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Welcome to My Test Kitchen — a collection of recipes I’ve tested, tweaked, and actually make at home. From cozy breakfasts to simple dinners and fresh bowls, these are the recipes that stuck around.
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Easy Sashimi Seaweed Salad with Spicy Mayo (No Cooking Required)
Twenty years ago, I ate the same sashimi salad every night during a trip to Austin. I finally recreated it at home using store-bought sashimi, seaweed salad, and a quick spicy mayo.
Garlicky Crab Zoodles
These garlicky crab zoodles are light, flavorful, and come together fast. An easy zucchini noodle dinner with garlic, parmesan, and chili flakes.
Make-Ahead Breakfast Sandwiches That Actually Reheat Well
These easy make-ahead breakfast sandwiches use fluffy baked eggs, cheese and English muffins for a simple grab-and-go breakfast. I tested different ways to store and reheat them—including straight from the freezer—to find the method that actually works.
Creamy Shrimp Alfredo That We Finally Got Right
After a few thin, lumpy and grainy attempts, we finally figured out our homemade Alfredo sauce. This creamy shrimp Alfredo uses heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan and a little patience—and my family gave it a 10/10.
Real-Life Lunches: Meals I Actually Make
These are favorite real-life lunches when it’s too hot to cook. A smoked salmon Caesar salad and a pita BLT with avocado are quick, satisfying, and easy to make with everyday ingredients.
Chicken & Mushroom Napa Cabbage Dumplings
These chicken and mushroom Napa cabbage rolls started as a recipe I had to try and quickly became a 10/10 repeat dinner. The savory filling is packed with mushrooms, ginger and scallions, wrapped in tender cabbage leaves and served with a simple dipping sauce. They look a little fancy, but once you get the hang of rolling them, they’re surprisingly easy to make.
Creamy Greek Yogurt Cucumber Dip with Chili Crunch & Salmon
A creamy Greek yogurt cucumber dip with lime, chili crunch, jalapeño, dill, and honey, served with thick cucumber slices and salmon for a fresh, savory snack.
My Tinned Fish Capsule Lunches
A simple approach to tinned fish lunches built around easy pairings, flexible bases, and repeatable combinations. Think capsule wardrobe — but for your pantry.
Fire-Roasted Green Salsa (No Recipe, Just Vibes)
A no-measure, fire-roasted green salsa made with tomatillos, onions, jalapeños, and garlic. Simple ingredients, bold flavor, and zero pressure.
Cozy Egg Drop Soup (With Mushrooms & Crunchy Wonton Strips)
A cozy, no-stress egg drop soup inspired by TikTok, made with mushrooms and topped with crispy wonton strips. This flexible comfort soup is all about warmth, texture, and making it your own.