#Ginger and Spice Roasted Sweet Potatoes

[askwhatsforlunch]

Ginger and Spice Roasted Sweet Potatoes

These flavourful Ginger and Spice Roasted Sweet Potatoes make an excellent side to both fish and meat, cooked with a Caribbean twist, and are best eaten with an episode of Death in Paradise! Happy Wednesday!

Ingredients (serves 3 to 4):

1 teaspoon Graines à Roussir

4 medium sweet potatoes

2 heaped tablespoons Petit Piment (Ginger and Onion Condiment)

3 tablespoons olive oil

Preheat oven to 200°C/395°F.

Spoon Graines à Roussir in a mortar, and thoroughly grind with the pestle. Set aside.

Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Add them to a a large baking dish. Sprinkle with ground Graines à Roussir, fleur de sel and black pepper. Add Petit Piment, and drizzle generously with olive oil. Gently but thoroughly toss with clean hands to combine and coat sweet potatoes in oil, Condiment and spices.

Place in the middle of the hot oven, and roast, at 200°C/395°F, 45 minutes.

Serve Ginger and Spice Roasted Sweet Potatoes as a main, with a fried egg, or as a side to Ginger and Rum Colombo Panga or Dwayne’s Sure Thing Chicken.

*GIF not mine

[butchfaith]

if im feeling better by tonight im gonna make the best most powerful soup known to man

[mike-wachowski]

reblog and tag ur answer so I can see please :)

[literaryvein-reblogs]

Writing Notes: Herbs, Spices & Seasoning

Herbs and spices can add flavor and variety to your food.

Use a little at first, then add more when you are sure you like the flavor.

To substitute dry herbs for fresh, use ¼ teaspoon powder or 1 teaspoon crushed for 1 tablespoon fresh chopped herbs. Some herbs and spices are expensive.

You might want to buy only a few of the less expensive herbs and spices you will use.

Herbs and spices lose flavor and can spoil or get buggy if kept in the cupboard longer than a year.

If you use herbs and spices slowly, buy small containers, or store them in the freezer.

Uses of Herbs, Spices & Seasonings

Allspice - A mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Use in fruit desserts, pumpkin pie, apple cider, cakes, cookies, chicken, beef and fish dishes.

Basil - Tomato and egg dishes, stews, soups and salads

Bay leaves - Tomato dishes, fish and meat dishes

Celery seed - Juices, soups, salads, vegetables, pot roasts, poultry, rolls and biscuits

Chili powder - Chili, bean and rice dishes

Chives - Potato dishes, soups, dips and sauces

Cilantro - Latin American, Indian and Chinese dishes, salsa, stir fries, (Coriander leaves) legume or rice salads, hot cooked rice, grilled chicken or fish, or a dish of ripe tomatoes. Use fresh if possible.

Cinnamon - French toast, fruit and fruit salads, sweet potatoes, pumpkin and squash, puddings and apple desserts, ham or pork chops

Cloves - Whole cloves on ham or pork roast; ground cloves to season pear or apple desserts, beets, beans, tomatoes, squash and sweet potatoes

Coriander seed - Middle Eastern dishes, spice cakes and cookies, soups, roast pork and salad dressing

Cumin - Mexican, Middle Eastern and Indian dishes; beef and lamb, dry bean dishes, marinades, chili and tomato sauces; ingredient in curry powder

Dillweed - Tuna or salmon salad, potato salad, pickles, dips and sauces

Garlic - Mexican, Italian and Oriental dishes and in salad dressings; can be used fresh or dried, minced or powder

Ginger (fresh) - Oriental dishes, marinades for chicken or fish, fruit salad, dressings

Ginger (ground) - Gingerbread, spice cake, pumpkin pie, poultry or meat, soups, stews, stuffing, squash, sweet potatoes

Ground peppers: black, Cayenne & white pepper - Meats, casseroles, vegetables and soups

Italian seasoning - A mixture of marjoram, oregano, basil and rosemary; use in Italian dishes such as spaghetti

Marjoram - Egg and cheese dishes, meats, fish, poultry and vegetables

Mint - Fruit salads and fruit soups, melon, berries, cold fruit beverages, cooked carrots or peas, chilled yogurt soup, lamb, tabbouleh

Mustard - Sauces for meat and fish, in marinades, salad dressings, chutneys, pickles and relishes

Nutmeg - Cooked fruits, pies and desserts, baked items, spinach, sweet potatoes, eggnog and French toast

Onion - Any dish where onion flavor is desired; can be used fresh or dried (minced or powder)

Oregano - Italian dishes, chili, omelets, beef stew, meat loaf, pork and vegetables such as broccoli or tomatoes

Parsley - Meat, soup or vegetable dishes; adds color

Paprika - Stew, chicken, fish, potatoes, rice and hard-cooked eggs

Rosemary - Egg dishes, meats, fish, soups and stews, and vegetables

Thyme - Fish, poultry or meats, in soups or stews, vegetable salads

If these writing notes help with your poem/story, do tag me. Or send me a link. I'd love to read them!

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[wavypotatochips]

and for the mbappe recognition, can I request kylian's brother ethan feeling upset bc of how media pressures him to be like his older brother but he doesn't want to worry his family so he keeps it a secret, for some reason he feels like he can open up to kylian's gf and she gives him a pep talk saying he's gonna make his own legacy and accidentally kylian overhears it and feels so happy his little brother trusts her and how nice she is to him that he falls in love with her even more. u can give it ur own spin, this is just an idea, thank u in advance 💓

𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐞 | 𝐊𝐲𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐛𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞

𝘗𝘢𝘪𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴: Kylian Mbappe x Female Reader

Word Count : 1.5k

𝘈𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘴 𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦: SLAAAAAY MORE MBAPPE RECOGNITION!!! Of course I don't mind writing about anyone, but more Neymar and Mbappe please c; teehee Thank you so much for requesting!! I Hope you like how I represent your idea ˚ʚ♡ɞ˚!!

