Fun, incredibly easy, and delicious – kids and adults love these Candy Corn Jello Cups!
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Black Devil Martini
Halloween. It's just as much fun for adults as it is for children, and for all the same reasons - for one night, you can be someone or something else. So what's the best costume you've ever seen? ...
Spicy Thai Curry Noodle Soup
Almost 2 years ago, Bon Appétit magazine came out with their "Hot Soup" issue. On the cover were several stunning bowls of Chicken Khao Soi, a coconut curry noodle dish from northern Thailand. Its bright and vibrant ...
Apple Rutabaga Soup
Chef Patrick O'Connell describes it as, 'liquid autumn'. Rich, mildly sweet, and silky smooth - this Apple Rutabaga Soup is one of the tastiest soups I've ever had! When I was living in DC, I had the fortunate pleasure of dinning at The Inn at Little Washington. The interior design of the Inn is ...
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Basil Pesto
Super creamy, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, with brilliant ribbons of basil pesto make for an extraordinary side dish. Careful... they just might steal the show! I think one of the best aromas to come from the kitchen is roasting garlic. Who out there agrees with me? Roasting garlic creates a soft ...
Spicy Chili Garlic Shrimp with Coconut Rice
I can't believe it's already been 7 months since we moved from the east coast to the San Francisco Bay Area. There's so much to see and do in this area, I think it would take a lifetime to experience everything. In fact as I recently found out, the Bay Area boasts the largest Burmese population in ...
Shallot Tarte Tatin
Last week I featured a super Easy Bouillabaisse from a cooking class my husband and I attened in Ireland last March. Well... I've got another one for you. Now you may be wondering why I'm just getting to posting these recipes now - 8 months later. Admittedly I am a procrastinator; but I'm at least ...
Pumpkin Chai Latte
It's that time of year… when the long awaited and highly coveted Pumpkin Spice Latte is offered to the masses. Somehow, it's more than just a drink. It signals the approaching season of crisp mornings and cozy sweaters. I've been so excited for the cooler weather to come, that I switched out my ...
Kung Pao Chicken Lettuce Wraps
I think kung pao chicken, in all its variations is fantastic. Whether I've searched high-and-low for the most authentic Sichuan restaurants in Chinatown or just passing through the abominable neon-lit food court at the mall - it's all great! Kung pao chicken has certainly seen many incarnations. ...
Breakfast Bánh Mì
Boy have I got a breakfast for you this weekend! As some of you may know, Bánh Mì is my all-time favorite sandwich - an addiction really. So when I made Sriracha Deviled Eggs the other day, making a new jar of Do Chua (Vietnamese pickled carrots and daikon) for the dish and still having ...
Super Veggie Onigirazu
Portable and healthy, this Japanese-style sandwich, known as Onigirazu makes for a perfect light lunch or picnic dish. ...
Easy Shrimp Pad Thai
Full of perfectly balanced, complex flavors, with lots of easy to find ingredients - this Shrimp Pad Thai is great for the everyday home cook!Pad Thai is arguably one of the most popular dishes to come out of Thailand. And for good reason! Great Pad Thai is lightly bodied, with complex, vibrant ...
Spicy Pork Ribs
Check out the lacquer on these baby back pork ribs! Incredible! Right!? The taste is just as impressive, and can you believe it was made in the oven!? That's right, get amazing flavor and texture without having to consult your local pit master. Tender, juicy, sweet, and spicy - you'll devour ...
