This recipe is based on Julia Child’s Classic French Madeleines from her cookbook “Way To Cook” (purchase here) – out of all the recipes I’ve tried, I think Julia Child’s is the best one with the best flavor. I’ve just updated it slightly & use a stand mixer to ensure a proper rise and to obtain the elusive madeleine “hump” without the use of baking powder (which is not used in classic French recipes). These are one of the most delightful and elegant treats you can make. This is my favorite madeleine pan, it’s heavy duty, sturdy, non-stick and Made in the USA, it’s worth the extra few dollars to support an American Made brand (purchase here). You can use a 1-Tablespoon scoop to easily…
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Continue ReadingVietnamese Drip Coffee is made with a phin drip coffee filter – the coffee is brewed quite strong and mixed with sweetened condensed milk for the perfect balance of bitter + sweet. You’ll need an 8 oz Vietnamese Phin Drip…
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Continue ReadingOriginal Recipe from the cookbook “Chasen’s Where Hollywood Dined,” by Betty Goodwin I love Old Hollywood. From Singin’ In The Rain, to Sunset Blvd.—I’ve always been obsessed with the “Golden Era” of Hollywood. During this time, Hollywood Players all had one…
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Continue ReadingOne of the most delicious pasta dishes you can make in the Instant Pot – Cacio e Pepe translates to “cheese and pepper”. It’s a simple and elegant dish that’s very popular in Rome and with foodies all over the…
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Continue ReadingThis is a simple and delicious dessert you can create in the Instant Pot, Caramel Custard Pudding – it’s creamy, smooth, flavored with vanilla and caramel. If you’ve never had this, it’s like hybrid of flan + crème brûlée
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Continue ReadingThis is one of the most refreshing bubble teas you can make, I use fresh honeydew in my recipe – so unlike the boba shop version, there are no artificial flavors or colors. It’s super simple to make at home…
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Continue ReadingMake this delicious Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken at home, these are just like the ones you can get a night markets or boba shops. Extra flavorful and the crust is light and super crispy – it’s the perfect snack.
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Continue ReadingSimple way to cook Boba Pearls using the the Instant Pot to get them perfectly soft and chewy – I’ve also included an easy recipe for Classic Bubble Milk Tea. Check out my recipes for Matcha Bubble Tea here &…
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Continue ReadingOne of the easiest & yummiest drinks you can make at home – Strawberry Milk. Made with with only 3 ingredients; Milk, Strawberries & Sugar. This version is so much more delicious compared to the boba shop versions which is…
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Continue ReadingDelicious & simple Match Bubble Tea Recipe.
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