diff --git a/src/cacio-e-pepe.md b/src/cacio-e-pepe.md index 1b31e58..ca51ea5 100644 --- a/src/cacio-e-pepe.md +++ b/src/cacio-e-pepe.md @@ -2,23 +2,23 @@ ![pepe](pix/cacio-e-pepe.webp) -Cacio e Pepe(meaning cheese and pepper) is not only based but also incredibly simple, ideal for lazy neets and similarly minded people +Cacio e Pepe (meaning cheese and pepper) is not only based but also incredibly simple, ideal for lazy neets and similarly minded people who don't want to wash too many dishes and don't like complicated recipes with too many extra ingredients. ## Ingredients - Spaghetti (recipe works with pretty much any type) -- Grated Parmasean Cheese (or something similar) +- Grated Parmesan Cheese (or something similar) ## Directions -1. Cook your chosen amount of spaghetti 1-2 minutes under the time on the package +1. Cook your chosen amount of spaghetti 1-2 minutes under the time on the package according to the directions on the package or however you usually do it. 2. Discard most of the water, leaving about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of water in with the pasta (it depends on how much pasta you're making) -3. On medium heat, add the grated parmasean cheese and stir everything so that the cheese melts and evenly coats the pasta. -How much cheese you need depends on how much spaghetti you're cooking. If it doesnt taste cheesy enough, add more on top at the end. +3. On medium heat, add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir everything so that the cheese melts and evenly coats the pasta. +How much cheese you need depends on how much spaghetti you're cooking. If it doesn't taste cheesy enough, add more on top at the end. 4. After 1 minute or so on medium heat, the pasta water and cheese will combine to form a creamy sauce. -5. Top with more cheese if you need, then add black pepper and salt according to your taste. +5. Top with more cheese if you need, then add black pepper and salt according to your taste. Pasta water and the cheese are already salty, so you may not need to add any extra salt. 6. It's done! diff --git a/src/caesar-salad.md b/src/caesar-salad.md index de905ca..8352b33 100644 --- a/src/caesar-salad.md +++ b/src/caesar-salad.md @@ -2,19 +2,19 @@ ![caesar_salad](pix/csalad.webp) -Caesar Salad is an easy and delicious meal for lunch or dinner. +Caesar Salad is an easy and delicious meal for lunch or dinner. ## Ingredients - Romaine Lettuce -- Grated Parmesan Cheese +- Grated Parmesan Cheese - Croutons - Caesar Salad Dressing ## Directions -1. Prepare a whole head of Romaine Lettuce by chopping off the root and rising throrougly with water. Dry competely. -2. Once the lettuce is fully dry, put in a mixing bowl with lettuce and the Caesar Salad dressing. Toss to cover each leaf competely. +1. Prepare a whole head of Romaine Lettuce by chopping off the root and rising thoroughly with water. Dry completely. +2. Once the lettuce is fully dry, put in a mixing bowl with lettuce and the Caesar Salad dressing. Toss to cover each leaf completely. 3. Add croutons. 4. Grate Parmesan over salad. 5. Eat with hands. diff --git a/src/chicken-parmesan.md b/src/chicken-parmesan.md index 7e6329a..02866a7 100644 --- a/src/chicken-parmesan.md +++ b/src/chicken-parmesan.md @@ -18,19 +18,19 @@ The recipe that started this very site. 1. Slice the chicken breasts through their width so that they are as flat as possible. 2. Pound breasts as flat as possible. 3. Add flour to a bowl or basin large enough to fit a breast, add pepper. -4. Crack eggs into another large bowl or basin and wisk them. -5. Add breadcrumbs to yet another large bowl or basin. Add generous amounts of grated parmesian. +4. Crack eggs into another large bowl or basin and whisk them. +5. Add breadcrumbs to yet another large bowl or basin. Add generous amounts of grated parmesan. 6. One by one, take each breast and dip and cover it in the flour, then the egg, then the bread crumbs. 