This easy-to-make delicacy involves caramelizing coconut chunks with brown sugar, ginger, and vanilla until sticky, then dropping the mixture onto a baking sheet to set. The resulting chewy candy, using only fresh brown coconut, is the authentic way. So what happens if you can’t get a fresh brown coconut? I wanted to make these coconut drops the traditional way, but alas… every single coconut I opened was rotten inside! So, [...]
Trini-Style Coconut Drops (Cookie-Like)
These cookies surprised me when I first came across the recipe. Only ½ a cup of sugar? And all that high-fiber coconut? This isn’t a healthy cookie, but it seems much healthier than my go-to buttery, sugary chocolate chip cookies. And they didn’t disappoint. Soft and a little chewy, with a strong coconut flavor with depth from the spices, these are so good with a cup of tea, and they fill you up so you won’t overdo [...]
Copycat Kraft Mac & Cheese Recipe (Super Simple!)
Kraft mac & cheese is a budget-friendly dish that won hearts worldwide as a beloved comfort food. The secret to its incredible flavor lies in the ingredients that make our brains happy, notably cheese!! However, as convenient as it is, there are concerns over the additives it contains and a push towards making more “real food” versions. This one is mine! I like it because it is easy to prepare and doesn’t require baking or [...]
Keto Meatballs (Low-Carb, High-Yum!)
Being keto doesn’t mean having no fun in the kitchen anymore or having to make separate meals for different family members. Not only is this recipe too easy, but five meatballs only give you around 2 grams of carbohydrates! They are perfect for keto dieters, and especially those with families who may not be on a keto diet, as they are almost guaranteed to please even the fussiest eater (I have tested this at [...]
How to Make Homemade Quinoa Flour
Why spend time and money sourcing quinoa flour when it is super simple to make at home with just one ingredient? Quinoa flour is a gluten-free alternative to regular flour and can be used in many recipes, from breads and cookies to pancakes and muffins. Several recipes for quinoa flour involve sprouting and dehydrating the grain, but who has the time? This method is quick and easy and yields perfect quinoa flour every time. [...]
Blue Foods – Listed with Pictures, Facts
Are you planning a nautical-themed soiree? Maybe a blue suede shoes Elvis party? You can’t go wrong with these blue foods (or blue drinks!) to grace your dinner table or hors dourve tray! Read on for 50 (yes, 50!) unique blue foods. Blue Foods – Alphabetized Below is a list of 50 blue foods in alphabetical order for easy food reference. Following the list, you'll discover brief descriptions of each item. Blue [...]
