Cooking Recipes

Oreo Cookies & Cream Ice Cream is a delicious no cook dessert using oreo cookies and cream. This easy ice cream is very addictive and easy to make.

As Konda is at home waiting for her college to start, she was getting restless and has been wanting to try her hands at something. She saw this dish in the Tasty videos and has ever since been wanting to make it. This is a No cook Dessert and only requires about 30 secs of Microwave melting for the cream. The rest of the process is only setting it and freezing.

My Brother is visiting us with his family and my niece,  nephew along with my boys loved this so much and were after their Akka to serve them this right away. I have no hand in making this other than telling her that I want it clicked as I want it for this theme.

I am terribly late with my posts this week as something or the other came up and we are busy with Konda’s college admission.

So you enjoy this easy dessert while I think what else to make for the Day 3.

 PIN This for Later!

Oreo Cookies & Cream Ice Cream

Ingredients Needed:

• 20 nos – Oreo chocolate cookie sandwiches, divided
• 2 cups – Cream
• 1/2 tin – Condensed Milk

How to make the Ice Cream:

• Separate the Chocolate cream from 10 Oreo cookies.
• Pulse the cookie halves into fine crumbs.
• Melt the cookie cream in the microwave for 30 seconds, or until melted.
• In a large bowl, whip the cream until thickened and soft peaks form.
• Add the condensed milk, melted cookie cream, and cookie crumbs.
• Fold with a spatula until combined.
• Line a separate large bowl with the remaining sandwich cookies.
• Pour in the cream mixture and smooth the top to cover.
• Cover and freeze overnight, or until solid.
• Invert onto a serving plate, allowing the ice cream dome to release from the bowl. Slice and serve.

Notes:

Place the bowl in hot water if its not releasing right away.

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Source: https://www.cooking4allseasons.in/2018/08/oreo-cookies-cream-ice-cream.html

Nothing says summer like these rosemary shrimp and tomato kebabs. Fire up the grill and enjoy these savory, low carb skewers. And the clean up is quick and easy! Great for weeknights with your family.

Indulge me while I write an acrostic poem about these Rosemary Shrimp and Tomato Kebabs. Yes, they have reduced me to waxing poetry. They are that good!

Having an almost fourth and almost sixth grader in my house means I know all about acrostic poems. Don’t worry if you can’t remember what they are, I hadn’t thought of them since I was that young either! An acrostic is when you use the letters of a word : K. E. B. A. B. as the first letter in an adjective about that thing. So for these Rosemary Shrimp and Tomato Kebabs I would do:

Killer

Easy

Buttery

Al Fresco

Bright

Savory

Here’s the breakdown of why I would use those words for my poem:

Killer- these Shrimp Kebabs are killer because they pack a SERIOUS amount of flavor- like pow!!!- crammed into one simple marinade. Just mince up some garlic, chop a bit of rosemary, a splash of this a splash of that (sherry vinegar and olive oil) and toss in your shrimp. In less than a half an hour, these savory shrimp have taken on a lifetime’s worth of KILLER flavor!

Easy- If you can chop and stir, then you can make this recipe. Just add your ingredients to a bowl, and stir them together. Let the marinade do the work. Then skewer away and you’re good to grill.

Buttery- These shrimp taste ultra buttery when paired with the tangy sweetness of the grilled cherry tomatoes. Something about the combination of the two really hits the spot. I also love that cherry tomatoes and shrimp are perfect pairs on a kebab because they both cook so fast.

Al Fresco- Nothing beats cooking and eating outdoors in the summer time. I love cooking on my charcoal grill, or gas grill if I don’t want to take the time to get the coals going. I love looking out at the view with the breeze while I tend the food on the grill. It never seems like a chore.

Bright- The sherry vinegar adds a huge pop of acidity. Acidity is a secret weapon for adding flavor and balance to dishes without adding extra fat and calories. It’s often overlooked but so important! I love the use of sherry vinegar in particular here because it is Spanish and shrimp are a common ingredient in Spanish cooking. Because shrimp are naturally salty (they are from the sea after all) the acidity of the vinegar balances them- so the earthy rosemary and pungent garlic comes through.

Savory- With kebabs this good all you have to do is break a hunk of artisan bread and toss a bowl of spinach with dressing and you have a savory meal fit for royalty!

Source: https://www.healthyseasonalrecipes.com/rosemary-garlic-shrimp-and-tomato-kebabs/

Finally! 50 posts in 50 days is now COMPLETE.

I apologize for going radio silent right after finishing the posts. I think I really really needed the break.

