Great Tasting Sauteed Cabbage with Shrimp

ingredients

1 small head of white cabbage, including outer green (2 1/2 lbs)

1 tbsp olive oil

1 lb medium sized shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/4 c thinly sliced carrots (like matchstick)

1/4 c chopped celery

1 onion thinly sliced

1/4 c chicken broth or shrimp paste (see note)

directions

• cut the cabbage in half. slice it thinly around the core. discard the core.
• in a heavy bottomed pot, saute onion with olive oil over medium high heat. add celery and cook for 5 minutes. stir in the shrimp. cook shrimp until dark pink.
• add cabbage, carrots and the broth or shrimp paste
• bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes
• remove from the pot and serve hot.

NOTE:

it may appear yucky...but you can buy the shrimps with heads. put shrimps heads in a mortal and pestle. pound heads until very smooth. add a tbsp of water and squeeze to get the juice. use the juice as seasoning.

Rock-A-Bye-Baby-Rack-A-Sweet-Lamb

ingredients

2 racks of lamb, scrape most of the fats but leave an inch on the meat

2 tbsp rosemary, minced

salt and pepper

1 tbsp paprika

5 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp white vinegar

a bunch of asparagus, grilled

5 pcs of carrots, grilled

2 pcs red skinned tomatoes, quartered and roasted

directions

• pre heat oven to 450 degrees
• in a food processor mince garlic, rosemary and vinegar
• coat the lamb with vinegar mixture and drizzle with paprika
• roast lamb for 20 minutes for rare and 25 minutes for medium rare
• rest for 15 minutes before cutting into individual ribs and serve.
• garnish with grilled asparagus, carrots and red skinned potatoes

The Finest Baked Ham with Pineapple and Cherries

ingredients

1 fully cooked smoked ham (14-16 lbs)

6 garlic, peeled

1 c light brown sugar

zest of one lemon

1/2 c pineapple juice

1 c pineapple chunks

1 small can of cherries drained

directions

• pre heat oven to 350 degrees
• in a food processor mince the garlic. add sugar, zest and pineapple juice. process until smooth.
• pour the glaze over the ham and bake for one hour or until the glaze is well browned
• garnish with pineapple chunks and cherries.

Delectable Noodle Kugel

ingredients

1 lb any curly egg noodles

6 large eggs

4 c half and half

1/4 c brown sugar

2 tsp vanilla essence

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp nutmeg

1 c ricotta cheese

1 c golden raisins

1 c regular raisins

1 c crushed pineapple, drained

salt and pepper

directions

• cook noodle according to package direction. drain and set aside
• pre heat oven to 350 degrees
• in a large bowl whisk eggs, half and half, sugar, vanilla, salt and pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg.
• stir in ricotta, raisins and pineapple. add the noodles and gently blend all ingredients
• pour the noodle mixture into baking dish. place the baking dish into a larger pan with hot water to come halfway up the sides.
• cover with foil. bake for 45 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 45 minutes.
• serve warm.

Teeny Weeny Spaghetti With Clams

ingredients

1 pack spaghetti, cook according to package direction

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp butter

2 shallots finely chopped

4 garlic cloves crushed

2 1/2 lbs clams, scrubbed clean

1/2 c chicken broth

1/2 c fresh parsley

salt and pepper

grated zest of one lemon

directions

• in a large pot, saute garlic with oil and butter.
• cook until garlic is golden brown. keep an eye so not to burn.
• add shallots and cook until transluscent.
• pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil
• immediately add the clams and cover. cook for 6 minutes or until all clams are opened.
• add the cooked spaghetti. mix well with clams.
• remove from heat.
• sprinkle with parsley and lemon zest.

The Best in the West Roasted Potatoes

ingredients

3 lbs red or white skinned potatoes or a mixture

1/4 c olive oil

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp pepper

10 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

directions

• preheat oven to 450 degrees
• cut the potatoes in quarters
• in a large bowl, combine oil, salt and pepper and garlic
• toss the potatoes until well-coated
• arrange potatoes in a baking sheet and roast in the oven for one hour or until golden brown and crisp
• remove the potatoes from the oven and sprinkle with parsley.

