Home cooking for children and adults
Pickled red onions are the secret weapon that makes any taco stand out. They add crunch, color, and just the right zing. The best part? They’re incredibly easy to make and ready in about 30 minutes. Keep a jar in the fridge, and you’ll find yourself putting them on way […]
Crema Mexicana is that silky, slightly tangy finishing touch that makes tacos, enchiladas, and soups sing. It’s richer than sour cream, thinner than crème fraîche, and it never overpowers what it’s paired with. If you’ve tried it at a restaurant and wondered how to make it at home, you’re in […]
Teriyaki sauce doesn’t need a long ingredient list or a thick, syrupy bottle from the store. When you make it at home with sake, mirin, and soy sauce, you get a glossy, balanced sauce that tastes clean and real. It’s salty, lightly sweet, and full of umami without being heavy. […]
This is the jar you reach for when dinner needs a kick. Chili crisp (also known as chili oil) brings heat, crunch, and deep umami to everything from noodles and dumplings to eggs and pizza. It’s easy to make at home, and you can tune the spice, aroma, and texture […]
Buffalo Chicken Dip is the kind of appetizer that disappears fast. It’s creamy, cheesy, and loaded with just the right amount of heat. Whether you’re hosting game night, a birthday, or just a casual hangout, this dip delivers every time. It’s simple to make, easy to customize, and pairs well […]
This Make-Ahead Spinach Artichoke Dip is the kind of party food that disappears fast. It’s creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor without being heavy or fussy. The best part is you can assemble it days ahead, then bake when guests arrive. Whether you’re hosting game night or bringing something to […]
If you love BBQ Sauce or mayonnaise you will love this homemade Mayocue, and with a single step, it has never been so easy! Sweet, smoky, warming, barbecue mayonnaise is a dip made of 50% barbecue sauce and 50% mayonnaise. This versatile flavor-packed dip is equally good on burgers, sandwiches, […]
The popularity of Nandos perinaise has created a revived interest in creamy, spicy mayonnaise dips. As a quick disclaimer, the information below referencing perinaise has been garnered over many years of talking to various Nandos store owners and gleaned from the official Nandos website. While people use the two terms […]
What is chimichurri sauce? Chimichurri sauce is the quintessential Argentine dressing for barbeque meat, a traditional sauce that adds to the authenticity of the Argentine experience. This Argentine Creole dish is a loose oil-based condiment used to accompany barbecued meats or churrasco. it can range from the traditional red pepper […]
Summertime – barbecues, fresh herbs, and sundowners. Simple, right? Take a couple of pieces of meat, cook them to perfection over coals and reach for a delectable sauce… but will it be salsa verde or chimichurri? Chimichurri is a simple dressing, herbaceous, spicy, and fragrant. Salsa Verde is more briny […]