It’s quite a lot of pressure knowing every night you have to write and publish yet another blog post. I had thought that with the added pressure of having to post every day I would somehow simplify the nature of my posts. It turned out I wasn’t really able to change my style. Instead, perhaps posts had more typos than normal (I tried my best to fix them the next morning), and some posts weren’t given quite the love and care I would give a normal post if I had more time.

In some ways, it felt like law school all over again (which I also did at night while holding a full time job). In law school, I was always distinctly aware of the fact that I should be studying. It was always hanging over your head. I never felt like I could truly just relax. Similarly, knowing I had to post something also hung over my head, though I tried my best not to let it interfere with any of my other activities (heh, except perhaps with my quantity of sleep).

We now go back to our regularly scheduled program. The holidays might be a bit choppy, but come the new year, I still have lots of stuff to share with you all. Surprisingly, I still have about 20 Hong Kong restaurants in the queue (that continues to keep growing, but I’ll try to keep better check of it), as well as trips to Chengdu (Sichuan Province), Singapore, and Macau!

Only a few more days until Christmas!

You can click here to see links to all the posts in a photo gallery format. It’s all the Hong Kong posts, so the first 50 posts will be the latest from series. Complete list also below.

DONE! COMPLETE LIST OF ALL 50 POSTS

Cheung Chau Island (Hong Kong day trip)
Kin’s Kitchen (Cantonese)
Mercedes Me Brunch (European)
Kwan Kee Bamboo Noodle (Cantonese)
Old Bailey (Jiangnan, China cuisine)
Saravanaa Bhavan (Indian)
Mott32 (Peking duck)
ICHU (Peruvian)
Tsukiji Yamataka Seafood Market (Sushi)
Mercato Hong Kong (Italian)
Tsukado Nojo (Japanese beauty hot pot)
Santorini Hong Kong (Greek)
Day Trip to Tai O Fishing Village (egg waffle, HK seafood)
Lantau Island and the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car (Hong Kong day trip)
Brass Spoon (Vietnamese)
Galician Beef at La Ramba (Spanish)
Chifa Dumpling House (Chinese Peruvian)
Yardbird (yakitori) (Japanese grill)
Okonomiyaki Dohtonburi
The Chairman Four Person Set Menu
Northern Yuan Dumpling
Zhejiang Heen (Jiangnan, China)
Crabtain (crab congee)
Fishteria (Western style seafood)
Chachawan (Northern Thai / Issan)
Ning Po Restaurant (Shanghai area)
IM Teppanyaki (Japanese grill)
Che’s Cantonese Restaurant (Cantonese)
Frites Belgian on Tap (Belgian mussels and fries)
Madame Ching (modern Chinese)
The Flying Elk (Scandinavian)
Putien (Fujian Chinese)
Che Family Thanksgiving (Recipe)
Xiangshu (Sichuan, Hunan Chinese)
Xihe Yayuan (Peking duck, Chinese)
Town by Bryan Nagao (Japanese, French, Spanish)
Ovo Cafe (Vegetarian)
Kyoku (Teppanyaki)
Santé Wine Bar (Spanish/French)
Arcane (European)
8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana (Italian)
Sushi Nakamoto (Edomae Sushi)
Shiwei (Knife Shaved Noodles)
Wai Kee Bowrington Road (Cooked Food Centre)
Epure (French)
China Tang
Sohofama (modern Chinese)
Motorino (Neapolitan pizza)
The Yuan 原汁原味 (Cantonese)
TeppanRoom Grant Hyatt (teppanyaki)

Home > The Weekend Dish > The Weekend Dish: 8/25/2018

Happy Saturday to you!

What do you have going on today? I can’t believe this is the last weekend before LABOR DAY. Holy heck, where did this summer actually go!? I’m spending time doing some work today and enjoying time with family tomorrow. What are your plans?

As always, you’ll find a recap of what was posted to the site this week, the most shared recipes, my Sunday dinner menu, and recipes I’ve bookmarked from other blogs. Enjoy!

On Brown Eyed Baker This Week

Homemade Bagels – This recipe for homemade bagels includes all of the tips for making traditional water bagels, including refrigerating overnight, boiling and baking.

Homemade Cannoli – This old family recipe includes homemade cannoli shells made with wine and a simple, cooked sweetened ricotta filling.

Friday Things – Starting school, Dominic talking, Thanksgiving planning, Apple watches, salads, and more…

This Week’s New Recipe Video!

Buttermilk biscuits made from scratch are incredibly easy and come out tall, fluffy and flaky with just one simple trick. They are wonderful on their own, with a smear of butter, or as a base for sausage gravy, strawberry shortcake, or your favorite breakfast sandwich.

