This is one of my “making use of leftovers”-recipes. Approach: Search the fridge, grab what I get and just try to cook something tasty. Outcome: tasty or not tasty. This one I labelled with “tasty”.
My Small Steamer Basket
I did not own a steamer basket for a long time because all products I knew were way too large for my kitchen with only little space left. One day I spotted this small steamer basket. Fantastic! This basket does not take much space in my kitchen cupboard. Since then I regularly steam vegetables. Especially if I am short of time as it is a very quick method. Additionaly nutrients are retained.
I decided to buy the smaller basket (14 cm in diameter). It works in all pots I have.
Warming Almond-Turmeric-Drink
I enjoy this drink preferably on cold days. Only a few ingredients required, the drink will be quickly prepared and will smell lovely. So if the weather will not fit for outdoor activities, stay at home on your couch just sipping this warming drink.
Homemade Jerky
For what reason homemade? Take a look at the ingredient list next time at the supermarket. Then you will know why. I just like to know, what is in my food respectively I try to keep ingredients out of my nutrition that are barely spellable.
Measuring Cups and Spoons
As you can see in the recipes I mainly use measuring cups and spoons. It was unfamiliar in the beginning. Meanwhile I do not miss the scale anymore.
I ordered at amazon.de. But you can find those in department stores, too. There are most diverse shapes available. I prefer the oval shape because it makes it easier to scoop from most different jars, canisters etc.
Cinnamon
I add cinnamon to yogurt, minced meat, fruits, curry powder, chocolate, I use it for baking, I stir it in tea or smoothies. There are many options for cinnamon.
I like cinnamon as it tastes and smells so good. Furthermore it is a very kind spice because of its numerous health benefits. My favorites are the positive effect on blood sugar and the anti-bacterial effect. A half of a teaspoon a day can have some effects. You should use the Ceylon cinnamon.
My Food Dehydrator
Actually this machine is a bit voluminous in my small kitchen. Nonetheless I do not want to miss this dehydrator anymore. It creates great jerky or veggie chips.
I am pleased with my choice because this machine dehydrates evenly over all shelves, it is easy to clean and it works nearly noiseless.
Chocolate-Coated Strawberries
Well, strawberries are delicious. Chocolate is delicious, too. But strawberries plus chocolate… this is incredibly delicious! It is fun to coat fruits with chocolate. And before you know it… you will enjoy your treat.
Warm White Bean Salad with Carrots and Bell Pepper
A tasty breakfast. Additionally it will lighten even a grey morning because of the bright color. This salad is quickly cooked. Lightly cooled it is perfect on warm summer days, too.
Okra with Cherry Tomatoes and Cashews
Okra… a produce that I didn’t care about for a long time. I knew that they can be really slimy. This was nothing I was interested in. Then I spotted them in Istanbul… and I thought they should be worth a try. Well, I cooked a lot of okra in diverse ways. Mostly not successfully. So I – as well as my husband as he does not like okra anyway – was not so happy more than once. Eventually there was a winner. So I like to cook this recipe from time to time.
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Nuts are regular ingredients at my menu, dried fruits are welcome, too. Because of that I always watch out for adequate sources with a proper variety of these foods.
In Istanbul I bought at “Koz” (formerly “Ilgi”). Just awesome.
Thanks to Nicole I have a new source now. Lately I ordered various products. And I will order again. Thank you, Nicole!
Chickpeas and Chicken Salad with Almonds, Apricots, Chives and Yogurt
I always search for recipes for breakfast to exclude bread respectively grains. This dish with chickpeas is just as I like it. I prefer the salad in summer because of the fresh flavor.
Tartlets with Rhubarb and Raspberry
I need to mention that these tartlets are not so “tartlet”. You will be perfectly satisfied with the half of the recipe. Especially in a 2-person household. But if you wanna share those with friends – what is actually a great idea – then go for the entire recipe. You will need a bit more time to bake these tartlets. It’s worth it!
Artichokes with Tomatoes and Thyme
This is one of the many delicious dishes I had in Barcelona. Only a few ingredients can be so tasty! Besides, it is working as a main dish as well as a side. So I have diverse options with this recipe. And that I do appreciate.
Zucchini Soup with Mint
Soups are one of my favorites. Why? Because there is no time-consuming preparation, they are easily made ahead, usually there is no problem with freezing or storing for a while in the fridge. And this soup is prepared quickly!