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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
Updated:View Post: Pumpkin Cinnamon RollsThese pumpkin cinnamon rolls are the ultimate fall treat. This recipe is a variation on our Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls, which many of you have deemed the best cinnamon rolls you’ve ever had! (Check out the comments to see how many…
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Braised Mushrooms
Updated:View Post: Braised MushroomsThese Chinese-style braised mushrooms are a great side dish, or can even serve as a satisfying main dish over rice. Braised mushrooms are simple and quick to make, but taste like they’ve cooked for hours. A Rich Vegetarian Dish This…
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Millet Porridge (小米粥)
Updated:View Post: Millet Porridge (小米粥)This simple millet porridge (xiǎomǐ zhōu – 小米粥) is similar to rice congee, but millet has a lower glycemic index than rice, with more vitamins and minerals. It also cooks in a fraction of the time! Enjoy millet porridge for…
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Pan-Fried Mackerel
Posted:View Post: Pan-Fried MackerelWe have been eating this healthy and easy mackerel recipe whenever fresh mackerel is available. If you’ve heard that you should be eating more small oily fish for your health, but aren’t sure how to make it happen, give this…
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When Is Chinese New Year 2026?
Updated:View Post: When Is Chinese New Year 2026?When is Chinese New Year this year? On Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival (春节 – chūnjié) will mark the beginning of the year of the Fire Horse 🔥🐎 (马 – pronounced “mǎ” in Chinese). The…
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Chicken with Mixed Vegetables
Updated:View Post: Chicken with Mixed VegetablesThis chicken with mixed vegetables recipe a tasty, restaurant-quality Chinese takeout dish that makes it easy to get a variety of vegetables into your diet! You can use whatever vegetables you have on hand. The key is knowing how to…
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Pan Fried Chicken Wings
Posted:View Post: Pan Fried Chicken WingsThis recipe for pan-fried chicken wings is one of those deceptively simple preparations with an insanely high reward to effort ratio. Just 3 ingredients and a few minutes of prep is all it takes for irresistible, tasty wings that you…
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Shakshuka
Posted:View Post: ShakshukaThis shakshuka recipe takes the cake in our family. It’s a substantial, rich meal for any time of day. Serve it with some toasted bread or pita and some merguez sausage, and you’ll wonder why you ever made it any…
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Roasted Tomatoes
Updated:View Post: Roasted TomatoesRoasting tomatoes is one of the best ways to eat them. Because it concentrates their flavors and makes even a just-okay tomato taste like an amazing tomato, it’s a great way to enjoy tomatoes any time of year—not just in…
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How to Cook Black Rice
Updated:View Post: How to Cook Black RiceNot only does black rice have great health benefits, it has an enjoyable texture and taste: chewy, nutty, and slightly sweet. In this post, we’ll talk about how to cook black rice, also known as purple rice or forbidden rice.…
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Air Fryer Dumplings (From Fresh or Frozen!)
Posted:View Post: Air Fryer Dumplings (From Fresh or Frozen!)Making Air Fryer Dumplings is great if you want extra crunch without deep frying or the effort of watching a pan. You can use this technique with any store-bought or homemade dumpling you like, fresh or frozen! At risk of…
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Chinese Egg Cake
Updated:View Post: Chinese Egg CakeThis old fashioned Chinese egg cake has a dense crumb and comforting flavor that have a sweet nostalgia for many, including me. They are mini cakes—bake the whole recipe in one standard 12-cup muffin pan! I love to eat these cakes…
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Steamed Eggs with Okra and Soy Sauce
Posted:View Post: Steamed Eggs with Okra and Soy SauceSteamed eggs with okra and soy sauce is an easy, tasty way to incorporate healthy okra into your meal—and it’s pretty too! Why We Grow Okra We grow okra every summer. I love the dependability of the yield from my…
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Three Cup Tofu
Posted:View Post: Three Cup TofuThis three cup tofu recipe is a plant-based version of the famous dish, Three Cup Chicken. Whether you’re vegetarian or not, it’s just plain delicious. What Does “Three Cup” Mean? The name “three cup chicken” refers to a ratio of…
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How to Freeze Tomatoes
Updated:View Post: How to Freeze TomatoesIn this post, we’ll talk about how to freeze summer tomatoes at their peak of freshness to use in dishes later in the year. Rather than turning all your tomatoes into sauce, this method allows you to save tomatoes for…
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Okra Stir Fry with Chicken
Updated:View Post: Okra Stir Fry with ChickenThis spicy Okra Stir-Fry with Chicken is a healthy and delicious all-in-one meal, with okra, peppers, and silky velveted chicken. All you need is a bowl of your favorite rice, grains, or congee for a healthy and delicious lunch or…
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The Perfect Tomato Sandwich
Posted:View Post: The Perfect Tomato SandwichThis is our perfect tomato sandwich. Everyone has the way they like it, and this is ours! Crusty sourdough bread, thick heirloom tomato slices, plenty of mayonnaise, chives, and flaky salt to bring the best flavor out of those perfect…
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Cold Noodles: Mason Jar Meal Prep!
Updated:View Post: Cold Noodles: Mason Jar Meal Prep!If you’re looking for an easy lunch or dinner, look no further than these mason jar meal prep cold noodles. You layer the ingredients—sauce on the bottom, followed by noodles, protein, veggies, and aromatics. When you’re ready to eat, simply…
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