To stir or mix two or more inredient together evenly.

A knife technique where leafy greens and herbs are stacked, rolled tightly, and then cut into thin, ribbon-like strips.

Let’s talk Choux Pastry . Also known as Pâte à Choux. This is the most comprehensive choux pastry recipe on the internet, with all the tips to make absolutely perfect cream puffs , profiteroles , eclairs , choux au craquelin , chouquettes , paris brest , chicken puffs etc. I share all the tips and tricks to make foolproof, failproof, light, airy, puffy, crisp choux pastry (Pâte à Choux)!...

Perfectly cooked, juicy and incredibly flavorful, these Instant Pot Honey Soy Chicken Thighs can be made with boneless or bone-in chicken, in 30 minutes, with just 7 ingredients (including one special ingredient!). Instant pot chicken thighs are great for meal prepping for busy weekday lunches as well. For another amazing variation, check out my instant pot short ribs recipe . Instant pot chicken thighs for meal prepping Sunday is my meal prep day....

Linzer cookies are a classic during the holidays! They are delicious and simple to make, with a fruity filling in a nutty, almond flavored cookie. What’s not to love? Linzer cookies with raspberry preserves, and made with a buttery almond cookie dough. These are one of my husband’s favorite cookies. And they are a cinch to make. The base of this cookie recipe is similar to my pate sucree dough....

To soak food, typically meat, poultry, seafood, or vegetables in a seasoned, flavorful liquid before cooking. This enhances flavor, tenderizes the food, and can add moisture. The process can last from minutes to days.

This Pickled Beet Jelly with Goat Cheese and Candied Pistachios is a whole lot of fantastic flavors packed into bite sized hors d’oeuvres! This is my version of a classic pairing of beet and goat-cheese, but I wore my fancy-pants for this one. Remember how I told you guys last week that I had more ideas in stock for my pickled beetroot? Here’s one of them. And so is this pickled beet and basil grilled cheese sandwich ....

Super soft, moist, melt-in-your-mouth delicious Red Velvet Cake with the perfect buttermilk flavor and velvety crumb! Frosted with my absolutely favorite cream cheese frosting ! This is one of my all-time favorite cake recipes , and it’s perfect as a birthday cake, as a Valentine’s day recipe , or for any special occasion. Why should you try this recipe? What is a red velvet cake? Ingredients to make red velvet cake How to make red velvet cake Frosting for red velvet cake Recipe tips for success Frequently asked questions I still remember my first bite of red velvet cake, many years ago....

There’s a reason why Sri Lankan Fish Patties (Fish Empanadas) are legendary. A slightly spicy, savory, scrumptious filling encased in a flaky and buttery crust, these fish pastries are PERFECT as game day and game night snacks , as tea time snacks , or as party starter recipes . You can use your choice of protein for the filling or make it vegetarian. They are easy to make and freeze well for later too!...

Layers of fudgy brownie with Kahlua flavored chocolate pastry cream, fresh strawberry and creamy vanilla whipped cream – this Strawberry Chocolate Brownie Trifle is a simple yet satisfying chocolate dessert! Two-in-one dessert If you guys have seen my Secret Layer Cakes cookbook , you’ll know that I’m a big fan of two desserts in one! This strawberry chocolate brownie trifle combines my favorite fudgy brownies with a creamy chocolate pastry cream , plus fresh strawberries and cream!...

These Strawberry Custard Brioche Tarts are a fantastic way to use up summer strawberries! Cardamom spiced strawberries, roasted with a deliciously creamy vanilla pastry cream, all atop a buttery, rich, and slightly sweet brioche bun. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as tea time snacks ! Another decadent way to use my popular brioche dough recipe – beautiful custard brioche tarts, topped with fruit! My authentic brioche bread recipe is very popular, for a reason!...

