Ingredients 8 oz small pasta shells (or any small cut pasta of your choice) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 3-4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3/4 cup chicken broth 3/4 cup whole milk (or heavy cream/half-and-half for a richer sauce) 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1-2 teaspoons […]
How to Make Gyoza
Ingredients For the filling 1 pound ground pork (or a mix of pork and beef) ½ cup finely chopped cabbage (Napa cabbage is traditional) ¼ cup finely chopped garlic chives or scallions 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper For the dough 1 […]
California Roll Recipe
Ingredients Sushi Rice 2 cups uncooked sushi rice (short-grain) 2 1/4 cups water 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt California Roll Fillings 4-6 ounces imitation crab meat (or real crab if you prefer), shredded 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced 1/2 cucumber, seeded and cut into thin strips […]
15 Snack Ideas for Work and Travel
1. No-Bake Energy Bites Yields: 12-14 bites Prep Time: 10 minutes + chilling Ingredients 1 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter) 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup) 1/2 cup chopped nuts (your choice) 1/4 cup dried fruit (cranberries, raisins, chopped dates, etc.) 1/4 cup chia seeds (or ground flaxseeds) Optional: […]
Thanksgiving Dinner for a Small Crowd Recipe
Planning Guest Count: Determine the number of people you’ll be hosting (4-6 is ideal for a small gathering). Menu: Consider preferences and choose dishes accordingly. Here’s a classic small Thanksgiving menu suggestion: Main: Turkey Breast, Cornish Hens, or Vegetarian Main Dish Sides: Mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce Dessert: Pumpkin pie, apple pie, […]
Lighter Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Ingredients 12.5 oz can cooked chicken breast (or 1.5 cups shredded rotisserie chicken) 8 oz light cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 1/2 cup Frank’s Red Hot Sauce (or your preferred hot sauce) 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional, or substitute with shredded cheddar) 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 […]
5 Layer Baked Hummus Dip Recipe
Ingredients Base Layer: 16 oz container of your favorite hummus flavor (classic, roasted garlic, roasted red pepper all work well) Meat Layer: 1 lb ground beef, ground turkey, or plant-based meat alternative Spice Layer: 1 tbsp taco seasoning (or your preferred spice blend) Veggie Layer: ½ cup diced bell peppers (any color) ½ cup chopped […]
Gluten Free Egg Noodles Recipe
Ingredients 2 cups gluten-free 1:1 baking flour (like King Arthur Measure for Measure or Bob’s Red Mill) 1/2 cup tapioca starch 1 teaspoon xanthan gum 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 large eggs 1 large egg yolk 1 tablespoon olive oil 1-2 tablespoons of water (if needed) Equipment Large mixing bowl Whisk Fork Clean, flat work surface […]
20 Minute Company Chicken Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup white wine (or chicken broth) 1/4 cup heavy cream […]
15 Minute Puppy Chow Recipe
Yields: About 10 servings Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Ingredients 9 cups Chex cereal (can be rice, corn, wheat, or a mix) 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup butter (salted or unsalted) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar Equipment Large bowl Microwave-safe bowl […]