Recipes

Italian Affogato Recipe

Affogato is a delicious dessert that is generally served after a meal.  It is appropriate for any occasion.  It’s a dessert very easy to make that has the perfect balance of consistencies and flavors. Ingredients: 1 cup of Espresso/Coffee 1 cup of Gelato or Ice Cream Directions Prepare a cup of Espresso (don’t add sugar). …

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Buttermilk Pancakes

Ingredients Dry Ingredients 1 cup (130 g) all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon (5 g) baking powder 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 g) baking soda 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 g) salt 2 tablespoons (28 g) granulated white sugar Wet Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 cup (240 mL) buttermilk 3 tablespoons (40 g) unsalted butter, melted plus extra melted …

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Chicken Liver Pate

Liver is one of the healthiest types of food as it contains high amounts of protein, iron, B Vitamins, and Vitamin A.  It’s also a good source of Vitamin C, potassium, phosphorus, and copper. Ingredients 1 Onion 5 Large chicken livers 5 Anchovy fillets in oil, or smoked salmon Olive oil Butter (several cubes at …

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Greek-style Pita Quick Snack

This is a versatile, healthy, low-calorie, and easy to prepare snack, which is great for vegans, vegetarians, and meat-lovers. Ingredients Pocket Pita Feta cheese Cabbage Onion Tzatziki Sauce (click here for the recipe, or buy from the store) Optional: Chicken (pre-cooked, or any leftovers from the previous days), olives, or lettuce. Directions Chop all the …

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Pickled Carrots

Pickled carrots are a delicious and nutritious snack that can pair well with most of the dishes.  Carrots are rich in a variety of nutrients including Vitamins A and B. Here is an easy recipe for pickled carrots. Ingredients ½ lb carrots ½ cup of distilled white vinegar ½ cup of water Several slices of …

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French Crepes

Crepes are versatile and sophisticated.  The two French classics are crepes (sweet) and galettes (savory).  The only difference is the type of flour used (all-purpose for crepes vs buckwheat for galettes) although it is not uncommon that crepes are also made savory.  This recipe is for crepes as I enjoy them sweet filled with apricot, …

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Baked Beans

Baked Beans is a nutritious, inexpensive, and easy dish to make.  It can be adjusted for both vegans and meat-lovers.  Beans are a great source of nutrients such plant-based protein, potassium, phosphorus, fiber, folate, magnesium, iron, and calcium. Ingredients: 2 lbs of Lima, Cannellini, or Great Northern Beans or Canned Beans 2 medium-sized onions 3 …

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