The Fabolous Sauteed Asparagus

ingredients

2 lbs asparagus, trimmed and slice into 2 inch piece

2 tbsp melted butter

1/2 tsp olive oil

1/2 c parmesan cheese

15 pcs cherry tomatoes, halved

1 large yellow onion, slice thinly

salt and pepper

1.2 tsp red pepper flakes

directions

in a large saute pan, heat butter and olive oil

add onions and saute until soft. add asparagus, and tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes.

add salt, pepper, pepper flakes of desired taste.

if very dry, add 2 tbsp water or chicken broth

sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

serve hot.

The Outrageous Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

ingredients

1/4 c seasoned bread crumbs

2 large eggs lightly beaten

2 tbsp whole milk or half and half

3/4 c grated parmesan or romano cheese

salt and pepper

1 lb ground turkey dark meat

2 c marinara sauce

directions

• pre-heat oven to 400 degress
• combine together in a bowl, bread crumbs, eggs, milk and cheese
• season turkey with salt and pepper. go slow on salt
• gently add the turkey to the egg mixture
• shape the meat mixture into bite sized balls
• if it is too dry add more milk
• arrange meat balls in a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown
• meanwhile, heat the marinara sauce in a pot. add the baked meatballs and simmer until the flavor blend about 10 minutes
• can be served with your favorite pasta or can be served as appetizer.

Hasta La Vista, Pasta Primavera Y Primera Clase

ingredients

1 lb pasta (penne, bow-tie or vegetable pasta)

2/3 c of the following vegetables, thinly cut into 2 inch long strip:

-carrots, zucchini, and yellow summer squash

1 yellow onion thinly sliced

1/4 c olive oil

1 tbsp dried italian herbs

salt and pepper

15 cherry tomatoes, halved

3/4 c parmesan cheese

1/4 c white vinegar

directions

• cook pasta according to package direction.
• in a food processor, blend vinegar, oil, dried italian herbs, salt and pepper.
• pulse until well-mixed
• meanwhile, in a large salad bowl, combine all vegetables, tomatoes and pasta.
• pour and blend well the vinegar mixture
• you can add more vinegar depending on your taste
• sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve.

Really Good Crustless Quiche (Courtesy of Stephanie Rejtig)

ingredients

1 1/2 lb fresh spinach

1 1/2 lb cheddar cheese shredded
take 1/2 for the toppings

1 c parmesan cheese shredded

6 eggs

3/4 c heavy cream

salt and pepper

directions

• boil spinach until wilted. drain.
• add other ingredients
• pour into greased pan
• bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees
• take out and add cheese on top
• bake again until cheese melts.

The Toasty Fried Calamari

ingredients

3 c vegetable oil

2 c panko bread crumbs

2 tbsp dried parsley

1 lb clean squid, cut into rings

1 tsp hot chili sauce

2 eggs slightly beaten

2 lemons, cut into wedges

salt and pepper

1 c ketsup or marinara sauce

directions

• in a large heavy frying pan, pour vegetable oil and heat over medium high
• meanwhile, mix together in a bowl, eggs and hot chili sauce
• in a separate bowl, mix panko bread crumbs and parsley.
• season squid with salt and pepper
• working in batches, toss the squid into egg mixture and then into the flour mixture
• to coat generously
• slowly add the squid to the oil and fry until crisp.
• transfer the fried squid to a paper towel lined plate to drain
• serve with ketsup or marinara sauce.

Edith's Dynamite Egg Salad

ingredients

1 doz organic cage free large sized eggs

2 tbsp regular mayonnaise

1 tbsp chopped dill

1 tbsp chopped scallion

directions

• in a large boiling pot, with a tight fitting lid, place eggs and cover eggs with water by 1 inch
• bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes. no more no less.
• cool the eggs under cold running water
• peel the eggs and use cheese grater to mash the eggs
• in a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, dill and scallion. add eggs to mayonnaise mixture and gently mix them together.
• season with salt and pepper
• use in sandwiches and salad, or just eat it plain.

The Fantastic Sweet Potato Chips

ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes

1/2 c olive oil, divided

1 tsp light brown sugar

1 tbsp minced garlic

salt and pepper to taste

directions

• clean potatoes and cut into rings
• in a small bowl pour in 1/4 c oil and garlic,
• put in potatoes and coat.
• add salt and pepper
• set aside and let it rest for 15 minutes
• meanwhile, in a medium frying pan, pour on the remaining olive oil
• scoop out potatoes from the bowl and sprinkle sugar
• fry potatoes in batches until golden brown.yum-o

