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 Here’s how you can make a flavorful Thai Peanut Noodle Salad at home. It's light, refreshing, and packed with crunchy veggies and a delicious peanut sauce! Ingredients For the Salad: 200g rice noodles (or any noodles you like) 1 cucumber , julienned or thinly sliced 1 cup shredded red cabbage 1 carrot , julienned or grated ½ cup edamame (cooked) 1 red bell pepper , thinly sliced 2-3 green onions , chopped ¼ cup fresh cilantro or mint, chopped 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional) Peanuts , crushed for topping Lime wedges , for serving For the Peanut Sauce: ¼ cup creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free) 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (if not vegan) 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 clove garlic , minced 1 teaspoon ginger , grated 1-2 teaspoons sriracha or chili flakes (for heat, optional) 2-4 tablespoons warm water (to thin the sauce) Instructions 1. Prepare the Noodles: Cook the rice noodles according to the package instru...

  Ingredients : 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice 1 lb (450g) mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, or a mix), sliced 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 4-5 cups vegetable broth (kept warm) 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or vegan Parmesan) 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp butter (or vegan butter) 1 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme) Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) Instructions : Prepare the mushrooms : Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they’re golden brown. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Remove from heat and set aside. Cook the aromatics : In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the remaining olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, being careful not to let it burn. Toast the rice : ...

Ingredients : 4 large portobello mushrooms (stems removed) 2 cups fresh spinach (or baby spinach) 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or vegan cheese) 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (or vegan cheese) 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional) Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional) Instructions : Preheat the oven : Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare the mushrooms : Clean the portobello mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp cloth. Remove the stems and scoop out the gills with a spoon to make room for the filling. Brush both sides of the mushrooms with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place them on a baking sheet, gill side up. Make the filling : Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Remove ...

  Ingredients : For the falafel : 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free) 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp baking powder Salt and pepper to taste Olive oil for frying For the wrap : 4 pita breads or flatbreads Lettuce, chopped Tomatoes, diced Cucumbers, sliced Red onion, thinly sliced Tahini sauce or hummus (optional: garlic sauce) Fresh parsley or cilantro (optional) Instructions : Make the falafel mixture : In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, flour, and baking powder. Pulse the mixture until it's finely minced but still has some texture (not a complete paste). If it’s too wet, add more flour. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Form the mixture into small balls (about 1-2 tablespoons each) and flatten them slightly to make patties...

 A Philly cheesesteak is a classic American sandwich that originated in Philadelphia. It typically consists of thinly sliced beef (usually ribeye or top round) cooked on a griddle and topped with melted cheese, usually American, provolone, or Cheez Whiz. It's served on a hoagie roll and often comes with sautéed onions, peppers, and sometimes mushrooms. Here’s a simple recipe to make one at home: Ingredients: 1 lb thinly sliced beef (ribeye or top round) 4 hoagie rolls 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced (optional) 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional) 4 slices provolone cheese (or American cheese, Cheez Whiz) Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tbsp oil or butter Instructions: Sauté the Vegetables : Heat 1 tablespoon of oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms, and sauté until soft and caramelized. Remove and set aside. Cook the Beef : In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil or butter. Add the thinly sliced beef, season wit...