Leonie Le Blog

This is a popular Japanese dish called salmon roe rice bowl, which is also called ikura don. It has the bright flavors of fresh salmon roe and seasoned sushi rice. For sushi fans, this is the perfect meal because its easy to make and tastes great. Ingredients: 2 cups sushi rice 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup salmon roe ikura 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon mirin 1 tablespoon sake 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onions optional Instructions: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear Combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan Heat over low heat until sugar and salt dissolve Remove from heat Cook rice according to package instructions Once cooked, transfer to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture Let it cool slightly In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, and sake Bri...

A delicious and spicy Cajun chicken and rice dish cooked in one pot for easy cleanup. The combination of Cajun seasoning, tender chicken, rice, and vegetables creates a flavorful meal thats perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts, diced 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, diced 1 bell pepper, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup long grain rice 1 can 14 5 oz diced tomatoes 2 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup heavy cream Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish Instructions: In a bowl, toss diced chicken with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Add seasoned chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes Remove from skillet and set aside In the same skillet, add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic Cook until softened, about 5 minutes ...

A simplified version of the classic French onion soup, featuring caramelized onions in a flavorful beef broth, topped with crusty baguette slices and melted Gruyère cheese. Ingredients: 1kg onions, thinly sliced 4 tbsp butter 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1 5L beef broth 1 cup dry white wine Salt and pepper to taste Baguette slices Gruyre cheese, grated Instructions: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat Add onions and cook until caramelized, about 30 minutes Sprinkle flour over onions and cook for another 2 minutes Pour in beef broth and white wine, stirring to combine Season with salt and pepper, then simmer for 20 minutes Preheat oven broiler Place baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast until lightly browned Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top each with a slice of baguette, and sprinkle with Gruyre cheese Place bowls under the broiler until cheese is melte...

For those on a Paleo diet, these Grain-Free Crackers with Basil and Thyme are ideal. Dried basil and thyme give them a ton of flavor, and since they are grain-free, they are a guilt-free snack choice. Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour 1/4 cup coconut flour 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 egg 2 tablespoons water Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, ground flaxseed, dried basil, dried thyme, garlic powder, and sea salt In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, egg, and water Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until a dough forms Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out into a thin, even layer about 1/8...

Roasted bone marrow has a rich, buttery flavor that goes well with the fresh, bright taste of parsley salad in this recipe. Its a fancy but easy dish that looks great as an appetizer or light meal. Ingredients: 4 beef marrow bones, cut lengthwise 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lemon, juiced 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat your oven to 450F 230C Place the marrow bones on a baking sheet, cut side up Roast the bones in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the marrow is soft and starts to melt While the bones are roasting, prepare the parsley salad In a bowl, combine chopped parsley, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper Mix well Once the marrow bones are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly To serve, spoon the roasted bone marrow onto plates and top with the parsl...

Coconut milk makes this stew creamy, while sweet potatoes and chickpeas add sweetness and earthiness. Aromatic spices add flavor to the whole dish. This dish is healthy and filling, perfect for a cozy meal. Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced 1 can coconut milk 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups vegetable broth 2 tablespoons olive oil Fresh cilantro for garnish optional Instructions: In a big pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat Put in the minced garlic and diced onion Saut for about 5 minutes, until the onion is soft Add the salt, pepper, cumin, turmeric, paprika, and curry powder Stir them in and cook for two more minutes, until the food smells good Chicken broth, coconut milk, and d...

This quick and easy chicken and dumplings recipe is perfect for busy days. With simple ingredients and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can have a comforting meal ready with minimal effort. Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced 2 cans condensed cream of chicken soup 2 cups chicken broth 1 onion, chopped 3 carrots, sliced 3 celery stalks, sliced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried parsley Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup frozen peas 1 cup milk 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine diced chicken, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, chopped onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender About 30 minutes before s...

A tasty and nutritious breakfast option are these Paleo Banana Nut Waffles. They are ideal for a Paleo diet because they are dairy-free, grain-free, and gluten-free. Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas, mashed 4 eggs 1/4 cup almond flour 1/4 cup coconut flour 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp salt Coconut oil for greasing Instructions: Place the eggs and mashed bananas in a mixing bowl Mix in the baking powder, cinnamon, walnuts, almond flour, coconut flour, and salt To make a smooth batter, thoroughly mix To avoid sticking, preheat your waffle iron and lightly coat it with coconut oil Transfer a ladleful of batter onto the waffle iron, making sure it is evenly distributed Waffles should be cooked through and golden brown after about 45 minutes of cooking with the waffle iron closed Remove the waffle with care, then continue with the remaining bat...

With these tasty pumpkin spiced waffles, you can enjoy the warm and comforting tastes of fall. During the fall, theyre great for a cozy breakfast or brunch. Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin puree 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground cloves 2 large eggs 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 tsp vanilla extract Instructions: In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, until the batter is smooth Preheat your waffle iron and grease it lightly with non-stick spray or butter Pour the batter onto the waffle...

This Honey Chipotle Chicken recipe combines the sweetness of honey with the smoky heat of chipotle peppers for a flavorful and juicy grilled chicken dish. Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts 1/4 cup honey 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced chipotle peppers, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour marinade over them Seal bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight Preheat grill to medium-high heat Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired

This Honey Chipotle Chicken recipe combines the sweetness of honey with the smoky heat of chipotle peppers for a flavorful and juicy grilled chicken dish. Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts 1/4 cup honey 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced chipotle peppers, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour marinade over them Seal bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight Preheat grill to medium-high heat Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired

A delicious fall treat are these caramel apple donuts. They have caramel and apple flavors and are fluffy and sweet. Ideal for any time of year as a sweet treat or for a cosy autumn morning. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup diced apples 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup caramel sauce 1 egg 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp salt Vegetable oil for frying Instructions: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt In another bowl, beat the egg and mix in the milk and diced apples Combine the wet and dry ingredients until a thick batter forms Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350F 175C Carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil Drizzle caramel sauc...

This quick and easy chicken and dumplings recipe is perfect for busy days. With simple ingredients and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can have a comforting meal ready with minimal effort. Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced 2 cans condensed cream of chicken soup 2 cups chicken broth 1 onion, chopped 3 carrots, sliced 3 celery stalks, sliced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried parsley Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup frozen peas 1 cup milk 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine diced chicken, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, chopped onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender About 30 minutes before s...

These Mermaid Fudge Cookies have marbled blue and green swirls and are topped with colorful sprinkles. Ideal for bringing a little magic and fun to your dessert table Ingredients: 2 cups white chocolate chips 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk 1/4 cup unsalted butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract A pinch of salt Blue and green gel food coloring 1/2 cup colorful sprinkles Instructions: Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal In a medium saucepan, melt the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter over low heat Stir until smooth and well combined Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt Divide the fudge mixture into two bowls Add a few drops of blue food coloring to one bowl and green food coloring to the other Stir until you achieve the desired mermaid colors Alternately dro...

Coconut milk makes this stew creamy, while sweet potatoes and chickpeas add sweetness and earthiness. Aromatic spices add flavor to the whole dish. This dish is healthy and filling, perfect for a cozy meal. Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced 1 can coconut milk 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups vegetable broth 2 tablespoons olive oil Fresh cilantro for garnish optional Instructions: In a big pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat Put in the minced garlic and diced onion Saut for about 5 minutes, until the onion is soft Add the salt, pepper, cumin, turmeric, paprika, and curry powder Stir them in and cook for two more minutes, until the food smells good Chicken broth, coconut milk, and d...