Chocolate Walnut Bars

These aren’t difficult to make, but they look fancy because they have three distinct layers. A shortbread crust is topped by a chocolate layer, which is then topped with a thin walnut layer. The bars freeze well, and they’ll keep Read More …

Classic Minestrone Soup

Minestrone is an Italian soup that simply means “dish up.” Typically it is made with fresh vegetables, tomatoes and can have beans, pasta and rice in it. It can contain meat or meat broths or be strickly vegetarian. Minestrone is Read More …

How to make Perfect Coffee with French Press at home!

A French Press is one of the best methods for brewing your daily cup of coffee. It is simple, elegant and produces a rich and flavorful brew. While making French Press Coffee is not as easy as simply “adding water Read More …

Zalivnoye

New Year’s Eve is just around the corner, so it is time to start thinking about the all-important zakuska table. Zakuska is the Russian version of hors d’oevres, but being Russian, it’s bigger, brawnier, and way more ambitious. And no Read More …

How To Make Perfect Bacon in the Oven

Bacon is one of life’s great pleasures. Crispy, salty, and hot, it complements eggs and hash browns, sandwiches and desserts. But anyone who’s been served a lump of greasy, soggy bacon knows how important it is to cook it to Read More …

Chialingo’s Restaurant Fried Cheese with Epazote and Tomatillo Sauce (Queso Frito con Salsa de Epazote y Tomate Verde)

This recipe is a house specialty at Chialingo’s restaurant in Cholula. It makes a good appetizer for a Mexican dinner, or could be served with a salad as a light lunch or supper. Epazote goes particularly well with cheese dishes Read More …