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Hearty Asian Noodle Soup Recipe

Asian noodle soup is great year-round, but particularly welcomed in winter and the chilly nights of spring and fall. I like my soup with noodles, a palette of colorful vegetables and a touch of protein. You can use left over vegetables and meat to prepare your soups, so the possibilities are endless. If you are working with Ramen noodles, you can make a healthier soup by making your own soup base and adding fresh vegetables. If you are using tofu instead of meat, cut it in cubes or as desired and stir-fry it on a skillet with vegetable oil, adding…

Easy herb rubbed roasted chicken

Easy herb rubbed roasted chicken 1 whole chicken1 teaspoon each of flaked or ground oregano (basil and parsley)1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper2 teaspoons of salt Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.Wash/clean chicken and start by rubbing on the salt with your clean-gloved hands. For this recipe I prefer ground salt due to the roasting time.Mix the herbs and pepper in a small bowl.With a handful of herbs, rub the chicken getting to all parts of it, including under the wings and the thighs.Turn the chicken over and repeat the rub.Place the chicken on a rack and baking sheet with…

Fish with ginger and soy sauce

My mother in law has been making Chinese soy sauce fish for us using different fish and I just love it every single time. I couldn't believe it was so simple to make. See easy print recipe below the pictures. Tip: do not use defrosted fish for this dish, as it may not hold together while being fried/simmered. Chinese Soy Sauce Fish 2 fresh (gutted, scaled and dried whole fish, cut in half. We have used trout and red snapper very successfully. Any big fish will do, i.e. halibut or sea bass. A 1 lb. fish serves two. If…

Moro de guandules (pigeon pea rice)

This moro de guandules (pigeon pea rice) recipe is for the traditional stove top Dominican moro. I also have a rice-cooker version of this recipe. Easy print recipe below. Definition of moro in Dominican cooking: any combination of rice and legumes cooked in the same dish. Popular types of moro are black bean moro, pigeon pea moro and red bean moro. Pigeon peas are one of my favorite legumes and since they are not as widely produced as other types of beans, it is always a treat to have them. In the U.S., I have only been able to get…

Homemade season-all recipe

This homemade season all recipe will be your new best friend when cooking. Use it to season meats, beans, soups and rice dishes. Keep it handy and it will help you avoid using bouillon and adobo with MSG and preservatives.You will need: One big red onion, chopped Two bulbs of garlic, peeled Two bunches of cilantro, washed and chopped One bunch of celery, chopped Two big bell peppers, three Cubanelle peppers or three ajies gustosos from a Latin market, chopped Oregano, basil and parsley, half a bunch of each if fresh (chopped), two tablespoons of each if dry A quarter cup…

All natural, homemade cold remedies

So, you caught a cold and would rather not take meds. Good for you! But, when you start feeling miserable you would likely wish you had that cold med for relief. Not to worry. Here are three all natural, homemade cold remedies that can help battle your cold. Here they are, directly from my grandmother's kitchen. Please see medical disclaimer at the end of this post. You will want to start with a hot cup of tea. There is plenty of tea for sale at the supermarket, but if you do not get the all-natural brands, you might be sipping…

Cooking the perfect turkey. Third time’s a charm!

This is the third year I try cooking the perfect turkey. I finally found a recipe that does the trick. Today's bird came out juicy and flavorful! I was a proud host. I used vinegar instead of lemon juice and oregano instead of rosemary and still came out great. I also used whole garlic cloves in the stuffing and seasoned the turkey the night before. Both the bird and the fridge had a wonderful herbal fragrance. Enjoy your holidays! Cooking the perfect turkey. See more Food bites.

Tomato egg scramble recipe

This tomato egg scramble includes onions and your choice of herbs. Serve with fruit for a starch-free breakfast, or add your favorite side for a quick lunch or dinner. Next to cilantro, tomatoes are God's gift to cooking. Tomatoes will add color, flavor and tenderness to your meat dishes, as well as fluffiness to your eggs. This recipe is low in carbohydrates and great for anyone dieting or looking for a starch-free breakfast. Herbs are in this recipe for color and flavor balance. Choose among parsley, cilantro or chives... or add them all. I find that parsley gives the eggs…