Thursday, April 12, 2012

23. Chickpea-Coriander Soup



This is a hearty and satisfying soup, that is really packed with flavor, and is proof that meat-less is not necessarily boring.

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

22. Mini Kofta Rolls



Kofta is a mixture of minced meat, vegetables, and spices, that are shaped like fingers on a skewer and grilled either over a barbicue or electrically.

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

21. Leek Quiche



Quiche is a French introduction to the world. What it is, is really just an open-faced pie, but the savoury kind, not sweet. The main idea is that a pastry crust is filled with a seasoned egg and cream or milk mixture, and then baked until solidified (this is essentially a custard).

Monday, April 9, 2012

20. Upside-Down Apple Cake



When we hear "Upside-Down Cake," more often than not we think of pineapple (or ananas) upside-down cake. But there are so many possibilities to vary the fruit used in an upside-down cake, each lending a different and unique flavor and texture. Strawberries, cranberries, blackberries, pineapple, apples, and figs are just a few possibilities.

Sunday, April 8, 2012

19. Lentil-Walnut Burger Sliders


This is a Martha Stewart recipe from the book Everyday Food. A very similar adaptation can also be found on her website. In Martha's words: "These Mediterranean-inspired veggie burgers pack in the flavor without adding on the pounds". Surprisingly satisfying, and packed with flavor; this recipe makes healthy look good.

Saturday, April 7, 2012

18. Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies


This delicious gem is truly comforting and satisfying eaten warm with a cold, cold glass of milk.
It is a must-try and just might form the base of many, many cookie variations in your future.

Friday, April 6, 2012

17. Roast Chicken With Vegetables



Roasted chicken come in so many varieties and flavors that the spectrum of options is almost endless.
The chicken may be stuffed or not, whole or in pieces, spicy or plainly salted...

Thursday, April 5, 2012

16. Chocolate Covered Strawberries



This is all the craze recently, and it is as simple as dunking clean fresh strawberries in melted chocolate of your choice and setting it aside to allow the chocolate to set.

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

15. Orangettes


Orangettes are French in origin, and are strips of orange peel, candied, and dipped in chocolate.
It is another food considered a delicacy, and expensively sold in stores.

Sunday, April 1, 2012

14. Crystallized Ginger / Candied Ginger





Ginger is a spice that you either love or hate. However, the sheer diversity of its uses in the kitchen are almost endless, and can take up so many different shapes and forms.
Crystallized ginger, or candied ginger according to the Americans, is excellent eaten on its own to freshen your breath, or combat nausea, or simply like candy for pure enjoyment.