Inspired by Jollibee's iconic dessert, these single-serve mango and peach pies are baked, not fried. Flaky crust with rich …
Alex Veneracion
All recipes in this section were prepared and cooked by my daughter, Alex. What can I say? The kitchen bug affects us all in this family.
Alex’s Old-fashioned Pecan Tart
Pecan filling is indescribably rich and a regular slice of pie can be overwhelming. When Alex asked how I wanted our pecan …
Balsamic Pork Adobo With Pineapple
Tangy and subtly sweet with that caramelized flavor from the vinegar, this Balsamic pork adobo with pineapple is a fantastic …
Smoked Salmon and Furikake Onigiri
Chopped smoked salmon, black fungus, furikake and toasted sesame seeds were mixed with Japanese rice to make onigiri. Eat one …
Wonton Noodle Soup With Bone Broth
Half a kilo of ground pork and chopped vegetables were mixed with spices and seasonings for the wonton filling. After …
Buttered Mixed Vegetables To Go With Your Grilled Steak
Take a rest from the usual steak and mashed potato combo. Make this simply delicious buttered mixed vegetables to go with …
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Strawberry and Blueberry Streusel Cupcakes
Crisp streusel topping on cupcakes oozing with juicy strawberries and blueberries. Enjoy your cup of coffee or tea with these …
Corned Beef Pan de Sal
An all-day-breakfast bun we used to enjoy at Starbucks, we bake corned beef pan de sal with homemade corned beef. Delicious …
Pork Ribs With Black Beans and Chili Sauce
So easy, so tasty. Blanch the pork ribs in water to remove scum, scoop out, return to the pot, add the sauces and spices, and …
What is Liquid Smoke? Is It Safe to Use? How is It Used?
Instead of char grilling, food can be given a smoky flavor by adding liquid smoke to the marinade or seasonings. What is …
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Crispy Bacon-cut Pork Belly
Pork belly cut like bacon rashers were seasoned, battered and deep fried. Crispy bacon-cut pork belly is good with aioli, …
Pistachio-topped Dark Chocolate Fudge Brownies
Dry to the touch but moist and chewy inside, these decadently addictive pistachio-topped dark chocolate fudge brownies are so …
You Don’t Need A Fancy Grill to Cook Perfect Burgers
Oh, summer! The season for backyard parties that center around the grill. It's so much fun (if it's not too hot!). Dump cans …
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Spanish-style Sardines Pasta
In cooking sardines pasta, choose the sardines with caution. The ones that come in jars are more firm and better-flavored. I …
Cheese Gravy Over Seared Beef Strips
In the pan where you have seared the beef, make a roux and make sure to scrape all the browned bits at the bottom of the pan. …
Carnitas Tacos With Pico de Gallo
What can be more satisfying than tender pork wrapped in bread and garnished with a tangy salsa? Carnitas tacos with pico de …