gourmet mushroom risotto

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 cups chicken broth, divided
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound portobello mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 pound white mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 2 shallots, diced
• 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white
• sea salt to taste
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped chives
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• in a saucepan, warm the broth over low heat.
• warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. stir in the mushrooms, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. remove mushrooms and their liquid, and set aside.
• add 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet, and stir in the shallots. cook 1 minute. add rice, stirring to coat with oil, about 2 minutes. when the rice has taken on a pale, golden color, pour in , stirring constantly until the is fully absorbed. add 1/2 cup broth to the rice, and stir until the broth is absorbed. continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is al dente, about 15 to 20 minutes.
• remove from heat, and stir in mushrooms with their liquid, butter, chives, and parmesan. season with salt and pepper to taste.

vegetarian bibimbap

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 cup carrot matchsticks
• 1 cup zucchini matchsticks
• 1/2 (14 ounce) can bean sprouts, drained
• 6 ounces canned bamboo shoots, drained
• 1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
• 1/8 teaspoon salt to taste
• 2 cups cooked and cooled rice
• 1/3 cup sliced green onions
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 3 eggs
• 3 teaspoons sweet red chili sauce, or to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir carrot and zucchini in the hot oil until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. stir in bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms. cook and stir until carrots are tender, about 5 more minutes. season to taste with salt and set vegetables aside.
• stir cooked rice, green onions, soy sauce, and black pepper in the same skillet until the rice is hot. in a separate skillet over medium heat, melt butter and gently fry eggs, turning once, until the yolks are still slightly runny but the egg whites are firm, about 3 minutes per egg.
• to serve, divide hot cooked rice mixture between 3 serving bowls and top each bowl with 1/3 of the vegetable mixture and a fried egg. serve sweet red chili sauce on the side for mixing into bibimbap.

gluten-free mexican wedding cakes

Ingredients

• Servings: 30
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon gluten free vanilla extract
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1/2 cup white rice flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup tapioca flour
• 1/4 teaspoon unflavored gelatin (optional)
• 1 cup chopped hazelnuts
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or hazelnuts
• confectioners' sugar for dusting

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 8 mins Ready Time: 18 mins


• preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a medium bowl, mix together the butter and vanilla until well blended. sift together the confectioners' sugar, rice flour, cornstarch, tapioca starch and gelatin. stir into the butter mixture until all of the dry ingredients have been absorbed. mix in the ground hazelnuts and chopped hazelnuts. form teaspoonfuls of dough into balls, and shape into crescents. place cookies at least 2 inches apart ungreased cookie sheets.
• bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. for crispier cookies, reduce heat to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c), and bake slightly longer. when cookies have cooled completely, dust with additional confectioners' sugar.

vegetarian bibimbap

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 cup carrot matchsticks
• 1 cup zucchini matchsticks
• 1/2 (14 ounce) can bean sprouts, drained
• 6 ounces canned bamboo shoots, drained
• 1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
• 1/8 teaspoon salt to taste
• 2 cups cooked and cooled rice
• 1/3 cup sliced green onions
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 3 eggs
• 3 teaspoons sweet red chili sauce, or to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir carrot and zucchini in the hot oil until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. stir in bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms. cook and stir until carrots are tender, about 5 more minutes. season to taste with salt and set vegetables aside.
• stir cooked rice, green onions, soy sauce, and black pepper in the same skillet until the rice is hot. in a separate skillet over medium heat, melt butter and gently fry eggs, turning once, until the yolks are still slightly runny but the egg whites are firm, about 3 minutes per egg.
• to serve, divide hot cooked rice mixture between 3 serving bowls and top each bowl with 1/3 of the vegetable mixture and a fried egg. serve sweet red chili sauce on the side for mixing into bibimbap.

sweet and sour pepper lamb

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 pounds lamb loin, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1/2 onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup white
• 1/4 cup red vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 1/2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. place the lamb in the oil and sprinkle with salt. fry for 5 to 10 minutes, or until brown on all sides. remove the lamb from the oil, cover with foil to keep warm, and set aside.
• in the same skillet over medium heat melt the butter. mix in the bell pepper, onion, and garlic and saute for 5 minutes. stir in the flour and sugar and cook for 1 minute. stir in the , vinegar, and water. mix in the soy sauce, ketchup, and black pepper. reduce heat to low and let simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. return the lamb pieces to the skillet and stir until well combined.

chicken biryani

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 small potatoes, peeled and halved
• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 (2 inch) piece cinnamon stick
• 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken pieces cut into chunks
• 2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 pinch powdered saffron
• 5 pods cardamom
• 3 whole cloves
• 1 (1 inch) piece cinnamon stick
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 pound basmati rice
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Recipe

• in a large skillet, in 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or ghee) fry potatoes until brown, drain and reserve the potatoes. add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet and fry onion, garlic and ginger until onion is soft and golden. add chili, pepper, turmeric, cumin, salt and the tomatoes. fry, stirring constantly for 5 minutes. add yogurt, mint, cardamom and cinnamon stick. cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes are cooked to a pulp. it may be necessary to add a little hot water if the mixture becomes too dry and starts to stick to the pan.
• when the mixture is thick and smooth, add the chicken pieces and stir well to coat them with the spice mixture. cover and cook over very low heat until the chicken is tender, approximately 35 to 45 minutes. there should only be a little very thick gravy left when chicken is finished cooking. if necessary cook uncovered for a few minutes to reduce the gravy.
• wash rice well and drain in colander for at least 30 minutes.
• in a large skillet, heat vegetable oil (or ghee) and fry the onions until they are golden. add saffron, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon stick, ginger and rice. stir continuously until the rice is coated with the spices.
• in a medium-size pot, heat the chicken stock and salt. when the mixture is hot pour it over the rice and stir well. add the chicken mixture and the potatoes; gently mix them into the rice. bring to boil. cover the saucepan tightly, turn heat to very low and steam for 20 minutes. do not lift lid or stir while cooking. spoon biryani a warm serving dish.

