https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com Inspiring the Way You Cook Sat, 22 Dec 2012 05:09:05 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ https://secure.gravatar.com/blavatar/22b376093934f7596846d6cef2c99397?s=96&d=https%3A%2F%2Fs2.wp.com%2Fi%2Fbuttonw-com.png https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/13/our-first-ever-recipe-challenge-winner-spiced-butternut-squash-puree/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/13/our-first-ever-recipe-challenge-winner-spiced-butternut-squash-puree/#comments Wed, 14 Nov 2012 01:00:57 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1389 Congratulations to The Healthy Home Cook for winning our first ever recipe challenge with the recipe Spiced Butternut Squash Puree. While there were many many great entrees, we felt that this recipe best balanced the elements we were looking for: great use of the featured ingredients, taste, health, and easiness. As stated in the contest rules, the winning recipe would be made by us, and shared with our readers. So, without further ado, our first recipe challenge winner: spiced butternut squash puree. ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/13/our-first-ever-recipe-challenge-winner-spiced-butternut-squash-puree/feed/ 4 adamgoebel Spiced Butternut Squash Puree Spiced Butternut Squash Puree Mise en Place Butternut Squash Ready to Roast Spiced Butternut Squash Puree Cooking Pureed Spiced Butternut Squash Puree https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/10/japchae-stir-fried-glass-noodles/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/10/japchae-stir-fried-glass-noodles/#comments Sun, 11 Nov 2012 00:00:33 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1379 When most people think of Korean cuisine, they often think of Korean Barbeque or Bimbimpap, but Korean cuisine has many more elements to it than just those basic arenas. Japchae is a fine example of a Korean dish that doesn't fit in any of the aforementioned categories, and yet boast just as much flavor, and is easy to make. The great flavor of the dish is in part due to the fresh vegetables that permeate the dish, and in part due to the glass noodles, which are a uniquely textured, and tasting noodle made of sweet potato starch. We hope that this inspires you as much, as it inspires us here at The Modern Home Kitchen... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/10/japchae-stir-fried-glass-noodles/feed/ 11 adamgoebel Japchae Japchae Mise en Place Spinach Blanching Vegetables Stir Frying Japchae Cooking https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/09/crispy-shrimp-tempura/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/09/crispy-shrimp-tempura/#comments Fri, 09 Nov 2012 23:00:33 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1370 While Shrimp Tempura is not the first dish you typically think of when you think Japanese food, it is often the dish that has everyone at the table talking after a particularly good meal. The crispiness and texture of a well done tempura are just so satisfying, warm, and delicious all at the same time. But, shrimp tempura is not something that most be gotten at a Japanese restaurant. It is also something that can be made quite simply at home. And, we would like to share the recipe with you... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/09/crispy-shrimp-tempura/feed/ 8 adamgoebel Crispy Shrimp Tempura Shrimp Tempura Mise en Place Tempura Batter Shrimp Tempura Frying https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/09/fried-green-tomatoes/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/09/fried-green-tomatoes/#comments Fri, 09 Nov 2012 13:00:44 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1360 While summer is now clearly over, and therefore ripe red tomatoes are hard to come by, green tomatoes are still an easy find. Of course, there is only one way to really harness the flavors of a green tomato properly, and that is to fry them up summer style. If you haven't fried a tomato before, don't worry. The Modern Home Kitchen has a recipe so easy for you, that you will be wondering why you have never tried them before. Of course, once you try them though, you will be so addicted to them, you may never stop eating them... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/09/fried-green-tomatoes/feed/ 13 adamgoebel Fried Green Tomatoes Fried Green Tomatoes Mise en Place Buttermilk and Egg Green Tomatoes in Cornmeal Green Tomatoes Frying https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/08/homemade-vegetable-dumplings/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/08/homemade-vegetable-dumplings/#comments Fri, 09 Nov 2012 01:00:44 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1351 Everyone loves dumplings, whether they be pork, shrimp, chicken, vegetable, or some combination of the above. Unfortunately, many of us don't realize just how easy they are to make at home, and wind up shelling out 5-10 dollars for a single plate of dumplings, when we can make enough to feed a large family for the same price. This recipe, in addition to being, extremely easy to make, carries the additional benefits of being tasty, and healthy too. Of course, this is just our recipe, and we encourage you to experiment with it, and make it your own. We hope you enjoy these homemade vegetable dumplings... