Ready for more chili? It’s Jason again, with the third installment of our four week chili series. So far we have had our white bean turkey chili and our smoky chipotle chili. This week I am posting something for our vegeterian followers. This one is really stretching the meaning of the term chili. Purists will scoff at this recipe, but as you know, at GypsyPlate we sometimes get a little off the beaten path with our recipes....
This vibrant Watermelon Salad is just what you need on any hot summer day. Our recipe is a perfect balance of sweet, juicy watermelon chunks, fresh mint leaves, tangy feta cheese, and a hint of lemon and honey for an added zesty kick. Plus we have one unique ingredient that really elevates this watermelon salad to the top. Yes, pistachios!! You’re going to love this… Seriously, you don’t need tons of add-ins in this simple summer salad....
Whether it’s the world-famous paella, the tantalizing tapas, the succulent Jamón Ibérico, or the indulgent churros, the food in Spain is a celebration of flavors. Each region of Spain boasts its own specialties, showcasing local ingredients and culinary techniques. Whether you’re savoring seafood on the coast, indulging in hearty stews in the countryside, or exploring the bustling food markets in cities, the food in Spain is a true reflection of the country’s vibrant culture and passion for gastronomy....
It starts with stir frying wheat noodles, and I usually add chicken or sometimes pork for the protein. I toss in whatever vegetables I have on hand, like cabbage, carrots, and onions. The standout feature for me is the Yakisoba sauce – a delightful blend of Worcestershire (yes!! how come that’s in Japanese food?), soy, and oyster sauces with a hint of sugar and ketchup, and sometimes mirin. I will tell you all about this street food staple, which has spread all throughout Japanese dining culture, from the fanciest teppanyaki grill restaurants of Tokyo to the most humble standing bars in the countryside....
Baby Carrot Recipes Getting the kids to eat their recommended servings of veggies each day can be a challenge—to say the least! Carrots are one of those staple vegetables that many of us buy each week, whether in full size of baby carrot form, so I wanted to share my favorite recipes for carrots to give you some new ideas to try. Favorite Recipes to Try Some of these recipes call specifically for packaged baby carrots, others for young full size carrots, and others for any kind....
Sandwiches for Kids There’s nothing wrong with a classic, simple peanut butter (or sunflower seed butter) and jelly or turkey sandwich, but if you’re looking for other options or simple ways to change those up, these ideas will help. All of these sandwiches for kids can be served to little and big kids—younger kids may need some adjustments made—and each is a simple lunch idea for kids. Try these as packed lunch ideas, as toddler lunches for daycare, or as 5-minute homemade lunch ideas....
We love bagels in our house, and for those times I run out or simply want a homemade option, this easy bagel recipe is the one that I turn to. I love that this dough comes together in minutes, that we can add any toppings we like, and that they are soft and tender—which means them super easy for little kids to chew. These are great fresh out of the oven, toasted with cream cheese or butter, as bread for a sandwich (I love that option!...
That’s why we compiled this list of Crockpot Chicken Breast Recipes. Because we like easy and we like delicious. This list is really diverse, with foods like fajitas, stews, curries and so much more. Cook your way through all of these amazing crockpot chicken breast recipes, and be sure to let us know your favorite! Crockpot Chicken Breast Recipes: 1. Crockpot Crack Chicken Let’s start this list of crockpot chicken breast recipes with our Crockpot Crack Chicken, which is super easy to make....
This is for the people who like sushi, but are looking for a simple approach. Rather than the tedious way of trying to roll seafood, veggies and rice inside a sheet of nori, how about artfully arranging it all in a bowl? Add some colorful accompaniments and make a pretty-to-look-at dish with lots of appealing tastes and textures. This bowl happens super fast. All you need is a little bit of this and a little bit of that, with the star of course being some sushi grade fish!...
We ALWAYS enjoy our apple pie served a la mode, so it just makes sense to make an ice cream version of one of our favorite desserts! And with apples coming into season while it’s still plenty hot for the summer, it’s a for sure win to enjoy a scoop of apple pie ice cream. Of course, you can make ice cream year round, and we love seasonal flavors like Pumpkin Ice Cream and Peppermint Ice Cream....
