Author: Bonus Kitchen
Learn how to tenderize beef using proven methods like marinades, slow cooking, and baking soda to make tough cuts tender and juicy. Tough beef can ruin a great meal, but luckily, it’s easy to fix. With the right technique, even the toughest cuts of meat can be tender, juicy, and flavorful. Over the years, I’ve tried just about every method for tenderizing beef. From simple techniques like baking soda to long, slow cooking techniques, we’ve looked at what really works and what doesn’t. Some methods make a noticeable difference, while others fall short. This guide focuses…
These vegan lemon poppy seed scones are soft, bursting with citrus flavor, and topped with a floral lavender icing you won’t find anywhere else. It’s gluten-free and dairy-free, making it perfect for weekend brunch or afternoon tea. I’ve made a lot of vegan lemon baking over the years, including lemon poppyseed muffins and vegan lemon cake, but these scones might be my new favorite. The combination of zesty lemon and floral notes of lavender makes it special. Dried lavender is steeped in boiling water to create this delicate, aromatic tea. It turns a regular powdered sugar glaze into something that…
When I’m not feeling well or need a quick, nutritious meal, I make porridge (chao, or porridge in Vietnamese). But these days, this recipe has become more sentimental than comfort food. As my son graduated high school and prepared for college, I found myself collecting the recipes he needed to survive independently. This rice cooker porridge is my number one so far. It’s the ultimate college student or poor man’s meal. It’s incredibly simple, but with a few extra ingredients, you can easily transform it into an incredibly hearty meal. If I could bring him into the world with anything,…
These Oatmeal Carrot Cake Muffins are one of those comforting baked goods that I keep coming back to. Naturally sweetened and contains no refined sugar. It’s moist and packed with the comforting flavors of grated carrots and freshly ground oats. I love how the oat flour gives it a soft and comforting texture. The dough comes together easily, making it perfect for relaxing weekend baking or a quick weekday snack. The walnuts on top are lightly toasted while baking, adding just the right amount of crunch to balance the softness inside. But what really makes these muffins special is the…
Coriander, Fennel and Garlic Seasoning (CFG) blend. My favorite spice blend for fish, chicken, and vegetables. Coriander, fennel, and garlic make for a bright and versatile addition to any meal. Store these whole spices in your grinder and you’ll always have a fresh, pre-ground, aromatic punch. Jump to: I like to keep seasoning blends in my pantry for ready-to-use flavors to add to meals. This blend, which pairs well with fish and poultry, combines coriander, fennel, and garlic with salt and pepper. I prefer Salt Pepper & Garlic (SPG) seasoning or all-purpose seasoning for beef (especially SPG and steak), but…
This Sundried Tomato Pesto Chicken Focaccia Sandwich is quick and easy and incredibly flavorful. Toasted focaccia is layered with sun-dried tomato pesto mayonnaise, thinly sliced chicken deli meat, melted cheese, sliced red onion, heirloom tomatoes, peppery arugula, and balsamic glaze. This giant sandwich serves 4 people. A new day and another great sandwich begins! You could say I’m in the sandwich era. I’ve been on a roll lately, but to be honest, I don’t plan on quitting anytime soon. When I create my dinner menu, I rotate a few different sandwiches every other week. This Toasted Sundried Tomato Pesto Chicken…
This steak salad recipe is hearty yet fresh, with crunchy romaine, tangy arugula, and thinly sliced apples to balance out the flavorful steak and tangy blue cheese. A drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette adds a touch of sweetness to the dish. I try to have a main dish salad on my menu once a week. It’s a great way to get plenty of vegetables and protein and take a break from carbohydrate-heavy meals. Protein-rich salads are big hits in our house, like the grilled chicken Caesar salad, taco salad with catalina dressing, and this steak salad. A salad made with hearty…
As an Ecuadorian writer who has spent years reading about American cuisine, I’ve always been surprised that Ecuador’s vibrant, textured cuisine hasn’t been in the spotlight yet. Dishes like green plantain empanadas stuffed with melty queso fresco and ceviche jipijapa with a silky peanut and citrus sauce are right there, ready to be the talk of the town. But even as other Latin American cuisines gain popularity in the United States, Ecuadorian cuisine remains consistently ignored. There was an important moment of recognition, especially at the turn of the century. In 1998, food critic Jonathan Gold investigated the Ecuadorian rapingacho…
Recipe overviewWhy you’ll love it: These buffalo chicken sashimi are tender and juicy, tossed in a buttery hot sauce that gives them just the right kick. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, meal prep, or game day snack. Time required: 20 minutesTools needed: large bowl, frying panServing size: 4 servings Weeknight Buffalo Fix! If you’ve ever made my fan favorite Chicken Bites or the new Garlic Butter Chicken Bites, you already know how much I love bite-sized, delicious chicken bites. Naturally, I had to give them a buffalo twist. These…
strawberry crunch cake Written by Sophie | Broma Bakery Inspired by the iconic Strawberry Shortcake ice cream bar, this Strawberry Crunch Cake is made with moist vanilla cake, homemade strawberry buttercream, and a spoon-worthy strawberry crunch topping. I strawberry crunch cake This Strawberry Crunch Cake is pure nostalgic magic in sheet cake form. Made with soft, buttery vanilla cake, topped with vibrant, fruity homemade strawberry buttercream (no artificial flavors), and finished with our iconic Strawberry Crunch topping, they taste just like your favorite Strawberry Shortcake ice cream bar…but better. This is not something I say lightly. This might be the…