Do you also prefer eating your bananas slightly or even barely ripe? When a banana is too ripe or very ripe I don't enjoy it as much. And when it's overripe I can't eat it without forcing myself to chew or trying not to think of the gooey texture. So, to not throw them away … Continue reading Banana Pancakes
Papa di Aros (Rice Porridge)
I don't often cook nor eat rice, so when I do I always make too much and so end up with leftover rice. And you know I know what to do with leftover food. Make something new with it! And then eat it of course. 'Papa di aros' means rice porridge in Papiamentu and is … Continue reading Papa di Aros (Rice Porridge)
The Hearty Sassy Water
December full of treats was a month ago, covid's been with us for two and something years and if you too are going through winter then maybe your immune system isn't the strongest right now. This Hearty Sassy Water will give you a healthy boost and promotes natural weight loss. It consists of five simple … Continue reading The Hearty Sassy Water
Midnight Microwave Mug-cake
So last night I got an immense craving for chocolate cake with icecream. But I didn't had cake at home nor were any shops or restaurants open for me to buy some. Then I remembered how my flatmate Letícia makes mug-cakes but I never wanted to make them because you had to use the microwave … Continue reading Midnight Microwave Mug-cake
Quick & Easy Ice Cream Base
I hope you agree with me, when I say that Ice Cream is always a good idea. Always. In this recipe I would like to focus only on how to make a very simple, easy and quick Ice Cream Base, which is actually also light vanilla ice cream. In Desserts you will find the recipes … Continue reading Quick & Easy Ice Cream Base
Mackerel Croquettes
I made these croquettes out of a couple potatoes and an onion that were starting to get old. I didn’t want to waste them, so I checked what else I had on the shelves to add to the recipe. These croquettes were very easy to make and I managed to enjoy them for 3 days. … Continue reading Mackerel Croquettes
Quick & Easy Piccalilli
The first time I made piccalilly, I actually let a friend do most (maybe all) of the work. It had to be made because I wanted it in my Ayaka (a typical Curaçolean Christmas/december dish) and on its side. Then last Christmas I made it again because hey, Ayaka time. And this time I was … Continue reading Quick & Easy Piccalilli
Quinoa Cauliflower Burgers
The original recipe was actually given to me by a friend who made a vegan version. I wasn’t very patient in mashing the ingredients properly together, so I added two eggs to make the burgers less falling-apart-ish. Also the original has less seasoning and ingredients and instead of cauliflower it has courgette. But ok, this … Continue reading Quinoa Cauliflower Burgers
New Year’s Eve Oliebollen
It's the last day of the year and that means Oliebollen! This is a typical Dutch dish and tradition which I have grown fond of. I like mine when they are warm, have a crust and are filled with alcohol soaked raisins. Oh and when they are topped with a tiny mountain of powdered sugar! … Continue reading New Year’s Eve Oliebollen
Pumpkin Pancakes
Of course this is my first recipe in the list. Pumpkin Pancakes! If you have been following the L.O.G., you'll notice that I make these a lot. I also get a lot of requests to make them again and to share the recipe. So this Must be one of the firsts. Pumpkin pancakes are a … Continue reading Pumpkin Pancakes