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I've just experienced 3 of the most amazing days of my life, and I only have 4 photos to show for it....none of which even came from my camera. Who in their right mind would go to BlogHer Food 2010 to see 250 of my best friends in the world and not bring a camera?...
Food Fight!
Food Fight over at Steamy Kitchen on Discovery Health.
Shortbread Cookies with Nutella, Banana and Almonds
I've labored over this recipe for days. Never mind that it's just store-bought shortbread cookies + Nutella + bananas + almonds. Never mind that there's no baking involved or that it only takes 10 minutes to assemble. The recipe is about the technique of the...
Junk food? Only if you make it yourself!
A friend of mine gave me a great tip on balancing sweets/junk food for the kids...read her tip over at my Discovery Health blog.
NYC Dumpling Festival
Last week was my umpteenth trip to NYC this year, I swear I need a just get a job in the city to pay for cab fares ($50 to/from the airport!), and yes, I do the mass transit stuff, but usually accompanied by someone else who's got a sense of direction and knows the...
Gluten Free Multigrain Waffles
Gluten Free Multigrain Waffles recipe by my good friends, Shauna & James Ahern of Gluten Free Girl. This is a recipe from her brand new book, Gluten Free Girl & The Chef. Recipe is on my Discovery Health column!
Baked Buttered Spaghetti Squash with Garlic
This Buttered Spaghetti Squash is a dish that effortlessly combines the mild flavor of spaghetti squash with the rich aromas of roasted garlic and parmesan. This easy spaghetti squash recipe is perfect for those trying pasta alternatives for the first time. Not only...
Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Bacon and Gorgonzola
Garnish is generally the afterthought for the home cook, a sprinkle of herbs to add a splash of color to the dish, a swirl of sauce for a dramatic, decorative flair or a dribble of brandy in French Onion Soup just before serving. Oh well, I take that last one back --...
Jello!
Come see these creative jello treats at Steamy Kitchen on TLC!
Worm Composting
Composting, such wormy fun! At SK on Discovery Health.
Apple and Sage Pork Chops
Delicious and quick Apple and Sage Pork Chops recipe at SK on Discovery Health
Teriyaki Mushroom Sauce with Grilled Salmon
The people who sell you ready-made teriyaki sauce are ripping you off! Not only is it expensive, but the taste of the bottled stuff is flat, chemically and too-sweet. The secret is, teriyaki sauce is really only 3 ingredients. Sure, you can get all fancy and put more,...
Steamed Siu Mai Dumplings
Dumpling skins are usually found frozen. Small, round siu mai dumpling (or potsticker) skins are the best, but you can also use square wonton skins. Look for these in the Asian market for best results. At regular grocery stores, I've seen "pasta sheets" marketed as...
Indian Dal Nirvana
I subscribe to multiple cooking magazines, their glossy photos serve as my "look book" for dinner ideas. But my favorite section actually has no photos, the "dear editor" letters from readers revisiting a favorite food memory and pleading to weasel the recipe from the...
Taiwanese Pork Noodles
Traditional Taiwanese Lo Ba which Lo ba literally means stewed meat in Taiwanese. "Lo" = stew "ba" = meat, is one of those comfort foods that will have your house smelling delicious all day. The star anise and cinnamon give this dish its authentic Taiwanese flavor....
10-Minute Shrimp and Mushroom Thai Curry
When all else fails, there's always curry to fall back on. Despite all the beautiful food you see on this blog, I do have my share of kitchen disasters (that blob of charcoal was supposed to be fried chicken). Thai curry is my "break in case of emergency" meal - as I...
Back to School Ideas
I've got 9 Back to School breakfast, lunch and snack ideas - head over to my guest post on Bon Appetit's site!Oh and pssst....I'm also featured on Saveur.com for Marcella Hazan's Simple Tomato Sauce recipe.
White textured backdrops for food photography
Adding texture to simple props is a simple and inexpensive details on Food Blog Forum.
Greek Style Meatball Pasta
A tasty spin on tradition Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe for Greek Style Meatball Pasta at SK on Tasty Kitchen
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I'm Jaden Rae, a TV chef, cookbook author, recipe developer, and the creative force behind Steamy Kitchen, a 19-year food blog focused on Asian cuisine and mindful living. Steamy Kitchen has been featured on The List, the Today Show, Oprah.com, Martha Stewart Living Radio & more.
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Lunchbox Love: Healthy ‘Back to School’ Meal Ideas for Kids
It's September, and the back-to-school bustle is in high gear! With summer's sun-soaked memories fading into the background, it's crucial to gear up our little academic all-stars with wholesome, delicious meals all day long. From morning fuel to mid-day boosts and...
Shrimp Fried “Rice” with Sesame Seeds Recipe
There's fried rice, and then there's our Shrimp Fried Rice with a twist—actually, without the rice! In this creative rendition, we're sidestepping the grain and using a delectable mix of scrambled eggs enriched with coconut milk and hemp seeds to mimic that classic...
Peanut Beef Satay Zoodle Bowl with Peanut Sauce Recipe
Ever found yourself craving the tantalizing tastes of an Asian street food market but couldn’t quite hop on the next plane to Bangkok? Worry not, flavor adventurers! Here’s a dish that'll transport your tastebuds straight to those bustling streets, without leaving the...