(っ◔◡◔)っ ♥ REQUESTS ARE OPEN, currently covered in college work so as of now uploads will mainly be on weekends. Thank you for your patience c’: ♥

Kylian asked you earlier in the day if you would mind picking up his younger brother from futebal practice because he wouldn't be able to, and of course you didn't mind. When it was time to pick him up from futebal practice, you did so and brought him home. Considering how much Ethan loved to stay to himself, you did not give his abnormally quiet conduct much attention, but you could still sense something was off. Ethan is currently in the living room scrolling through his phone as you are currently preparing dinner.

Ethan fiddles with his hair as he lets out another sigh seeing a sports channel talk about his performances and comparing him to his brother once more. Ethan is proud of his brother and will always be his number 1 supporter, but he hates how he always gets compared to Kylian. He especially hates when grown men on the sports channel talk about how he isn't good and he would never be like his brother. He tries his hardest to ignore the harsh criticism, but when you constantly hear about it- it tends to build up until you cannot take it anymore. This has been going on for a while now, and the one time he tried to talk to one of his teammates who he considered a best friend, he told him to just ‘try and brush it off’ as the media will always be negative. Well, he tried to listen to his best friend but as a 16 year old, it's not surprising that it can not simply be ignored when it feels as if the public only likes you because they think they have the potential to see your brother. He felt as if when people look at him, all they think about is Kylian Mbappe, not Ethan Mbappe. He begins to contemplate if he should talk to you or not because he does not want to worry you, but he knew you were someone he could rely on. You and his brother have been dating for 3 years now, and anytime there was a minor convince- you always helped him no matter what. He shuts off his phone, deciding it is best to talk to you and begins to make his way into the kitchen.

You were preparing dinner as he was debating what to do. You put on some music and begin to prep your ingredients, carefully chopping and measuring everything. The kitchen smells amazing as you sauté garlic and onions in olive oil, adding in diced tomatoes and a sprinkle of spices.

Next, you start on the main course. You're making grilled chicken marinated in a savory mixture of soy sauce, honey, and ginger. You pat the chicken dry and place it on the grill, watching as it sizzles and cooks to perfection. While the chicken is cooking, you start on the side dish. You're making roasted sweet potatoes with a hint of cinnamon and brown sugar. You slice the sweet potatoes into thin rounds, toss them in a mixture of spices and oil, and place them in the oven to bake.

You can hear Ethan's footsteps when he enters the kitchen, indicating that the music was not played at an excessive volume. "It smells nice," he says as he takes a seat on the bar stool. You smile hearing his compliment, "I'm making chicken and roasted potatoes with asparagus for us!  Although your brother is supposed to arrive home later than expected, I don't think we should go hungry until then, am I right?," you chuckle. He scratches the side of his head and nods in agreement before saying, "Hey ummm... Can we talk for a moment, Y/N.... ,"  he murmurs the final phrase, "There's been something that just has been bothering me." 

 "Of course," you say, sensing that he wants to open up to you about something personal. 

 "It's just that...I feel like I'm always being compared to Kylian, you know? Everyone's always asking me if I'm going to be as good as him or just the media constantly nagging my every move. If I mess up just once I just get so much hate, and it's like...I don't know if I can live up to that."

 You nod sympathetically. "I can imagine that's a lot of pressure. But you don't have to be Kylian, you know? You can be your own player." 

"But that's the thing," Ethan says, looking frustrated. "I want to be my own player, but it feels like everyone's always talking about how I compare to him. Even I do it to myself sometimes."

 "Well, you're not alone," you say, trying to reassure him. "Lots of people compare themselves to others, but it's not always a helpful way to think. You're talented in your own right, and you don't have to measure up to anyone else's standards.” 

Ethan seems to relax a little, nodding along. "Yeah, I guess you're right. But it's hard not to think about it when it's all people ever talk about."

"I get that," you say as you walk over to grab two plates from the counter. "But you should focus on your own progress and improvement, not what other people think or say.  And even though you're young, you have such a huge opportunity to keep on learning and growing as a player. You have so much potential and you're constantly improving."

"But I keep making mistakes," he says with a sigh as he watches you beginning to prep the plates.

"Mistakes are a part of learning.You're going to make mistakes, but that doesn't mean you're not good enough. It means you're growing and learning. You have so much potential, and I believe in you. Just keep practicing, keep pushing yourself, and don't worry about what anyone else thinks or says. You're doing great." You speak while you put food on both plates, along with a fork and a knife, on each plate. 

 He stays quiet for a moment as he takes in the words that you tell him. A small smile appears on his face, seeming to feel a little better. "Thanks. I guess I just need to work harder."

You take both plates and set them both on the kitchen island, moving one over to Ethan as you explain, "You don't need to work harder, you just need to believe in yourself."

"And if you're really upset about it, you can always talk to Kylian about it," you say as you start chopping the roasted chicken into smaller pieces. " We both know how unfavorable the media can be toward him, and I am not a futebol star like you, so my advice may not be the greatest."

Ethan looks thoughtful. "Yeah, I guess I could talk to him about it. Thanks for listening, though. I feel like I can trust you.” He takes a bite of the asparagus.

 "Of course I'm always here if you need to talk! And even though I'm not the best futebol player, if you ever need someone to talk to or to practice with, I'm here for you. I mean who knows, maybe I'll just cross you up." You both laugh, knowing that you could definitely not do that.

When you two were eating the delicious supper you had prepared, neither of you realized that Kylian had arrived home earlier than intended and had heard all you said.

