This recipe is a result of having all of the ingredients in my kitchen, and my endless sweet tooth. Pears hold up really well to being cooked so I thought they would be great with traditional baking … [Read more...]
Homemade Hot Chocolate with Marshmallow Hearts
The simplest actions can really make your day. Sometimes all you need to turn a day around is a simple pick me up. This hot chocolate is a really easy way to put a smile on your, or your loved ones, … [Read more...]
Strawberries with Chocolate Cream
Valentines Day has come early to I Can Cook That! Ok, not really. I made them for a party recently, but they would be perfect for a Valentines Day dessert, or with your coffee in the morning! I found … [Read more...]
Mussels in White Wine Garlic Sauce
It's very rare that I make a meal without some kind of goal in mind. I'm not terribly creative, so I usually do at least some research before making a meal: read a magazine, google a recipe, ask a … [Read more...]
Goat Cheese Stuffed Lamb Burgers
Oh yes, you read that correctly. A delicious grilled lamb burger, with goat cheese inside. I have been craving Goat Cheese Stuffed Lamb Burgers for a good week now and finally managed to find ground … [Read more...]
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Who honestly doesn’t love crab stuffed mushrooms? Little bite sized bits of happiness: mushroom, crab meat, cheese, and crunchy bread crumbs. I always have my fingers crossed that these party staples … [Read more...]
Caprese Tomato Bites
I know, I know. It's January. What the heck am I doing posting a Caprese recipe? I had a craving for a Caprese salad and I can't bring myself to buy large tomatoes so out of season. Cherry tomatoes … [Read more...]
Thirty Minute “Paella”
I absolutely love paella: rice, saffron, seafood... what isn't to like? If I could, I'd eat this amazing dish once a week. Traditional paella takes a good hour at least to make, so it would be quite … [Read more...]
Homemade Pancake Mix
Now don't get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with store-bought pancake mix. However, are you aware of how easy it is to make your own at home? This recipe makes 16 pancakes; you can store the dry … [Read more...]
Rose-Scented Berry Prosecco
New Years Eve is a great time to add a little bit of glitz and glamor to your life. I, naturally, feel the need to do that to my drink. This is actually a take on a local restaurant's delicious … [Read more...]
Grilled Rosemary Swordfish with Vegetable Couscous
I apologize for the lack of posts! Like many, I've spent the past week doing a whole lot of eating, but not necessarily cooking. My parents gave me a nifty panini pan for the stove which also doubles … [Read more...]
Spinach Spaghetti with Salmon Cream Sauce
Have you ever bought a bunch of ingredients just because they sounded good? I try to stick to a list, but this time I couldn't help myself. I found fresh spinach spaghetti and it just sounded so … [Read more...]
Pancetta Crisps with Goat Cheese and Pear
With the holidays fast approaching, we all need more quick appetizer recipes for when friends and family come to visit. This one for Pancetta Crisps with Goat Cheese and Pear from Southern Living … [Read more...]
Lamb Wraps with Tzatziki Sauce
I love a good gyro. I never considered even trying to make one because, this may come as a surprise, but I don't have a spit in my tiny apartment. I know, a huge oversight. So I was really excited to … [Read more...]
Black Bean Tostadas
Tostada normally refers to any meal in which a tortilla is deep fried or toasted. They were originally in response to tortillas that had started to get stale but could still be eaten. The toasted or … [Read more...]
