Despite it’s elegant reputation, classic tiramisu is surprisingly simple to make at home — no baking required. This recipe is the same one I’ve been serving to friends and family for over a decade, so trust me when I say this has survived dozens of tests and received raved reviews by all. Note that it needs to chill for 8 hours (or overnight) before serving. It’s worth your time and patience, I promise. With layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, zabaglione (a creamy mascarpone custard), homemade whipped cream, and a generous dusting…
Continue ReadingEspresso Crème Anglaise (Coffee Dessert Sauce)
Espresso Crème Anglaise is a luxuriously creamy custard infused with the bold, flavor of espresso. It’s a dessert sauce that’s not overly sweet, allowing the rich coffee flavor to shine through. The texture is smooth and velvety, coating your tongue with a delightful warmth that lingers like a fine espresso. Surprisingly, creme anglaise is surprisingly easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for impressing guests or indulging in a personal treat. Give it a try with my flaky croissant bread pudding or over a decadent flourless chocolate cake! I…
Continue ReadingBraised Beef Chuck Roast (Fall-Apart Tender, For Tacos, Sandwiches, & More!)
This braised beef chuck roast recipe is so easy and undeniably delicious that I made it 3x in two weeks when I first tested it! The beef is seasoned simply with kosher salt and black pepper, and—the best part!—the oven does all the heavy lifting. It cooks low and slow for about 4 hours until fall apart tender and there’s no searing required; high heat at the end yields ultra-crispy bits, making searing unnecessary. As far as foolproof, restaurant-worthy beef recipes, this is, without a doubt, the one friends and…
Continue Reading25-Minute Pan-Seared Swordfish with Lemon Caper Sauce
It doesn’t get easier or more delicious than Pan-Seared Swordfish with a bright, acidic lemon caper sauce. The swordfish steaks cook quickly on a stovetop (about 4-5 minutes per side), and then you make a simple pan sauce as they rest. It’s a foolproof restaurant-worthy seafood recipe you’ll crave on repeat. Pan-searing is one of the best methods for cooking swordfish steaks, as it quickly sears the exterior, locking in the juices and creating a flavorful crust, while the interior remains moist and tender. If you love swordfish as much…
Continue ReadingSkirt Steak Rice Bowls with Chimichurri Sauce
Crazy Flavorful Steak with Herby Vinegar Sauce When you want an easy, flavorful weeknight dinner, look no further than these skirt steak rice bowls with chimichurri sauce. After dozens of tests (it was arduous, truly 🤣), I’ve found that my personal favorite cut of beef for rice bowls (both for ease of cooking and flavor) is skirt steak. While many other cuts will work, thinner varieties like skirt or flank steak cook quickly, pan-searing in just 10 minutes. Can’t beat that on busy weeknights! The combination of pan-seared steak, homemade…
Continue ReadingRich, Flavorful Homemade Chicken Broth
If simple, budget-friendly pantry staples are what you’re after, this Homemade Chicken Broth Recipe is just what you need! A small roaster chicken is combined with fresh veggies, herbs, and spices to create a nutrient-rich, flavor-loaded homemade chicken broth that’s better than anything you’ll find in the store. Simmered long and slow, it’s the perfect start to cozy chicken noodle soup and can be used as a base for all your favorite comfort foods. If you’ve never learned how to make chicken broth at home, this is the perfect recipe…
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