New American Food Blog
I tried making smoothies this past fall and winter, and I hated the taste. I thought I was done with smoothies forever. However, after spending a day outside in the heat and dryness this summer, a smoothie was the only thing I craved after. This experience taught me to listen to the signals of the… Continue reading Very Berry Smoothie Bowl
All summer, I had an opened can of coconut milk in the back of my fridge, unsure what to do with it (I wasn’t in the mood for a curry). Instead, I used it in a dessert and made a multiuse ingredient to dip fruit in or top a cake. Let me know what you… Continue reading Chocolate Ganache
This recipe was from a while ago, but it was simple and refreshing, especially in this summer heat. You can include this on any meat or cheese board, and it will not be out of place. I would pair this with crackers, pickled vegetables, fresh cucumbers, or my red pepper paste. Let me know what… Continue reading Cashew Cheese Balls
Sometimes I want some chicken nuggets but can’t be bothered to get them at the store. Instead, I make this overly-complicated recipe as a replacement and congratulate myself for being lazy and staying home. I hope y’all enjoy. Ingredients 2 cups chickpeas, cooked¼ onion, roughly chopped3-5 cloves garlic, minced½ red bell pepper, chopped1 tsp. cumin,… Continue reading Chickpea Nuggets
For all you gluten lovers, I am here for you. Here is the embarrassingly simple recipe for sturdy, reliable bread that is edible every time. What more could you ask for? Ingredients 2 cups water, warm1 tsp. sugar2 tsp. active dry yeast2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups whole wheat flour1 tsp. salt Method Dissolve sugar in… Continue reading Whole Wheat Bread
It’s been a hot summer. As someone who enjoys drinking warm beverages, even I did not want to drink hot coffee in the morning. With a little bit of planning ahead, you too can have cold coffee in the morning with virtually no effort. I’ll tell you how. Ingredients ½ cup coffee, ground3 ½ cups… Continue reading Cold Brew Coffee
Do you ever have a container of mung beans left in your pantry, and you have no idea what to do with them? Me too. I am here to help. This recipe takes inspiration from the Middle East with the spice blend of za’atar. This is a blend of oregano, thyme, marjoram, sumac, and sesame… Continue reading Mung Bean Falafel
I’ve been on an Italian kick this summer, so marinara sauce has been a staple in my kitchen every week. This is not a traditional recipe. It is born from the ingredients and cookware I have available to me. Feel free to adjust any ingredients you need to suit your preferences. Have fun! Ingredients 1… Continue reading Marinara Pasta
This recipe comes from a Turkish kitchen, and after I tried it, I have made it every week since. I modified the Turkish recipe to be a bit milder for my white girl taste buds, but it still retains the depth of flavor found from the tomatoes and peppers in the original dish. I recommend… Continue reading Red Pepper Paste
I did not always enjoy hummus. With parents from the Midwest, it was not a staple growing up. However, as I have explored the origins of the dish and experimented with making my own, I realize it is one of the best foods to keep in my kitchen. The jury is out on the exact… Continue reading Mandarin Citrus Hummus
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