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Crispy Air Fryer Tofu

Ultra crunchy, seasoned to perfection and served with a sweet and salty soy dipping sauce, our Crispy Air Fryer Tofu is what snack dreams are made of. Crispy Air Fryer Tofu There seems to be a common theme when it comes to tofu – it’s only for vegetarians. This simply isn’t true. Even though I love my roast chickens, crispy filets of salmon and a good steak now and then, I find myself gravitating towards veggie-forward, non-meat options over and over. And you should too. If you’re really on the fence about tofu, our air fryer tofu is a great place to start. Coating little pieces of tofu in cornstarch and plenty of seasoning then throwing them in the air...

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My 20 Best Dishes in 2022

My very belated annual 20 best dishes list in 2022. Happy, healthy and successful 23 to all of you! You can see my previous lists here.  Cod with vin jaune, truffle and caviar at Restaurant Jordnaer, Copenhagen Mandu of Fjord shrimps, spicy Korean peppers at Koan in Copenhagen, which is reopening this year at a new location. (I really admire what Kristian Baumann does!) Bread pancake “Bianchetto” with buttermilk, wild onions & smoked aged cheese at Geranium, Copenhagen. Geranium would also be a clear winner for the intricate presentation of the dishes. Mantis shrimp crudo at All’Arco Venezia cicchetti bar in Venice. First morrels and first asparagus with beurre blanc and yellow Jura wine sauce at “Le Salon” of Le...

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Chicago Restaurant Week Guide

Chicago Restaurant Week is back! Mitch and I enjoy dining out at local restaurants and this annual city-wide celebration is the perfect opportunity to try some new eateries.  It’s also a fantastic time to enjoy a meal at some of the best restaurants in the country. And with the special event meal prices, we can treat ourselves to a fine dining experience without the guilt-inducing splurge! Seriously. We are so excited. If you’re wondering where to eat, I’m here to help. This isn’t our first time around the block, after all. ;) These are my recommendations for where to eat during Chicago Restaurant Week: Chicago Restaurant Week Guide What Is Chicago Restaurant Week? Chicago Restaurant Week is a celebration of...

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Walnut Miso Noodles

The markets here are full of color right now. Gold, red, and orange beets. Pink-fleshed pomelos. Tiny purple-streaked artichokes. Deep, dark leafy greens. This week I filled my basket with my favorite eggs, a loaf of whole wheat seed bread, fresh tofu, lots of leeks and spring onions, chard with electric-pink stems, and one bunch of pencil-thin asparagus. I bought a small bouquet of sunset-colored flowers with the change in my pocket and made my way home. A few of my finds when straight into my lunch, this hearty noodle bowl.I made a quick, creamy walnut-miso dressing and used it to coat whole wheat noodles, plenty of sliced asparagus, leftover tofu, and a few other ingredients I had within reach....

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Comfort Food Challenge: Creamy Winter Walnut Pasta | My Soho Times

This winter we’ve partnered with Co-op to set the ultimate food challenge for our foodie content creators: winter comfort recipes on a budget! You’re in for a treat with this series of Creators x Co-op Winter Comforts… Here’s Kinal’s Creamy Winer Walnut Pasta and sides on a budget, enjoy! Creamy Winer Walnut Pasta IG: @nyc_to_london This Creamy Winter Walnut Pasta takes basics such as mushroom, cream, and garlic and adds a bit of pizzazz with mascarpone, walnuts and parmesan. And a few easy, hearty sides to round it out – asparagus tips, garlic bread and salad. It was fun to try to create a tasty meal, easily scalable for a larger party within a reasonable budget. Cooking at home and including your...

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