-spiked Horchata

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
• 2 quarts warm water
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 1/4 cups milk
• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup , or to taste (optional)
• 16 cubes ice

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 4 hrs 40 mins


• mix the rice and warm water together in a bowl, and let stand for 1/2 hour. reserving the water, drain, and place the rice in the bowl of a food processor. add the cinnamon and process until a paste forms. return the rice to the water and let stand at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally as the water turns milky white.
• strain the rice through a fine sieve into a bowl or pitcher. stir in the milk, condensed milk, vanilla, and , if desired, until evenly blended. refrigerate at least 2 hours.
• to serve, divide the ice cubes between four glasses, and pour the chilled horchata over the ice.

sofrito

Ingredients

• Servings: 5
• 2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
• 1 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
• 10 ajies dulces peppers, tops removed
• 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 4 onions, cut into large chunks
• 3 medium heads garlic, peeled
• 25 cilantro leaves with stems
• 25 leaves recao, or culantro
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• in a food processor, combine green peppers, red peppers ajies dulces, tomatoes, onions, and garlic. add cilantro, recao, salt, and pepper. process to the consistency of semi-chunky salsa (not watery). place in a ziplock freezer bag, and use as needed, or freeze in portions.

thai ginger chicken (gai pad king)

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/2 cups uncooked jasmine rice
• 3 1/2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
• 1 tablespoon asian fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh ginger, cut into matchsticks
• 1 large red bell pepper, cut into strips
• 3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 4 green onions cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1/2 teaspoon thai red chile paste, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons chicken broth
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• bring the rice and water to a boil in a saucepan. reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
• meanwhile, heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in the garlic and chicken; cook for 2 minutes. add the fish sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, ginger, red pepper, mushrooms, and onions. cook and stir until the chicken is no longer pink and the vegetables are nearly tender, about 3 minutes. dissolve the chile paste in the chicken broth, then add to the chicken mixture. season to taste with salt and pepper; sprinkle with cilantro leaves to garnish. serve with the hot rice.

asian orange chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• sauce:
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• chicken:
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 40 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 20 mins


• pour 1 1/2 cups water, orange juice, lemon juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce into a saucepan and set over medium-high heat. stir in the orange zest, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes. bring to a boil. remove from heat, and cool 10 to 15 minutes.
• place the chicken pieces into a resealable plastic bag. when contents of saucepan have cooled, pour 1 cup of sauce into bag. reserve the remaining sauce. seal the bag, and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
• in another resealable plastic bag, mix the flour, salt, and pepper. add the marinated chicken pieces, seal the bag, and shake to coat.
• heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. place chicken into the skillet, and brown on both sides. drain on a plate lined with paper towels, and cover with aluminum foil.
• wipe out the skillet, and add the sauce. bring to a boil over medium-high heat. mix together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water; stir into the sauce. reduce heat to medium low, add the chicken pieces, and simmer, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

gourmet mushroom risotto

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 cups chicken broth, divided
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound portobello mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 pound white mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 2 shallots, diced
• 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white
• sea salt to taste
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped chives
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• in a saucepan, warm the broth over low heat.
• warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. stir in the mushrooms, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. remove mushrooms and their liquid, and set aside.
• add 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet, and stir in the shallots. cook 1 minute. add rice, stirring to coat with oil, about 2 minutes. when the rice has taken on a pale, golden color, pour in , stirring constantly until the is fully absorbed. add 1/2 cup broth to the rice, and stir until the broth is absorbed. continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is al dente, about 15 to 20 minutes.
• remove from heat, and stir in mushrooms with their liquid, butter, chives, and parmesan. season with salt and pepper to taste.

Fried Rice Restaurant Style

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 cups enriched white rice
• 4 cups water
• 2/3 cup chopped baby carrots
• 1/2 cup frozen green peas
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• soy sauce to taste
• sesame oil, to taste (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a saucepan, combine rice and water. bring to a boil. reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
• in a small saucepan, boil carrots in water about 3 to 5 minutes. drop peas into boiling water, and drain.
• heat wok over high heat. pour in oil, then stir in carrots and peas; cook about 30 seconds. crack in eggs, stirring quickly to scramble eggs with vegetables. stir in cooked rice. shake in soy sauce, and toss rice to coat. drizzle with sesame oil, and toss again.

Easy Curried Cauliflower

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 3 cups grated cauliflower
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 large onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground dried turmeric
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander seed
• 1 (12 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 teaspoons garam masala

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 55 mins


• heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. stir in the onion, garlic, and cumin seeds. cook and stir until the onion has turned golden brown; about 10 minutes.
• stir in the diced tomato, cayenne pepper, salt, turmeric, and coriander. continue cooking 2 more minutes, then stir in the cauliflower, and reduce heat to medium-low. cook until the cauliflower is tender, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. add the kidney beans; cook and stir until heated through. sprinkle with garam masala to serve.

Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups cooked white rice, cold
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup cooked, chopped chicken meat

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• in a small bowl, beat egg with water. melt butter in a large skillet over medium low heat. add egg and leave flat for 1 to 2 minutes. remove from skillet and cut into shreds.
• heat oil in same skillet; add onion and saute until soft. then add rice, soy sauce, pepper and chicken. stir fry together for about 5 minutes, then stir in egg. serve hot.

grandma's focaccia: baraise style

Ingredients

• Servings: 24
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup reserved potato water
• 2 pounds all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1/2 (0.6 ounce) cake compressed fresh yeast
• 1 (29 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 (2 ounce) can anchovy fillets, chopped
• dried oregano to taste

Recipe

Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 55 mins


• place potatoes in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover. bring to a boil, and cook until tender but firm, about 15 minutes. when the potatoes are done, remove from heat, and drain, reserving one cup of potato water.
• pour the flour and 1 tablespoon of salt out a clean dry surface. make a well in the center, and use a ricer to rice the potatoes into the center. knead the flour and potatoes together as best you can, and then make another well in the center. dissolve the yeast in the potato water, then pour the mixture into the well. knead the dough for about 10 minutes, or until dough is smooth, and no longer sticky.
• divide the dough into halves, and form into balls. flour heavily, and cover with a few towels to prevent drafts. let the dough rise until doubled in size, about 2 hours.
• preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). coat two large cookie sheets with olive oil.
• press the dough out evenly the pan. press indentations into the sheets with your fingers every couple of inches. divide the can of tomatoes in half, and spread each sheet evenly. place the onion and anchovies the sheets, and press in lightly. sprinkle with salt and oregano to taste. drizzle lightly with olive oil.
• bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bottom is browned. let cool to room temperature, then cut into squares using a pizza wheel.

Fried Rice Restaurant Style

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 cups enriched white rice
• 4 cups water
• 2/3 cup chopped baby carrots
• 1/2 cup frozen green peas
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• soy sauce to taste
• sesame oil, to taste (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a saucepan, combine rice and water. bring to a boil. reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
• in a small saucepan, boil carrots in water about 3 to 5 minutes. drop peas into boiling water, and drain.
• heat wok over high heat. pour in oil, then stir in carrots and peas; cook about 30 seconds. crack in eggs, stirring quickly to scramble eggs with vegetables. stir in cooked rice. shake in soy sauce, and toss rice to coat. drizzle with sesame oil, and toss again.

cholay (curried chickpeas)

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 cups water
• 1 tea bag
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 (15.5 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3 tomatoes, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
• 1 teaspoon grated garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• ground cayenne pepper to taste
• 1 pinch garam masala (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• place the 2 cups water, tea bag, and bay leaf into a pot, and bring water to a boil. reserving about 1/2 cup garbanzo beans, stir the beans into the boiling water. when beans are heated through, discard the tea bag and bay leaf. remove from heat. drain the beans, reserving water, and set aside.
• heat 2 teaspoons oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the sliced onion until tender. remove from heat, cool, and mix in the reserved garbanzo beans, 1 tomato, and 1/2 the cilantro leaves. set aside.
• heat the remaining oil in a skillet over medium heat. blend in the coriander, cumin seeds, ginger, and garlic. cook and stir for 15 to 20 seconds, until lightly browned. mix in the turmeric. stir the chopped onion into the skillet, and cook until tender. mix in the remaining tomatoes. season with salt, cayenne pepper, and garam masala. bring the tomato liquid to a boil, and cook about 5 minutes. stir in the boiled garbanzo beans, sliced onion mixture, and enough of the reserved water to attain a thick, gravy-like consistency. continue to cook and stir 5 minutes. garnish with the remaining cilantro leaves to serve.

Balsamic Caramelized Leeks, Carrots, And Celery

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
• 2 leeks, halved and thinly sliced lengthwise
• 3 stalks celery, cut into matchstick-size pieces
• 2 carrots, cut into matchstick-size pieces
• 3/4 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• salt and ground black pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir leeks until softened, about 5 minutes. add celery, carrots, vegetable broth, and balsamic vinegar; cook and stir until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
• stir brown sugar into leek mixture until dissolved and mixture is lightly browned, about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper.

Simple Baked Rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• cooking spray
• 1 cup long-grain rice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup diced carrot
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 pinch ground black pepper, or to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). prepare a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
• spread long-grain rice into prepared casserole dish.
• heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. cook and stir carrot, celery, and onion in hot oil until onion is soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. stir garlic into mixture; cook and stir 1 minute more. increase heat to high; add chicken stock and bay leaf to the saucepan and bring to a boil. pour the mixture over the rice in the casserole dish. cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
• bake in preheated oven 20 minutes. remove aluminum foil and continue baking until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid, about 20 minutes more. remove and discard bay leaf; season with black pepper. fluff with a fork to serve.

grandma's focaccia: baraise style

Ingredients

• Servings: 24
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup reserved potato water
• 2 pounds all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1/2 (0.6 ounce) cake compressed fresh yeast
• 1 (29 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 (2 ounce) can anchovy fillets, chopped
• dried oregano to taste

Recipe

Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 55 mins


• place potatoes in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover. bring to a boil, and cook until tender but firm, about 15 minutes. when the potatoes are done, remove from heat, and drain, reserving one cup of potato water.
• pour the flour and 1 tablespoon of salt out a clean dry surface. make a well in the center, and use a ricer to rice the potatoes into the center. knead the flour and potatoes together as best you can, and then make another well in the center. dissolve the yeast in the potato water, then pour the mixture into the well. knead the dough for about 10 minutes, or until dough is smooth, and no longer sticky.
• divide the dough into halves, and form into balls. flour heavily, and cover with a few towels to prevent drafts. let the dough rise until doubled in size, about 2 hours.
• preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). coat two large cookie sheets with olive oil.
• press the dough out evenly the pan. press indentations into the sheets with your fingers every couple of inches. divide the can of tomatoes in half, and spread each sheet evenly. place the onion and anchovies the sheets, and press in lightly. sprinkle with salt and oregano to taste. drizzle lightly with olive oil.
• bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bottom is browned. let cool to room temperature, then cut into squares using a pizza wheel.

