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Published Jul 03, 2018 Updated Sep 05, 2024 Garlic noodles…just the name alone conjures up buttery, garlicky, flavorful noodles with Parmesan cheese, a popular Asian-flavored noodles found in many restaurants. Now what’s better than garlic noodles? These nutty, intensely aromatic Brown Butter Garlic Noodles. I created my famous Garlic Noodles recipe 10 years ago, in 2008. Many of my readers have since tried the recipe and loved it. Today, I am upgrading the recipe with fewer and easy-to-get ingredients, with brown butter....

Published Nov 16, 2012 Updated Sep 12, 2024 Growing up in Malaysia, I was exposed to Indian cuisine since I was little. Both my late parents loved Indian food…their favorite food in the world was nasi kandar, or Indian rice plates made popular by Indian-Muslim in Penang. At home, my mother loved cooking Indian curry: chicken curry, Indian squid curry, or seafood curry. Everyone in the family enjoys a good pot of fiery hot and spice-laden curry; as the smell and aroma of Indian curry wafting out of the kitchen, we knew that lunch and dinner would be excellent....

Hi Bold Bakers! This week’s episode of Knead to Know is full of all sorts of fun treats and topics, including the new baking trend that’s stolen the spotlight from baked feta pasta and a sit-down chat with one of my greatest friends and ultimate baking extraordinaire, Founder/Editor In Chief of Bake from Scratch magazine, and multiple cookbook author Brian Hart Hoffman. Our host Mia is super excited about a certain celebrity that might be opening a new restaurant and I have a lot to say about green foods in the states during St....

Published Sep 23, 2012 Updated Sep 12, 2024 For the longest time, I’ve wanted to try out the tangzhong (汤种法) or water roux method of baking, a technique popularized by the Japanese and widely adopted by Taiwanese and other bakers in Asia. The tangzhong method of preparing dough yields soft and fluffy bread that stays fresh without the need for preservatives. Many Asian food bloggers swear by this method; I’ve been fascinated by it but only recently had the chance to try it out....

Published May 30, 2019 Updated Aug 29, 2024 What Is Texas Toast Texas Toast is a delicious toasted bread covered with butter and garlic. It is usually thicker than other breads, and has more of a square shape. This toast makes a delicious pairing for all kinds of pastas, from meat pasta to garlic noodles. My version of the recipe has a cheese topping that is to die for, as it pairs so well and makes for an excellent snack....

Published Oct 17, 2023 Updated Aug 14, 2024 Cheesy Ham Chowder Recipe Cheesy Ham Chowder is a flavorful and comforting soup that combines smoky ham, creamy cheese, and a medley of vegetables. It’s a hearty dish that’s perfect for warming up on chilly days. This soup is made from various ingredients that are absolutely appetizing and enjoyable. It’s a great dish to share with friends and family on any occasion....

Published May 30, 2019 Updated Aug 29, 2024 Chicken Meatball Recipe I am partial to all kinds of meatballs, there is just something so irresistible about ground meat shaped into balls. Every culture has its own version of meatballs. My favorite has always been my fried meatballs, seasoned with Chinese 5-spice powder. However, these juicy chicken meatballs are top notch and equally delicious. They are so moist, with a perfect balance of flavors and so addictive....

If you’re craving the bright, fresh flavors of Chipotle’s famous corn salsa, but you can’t make it into the restaurant we’ve got you covered! This easy corn salsa recipe is full of sweet and tender corn, crisp red onions, spicy jalapeño peppers, and fresh cilantro. Don’t forget a generous squeeze of fresh lime! Serve it up as a dip with tortilla chips for the perfect appetizer, or use it to top all your favorite Mexican-inspired entrees!...

Hi Bold Bakers! You know what’s better than a cookie and more irresistible than a brownie? It’s my Chocolate Brownie Cookies! This cookie recipe is a game changer. Imagine the chocolate fudge center you get from my Best Ever Brownie Recipe and the crispy, soft baked outside you get in my Crazy Cookie Dough merged into one. My Chocolate Brownie Cookies are perfect for all kinds or celebrations and occasions whether you’re doing some holiday baking or looking to give someone a very generous and chocolatey gift....

Published Mar 16, 2021 Updated Sep 22, 2024 Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe I love bananas and chocolate, so I decided to combine these two ingredients into the best chocolate chip banana bread. This recipe is adapted from Everyday Food magazine by Martha Stewart; as you can see from the photos, it’s soft, moist and loaded with chocolate chips. This recipe yields aromatic, moist, and delicious cake. It stays soft even after a few days, and taste just like it was freshly baked!...

