This is a super easy weekday meal that you can throw together when you just don’t have time to cook. In order to make this recipe, you will need some garlic confit and garlic oil. The recipe for garlic confit is super easy, so if you haven’t seen my post on it, check it out….
Category: Pasta
Spaghetti Ramen
This is a simple hack if you are having a hard time finding ramen in your local grocery store. All you need it spaghetti and baking soda. Boil 5 cups of water and add to it 3 tsp of baking soda. The water will bubble because of the chemical reaction. Boil the pasta in this…
Simple Nappa Cabbage Side Dish and Basic Pasta for Kids
I have always been concerned that my toddler isn’t eating enough vegetables. This is the one dish that he always eats, every lunch and dinner. I just wanted to share this with other mommies and daddies. For this recipe you need suichoy (or nappa cabbage). It is ideal to get the younger ones (smaller and…
Zucchini Pasta Sauce
This recipe was inspired by Meghan Markle’s Sexy Pasta Sauce. I also saw this recipe on emmymadeinjapan. For this version I decided to use the instant pot. It is a simple recipe and all you will need some broth (or bouillon) and zucchini. So the difference between this recipe and Meghan Markle’s is that for…
Kabocha Squash Pasta Sauce
This is my attempt at reducing dairy from my diet. My eczema started flaring up and I had to go back to a more strict diet that did not include a lot of dairy. For this recipe, I used a kabocha squash. It has an earthy sweet taste and is perfect for thick sauces. I…
Spaghetti Squash with Tomato and Bacon
I’ve been trying to get more vegetables into my diet especially squashes. They are loaded with vitamins. This is my take on spaghetti. Start with baking the spaghetti squash. You will need to cut the squash in half, remove the seeds and then smother it with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and then bake for…
Lazy Vegan Cashew Pesto
Every Thursday is my lazy go to meal: Pesto pasta with salad. This version is simple and you just need a few ingredients. Basil, olive oil, garlic and cashews. You make this ahead of time and keep in the freezer until you need it. All you need to do is blend together the cashews, olive…
Easy Take on Zucchini Lasagna
Here is another dish great dish for potluck or just as a side dish. It is simple to make and can be made ahead of time and reheated. Here is my take on zucchini lasagna. The first step is making a simple marinara sauce. You will need a can of tomatoes, onion, garlic and fresh…
Easy Squash Gnocchi
Last month was my dad’s birthday and I wanted to make something special for him. I decided I wanted to gnocchi so that he can eat it now or eat it later. I know he really likes gnocchi and I have never made it for him. This recipe can easily be made ahead and frozen. …
Vegan Cauliflower Alfredo
Creamy, dairy free, egg free, tasty, noms, yum. I have finally perfected my recipe for cauliflower alfredo sauce. You won’t miss the cheese or dairy. It is also a sneaky way to get your kids to eat veggies. I think this is also great for someone who is watching their calorie intake. What you need…
EAT it NOW or EAT it LATER 