The Unbelievable Chicken with Asparagus and Sun Dried Tomatoes

ingredients

1 lb boneless chicken breast, sliced

1 tsp minced garlic

1 med onion sliced

1 large vine tomatoes

1/2 c sun dried tomatoes, sliced

1/2 c chicken broth

1/4 c fresh basil leaves chopped

1/2 lemon, juiced

2 tbsp olive oil

salt and pepper

directions

• season chicken with salt and pepper
• in a medium saucepan, brown chicken with olive oil about five minutes each side
• scoop out chicken from the pan and set aside
• on the same pan, saute garlic and onion until soft.
• add tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes
• add sun dried tomatoes, chicken, asparagus and chicken broth
• simmer for 10 minutes or until asparagus is cooked
• turn off heat and add basil leaves
• arrange in a dish. just before serving squeeze in lemon juiceserve with rice or pasta.

The Fantastic Mac and Cheese

ingredients

1 1/4 c uncooked elbow macaroni

1 1/2 whole milk

3 tbsp flour

2 c sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1/4 c sharp cheddar cheese (for toppings) shredded

2 tbsp butter

1 tbsp oil

1/4 tsp nutmeg

a pinch of cayenne

1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

directions

• cook pasta according to package directions. drain.
• combine oil, butter and flour in a medium saucepan, and with a very low heat, stir with a whisk. add cayenne. cook for about 3 minutes stirring constantly.
• add milk, cheese, salt and pepper. stir constantly until smooth.
• add pasta. toss to coat.
• put pasta in a baking dish and put on top 1/4 c shredded cheddar cheese.
• bake in a pre heated oven 350 degrees for about 5 minutes or until the cheese melts.

The Ultimate Yummy Creamy Flan De Queso (Cheese Flan)

ingredients

2 c sugar, divided

1 (8oz) cream cheese room temp

1/4 tsp salt

1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk

1 can (14 oz) condensed milk

6 eggs

1 tsp vanilla essence

directions

• in a round 9"x3 1/2" mold make caramel by placing 1 c sugar and melting it over medium high heat.
• blend cream cheese, sugar, evap and condensed milk, eggs,vanilla and salt in a food processesor until smooth.
• to eliminate bubbles, let it sit in the fridge (covered with a plastic wrap) for about an hour.
• then put it in the mold with caramel and bake in baine marie in the oven at 350 degrees for an hour.
• run a knife around flan to loosen, then invert onto plate.

Spare Ribs Galore!

ingredients

2 lbs pork spare ribs

2 tbsp dark soy sauce

3 tbsp hoisin sauce

1 tbsp rice wine vinegar

2 tsp brown sugar

2 gloves garlic, crushed

1 tsp cayenne

3 bay leaves

directions

• combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, vinegar, sugar, garlic, cayenne and bay leaves.
• use this to marinade ribs for one hour in the fridge
• after an hour, place ribs in a pre heated 350 degrees F oven for 20 minutes.
• remove.
• slather ribs with BBQ sauce (directions to follow) wrap in foil and return to oven to bake for 1 1/2 hours.

the delectable BBQ sauce

ingredients

1 1/2 c apple cider vinegar

1-2 tsp worcestershire sauce

1 tsp salt

2 lemons, juiced

1 tsp pepper

2 tbsp chili powder

4 tbsp butter

• bring all ingredients to a boil.
• stir to avoid sticking.
• simmer for 20 minutes.
• pour over spare ribs.

The Fiery Asian Shrimp with Tofu and Asparagus (Recipe Inspired by Chef David Bonom)

ingredients

1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 (14 oz) pack of tofu, drained and cut into 1/2 inch cubes

1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces

2 cups thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms

1 c chopped onion

1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

1 tbsp garlic, minced

1/3 c low sodium soy sauce

2 tsp brown sugar

1 tsp hot chili sauce

1 tbsp olive oil

directions

• heat 1tsp oil and cook tofu for about 3 minutes until lightly browned. set aside.
• heat another 1 tsp of oil and cook shrimp until pink in color.
• add mushrooms, onion ginger and garlic.
• cook 2 minutes or until mushrooms are tender stirring frequently.
• add asparagus, cook for 4 minutes or until crisp tender.
• add soy sauce, sugar and chili sauce. stir well.
• add tofu and cook for one minute.
• serve with steamed rice, rice noodles or linguine.