asian orange chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• sauce:
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• chicken:
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 40 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 20 mins


• pour 1 1/2 cups water, orange juice, lemon juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce into a saucepan and set over medium-high heat. stir in the orange zest, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes. bring to a boil. remove from heat, and cool 10 to 15 minutes.
• place the chicken pieces into a resealable plastic bag. when contents of saucepan have cooled, pour 1 cup of sauce into bag. reserve the remaining sauce. seal the bag, and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
• in another resealable plastic bag, mix the flour, salt, and pepper. add the marinated chicken pieces, seal the bag, and shake to coat.
• heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. place chicken into the skillet, and brown on both sides. drain on a plate lined with paper towels, and cover with aluminum foil.
• wipe out the skillet, and add the sauce. bring to a boil over medium-high heat. mix together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water; stir into the sauce. reduce heat to medium low, add the chicken pieces, and simmer, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

red lentil curry

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 cups red lentils
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons curry paste
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• wash the lentils in cold water until the water runs clear. put lentils in a pot with enough water to cover; bring to a boil, place a cover on the pot, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, adding water during cooking as needed to keep covered, until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. drain.
• heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions in hot oil until caramelized, about 20 minutes.
• mix curry paste, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, salt, sugar, garlic, and ginger together in a large bowl; stir into the onions. increase heat to high and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
• stir in the tomato puree, remove from heat and stir into the lentils.

Sinigang Na Baka

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 1 quart water
• 2 large tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 pound fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
• 1/2 medium head bok choy, cut into 1 1/2 inch strips
• 1 head fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces
• 1 (1.41 ounce) package tamarind soup base

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• heat oil in medium stock pot. saute onion and garlic until tender. add beef to pot, and saute until browned. pour in water. bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20 to 30 minutes.
• place tomatoes and green beans in pot, and continue to simmer for 10 minutes. stir in bok choy, broccoli and tamarind soup mix. simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

greek stuffed tomatoes and peppers (yemista)

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 8 large ripe tomatoes
• 4 large green bell peppers
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced, or to taste
• 2 pounds ground beef chuck
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon seasoned salt
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 1/2 cups converted (parboiled) rice (such as uncle ben's®)
• 1/2 cup olive oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 25 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 45 mins


• cut off tops of tomatoes, leaving 1 corner still attached to create a lid. scoop insides of tomatoes and transfer 'meat' to a large bowl; squeeze juices out of tomatoes. cut off tops of green peppers and reserve for later use; scoop out seeds and membranes. arrange tomatoes and bell peppers in a 11x17-inch baking dish.
• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
• heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in the melted butter until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. add ground chuck, soy sauce, seasoned salt, and black pepper to onion mixture; cook until ground chuck is browned and crumbly, 5 to 10 minutes.
• mix squeezed tomato meat and water into browned chuck; bring to a simmer, about 15 minutes. add rice and bring to a boil; remove skillet from heat. spoon beef-rice mixture into tomatoes; place tops filled tomatoes and arrange them into the baking dish with lid sides down.
• stuff bell peppers with beef-rice mixture and top with reserved lids; lay bell peppers sideways in the baking dish. pour olive oil over stuffed tomatoes and bell peppers; season with salt and pepper.
• bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn bell peppers and continue baking until bell peppers and tomatoes are softened, about 30 more minutes.

asian orange chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• sauce:
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• chicken:
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 40 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 20 mins


• pour 1 1/2 cups water, orange juice, lemon juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce into a saucepan and set over medium-high heat. stir in the orange zest, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes. bring to a boil. remove from heat, and cool 10 to 15 minutes.
• place the chicken pieces into a resealable plastic bag. when contents of saucepan have cooled, pour 1 cup of sauce into bag. reserve the remaining sauce. seal the bag, and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
• in another resealable plastic bag, mix the flour, salt, and pepper. add the marinated chicken pieces, seal the bag, and shake to coat.
• heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. place chicken into the skillet, and brown on both sides. drain on a plate lined with paper towels, and cover with aluminum foil.
• wipe out the skillet, and add the sauce. bring to a boil over medium-high heat. mix together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water; stir into the sauce. reduce heat to medium low, add the chicken pieces, and simmer, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

thai ginger chicken (gai pad king)

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/2 cups uncooked jasmine rice
• 3 1/2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
• 1 tablespoon asian fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh ginger, cut into matchsticks
• 1 large red bell pepper, cut into strips
• 3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 4 green onions cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1/2 teaspoon thai red chile paste, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons chicken broth
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• bring the rice and water to a boil in a saucepan. reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
• meanwhile, heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in the garlic and chicken; cook for 2 minutes. add the fish sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, ginger, red pepper, mushrooms, and onions. cook and stir until the chicken is no longer pink and the vegetables are nearly tender, about 3 minutes. dissolve the chile paste in the chicken broth, then add to the chicken mixture. season to taste with salt and pepper; sprinkle with cilantro leaves to garnish. serve with the hot rice.

chinese spareribs

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon chinese five-spice powder
• 1 pound lamb spareribs

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a shallow glass dish, mix together the hoisin sauce, ketchup, honey, soy sauce, , rice vinegar, lemon juice, ginger, garlic and five-spice powder. place the ribs in the dish, and turn to coat. cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, or as long as overnight.
• preheat the oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). fill a broiler tray with enough water to cover the bottom. place the grate or rack over the tray. arrange the ribs on the grate.
• place the broiler rack in the center of the oven. cook for 40 minutes, turning and brushing with the marinade every 10 minutes. let the marinade cook on for the final 10 minutes to make a glaze. finish under the broiler if desired. discard any remaining marinade.