7. Cover a pan with olive oil and heat it just under when it begins to smoke. 8. Fry the bread crumb-coated chicken breasts in the oil. Add butter generously while frying to ensure frying oil does not evaporate. -9. Move fried breasts to an oiled or buttered pan, add mozarella and parmesan on them. +9. Move fried breasts to an oiled or buttered pan, add mozzarella and parmesan on them. 10. Broil/cook the breasts only long enough for the cheese to melt. 11. Serve the breasts with [pasta sauce](pasta-sauce.html) either above or below. This is often served with [pasta](pasta.html). ## Note There is some controversy over when to add the pasta sauce to this dish. -Some place it on the chicken before cooking it with the mozarella. +Some place it on the chicken before cooking it with the mozzarella. The sauce, if left on the chicken too long will make the breadcrumbs go soggy. That also will make leftovers mushy (while still tasty). I recommend keeping the breasts separate and only adding the sauce when served. diff --git a/src/chicken-tacos.md b/src/chicken-tacos.md index 0adc571..afe9ec9 100644 --- a/src/chicken-tacos.md +++ b/src/chicken-tacos.md @@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ ## Ingredients - chicken breasts -- two or three onions (preferrably red) +- two or three onions (preferably red) - seasoning: - adobo seasoning - paprika @@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ 1. Quarter two onions and spread on the bottom of a slow-cooker. 2. Place chicken breasts on top of onions. 3. Season slow-cooker contents liberally with adobo seasoning, paprika and any other desired seasonings, squeeze half of a lime too if desired. -4. Let cook on low for 8 hours. Cooking on high for less time is possible as well, but a slower cook is preferrable. +4. Let cook on low for 8 hours. Cooking on high for less time is possible as well, but a slower cook is preferable. 7. Dice the tomato, cilantro, any lettuce and the third onion for taco contents. 9. Shred chicken with forks once cooked. Optionally add a dash more seasoning for taste or appearance. 10. Add chicken, cheese and all the diced ingredients to tortillas. diff --git a/src/chicken-wings.md b/src/chicken-wings.md index 6519c11..de24bdc 100644 --- a/src/chicken-wings.md +++ b/src/chicken-wings.md @@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ Perfectly cooked fall off the bone buffalo wings. ## Ingredients - Chicken wings and drums -- Enough Franks RedHot Sauce to marinate and top dress* +- Enough Frank's RedHot Sauce to marinate and top dress* - Reynold's Oven Bag ## Directions diff --git a/src/chili-con-carne.md b/src/chili-con-carne.md index 78a19bf..0f633ae 100644 --- a/src/chili-con-carne.md +++ b/src/chili-con-carne.md @@ -25,9 +25,9 @@ ## Directions 1. Brown the beef by adding it to a pot with neutral oil. Start breaking it into small pieces. Allow water to leave the meat. Salt it to expel more water. Once water is gone, the sound will change and it will start to fry. Let it get a dark brown. Remove beef and set aside. -2. Dice onions, red peppers, and chili peppers into small pieces (dice). Sautee until translucent. Add finely chopped garlic, chili flakes, paprika, cumin, and oregano. +2. Dice onions, red peppers, and chili peppers into small pieces (dice). Sautee until translucent. Add finely chopped garlic, chili flakes, paprika, cumin, and oregano. 3. Add tomato paste to vegetables and let brown. -4. Add meat to the veegetables. +4. Add meat to the vegetables. 5. Add whole peeled tomatoes and some water (or stock). 