Recipes tagged with « Easy Recipe »
Lemon Rosemary Chicken
Bone-in skinless chicken chunks marinated in citrus then lightly floured and browned. Cooked in white wine and a mix of fresh and dried herbs with lemon slices simmered till tender. Sauce reduced for depth with bright citrus notes and soft rosemary finishing. Typical sides rice and greens recommended. Adjust herbs for personal taste or seasonal options.
Chunky Chocolate Fudge Sauce
A rich chunky chocolate fudge sauce with altered proportions for thicker texture. Uses coconut cream instead of standard cream; swaps butter for coconut oil and replaces corn syrup with golden maple syrup. Method rearranged to emphasize temperature control and chocolate tempering. Includes tips for saving a grainy sauce and substitutions for dairy-free or vegan needs. Sauce sets thick, warms up soft and glossy. Pairs well with ice cream, pancakes, or drizzled over warm fruit. Practical focus on visual cues, timing adjustments, and avoiding burnout of sugars.
Twist Fruit Shake
A quick, creamy fruit shake that swaps strawberries for mango and banana for pear. Half milk, half Greek yogurt; adds tang and body. Blend frozen fruit with yogurt and milk until thick but pourable. Serve with crushed ice, skip vanilla ice cream for easy fridge staple use. Visual cue: thick, pale yellow, almost frosting-like liquid. Aroma of ripe mango, cool tang of yogurt. Forget exact time; watch textures and smell. Common snag: watery mix signals too much milk or thawed fruit—add frozen cubes. No nuts, no gluten, no eggs. Simple, reliable, resourceful.
Chocolate Coffee Bites
Small chocolate balls with crushed cornflakes, shredded coconut, and a coffee or rum twist. Butter and sugar combined, mixed with cocoa and vanilla for flavor. Rolled in coconut or chocolate shavings. No baking. Chilled before serving.
Caramelized Vietnamese Pork
Chunks of pork marinated briefly with baking soda, then cooked in caramelized brown sugar and aromatics. The caramel base thickens into a sticky glaze with fish sauce and fresh scallions. The heat tames the pork and builds layers of flavor. A slight kick from chili flakes. Serve with rice, veggies optional.
Open Veggie Egg Sandwich
Chunks of kabocha squash and sweet potato roasted with chili paste and olive oil, mingled with diced yellow pepper and onion, layered on a soft ciabatta loaf smeared with aioli, topped with fresh arugula and halved soft-boiled eggs. Roasting takes about 40 minutes until tender and golden. Eggs simmered 10 minutes for a tender yolk edge. Aioli replaces mayo for a subtle garlic twist. Quick roast, soft egg, crunchy bread, sharp greens. Gluten free if ciabatta swapped for gluten-free bread.
Mascarpone White Chocolate Cream
A creamy dessert combining mascarpone cheese and white chocolate with whipped cream and sugar. Adjusted quantities and ingredients include coconut cream replacing regular cream, honey for sweetness instead of sugar. Combined infusion of lemon zest adds brightness. Preparation involves whipping, folding, chilling. Slightly longer chilling time improves texture. Yield around 1.5 liters, suitable for 6 servings. Gluten-, nut-, and egg-free. Vegeterian-friendly dessert.
Chicken Chorizo Paella
A vibrant, saffron-touched paella with chicken drumsticks and spicy chorizo. Uses vegetable broth instead of chicken. Includes artichokes and peas. Paprika is smoky but replaced with mild sweet. Lemon wedges for brightness. Simmered until rice is tender yet firm with a bit of bite.
Smoked Trout Dill Dip
A tangy creamy dip with smoked trout, Greek yogurt, and fresh herbs. Swaps cream fraîche and capers for crème fraîche and pickled jalapeños for a spicy kick. Quantity adjustments for a smaller batch. Mix of lemon zest and juice brightens it up. Serve chilled, topped with microgreens, perfect with crisp veggies or crunchy crackers.
Beef Beet Potato Salad
Salad with grilled sirloin, roasted potatoes, and sliced beets, tossed with a creamy mustard vinaigrette. Uses mâche greens with parmesan shards. Balance of hearty protein, tender veggies, tangy dressing, and a buttery finish. Cook beets and potatoes beforehand. Minimal seasoning. Grill components separately. Slightly reduced quantities. Vinaigrette swapped maple syrup for honey, oil olive swapped for avocado oil. Parmesan in place of parmigiano reggiano. Cooking times varied by a few minutes for desired doneness. Assembly straightforward, quick, rustic.
Candied Rhubarb Twist
Slices of rhubarb baked with brown sugar and lime. Topped with fresh ginger slices. Citrusy, tangy, soft. Cooked at moderate heat until tender. Stored cool. Vegan, gluten free, no nuts, dairy, eggs. Sweet and tart balance with zesty lime and warm ginger. Uses altered quantities and different sweetener. Slightly longer roast time for deeper caramelization.