Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 4-5 cloves garlic, minced 1-2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) 2 (28-ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil Instructions: Sauté […]
Homemade Bagels Recipe
Yields: 8 bagels Prep time: 20 minutes + rising time Cook time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients Dough: 1 and 1/4 cups (300 ml) warm water (105-115°F/ 40-46°C) 1 tablespoon granulated sugar or honey 2 and 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast 4 cups (500g) bread flour 1 and 1/2 teaspoons salt Water bath: 2 quarts […]
Traditional Mincemeat Recipe
Ingredients: Dried Fruit: 1 cup (150g) raisins 1 cup (150g) currants ½ cup (75g) golden raisins (sultanas) ½ cup (50g) candied mixed peel Fresh Fruit: 2 large tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and finely chopped Fat: 7 ounces (200g) shredded beef suet (Or use a vegetarian suet alternative) Sweeteners: 1 cup (200g) dark […]
Gluten-Free Bread Recipe
Yields: 1 Loaf Prep Time: 15 minutes + rising time Cook Time: 35-45 minutes Ingredients: Dry Ingredients 2 cups (280g) gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (see notes) 1 cup (120g) tapioca starch/flour 1 teaspoon xanthan gum (omit if your blend already contains it) 1 ½ teaspoons instant yeast 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar Wet Ingredients […]
Healthy Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients: 3-4 very ripe bananas (about 1 1/2 cups mashed) 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or olive oil 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) (walnuts, pecans, […]
Raspberry Coulis Recipe
Ingredients: 3 cups raspberries (about 1 ½ pints, fresh or frozen) ¼ – ½ cup powdered sugar (start with less, add more to taste) 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice Optional: 1 tablespoon Chambord or other raspberry liqueur Instructions: Prep the Raspberries: If using fresh raspberries, gently rinse them and allow them to dry. If […]
Dough Balls with Garlic Butter Recipe
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 […]
Aioli Sauce Recipe
Ingredients: 2-3 large garlic cloves, minced or pressed 1 large egg yolk, room temperature 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 cup extra virgin olive oil (use a mild, neutral-flavored oil) Instructions Make the base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the garlic, […]
Oven-Baked Risotto Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 35-40 minutes Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 1-2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice 1/2 cup dry white wine 4-5 cups warm chicken or vegetable broth (low sodium is best) 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving 2 […]
Plum Jam Recipe
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 […]