Author: CookDiaries

Desserts

Banana Pudding

I didn’t see my son, Lance Corporal Eric Harris, for more than two years after he enlisted in the Marines after high school. And when I first saw him at the airport last fall, I just grabbed hold of him and busted out crying. Back home, the first thing he ate was two bowls of […]

Dinner & Lunch

Simple stir-fry

Kids getting into cooking? This simple stir-fry with prawns, veggies and noodles is great for aspiring chefs and will make a quick meal for busy weeknights   Ingredients: 500g vegetables such as carrots, baby corn, broccoli, courgettes, red peppers and cabbage or pak choi 1 tbsp rapeseed oil 1 garlic clove, sliced 1cm fresh ginger, grated 1½ […]

Dinner & Lunch

Simple Lobster Risotto

Simmering the shells infuses the broth with lobster flavor and adds elegance to this simple risotto dish. Ingredients: 4 cups fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth 3 (5-ounce) American lobster tails 3 tablespoons butter, divided 1cup uncooked Arborio rice or other medium-grain rice 3/4 cup frozen green peas, thawed How to Make It: Step 1: Bring broth and 1 […]

Dinner & Lunch

Chicken Piccata

Ingredients: 2 skinless and boneless chicken breasts, butterflied and then cut in half Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper All-purpose flour, for dredging 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup chicken stock 1/4 cup brined capers, rinsed 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped Directions: Season chicken […]

Desserts

Classic Cheesecake

This is a classic cheesecake — velvety, rich, sweet and so satisfying. We are major fans of a thin sour cream cap on top of cheesecakes; it’s the perfect balance to this rich cake. Ingredients: Crust: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Pinch fine salt Filling: 2 […]

Pasta

SKILLET PASTA WITH SUN DRIED TOMATOES WALNUTS AND FETA

A few pantry staples come together to make a fantastic dinner in this fast, easy, and flavorful one Skillet Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes Walnuts and Feta. INGREDIENTS: 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 lb frozen broccoli florets 2 cups vegetable broth 1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes 8 oz bowtie pasta 1 fresh lemon Pinch red pepper flakes 2 oz feta INSTRUCTIONS: Place the chopped walnuts […]

Desserts

Raspberry-Rhubarb Pie

Refrigerated pie dough makes preparing this tasty dessert a snap. Cornstarch and tapioca ensure a velvety filling by thickening the fruit juices. Serve this raspberry-rhubarb pie with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons uncooked quick-cooking tapioca 4 1/2 cups fresh raspberries (about 24 ounces) 3 1/2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb (about 6 stalks) 1 […]

Appetizers

BEST CHICKEN STRIPS RECIPE

I recently made this recipe of Mom’s for my in-laws and they told me it was the “best fried chicken ever.” Slicing the chicken breasts into strips cuts down on cooking time and ensures every piece is crunchy and evenly coated. Serve the homemade chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce. —Genny Monchamp, Redding, California […]

Desserts

Flourless Chocolate Cake

If there’s one cake we think everyone actually needs, this is it. Rich, gooey and soul-satisfying, flourless chocolate cake is what you need to celebrate your best friend’s birthday. It’s the cake you need to make a bad day better, and when you need to impress a guest. Ingredients: 12 oz bittersweet baking chocolate, chopped […]

Dinner & Lunch

Carol’s Arroz Con Pollo

Chicken served with seasoned rice. Ingredients: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper ½ teaspoon paprika 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 green bell pepper, chopped ¾ cup chopped onion 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic 1 cup long-grain white rice 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth ½ cup white wine […]