6. Simmer for at least 45-60 minutes. Stir occasionally and add liquid if getting too dry. 7. Stir in kidney beans and dark chocolate. diff --git a/src/country-skillet.md b/src/country-skillet.md index f27e438..5b1fb1b 100644 --- a/src/country-skillet.md +++ b/src/country-skillet.md @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ have used, but seldom use. * 2 small/medium-sized potatoes * Salt * Black pepper -* 4-6 bacon stripes* +* 4-6 bacon strips* * ½ an onion* * Cheese (I usually use Gouda)* * Paprika* diff --git a/src/croutons.md b/src/croutons.md index 1e02dbd..897e7c2 100644 --- a/src/croutons.md +++ b/src/croutons.md @@ -13,8 +13,8 @@ Croutons are an essential addition to many salads. They are delicious and easy ## Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Gently cut slices of white bread into squares with a chef's knife. One to two slices is usually enough for one person. -2. In a large bowl combine olive oil, spices, and bread squares and gently mix to thoroughly season bread. Spices can be anything but I recommend oregano, paprika, black pepper, garilc powder or freshly minced garlic, and a small pinch of cayenne. -3. Spread seasoned breaad squares large face down onto a baking sheet evenly and put in oven for 6-8 minutes. Once the bread has crisped flip each square and put back in oven for another 6-8 minutes or until crispy throughout. +2. In a large bowl combine olive oil, spices, and bread squares and gently mix to thoroughly season bread. Spices can be anything but I recommend oregano, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder or freshly minced garlic, and a small pinch of cayenne. +3. Spread seasoned bread squares large face down onto a baking sheet evenly and put in oven for 6-8 minutes. Once the bread has crisped flip each square and put back in oven for another 6-8 minutes or until crispy throughout. 4. Once fully baked, let rest until cool. These can be eaten immediately or saved in a sandwich bag for later. ## Contributors diff --git a/src/drunken-beans.md b/src/drunken-beans.md index 6b0486f..7ae2f87 100644 --- a/src/drunken-beans.md +++ b/src/drunken-beans.md @@ -1,12 +1,12 @@ -# Drunken beans(Pintos Borrachos) +# Drunken beans (Pintos Borrachos) Pinto beans cooking with beer, what beer you use can change the dish. ## Ingredients -- 1 small yellow onion -- 3 gloves of garlic -- 2 tomatos. chopped +- 1 small yellow onion +- 3 gloves of garlic +- 2 tomatoes. chopped - 4 cups of water - 1 1/2 cups of pinto beans (can be dried or canned) - 1 tbsp oregano @@ -20,7 +20,7 @@ Pinto beans cooking with beer, what beer you use can change the dish. 2. Add garlic, sauté bit longer. 3. Add tomatoes, water, beans, oregano, cumin, chilli powder, beer and salt, gradually bring to boil. 4. When boiled, reduce to simmer. -5. When beans are aldante(about 1 hour if using dried), bring to quick boil and evoprate remaining liquid unil beans are stew-like. +5. When beans are al dente (about 1 hour if using dried), bring to quick boil and evaporate remaining liquid until beans are stew-like. 6. Remove from the heat and mashup, or skip this step if you want more of a bean stew. diff --git a/src/fried-anglerfish-fillet.md b/src/fried-anglerfish-fillet.md index 6993a57..c6a4839 100644 --- a/src/fried-anglerfish-fillet.md +++ b/src/fried-anglerfish-fillet.md @@ -11,8 +11,9 @@ This is a simple light-flavoured recipe. Anglerfish (I'm referring specifically ## Directions -[[Preparing the fish]] -1. Turn the creature on its back. With a sharp and preferrably short-bladed knife make an incision from the anus to just between the two small fins under the head. This is best done by inserting the knife blade tip facing up while putting force upwards and moving towards the head, letting gravity do the work. This helps to avoid puncturing the organs. +### Preparing the fish + +1. Turn the creature on its back. With a sharp and preferably short-bladed knife make an incision from the anus to just between the two small fins under the head. This is best done by inserting the knife blade tip facing up while putting force upwards and moving towards the head, letting gravity do the work. This helps to avoid puncturing the organs. 