Author: CookDiaries

Desserts

Neapolitan Doughnuts

This recipes makes 3 cups of each flavor of frosting, if that ends up being more than you need to Neapolitan 1 dozen store-bought doughnuts, you can save the leftover icings for dipping other store-bought baked goods like brownies or crispy rice treats. The idea is to make the Neapolitan Icing flavors, then dip to your heart’s content. (If you really want […]

Dinner & Lunch

Best-Ever Beef Ragu

This easy and delicious ragu is perfect for date night. Don’t skimp on the parm! Looking for more cozy winter recipes? Be sure to add this Cacio e Pepe to your list. Made it? Let us know how it went in the comment section below! INGREDIENTS: 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 lb. chuck roast, cut into […]

Desserts

Macarons au chocolat

Ingrédients: 100 g de chocolat à pâtisser 120 g de sucre glace 60 g de poudre d’amande 2 blancs d’oeuf 1 noix de beurre 1 pincée de sel Pour la garniture : 50 g de beurre mou 60 g de chocolat en poudre Préparation: Etape 1Préchauffez votre four à thermostat 6 (180°C). Etape 2Cassez le chocolat en morceaux et faites-le fondre doucement. Etape 3Mélangez 80 […]

Breakfast

Hot Oat & Quinoa Cereal

If you think quinoa is only good for savory salads and pilafs, you’re missing out. Pair it with steel-cut oats to amplify its hearty flavor. A little maple syrup brings out its sweet side. INGREDIENTS: ½ cup dried fruit (such as barberries, cranberries, or goji berries) ½ cup steel-cut oats ½ cup well-rinsed quinoa ¼ […]

Seafood

Seared Scallops with Warm Tuscan Beans

Pair this one-dish meal with a side of garlic bread. It’s perfect for sopping up every last drop of the delicious sauce. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 1/2 pounds sea scallops 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup prechopped onion 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup dry white wine 1 […]

Appetizers

Herbed Goat Cheese Dip

INGREDIENTS: 8 oz. crumbled goat cheese (about 1 cup), at room temperature 1/2 c. ricotta cheese 2 scallions, finely chopped 1/4 c. fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped, plus more for serving 2 tsp. lemon zest 2 tbsp. lemon juice Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Olive oil, for drizzling Grissini or breadsticks, for serving DIRECTIONS […]

Dinner & Lunch

Coffee Brined Turkey

“This is a great tasting turkey recipe I like to serve with my Baked Beans In Coffee, they complement each other nicely. This turkey turns out so flavourful and the meat is moist and juicy.” Ingredients:  8 cups water  8 cups brewed coffee (cold)  1/2 cup sea salt  1 cup maple syrup  1 bunch (2 ounces) […]

Desserts

Brownie Bites

Ingredients: 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs or 4 large graham crackers, finely crushed 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 1/4 cups mini chocolate chips 1/2 cup sugar 2 large eggs, at room temperature 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup quinoa flour * 3/4 cup mini marshmallows Directions: Place […]

Pasta

Healthy Pasta with Spicy Crab

“I was training for a marathon when I created this recipe. Crab is high in protein but low in fat, so it’s a great balance to the … Ingredients: Kosher salt 1 pound spaghetti 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 Fresno chile peppers, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup dry white wine 1 pound […]

Soups & Salads

Quick Cream of Mushroom Soup

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms 1/4 cup chopped onion 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth 1 cup half-and-half cream Directions: In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms and onion until tender. Mix flour, salt, pepper and […]