To see the full recipe, head over to the blog post >> EASY BUTTERMILK BISCUITS

Top 5 Most Popular Posts This Week:

1. Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles

2. Buffalo Chicken Dip

3. My Favorite White Bread Recipe

4. Garlic-Herb and Parmesan Roasted Red Potatoes

5. Crock Pot Mac and Cheese

Sunday Dinner Menu

Slow cooker BBQ ribs</>
Mashed potatoes
Coleslaw
Coca-Cola chocolate cake

What I Bookmarked This Week

Recipes and posts from other blogs that I thought looked especially delicious and that I thought you would like, too:

I want to end my summer with bowls full of Italian tortellini salad.

Waikiki meatballs sound absolutely delish!

Love this tutorial for how to make a charcuterie board – one of my favorite things to put out for a party!

Saving this spinach gratin for a Thanksgiving side option.

If you’re having a crowd for Thanksgiving, save this pumpkin slab pie!

Have a delicious weekend!

So I guess this is not super-last-minute, especially for people like me who are nowhere near done with their Christmas shopping. But close to last-minute. I’ve rounded up some of my very most favorite things this holiday season and I hope they’ll help you fill some holes in your Christmas lists!

1. Ingrid Michaelson Songs of the Season. Many of you know I’m a huge Ingrid Michaelson fan and her new Christmas album that she just released is amazing. It’s very old-fashioned and nostalgic and her “All I Want for Christmas Is You” duet with Leslie Odom Jr. (aka Aaron Burr from Hamilton) is the only version of this song I’ve ever liked (ducking and covering.) Because of its nostalgic sound, I definitely recommend the vinyl (which means they may need a record player to go along with it!)

2. Makala Ukulele. My daughter begged to learn to play the ukulele from the time we went to Hawaii 5 1/2 years ago, so finally about 3 Christmases ago, we got her a ukulele and some lessons for Christmas. It’s turned into a much bigger hobby for her (she also plays the acoustic guitar–more about that in a second–and her true love is the electric guitar.) But her first love and the one she always comes back to is the ukulele. This is a good little ukulele with a great sound, not too expensive to get their feet wet, but not so cheap or kitschy that they’ll hate it in another two years.

3. Smartypits Deodorant. Okay. Hear me out. Also, don’t just go buy someone deodorant for Christmas because they might get mad. But this truly is one of my FAVORITE new products this year and I need to tell you guys about it! I’ve wondered about natural deodorant for a long time (and, let’s be honest, really really doubted its effectiveness.) I found myself caught in a deodorant-less pickle a little while back and was just overcome by the cuteness of Schmidt’s natural deodorant packaging, so I grabbed some to try.

That was a mistake.

It didn’t really work and to top it all off, it gave me incredible chemical burns which, as it turns out, is a very common side effect of many natural deodorants because of the high concentration of baking soda (who know?!)

Anyway, being the over-sharer that I am, I publicly lamented on Facebook and my friend told me about Smartypits deodorant (and recommended I get the sensitive skin, baking soda free variety). I was hesitant, but I did it and after I got through the learning curve (you have to warm it up against your skin for about 10 seconds before you start swiping), I discovered that not only did it work and not only did I like it, but I liked it better than my traditional deodorant! I told everyone around me to not be scared to tell me if I smelled bad and no one has said anything, even when I ask them outright. I can’t smell anything. My clothes don’t stink. I even went back to my traditional deodorant just to see how I felt and that was stinky. Sometimes when it’s very warm or I’m sweating a lot, I need to re-apply, but otherwise, I’m good pretty much all day.

The catch is that you can’t just pick it up at Target and that it’s expensive. I got my first stick from a local boutique. You can get it at Amazon, but the cheapest place I’ve found it is through The Grove, which is a great way to get natural products at a great price (I’m kind of a Mrs. Meyers junkie, so I get all of it through them.) That link won’t take you straight to the deodorant–you’ll have to search Smartypits (and I recommend sensitive skin, just in case…lots of people are sensitive to the baking soda), but if you use that link, you’ll get $10 off your first order.

Whew. That’s a lot of deodorant talk. Let’s go back to guitars.

4. If you or someone you’re shopping for wants an acoustic guitar and are just starting out, these Luna 3/4 guitars are a great bet. They’re very pretty in person and they sound great, especially once you change the strings. They’re a good size for anyone–Ed Sheeran plays on a 3/4 guitar! My daughter got hers when she was 8 and it was a great size for her. She’s 11 now and wants one that’s just a little bigger, but again, if Ed Sheeran can do it, anyone can. These are great guitars for people, especially kids and shorter people (like me!) who are just getting started.

