Portobello Mushroom Burgers in 6 Steps

As a former vegetarian, I have a strong fondness for mushrooms. They are extremely delicious, and have a beautiful texture. Portobello mushrooms are considered the steaks of the vegetarian world. These burgers are a good alternative to beef or chicken burgers. They are very easy and quick to cook at home. 

Mahi-Mahi Tacos in 10 Steps

Mahi-Mahi is such a delicate and delicious fish that you do not want to overpower it with strong flavors. These tacos are very quick and easy to make, and in the words of my toddler they taste "extremely delicious". Without further adieu let's get started. 

Chicken Puff Pastry Braid in 10 Steps

When life gives you this delicious chicken qeema, you must use it as a filling to make chicken puff pastry braid. Fewer things are as universal as puff pastry. It could be both savory and sweet. The world owes a lot to the French geniuses who came up with it. Give this impressive looking and delicious recipe a try. 

Qeema in 12 Steps

I remember reading somewhere that Qeema is the official food of Pakistan. It is such a quick and easy way to have protein. Children also love it for its simplicity. I use both fresh tomatoes, and yogurt to make sure that the chicken does not dry out; and what you end up with is a very moist and savory weeknight meal. 

Tiramisu in 11 Steps

Tiramisu, which means "lift me up" in Italian, is the most literal pick me up dessert you can eat after a long day of fasting. It is such a decadent, cooling and comforting dessert. The recipe I am sharing with you is alcohol free, and does not have raw eggs. Instead, I make a beautiful custard over a double boiler, and whisk in mascarpone cheese once the custard has cooled down. The addition of fresh cream makes the dessert very comforting in a hot summer day. This recipe takes less than one hour to prepare. But, you must let the tiramisu sit in the refrigerator overnight, to give it that ice cream quality.

Meatloaf in 12 Steps

As a Canadian expat, living in these United States of America, nothing makes me feel all American than preparing this delicious and flavorful meatloaf. The fuji apples in this recipe keep the chicken moist. The layering of carrots, parsley and boiled eggs, add an aesthetic appeal to this meatloaf, and set it apart from the average monochromatic meatloaf. 

I am very wary of consuming preservatives, artificial flavors, and colors. But, nothing gets my goat more than high-fructose corn syrup. And, the sad thing is that it is everywhere, from cereal, to sodas, to breads, to ketchup. So if you can, please use a ketchup that does not contain high-fructose corn syrup, as it has the same addictive properties as nicotine. But, I digress. Give this recipe a try, and please share your feedback.