If you’re from East Los Angeles County, chances are you’re familiar with the delicious and iconic Special Quesadilla from Mario’s Tacos in Pico Rivera. Growing up in Whittier, my family and I would often make the trip to the corner of Whittier and Durfee Ave. on lazy days when cooking […]
Meals
Pasta Aglio e Olio.
A great dish after a night of consuming some libations, cheaper and faster than fast food. And great way to help soak up that booze you consumed earlier. You stumble in the door, craving something to soak up all that alcohol. You’re in luck – you’ve got a quick and […]
Appetizers , Sides
Cooking with Kids: Making Fried Mozzarella
Cooking with Kids: Making Fried Mozzarella in Olive Oil Cooking with kids can be a fun and educational experience for the whole family. Not only does it teach children valuable life skills, but it also allows them to be creative and express themselves in the kitchen. Today, we’re going to […]
Meals , Soups
Basic Marinara Sauce Recipe
Versitle Recipe for Pasta, Pizza, and whatever your imagination desires. Ingredients: 1 yellow onion, diced 4 cloves of garlic, minced 1 can of crushed tomatoes (28 oz) 1/4 cup of olive oil 1 tsp of dried oregano 1 tsp of dried basil Salt and pepper, to taste Instructions: In a […]
Sides
Salsa Verde; Tomatillos, jalapenos, serrano chilis, cilantro, onion, and garlic come together.
Salsa Verde; Tomatillos, jalapenos, serrano chilis, cilantro (coriander), onion, and garlic come together to create fireworks. Many apologies for not turning the mic on. However, combine the tomatillos, jalapenos, serrano chilis, cilantro (coriander), onion, and garlic, in the boiling water and cook at high heat for 5 -15 minutes, until […]
Kitchen Tips
Kitchen Basics; Devein and dice jalapenos, will help bring all the flavor without all the heat.
Deveining a jalapeño pepper removes the white membrane and seeds, which are the parts of the pepper that contain the majority of the capsaicin, the compound that gives peppers their heat. Removing these parts can make the pepper less spicy and more palatable for some individuals. Additionally, removing the seeds […]
Kitchen Tips , Meals
Marinara Sauce Recipe: A versatile recipe can be used to create many traditional Italian dishes, from a basic spaghetti plate, to pizza, to veal parmigiana.
A great marinara sauce is a versatile and essential ingredient in modern-day cooking. This classic Italian sauce is used in a wide variety of dishes, from traditional spaghetti plates to pizza and even veal parmigiana. The versatility of marinara sauce lies in its ability to adapt to different flavors and […]
Meals
When you get the craving for BBQ on a rainy day.
Reverse searing a rib eye steak is a great way to achieve a perfectly cooked steak with a crispy crust and a juicy, tender interior. To reverse sear a one inch thick rib eye steak on a cast iron grill and finish cooking in the oven, you will need a […]
Meals , Uncategorized
Chicken Parmigiana; with co-host and long time friend pasta marinara.
Chicken Parmigiana is a classic Italian dish (not really just has a lot of Italian influence) that is sure to please the entire family. This delicious recipe is made with two fileted and breaded chicken breasts that are fried and then baked to perfection. The result is a tender and […]
Meals
Left Overs: Bonus Nuggets, quick idea for the Buffalo Nuggets.
Burritos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. One unique twist on the traditional burrito is to use chicken nuggets and seasoned vegetable leftovers as the main filling. Here’s how to make a mouth-watering burrito with chicken nuggets and seasoned vegetable leftovers: […]