5. Apollo Box Harry Potter stuff. I love Apollo Box for unique gifts (this pom pom throw is still one of my favorites and has been incredibly popular with you guys as well!). If someone you love is an adult who also loves Harry Potter, they have some really cool higher-end Harry Potter gifts, like the makeup brushes and the bath bomb (which sorts you into your house!) as well as a really cute keepsake Harry Potter bookmark. That’s just a tiny sample of the amazing gifts they have there–definitely poke around and you’ll find something for just about everyone!

6. I ordered this dress for an event and it is seriously one of my favorite things ever. It’s forgiving and flattering. It’s long enough (on me, but I’m also 5’2″–it’s also very cute with opaque tights or leggings and boots) It’s adorable. It comes in tons of patterns. It’s $22 freaking dollars. I think you probably need it and if you don’t, someone does.

7. I’ve always got to include something from Bath & Bodyworks, but Twisted Peppermint is my all-time favorite scent and this body scrub has FUNFETTI SCRUBBERS in it, so using it basically feels/smells like you’re rubbing peppermint frosting all over your body which is actually how I want to leave this life. There’s always some sale going on at B&BW, so get this (and a Winter Candy Apple while you’re at it.)

8. Chrissy Teigen’s Hungry for More. There’s nothing Chrissy Teigen can’t do. She’s smart. Hilarious. Beautiful. Has an adorable line at Target. Writes amazing cookbooks. Her new cookbook is fantastic and if you’re looking for one to add to your collection this Christmas season, this is the one I recommend!

I hope that gives you some gift-giving ideas! Happy Friday!!

If you’re looking for more of our gift guides, check out the Gift Guide Section of our blog!

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Ever tried Khachapuri before? This delicious Georgian cheese bread is a boat-shaped fluffy bread filled with gorgeous melty cheese and a egg on top. It's served with pats of butter and you tear off some bread and dip it into the runny yolk and melted cheese and use the bread to scoop up the delicious filling! Dear Reader, this is a pushy recipe!

Georgians take this delicious bread seriously. Did you know that the price of Khachapuri measures inflation in different cities using the Khachapuri index? Inspired by The Economist's Big Mac Index, the khachapuri index was created by International School of Economics at Tbilisi State University. It experienced a surge of international popularity during the 2014 Sochi Olympics where 175,000 were sold at restaurants around the city.

There is also a superstition when making khachapuri dough - you are supposed to never try making it if you are in a bad mood as your mood is said to impact the resulting khachapuri's texture. Some say that you need to talk sweetly to the dough to cajole it.

You could travel around Georgia and try the various types of khachapuri based on the city that it is served. The most common type is the Imeretian khachapuri and it resembles a cheese pizza. This one is a Adjarian khachapuri from Adjara on the Black Sea where the egg yolk is said to be the sun and the khachapuri a boat. I liked the idea of a boat shape and dipping the bread into the runny yolk and cheese. And then there's the pats of butter on top which makes everything better.

Speaking of pats of a different kind, earlier this afternoon I bumped into our upstirs neighbour. He's a friendly guy and always says hello to Mochi and gives her a pat. We see him a lot as he spends a bit of time cleaning his car downstairs and I tend to see him when I take her out for a walk.

I was just closing our front door when he was walking up the stairs. "How are you going?" I asked him and he said that he hadn't had a good day at work. He then bent down and petted Mochi on the head and said hello to her. And then in a very unexpected gesture, he did the same to me. I could see the expression of horror on his face mid-pat that read "What the hell am I doing?".

I had to laugh because we were both as shocked by the gesture. I also don't think that in his current mood he would have had much luck with making khachapuri!

So tell me Dear Reader, do you ever do something and immediately regret it? Have you ever tried khachapuri? Do you believe in the superstition about making dough or cooking when in a bad mood?

An Original Recipe by Lorraine Elliott

Preparation time: 30 minutes plus 1 1/4 hours rising time

Cooking time: 20 minutes

For dough

• 3.5 cups bread flour
• 1 1/4-1.5 cups water
• 1/2 cup natural yogurt
• 2 teaspoons instant dried yeast
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 teaspoon salt

For filling

• 3.5-4 cups grated cheese (I used mozzarella, cheddar, feta and a bit of ricotta - use 3.5 cups if you add the egg, 4 cups if you don't)
• 7 eggs (1 egg for each bread plus extra for glaze)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped chives
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and diced
• Pats of butter to serve

Step 1 - Mix the flour, water, yogurt and yeast together in a bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook. Knead until elastic on low speed.