The Fantastic Bok Choy with Sesame-Ginger Sauce

ingredients

3 baby bok choy, halved and tough parts removed from stem

2tbsp olive oil

for sauce

2 tbsp rice wine vinegar

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp chicken broth

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper

1 garlic clove, minced

directions

• combine all sauce ingredients, stirring well with a whisk. set aside
• meanwhile, heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet.
• saute bok choy for about 3 minutes.
• remove from heat and pour in sesame-ginger sauce.serve immediately.

Holy Guacamole Salsa

ingredients

1 c diced guacamole

1 c chopped tomatoes

3 tbsp diced red onion

3 tbsp chopped cilantro

2 tbsp lime juice

1/4 tsp minced garlic

1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper

1/8 tsp ground red pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

directions

• combine guacamole, tomatoes and onion in a medium bowl.
• stir in cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper and ground red pepper tossing to combine.
• drizzle with olive oil.chill and serve.

The Flavory Garlicky Broccoli

ingredients

1 lb broccoli

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp minced garlic

salt and pepper

1/4 tsp crashed red pepper

1/2 c chicken broth

1 tbsp lemon juice

directions

• saute garlic in a large skillet until golden brown.
• add salt, red pepper and broccoli
• saute for 2 minutes
• add chicken broth and lemon juice.
• cover, simmer for 10 minutes or until tender.

Pinoy Style Leche Flan

Ingredients

Caramel

1 c sugar

2 tbsp water

1/4 tsp lemon juice

Custard

12 egg yolks

2 cans evap and condensed milk

1 tbsp vanilla

1 tsp lemon zest

1/4 tsp cinnamon

Directions

• pre heat oven to 325 degrees
• caramelize in medium heat sugar and water, stirring occasionally until sugar is dissolved.
• swirl pan for even cooking. stop cooking when liquid turn golden. immediately pour the syrup into flan molds covering bottom and sides.
• meanwhile, combine all custard ingredients.
• stir lightly to prevent bubbles or foam forming.
• strain slowly while pouring into caramel lined flan mould
• cover moulds with foil.
• put molds into a bigger tray filled with water, half of the moulds.
• bake for about 1 hour.
• to loosen flan, slide knife around mold.
• place serving dish on mold and invert.
• cool in the fridge for 2 hours before serving.

Incredibly Super Awesome Pork Roast Loin

ingredients

4lbs boneless pork loin roast

1/4 c chopped sage leaves

1/4 c chopped thyme leaves

1/2 c olive oil

3 tbsp all purpose flour

1/2 c apple cider vinegar

1 c chicken broth

salt and pepper

directions

• pre heat oven to 325 degrees F
• place the pork roast in a roasting pan
• in a bowl, combine sage leaves, thyme leaves and olive oil. rub the pork with oil mixture and season with generous amount of salt and pepper
• bake uncovered approximately 3 hrs or until internal temp is 150 degrees or depending on your desired doneness
• remove the pork roast and rest for 10 min before cutting.
• meanwhile, pour out the excess fat from the roasting pan and put it on the stove over medium high heat.
• sprinkle flur into the hot pan juices, stirring constantly until light brown.
• add cider and continue stirring.
• pour in the chicken broth, boil and stir until sauce is thick.
• pour sauce into the pork roast and serve.

Edith's Famous Pot Roast

ingredients

3-4 lbs boneless chuck roast

2tbsp worcestershire sauce

2tbsp cornstarch

1 c thinly sliced onion wedges

3 tbsp olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

salt and pepper

2 bay leaves

1/4 c red wine

1 c cream of mushroom soup

3/4 c beef broth

8 medium carrots cut into thirds

directions

• preheat oven to 350 degrees F
• rub roast with salt and pepper and sprinkle with cornstarch
• heat oil in an ovenproof pot and brown roast searing it on both side until roast is golden brown. remove roast from the pot. in the same pot mix onions, garlic and carrots. put on top the roast.
• combine mushroom soup, wine, worcestershire sauce, and beef broth into a bowl and pour over the roast
• cover the pot with its lid and bake for 3-4 hours or until tender.
• remove and discard bay leaves
• transfer roast to a cutting board and slice thinly against the grain. cook's note: if gravy is not thick enough...remove meat in the pot...bring the gravy into a boil and thicken it by adding 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1/4 c beef broth.

Amazingly Delicious Chicken Ala King

ingredients

2 1/2 quick cooked chicken breast diced

1/3 c heavy cream

1 c fat free milk

2 tbsp all purpose flour

1 shallot chopped

1 c sliced button mushrooms, thinly sliced

1 c frozen peas

1/2 c red bell pepper chopped

1 tsp chopped parsley leaves

1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp butter

directions

• saute shallot in butter in medium saucepan.
• add heavy cream, flour and milk.
• bring to a boil stirring constantly.
• reduce heat and cook until thickenedstir in mushrooms, peas, bell pepper and chicken.
• cook until veggies are tender about 3 minutes.
• add parsley and lemon juice.
• enjoy!