Kylian quietly opens the front door of his house and makes his way to the kitchen. As he approaches, he can hear the sound of your voice, and his younger brother's voice responding. Curiosity piqued, he peeks around the corner and sees you sitting with his brother, giving him some advice and offering some kind words. He doesn't want to interrupt, so he decides to listen in. As he hears you speak, he can't help but feel a sense of pride and admiration for you. You have always been a kind and caring person, but to see you taking the time to give his brother such motivational words is truly inspiring. Kylian takes a step back and leans against the wall, listening in to the conversation. He hears you tell his brother that he's capable of anything he sets his mind to, that he has so much potential, and that he doesn't need to compare himself to anyone else. Kylian can see the look of appreciation on his brother's face, and he can feel his own love for you grow even stronger. He thinks about how lucky he is to have you in his life, and how grateful he is for all the times you have encouraged him and supported him. He thinks about how you have always been there for him, through thick and thin, and how you always believed in him even when he didn't believe in himself.

In that moment, Kylian knows that he's found someone truly special, someone who brings out the best in him and in those around her. He knows that he'll always be grateful for your love and support, and he can't wait to see where your journey together will take you two.

[rubykgrant]

Rvb characters having a big harvest dinner together-

Church; F*CK thanksgiving, it's stupid, and turkey isn't even that good. We can do a big meal, but we're not having turkey. I like chicken, I'm making a chicken

Wash; Is that gonna be enough, though?

Church; FINE, I'll make TWO whole chickens, plus I'll get a big pack of legs so everybody can have one without Sarge trying to make a monster chymera-bird. I'll also get those thin-sliced chicken breasts for Caboose, because he likes dried-out bird meat for reasons I don't understand, but WHATEVER, I'll cook it all with the same seasonings

Wash; Still might need more meat. What about a ham?

Church; No, the rest of you can have ham for that OTHER holiday you're all obsessed with. If we need more, I'll... I'll make a pot roast. Happy now?

Wash; If it's too much trouble, we could just order some food, or go out to eat...

Church; NO! I am making roast chicken, with olive oil, broth, garlic salt, cracked peppercorn, parsley, dried chives, rosemary, and chopped shallots, and a pot roast with a tri-tip, with butter, a packet of stew mix with more garlic salt and pepper and chives added, golden potatoes, baby carrots, celery, and red onions! I'm gonna use the broths from the chicken to make the gravy, and then I'll make a TON of mashed potatoes and stuffing, but I'm not putting the stuffing IN the chicken, because that's stupid as hell and doesn't even work I don't care what anybody says, I'm just doing on the stove! I'm also gonna make sauteed zucchini squash and yellow crook-neck squash, and green beans, and three kinds of corn off the cob- golden corn, peaches and cream corn, and sweet silver corn! I'll make a big oven roasted vegetable tray, with more of the golden potatoes and baby carrots, and also mushrooms, yellow orange and red bell peppers, red onions, cauliflower, asparagus, with salt and pepper and rosemary and thyme! I get a can of jellied cranberry sauce and fresh cranberries, then mix it all together, I'll make spiced peaches with cinnamon and nutmeg and ginger! I'll do a pig pot of wild rice with butter and shallots mixed with the chicken broth! I'll make TWO apple crumbles with oatmeal, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove, a big pumpkin pie cheesecake, and a chocolate pudding pie! IS THAT ENOUGH?

Wash; Yeah, that sounds really good

Wash (to everybody else); Hey guys, Church is gonna make us all dinner!

Church; Wait. WAIT. You all need to help me, dammit! I hate peeling potatoes!

[najia-cooks]

[ID: A bowl full of a saucy lentil dish with a curved green chili for garnish. End ID]

العدس / L3des (Moroccan lentils)

Cumin, paprika, turmeric, and ginger complement the earthiness of the green lentils in this flavorful, filling dish.

This recipe is for a common, basic Moroccan home-cook preparation of lentils; other preparations also include diced potatoes, sun-dried cured meat (al guedid or al qadid / الݣديد or القديد), dried meat cooked in oil (al khli3 / الخليع), or squash.

Recipe under the cut!

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Ingredients:

2 cups (375g) green lentils, soaked in cool water for about 40 minutes

1 large yellow onion, grated

4 cloves garlic, grated or chopped

1/2 Tbsp ground turmeric

1/2 Tbsp ground ginger

1/2 Tbsp cumin seeds, toasted and ground

1 tsp black peppercorns, toasted and ground

1/2 Tbsp ground sweet paprika

1 Mediterannean bay leaf (laurel)

1 tomato, peeled and grated (about 1/2 cup)

1 Tbsp tomato paste (optional)

One bunch (1/2 cup) flat-leaf parsley

1 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 1/3 cup (800mL) water

Ground roasted cumin, paprika, or cayenne pepper, to serve (optional)

Instructions:

1. Pick over lentils for stones or other debris. Soak them in enough cool water to cover.

2. If using whole spices, toast black peppercorns on medium in a dry skillet for a few minutes until fragrant. Set aside. Toast cumin for a minute or two until fragrant. Allow spices to cool. Grind peppercorns and cumin with a mortar and pestle or in a spice mill.

3. Quarter and grate the tomato flesh-side-first, leaving the skin behind. You can also peel the tomato by placing it for one minute in just-boiled water, then removing its skin (if skin does not come off easily, soak for another minute); then purée it in a blender. Grate the onion and garlic, or pulse in a food processor.

4. Heat 3 Tbsp oil in a large pot on medium. Add onion, garlic, bay leaf, and parsley and cook, covered, for 2-3 minutes.

5. Add spices (turmeric, cumin, pepper, and paprika) and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

6. Add the tomato. Cover and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

7. Add the lentils and water. Bring to boil on high, then lower to a simmer. Cover and simmer until the lentils are tender, 25-30 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1 Tbsp of olive oil.

8. Simmer, uncovered, until the desired consistency is achieved. The dish should be very saucy, like a stew.

9. Add salt to taste. Serve with olive oil, sweet paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper at the table to top. Pair with a crusty bread, such as khobz.

