It’s that time of the year to make a delicious bowl of Louisiana Gumbo. Is this version made in the Cajun or Creole Style? Here’s where you can customize this dish to your own tastes. It’s my understanding that a Creole version would include tomatoes; the Cajun style does not. […]
You are indecisive about tonight’s dinner. Should you make Chinese dumplings or an Asian noodle soup? Let’s combine the two and make my recipe for Shumai Pork and Shrimp Meatballs in a Savory Broth. If you are a lover of dim sum you are probably familiar with those steamed dumplings […]
Beef bourguignon is just a great comfort food. You might think because of the name that the dish is too fancy and complex to make at home. Tasting the rich and intense flavor of this dish might reinforce that thought. All that being said, the ingredients are fairly basic. The […]
When the weather is 45° in Southern California, I tend to look for recipes that are comforting and that will warm my internals. I know for you East Coasters, 45° is still flip-flops and shorts weather! But for us Californians who don’t know how to drive in the rain and […]
The winter season is coming upon us. Maybe in Southern California not so much. But that doesn’t stop us from enjoying soups and stews which taste especially great right now. Since one of my favorite dishes is chili, let’s be a little non-traditional and make some Pumpkin-Butternut Squash Chili. Pumpkin-Butternut […]
Is Chicken Tortilla Soup the answer? Coming home from work all you can think about is what can you make to satisfy your desire for something healthy that can be flavorful, satisfying, and not make you feel bloated from overeating. My recipe for a quick and easy chicken tortilla soup […]
What is Italian Wedding Soup? Italian Wedding Soup is simply a marriage of great ingredients. Some people think that the origins of this soup relate to a dish served for weddings. Actually, minestra maritata (‘married soup’), is a reference to the flavor produced by the combination of the “marriage” of […]
If you are looking for the Perfect Chili Recipe for the Perfect Hot Dog, you have come to the right place! If I am in the mood for a chili dog or burger, my thoughts first wander to past memories like my first chili dog at the Original Tommy’s off […]
As you may know by now, I am a big fan of Asian Cuisine. I do love Asian-inspired soups. Lion’s Head Soup is a perfect meal when looking for something warm and satisfying. When talking about soup, there are many great examples of Asian soups that can fulfill my cravings. […]
Sometimes there is nothing more satisfying than a bowl of ramen. The warmth of the broth; the texture of the noodles, the egg, and the meat; the spices and flavors that infuse the dish…they all just make me happy! The only ramen that I have ever made was the typical […]
When it comes to Chinese restaurants, I have my favorite dishes. Dim sum and Kung Pao are two of my favorites. Hot and Sour Soup is another favorite. Even if it’s 100° outside like it happens to be in Temecula these days, I will always have a bowl! It’s the […]
It’s cold outside…the rain is coming. I see a soup day in my future! This recipe is so comforting, the whole family will find themselves in a wonderful food coma afterward which is not that bad especially in these crazy Covid – 19 times! As always, thanks for Spending Time […]
Weather is getting colder and I am in the mood for something that is comforting and will warm my heart. Soup is always the first thing that crosses my mind when I am in that kind of mood. I love this recipe, as the smells that fill up the room […]
Weather is starting to kick in and nothing better at the end of the day is having a hot bowl of chili. In case you are interested, chili is the meal and chile is that hot little pepper that goes into your chili. Now you may ask me, “Why no […]
Do you have the thoughts that float in your head that when Thanksgiving is over, you have a hard time like always trying to figure out what to do with all your turkey leftovers other than making sandwiches? Not that sandwiches are bad. I do love making a stacked turkey […]
It is that time of the year when soup starts to sound really good. Whether you are looking for a main course for Lunch or a side dish for the Holidays, a bowl of hot soup can be the perfect answer! As always, thanks for Spending Time In My Kitchen!
I know, I know…Soup in the summer! Who does that? I definitely do! Pho (pronounced “fuh“) is one of my all-time favorite meals. I love the heartiness of the broth, the fragrant herbs, the chewy texture of the rice noodle and the meatiness of the dish. When all taken together, […]