giving pork chops a good name I used to absolutely dread having pork chops for dinner when I was younger. There was nothing fun about eating them–they were tough and tasteless, and it took way too long to finish chewing a single bite. That’s still pretty much the case when I make a regular old …
all you need is love and olive oil One ingredient that I don’t really use in moderation is olive oil. I seriously go through so much of the stuff, I should probably get my own personal olive tap…if only I had room in my tiny kitchen. All jokes aside, as useful as olive oil is …
don’t buck the buckwheat trend This buckwheat cereal, or “kasha,” is the most perfect, satisfying meal for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner. This gluten-free cereal isn’t made of grains but rather groats, and it has a nice warm, nutty flavor. While you can easily make it a sweet dish, my favorite way to enjoy buckwheat is …
i dare you to dumpling Once in awhile (actually, pretty often) I’m just in the mood for some Ukrainian comfort food. These finger dumplings are essentially the Ukrainian version of Italian gnocchi which you may have heard of. These dumplings probably have a more official name in Ukrainian cuisine, but we would just call them …
two eggs make a right You’ve heard of egg salad, but have you heard of egg dressing? It’s an easy way to add a dose of protein and flavor to your leafy greens. The great news is, this might be one of the easiest recipes you’ll ever make. Okay, you do need to hard boil …
dreaming of japan I recently went on a trip to Japan, and when I returned, one of the first things people asked me was “Was the food amazing?!” The short answer is yes it was, but the long answer involved how surprised I was at the diversity of different foods in Japan. Before the trip, …
fo-fo-fo-focaccia Focaccia would have to be one of my favorite “fancy” breads. It’s so delicious and super easy to make. If you’re an aspiring bread baker but are intimidated by the process, this recipe is for you. There’s no kneading involved, no special ingredients, and you can dress it up with different herbs, spices, and …
Reminiscing about potatoes This is one of my all-time favorite recipes as a kid, and it take me all the way back to the days when my grandmother would babysit me. Those were the good old days, and I remember fondly the time I would spend just one-on-one with my Bunia. She’s from Ukraine, so …
broccoli is back So I’ve heard that not everyone is a huge fan of broccoli. Well, that’s a shame, because broccoli is an awesome vegetable and is super good for you. Luckily, if you’re not a lover of raw or steamed broccoli, there are other ways of cooking this brassica that are easy and super …
tasty nostalgia This cranberry walnut bread is a classic recipe of my grandmother’s, and it’s one of my favorite nostalgic treats during the holiday season. Even though we’re past the holidays, you can certainly enjoy this sweet and nutty bread throughout the winter and let it bring you comfort. Paired best with a warming cup …