Spice profiles vary somewhat for this dish, but typically include turmeric, ginger, and black pepper. Paprika and/or cumin are often added; sometimes, coriander or bay leaf is added as well.

Cooking methods also vary significantly. Some preparations cook a selection of the ingredients in oil before boiling, as I have called for; others add all ingredients to a pot and bring them to a boil together.

[littlefaefeather]

Black Butler manga foods/drinks

I'm sure I missed some things, but it was all things that weren't really named or specified, or I couldn't tell with certainty what they were. @sebastian-ciel-mutual-bullying this is for you! feel free to take and use as you need o7 Book 1 breakfast: poached salmon and mint salad with toast, scones, and pain de campagne on the sides, ceylon tea horribly salty lemonade dinner: Japanese green tea, gyuutatakidon, Italian red wine, apricot and green tea mille-feuille dessert: orchard fruit cake with pears, plums, and blackberries dessert: deep-dish apple raisin pie milk

Book 2 assam tea afternoon tea: keemun and summer pudding of currants and other berries lunch: stuffed cabbage and minted potato salad chocolate earl grey afternoon tea: cornmeal cake of pears and blackberries salty rosehip herbal tea

Book 3 hot milk with honey or brandy peeled apple assam tea with milk oranges with shalimar tea steak and kidney pie and salmon sandwiches messy birthday cake and donburi strawberry-decorated birthday cake

Book 4 fish chai with ginger breakfast: shrimp curry and French toast with ginger mackerel with gooseberry sauce and cottage pie

Book 5 British-style Bengali chicken curry chicken curry afternoon snack: gateau au chocolat beef curry blue lobster with seven curries curry bun assam tea white darjeeling tea champagne sushi

Book 6 Christmas pudding cookies shaped like bones fish and chips, meat pies, bread

Book 7 rice porridge dinner: milk risotto with a three-mushroom medley, a pot-au-feu of pork and wine, and a warm apple compote with yogurt sauce

Book 8 oranges afternoon tea: chocolate macarons with fruits and three-berry shortcake

Book 9 custard cream puffs red wine white wine brunch: herring pie and spinach quiche dinner: curry, and chopped vegetables for an appetizer

Book 10 dinner: soybean hamburg steaks

Book 11 elevenses: darjeeling tea and petits fours tonkatsu, shougayaki, tonjiru, tonshabu, yakiton

Book 12 cake with strawberries on top

Book 13 spiny lobster saute, roast turkey, sticky toffee pudding, fairy cakes (cupcakes) warm milk with honey

Book 14 watered-down darjeeling tea darjeeling tea dinner: roast duck and gateau chocolat

Book 15 golden syrup sponge pudding tea cakes lemon myrtle souffle glace with milk tea

Book 16 lunch: beef mince pie

Book 17 dessert: strawberries, cream, and meringue (Eton mess) with a side of iced summer pudding

Book 18 chicken pie coffee and walnut cake

Book 19 ravioli (maultaschen) and wurst soup, stewed pork with herbs and spices (eisbein), and rote grutze (sour berries boiled and chilled to jelly, served with cream) evening snack: caramel macarons, coffee cream eclairs, dark chocolate florentines. black tea ceylon tea

Book 22 earl grey tea with orange almond cake and berry tarts

Book 23 smoked salmon sandesh (milk sweets)

Book 24 soft licorice candy apples

Book 25 berry-filled pudding fish and chips and steak and ale pie gulab jamun (fried balls of dough drenched in syrup)

Book 29 kidney pie, fish and chips, and ale wild-hare pie tapioca steak

Book 30 nilgiri tea breakfast: pea soup, meatballs, croissants, boiled egg, orange jelly chicken and steamed vegetable salad, oxtail stew, pain de campagne with butter oolong tea

Book 31 candy cigarettes

[placeofwonder]

new year, let's go! not resolutions so much as lists.

general:

walk up all 7 of my town's hills

make progress on my big cross stitch of a lighthouse

write a few stories without trying to make them good

pasta quest (13)

books:

finish Howards End

Orlando

The Hidden Life of Trees

re-read the Inkworld trilogy and then read the new sequel

start the Rivers of London series over from the beginning

at least one David Almond novel

at least one Discworld novel

cooking:

asparagus and chilli linguine (from Cook As You Are)

soba noodles with lime, cardamom and avocado (from my recipe binder)

sweet potatoes with caramelised onions (from Small Victories)

dill-pickled cherry tomatoes (from Cook As You Are)

spam musubi (from this recipe maybe?)

halloumi and pomegranate salad (from Comfort & Spice)

watercress with smoked almond goat cheese scoops & grapes in red wine syrup (from Home Made Winter)

goat's cheese puffs with salsa (from Midnight Chicken)

chickpea soup with sweet potato and feta crackers (from Home Made Winter)

okonomiyaki (from my recipe binder)

bánh xèo (from this recipe maybe?)

beef burrito with harissa (from Cookery Course)

chicken rice (from The Year of Miracles)

grilled shrimp with feta and tomatoes (from Small Victories)

maple soy glazed salmon (from Flavour)

grilled chicken (from Small Victories)

miso chicken milanese with soba noodles (from Comfort)

ginger beer chicken (from Midnight Chicken)

chicken and leeks (from Small Victories)

roast chicken (from Midnight Chicken)

chicken stew with dumplings (from Heroes' Feast)

salami and fig pizza (from Cookery Course)

spicy pepperoni quiche (from How Baking Works)

caramelised onion pissaladière (from GBBO Everyday)

raspberry ginger cream pancakes (from Real Food Real Fast)

crêpes with roasted cherries (from Gatherings)

baking & drinks:

chocolate chip cookies (from Midnight Chicken)

marzipan, sour cherries and chocolate chip cookies (from The Year of Miracles)

rye and orange cookies (from Scandinavian Baking)

zimtsterne (from Heimwehküche Backen)

black sesame and matcha sandwich biscuits (from Flavour)

scones (from Comfort)

lemon & poppy seed muffins (from How Baking Works)

ginger & lemon muffins (from my recipe binder)

gingerbread muffins (from How Baking Works)