This really is the BEST mint chocolate chip ice cream ever! A deliciously creamy and minty ice cream base mixed with extra minty, buttery, bittersweet peppermint chocolate pieces dispersed throughout the ice cream Stracciatella-style. This mint chocolate chip ice cream is a classic summer treat, with a minty freshness. Mint chocolate chip ice cream Why you’ll LOVE this mint ice cream How to make mint chocolate chip ice cream How to prepare the mint chocolate chip ice cream base (step by step overview) Coloring the mint ice cream How to naturally color your mint chocolate chip ice cream How to create stracciatella-style mint chocolate chip ice cream Mint chocolate chip ice cream Now that I’ve shared with you guys my classic homemade vanilla ice cream , it’s time to layer that vanilla canvas with some exciting ice cream flavors!...

This vegan tofu quinoa salad is everything that a perfect meal should be! Delicious, comforting, easy to make in large batches and great for meal-prepping, packed with nourishing ingredients, can be eaten cold (without reheating), and very satiating! Did I miss anything? We make this loaded tofu quinoa salad with kale on repeat, and we’ll never tire of it! Why we LOVE this quinoa salad Ingredients needed to make tofu quinoa salad How to make tofu quinoa salad (step by step overview) Storage instructions Add-ins and recipe variations Commonly asked questions Nutrition in this power salad Why we LOVE this quinoa salad I usually make a large batch of this quinoa salad and keep it in the fridge for the whole week....

Make this super easy White Chocolate Magic Shell Sauce with just two ingredients (white chocolate chips and coconut oil), and one minute of your time! Just like my easy chocolate magic shell , use this decadent white chocolate version to transform all your frozen dessert recipes with a little bit of creamy white chocolate awesomeness! White chocolate in desserts Every girl needs a good, go-to recipe for all types of chocolate....

This easy Cajun Seasoning has a nice kick, with earthy flavors, and it’ll perk up any dish that you use it in, with its peppery, zesty flavor profile! This cajun seasoning recipe is so simple, you likely already have all the spices to make it in your pantry. Recipe highlights Cajun seasoning is super easy to make at home , and chances are that once you make your own, you will never want to go back to store-bought....

Behold, the Cold Brew Mocha (and Kit Kat Slam)! Coffee beans and cocoa nibs, perfectly ground and brewed for the perfect length of time to make sweet, delicate Cold Brew Iced Mocha (without much of the acidity and bitterness of hot brewed coffee). And then mixed with milk, topped with chocolate sauce, and a dollop of whipped cream. And then drink it through a Kit Kat bar for the ultimate sweet, cold brew mocha experience (a variation of my Tim Tam slam )....

A spicy, flavorful beef curry paired with gooey, melted cheese – this simple Curried Beef Grilled Cheese Sandwich is ultimate comfort food times two! When I was a kid, cheese toasties were life! 🙂 Cheese toasties (or jaffles as they were known in NZ and Australia), are sealed grilled cheese sandwiches made in a sandwich maker (jaffle iron), and are a very popular lunch option. Adding leftovers is a sure-fire way to kick them up a notch....

A Chocolate Shortbread Cookie recipe that is easy to make and guarantees foolproof results thanks to all the tips I’ve shared! These chocolate shortbread cookies are deeply chocolate flavored, and are deliciously buttery, without being overly sweet. Delicious chocolate shortbread cookies made with cocoa powder, and a simple chocolate drizzle on top. Easy to make and a crowd favorite! This chocolate shortbread cookie is an adaptation of my classic shortbread cookie recipe....

This is THE most fresh strawberry pie that you’ll ever taste where the fresh strawberry base is cooked down and thickened with cornstarch and then mixed with more whole fresh strawberries! No strawberry jello, just the sweet, fruity flavor of fresh strawberries. All encased in a super flaky, all butter homemade pie crust ! Tastes like the very best of summer in the form of a buttery fruit pie!...

Super soft, moist gingerbread cupcakes with a perfect crumb and an amazingly festive flavor profile! Filled with an eggnog pastry cream filling and a fluffy cream cheese frosting! These gingerbread cupcakes are one of my favorite Christmas treats ! A delicious holiday-worthy eggnog variation of my classic pastry cream recipe and a pipeable version of my cream cheese frosting recipe . Usually, around this time of year I’m frantically baking a gingerbread house ....