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/08/homemade-vegetable-dumplings/feed/ 8 adamgoebel Homemade Vegetable Dumplings Vegetable Dumplings Mise en Place Tofu Being Pressed Dumpling Mixture Folded Dumplings https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/08/weve-been-nominated-for-the-sunshine-award/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/08/weve-been-nominated-for-the-sunshine-award/#comments Thu, 08 Nov 2012 13:00:32 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1344 As always it is a great honor to receive any award, and the Sunshine Award is no different. I want to first thank Bake Slave for nominating The Modern Home Kitchen for the Sunshine Award. But, I also want to thank all of our readers for supporting us, as we grow from a fledgling blog. We could not develop as quickly as we have if it wasn't for all of you. Check out this neat award: ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/08/weve-been-nominated-for-the-sunshine-award/feed/ 7 adamgoebel Sunshine Award https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/07/burrata-tomato-and-basil-salad/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/07/burrata-tomato-and-basil-salad/#comments Thu, 08 Nov 2012 01:00:52 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1332 While the traditional caprese salad may be mouthwateringly good, this twist on a classic is the very definition of perfection. Burrata, like fresh mozzarella, is made using mozzarella curds, but unlike fresh mozzarella, it is combined with cream to give it a silkiness that cannot be described in words. Pair it with vine ripe tomatoes and fresh basil as we did here, and you will surely be in heaven. Serve it as an appetizer, along with some Italian semolina bread, or on top of some pasta as an entree. Either way, your family and friends will surely be impressed. And, you will be impressed with how something so quick, and easy to make, can be so delicious... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/07/burrata-tomato-and-basil-salad/feed/ 12 adamgoebel Burrata, Tomato, and Basil Salad Burrata, Tomato, and Basil Salad Mise en Place Burrata and Tomato Burrata, Tomato and Basil https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/07/1000-followers-and-counting/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/07/1000-followers-and-counting/#comments Wed, 07 Nov 2012 14:42:23 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1326 The Modern Home Kitchen has recently surpassed the 1000 followers mark in under two months. That is an amazing growth rate that we owe entirely to you, the readers. First of all, The Modern Home Kitchen wants to thank all of our readers again for helping us achieve this goal. We also want to thank those readers who have liked posts, commented on posts, reblogged posts, and shared our posts on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, etc. We are writing for you, our readers, and it is very encouraging to have you all so active in making The Modern Home Kitchen a better blog... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/07/1000-followers-and-counting/feed/ 18 adamgoebel 1000 Followers https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/06/fluffy-buttermilk-pancakes/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/06/fluffy-buttermilk-pancakes/#comments Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:57:37 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1316 There is no breakfast food more perfect than buttermilk pancakes. There is something about the fluffiness of the pancakes, topped with pure maple syrup that screams breakfast. This recipe is easy, healthy, and best of all tasty. And, it the pancakes enough aren't enough to stir your appetite, you can always add some fresh bananas, and walnuts to the batter to make a truly perfect pancake. We hope you enjoy The Modern Home Kitchen's recipe for fluffy buttermilk pancakes... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/06/fluffy-buttermilk-pancakes/feed/ 8 adamgoebel Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes Buttermilk Pancakes Mise en Place Dry Pancake Ingredients Wet Pancake Ingredients Pancake Cooking https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/05/pineapple-and-tofu-fried-rice/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/05/pineapple-and-tofu-fried-rice/#comments Tue, 06 Nov 2012 00:00:41 +0000 EFS http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1277 Stir fried rice is a Chinese staple that is easy to prepare, incredibly versatile, and also delicious! Any vegetables, proteins, or spices can be added to the mix to create a delicious, hearty meal that everyone will love. The Modern Home Kitchen would like to give your our recipe for Pineapple and Tofu Fried Rice and hope it inspires you to create your own version of the dish at home!... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/05/pineapple-and-tofu-fried-rice/feed/ 7 lanfaith8 Pineapple and Tofu Fried Rice Pineapple and Tofu Fried Rice Mise en Place Prepared Vegetables Ingredients Stir Frying https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/05/our-first-ever-recipe-challenge-is-now-closed/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/05/our-first-ever-recipe-challenge-is-now-closed/#comments Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:00:21 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1310 The Modern Home Kitchen would like to thank everyone for entering our first ever recipe challenge. It is now closed. If you didn't get a chance to enter our recipe challenge, don't worry, as there will be a new one coming soon for next months featured ingredient. We will be taking the week to look at the entries, and to choose a winner. As previously stated, the winning entry will be made by one of the writers of this blog, and be featured on the blog, tweeted on Twitter, and pinned on Pinterest. a href="http://themodernhomekitchen.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/squash.jpeg">]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/05/our-first-ever-recipe-challenge-is-now-closed/feed/ 2 adamgoebel Squash https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/04/squash-sundays-bucatini-with-roasted-acorn-squash-and-spinach/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/04/squash-sundays-bucatini-with-roasted-acorn-squash-and-spinach/#comments Sun, 04 Nov 2012 22:00:15 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1284 Our featured ingredient for last month was pumpkin. This month we turn to squash. To start our series, we are bringing you a very easy recipe that is bursting with flavor. In this recipe we start with a roasted acorn squash, and combine it with other simple ingredients to help boast its flavor. In addition to being extremely flavorful, this dish has the additional benefits of being healthy and easy to make as well. We hope you enjoy The Modern Home Kitchen's  Bucatini with Roasted Acorn Squash and Spinach... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/04/squash-sundays-bucatini-with-roasted-acorn-squash-and-spinach/feed/ 6 adamgoebel Buccatini with Roasted Acorn Squash and Spinach Buccatini with Roasted Acorn Squash and Spinach Mise en Place Cut Acorn Squash Roasted and Cut Squash Squash, Garlic, and Shallots Ingredients Cooking https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/02/rosemary-focaccia-bread/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/02/rosemary-focaccia-bread/#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2012 22:00:45 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1266 Homemade bread is almost a lost art these days. It is so easy to stop into the local supermarket to pick up a good loaf of bread, that many people believe the effort of making a loaf at home just isn't worth it anymore. Yet, I would argue, despite the time involved in making bread at home, homemade bread is better in just about any metric. It is typically healthier, tastier, fresher, and leaves you with a sense of satisfaction of completing a task many do not even attempt anymore. And, if you have attempted bread at home before, I am also here to tell you that you don't have to stick with traditional white or wheat breads, instead you can try this great recipe for Rosemary Focaccia Bread... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/02/rosemary-focaccia-bread/feed/ 12 adamgoebel Rosemary Focaccia Bread Rosemary Focaccia Mise en Place Yeast Proofing Kneaded Focaccia Dough Foccacia Dough Rising https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/02/zucchini-carpaccio/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/02/zucchini-carpaccio/#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2012 12:00:44 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1257 There are few things better than roasted zucchini slices. One thing that is better is roasted zucchini sliced thinly with parmigiano cheese on top, and drizzled with a little balsamic vinegar. This dish is perfect both in its elegance, and in its simplicity, and has the great taste to match. In under ten minutes, you are sure to have a dish that will impress relatives, friends, and co-workers. We hope you enjoy this dish, as much as we do at The Modern Home Kitchen, and that it brings you inspiration in the kitchen... ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/02/zucchini-carpaccio/feed/ 14 adamgoebel Zucchini Carpaccio Zucchini Carpaccio Mise en Place Garlic Added to Zucchini https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/01/a-tour-of-arthur-avenue/ https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/01/a-tour-of-arthur-avenue/#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:01 +0000 AJG http://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/?p=1244 In a previous post, I extolled Mario's on Arthur Avenue for having the best pizza in the city (one that is not even listed on the menu). However, Arthur Avenue isn't only about pizza, it is about being transported to a little stretch of Italy in the Bronx. A stretch so small that many in New York don't even know it exists. But, to those who do, it is the "Real Little Italy." It is the one that has been untouched by gentrification, and is authentic right down to the loaves of bread tied up with paper and string, and the little old ladies making ravioli. Like any other stretch of New York, though, there are the places you have to see to truly make your visit worthwhile. Here is our guide to Arthur Avenue: ]]> https://themodernhomekitchen.wordpress.com/2012/11/01/a-tour-of-arthur-avenue/feed/ 10 adamgoebel Arthur Avenue Market Casa Della Mozzarella Arthur Avenue Market Zero Otto Nove