"black moss" cupcakes (from Exquisite Exandria)

coconut drizzle cake (from Studentenküche)

olive oil and orange cake (from Small Victories)

blackberry and marzipan apple pie (from Flavour)

maple apple puffs (GBBO Everyday)

franzbrötchen (from Heimwehküche Backen)

start working my way through Brilliant Bread (2 down, see here – next up: wholemeal bread)

poppy seed bread rolls (from Heimwehküche Backen)

crunchy bacon soda bread (from GBBO Everyday)

focaccia (from The Year of Miracles)

basil lemonade (from my recipe binder)

spiced hot chocolate (from Gatherings and/or Flavour)

white chocolate coffee (from Home Made Winter)

[beautyandlifestyleblog86]

Nutrient-dense meal prep recipes that are both healthy and delicious -

1. Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Bowls:

- Cook quinoa according to package instructions.

- Roast a variety of vegetables (such as bell peppers, zucchini, and broccoli) with olive oil, salt, and pepper in the oven until tender.

- Assemble bowls with quinoa, roasted vegetables, and a protein of your choice (such as grilled chicken or tofu).

- Drizzle with a homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs.

2. Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili:

- Brown ground turkey in a large pot with diced onions and garlic.

- Add in diced sweet potatoes, canned tomatoes, black beans, and spices (such as chili powder, cumin, and paprika).

- Let simmer until sweet potatoes are tender and flavors have melded together.

- Divide into individual containers for easy grab-and-go lunches or dinners.

3. Salmon and Asparagus Foil Packets:

- Preheat oven to 400°F.

- Place a piece of salmon fillet on a large piece of aluminum foil.

- Add trimmed asparagus spears, cherry tomatoes, and sliced lemon on top of the salmon.

- Drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs (such as dill or parsley).

- Seal the foil packet and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through.

- Serve with a side of quinoa or brown rice.

4. Chickpea and Vegetable Stir-Fry:

- Sauté diced bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots in a large skillet with olive oil.

- Add in cooked chickpeas and a sauce made from soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a touch of honey.

- Cook until vegetables are tender and sauce has thickened.

- Serve over brown rice or quinoa for a satisfying and nutrient-dense meal.

These recipes are all packed with nutrients and can be easily prepped ahead of time for quick and healthy meals throughout the week. Enjoy!

[abigailspinach]

Trick-or-Treat!

Treat! To you I give my go to sweet potato biscuit recipe. With marshmellow teef

Sweet Potato (and Marshmallow) Biscuits

Makes 12 to 14 2-inch biscuits

1 pound sweet potatoes (red skinned are my favorite) 1/3 cup (79 ml) buttermilk 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon (15 grams) baking powder 3 tablespoons (38 grams) granulated sugar 1 teaspoon ground (2 grams) cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon (2 grams) table salt 5 tablespoons (71 grams) unsalted butter, cold 1 cup miniature marshmallows (optional)

The day before or a couple hours in advance: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place sweet potato on a tray and roast until soft, about 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool completely in skin (the fridge can speed this up) then peel. Either run potato flesh through a potato ricer or mash it until very smooth. You’re looking for 3/4 cup (191 grams) sweet potato puree (I get closer to 1 1/3 cups from 1 pound. Melt some salted butter over any remainder and sprinkle with chives — happy lunch!)

You’ll probably have turned your oven off by now, so preheat it again to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Whisk 3/4 cup reserved sweet potato puree with buttermilk until smoothly combined. Keep nearby.

In the bottom of a large, wide-ish bowl, whisk flours, baking powder, sugar, spices and salt together. If you have a pastry blender, add the butter (if you have a sturdy pastry blender, no need to chop it first) and use the blender to cut the butter into the flour mixture until the biggest pieces are the size of small peas. If you don’t have a pastry blender, cut the butter into small pieces with a knife and work the butter into the flour mixture with your fingertips until the mixture resembles a coarse meal.

For both methods, continue by adding the sweet potato mixture and stir and break it up until the mixture is in big, soft chunks. Get your hands in the bowl and gently knead the dough into an even mass, using as few motions as possible (and thus, warming the dough as little as possible.).

With marshmallows: Roll or pat dough out on a floured counter to a 1/2-inch thickness and divide evenly in half. Sprinkle marshmallows loosely over half of dough. Place the second half on top of marshmallow and use rolling pin to gently press the sides together, keeping the final dough thickness at a full inch.

Without marshmallows: Roll or pat dough out on a floured counter to a 1-inch thickness.

Both methods: Dip a 2-inch biscuit cutter in flour then form biscuits by cutting straight down and not twisting — this will help give your biscuits the maximum rise. Bake biscuits on prepared sheet for 13 to 15 minutes, until puffed and slightly golden on top. Cool on rack and enjoy as soon as possible.

Do ahead: Biscuits are best on the first day that they’re baked. To make them ahead of time, arrange cut biscuits on a tray to freeze them. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag until needed. Bake at same temperature straight from freezer; biscuits will take about 2 minutes longer to bake.

[terrasu]

What I made when I had/was asked to use/had leftover components bought for another meal that was to use up something...

I'm sad that Tom Thumb no longer does Monopoly, but I'm also not sad. However, "Buy Nothing" means a lot of too-expired-to-donate food ends up in my house...

