Macaroni and Cheese (Baked)
Ingredients Base ½ lb (227 g) dry elbow macaroni 3 Tbsp butter 3 Tbsp flour 1 Tbsp powdered mustard 3 cups milk 1 red onion, finely chopped 2 tsp Tabasco pepper sauce 1 bay leaf ½ tsp paprika 1 standard…
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Lemon Rice
Lemon rice is a specialty of the South Indian coastal state of Tamil Nadu. Ingredients 4 cups cooked white rice 1 tsp mustard seeds 3 tbsp sesame oil (also called til/gingely oil or NaLEnnai) 2 tbsp split peas 2 tbsp…
Dirty Rice
Dirty rice is a traditional Cajun dish made from white rice cooked with small pieces of chicken liver or giblets, which give it a dark (“dirty”) color. Ingredients 2 tablespoons chicken fat 1 teaspoon black pepper ½ lb (225 g)…
Azteca (Aztec-inspired Bean Soup)
This is from Bob Uhl’s recipe for Azteca found on his bachelor recipes site. It is inspired—in the loosest sense; it is not at all historical—by the diet of the Aztecs, whence comes the name. It’s quite tasty and filling.…
Raita
Raita is an Indian garnish often served with spiced dishes. It acts as a cooling flavour as the fat in the yogurt dissolves and mollifies chili in the curry, while the taste of cucumber and fresh mint or other herbs…
German Potato Salad
German potato salad is a popular variation of potato salad that is generally served warm. It is typically more sour and contains pork or bacon. Ingredients 1 ¾ lbs (790 g) red potatoes 4 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tbsp mayonnaise…
Deviled Eggs
Serve these deviled eggs for any occasion, whether it be a wedding feast, a picnic in the park, or for lunch or dinner! Ingredients 6 Large Hard-boiled eggs, halved lengthwise (if not already prepared, add 10-15 mins to prep time.)…
Stuffed Courgette
Ingredients 2 large courgettes (zucchini) 1 large onion Garlic Olive oil 1 large green bell pepper 2 large tomatoes Herbs 4 oz cooked brown rice Mustard Seasoning Cheddar cheese Preparation Slice courgettes in half lengthways, and scoop or cut out…
Macaroni Pie
Macaroni pie is a side dish that goes well with stewed chicken, callalloo or any stewed peas like pigeon peas or lentils. It can also be enjoyed on its own. Ingredients 1 package (225 grams / 8 oz) dried macaroni…
Huancayo Potatoes in Cream Sauce (Papas a la Huancaína)
Ingredients 10 medium potatoes (new or red a good choice) 1 pound cheese (Romano, Mexican or feta work well) 4 aji amarillo (Peruvian yellow chili peppers), seeded and deveined 1 cup evaporated milk ½ cup vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic…
Polenta
Polenta is a dish of cooked cornmeal. It is delicious topped with your favorite tomato sauce or with an assortment of grilled vegetables. Chilled, firm polenta may be served cut into triangles alongside chili or other hearty stews. Leftover polenta…
Baked Potatoes
Potatoes are perfect for camping—they don’t take up space in the cooler, and cooked in foil they are easy to prepare. Ingredients 1 large baking potato Cooking oil Salt Butter or sour cream (optional) Procedure Cleaning and Preparation You must…