It is that time of the year. Still thinking about simple, home-made gifts? Here is an idea for you. What about delicious cookies that smell like holidays? Those loaded with healthy ingredients, but NOT with calories. Yes. They do exist... This recipe for almond cookies was inspired by biscotti and Springerle cookies. When I first tried Springerle cookies, I fell in love with the anise seeds that flavor them. Their fruity aroma instantly transports me to festive holida

I know what you must be thinking. I'm going out on a limb to say this out loud. This granola nearly banished my craving for sweet desserts except for these oatmeal and almond cookies. What I like about it is that just a handful of this granola is deeply satisfying. Not only would it cure the pang of your empty stomach in the late afternoon right away, but it would also become a go-to-dessert during your coffee breaks. This granola is composed of nuts, seeds, whole grains,

Have you ever wondered whether store-bought, same old bread is inescapable? After all, it is time-consuming to make yeast bread from scratch, right? Not so fast. What if you can spoil your family with a homemade specialty bread in two hours, 75% of which is idle time? Let me put up a warning sign first. Once you try this recipe, there is no going back... I used to buy breakfast bagels at a local bakery. Only until I became quite happy with my rusty home-made bread. A majorit

Have you ever had a craving for a refreshing meal, which would instantly cool you down on a sultry day? This is a make-ahead noodle salad dish (yes, great as a brunch over the weekend). You can make this salad ahead of time and refrigerate it for at least an hour up to overnight to fully develop its flavor. Before serving, all you have to do is boiling eggs and noodle. How easy is that? ​ Ingredients for 2 servings Seasoning sauce 3 tsp Coarse red pepper powder. (It is i

Have you dreamed of guilt-free AND mouthwatering chocolate chip cookies? You've come to the right place. This recipe creates soft, chocolaty, fruity, nutty, and wholesome cookies that stay moist and flavorful at room temperature up to a week much better than most home-made cookies made of butter. Because these cookies travel so well, you can pack them up for an emergency breakfast or snack just in case you get hungry in late afternoons before dinner. Once you get used to the