Chinese new year/19 recipes

This is plain cornbread, not a corn flavored cake, so don't expect it to be fluffy or sweet. It's great with black-eyed peas, new potatoes, green onions, sliced tomatoes, and buttermilk, i.e., your basic Southern farm fare. It's also very nice cold, broken into bite-sized pieces in a glass of cold milk and eaten with a spoon.

Kale is the new "IT" product with chefs and home cooks alike discovering the health benefits of this dark, leafy green. This salad recipe is easy to create and delicious on it's own or as a side dish to a piece of grilled fish or meat. Enjoy!!

Kimchi (Korean Cabbage Relish) recipe

Potstickers are basically Chinese dumplings, just cooked differently. Instead of boiling in the water, you cook them in a hot pan with a bit oil and a bit water to develop a nicely browned and crispy crust. The fillings can be made in advance; the leftover dumplings, just freeze them raw. Whenever you feel like eating a few, cook the frozen ones directly in hot pan.

This yummy, quick and easy treat is perfect for summer days or even when stuck inside during the cold months. This was something I used to make for family parties all the time. Before going Gluten free, I would just buy the premade graham cracker crust so there was no baking and it literally took 5 minutes to throw together. All I had to do was make a few hours ahead for it to set and be done. But I must admit, this new adaption, using Almond four taste even better!

In China, there are literally thousands of methods to cook potatoes. This sweet and sour potato salad is quick and easy to put together, and it tastes delicious. It can be made one day ahead, served chilled, at room temperature or warm.

New twist on a traditional caprese, using mini heirloom tomatoes and mini mozzarella balls

Try something new when it comes to meatballs with this tasty recipe that uses mushrooms, cheese and oregano.

Nothing is better than a warm pumpkin soup at your Thanksgiving menu.

Marinated tofu, mushrooms and vegetables are packed with Asian flavors, grilling adds extra smokiness. Not only your vegetarian family or friends love these tasty skewers, but also the meat-lovers. Using the firmest tofu will make a big difference on both texture and flavor!

Beat the winter this year with a savory Chicken Pot Pie filled a variety of spices vegetables that can satisfy anyone's hunger!

Strawberry shortcakes have been one of my favorites for over years. Every year when the strawberry season hit, we always go to farmers' market and get lots of fresh and sweet strawberries, then strawberry shortcakes are always one of the recipes we make. The shortcakes are super easy to make, they are buttery and flaky, which is delicious with sweet whipped cream and fresh-juicy strawberries. Haven't heard there is someone who doesn't like it. An absolute keeper!

Favorite Curried Beef Stir-Fry recipe

Every Chinese cook has his own version of this. This one is intended for quick cooking in an American kitchen.

Try something new for breakfast with this scrumptious dish made with cheese and chopped mushrooms.

Kung Pao Beef recipe