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Published Jul 26, 2013 Updated Sep 12, 2024 Kaya toast. The sheer mention of the name kaya toast brings water to my mouth. Imagine warm and crispy toasted bread, slathered with a nice layer aromatic kaya jam (Malaysian coconut egg jam), and complete with a thin slice of cold butter. As you hold the kaya toast in your hand, the warmth of the freshly toasted bread melts the butter inside, and as you sink your teeth into the bread, the kaya jam and the butter come oozing out of the bread…ahhhh, heavenly....

Cinnamon-spiced Aubergines with Feta Cheese from The Quick Roasting Tin by Rukmini Iyer Herby bulgur wheat, roasted aubergines, sharp feta cheese and pops of sweet pomegranate seeds, this is a great make-ahead lunch to take to work. Orzo Pasta, Spicy Tomato Sauce & Feta from Ducksoup Cookbook by Clare Lattin & Tom Hill Make a spiced tomato sauce using fresh tomatoes here, then toss through orzo pasta and top with creamy feta....

When you pick up an apple at the grocery store, do you ever wonder how many people have touched that same apple? Obviously the farmers and the grocery store workers have touched it, but what about all the other store patrons? How many other people have put their noses up against the bottom of those melons, or squeezed that avocado to see if it was ripe? Not to mention the wax and the pesticides added to commercial produce....

Published Mar 06, 2022 Updated Aug 19, 2024 Matcha Latte Recipe Matcha latte is also known as green tea latte; it is a refreshing and creamy tea made of matcha powder, milk and condensed milk. It is slightly sweet and has a smooth texture, with an earthy aroma. It is great tasting and can be served either cold or hot. Matcha (green tea powder) is a common ingredient used in beverages, desserts and baking....

Meat and cheese trays are always a hit at family gatherings. You can serve them on the table as-is, or you can serve them alongside rolls or bread slices so your guests can make sandwiches with the meat and cheese. They are so much fun to garnish and make look pretty! Plus, they are SO EASY to make up. You can whip up a meat and cheese tray faster than you can make most appetizers....

Published May 04, 2014 Updated Sep 11, 2024 I am so glad that I am back in Penang, that means I can hangout with my girlfriends CP Choong (also my baking guru on Rasa Malaysia) and Craft Passion (super-talented craft blogger). I met up with them and told CP Choong to share new baking recipes on Rasa Malaysia, while I am on vacation eating around Penang and enjoying my kitchen days off....

Sweet little Mini Cherry Cheesecakes are such a cute dessert to make and serve at just about any gathering. I was gifted this recipe at my bridal shower (I’m not going to admit how many years ago that was!) and it has been one of my go-to desserts for special occasions ever since. They’re simple to make, easy to serve, and can be changed up all kinds of ways. This is a really budget friendly dessert too....

Hi Bold Bakers! WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: Luscious Mocha Pâté cuts right to the chase, giving you a generous slice of heavenly chocolate and coffee goodness with a silky truffle-like texture. Already have an account? As part of our deliciously fun Chocolate Charcuterie Board, Mocha Pâté is a fun and fancy treat that’s a cross between rich fudge and velvety mousse. It’s studded with toasted hazelnuts that perfectly set off the sweet treat’s lush texture....

Published Mar 15, 2021 Updated Oct 21, 2024 Moist Banana Bread The best banana bread recipe should be moist. Today, I am going to share a moist banana bread recipe with you. This recipe with rum is the holy grail of all banana bread recipes! It’s healthy, super moist, with the subtle taste of rum in every bite! Recipe Ingredients This homemade recipe calls for the following ingredients: Overripe bananas All-purpose flour Unsalted butter Eggs Brown sugar Baking soda and baking powder Sour cream or plain yogurt Walnuts...

This Peanut Butter Bark recipe is best no-bake treat for anytime of year. So simple, yet so delicious! I have probably made these five times in the past month, and each time they have been completely devoured. Peanut Butter Bark is a great treat in the summer because you don’t have to heat the house up to make them, but they’re also a perfect dessert to make and give as holiday gifts....

