Sweet roasted beets along with tender greens, goat cheese for balance and honey roasted walnuts for some earthy crunch. The combination of the flavours = YUM
Asian millet salad recipe has been quite popular, so decided to give it a try. Made my own version, and we absolutely enjoyed it. Here the recipe is.
Garlic lovers rejoice! In this green salad recipe, roasted asparagus along with the garlic studded soy/lime based dressing has multiple levels of flavor to savor. Enjoy!
This classic Chinese appetizer can be found in many of Chinese restaurants. Fresh and crunchy veggies are wrapped into fresh tofu sheets, very similar way to wrap sushi. Usually served with soy-sesame or spicy dipping sauce.
Try this savory pasta dish made with zucchini, tomatoes and sweet bell peppers.
BBQ time, we want some simple and tasty vegetables as a side dish, this green beans and pepper recipe is a perfect fit.
Quick braising creates a nice texture and flavor. Not mushy or overcooked with simple flavors make it a quick and economical side.
I did mine in my slow cooker and used Boston butt instead of a roast. I let it go on low for 10 hours. Fabulous!
Asian guacamole reimagines the dip with diced avocado, pickled ginger, rice vinegar, wasabi, and toasted sesame seeds. Served with crispy baked potsticker chips for a Pacific Rim appetizer.
This delicious BLT potato salad has all the right flavour and texture. Nobody could resist this tasty salad.
These are all kinds of ways to cook cauliflower, and all kinds of ways to use parmesan and balsamic vinegar, in this recipe, mix these three together, after baking, cauliflower just turn out golden brown with parmesan on top and balsamic tossed, wonderful flavor.
These are great party pickles that are ready in a flash, no need to wait weeks. A great way to add zing to otherwise boring zucchini.
New Orleans-style pickled pearl onions with crab boil, red pepper flakes, basil, and bay. Spicy Creole condiment that's a must with red beans and rice or gumbo.
Silky poached eggs nestle into garlicky sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and tomatoes for a 15-minute breakfast that's elegant enough for brunch but easy enough for a Tuesday morning.
A refreshingly delicious chickpea and pea salad is packed with goodness. Chunks of feta cheese, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes are tossed with chickpea, peas, fresh mint, basil, and a lemon juice-red wine vinegar vinaigrette. A perfect summer salad.
This Korean inspired cucumber salad is sweet, sour and slightly spicy. Cucumber, sweet bell pepper, carrots and tofu sheets are tossed with rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil and Korean chili pepper. A delicious and light side dish.
Crispy oven-baked tofu tossed with stir-fried broccoli, asparagus, bok choy, snow peas, and bell peppers in sesame-ginger sauce. Plant-based vegan main that beats takeout.
Chickpeas toss with crisp bell peppers, scallions, and cilantro in a cumin-spiked dressing brightened by ginger, garlic, and fresh lemon juice. Chill overnight for a make-ahead potluck winner.
Hearty crock pot soup with lentils and lots of veggies.
Broccoli rabe or Rapini is slightly more bitter tasting than broccoli. Blanching one or two minutes in boiling water then refreshing in cold or ice water locks in the bright green color. This flavorful combination of Mediterranean seasonings really matches it well. If you can't find rapini you can use ordinary broccoli with equally outstanding results.
In cold season, this warm red cabbage and apple salad is served with some roasted meat, brings you to warm.
From the Thanksgiving collection I been gathering over the years.
Quick and easy glazed salmon fillets. Asian inspired flavors that is rich in protein and healthy fats.
This creamy and delicious French Onion dip is a great recipe when you have company, and it is also much healthier, with home made chips, enjoy the tasty food without worries and guilty.
Sauteed mushrooms and green onions is cooked into the omelet, adding extra texture and taste, with a cup of orange juice, a great day starts from a good breakfast...
Greek flavor perfectly matched each other. I drizzled a splash of high-quality extra-virgin olive oil just before serving. Even though it tasted clean and light, it was actually quite filling because of orzo and chickpeas. The presentation looked great as well, will definitely be making this again.
This garlic dijon mustard vinaigrette is very flavorful, it goes well with any kinds of mixed greens. If you prefer less garlic taste, you can always reduce garlic to taste.
A definite summer salad. The honey glazed pecans, goat cheese and balsamic dressing really bring layers of flavors, and all the ingredients are a delicious combination. The dressing and honey pecans both can be made a day ahead.
This is the best shrimp recipe I have ever tasted, I do love the sichuan sauce in this recipe, very flavorful, I will make it again and again.
Those who love this traditional and scrumptious dish will adore this easy slow cooker corned beef with cabbage.
A very light, refreshing yet tasty salad, it's also very easy to make. It can be served right away or let marinate in the frige for overnight, it tastes even better next day.
These mini cupcakes are super! The chocolate bottom and cream cheese-chocolate filling on top are a delicious combination. They are so easy to be addicted.
A classic Chinese sichuan stir-fry. There are lots of notes in this dish, spicy, sweet, fermented taste from soy bean paste, and Asian symbol flavor from garlic, ginger and scallions. In China, the eggplant is usually fried in a good amount of oil under a high temperature, and sometimes people add some minced pork to add flavor. It's a delicious and popular dish that you can find at every Chinese restaurant in China.
Vegan sloppy joes made with textured vegetable protein, tomato sauce, molasses, and chili powder. Saucy, smoky, and ready in 30 minutes for a plant-based weeknight dinner the whole family loves.
Light and flavorful vinaigrette goes well with any kind of greens or pasta salad.
Homemade Mexican chorizo from scratch: ground pork seasoned with paprika, chili powder, cinnamon, clove, and garlic, then bound with vinegar and dry sherry. Heat level is yours to dial.
A classic German side dish featuring tender red cabbage braised with apples, onions, and a tangy-sweet blend of red wine, vinegar, and brown sugar. Perfect for pairing with hearty meats like pork or sausages.
This is one of my old tried and true recipes. The original recipe card is so faded that I can hardly read it!
Nothing is more classic than a beef burger. Bulgur gives the nutty flavor, and tomato paste adds extra zing. The burger is topped with caramelized onions, which brings tons of yummy goodness. A juicy burger with a bottle of beer, isn't it the best pair in a hot summer day?!
This feta vinaigrette goes very well with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and mixed greens. It adds extra creaminess and tastes refreshingly delicious.
Pan-seared asparagus is tender-crispy, tossed with light and refreshing red wine vinaigrette along with roasted bell pepper, fresh baby spinach, and topped with creamy and soft goat cheese. A quick, easy and succulent salad!
Creamy and tasty peanut sauce can be used in most of your Asian noodle and recipes. Using it as a dip or spread when you prepare wraps is also absolutely delightful.
A copycat recipe of a popular chinese chain in the US. The method used creates a super crispy skin for this roast chicken.
This easy to follow recipe delivers a delicious roasted potato salad that goes well with most of the main courses. The roasted potatoes are tender, soft, warm in the inside, and golden-crispy on the outside. The garlic is crushed and roasted with potatoes. Yum!
Toll House bundt cake: a brown sugar pound cake studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, baked over a buttery nut topping that becomes the cake's crown when inverted. Old-school showstopper.
This is an easy to make sweet condiment great with all kinds of dishes or a topping for burgers or even as a base for pizza.
Boneless and skin-less chicken thighs caramelized with bacon then braised with apples and onions.
Sichuan peppers is the key ingredient in this recipe, ginger, garlic, scallions and fresh red chili peppers stir-fried with bok choy. Very juicy and tasty, great with some rice or noodles.