Step 2 - Shape into a ball and grease a bowl (I just place it in the same bowl) and allow to rise in a warm, draught free area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 3 - Meanwhile make the filling. Mix the cheeses together with the chives and garlic. Preheat oven to 225C/450F and line three baking trays with parchment.

Step 4 - Knead the dough with the salt and then divide the dough into six pieces. Shape into an oval directly on the lined baking tray and then shape some borders-this is quite easy and just takes a bit of time. Allow to rise for 15 minutes. Bake this for 5 minutes.

Step 5 - Then with a spoon, scrape out some of the partially baked dough from the inside cavity (making sure not to break through the bottom). Whisk one egg and brush the egg wash on the sides of the dough. Divide the filling among the six doughs and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the filling is golden. Using a tablespoon make a depression in the filling and crack the egg inside it. Bake for another 5 minutes. Serve immediately while the filling is hot.

How did the month of August go for you?

Did it fly by? Mine too!

I had plans to make progress on a couple of big projects — things like a new book, and an online class — and I did some work on them, but I also let myself just enjoy the slow drip of summer.

My family and I took a pretty emotional trip to the mountains, where my parents owned a house for 23 years that we are selling now that my father has died. It was wonderful and heart-breaking. I wrote a post about it on Instagram that may resonate with you if you’ve been through something similar.

Following this post, a kind reader sent me this poem on grief, and gave me the gift of a good cry. This song by Gilbert O’Sullivan works really well, too. My father liked it a lot.

In brighter news, we ended our summer with a wonderful weekend getaway at Relais Bernard Loiseau, a haven of green and good taste in Burgundy, where we got to splash around in the outdoor pool and enjoy the fine cuisine — I still dream of the langoustine dish we had, and the made-to-order Saint-Honoré. This was our last weekend together before the kids got back to school, and it felt like such a special out-of-time experience to share with them.

Because yes, both of my kids will be in school now! My youngest is starting École maternelle, which goes from age 3 to 6, and my oldest is entering École primaire, primary school, for kids aged 6 to 11. We are lucky that both public schools are within a block of each other and of our house, so the morning routine should not be too much of a challenge. It feels like a big milestone for each of them when I think about it (pardon my cliché, but: where did my babies go?!?). That said, I can see they are ready and excited, so I’m ready and excited right along with them.

Life-Changing Meal Planning Service!

This back-to-school period can feel busy and hectic whatever your family situation, and I wanted to share with you this life-changing meal plan I’ve been using from my friend Jules Clancy, called Soupstones Meal Plans.

Jules has been running her food blog The Stone Soup for almost as long as I have, and we have become good friends over the years. I’ve always been drawn to her cooking style, which is very similar to mine: fresh ingredients and simple recipes yielding bold flavors. She manages to pack so much flavor in recipes using 6 ingredients or fewer, it’s quite spectacular.

I’ve long been a proponent of planning your meals and I do it as often as I can, but sometimes that mental energy feels hard to find, and you kind of want someone else to do the deciding and the planning and the list-making for you — which Jules does! Every week! Better than most people could!

In recent months, with everything that’s been going on in my personal and professional life, I have found the Soupstones weekly meal plans and shopping lists to be amazingly helpful.

I don’t always follow them to a T depending on my preferences and the availability of ingredients at my own organic store, but they form the backbone of our weeknight meals, and they have made my life so, so much easier. We have been eating much better than we would have, too, and I find a lot of comfort in these home-cooked meals.

In her weekly meal plans, Jules includes all the variations needed to adapt the meals to different dietary preferences, and keeps things extremely simple and approachable without dumbing anything down. She includes tips to avoid waste, prep-ahead strategies, and sends out a lovely weekly newsletter that’s filled with inspiration. All recipes have beautiful photos and most include a video demo, so that would be an amazing gift to give to someone in your life who’s wanting to get into the habit of cooking more healthy meals at home.

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Check out the details and all the bonuses that you get with your subscription, and see if you’re keen to sign up before this promotion ends. You can cancel anytime, and Jules has a 60-day money-back-with-a-smile guarantee, so there’s no risk. Jules is a wonderful person and a mother of two little boys, and I’m delighted to help support her business.

Oh, and as a bonus, you can get a feel for Jules’ cooking style by downloading this free e-cookbook of 5-Ingredient Dinners that’s yours to keep whether or not you sign up.

Let me know what you think!