Most muffins you’ll find at cafes and coffee shops are more akin to oversized cupcakes – too sweet, and too big. However, muffins need not be cloying. All it takes is a little natural sweetener to make them a treat. They also need not be calorie heavy sweets. These recipes will bring you a whole…
Whole-Wheat Herbal Scones
Similar in savory nature to American biscuits, these luxurious herbal scones have a nutty dimension that comes from the whole-wheat flour. A great accompaniment to soups, salads, and stews. Ingredients 150 grams (about 1 1/4 cups) whole-wheat flour 100 grams (about 3/4 cup) flour (unbleached all-purpose) 10 grams (2 teaspoons) baking powder 5 grams (1/2…
Fried Chicken
The chicken thighs are cooked in two separate stages in this recipe, that was intended to be executed on a propane burner outdoors. The chicken is first fried to beautifully brown it, as well as render the fat from the skin. Next, it’s placed in a low oven to cook all the way through. The…
Buttermilk Biscuits
Ingredients 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, or as required 2 teaspoons kosher salt 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder 11 tablespoons very cold butter, unsalted (Cut into 1-inch cubes) 1 ¼ cups buttermilk Preparation Whisk the flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl to combine. Transfer one cup of dry ingredients into a food…
Arugula Salad With La Tur
This salad takes the common, run of the mill blue cheese salad dressing, and improves upon it – a soft, milkier flavor and a more unctuous consistency make this the perfect thing to drizzle over fresh figs, baby arugula and some perfectly crisped prosciutto. Ingredients 3 to 4 slices prosciutto di Parma 4 ounces La…
Thin and Crispy Cornbread
In many a glossy food magazine, you’ll see cornbread, served directly from the skillet in thick, golden wedges. These look nothing like April McGreger’s Mississippi grandmother’s thin & crispy cornbread. The crunch to tender ratio is closer to crunch, making it ideal for soaking up delicious broths like potlikker. Baked best in a well seasoned…
Buckwheat Blini
Many savory toppings are a perfect accompaniment to blini, such as caviar or smoked fish. For simple elegance, look no further than drained yoghurt, salmon roe and smoked salmon (½ pound per batch of blini will suffice.) Ingredients 1 teaspoon active dry yeast ½ teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons lukewarm water 1 cup and an additional…
Peach Buttermilk Soup
Similar to the Indian milkshake-like drink lassi, I enjoy eating this delectable creamy soup for breakfast. Make sure that the peaches are juicy and ripe. Ingredients 3 pounds ripe peaches 2 to 3 tablespoons mild flavored honey (like acacia or clover) (to taste) 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed (to taste) 3 cups…
Corn Bread
You’ll often find cornbread in dressing on holidays, or alongside chile in other times of the year. Neither chese nor chilies are present in this recipe (although you could add some of both). A simple recipe, the use of a cast-iron pan gives it its iconic crunchy crust. Make sure this recipe is handy in…
Shrimp & Quinoa Salad with Lime & Ginger
The Asian overtones in this salad come from the zingy lime ginger dressing, and the heat of the cilantro and scallions. Makes for a perfect light lunch, side dish or supper. The shrimp which garnish the top of the salad can be omitted for vegetarians. Ingredients For the dressing 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)…