Recipes

Whenever I’m craving something bold, easy, and full of flavor, I reach for my Instant Pot and make a batch of Borracho Beans — or as my uncle used to call them, Drunken Beans. Growing up around Tex-Mex dishes, this was a staple at every family gathering and potluck. It’s more than just a side […]

Cooking wild rice in the Instant Pot is a quick and easy way to get perfectly soft and fluffy grains every time. I used to make wild rice on the stovetop, soaking it overnight and cooking it the next day, but it was such a hassle. Using a pressure cooker now lets me skip the

I remember struggling to make perfect brown rice in a rice cooker. It often turns out mushy, undercooked, or unevenly cooked. Unlike white rice, brown rice has an outer bran layer that gives it a nutty flavor and chewy texture but requires a longer cooking time.  Over time, I discovered the key to consistent results

I love cooking wild rice in my cooker because it’s super easy and convenient. With the right water ratio, you get perfectly fluffy and tender grains every time—no stress, no mess. Unlike cooking on the stove, where I’ve forgotten a pot and had a sticky nightmare to scrape off, the rice cooker makes it nearly

Cooking brown basmati rice on the stove has become a comforting ritual for me. I still laugh when I think about my first attempt—my best friend convinced me to try meal prepping, but midway through, she called, panicked, because she accidentally added sugar instead of salt. Her sweet, fragrant “rice pudding” was a hilarious reminder

I still remember the first time I tried cooking barley on the stovetop. I was excited to make a healthy, delicious grain bowl, but after waiting nearly an hour, I was left with a pot of unevenly cooked, overly mushy grains. Frustrated, I searched for a better way, and that’s when I discovered the Instant

When I first discovered oat groats, I had no idea they were the least processed form of oatmeal. Unlike old-fashioned oatmeal, which is steamed and flattened into flakey pieces, or steel-cut oats that are cut in half, oat groats are unprocessed grains with a chewy texture and a stronger, nutty flavor. I quickly realized that

There’s something truly special about baking gluten-free buckwheat bread from scratch. Every time I step into the kitchen, I’m reminded of the magic that happens when unique ingredients come together in perfect harmony. The earthy goodness of buckwheat gives the bread a hearty base, while the rich sweetness of molasses and the warm notes of

If you have never tried wheat berries, you are in for a treat!  These whole grains have nutritional benefits and a mild flavor, similar to oatmeal but with a chewier texture. They easily mix with flavors, making them perfect for soups, salads, and breakfast dishes.  When purchased at the store, they come hard and dry,