Having spoken to three Argentinians (yes, they claim the invention right) about how an authentic, traditional chimichurri is made I realized that there is no single chimichurriu recipe like that in existence. As is the case with just about any recipe, every family, every chef has own chimichurri recipe that they like and use. With that said, here is my favorite cilantro chimichurri recipe that I consider traditional but that will likely not be identical or even very close to another chimicurri … [Read more...] about Cilantro Chimichurri
Pecan Sticky Buns
I have to admit, I had never had pecan sticky buns until now. I had lot's of cinnamon buns but never a pecan sticky bun. My older daughter made these for Mother's Day following a recipe from The Chelsea Market Cookbook. To say that they are good is a big understatement. They are divine! Soft and airy inside, they are covered with delicious sticky caramel and crunchy roasted pecans. They are at their best fresh out of the oven, while they are still warm. But if you have any leftovers, you can … [Read more...] about Pecan Sticky Buns
Juicy Tomato and Cucumber Salad
This tomato and cucumber salad is so good that you could eat it alone and never think of eating anything else with it, like bread, meat, etc. It's one of those salads that is so balanced and so tasty that you crave it, like you would chocolate. I get those cravings. The good thing is that this salad is very easy and quick to make. As a matter of fact, my 8-year-old daughter made this salad that you see on the pictures all by herself, from peeling and chopping the veggies, to making the dressing … [Read more...] about Juicy Tomato and Cucumber Salad
Honey Pomegranate Boneless Chicken Thighs
I made these chicken thighs for dinner last night and they became an instant hit. My kids ran for seconds, begging for more. I wasn't surprised. This chicken is absolutely fabulous! It's one of the best I've ever tried. It's as good as my crazy-popular marinated chicken chicken thighs, or the family favorite pan-fried boneless chicken thighs. The flavor of the chicken is bold, with sweet, salty, savory and tangy notes. It reminds me of other sweet and tangy chicken recipes that use honey and … [Read more...] about Honey Pomegranate Boneless Chicken Thighs
Thai Grilled Chicken Marinade
My new favorite marinade for grilled chicken is this Thai inspired marinade that is quick to prepare, very tasty and relatively healthy. I think it rivals my all-time favorite Killer Chicken Thigh Marinade. It's that good! It has just the right amount of sweet, savory and spicy and appeals to a wide audience, adults and children alike. This marinade is grill-friendly and won't burn very quickly, but since there is a little bit of sugar in it I suggest that you keep an eye on the chicken while … [Read more...] about Thai Grilled Chicken Marinade
Authentic Italian Minestrone Soup from Trieste
While thousands of ethnic dishes have been successfully adapted to our Western palates, we still seek authenticity and value it over convenience of using readily available local ingredients, taking shortcuts during preparation and enjoying familiar tastes. Sometimes, when trying authentic dishes, I fall in love with them so much that I make my best to recreate them at home and save the recipes in my recipe box for future use. This minestrone soup is one such example. Recently, on a night out, I … [Read more...] about Authentic Italian Minestrone Soup from Trieste