Leah Rodrigues
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Classic New England Crab Cakes
1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup finely chopped celery 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 pound lump crab meat 1/3 cup fine dry bread crumbs 1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce a few drops hot sauce 2 tablespoons minced parsley → Read More
Food Blog of the Day
These Baked Buttermilk French Beignets are soft little pillows. Baked not fried! Super easy to make... When it's cold outside almost always turn to making a gigantic pot of soup. There is something... Low-Carb Jambalaya with Chicken, Shrimp and Sausage is a healthful twist on the New Orleans classic... It’s amazing how simple this Garlic Lime Chicken recipe is. Seriously, you wouldn’t think a… → Read More
Drink Blog of the Day
Horchata is a traditional drink in Mexico, which is made out of white rice, cinnamon, and milk. It... This chunky monkey shake is a classic chocolate smoothie staple! Healthy, indulgent and delicious... A warm drink, thick, and full of the flavors of our beloved spices. It warms the soul and satisfy... A classic Canadian brunch cocktail made with vodka, Clamato juice and spices You should… → Read More
Mexican Grilled Corn
Brush the corn with melted butte. Grill the corn until hot and lightly charred all over, 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the temperature of the grill. In a bowl, mix the cilantro, garlic, chile powder, salt, mayonnaise, and lime juice. Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the corn, and sprinkle with cotija cheese. → Read More
Vietnamese Banh Mi
Mix all marinade ingredients (except for pork) in a plastic bag. Let all ingredients dissolve in oil, then add slices of pork. Allow pork to marinade for at least 1 hour. Heat pan on medium heat, lay slices of pork, one layer at a time. When one side is cooked, flip to other side to finish cooking. Let the meat rest for 10 minutes and then slice into strips Assemble pork in your sandwich → Read More
Mango Frozen Yogurt
Line a colander or a sieve with a cheese cloth or something similar. Add the yogurt to the lined sieve/colander. Now put the sieve into a bowl and cover it with a plate. Place in the refrigerator for several hours. I let it sit in the fridge for about 3 hours. Puree the pulp of the 2 mangoes in a blender or food processor. Add the strained yogurt and the milk to the mango. Mix well. Add honey to… → Read More
Mini Meatloaf Sliders for Father's Day
If your Dad is a meat and potatoes kind of guy then he is going to fall in love with these mini meatloaf sliders. This classic American recipe is transformed into a hand held meal that can be enjoyed throughout the summer. Mini meatloaf pattie → Read More
How to Make a Finding Dory Layer Cake
In celebration for the premier of Finding Dory (the sequel to Finding Nemo) tomorrow, we wanted to share this awesome layer cake tutorial featured on Nerdy Nummies. This themed cake is as easy as it gets. Besides the baking basics, all you rea → Read More
Grilled Watermelon Pizza and Other Grilled Fruit Recipes
Grilled fruit is an easy outdoor dessert that everyone will love. These simple recipes highlight the fruit's flavor and pair them with complimentary ingredients to make it truly shine. The heat from the grill caramelizes the natural sugars → Read More
All Natural Nutella Inspired Fudge Pops
All natural Nutella inspired fudge pops are a healthier way to enjoy this favorite childhood treat. Raw ingredients are poured into a food processor and blended until smooth and poured into molds. Since these frozen fudge pops are dairy-free, → Read More
Frozen Lime and Pomegranate Pops
Lime and pomegranate ice pops are an easy summer treat that the whole family will love. These pops take about 2 minutes to assemble but then you have to be patient while they freeze. To get the striped effect, it is important t → Read More
Celebrity Chefs Release 360 Videos of Restaurant Kitchens on Facebook
Celebrity chefs like Wolgang Puck and Gordon Ramsy have partnered with Facebook to release exclusive 360 footage of their restaurant kitchens. Immersive entertainment studio, Surreal TV, has utilized video imaging technology to create an innovative → Read More
Gluten-Free Chocolate Doughnuts
A doughnut pan can be your best fried when trying gluten-free recipes. These chocolate cake doughnuts with vanilla icing from Chronicles of Passion are the perfect example of how gluten-free baking can be made easy with the right tools. When p → Read More
Tropical Quinoa Salad with Mango, Avocado and Black Beans
This tropical take on quinoa salad is the perfect salad to take with you on the go. Whether you are planning a picnic in the park or brown bagging your lunch, this salad can be made in advance and stored in the fridge until you are ready to eat. &nb → Read More
Southern Inspired Vegan Fried "Chicken"
Vegan buttermilk fried "chicken" is a meat-free version of this classic Southern dish. Tofu breasts are dipped into a thickened mustard mixture (similar to a beaten egg) before being breaded and fried. Mock meat can be a controversia → Read More
Southern Comfort: Irresistible Vegan Mac n' Cheese
Vegan mac n' cheese is a delicious way to enjoy this classic comfort food without using any animal products. The key to this recipe is the cauliflower sauce. In recent years, cauliflower has been re-purposed to make pizza dough, rice and b → Read More
Summertime Gluten-Free Pizza with Pesto and Ricotta
Whether you are going gluten-free by choice or for health reasons, there are so many great recipes out there that will help you forget about that pesky protein. Pizza is one of the foods I can't live without. Truth be told, I prefer thin c → Read More
Gluten-Free Quinoa, Kale and Berry Salad
Gluten-free quinoa, kale and berry salad is a guilt-free summer meal you can devour all season long. Not only is this salad easy to put together but it's beautiful to boot. A bed of baby kale is topped with quinoa, feta cheese and toasted → Read More
Red, White and Blue Fruit Salad and Other Festive Memorial Day Foods
Memorial Day marks the transition from cooking on the stovetop to preparing foods outside. This weekend, dust off your grill and craft a menu suitable for outdoor dining. In my opinion, the dessert is just as important as the main course that → Read More
Sparkling Firecracker Cake for Memorial Day
This red, white and blue firecracker cake is a Memorial Day dessert that even the most novice baker can prepare. The recipe calls for boxed caked mix so all you have to do is gather the ingredients required on the box, food coloring, and vanilla fro → Read More