Mulligatawny Soup I

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 apple, cored and chopped
• 1/4 cup white rice
• 1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half - cut into cubes
• salt to taste
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pinch dried thyme
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, heated

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• saute onions, celery, carrot, and butter in a large soup pot. add flour and curry, and cook 5 more minutes. add chicken stock, mix well, and bring to a boil. simmer about 1/2 hour.
• add apple, rice, chicken, salt, pepper, and thyme. simmer 15-20 minutes, or until rice is done.
• when serving, add hot cream.

salmon ceviche

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/4 teaspoon white sugar
• 2 1/2 tablespoons sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon chili paste or sauce
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup minced red onion
• 1 ripe tomato, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
• 1 pound very fresh salmon fillets (sushi-grade preferred), thinly sliced
• 1 avocado, sliced

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 4 hrs 25 mins


• in a large glass or plastic bowl, dissolve the sugar, salt, and chili paste in the lime juice. season with pepper and cumin. stir in the olive oil, garlic, onion, tomato, and cilantro. gently mix in the salmon, then cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours.
• to serve, drain the excess liquid from the salmon, then gently stir in the avocado slices, and allow to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.

moo goo gai pan

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
• 1 (8 ounce) can sliced bamboo shoots, drained
• 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can whole straw mushrooms, drained
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into strips
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice
• 1/4 cup chicken broth

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke. stir in the fresh mushrooms, broccoli, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, and straw mushrooms. cook and stir until all the vegetables are hot, and the broccoli is tender, about 5 minutes. remove from the wok, and set aside. wipe out the wok.
• heat the remaining tablespoon of vegetable in the wok until it begins to smoke. stir in the garlic, and cook for a few seconds until it turns golden-brown. add the chicken, and cook until the chicken has lightly browned on the edges, and is no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes. stir together the cornstarch, sugar, soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice , and chicken broth in a small bowl. pour over the chicken, and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. boil for about 30 seconds until the sauce thickens and is no longer cloudy. return the vegetables to the wok, and toss with the sauce.

Sweet Onion Casserole

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3/4 cup uncooked basmati rice
• 5 cups water
• 1/4 cup butter
• 3 pounds sweet onions, coarsely chopped
• 1 cup half-and-half cream
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups shredded swiss cheese, divided

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). butter a 2-quart baking dish.
• bring water to a boil in a large saucepan, and sprinkle in the rice. stir, reduce heat to low, and simmer the rice until it is half-cooked, about 5 minutes. drain the rice, and set aside.
• melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the onions until translucent but not browned, about 8 minutes. mix the cooked onions and the butter from the skillet with the rice, and stir in the half-and-half, salt, and 1 3/4 cup of the swiss cheese. transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of swiss cheese over the top.
• bake uncovered in the preheated oven until the rice is tender and the top is lightly browned, about 1 hour.

Easy Curry Rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 5
• 2 cups uncooked white rice, rinsed
• 3 cups water
• 3 tablespoons mild curry powder

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• stir the rice, water, and curry powder together in a rice cooker; cook for 1 full cycle or until all the water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.

Sinigang Na Baka

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 1 quart water
• 2 large tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 pound fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
• 1/2 medium head bok choy, cut into 1 1/2 inch strips
• 1 head fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces
• 1 (1.41 ounce) package tamarind soup base

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• heat oil in medium stock pot. saute onion and garlic until tender. add beef to pot, and saute until browned. pour in water. bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20 to 30 minutes.
• place tomatoes and green beans in pot, and continue to simmer for 10 minutes. stir in bok choy, broccoli and tamarind soup mix. simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

chicken biryani

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 small potatoes, peeled and halved
• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 (2 inch) piece cinnamon stick
• 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken pieces cut into chunks
• 2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 pinch powdered saffron
• 5 pods cardamom
• 3 whole cloves
• 1 (1 inch) piece cinnamon stick
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 pound basmati rice
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Recipe

• in a large skillet, in 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or ghee) fry potatoes until brown, drain and reserve the potatoes. add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet and fry onion, garlic and ginger until onion is soft and golden. add chili, pepper, turmeric, cumin, salt and the tomatoes. fry, stirring constantly for 5 minutes. add yogurt, mint, cardamom and cinnamon stick. cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes are cooked to a pulp. it may be necessary to add a little hot water if the mixture becomes too dry and starts to stick to the pan.
• when the mixture is thick and smooth, add the chicken pieces and stir well to coat them with the spice mixture. cover and cook over very low heat until the chicken is tender, approximately 35 to 45 minutes. there should only be a little very thick gravy left when chicken is finished cooking. if necessary cook uncovered for a few minutes to reduce the gravy.
• wash rice well and drain in colander for at least 30 minutes.
• in a large skillet, heat vegetable oil (or ghee) and fry the onions until they are golden. add saffron, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon stick, ginger and rice. stir continuously until the rice is coated with the spices.
• in a medium-size pot, heat the chicken stock and salt. when the mixture is hot pour it over the rice and stir well. add the chicken mixture and the potatoes; gently mix them into the rice. bring to boil. cover the saucepan tightly, turn heat to very low and steam for 20 minutes. do not lift lid or stir while cooking. spoon biryani a warm serving dish.