Simple and Spectacular Waldorf Salad

ingredients

1 cooked chicken breast cut into pieces

2 sticks celery cut into pieces

1 apple quartered and core removed

2 tbsp hellmann mayonnaise

1/2 c walnuts

1/4 c yellow raisins

2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tsp lemon juice

salt and pepper to taste

directions

• place all ingredients in a food processor.
• pulse until roughly chopped.
• serve on a bed of fresh arugula, or lettuce leaves.
• garnish with sliced orange or grapefruit.

Irresistible Roasted Asparagus

ingredients

1lb asparagus, trimmed

3 garlic cloves, minced

juice of half a lemon

salt to taste

1 tsp olive oil

1/2 tsp dried thyme

cooking spray

directions

• preheat oven to 450.
• spread garlic in the baking dish coated with cooking spray.
• arrange asparagus in an even layer over garlic, drizzle with oil.
• sprinkle thyem and salt over asparagus.
• bake for 15 min or until asparagus is crisp tender. enjoy this irresistle healthy dish with any meat dish.

Finest Pineapple Chicken Salad

ingredients

1 lb chopped cooked chicken breast

2 tbsp light cream

1/4 finely chopped green onion

1/3 c sliced almonds toasted

1/4 c chopped celery

1/2 c matchstick-cut carrots

1/3 c light mayonnaise

1 tbsp worcestershire sauce

1/2 tsp garlic powder

salt and pepper to taste

1 (8oz) can crushed pineapple in juice, drained

8 romaine lettuce leaves

directions

• combine all ingredients in a large bowl, stirring well.
• season with salt and pepper.
• serve with pita bread or any toasted bread or simply by itself with a fresh fruit of plate.

Super Saucy Sauteed Snapper

ingredients

6 ounce snapper fillets

3 cups baby spinach leaves

1 tbsp olive oil divided

6 med tomatoes diced

2 tsp minced garlic

1 tsp minced ginger

salt and pepper to taste

1/4 c chicken broth

directions

• season fillet with salt and pepper.
• heat half of the olive oil and cook fish for about 2 minutes on each side over medium high heat. remove fish from pan
• heat remaining oil and saute tomato and garlic for one minute.
• stir in chicken broth.
• simmer for 2 minutes and add spinach.
• cook until spinach wilts.
• return fish to pan.
• spoon tomato mixture over fish and cook until fish flakes easily when tested with fork.enjoy your fillet to the max!

Jerky Perky Grilled Chicken Breast

ingredients

6 skinless boneless chicken breast halves

1/2 c diced yellow onion

2 tbsp cider vinegar

2 tbsp brown sugar

1 tsp dried thyme

1 tsp ground allspice

2 garlic cloves chopped

1 jalapeno chiles with seeds dized

1/2 tsp salt

pam olive oil cooking spray

directions

• prepare grill. spray with cooking spray.
• combine all the ingredients in a food processor and puree.
• spoon mixture into a large Ziploc plastic bag.
• add chicken to bag. sea. marinate in the fridge for 30 min.
• remove chicken grom bag and sprinkle with salt.
• place chicken on a grill rack and grill for 6 minutes on each side or until done.
• serve with mashed potatoes.

Easy as 1-2-3 Pasta Y Pesto

ingredients

1lb any kind of pasta of your choice

1lb medium sized shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 med red bell pepper cut into bite size pieces

leaves from 2 bunch of basil

2tbsp pine nuts

1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 c extra virgin olive oil

1/2 c grated parmigiano-reggiano

1/2 tsp lemon zest and 1 tbsp lemon juice

salt and pepper

directions:

• prepare pasta according to package directions
• in a blender, puree basil, pine nuts, garlic and olive oil
• add cheese, salt and pepper and blend again.
• meanwhile, saute the shirmp and red bell pepper in the skillet until shrimp is bright pink and cooked through.
• add the lemon zest.
• set aside.
• pour the pesto to the pasta.
• add shrimp and bell pepper tossing gently.
• sprinkle on top some lemon juice
• serve immediately.
• yummy yummy on your tummy

