Imperial Recipes

Ingredients: Spices: 2 tsp coriander seeds 1 tsp cumin seeds ½ tsp white peppercorns Aromatics: 15-20 small green Thai chilies or serrano peppers (adjust for heat preference) 6-8 cloves garlic, peeled 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed, tough outer layers removed, finely chopped 1-inch piece fresh ginger (or galangal), peeled and grated 1 tablespoon shrimp paste (belacan) […]

Yields: 6-8 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 2-3 hours on LOW, or 1-1.5 hours on HIGH Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) elbow macaroni 1/4 cup (55g) butter 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk 2 1/2 cups (250g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup (100g) […]

Ingredients Choux Pastry: 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup (1 stick/113g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1 cup (240ml) water 4 large eggs Pastry Cream Filling: 2 cups (480ml) whole milk 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 4 large egg yolks 1/4 cup (30g) cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, […]

Yields: 8-10 slices Prep time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 50-65 minutes Ingredients: 3 very ripe bananas, mashed (approx. 1 to 1 1/4 cup) 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar (can substitute brown sugar for richer flavor) 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp […]

Ingredients: 1 pound fresh chestnuts Sharp paring knife or chestnut knife (optional) Instructions: Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Score the Chestnuts: Place a chestnut flat-side down on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to cut an “X” through the outer shell on the rounded side of the chestnut. Repeat for all […]

Yields: 6-8 Toffee Apples Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 6-8 small, firm apples (Granny Smith is excellent for tartness) 6-8 sturdy lollipop sticks or wooden skewers 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (120ml) water 1/4 cup (60ml) golden syrup (or light corn syrup) 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (or lemon […]

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 medium beets, peeled and roughly chopped 1 medium potato, peeled and chopped (optional) 4 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar Garnishes (optional): sour cream, plain […]

Yields: About 1/4 cup Ingredients: 2 tablespoons whole coriander seeds 1 tablespoon whole cumin seeds 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns 1 teaspoon whole cloves 1 teaspoon green cardamom pods (or seeds from about 5 pods) 1 (2-inch) piece cinnamon stick 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg Instructions: Toast the spices: Heat a small skillet over medium-low heat. […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup heavy […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-40 minutes Ingredients: Vegetables: 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds 1 yellow squash, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 medium red onion, cut into thick wedges 1 pint cherry or […]