Feb 24, 20213 min read
Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream
This past Christmas, my partner gifted me an ice cream machine. This has been a true game-changer, and I've spent the past couple months...
Feb 23, 20213 min read
Bulgogi Meatloaf
I combine recipes like it's my job. (And hey...if you keep visiting this website regularly, maybe it will become my job.) Beef bulgogi...
Feb 22, 20213 min read
Gochugaru Garlic Smashed Potatoes
Smashed potatoes seem pretty trendy lately, and they are a really easy and delicious side dish to accompany any meal. The wonderful thing...
Feb 20, 20212 min read
Marty's Deli - Minneapolis Sandwich Pop-Up
Today I ventured outside of my house (a rare activity) to try the sandwiches from Marty's Deli, a newish sandwich pop-up in Minneapolis...
Feb 18, 20214 min read
The absolute BEST way to brew coffee
I recently shared an Instagram story that revealed the fact that I do not own (nor do I want to own) a coffee grinder. This was met with...
Feb 17, 20211 min read
Fish en papillote
I learned the technique of cooking fish en papillote (literal translation: in foil; figurative translation: in some sort of packet) from...
Feb 16, 20212 min read
That rat! It stole my documents!
Anyone who has known me for longer than an hour or so knows that I am quite fond of the film "Ratatouille." In fact, "Ratatouille" is...
Feb 15, 20212 min read
Breakfast Poutine
Although this is a rare occurrence, it's possible that at some point in your life, you may find yourself with extra French fries. If this...
Jan 3, 20212 min read
Meringue Wreath
This was the top request when I asked people what I should bake for Christmas! This idea and recipe comes from Nancy Birtwhistle, who is...
Jan 3, 20212 min read
Bacon and Caramelized Onion Puffs
This is an easy puff pastry canape that's sweet, savory, tangy, creamy, and crispy - what more do you need? This is a four-part process,...
Jan 3, 20211 min read
What does one do with nearly 2 pounds of ginger?
Fresh ginger is a hassle to deal with. I process and freeze it in huge batches so I always have it ready when I need it. Process: If you...
Jan 3, 20212 min read
Bacon Breakfast Tacos
I'm not sure where I first became aware of breakfast tacos, but I'm certainly grateful. These are loosely inspired by breakfast tacos I...
Jan 3, 20211 min read
Tater Tot Hot Dish
A Minnesota Classic Inspired by Molly Yeh's classic tater tot hot dish recipe. Process: Brown meat (season it!) and remove it from the...
Jan 3, 20211 min read
Fried egg and tomato (番茄炒鸡蛋)
This was one of my favorite things to eat when I lived in China. This recipe is super loosely based on Francis Lam's recipe. Process:...