Ramen Confession

I am ashamed of myself, but I’m not sorry. I’d do it again… I’d do anything to satisfy my ramen craving. I’ve had ramen cravings strike before, but I’d always been able to fulfill them by visiting one of DC’s rapidly multiplying ramen places. I either wait two hours for a bowl at a very small but popular place, or I drive to get some. But I was short of time, out of a car, and hungry for some soup. … Continue reading

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Crisped Cous Cous with Roasted Shrimp and Veggies

During these dark winter nights, I get really sleepy and don’t feel like cooking a big meal. But because it’s cold outside, I still want to eat something warm and comforting with a lot of flavor. I frequently turn to simple meals like this one- meals that use ingredients I tend to have in my kitchen and require minimal effort. To make this cous cous, preheat your oven to 400ºF, and begin preparing your vegetables. For 3-4 servings, cut 1/2 … Continue reading

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Pesto Parmesan Palmiers

One of my favorite parts of any party is getting to nosh on different appetizers. Sometimes, I don’t even require a meal if the appetizers are good enough. If you’re hosting friends, I strongly recommend that you make these savory palmiers to pique your guests’ appetites. They are relatively simple to make if you use store-bought puff pastry, and you can make endless varieties depending on what you put in them. I made these palmiers recently for a Thanksgiving party, … Continue reading

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