Spinach Pancakes I never thought that my older daughter would be such a fan of green pancakes, but just when you think you know your kiddo, they go and surprise you! It turns out that she’ll eat pretty much anything in pancake form. This (and Spinach Pesto and my Spinach Muffins) are by far her preferred ways to get her greens. I love how these are both easy to make and they’re so easy for the kids to enjoy....
Baby Food Combinations Moving from single ingredient baby foods to combinations in stage 2 baby food is such a fun stage of feeding babies because things can get so much more flavorful and interesting! And it means that you can batch cook basic purees and then combine them in so many delicious ways to keep things interesting and nutrition varied. And while I am not opposed to sometimes buying baby food, each of these ideas is super easy—even if you are very busy....
Christmas Activities for Kids We’ll be spending a lot of time at home this December, which isn’t unlike the rest of this year BUT I do think it’s a great time to get a little more festive with our activities. To help my own outlook as we countdown to the holidays and have fun with the kids, I have a list of doable Christmas activities—including easy recipes to make together and fun craft projects....
This is what a typical Puerto Rican or Cuban momma cooks regularly. Why? It’s easy, it’s quick and it’s delicious in its simplicity. Bistec Encebollado, simply meaning Steak and Onions in Spanish. If you don’t know Bistec Encebollado… well, it’s about time you learn. 🙂 Spanish Cuisine in Caribbean Countries Spanish food is very complex in flavor. It’s not hot or spicy, but always well seasoned and full bodied with the generous use of spices and herbs....
I’ve been making Overnight Oats for my kids since they were babies. My recipe for how to make overnight oats uses applesauce with yogurt as the base is a forever favorite and I am so happy to share a new one with you today that has a lot of versatility with flavor options. These blended overnight oats are easy to make, work so well as a make-ahead breakfast, and can be made with any berry or many fruits that you like....
I love to make this healthy muffin recipe on weekends to store and serve for quick breakfasts and snacks throughout the week. These muffins store extremely well in the fridge and are great served chilled or slightly warmed up. The flavor is bursting with natural sweetness from the fruit and they are full of nutritious ingredients including oats and eggs. This muffin recipe for kids comes together really easily in a food processor, which quickly turns the whole ingredients into a nutrient-packed batter....
Rich and meaty, it simmers for hours. But at the end, it’s so worth the wait when you take your first bite of the perfect final product. This isn’t your basic weeknight Spaghetti Sauce, it’s a culinary work of art! We have a lot of pasta nights around here. And many of them are quick under-30-minute affairs like Pasta e Piselli, Shrimp fra Diavolo or Kielbasa Pasta. But when we want something really special, something that takes a bit of time and love, it’s hard to beat Bolognese!...
What’s your favorite dish to order at a Chinese restaurant? I’m really bad at picking favorites, but any dish that includes a black bean sauce is definitely up at the top of my list. I love that it’s a bit spicy, and I love the depth of flavor you get from the fermented black bean paste. My biggest problem with restaurant versions is that they tend to be rather heavy for every-day sort of eating....
Use it on wings, or for giving a variety of dishes some serious heat. We love the freshness of making our own homemade sauces. And when it comes to spicy, we have some great ones like Peri Peri Sauce and Bulgogi Sauce. This latest addition to our collection is a real American classic… What is Buffalo Sauce? Buffalo sauce is a zesty condiment that hails from Buffalo, New York, where it was first concocted in 1964 at the Anchor Bar by Teressa Bellissimo....
This Butter Pecan Ice Cream Pie is the sweetest way to serve one of the best old-fashioned ice cream flavors this summer. Rich swirls of butterscotch sauce and buttered pecans boost the flavor of your favorite butter pecan ice cream in this semi-homemade dessert that is guaranteed to receive oohs and ahhs when you serve it at your next dinner party! An easy ice cream pie recipe is one of my secrets to simple summer entertaining....