asian lettuce wraps

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 16 boston bibb or butter lettuce leaves
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons minced pickled ginger
• 1 dash asian chile pepper sauce, or to taste (optional)
• 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 2 teaspoons asian (dark) sesame oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• rinse whole lettuce leaves and pat dry, being careful not tear them. set aside.
• heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. cook and stir beef and cooking oil in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. drain and discard grease; transfer beef to a bowl. cook and stir onion in the same skillet used for beef until slightly tender, 5 to 10 minutes. stir hoisin sauce, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, and chile pepper sauce into onions. add water chestnuts, green onions, sesame oil, and cooked beef; cook and stir until the onions just begin to wilt, about 2 minutes.
• arrange lettuce leaves around the outer edge of a large serving platter and pile meat mixture in the center.

Mulligatawny Soup I

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 apple, cored and chopped
• 1/4 cup white rice
• 1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half - cut into cubes
• salt to taste
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pinch dried thyme
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, heated

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• saute onions, celery, carrot, and butter in a large soup pot. add flour and curry, and cook 5 more minutes. add chicken stock, mix well, and bring to a boil. simmer about 1/2 hour.
• add apple, rice, chicken, salt, pepper, and thyme. simmer 15-20 minutes, or until rice is done.
• when serving, add hot cream.

asian lettuce wraps

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 16 boston bibb or butter lettuce leaves
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons minced pickled ginger
• 1 dash asian chile pepper sauce, or to taste (optional)
• 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 2 teaspoons asian (dark) sesame oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• rinse whole lettuce leaves and pat dry, being careful not tear them. set aside.
• heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. cook and stir beef and cooking oil in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. drain and discard grease; transfer beef to a bowl. cook and stir onion in the same skillet used for beef until slightly tender, 5 to 10 minutes. stir hoisin sauce, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, and chile pepper sauce into onions. add water chestnuts, green onions, sesame oil, and cooked beef; cook and stir until the onions just begin to wilt, about 2 minutes.
• arrange lettuce leaves around the outer edge of a large serving platter and pile meat mixture in the center.

Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups cooked white rice, cold
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup cooked, chopped chicken meat

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• in a small bowl, beat egg with water. melt butter in a large skillet over medium low heat. add egg and leave flat for 1 to 2 minutes. remove from skillet and cut into shreds.
• heat oil in same skillet; add onion and saute until soft. then add rice, soy sauce, pepper and chicken. stir fry together for about 5 minutes, then stir in egg. serve hot.

Indian Spiced Rice Treats

Ingredients

• Servings: 24
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 (10 ounce) package miniature marshmallows
• 6 cups crispy rice cereal
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 cup chopped unsalted cashew nuts
• 1 cup golden raisins

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• in a large bowl, toss together the cereal, cashew nuts and raisins. melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. stir in the marshmallows and cardamom until smooth. pour in the cereal mixture, and stir until evenly coated. spread evenly in a greased baking dish, and pat down lightly. cool, and cut into squares.

gourmet mushroom risotto

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 cups chicken broth, divided
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound portobello mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 pound white mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 2 shallots, diced
• 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white
• sea salt to taste
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped chives
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• in a saucepan, warm the broth over low heat.
• warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. stir in the mushrooms, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. remove mushrooms and their liquid, and set aside.
• add 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet, and stir in the shallots. cook 1 minute. add rice, stirring to coat with oil, about 2 minutes. when the rice has taken on a pale, golden color, pour in , stirring constantly until the is fully absorbed. add 1/2 cup broth to the rice, and stir until the broth is absorbed. continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is al dente, about 15 to 20 minutes.
• remove from heat, and stir in mushrooms with their liquid, butter, chives, and parmesan. season with salt and pepper to taste.

Fried Rice Restaurant Style

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 cups enriched white rice
• 4 cups water
• 2/3 cup chopped baby carrots
• 1/2 cup frozen green peas
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• soy sauce to taste
• sesame oil, to taste (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a saucepan, combine rice and water. bring to a boil. reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
• in a small saucepan, boil carrots in water about 3 to 5 minutes. drop peas into boiling water, and drain.
• heat wok over high heat. pour in oil, then stir in carrots and peas; cook about 30 seconds. crack in eggs, stirring quickly to scramble eggs with vegetables. stir in cooked rice. shake in soy sauce, and toss rice to coat. drizzle with sesame oil, and toss again.

thai ginger chicken (gai pad king)

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/2 cups uncooked jasmine rice
• 3 1/2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
• 1 tablespoon asian fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh ginger, cut into matchsticks
• 1 large red bell pepper, cut into strips
• 3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 4 green onions cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1/2 teaspoon thai red chile paste, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons chicken broth
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• bring the rice and water to a boil in a saucepan. reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
• meanwhile, heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in the garlic and chicken; cook for 2 minutes. add the fish sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, ginger, red pepper, mushrooms, and onions. cook and stir until the chicken is no longer pink and the vegetables are nearly tender, about 3 minutes. dissolve the chile paste in the chicken broth, then add to the chicken mixture. season to taste with salt and pepper; sprinkle with cilantro leaves to garnish. serve with the hot rice.

