appetizer, Brunch, Dips, Recipes, Sauces, Seafood

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Mini Cakes with Asian Vinaigrette

Bacon wrapped shrimps are a popular appetizer, and with no wonder, as the bold flavor of the crispy-salty-smoky bacon, pairs beautifully with the more delicate flavor of the shrimp. Continue reading “Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Mini Cakes with Asian Vinaigrette”

appetizer, Brunch, Cheese, Recipes, Snack

Multi Grain Spicy Baked Cheese Balls

Pepper Jack is the spicy version of Monterey Jack cheese, a semi-soft cheese that originated in California. It relies mostly on jalapeno peppers for the mild spicy flavor, which works beautifully with its’ creamy texture. This made the cheese a good ingredient to start with, when creating the following baked cheese balls. Continue reading “Multi Grain Spicy Baked Cheese Balls”

appetizer, Bakes, Brunch, Cheese, Recipes, Vegetables

Onions, Yogurt and Parmesan Cheese Savory Muffins

The following savory muffins will delight anyone who loves sautéed onions, as they contain a hefty amount of them. This time, I aimed at sautéing the onions only until they were soft, not  caramelized, as I wanted to retain a less sweetish onion flavor, that will pair well with the yogurt. Continue reading “Onions, Yogurt and Parmesan Cheese Savory Muffins”

Chicken, Entree, Recipes, Rice, Vegetables

Chicken Drumsticks with Succotash and Rice

Succotash is a tasty American dish, which has many variations, and is often served at Thanksgiving dinner. All the variations start with a basic mix of corn and Lima beans (or other types of beans). The combination of grain and legumes is highly nutritious, as it contains all the essential amino acids. Continue reading “Chicken Drumsticks with Succotash and Rice”

Cheese, Dips, Entree, Recipes, turkey

Turkey Burgers with Halloumi Cheese and Herbs

If you follow this blog for a while, you know by now that I hardly ever use store bought ground meat, and always prefer to grind it a home. However, as fresh turkey legs/thighs were not available for the turkey burgers I’ve had in mind, I went with the next best option: ground dark turkey meat from a local farm. Continue reading “Turkey Burgers with Halloumi Cheese and Herbs”

appetizer, Bread, Brunch, Food, Muffins, Recipes

Savory Scallions, Red Pepper and Olives Muffins

If you get up in the morning and feel like having some fresh bread that doesn’t require lots of work, these quick “all in one bowl” savory muffins are the answer. Continue reading “Savory Scallions, Red Pepper and Olives Muffins”

Brunch, Fish, Food, Recipes

Herbed Fish Cakes

Herbed Fish Cakes Ronit PensoThese fish cakes are loaded with fresh herbs and Asian inspired flavors. They are quick and easy to make and are perfect as a light appetizer or as part of brunch buffet. Continue reading “Herbed Fish Cakes”

appetizer, Brunch, Fish, Food, Recipes

Smoked Salmon Mousse

Smoked Salmon Mousse Ronit PensoGood quality smoked salmon is a true delicacy that can be used and served in numerous ways. Here is a recipe for a tasty and easy to prepare smoked salmon mousse, with two serving suggestions: served as is, or wrapped in smoked salmon. A third option of serving the mousse is to pipe it on crackers or sliced cucumbers, and serve as finger-food.
Any way you choose to serve it, I’m sure you’ll enjoy the results.

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appetizer, Brunch, Cheese, Food, Recipes, Salad, Side dishes, Vegetables

Feta and Scallions Stuffed Tomatoes * Tomato and Bread Salad

Feta and Scallions Stuffed Tomatoes Ronit Penso

Summertime means lots of salads with fresh ripe tomatoes. However, sometimes it’s nice to use the tomatoes for other purposes, such as in the recipe here, for tomatoes stuffed with a tasty cheese mixture.
This doesn’t mean we’ll skip the tomato salad option altogether. Quite the contrary, the scooped inner part will be a base for a quick and tasty salad.

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Bread, breakfast, Brunch, Food, Muffins, Recipes

Corn Muffins with Italian Sausage and Goat Cheese

Corn Muffins with Italian Sausage and Goat Cheese Ronit PensoThese quick and easy to prepare corn muffins, are the perfect breakfast or brunch bread. They are moist and crumbly, savory and a bit sweet and hot at the same time, and with the added sausage and goat cheese, they make a meal on their own. For brunch, or light lunch, serve them with a green salad, or with a bowl of light soup.

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Peanut Butter -Coconut Milk Sauce Ronit Penso
Chicken, Entree, Food, Meat, Sauces, Seafood, Uncategorized, Vegetables

Spicy, Sweet and Fragrant: Peanut Butter-Coconut Milk Sauce

peanut butter coconut milk sauce ronit penso

This tasty and versatile sauce combines two of my favorite ingredients – peanut butter and coconut milk. Continue reading “Spicy, Sweet and Fragrant: Peanut Butter-Coconut Milk Sauce”