Vietnamese Pho

Ingredients For the Broth: 2 lbs beef bones (preferably marrow and knuckle bones) 1 onion, halved 1 piece ginger (3 inches), halved lengthwise 2 cinnamon sticks 3 star anise pods 5 cloves 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon sugar 10 cups water Salt, to taste For the Pho: 8 oz rice noodles (flat pho noodles) 1/2 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced (or chicken for an alternative) 2-3 green onions, sliced 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/2 cup fresh Thai basil leaves 1/2 cup bean sprouts 1-2 limes, quartered 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional) Hoisin sauce and Sriracha, … Read more

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#HealthyMeals / #NoodleSoup / #VietnamesePho / HomemadePho

Chicken Cacciatore

Ingredients 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or chicken pieces of choice) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice) 1 cup chicken broth 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and black pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Execution 1 Sear the ChickenIn a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper. Place them skin-side down … Read more

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#FamilyRecipes / #HeartyDinne / #ItalianCuisine / #PastaNight

Duck à l’Orange

Ingredients 4 duck breasts, skin-on Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed is best) 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup chicken or duck stock 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Zest of 1 orange Fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish Execution 1 Prepare the Duck BreastsPreheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crisscross pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat. Season both sides with salt and black pepper. 2 Sear the DuckIn a large, oven-safe skillet, place the duck breasts skin-side down over … Read more

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#FineDining / #FrenchCuisine / #HomeCooking / s #ElegantDining

Korean Bibimbap

Ingredients For the Bibimbap: 2 cups cooked white or brown rice 1/2 lb ground beef or chicken (or tofu for a vegetarian option) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon ground black pepper For the Vegetables: 1 cup spinach, blanched and squeezed dry 1 cup zucchini, julienned 1 cup carrots, julienned 1 cup bean sprouts 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for sautéing) Salt, to taste For the Toppings: 4 fried eggs (sunny-side up) 4 teaspoons gochujang (Korean chili paste) 2 teaspoons sesame seeds 2 green onions, … Read more

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#Gochujang / #HealthyEating / #KoreanCuisine / #VegetarianRecipes

Sweet and Sour Pork

Ingredients For the Pork: 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized cubes 1/2 cup cornstarch (for coating) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 large egg, beaten 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying) For the Sauce: 1/2 cup ketchup 1/4 cup rice vinegar (or white vinegar) 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch (dissolved in 2 tablespoons water) 1/4 cup pineapple juice (from the canned pineapple) For the Vegetables and Add-Ins: 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned or fresh) 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks 1 small onion, … Read more

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#ChineseCuisine / #CrispyPork / #HomemadeTakeout / FamilyFriendly

Philly Cheesesteak

Ingredients 1/2 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1/2 green bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional) 4 slices provolone cheese (or Cheez Whiz for a more traditional option) 2 hoagie rolls 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter Salt and pepper, to taste Execution 1 Prepare the SteakPlace the ribeye steak in the freezer for about 20 minutes before slicing. This will make it easier to thinly slice. Use a sharp knife to cut the steak into thin strips, and season lightly with salt and pepper. 2 Cook the Onions and PeppersIn a large skillet over medium … Read more

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#AmericanClassics / #BeefSandwich / #PhillyCheesesteak / #QuickMeals

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction: A Flavorful, Healthy Side Dish

Ingredients 1 lb (450g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper For the Balsamic Reduction: 1/2 cup (120ml) balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Execution 1 Preheat the OvenPreheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. 2 Prepare the Brussels SproutsIn a large bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well-coated.Spread the Brussels sprouts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, cut side down for extra crispiness. 3 Roast the Brussels … Read more

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BalsamicReduction / LowCalorieDish / VegetarianRecipe

Osso Buco

Ingredients 4 veal shanks (about 1.5 inches thick) 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging) Salt and pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, diced 1 carrot, diced 1 celery stalk, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup dry white wine 1 cup chicken or beef broth 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1 bay leaf Zest of 1 lemon 1 tablespoon butter (optional) 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced Zest of 1 lemon Execution 1 Prepare the Veal ShanksPat the veal shanks dry with paper towels. Season … Read more

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#ClassicItalian / #ComfortFood / #RichSauce / #SpecialOccasionMeals

Cauliflower Steak

Ingredients 1 large head of cauliflower 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Lemon wedges (for serving) Your favorite sauce (chimichurri, tahini, or balsamic glaze) Execution 1 Prepare the CauliflowerPreheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or heat a grill to medium-high. Remove the leaves from the cauliflower and trim the stem, leaving the core intact. Slice the cauliflower into 1- to 1.5-inch thick “steaks.” You should get 2-3 steaks from the center; reserve the remaining florets for another use. 2 Season … Read more

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#GlutenFree / #HealthyEating / #RoastedCauliflower / V

Black Bean Burgers

Ingredients 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch) 1/4 cup grated carrot (optional for extra texture) 1/4 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan) 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking) Burger buns and toppings of your choice (lettuce, tomato, avocado, etc.) Execution 1 Mash the Black BeansIn a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher … Read more

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#GlutenFreeOption / #HighProtein / #PlantBased / #QuickDinners