Bok Choy Steamed Rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 large head bok choy
• 1 1/2 cups cold water
• 1 cup long grain rice
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce (such as sambal)
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• separate bok choy leaves from stems. slice stems into 1-inch pieces; chop leaves.
• combine water, rice, and soy sauce in a pot; bring to a simmer and stir in bok choy stems. reduce heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and cook until rice is almost cooked through, about 18 minutes.
• stir bok choy leaves, chili-garlic sauce, and sesame oil into rice mixture with a fork. remove pot from heat, cover the pot with a lid, and let sit until rice is cooked through and bok choy leaves wilt, about 5 minutes more. fluff with a fork and garnish with sesame seeds.

gluten-free yellow cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 1/2 cups white rice flour
• 3/4 cup tapioca flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
• 4 eggs
• 1 1/4 cups white sugar
• 2/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons gluten-free vanilla extract

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and rice flour two 8 or 9 inch round cake pans.
• mix the white rice flour, tapioca flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder and xanthan gum together and set aside.
• mix the eggs, sugar, and mayonnaise until fluffy. add the flour mixture, milk and vanilla and mix well. spread batter into the prepared pans.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 25 minutes. cakes are done when they spring back when lightly touched or when a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. let cool completely then frost, if desired.

mujaddara arabic lentil rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 3/4 cup white rice, rinsed
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3 white onions, sliced into 1/4-inch rings

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• combine the lentils, 2 cups water, 1 teaspoon salt, the cumin, and garlic powder in a pot over medium heat; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook until the lentils begin to soften, 20 to 30 minutes.
• stir the rice, 3/4 cup water, 1 teaspoon salt, and the olive oil into the lentils. cover the pot and continue cooking until the lentils and rice are tender, about 40 minutes.
• heat the cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook the onions in the oil until browned, 7 to 10 minutes. spread the onions over the rice and lentil mixture to serve.

lamb chop suey

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 pound lamb tenderloin
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
• 2 cups thinly sliced bok choy
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup red bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch strips
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon dry
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Recipe

Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 6 mins Ready Time: 51 mins


• trim fat from lamb, cut into 1 inch pieces. combine flour and lamb in a resealable bag, seal and shake well.
• heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. add lamb, cook 3 minutes or until browned. remove from pan and keep warm.
• heat remaining tablespoon oil in pan. add bok choy, celery, red pepper, mushrooms, water chestnuts and garlic; stir fry for 3 minutes. in a bowl combine chicken broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, and ginger. stir well with a whisk. combine lamb and broth mixture in skillet, cook 1 minute or until thick.

Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups cooked white rice, cold
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup cooked, chopped chicken meat

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• in a small bowl, beat egg with water. melt butter in a large skillet over medium low heat. add egg and leave flat for 1 to 2 minutes. remove from skillet and cut into shreds.
• heat oil in same skillet; add onion and saute until soft. then add rice, soy sauce, pepper and chicken. stir fry together for about 5 minutes, then stir in egg. serve hot.

Chocolate Teddy Bear Cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 14
• 2/3 cup butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

• cream together the butter or margarine, sugar and vanilla. add the eggs. in a separate bowl, mix dry ingredients. gradually add to the creamed mixture and blend. chill until firm.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (180 degrees c).
• for each cookie: roll: 1 ball for the body (1 inch), 1 ball for the head (3/4 inch), 4 small balls for arms/legs (1/2inch), 2 smaller balls for ears, and 1 tiny ball for the nose. arrange on ungreased cookie sheet. with tooth pick, draw eyes and mouth.
• bake 6 minutes or until set. let cool 1 minute, then remove from cookie sheet. optional: make a ribbon around their necks using licorice whips (after baking).

Brown Spanish Rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup brown rice

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins


• bring chicken broth, tomatoes, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan; add rice. cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed, about 1 hour. stir before serving.

vegetarian bibimbap

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 cup carrot matchsticks
• 1 cup zucchini matchsticks
• 1/2 (14 ounce) can bean sprouts, drained
• 6 ounces canned bamboo shoots, drained
• 1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
• 1/8 teaspoon salt to taste
• 2 cups cooked and cooled rice
• 1/3 cup sliced green onions
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 3 eggs
• 3 teaspoons sweet red chili sauce, or to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir carrot and zucchini in the hot oil until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. stir in bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms. cook and stir until carrots are tender, about 5 more minutes. season to taste with salt and set vegetables aside.
• stir cooked rice, green onions, soy sauce, and black pepper in the same skillet until the rice is hot. in a separate skillet over medium heat, melt butter and gently fry eggs, turning once, until the yolks are still slightly runny but the egg whites are firm, about 3 minutes per egg.
• to serve, divide hot cooked rice mixture between 3 serving bowls and top each bowl with 1/3 of the vegetable mixture and a fried egg. serve sweet red chili sauce on the side for mixing into bibimbap.

Sinigang Na Baka

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 1 quart water
• 2 large tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 pound fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
• 1/2 medium head bok choy, cut into 1 1/2 inch strips
• 1 head fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces
• 1 (1.41 ounce) package tamarind soup base

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• heat oil in medium stock pot. saute onion and garlic until tender. add beef to pot, and saute until browned. pour in water. bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20 to 30 minutes.
• place tomatoes and green beans in pot, and continue to simmer for 10 minutes. stir in bok choy, broccoli and tamarind soup mix. simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

ginger-lime chicken with coconut rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 limes, zested and juiced
• 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root
• 1 3/4 cups coconut milk
• 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in a glass bowl, mix chicken breast cubes with lime juice, lime zest, and grated ginger. let marinate for about 20 minutes.
• in a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk and sugar over medium-high heat. bring to a simmer. stir in the jasmine rice, reduce heat to low, and cook tightly covered for about 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. remove from the heat and fluff rice with a fork; cover, and keep warm.
• in a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. add chicken and marinade. stir fry until the chicken is nicely browned, about 3 minutes. drizzle the honey the chicken and continue to stir-fry for another minute or so, being careful not to let the honey burn. remove from the heat and sprinkle with coconut.
• serve hot with the coconut rice on the side.

