DC Cooking Examiner

Israeli cous cous salad recipe

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:25:20 -0700

Israeli Cous Cous SaladOlga BermanIsraeli Cous Cous SaladI remember trying Israeli cous cous a long time ago and really not liking it: I can't remember why though.What's Israeli cous cous? It's basically just little round pasta (also known as pearl c...

Step by step to making biscotti at home

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:31:37 -0700

Biscotti are double-baked Italian cookies. They are great dunk in coffee, eaten on their own and given as gifts to friends. You can buy biscotti at grocery stores or specialty food stores, but why not make them at home?Following is a simple recipe, w...

How to make white chili?

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 06:49:31 -0700

As the weather is finally cooling down, it's time to make something heartier for dinner. How about chili? You might be used to the ground beef-kidney beans-tomato sauce type of chili, but why not try something new? This version of chili I came u...

Like my recipes? Vote for me

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:28:59 -0700

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Five ways to use puff pastry

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 09:57:06 -0700

Puff pastry can be made at home: that is if you have plenty of time and patience. Or it can be purchased at the frozen section of your local grocery store. All you have to do to use the pastry is defrost it in the refrigerator over night and then use...

Party food: Easy Chicken Dip

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:54:10 -0700

This recipe comes from my good friend Jenny, and is a hit at any potluck, party, or office get together. The ingredients are simple, and there is only one step to putting this dip together. If you love salsa and mayonnaise, you are going to love...

How to make easy potstickers?

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 09:42:33 -0700

A few months ago I made potstickers with home-made dough. They were a big success and tasted great. However, they required a lot of work. Instead, you can use store-bought wonton wrappers: they come pre-made, pre-cut, and all you have to do is come u...

Eggs with tomatoes and corn

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 11:40:16 -0700

This is a super quick recipe idea you can make for a weekend breakfast or brunch. This recipe is ideal any time of the year and can be made with either fresh tomatoes and corn or canned vegetables. It takes just a few minutes to put together and is f...

Omelet with smoked salmon, cream cheese and vegetables

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 13:17:49 -0700

Who doesn't like bagels and cream cheese? Who doesn't like eggs for breakfast? Why not combine these two dishes to make Omelet with Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese and Vegetables?Ingredients1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 large white onion, chopped1/2 red pepp...

Fake out gnocchi

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 07:47:12 -0700

You have probably ordered gnocchi at an Italian restaurant. Did you like it? Usually it's made ether with potatoes or ricotta. Below, however, is a fake out version of gnocchi I came up with using home-made pasta dough.Ingredients for "gnoc...

How to make inexpensive brushetta

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 08:54:46 -0700

Brushetta is a super easy and delicious appetizer to serve at your party. Unfortunately, it tends to be quiete expensive.In the past, I told you how to save money by making hummus at home. Here's a similar idea when it comes to brusetta.Ingredients28...

Alternative ways to make pesto

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:29:36 -0700

Who said pesto must be made with basil and pine nuts? What if you don't like basil or think that pine nuts are too expensive? You are in luck: there are no rules when it comes to cooking. You can use any herb and different nuts to make your own versi...

Mussels with an Indian twist recipe

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:21:42 -0700

Here is a quick recipe using mussels. This dish can be made on any weeknight because it is so fast, but will also impress your friends at a dinner party because it is so pretty and flavorful. The Indian spices add a nice twist to the more typical mus...

Soba noodles with pesto and vegetables recipe

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:07:24 -0700

Here is a quick recipe for Soba noodles with pesto and vegetables. The vegetables come directly from a farmer's market. The pesto can be either home-made or store-bought.Ingredients (for one portion)1 cup cooked Soba noodles1 teaspoon olive oil1 garl...

4th of July easy dessert recipe

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:59:58 -0700

4th of July is just a few days away. It's hot. You have people coming over for a cook out and have enough to worry about when it comes to grilling hot dogs, burgers and kabobs, making potato salad, and mixing festive drinks. Dessert should be easy.Wh...

National Capital barbecue battle

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:42:21 -0700

Sometimes it's really just too hot to cook. That's when you need to gather some friends and enjoy the fun events DC has to offer in the summer.This past weekend, one of such events was the National Capital Barbecue Battle, which benefited DC Boys &am...

Beet greens with prosciutto

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:59:15 -0700

This recipe is not only easy to make, delicious and nutritious, but it also uses beet greens that you otherwise might throw away. Don't throw away beet greens! Combined with onion, garlic, and prosciutto, they really do shine. Alternatively, fee...

Where to find cooking inspirations?

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:16:55 -0700

Sometimes it can be rather difficult to get inspired to make dinner. You might be too tired from a hard day at work, or not motivated enough to cook just for yourself, or maybe you are exhausted by a few picky eaters who share your household.&nb...

Beet and orange salad with blue cheese

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:32:42 -0700

I've mentioned before that I really, really, really love beets. In soups, in salads, roasted, boiled or fresh. Below is a quick recipe for a very pretty, nutritious and unusual salad. The amount will serve one person, but feel free to double the reci...

Easy chicken marinade

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 20:41:32 -0700

Let's say you come home and have limited time to cook dinner. You have a few chicken breasts in the refrigerator and plan on making mashed potatoes. What to do with the chicken breasts? Why not make a super simple and quick marinade and then either g...