Published Jul 26, 2021 Updated Aug 21, 2024 Choux Pastry Recipe What is a choux pastry? In French, choux pastry is called pate a choux. It’s a pastry dough used in many desserts, for example: cream puffs, profiteroles, French beignets and gougères (cheese puffs). They are very easy to make at home. They are light, fluffy, airy, buttery, eggy and great with a variety of fillings. Recipe Ingredients This recipe calls for five (5) simple ingredients that you already have at home:...

It’s beginning to smell a lot like Christmas! Create your own, customized Christmas scent with natural ingredients. Orange slices, lemon slices, cranberries, herbs, and spices combine to make your home smell fresh and clean. This combination is perfect for the holiday season, the mixture of the citrus and spice makes everything feel festive and cozy. If you want to make your whole house smell like you’re burning an expensive candle, this is the perfect simmer pot for you!...

Hi Bold Bakers! Already have an account? As a professional chef and Bold Baker, I love to find new ways to transform my favorite recipes and take them above and beyond. From developing new flavors to styling my desserts, there is nothing more satisfying for me than pushing the envelope. My Giant Cinnamon Roll in a Skillet is like nothing I’ve ever made or tasted before. When you think of cinnamon rolls, you’re sure to think of a sweet yeasted dough stuffed with cinnamon sugar and covered in a sweet glaze....

To celebrate two decades of Ottolenghi’s impressive roster of delis, restaurants, and bestselling cookbooks, team members from The Happy Foodie and Ebury, Ottolenghi’s publisher, came together for the ultimate potluck picnic, featuring an array of summer-ready salads, vegan and vegetarian dishes, and desserts from his cookbooks SIMPLE, Jerusalem, FLAVOUR, Extra Good Things, Plenty, Sweet, and more. Who: Mia Oakley – Campaigns Officer, Ebury What I made: Beef Sirloin and Basil Salad What I thought: This year I have been obsessed with and constantly craving salads, so I knew I had to make this dish – and it didn’t disappoint!...

This is yet another dish that comes from my amazing brother-in-law, Nick (the Italian cuisine master). You might recall seeing his name attached to the delicious Nick’s Authentic Italian Spaghetti in another post. Nick lived in Italy for a couple years and brought back some awesome recipes, including this Creamy Carbonara Pasta recipe! This is a traditional Italian recipe, very simple and easy, but FULL of flavor. You will love the creamy sauce, crisp bacon, and tender pasta....

Green Pea Salad with Bacon is one of our favorite spring and summertime side dishes. Crisp green peas are a staple around our house, whether we grow our own or raid our mom’s garden! But even on the years we don’t plant peas, we love to make this vibrant, crisp and creamy salad. The dish just adds the right amount of color and flavor to so many summer meals. It’s easy, low carb, completely gluten free, and so yummy!...

This Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken is so easy… really, it is almost TOO easy. I have hesitated even putting it on here because it is so easy. Lucky for you, I changed my mind because it is so flavorful. And easy. Did I mention that already? I love making it on those days I really just don’t feel like making dinner. Most of the time we will serve this over just plain, cooked white rice, but sometimes I will serve it with cilantro-lime rice....

Hi Bold Bakers! I love Candy Apples. My Mum would make them around Halloween and I remember there being a huge fuss made about staying away while she made the caramel. To be fair she had 5 small children so there was a good chance at least one of us would get under her feet. This candy apples recipe is not your Mammy’s Candy Apples however, they are white chocolate drizzled with “caramel blood....

Who else is singing the Aladdin song right about now? (“How ’bout a little more Baklava?”) Baklava is one of those desserts that is unforgettable once you try it. I first tasted Baklava at a Christmas party years ago and immediately I was hooked.The unique dessert is not chocolatey or fruity, but more nutty and savory. Originally from Turkey, you can now find flaky pastry at most bakeries in the United States....

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our Chicken Paprikash recipe! Picture tender chicken, bathed in a savory and creamy sauce, then generously ladled over a bed of velvety egg noodles. This delectable dish, utilizing both boneless chicken breasts and thighs, can be on your table in just about an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. If you’re looking for a twist to your dinner rotation, then search no more – this Chicken Paprikash recipe is here to satisfy your cravings and bring warmth to your soul....