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Preparation of Alfredo Sauce

May 2, 2025 smitsa 0

Alfredo sauce is a rich, creamy white sauce that originated in Italy but became especially popular in American-Italian cuisine. It’s typically served with pasta—most famously […]

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Quesadillas

April 29, 2025 smitsa 0

Quesadillas are a beloved dish in Mexican cuisine, and they’ve become popular worldwide in various forms. At their core, quesadillas are tortillas filled with cheese, […]

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Carne Asada

April 29, 2025 smitsa 0

Carne asada is a Mexican dish consisting of chargrilled and sliced beef, usually marinated and cooked over high heat to achieve a charred exterior and […]

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A Chilled Cheese Dip

April 28, 2025 smitsa 0

Designing a chilled cheese dip (rather than a typical hot, melty one) means thinking differently — the texture, flavor intensity, and temperature all change when […]

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Making Ajvar

April 28, 2025 smitsa 0

Ajvar is a Balkan roasted red pepper and eggplant spread — originally from countries like Serbia, Macedonia, and Croatia. If you’ve ever enjoyed Dubrovnik and […]

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Making Green Enchilada Sauce

April 16, 2025 smitsa 0

Here is a recipe to make a ‘from-scratch’ green enchilada sauce recipe using green chile peppers, jalapeños, and green tomatoes. It’s zesty, slightly spicy, and […]

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Kefir Ranch Dressing

April 11, 2025 smitsa 0

Here’s a tangy, creamy, probiotic-rich Kefir Ranch Dressing that’s super easy to whip up. It’s lighter than traditional ranch but still full of sharp flavour—and […]

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Cooking with Venison

February 20, 2025 Heydass 1

Venison, I believe is one of the richest and finest meats that can be cooked. It serves as a superb centre piece for many great […]

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The Story Of Bún Chả

January 8, 2025 smitsa 0

Bún chả is a beloved Vietnamese dish that originated in Hanoi, the country’s capital. It is believed to date back to the early 20th century […]

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The History of Gỏi Cuốn

January 8, 2025 smitsa 0

Gỏi cuốn, also known as Vietnamese spring rolls or fresh rolls, has its roots in Vietnamese cuisine and reflects the country’s focus on fresh, healthy, […]

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The Story Of Cơm Tấm

January 8, 2025 smitsa 0

Cơm tấm, meaning “broken rice,” originated in Southern Vietnam, particularly in Saigon (modern-day Ho Chi Minh City). Historically, it was a dish for the working […]

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The Story Of Banh Mi

January 8, 2025 smitsa 0

The history of bánh mì is deeply rooted in Vietnam’s colonial past and showcases a fascinating blend of cultural influences, particularly from France and Vietnam. […]

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Oysters Rockefeller

December 30, 2024 smitsa 0

Oysters Rockefeller is a classic American dish that originated in New Orleans, Louisiana, at the infamous Antoine’s Restaurant in 1899. The dish was created by […]

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Chocolate Yule Log

December 12, 2024 smitsa 0

Ingredients: For the cake 3 eggs 85g golden caster sugar 85g plain flour (minus 2 tbsp) 2 tbsp cocoa powder ½ tsp baking powder For the filling & icing […]

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Making A Snowcake

December 12, 2024 smitsa 0

Serves 10 slices Ingredients Gingerbread Sponge: 150g (5.3 oz) plain flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp ground ginger 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp […]

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All Things Prawn

December 11, 2024 smitsa 0

A series of three recipes for using king prawns. As we say this is for ‘all things prawn’. (1) King Prawns with Coconut Crumb (10 […]