Ingredients: 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (or 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas) 1/4 cup tahini 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 1-2 lemons) 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 large garlic clove, minced 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt (or more to taste) 1/4 cup ice-cold water (more may be […]
Orange, Fennel & Rocket Salad Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: Salad: 1 large fennel bulb 2 large oranges 4 ounces (about 4 packed cups) rocket (arugula) 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese Dressing: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon honey (optional) Salt and freshly […]
Spicy Pumpkin Soup Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-40 minutes Ingredients: Aromatics: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (adjust for spice level) Spices: 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon smoked paprika […]
Paul’s Genoise Sponge Recipe
Ingredients: 4 large eggs 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour 1/4 cup (30g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Instructions: Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. Eggs and Sugar: In a heatproof bowl set over a pan of […]
Apple Turnovers Recipe
Ingredients For the filling: 3-4 medium Granny Smith apples (or a mix of sweet and tart apples) 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar 1/4 cup (30g) packed light brown sugar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional) Pinch of salt 1 tablespoon lemon juice For the […]
Crispy Sesame Lemon Chicken Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25-30 minutes Ingredients: For the chicken: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 large egg, beaten 1/4 cup vegetable oil For the sauce: 1/3 cup honey […]
Salted Toffee Sauce Recipe
Yields: About 1 – 1 ½ cups Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract ½ – 1 teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste) Equipment Medium-sized heavy-bottomed saucepan Whisk Heatproof […]
Spicy Indian Rice Recipe
Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed 1 tablespoon ghee (or vegetable oil) 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 medium carrot, diced 1 cup frozen peas 1 teaspoon minced ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to spice preference) 1/2 teaspoon […]
Easy Roast Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients: 2 lbs potatoes: Russet, Yukon Gold, or red potatoes all work well. 1/4 cup olive oil: You can use other high heat oils like avocado oil. 1 tablespoon dried herbs: Choose your favorites (rosemary, thyme, Italian seasoning, etc.) 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Optional: Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chopped fresh […]
Herb-baked Celeriac Recipe
Ingredients: 1 medium-sized celeriac (celery root) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs (your preference – thyme, rosemary, oregano, parsley all work well) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 4-5 cloves garlic, unpeeled Optional: 1 tablespoon butter Instructions: Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prep the Celeriac: Thoroughly scrub the […]