Recipes

Buttermilk Banana Bread

How I enjoy a nice warm piece of banana bread on a cold winter's day. This is my tried and true recipe from years back when I started cooking at 19 years old. I started making it with soured milk, but I like the flavor of buttermilk now....Read More

Unique cuisines from around the world

Learn to cook unique cuisines from around the world.  Enjoy cooking and eating with your community. Join me and Bit of Taste in Snohomish for the Blue Zone cuisine.
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Culinary Immigration Cooking School

Cooking classes are designed to connect with people wanting a deeper appreciation for gastronomy, food as culture, food as preparation, and cooking styles of particular regions. Classes are kept small to ensure that personal attention is given to each student. Private classes are offered for those wanting to choose a personal experience with family or friends. Culinary Classes Available    
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Private and Team Building Classes

Enjoy cooking with your friends or family. It is a great idea for team building, office parties, birthday parties, or as intimate as a couple wanting to learn to cook new things together.  When you choose to participate in Culinary Immigration there is nothing for you to do but show up, relax, and have a good time! Private and Team Building Classes 
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Vegan Pumpkin Bread

This recipe is very moist and makes for a great breakfast addition. Sugar is limited however, you can add more if you like your bread sweeter by adding a 1/2 cup of sugar to the overall recipe....Read More

Quick Puff Pastry

Quick puff pastry is a snap, given you have a few hours. The hard part is waiting for it to chill in the refrigerator. Make sure you use a high-quality butter like Kerrygold, the pasty needs high fat to make the dough puff....Read More

GF Sourdough Banana Bread

Fluffy and delicious just like the one that is cloaked with bad fats, sugar, and gluten....Read More

New Orleans Beignet

The Beignet is a one-of-a-kind donut. Soft and fluffy perfect for a cup of coffee or if you were in New Orleans it would be Cafe De Monde. This recipe is one that you will make over and over again for your family....Read More
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Italian Zeppole Donut Recipe

Delicious donuts easy to make and just as easy to eat!...Read More
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Pistachio Crusted Halibut Cheeks

Do you ever see halibut cheeks at the fishmonger? If so you need to buy them and give this recipe a try. Actually, any fish will do, but the halibut cheeks are the perfect size and texture....Read More

Yellow Lentil and Coconut Milk Soup

Yellow lentils are packed with protein of 18 grams per cup and 15.6 grams of fiber, add coconut milk to it and you have a creamy flavorful soup. A burst of yogurt for added protein, turmeric, and cinnamon for anti-inflammatory benefits....Read More
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Vegan Queso Fresco

Perfect vegan queso fresco for on top of your refried beans, salads, or anything your heart desires. Creamy and crumbly just like the original. Spread it on your toast in the morning for a real treat!...Read More

Chipotle Nooch

Chipotle Nooch is an alternative to conventional cheese spreads....Read More

Sweet and Sour Chicken

Nothing is more quintessential to Americanized Chinese food than the sweet and sour chicken. The origin of sweet and sour chicken was in the 18th century or earlier from China. It spreads to the United States in the early 20th century after the Chinese migrant gold miners and railroad workers turned to cookery as trades. Yes, became a little sweeter for the American pallet, but still as delicious. Try my other Asian fare and be delighted by the authentic flavors....Read More
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Jim’s Sourdough Biga

Making biga will give you a superior lift in your sourdough bread. It is perfect for those occasional bakers who make it only once a week. Store at room temperature for a week or in the refrigerator for safekeeping until you are ready to use it. Allow 24 hours before you use the biga from the refrigerator.   70 grams (a scant 1/3 cup) room-temperature (65-70 degrees)water 10 grams (scant 1 tablespoon) refreshed and active fermented starter  100 grams (Half a cup plus 3 tablespoons) of unbleached all-purpose flour 0.1 grams ( a tiny pinch) of fine sea salt Mix...Read More