World Cup of Yum

Japanese Egg Salad Sandwich (Tamago Sando)

Before I went to Japan, people kept telling me I would love the 7-Eleven food there. I was skeptical to say the least. I have never eaten anything from 7-Eleven in the US, and with all the incredible food spots I had lined up for my trip, I just couldn’t imagine why I would want…

Air-Fryer “Boiled” Eggs

Yes that’s right, you can make boiled eggs in an air fryer. These eggs are “Boiled” because there’s actually no water involved. I love that there’s no water because I’ve heard all the debate about whether the eggs should be placed in boiling or cold water, and whether they should stay in the boiling water…

Air Fryer “Roasted” Garlic

I found another situation where the air fryer comes in super handy… roasted garlic! I love roasted garlic, but then again, who doesn’t? Once roasted, garlic becomes sweet and mellow, perfect for cooking, making dips, using as a spread, or just eating as a snack. Despite my adoration for roasted garlic, I rarely made it…

Air Fryer Butternut Squash Tempura

Continuing my air fryer experimentation. Tempura is a favorite treat of mine, but I rarely deep fry at home because it requires a lot of oil and effort. The beauty of the air fryer is there’s no vat of oil and you set it and forget it. The only thing with tempura is it’s a…

Air-Fried Parmesan Zucchini Sticks

I have a friend who works for a cheese company (I know, lucky me!). He came over for a dinner party one day and left me with a huge amount of fantastic parmesan cheese. I figured I better find ways to use it before it went bad. Not a bad problem to have, right? I…

Pantry Chilaquiles

Whether for breakfast or dinner, these chilaquiles are great because they are made from items I’ve almost always got in my pantry and fridge (except for maybe avocados, which are an optional topping). You can use store-bought tortilla chips, or use an air fryer to make your own. Guessipe 28 oz can diced tomatoes 2…

Air-Fried Tortilla Chips

I’ve been experimenting with the air fryer, and while I wouldn’t agree with my boyfriend that it can be used to cook everything, I have found that for some things it’s pretty great. One of those things is making tortilla chips if you just need a single portion. This Guessipe gives you a foundation on…

Cashew Cream Pasta

My friend showed me how to make this amazing creamy pasta that actually uses cashews instead of cream! I make it all the time simply because it’s so delicious and easy, but as a bonus for some people it’s vegan if you use nutritional yeast seasoning. For those weeknights when you just need to cook…

Candied Kumquat Cremeux

I occasionally get a load of kumquats from a neighbor and enjoy just popping them whole into my mouth as a snack. But one day shortly after receiving a bag of kumquats, I needed to make a dessert for a dinner party. Hunting around in the fridge, I came upon the kumquats and some heavy…

3.14 Pi(e) Day V

Well, COVID is still a thing, so once again we did a scaled-back gathering with fewer people in an outdoor setting. Even a global pandemic can’t get in the way of me and pie! Pie Day was a great opportunity to catch up with some of my fellow pie-loving friends, many of whom due to…

Coke Float Pie

It’s March 14, and that means… Pi(e) Day! I’m back to my drink-themed pies again, with a pie inspired by the flavors of a Coke Float. I prefer Coke over Root Beer, but you can go with whatever your heart desires. Guessipe 1 pie crust 2 cans Coke 1/4 cup whole milk 1 3.4-oz package…

Banchan – Sesame Broccoli

Let’s do another Banchan, because with Banchan the more the merrier! Part of the fun of Korean food is the collection of little side dishes that make for a beautiful spread on the table. In case you haven’t already noticed, the crunch of Banchan is a big draw for me and a large part of…