Shepherds Yummy Yummy Pie

ingredients

1 lb lean ground chuck beef

1 large yellow onion chopped

1 med carrot, chopped

1 garlic clove minced

1/2 c celery, chopped

1/2 c chicken broth

1 tbsp all purpose flour

1/4 tsp dried thyme and 1/4 tsp dried parsley

2 tbsp tomato paste

3 c mashed potato

2 cups grated cheddar cheese

salt and pepper to taste

directions

• pre heat oven to 450
• saute onion until softened.
• add garlic and beef.
• cook beef until no longer pink
• add thyme, parsley, tomato paste, all veggies, chicken broth and flour
• stir until combined and liquid thickened
• season with salt and pepper
• transfer beef mixture into baking dish.
• spread potatoes over beef. decorate with peaks using forks.
• spread grated cheese
• bake for 20 min or until cheese melted
• serve and enjoy

Mixie Maxie Veggie

The following recipe is one of the oldest Filipino cuisine. I changed it a little bit to make it adapt to the taste of the New Yorkers. This recipe is good for 5 people.

Ingredients

6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

2 ripe vine tomatoes

1 med. yellow onion

2 cloves finely sliced fresh garlic

1 pc green jalapeno pepper (sliced thinly)

2 pcs mashed anchovies

1 c yellow squash cut into cubes

1 c eggplant cut into cubes

10 pcs baby okra

1 c string beans cut into 4cm

1/2 c bitter melon cut into cubes

Directions

• in a large aluminum pot, combine 3 tbsp oil, onion, garlic, tomatoes, 1pc anchovy, ginger and jalapeno
• put on top of this all the veggies followed by the remaining oil and anchovy.
• cover the pot and bring to simmer about 20 minutes.
• remove from fire.
• mix all the ingredients.
• serve hot.

Oh Captain, It's General Tso's Chicken

ingredients
4 tbsp cornstarch

1/2 c chicken broth

4 garlic cloves sliced

1 tbsp minced ginger

3 tbsp light brown sugar

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 lb snow peas trimmed
2 large egg whites
1/4 c chopped scallions
1 lb chicken breast cut into bite sized
2 tbsp olive oil

directions

the sauce:

• combine in a large bowl 1 tbsp cornstarch and chicken broth.
• stir until smooth.
• add garlic, ginger, sugar, soy sauce and red pepper flakes.
• mix until smooth.
• set aside
• in another bowl, whisk egg whites, the remaining 3 tbsp cornstarch, pinch of salt and pepper. toss chicken to coat.
• set aside.
• heat 2 tbsp olive oil to a non stick skillet and add chicken.
• cook until golden brown.
• add sauce until thickened.
• combine snow peas.
• simmer for 2 minutes.
  
• serve with brown rice and enjoy.

Adobo Face (Apologies to Chef Willy Aslanian)

photo courtesy of kamaligbistro.com

Adobo is a worldwide famous Filipino cuisine. I've been cooking this dish hundreds of times

to almost all of my clients. And this is what they all say: Its dynamite!

ingredients

1/2 lb pork loin cut into bite size

1/2 lb chicken cutlets cut into bite size

1/4 c distilled vinegar

2 tbsp lite soy sauce

2 pcs bay leaves

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tbsp freshly ground pepper

1/4 cup crushed garlic

1/4 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; this is what I used for this (click photo to buy):

directions

• season with salt pork and chicken. marinade with vinegar, soy sauce and 1/2 garlic.
• add bay leaves and oregano.set aside for 20 minutes.
• in a dutch oven, put olive oil and saute the remaining garlic until golden brown.
• add pork and chicken. set aside the sauce.
• simmer and cover for 20 min.
• add the sauce and paprika and simmer for another 10 min.
• serve hot with brown rice and enjoy to the max.

Kookie Kookie Monster

ingredients
3 c Pillsbury all purpose flour

1 tbsp baking powder

1c brown raw sugar

1 c Landolake butter (room temperature)

1 tsp vanilla essence

1 large egg

1c dark chocolate baking chips (Hersheys)

1 c chopped roasted walnuts

a pinch of salt

directions

• preheat oven to 375 degrees
• mix flour, baking soda and salt.
• add butter, sugar and mix until creamy. add egg and vanilla essence
• mix the chips and walnuts.
• drop a spoonful of the batter on an large ungreased cookie monster sheet 2 1/2 inches apart.
• bake for 8 minutes...
• cool down and enjoy the Kookie Kookie Monster