2. Remove the organs. Gently pull and cut the membrane that connects each to the rest of the body. 3. Make an incision around the mouth (the hard 'lips'), turn the fish around and do the same to that side. 4. Start to slowly but firmly pull back the skin cutting whenever there is resistance as you make your way towards the tail. @@ -20,7 +21,8 @@ This is a simple light-flavoured recipe. Anglerfish (I'm referring specifically 6. With a filleting knife, fillet the meat from the backbone and remove the tail. 7. You should be left with 2 long strips of meat. Cut each in half. -[[Cooking]] +### Cooking + 8. In a pan on medium heat, melt a good amount of butter and place the fillets inside. The goal here is to sear the meat to get that light crust. Flip until all sides have turned the 'golden brown' color. 9. Add the herbs, just enough to cover the fillets, salt and pepper too if desired and cover with the lid on low heat until fully cooked. Time here varies but it can be anywhere between 5-10 minutes. 10. Enjoy. This goes well with steamed vegetables. Or potatoes to soak up the butter. diff --git a/src/fried-potatos.md b/src/fried-potatoes.md similarity index 63% rename from src/fried-potatos.md rename to src/fried-potatoes.md index 476d1fb..c6e854b 100644 --- a/src/fried-potatos.md +++ b/src/fried-potatoes.md @@ -1,16 +1,16 @@ -# Fried potatos +# Fried Potatoes ## Ingredients -- Potatos +- Potatoes - Oil or Crème Fraîche - Onions ## Directions -1. Peel and cut the potatos to desired size. -2. Cut the the onions. +1. Peel and cut the potatoes to desired size. +2. Cut the onions. 3. Put a bit of Oil or Crème Fraîche in your pan. -4. Put both the potatos and the onions into the pan. -5. Cook them until they there gold-brown. +4. Put both the potatoes and the onions into the pan. +5. Cook them until they're golden-brown. 6. Enjoy ## Contribution diff --git a/src/index.md b/src/index.md index 69351a0..3d7609b 100644 --- a/src/index.md +++ b/src/index.md @@ -27,7 +27,7 @@ Only Based cooking. No ads, no tracking, nothing but based cooking. - [Potato and Eggplant Curry](potato-and-eggplant-curry.html) - [Dried Tomato and Plums Bread Spread](dried-tomato-plum-spread.html) - [Drunken Beans](drunken-beans.html) -- [Chili con carne](chili-con-carne.html) +- [Chili con Carne](chili-con-carne.html) - [Matcha Cookies](matcha-cookies.html) - [Miso Ginger Pork](miso-ginger-pork.html) - [Pancakes](pancake.html) @@ -49,7 +49,7 @@ Only Based cooking. No ads, no tracking, nothing but based cooking. - [Scandinavian Coffee Cake](scandinavian-coffee-cake.html) - [Japanese Noodle Soup](japanese-noodle-soup.html) - [Sticky Porkchops](sticky-porkchops.html) -- [chilli-con-pork](pork-based-chilli-con-carne.html) +- [Pork-based Chili con Carne](pork-based-chili-con-carne.html) - [Beef Goulash](beef-goulash.html) - [Omelet](omelet.html) - [Cheesy Meatballs with Tomato Sauce](cheesy-meatballs.html) @@ -78,7 +78,7 @@ Only Based cooking. No ads, no tracking, nothing but based cooking. - [Sauerkraut](sauerkraut.html) - [Yogurt](yogurt.html) - [Sweet Potato Fries](sweet-potato-fries.html) -- [Fried potatos](fried-potatos.html) +- [Fried Potatoes](fried-potatoes.html) - [Croutons](croutons.html) ## More Info diff --git a/src/japanese-noodle-soup.md b/src/japanese-noodle-soup.md index 35ef14e..9cb8d19 100644 --- a/src/japanese-noodle-soup.md +++ b/src/japanese-noodle-soup.md @@ -2,10 +2,10 @@ ![Japanese Noodle Soup](/pix/japanese-noodle-soup.webp) -This is a very easy and simple Japanese style ramen noodle soup. This is very cheap to make, and you can really customise this however you wish with the garnish. This is my own spin inspired by other recipies that I found. +This is a very easy and simple Japanese style ramen noodle soup. This is very cheap to make, and you can really customise this however you wish with the garnish. This is my own spin inspired by other recipes that I found. -- ⏲️ Prep time: 20min -- 🍳Cook time: 20 min +- ⏲️ Prep time: 20 minutes +- 🍳Cook time: 20 minutes - 🍽️ Servings: 4 ## Ingredients @@ -32,7 +32,7 @@ This is a very easy and simple Japanese style ramen noodle soup. This is very ch 1. For the broth, add 700ml of chicken stock to a large boiling pot with the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, chinese five spice, chili, and 300ml of water. 