Sharing my favorite recipes with you
My dear sister Mia Lee brought this over to my house one Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit. We do love our pork products in our house. I’ve made it a couple more times for parties and it always disappears in a matter of […]
I love the flavours in Tuscan Bean Soup, so I thought, hmm, maybe that would work as a dip. And it does! Great spread on crostini or for the carb conscious, just as great with veggies too. When I entertain, I like to make 3 […]
This is a great, brighter alternative to hummus. The lemon and mint make this a great summertime dip. You can also omit the cheese if you would like. Its great either way. Ingredients 1 can chick peas, drained and rinsed 1 garlic clove minced 1 […]
Short ribs are my favorite type of meat to braise. They are already cut into portions so you don’t have to mess with it once its done. Just plate and serve. I guess that gives you a peak into my lazy side, because really, I’ll […]
If I had to choose a favorite Korean dish, this would be it. This dish is home to me. So simple, yet so delicious. I don’t even need rice to eat this dish, but it is customarily served with rice. If you don’t want to […]
We sometimes spin the globe with our kids to determine what we’re making for dinner. It makes them very excited to try out new, foreign foods. This is what we made when the kids landed on Benin. As you can tell by the name of […]
We sometimes spin the globe with our kids to determine what we’re making for dinner. It makes them very excited to try out new, foreign foods. The latest spin of the globe landed in Benin. Where in the world is Benin? Turns out that its […]
So this is an appetizer that I put together using some traditional Korean foods that aren’t usually served as one bite. I came up with it when I was trying to find a tasty appetizer that was low carb, but still could be a […]
Whenever we go to eat at my mother’s house, this dish is a must have. I have found that it’s a great appetizer. I cut each pancake into quarters and they turn into finger food. There are variations on this recipe that use thin slices […]
I found this recipe in Food and Wine Magazine and decided to make it for Christmas. I couldn’t believe how delicious it was. Seriously, it’s that good. And it’s really very simple to make. Makes for an impressive dish to make for a dinner party. […]
This is a great alternative to the traditional chili. Especially for those who like to avoid red meat. But lets be clear, this is not a low fat dish. Lots of Jack cheese adds flavour, and oh yeah, some fat too. When we can […]
If you’ve ever been on a family trip with us, you have had this dish. It is my go-to, easy dish that I know everyone will eat. Often, its the “kid meal” but we can’t seem to keep the grown ups out of it! […]
This is a really great alternative snack to nuts or crackers. Lots of flavour and good for you to boot! I will say that if I’m making these for more than just my family, I need to triple the recipe. They go fast! Ingredients […]
This chicken and bean dish is so simple yet so packed with flavour. Its got a great kick with the Harissa so make sure you can handle the heat. We have also tried this with gochujang and its fantastic as well but just the […]
Cassoulet is just a meat and bean stew. There are many variations on the recipe but we like this one that uses Spanish Chorizo and large beans. It has a nice smokiness to it and very comforting on a cold day. Ingredients 3 cups […]
We love this spicy grilled shrimp. Packed with flavour with a great smokiness created by chipotle peppers and smoked paprika. Ingredients 1/4 cup smoked sweet paprika 2 minced chipotle peppers (chipotle in adobo) plus 1 tablespoon of the sauce 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons ground cumin 3 […]
This is a basic recipe for hummus. You can add different ingredients to this base to change up the flavors. We like to add chipotle peppers for a great spicy version. Or roasted garlic. Roasted red peppers is also a great addition. Ingredients 2 […]
Galbi is the a Korean marinated short rib and is what most people in the U.S. associate with Korean food. This version is LA Galbi because it is a different cut than they have in Korea. With Los Angeles being the largest Korean population […]
This is my famous salsa recipe…well famous in my circle of friends. The chipotle peppers add a great taste and the addition of the concentrated chicken stock gives this salsa a depth of flavour. If you have time, you can also roast the tomatoes in […]
Our kids absolutely love this soup. Yes, okay, maybe its because it has bacon and cheese in it. And the truffle oil drizzle doesn’t hurt either. But my son is not a great vegetable eater so its great! I like to make a big batch […]
Years ago, we would go for lunch in Beverly Hills at this noodle shop that you got to by walking through another Chinese restaurant. The Dan Dan noodles were so amazing we could eat it every day. It seems like that noodle shop has […]
Here is a super simple but delicious fried rice. The eggs on top should be runny so you can mix it into the rice as you eat. We were fortunate enough to get these beauties from our friend Julie who provided us with fresh eggs […]
This is a great one-pot meal. Hearty with sausage and beans, the addition of spinach provides the greens you need in your diet. I add orrechiette to this soup for the kids. We like to keep it without the carbs for a satisfying low […]
You can make paella with seafood, or with sausage and chicken. If making with meats, just brown before you add into the paella. This is a great dish to serve for dinner parties. We served it along with the kale salad and grilled cauliflower […]
Yes, we too have jumped on the kale bandwagon and have been eating kale more than ever without any real explanation as to why. I just have to say that my son, inexplicably really likes kale salad and this dressing makes kale edible for […]
We won the Fess Parker Winery Recipe contest with this dish. The pork belly is so tender because of the long braising time. Make note, that you will need to braise this dish for 3 1/2 hours. This recipe brings Korean flavors to an […]
This is a twist on sriracha shrimp but with Korean chili paste. Both are delicious and super easy to make. Not too spicy. Our daughter and her friend ate it up and loved it. Ingredients 2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 tablespoons butter […]