Category Archives for Sides
Rice Cooker Spanish Rice
As much as I hate to admit it, not all of my adventures in the kitchen are successful. I have had quite a few epic failures. While living overseas, I have struggled making Spanish rice…or maybe Mexican rice? I’m not even … Continue reading
Three Grain Oil-Free Pesto Salad
For the past couple of months my husband and I have been trying to eat healthier and exercise more. One of our biggest weaknesses in our diet has been oil. It is easy to over-use oils in cooking! We’ve been … Continue reading
Chinese Cabbage Salad with Spicy Peanut Sauce
I have had this recipe in my recipe box for sometime and I am happy to finally be able to share it with you all today! This weekend marks the end of Chinese New Year and I thought I would … Continue reading
‘Cheesy’ Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Bacon Bits
It’s officially 2013! I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and a happy New Year. We decided to stay at home this NYE and take it easy this year. From what we hear, Chinese New Year is the BIG holiday … Continue reading
Roasted Red Pepper & Butter Bean Bruschetta
My first exposure to vegan food was at Native Foods in Orange County, California almost 3 years ago. I had the Chicken Run Ranch burger with sweet potatoes fries and it literally changed my life. I had no idea vegan food … Continue reading
Rustic Wild Rice Pilaf
Trying new things is always a good idea, especially if you’re in the kitchen! This recipe is full of new things for me. Shortly after we moved to Penang, my wonderful mother-in-law sent us a care package full of wonderful … Continue reading
Sweet Potato & Apple Home Fries
Even though it is officially October, it sure doesn’t feel like it here! Unfortunately, the weather feels like it always does: wet, humid, and hot. Back home fall was my favorite season. Granted, I never have really experienced a ‘true’ fall … Continue reading
Pineapple Fried Rice
Pineapple fried rice is a popular dish served not only in Penang, but all over South East Asia. You can find it cooking in people’s homes, on the street at hawker stands, and served at overpriced fancy restaurants. It’s a delicious … Continue reading
Fresh Thai Salad
There is something so wonderful and refreshing about salads in the summer. Maybe it’s the abundance of fresh vegetables that ripen during these months that make salads so delicious. Or maybe it’s the crisp lightness of salads that are so satisfying when … Continue reading
Classic American Macaroni Salad
One of the best things about growing up in Southern California was, of course, the wonderful summers. Summer days seemed to last forever while we swam in the ocean, played in the sand on the beach, and ran through the … Continue reading
