The Most Delicious Recipes I Love Cooking
Cooking is not just about preparing meals; it's an art form that fills my life with joy and satisfaction. Here, I share some of the most delicious recipes that I have cooked, ranging from comforting soups to hearty roasts, each with its unique flavors and techniques.
Bagna Cauda
While Bagna Cauda is traditionally served as a dip, I discovered a delightful twist on it—using it to sauté vegetables. By adding a fresh bread dip into the pan, the tender vegetables and warm sauce create an irresistible combination.
Penne Vodka
One of my favorite dishes to make is penne vodka. This spaghetti-like pasta, cooked in a creamy vodka sauce, is a dish that never fails to satisfy. The balance of savory and tangy flavors makes it a comfort food delight, making it the most delicious thing I can cook on a chilly night.
Pindang Patin
The most delicious meal I've ever cooked is Pindang Patin, a traditional comfort dish with a rich yet healthy profile. The soup has a light sour and salty taste with spicy and sweet undertones. Made from simple ingredients like galangal, turmeric, ginger, garlic, and shallots, this dish can be customized to your liking by adding bilimbis, tomatoes, spring onions, lemon, Thai lemon basil, pineapple, and chili peppers. Freshwater fish such as red snapper, milkfish, or shrimp can be used as an alternative to pangas fish.
To prepare this dish, simply add salt and leave out the oil for stir-frying the spices. Simmer the spices and seasonings with water for 10 to 15 minutes to achieve a rich flavor. Enjoy the comfort and satisfaction of this hearty and flavorful soup!
Beef Roasts with Vegetables
A personal favorite of mine is cooking beef roasts with a symphony of vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, sweet potatoes, onions, garlic, mushrooms, celery, and bell peppers. Basted with red wine and beef broth, the flavors meld together to create a savory and rich dish that is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Consistent Delights
When it comes to ranking my most delicious dishes, a few stand out:
BBQ Baked Beans: Sweet and savory, these baked beans are a step up from ordinary. With Chile peppers, onions, carrots, and celery added for flavor, these beans are both healthier and more delicious than most traditional recipes.
Smoked Shotgun Shells: This delectable concoction involves manicotti stuffed with sausage, wrapped in bacon, and drenched in BBQ sauce. It is an absolute delight to behold and taste, making it a challenge to resist devouring half the batch in one sitting.
Ultra Deluxe Chicken Enchiladas: Combining three different recipes into a single meal, this dish is a hearty delight filled with flavor. While I am usually tempted to eat more than one enchilada, the filling and the sauce create a harmonious and satisfying experience.
Although these dishes are my most consistent favorites, the joy of cooking lies in the variety. I cook a multitude of recipes, and what I find the most delicious can vary based on my current cravings and moods. Whether it's a luxurious fried chicken sandwich or a comforting beef roast, each meal is a celebration of culinary creativity and deliciousness.