This Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf is one of my all-time favorite ways to enjoy fresh citrus. Packed with lemon flavor and flecked with crunchy poppy seeds, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. The light and fluffy crumb is perfectly complemented by a simple lemon glaze that adds a touch of sweetness and extra citrus punch. Why I love this recipe: While I absolutely adore lemon poppyseed muffins, this lemon loaf takes the cake for delicious citrus sweets! You can check out more of my easy dessert recipes,…
Continue ReadingElote-Style Grilled Corn with Cotija
Fresh seasonal summer corn gets the ultimate glow-up in my Grilled Corn with Cotija! This is ideal for summer cookouts where people are willing to get their hands a little dirty. It’s similar to eloté — a popular Mexican street food featuring grilled corn on the cob slathered with mayonnaise, cotija, chili powder, and lime juice — a dish that is loved by all. This recipe takes it up a notch by charring the husks for smoky depth, then finishing the cobs with homemade cilantro lime crema, salty cotija cheese,…
Continue ReadingCrispy Rice Paper Roll-Ups with Salmon
I am on a serious rice paper kick, and these Crispy Rice Paper Roll-Ups are my current obsession! They’ve got a spicy salmon filling, thin slices of jalapeño for an extra kick, and can be baked or air-fried. I like to serve them with green onions, sesame seeds, and a tangy dipping sauce. Feel free to get creative with the filling — you can switch out the salmon for tuna, scallops, kani sticks (imitation crab), or load it up with shredded veggies. Either way, these make a great appetizer or…
Continue ReadingMiso Soup with Mushrooms
Miso soup, a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine, is a celebration of umami, the savory “fifth taste.” While traditionally the soup tends to be left simple, I really love the addition of earthy mushrooms. Alongside miso paste, which adds a salty, savory depth, the mushrooms are the star of the show. Be sure to add a few garnishes like toasted sesame seeds and micro greens or scallions if you are a texture fanatic like me! Tofu is delicate in nature, so I find I really crave a little crunch and textural…
Continue ReadingDense & Fudgy Flourless Chocolate Cake
Meredith’s Favorite Chocolate Cake! (And For Good Reason) This Flourless Chocolate Cake is my sister-in-law’s favorite! It’s much thinner than my ultra rich, almost mousse-like flourless chocolate cake (it has a crinkly top from the cake collapsing as it cools, and is much thicker than this cake). But there’s a time and a place for everything, and with this version you get crisp edges and an even layer of fudgy chocolate in every bite. Why I love this cake It’s got a deep, rich chocolate flavor with a hint of…
Continue ReadingCrispy Beer Battered Cod with Malt Vinegar
My homemade Beer Battered Cod is earth shatteringly crispy, yet has a light texture thanks to a mix of more traditional all-purpose flour with rice flour. The beauty of beer-battered fish lies in its delightful textural contrast. The fish boasts a delicate, flaky interior that melts in your mouth, while the batter yields a satisfying crunch with a hint of yeasty sweetness from the beer. Each bite is a perfect balance of textures and flavors, begging for a dunk in your favorite dipping sauce. For me, that’s homemade tartar sauce!…
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