2. Bring this to the boil, then turn the heat to low and simmer for around 5 mins. 3. Add a pinch of sugar and more soy sauce to taste -4. Fry the pork chops until cooked (My [Sticky Pork Chops](https://based.cooking/sticky-porkchops) recepie works really well with this dish) +4. Fry the pork chops until cooked (My [Sticky Pork Chops](https://based.cooking/sticky-porkchops) recipe works really well with this dish) 5. Hard boil 4 eggs. 6. Cook the ramen noodles as per packet instructions. 7. Strain the stock into another pan, then reheat. diff --git a/src/ketchup.md b/src/ketchup.md index f5dee5d..e1a33f3 100644 --- a/src/ketchup.md +++ b/src/ketchup.md @@ -1,6 +1,6 @@ -# Kethcup +# Ketchup -- Kethcup/Catsup +- Ketchup/Catsup ## Ingredients @@ -14,10 +14,10 @@ * 1 teaspoon paprika * 1 teaspoon whole cloves * a dash cayenne pepper -* + ## Directions -1.Simmer together tomatoes and onion for 20 to 30 minutes; press through a sieve. +1. Simmer together tomatoes and onion for 20 to 30 minutes; press through a sieve. 2. Put the cinnamon, cloves, and garlic loosely in a clean, thin, white cloth; tie top tightly; add to vinegar and simmer 30 minutes. 3. Remove spice bag. 4. Boil tomato mixture rapidly until you have but one-half the original amount. diff --git a/src/matcha-cookies.md b/src/matcha-cookies.md index ac2a2b3..a1779f3 100644 --- a/src/matcha-cookies.md +++ b/src/matcha-cookies.md @@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ Matcha is a type of tea leaf powder that has a beautiful vivid green color. Howe ## Ingredients (for 13 cookies, 8 ~ 9cm in diameter) -- 115 g Unsalted butter +- 115g Unsalted butter - 60g Caster sugar - 115g Brown sugar - 55g Egg diff --git a/src/miso-ginger-pork.md b/src/miso-ginger-pork.md index 4ba9166..7dbc6ac 100644 --- a/src/miso-ginger-pork.md +++ b/src/miso-ginger-pork.md @@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ 9. add 1/2 cup to 1 cup (250-500 mL) water or broth 10. add white parts of green onion and ginger 11. add miso paste to taste -12. simmer stiring occassionally +12. simmer stirring occasionally 13. add zucchini or bok choy, cook al dente 14. serve pork & veggies over bed of rice, garnish with green onion 15. (optional) add some spice! Sriracha or crushed red pepper are great. diff --git a/src/pancake.md b/src/pancake.md index 33c731b..fe65102 100644 --- a/src/pancake.md +++ b/src/pancake.md @@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ Here is a simple Pancake recipe - 2 Eggs - 2 teaspoon sugar - 1 teaspoon baking soda -- a litte bit of salt +- a little bit of salt ## Directions 1. combine all ingredients all in a bowl and stir diff --git a/src/pork-based-chilli-con-carne.md b/src/pork-based-chili-con-carne.md similarity index 81% rename from src/pork-based-chilli-con-carne.md rename to src/pork-based-chili-con-carne.md index dbd9cb5..a4d30c8 100644 --- a/src/pork-based-chilli-con-carne.md +++ b/src/pork-based-chili-con-carne.md @@ -1,4 +1,4 @@ -# Chilli con carne +# Chilli con Carne Thinly minced and non-lean mince is preferred. Spices shall be left to the choice of the cook, if at all desired. @@ -12,8 +12,8 @@ Mince should be broken up well before cooking. - Chorizo pork sausage - Pork mince - Bacon strips -- Tomatoe sauce -- Chillis +- Tomato sauce +- Chilis - Kidney beans - Olive oil - Wine @@ -22,13 +22,13 @@ Mince should be broken up well before cooking. ## Directions -1. As pan heats: Slice chillis and chorizo as desired +1. As pan heats: Slice chilis and chorizo as desired 2. Olive oil in pan heat on high 3. Pork mince in. 3. Butter add 4. Bacon add -5. Add 3/4 of tomatoe sauce -6. Add chillis and chorizo +5. Add 3/4 of tomato sauce +6. Add chilis and chorizo 7. Add spices and beans. Then wait until audible spitting of sauce has lasted for around 40 mins 8. Add remainder of sauce 9. Add wine