Made July 24th, 2024

Spinach

Spinach, feta, corn muffins

Greek Mac and cheese (add lemon, dill, and other Greek flavors)

(&filo) Saag Paneer Spanakopita

Strawberry pecan salad

Apples

Apple and honey challah (saute apples to soften)

Honeycrisp Salad

Apple Cheese Soup (not great leftover)

Apple Crumble

(& peach) Apple-peach crisp

Apple Pie

Sourdough Starter to use

Slow-rise challah (caution: has taken me 11 and 20+ hours the two times I've made it.)

Sourdough Pretzel buns

Strawberries

Strawberry scones

Almond milk/almond flour

(& bananas) Almond Banana bread

Pumpkin puree

Pumpkin mac and cheese

Pumpkin curry

More basil pesto than we had ice cube trays

Pesto lasagna (heavy, greasy, and rich. Find way to 'thin' with additions)

Lentils

Mujadara

Rotisserie chicken

(& plenty of frozen basil pesto) Pesto chicken salad

Skillet Chicken Chilaquiles

Avgolemono Soup

Pepperoni

Pizza Pasta

Pizza Quinoa

Bell Peppers

Peperonata (add acid to balance the sweetness from the tomatoes and watch all tomato amounts, can be overwhelming)

Burrata Stuffed Peppers

Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage Fajitas (our house is a chicken-apple or kielbasa house, which work fine)

Okra

Bhindi Masala (idk what to do about the mango powder.)

Potatoes

Vegan Tikka Masala

Potato and chicken with Dijon cream sauce (cook onions + green beans before making sauce)

Skillet Potatoes

Garlic Chickpea soup

Hungarian Goulash (life-changing)

Cauliflower

(& potato) Aloo Gobi

Cajun Seasoning

Cajun Chicken Pasta

Green/Red Cabbage

Caramelized green cabbage pasta

Roasted green cabbage

Red cabbage soup

Bulgar Wheat

Bulgar Pilaf

Pineapple (fresh or canned)

Pineapple Ginger Chicken Stir Fry

Pistachio

Pistachio Pasta

Broccoli

Broccoli Pasta (strange.)

(& frozen edamame) Asian Broccoli Salad w/ peanut sauce

Parsley

Parsley, red onion, chickpea sumac salad (cut onion paper-thin/mandoline and massage spices in well)

Salad dressing

Beets

Beet Salad (involved, looks like murder. Dangerous to eat)

Sweet Potato

Black bean burger

Chili Lime Chicken and Sweet Potato

Sweet Potato and Chili Casserole

Sweet potato and quinoa bake

Brussels Sprouts

Warm Brussels sprouts and Bacon Salad (don't at me)

Crisp gnocchi with Brussels Sprouts

Small tomatoes (grape, cherry, etc)

Pesto Chicken with roasted tomato

Bok Choy

Sesame Ginger Bok Choy

Cilantro

(& lime) Cilantro Lime Black beans and rice

(& lime, Salmon) Baked Cilantro Lime Salmon

Asparagus

Simple Sesame Asparagus

Misc. fruit excesses

Dump cake (have made with apple pie filling, so as long as proportions stay solid, I think it's good)

Cherry Chocolate chip bread

Blueberry pie filling

Clementine orange upside-down cake

Cranberry curd tart

Mango Lassi

Grape Sorbet

Jalapeno candy (this post is nearly crashing my computer, tilde another day)

Yogurt

Yogurt Cake

[disneythingsilike]

Twisted Wonderland at Tokyo Disney Resort

『ディズニーツイステッドワンダーランド』の各寮をイメージした特別なコース料理が、期間限定で提供されます！

[Twisted Wonderland] Special course meals inspired by each dormitory will be available for a limited time at Disney Ambassador Hotel! !

Here is the website for details about the location, the Empire Grill restaurant, as well as how to make reservations.

The price for each set is 13,000 yen, which is roughly $88. Starting at the beginning of the month of April, special courses will be offered over 8 periods that last a week each.

The first period ran from April 1st-7th with Heartslabyul being that period's theme.

The Heartslabyul Set details:

~Plate in the top center~ Strawberry scented gazpacho red snow crab brandade

~Big plate with the card suits on the left~ Galician style octopus Sardine and paprika confit Beef falsomagro Grilled scallop and salpicon salad Grilled salmon marinaded in dill sauce Beef tongue arancini

~Plate in the top left corner~ Green onion and scallop linguine with garlic and oil awa-odori chicken consommé soup

~Plate in top right corner~ Grilled domestic beef sirloin with fresh onion puree Peperonata and beef jus

The dessert plate at the bottom is a white yogurt rose with mandarin orange sorbet inside that you can 'paint' red with mixed berry sauce.

The set also came with a Heartslabyul Dorm charm.

The Heartslabyul Magical Drink costs ¥1,600 It contains apple juice, grape juice, iced tea, rose syrup, and strawberry syrup.

Coffee and tea are also available.

The second period will run from May 13th-19th with Savanaclaw as the theme.

The Savanaclaw set details:

~Plate in top center~ Cold fresh green onion soup and Parmesan tuile beef extract consommé jelly

~Big plate on the left~ Pear compote with prosciutto Spinach and bacon cake salé with semi-dried tomatoes Daisen chicken rillettes and gougères with Ras El Hanout accent Braised lamb and turmeric couscous Colorful pickled vegetables 3 kinds of port in aspic and mustard

~Soup Plate in top left corner~ Beef shank and chickpea potage

~Plate in top right corner~ Grilled lamb and roasted vegetables Chimichurri and thyme flavored beef jus

~Dessert plate on bottom right~ Mango mousse on banana confiture with lime and ginger sorbet.

This set also comes with a corresponding dorm charm.

The Savanaclaw Magical Drink looks like a yellow version of the Heartslabyul one. It contains grape juice, green tea, grapefruit juice, and pear syrup.

The third period will feature the Octavinelle Dorm and run from June 24th-30th.

