Recipes tagged with « Creamy »
Spiked Nutty Cream Float
A twist on the classic root beer float. Start with chilled cream soda, swap Skrewball whiskey for bourbon with vanilla notes, add salted caramel ice cream instead of plain vanilla. Finish with dollops of whipped cream, salted caramel syrup drizzle, and chopped roasted almonds. Single glass — casual, indulgent. Serves one. Calories moderate with high sugar and fat, plenty of protein from the dairy, sodium on the low side. A relaxed dessert beverage where balance of cream, sweetness, and boozy warmth count.
Creamy Tortellini Ham
Rich, creamy pasta tossed with browned smoked pork cubes, fresh cheese tortellini, and green peas. Uses a lightly thickened cream and Parmesan sauce with garlic aroma. Salt balances, black pepper adds bite. Simple, quick, and flexible for swaps.
Quinoa Quinotto with Peas and Shiitakes
A quinoa-based creamy grain dish cooked slow in vegetable broth scented with thyme and roasted garlic. Shiitake mushrooms replace the original coffee mushrooms, roasted until caramelized to bring earthiness. Creamy cashew milk swapped for soya to add richness and balance. Aromatic lemon zest with chives and fresh peas fold in at the end. Crisp arugula salad tossed with lemon juice and olive oil tops the dish, finished with vegan Parmesan for umami punch. Layers of texture and brightness. Technique focused on gradual liquid absorption for creamy grains. Practical flavors that stand on their own.
Almond Vinaigrette Sauce
A nutty sauce using toasted sliced almonds and a tangy reduction of vinegar and broth thickened with cornstarch slurry. Cream adds richness while golden shallots replace onions, and chicken broth swapped partially for vegetable stock makes it lighter. Brown sugar swapped for honey to sweeten. The sauce thickens over simmer then whisked till glossy. Use as a drizzle over roasted vegetables or grilled meats. A hint of smoked paprika layers subtle warmth. Salt and pepper to finish.