If you saw my last dumpling post – you learned that I spent time in China and love everything about it. During my time in QingDao, the host family I stayed with was incredible. They were so kind and loving and made me feel at home. The grandma would come over every morning after theContinue reading “Pan Fried Dumplings”
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Baked Berry Oatmeal with Almond Butter
Oatmeal is a classic breakfast dish – but let’s be honest, oatmeal isn’t always the most satisfying thing to eat for breakfast. It can be mushy and bland if not cooked right and no one wants that to start their day off. That is where this baked berry oatmeal comes in! It is easy toContinue reading “Baked Berry Oatmeal with Almond Butter”
Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki
I’ll admit, these photos kinda look like tacos but they are far from it – or is a gyro considered a taco? Maybe that is why I love gyros so much, they are just mediterranean tacos! These are definitely not mexican tacos though – they are filled with so much flavor and fresh vegetables withContinue reading “Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki”
Grilled Polenta with Roasted Tomatoes and Burrata
Polenta – the humble grain. It is often overlooked and forgotten about, but it shouldn’t be. It is so versatile and takes on the flavors you use. It can also be served hot and fresh with the consistency of a risotto. Or you can cool it and let it set and then grill or fryContinue reading “Grilled Polenta with Roasted Tomatoes and Burrata”
Vermicelli Noodle Bowl
I love a good noodle bowl! Especially when it is packed full of flavors and textures – like these vietnamese inspired bowls. They are light, spicy, acidic and sweet. I love all types of asian food and love trying to create my own versions at home. This dish features fresh vegetables, soft noodles, and meatballs.Continue reading “Vermicelli Noodle Bowl”
Tomato + Bacon Quiche
Mornings shouldn’t be harder than they already are. I am always rushed for time in the morning and eating breakfast is usually the last thing on my mind. I am lucky if I have a coffee before running out the door. But we all deserve a delicious breakfast in the morning without the hassle andContinue reading “Tomato + Bacon Quiche”
Dumplings with Chili Crunch Oil
Several years ago, I had the opportunity to travel to China. I went with my school for a 5 week study, traveling throughout different cities learning about the cultural, food and the language. A few year after that, in college I had the opportunity to go back and live there for a time with aContinue reading “Dumplings with Chili Crunch Oil”
Brown Butter Peach Cupcakes with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting
These cupcakes are a mouthful I will give you that, but they are so irresistible you won’t be able to stop eating them! Browning the butter adds a deep, nutty flavor that really makes these cupcakes pop! That paired with the sweet, soft peaches and cinnamon is the perfect combination – and I haven’t evenContinue reading “Brown Butter Peach Cupcakes with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting”
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
Grilling season is not over yet and before it ends, you absolutely need to make these chicken skewers! These feature a homemade teriyaki sauce that is much better than any store bought version you have ever used. The teriyaki is sweet, salty, and a bit spicy to really hit all those taste buds. For myContinue reading “Teriyaki Chicken Skewers”
Sticky Asian Turkey Meatballs
I always say this recipe may be my favorite and while I do have a lot of favorites this recipe is seriously one of the best! It is spicy and sweet and the meatballs are incredibly juicy! In this recipe I use turkey because it has a more mild flavor and really allows the ingredientsContinue reading “Sticky Asian Turkey Meatballs”
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