The Octavinelle set details:

~Plate at top center~ Cassis jelly and mascarpone mousse Mini fishcake burger

~Big plate in bottom left~ Seasonal vegetable grecque and dried mullet roe Grilled octopus and mustard-flavored risoni consommé jelly Grilled marinated scallop with blood orange sauce with a side of caviar Flounder brandade and marinated angel shrimp on bamboo charcoal toast Escargot croquette with shellfish sauce aurore Herb marinated salmon with hibiscus pepper

~Plate at top left corner~ Squid ink spaghetti with seafood ragu Garnished with orange

~Plate in top right corner~ Grilled beef fillet with mushroom fricassee and purple sweet potato puree Ris de veau frites and spiced beef jus

~Dessert plate~ Blueberry mousse in blueberry confiture with apricot sorbet

This set also comes with a corresponding dorm charm.

The Octavinelle Magical Drink looks like a purple version of the Heartslabyul one. It contains grapefruit juice, lemonade, butterfly pea flower syrup and lychee syrup.

The website teases that sets for Scarabia, Pomfiore, Ignihyde, and Diasomnia will be "-Coming Soon-"

A "Secret" set is also teased. It seems that it will come after Diasomnia.

[reitziluz]

orange soup

there are only two soups, Red Soup and Orange Soup. both are a loose collection of Soup Thoughts that materialize into a giant pot of soup when i zone out and listen to a podcast for an hour or a few. this time i remembered to jot some notes down only a day after making the soup.

if you like the idea of being able to eat pumpkin pie filling for dinner, but want it still to be a savory meal, you'll like this soup.

ingredience

equal amounts of butternut squash and sweet potatoes, roasted

about a quarter of that in onions and carrots

more oil than you think. more.

just a bit of starchy potato for texture

fresh ginger and garlic, measured by heart

chili of your choice, to your tolerance

orange spices, e.g. coriander, cumin, turmeric

stock

miso paste

soy sauce, mirin, and rice vinegar (the delicious triad)

coconut cream

method

main notes: i did most of the chopping while i was waiting for other stuff to cook. i chopped everything way tinier than was strictly necessary because i wanted to keep the cooking times as short as possible. you want everything done and the flavors to mingle and mellow, but longer cooking times eventually obliterate garlic and ginger.

get your squash and sweet potato cut up to chunks, oiled, and roasted in the oven for about half an hour at around 225°C. they should be on a single layer on the tray, do multiple batches if necessary. it's okay if they burn a little at the edges. you want them properly roasted and sweet.

if you have an electric kettle, fill it up and get yourself some boiling water for later.

put a pot on medium heat. coat the bottom of your pot with oil. be generous about it.

finely chopped onion goes in. you could caramelize it, but it's enough to get it very translucent and with some color.

finely chopped carrots go in. cook until softened.

garlic, ginger, and chili go in. push the onions and carrots to the sides to give them a clearing in the middle of the pot. add some more oil for them to cook in. do not let them burn or even brown.

orange spices go in. let them toast in the oil for a bit.

once things smell good OR you notice you're risking burning something, add your hot water. remember to leave space for the rest of the ingredients. vigorously stir and scrape the bottom so that nothing is left stuck.

slap in your stock cube or powder or what have you.

add your potatoes (this assumes you have chopped them down to the size of half a matchstick. this is feasible, as i only used three smallish medium potatoes for a combined 3kg of squash and sweet potato.)

either finish roasting your squash and sweet potatoes, or clean up a little while you let the potatoes cook for a sec.

then add the squash and sweet potatoes. if they're not straight from the oven, crank up the heat a little to keep things simmering.

add miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, and coconut cream basically to taste.*

lower the heat and let everything cook for a bit so everything is at gently simmering temp and the flavors mingle. taste it and add seasonings if you feel like it's missing something. i added more of all of my orange spices and some dried ginger and garlic too.

i recommend adding more grated fresh ginger at the end for a really zingy soup.

take the pot off the heat and attack the soup with a stick blender. if it ends up too thick, add more liquid to it. but you do want it thick.

cover with a lid and let it rest** while you tidy up and finish preparing any sides.

serve garnished with e.g. chili flakes, scallions, herbs, crushed nuts, drizzle of oil or sour cream or something, along a protein (i fried tofu slices) and some dunking bread.

bone apple tea!

*i think cooking wine and apple cider or other vinegar could work well too, i just have mirin and rice vinegar because i cook a lot of vaguely japanese food. nut creams or plain ol' dairy cream would work too, cream cheese even. **DO NOT let a Soup Volcano happen. the soup volcano happens if you put the soup back on the hob you used for cooking. even if you turned it off before taking the soup off for blending, it will not have had enough time to cool. the soup will be hot and thick enough so a pot-sized bubble will burst through and then you'll have to wipe soup globs from your walls and ceiling. you can put the soup on a new hob and turn that on very low heat to keep it warm while you finish up. this might not be an issue on a gas stove, but be careful anyway.

[theink-stainedfolk]

Happy STS Zehra!! 💛✨

Do your OCs celebrate Thanksgiving? If so, what dish are they making and bringing? 👀💫

Thank you for your question♡♡♡

Yes, Shion and Raoul, from Eclipsed Hearts, would definitely celebrate Thanksgiving, albeit with their own unique twist on the holiday! They might attend a gathering with fellow vampires and humans, blending traditions to create a fun and memorable experience.

They'd bring Pumpkin Spice Blood Pudding (lol)

Shion and Raoul decide to make a pumpkin spice blood pudding, a creative dish that pays homage to traditional pumpkin pie while embracing their vampire nature. This sweet and spicy pudding is made with real pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a dash of vanilla, blended with a rich, dark blood base (perhaps a mix of animal blood for flavor, keeping it ethical and within vampire norms).

