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The recipes we actually cook.

American bases +2

Mayo marinade

This is a quick and effective way to marinade chicken and pork. The mayo ensure spices don’t burn, and it adheres to the cut surprisingly well.

Prep5m
Serves2
American mains +4

Pulled pork

Pulled pork is a great base for dozens of dishes, including sliders, chilis, tacos, macaroni, rice bowls, and more.

Prep15m
Cook1h
ServesTBD
Greek bases +5

Gyro base

Gyro beef or lamb is a great base for salads, pitas, sandwhichs, and other preparations.

Prep15m
Serves8
Italian pasta +3

Fresh egg pasta

Making pasta by hand is easier than it looks. It takes about 20 minutes, plus a bit of cleanup.

Prep20m
Cook2-3m
Serves4
Italian mains +4

Meatballs

A plate of spaghetti is a warm, comforting meal. Topping it with a meatball or two elevates it to perfection.

Prep30m
Cook20m
Servesmakes ~1.7 kg
CHINESE bases +4

Marinated pressed tofu

I ate a handmade wide noodle dish with this tofu that had chew, and depth. This is my version.

Prep10m
Cook25m
Serves4+
Japanese bases +1

Chashu pork

This is one of the best pork recipes I know; tender, savoury, and perfect on soups and with noodles.

Prep15m
Cook2h
Serves6–8
Chinese bases +3

Velveting (pork)

This technique is surprisingly effective for the effort, producing soft, savoury bites.

Prep5m
Serves2-3
american bases +1

Breakfast sausage

These make great patties, sausages, or crumble. I use this sausage in pastas, on breakfast sandwhiches, and in stir fries.

Prep15m
Servesscales to any quantity
world bases +2

Roast poultry

A roasted chicken or turkey is a comforting base for a family meal, or for food prep.

Prep10m
Cook75–95m
Servesscales to bird size
Greek bases +3

Greek marinade

I developed this when trying to replicate a local Greek restaurant’s roast chicken and potatoes. It’s good enough for a weeknight meal.

Prep5m
Servesfor ~600g protein
Canadian bases +2

Crispy chicken rub

When we crave shake-and-bake, this is what we make. It hits she same notes with fewer calories.

Prep5m
Servesfor 1 whole chicken or 4 bone-in pieces
Indian bases +3

Vindaloo paste

Vindaloo is my favourite curry, so I developed this paste.

Prep15m
Cook2-3m