Hi Bold Bakers! For those who have never had a Crumpets before, prepare to have your mind blown! If you liked my English Muffins you’re going to LOVE my No-Knead Homemade Crumpets. These fluffy yeasted treats are an Irish person’s guilty pleasure. Toasted and topped with some Kerrygold butter and we are in heaven! Already have an account? What is a Crumpet? A crumpet is a hotcake-like bread made of a thick yeasted batter....

Published May 23, 2011 Updated Nov 03, 2024 Think tender chicken, chunky potatoes, and a sauce that’s an amazing combo of fermented soybean paste and spices. It’s not just food; it’s a taste of the cultural mash-up that is truly Malaysian. Much like cincaluk omelet (telur dadar cincaluk) and onde onde, Ayam Pongteh is a favorite Malaccan Baba-Nyonya dish that’s been enjoyed for generations and keeps the Peranakan food traditions alive....

If you’ve ever wanted to live up to the age-old joke about sitting around all day eating bon bons, make sure you’re enjoying these delicious peanut butter bon bons while you do it. We got this recipe years ago from our cousin Jill and it has quickly become a family favorite. I love making these for Valentines Day because it is a fun fondue dessert. They also make a great Christmas candy, if you’re one who enjoys dipping your own Christmas candies and boxing them up for neighbors and friends....

This Pumpkin Eclair Cake is the perfect fall dessert. It has all of the flavor of pumpkin pie with a creamier and lighter texture. Run to the grocery store right now and pick up some pumpkin spice instant pudding mix, because it is only available for a little while and it disappears off the shelf FAST! This dessert is called an eclair cake because you refrigerate it overnight in a 9×13 pan....

This pumpkin shaped cheese ball looks like a pumpkin, but doesn’t taste like pumpkin. There is no actual pumpkin in it. It is just a cute appetizer for any occasion! I have made this for Halloween, Thanksgiving, football parties, and even fall-themed baby showers. This cheese ball is always a HUGE hit and it tastes as delicious as it looks. It only takes a few ingredients and it feeds a crowd....

Delicate, soft, and sweet, you can never stop with just one. Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies are a classic cookie that we’ve all tried and enjoyed. Though some make their indentation with a spoon, you can go all the way and use your thumb, feeling very ‘professional baker’. Fill the thumbprint crevice with raspberry preserves or jam, and you have a delicious cookie that everyone will love. The almond glaze over top perfectly makes these cookies all you could want, almost like a mini pastry!...

Published Nov 12, 2023 Updated Aug 14, 2024 Roasted Carrots With Thyme Recipe As the leaves change and temperatures drop, it’s the perfect time to embrace the comforting, earthy flavors of autumn. Roasted carrots with thyme is a simple yet elegant side dish that can elevate any meal. The natural sweetness of carrots with the aromatic charm of fresh thyme, makes it a flavorful dish everyone enjoys. Why This Recipe Works This recipe is simple and accessible to home cooks of all skill levels....

Published Aug 24, 2009 Updated Sep 15, 2024 Sambal Eggplant There are many different kinds of eggplant in the market. They differ in terms of their name, variety, shape, color and forms. According to Wikipedia, eggplant is probably the most common name and it’s used in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. In British English, it’s called Aubergine. In India and South Africa, it’s called Brinjal. In Malaysia, it’s called terung in the official Malay language....

Published Dec 09, 2019 Updated Nov 03, 2024 And even when you’re not in New Orleans, you can still enjoy the dish and recreate that experience with this 30-minute Cajun seafood boil recipe! The best part? You can easily make it your own by throwing in your favorite seafood and adjusting the spice level. There’s literally no reason not to try this spicy seafood boil recipe rated 4.6 by almost 500 home cooks worldwide!...

Published Mar 11, 2017 Updated Sep 10, 2024 I love scallops, especially seared scallops. There is nothing not to love about them, so tender, juicy, succulent and briny, except the price tag when you eat out at restaurants. Homemade seared scallops are so much cheap as you get 10x more in quantity. Scallops are very easy to make at home. All you have to do is searing them; in this seared scallops with bacon recipe, you use bacon to complement the flavors of the scallops....