Adventures in a Chinese- American Kitchen
Hi! I'm back! Only three more days until I go back to school, and I can't wait! While I'm going back on Wednesday, classes don't start for another two weeks AND research wrapped up a week ago. I'm putting most of that extra time and energy into my "culinary research". Two seasons of Great British … Continue reading Homemade Liver Sausage (No equipment!)
Hi! As you've probably noticed, I'm on a bit of a brownie kick 🙂 Last week was black bean brownies, this time it's protein brownies. These brownies have the deep richness and dense texture of the real deal, but get this: The entire recipe has less than 400 calories, no sugar AND 45g of protein! … Continue reading Unbelievable Protein Brownies
Hi! I'm back! I was supposed to post this last week (and actually had the draft written), but forgot to post... oops 😉 This week's recipe is three tries in the making. One of my favourite snacks (yes snack) growing up were the mini brownies from Costco. Of course, I've long since given up such … Continue reading Healthy Black Bean Brownies
Hi! Guess what, I just got back from Pittsburgh! I met some of my online friends for the first time and it's been AMAZING! One thing they have in common is a love of bread. As someone with a gluten intolerance, I stay away from bread; however, I realized that I can't really call myself … Continue reading Easy Miso Bread (no knead)
Hi! I hope everyone had a great July 4th weekend. It was raining all weekend so no fireworks 😦 but I still had a great time. My friends in Pittsburgh did a livestream of cooking and fireworks. This online thing might not be too bad after all..... (just kidding, I can't wait to see them … Continue reading Homemade Smoked Salmon
Independence Day is around the corner! And now that COVID is less of an issue, we can fire up that grill for more than 6 people! Of course, what's a July 4th without booze? Sure, beer is fine, but why not try something different to really elevate the party? Two years ago, I made a … Continue reading Cool Summer Cocktails (Remastered)
Watermelon is the star of summer. It's sweet juiciness make it perfect for shakes, smoothies and juices galore. For a more fun and adult way to enjoy watermelon, check out this watermelon granita! Ingredients 1 1/4 cup watermelon, frozen and deseeded 4 shots Vodka 1/2 cup watermelon juice or coconut water 1tsp mint extract honey, … Continue reading Watermelon Mint Granita
Step aside watermelon, Lychee is the new fruit in town. These pretty packages provide a sweet, juicy burst of tropical flavor with each bite. Its borderline syrupy nature is refreshing on its own, but why settle for the kids version? Make this Lychee martini! [ recipe title= "Lychee Martini" Servings- 4] Ingredients 16 lychees, frozen … Continue reading Lychee Martini
I'm back in the kitchen! The last two recipes were heavy. For dessert, I thought I'd go back to my roots- healthy takes on indulgent favourites. What's more delightful than cream puffs! Instead of the butter and carb laden choux pastry, these cream puffs use whipped egg whites. Baking them creates a nice airy but … Continue reading Keto Cream Puffs
Behavioural science research continues to be slow, so I've been doing some more delicious research. I was watching My Greatest Dishes, a show where top British chefs share 4 of their signature dishes. One recipe, by Michael Roux Jr., really resonated with me- his signature chicken liver parfait with hollandaise. I just HAD to give … Continue reading Beef Liver Parfait with Mustard Cream Sauce
The Red-braised Twinkie 