Ingredients: Chilis: 400g of your preferred chili peppers. Red chilies (fresno, bird’s eye, jalapeno, etc.) are common. Choose your heat level! Aromatics: 10 garlic cloves, peeled Sweetness: 60g raw sugar (substitute with your preferred sweetener to taste) Tang: 70g apple cider vinegar (white wine vinegar or rice vinegar work too) Liquid: 200g water Salt: 1 […]

Yields: 1 small loaf Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon active dry yeast 1/2 cup warm water (100-110°F / 38-43°C) 1 tablespoon melted butter (or vegetable oil) Equipment: Easy-Bake Oven Easy-Bake Oven baking pan Small bowl Fork or spoon Measuring cups and spoons Instructions: Mix the dry ingredients: […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 40-50 minutes Chilling Time: Minimum 4 hours (preferably overnight) Ingredients: For the caramel: 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar ¼ cup (60ml) water For the custard: 3 cups (720ml) whole milk 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract) 5 large eggs ½ […]

Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 1 pint (2 cups) heavy cream 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese (avoid pre-grated for best results) 1-2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste) Optional: 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (adds a touch of warmth) Instructions: Melt the butter: Melt […]

Ingredients: 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes (room temperature is best) 1 large egg 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite kind) 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Cooking spray or melted butter for greasing the waffle iron Optional Flavor Boosters: 1/4 teaspoon […]

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained 1 (14.5-ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth 1 cup water 1 tablespoon tomato paste ½ teaspoon ground cumin ¼ teaspoon chili powder (more to taste, for a spicier rice) ½ teaspoon […]

Ingredients: 1 cup dried red kidney beans (soaked overnight for faster cooking, or use 2 cans drained & rinsed) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 small onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 scallion, thinly sliced 1 scotch bonnet pepper (optional, keep whole for flavor, remove before serving) 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice […]

Yields: About 12 servings Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus rising times) Cook Time: 30-35 minutes Ingredients For the Sponge: 1/3 cup warm whole milk (100-110 degrees F / 38-43 degrees C) 2 1/4 teaspoons (one packet) active dry yeast or instant yeast 1 large egg 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour For the Dough: 1/3 cup […]

Yields: Approximately 5-6 half-pint jars Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: Approximately 1-1.5 hours Ingredients: 4 lbs ripe plums: Choose any variety you like. A mix adds complexity. 2-3 cups granulated sugar: Start with 2 cups, adjust for sweetness later. 2 tbsp lemon juice: Freshly squeezed is best. 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional) 1/4 tsp […]

Yields: About 12-16 dough balls Prep Time: 20 minutes Rising Time: 1-2 hours Cook Time: 15-20 minutes Ingredients – Dough Balls: 2 cups (250g) strong white bread flour 1 teaspoon (7g) instant yeast (fast-acting) 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon olive oil 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water Ingredients – Garlic Butter: 1/2 cup […]