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Saville and Arce from Under the Knife

Saville is not the traditional family type, and Thanksgiving is mostly a nuisance for him. However, he acknowledges the day as an opportunity to indulge in some culinary creativity. Given his snarky personality and a penchant for the unexpected, he decides to bring an unconventional dish: pumpkin ravioli with sage brown butter sauce. He’ll make it from scratch, enjoying the process of crafting the delicate pasta and filling. While he might roll his eyes at the idea of "family time," he finds solace in the kitchen, where he can exert control and express his culinary skills.

Arce, on the other hand, has a more complex relationship with Thanksgiving. He values the connections with. To celebrate, he brings a smoked turkey breast that he prepared himself, having learned to appreciate the art of cooking as a means of bonding with others. He might also whip up mashed potatoes with garlic and chives, showcasing a softer side as he attempts to impress Saville and make the gathering a little less tense. He enjoys the opportunity to create something delicious for others, perhaps trying to atone for some of his darker past.

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Aster, Piper and Alethea from Shades of Erudition

Asterion 'Aster' Carter

Dish: Herb-Crusted Roasted Turkey

He would source high-quality ingredients and pay close attention to the details, marinating the turkey with a blend of herbs and spices he meticulously selects. The presentation would be elegant, showcasing his culinary skills and adding a touch of sophistication to the Thanksgiving table.

Piper Redmond

Dish: Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow Topping

He would be the one to add the marshmallow topping, using it as an opportunity to lighten the mood and make jokes about “the best part of Thanksgiving.” His dish would be a bit messy but filled with love and humor, reflecting his vibrant personality. Piper might even sneak in some unique spices or nuts to surprise everyone, showcasing his creativity and flair for fun in the kitchen.

Alethea Pierce

Dish: Cranberry Sauce with a Twist

Why: Alethea, with her sharp intellect and creativity, would prepare a homemade cranberry sauce that stands out from the usual recipe. She might infuse her sauce with orange zest, ginger, and a hint of cinnamon, giving it a unique flavor profile that surprises everyone at the table. This dish would reflect her personality—classic yet innovative, with a touch of warmth and sophistication.

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Rosaire and Leslie from Crimson Threads

Rosaire, with his penchant for charm and sophistication, takes on the role of the host and prepares a luxurious roasted turkey, seasoned to perfection and garnished with fresh herbs. He believes that a perfectly cooked turkey is a staple of any Thanksgiving gathering, and he uses this occasion to show off his culinary skills.

Leisle, on the other hand, takes a more playful approach. He decides to make a dessert—pumpkin spice cupcakes with cream cheese frosting. He knows Rosaire loves to impress, and he wants to bring something fun and casual to balance out the elegance of the turkey. Leisle also throws in a few surprises, like adding unexpected spices and a hint of chocolate to the cupcakes, making them a delightful twist on the traditional dish.

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I hope you enjoyed this. Yes it is not systematic, i tend to get confused with the aesthetics.

Thank you once again ♡♡♡

[lusifernocturne]

The Grim Kraken

Located near the dock, it has three stories plus a basement used for storage. The top floor is off limits to guest as the innkeepers and their family live there. The bottom floor has a large tavern, a communal room with 12 beds(renting a bed and chest in the room is 5cp), and 6 small single rooms(8cp). The middle floor has 8 rooms with two single beds(2sp), 5 rooms with a double bed(5sp), and 3 rooms with two double beds(8sp).

Innkeeper: Sirus and Passion(Tiefling couple), with their kids Art(17 year old boy), Wit(14 year old girl), Naza(11 year old girl), Mavzer(5 year old boy), and Dexez(8 year old Leonin who was left on their door step as a baby).

Menu (or average price of a room/meal): Roasted Oxen and Dried Watercress with a tankard of ale (7 cp),  Goat and Quail Egg Omelets, served with lingonberrys(4sp), Roasted hazelnuts and fresh apples with a strip of bear jerky and a wedge of ripe cheese(10sp), Celebratory Goat Stew with assorted fruits, nuts, and cheeses(10cp), Spicy Jambalaya with crispy eel skin strips on top(8sp), Bread pudding with extra sharp dire goat cheese, comes with a side of grilled onions and carrots(10sp), meatloaf with garlic bread and potato edges(9cp), Shrimp Salad(8cp), Salmon Burgers with lettuce/spinach, tomato, and red onion with a side of fries(6sp), Seafood Gumbo, rice, corn bread, and fried okra(9sp), Clam Chowder, bread, and side salad(4sp), Fish and chips(8cp), baked or grilled fish with apple walnut slaw(2sp), pancakes with bacon/sausage, 2 eggs cooked to your taste, and mixed fruit(3sp), Stewed Mutton and grilled cabbage(4cp), Vegetable Stew(3cp), Wheat Porridge(3cp), Stewed Mutton and Soft Cheese(4cp), tankard of Mead(2cp), tankard of Ale(2cp), tankard of Rum(5cp-10sp depending on quality), tankard of local fruit wine(10cp-12sp), tankard of beer(2cp), and the special brew menu made by Passion.

Rumors: Ruins in the woods, imports, items of interest, and local jobs.

Passion's special brew menu:

Tarnation - A strong spiced cider served warm and traditionally drank as quickly as possible after a boisterous cheer or a lewd drinking song. Enchantmented with the effect of the consumer belching a small flame right after ingesting.(20gp)

The Sweet Roll - flavors of cinnamon and sugar blend with the strong scent of rum. The drinker gains an additional 1d4 to any pickpocket attempts for the next hour.(15gp)

The Chromatic - 5 different shots, one for each color of the different dragons. One is black and syrupy, one blue and gives a tingly feeling, one is on fire, one is green and tastes a bit minty, the last is white and frosts the closest things. They are mixed together and separate in the cup making a very nice presentation.(30gp)

Ginger Ale - Wait, this doesn’t taste like ginger at all... An ale that turns your hair ginger, effect lasts for 1d6 days.(10gp)

For Phoenix’s Sake - a local sake or rice wine, popular with priests.(20sp)