Traditionally called Nihari, slow cooked beef falls apart like old clothes. This recipe is adapted from The Indian Slow Cooker by Anupy Singla Ingredients 2 medium onions, sliced 2 pounds stew beef, chunked 1 inch piece ginger peeled 2 heads of garlic (about 10 cloves) 1 tsp ground ginger 3 cardamom pods 3 bay leaves 1 cinnamon stick 2 tbsp high quality garam masala 2 tbsp ground fennel 1 tbsp red chile powder 1 tsp nutmeg 1tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp salt (and a pinch of black

Ingredients 2 tbsp oil 1 large onion, chopped 3–4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 2 tbsp tomato paste 2 tbsp African Curry spice mix (turmeric, coriander, cumin, ginger, black pepper, cayenne, ground mustard, fennel, allspice, and cloves) 2 cups broth (chicken or vegetable) 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 can crushed tomatoes (or ~2 cups fresh cooked down) 1/2 cup peanut butter (the good kind, not too sweet) 1 bunch kale, stems removed, chopped Sa

Ingredients Dry 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup cornmeal (optional but highly recommended for texture) ¾ cup sugar 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ¾ tsp salt pinch of fresh ground nutmeg Wet 2 eggs + 1 egg yolk 1 cup whole greek yogurt ½ cup sour cream 1 stick unsalted butter, melted Lemon zest from 1 whole lemon 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Add-ins 1½–2 cups blueberries Top raw sugar or coarse sugar extra blueberries (optional) light streu

Ingredients 6-12 large eggs (look, I make like 20 at a time. You do you. However many fits in your pot. Just make sure you are making at least 1-2 more than your platter holds because they will be eaten immediately by anyone in the vicinity) 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 1–2 teaspoons yellow mustard 1 teaspoon relish 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or white vinegar Instructions Boil the eggs. There are a lot of strategies here, I will tell you what works for me 90% of the time. The

Ingredients 1 cup rice total - we use a combo of: ⅓ cup short-grain rice (like sushi rice) ⅔ cup medium or long-grain rice (like jasmine) 8 cups broth (we use our Souper broth recipe here that already has the benefit of turmeric and ginger flavoring) https://www.kestrelhollow.com/post/souper-broth 2 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced finely 2 cloves garlic, mined finely 1–2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari 1 teaspoon salt Classic congee toppings Shredded cooked po

These greens are treated more like a warm salad than a slow-cooked green. It only works when you have very tender collards, tear of a corner and check how waxy/tough they are before trying. They are quick, hot, and glossy, with just enough richness to feel special, perfect for a winter salad. Ingredients 1 bunch collards, washed and sliced into fine ribbons 1–2 tablespoons schmaltz (or butter, bacon fat, or olive oil) ½ onion, finely minced A small handful golden raisins A sm

Ingredients 2 lb fresh mussels 1 small shallot, finely minced 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced ¾ cup dry white wine 3 packed cups arugula 1 bunch cilantro, parsley 1 tbsp butter 1 lemon Optional but excellent 1 anchovy fillet (for depth, not fishiness) Pinch red pepper flakes (I like a spicy, peppery mussel) Instructions Build the arugula base In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and toast, add anchovy and red pepper flakes if using, letting the anchovy dissol

Ingredients For the Soup 2 tbsp butter or olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 2–3 carrots, sliced 2–3 celery stalks, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced Preferred herbs - thyme, sage, and rosemary 1 bay leaf 6 cups poultry stock 2–3 cups leftover cooked turkey, shredded or chopped 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Salt & pepper to taste For the Dumplings 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 2 tbsp melted butter ½ cup milk Instructions 1. Sauté the Vegetables In a large

A healthy, high protein version! Makes 4 small ramekins, size up as needed 4 boiled eggs - chilled 3 tbsp cocoa powder 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup honey 2 tsp vanilla extract Blend all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Once everything is combined, smell and taste. If it's super eggy, add another teaspoon of cocoa powder and blend again. Pour into individual ramekins and refrigerate. That's it! Notes: I would highly recommend using the best quality cocoa powder and honey yo

Made with fresh milled cornmeal and local honey. Ingredients 1 cup flour 1 cup cornmeal 1/2 cup honey 3 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt...

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This cake creates its own layers of soft sponge and creamy custard—like magic! Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, melted 4 cups milk,...