Mulligatawny Soup I

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 apple, cored and chopped
• 1/4 cup white rice
• 1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half - cut into cubes
• salt to taste
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pinch dried thyme
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, heated

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• saute onions, celery, carrot, and butter in a large soup pot. add flour and curry, and cook 5 more minutes. add chicken stock, mix well, and bring to a boil. simmer about 1/2 hour.
• add apple, rice, chicken, salt, pepper, and thyme. simmer 15-20 minutes, or until rice is done.
• when serving, add hot cream.

gourmet mushroom risotto

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 cups chicken broth, divided
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound portobello mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 pound white mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 2 shallots, diced
• 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white
• sea salt to taste
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped chives
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• in a saucepan, warm the broth over low heat.
• warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. stir in the mushrooms, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. remove mushrooms and their liquid, and set aside.
• add 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet, and stir in the shallots. cook 1 minute. add rice, stirring to coat with oil, about 2 minutes. when the rice has taken on a pale, golden color, pour in , stirring constantly until the is fully absorbed. add 1/2 cup broth to the rice, and stir until the broth is absorbed. continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is al dente, about 15 to 20 minutes.
• remove from heat, and stir in mushrooms with their liquid, butter, chives, and parmesan. season with salt and pepper to taste.

Japanese Sushi Rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 sheet nori (dry seaweed)
• 1 cup uncooked glutinous white rice (sushi rice)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• in a saucepan, combine the water, salt, sugar and nori. bring to a boil and add the rice. cover, set heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.

Sinigang Na Baka

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 1 quart water
• 2 large tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 pound fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
• 1/2 medium head bok choy, cut into 1 1/2 inch strips
• 1 head fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces
• 1 (1.41 ounce) package tamarind soup base

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• heat oil in medium stock pot. saute onion and garlic until tender. add beef to pot, and saute until browned. pour in water. bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20 to 30 minutes.
• place tomatoes and green beans in pot, and continue to simmer for 10 minutes. stir in bok choy, broccoli and tamarind soup mix. simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

gourmet mushroom risotto

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 cups chicken broth, divided
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound portobello mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 pound white mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 2 shallots, diced
• 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white
• sea salt to taste
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped chives
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• in a saucepan, warm the broth over low heat.
• warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. stir in the mushrooms, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. remove mushrooms and their liquid, and set aside.
• add 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet, and stir in the shallots. cook 1 minute. add rice, stirring to coat with oil, about 2 minutes. when the rice has taken on a pale, golden color, pour in , stirring constantly until the is fully absorbed. add 1/2 cup broth to the rice, and stir until the broth is absorbed. continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is al dente, about 15 to 20 minutes.
• remove from heat, and stir in mushrooms with their liquid, butter, chives, and parmesan. season with salt and pepper to taste.

chicken biryani

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 small potatoes, peeled and halved
• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 (2 inch) piece cinnamon stick
• 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken pieces cut into chunks
• 2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 pinch powdered saffron
• 5 pods cardamom
• 3 whole cloves
• 1 (1 inch) piece cinnamon stick
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 pound basmati rice
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Recipe

• in a large skillet, in 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or ghee) fry potatoes until brown, drain and reserve the potatoes. add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet and fry onion, garlic and ginger until onion is soft and golden. add chili, pepper, turmeric, cumin, salt and the tomatoes. fry, stirring constantly for 5 minutes. add yogurt, mint, cardamom and cinnamon stick. cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes are cooked to a pulp. it may be necessary to add a little hot water if the mixture becomes too dry and starts to stick to the pan.
• when the mixture is thick and smooth, add the chicken pieces and stir well to coat them with the spice mixture. cover and cook over very low heat until the chicken is tender, approximately 35 to 45 minutes. there should only be a little very thick gravy left when chicken is finished cooking. if necessary cook uncovered for a few minutes to reduce the gravy.
• wash rice well and drain in colander for at least 30 minutes.
• in a large skillet, heat vegetable oil (or ghee) and fry the onions until they are golden. add saffron, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon stick, ginger and rice. stir continuously until the rice is coated with the spices.
• in a medium-size pot, heat the chicken stock and salt. when the mixture is hot pour it over the rice and stir well. add the chicken mixture and the potatoes; gently mix them into the rice. bring to boil. cover the saucepan tightly, turn heat to very low and steam for 20 minutes. do not lift lid or stir while cooking. spoon biryani a warm serving dish.

asian orange chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• sauce:
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• chicken:
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 40 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 20 mins


• pour 1 1/2 cups water, orange juice, lemon juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce into a saucepan and set over medium-high heat. stir in the orange zest, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes. bring to a boil. remove from heat, and cool 10 to 15 minutes.
• place the chicken pieces into a resealable plastic bag. when contents of saucepan have cooled, pour 1 cup of sauce into bag. reserve the remaining sauce. seal the bag, and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
• in another resealable plastic bag, mix the flour, salt, and pepper. add the marinated chicken pieces, seal the bag, and shake to coat.
• heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. place chicken into the skillet, and brown on both sides. drain on a plate lined with paper towels, and cover with aluminum foil.
• wipe out the skillet, and add the sauce. bring to a boil over medium-high heat. mix together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water; stir into the sauce. reduce heat to medium low, add the chicken pieces, and simmer, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.