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Thumb_9441_Caribbean Chicken

Thumb_9441_Caribbean Chicken

This recipe is roughly based on a dish called "stewed chicken" or "stew-fried chicken" which is popular in Trinidad and Tobago. Read more about this recipe at Coconut & Lime.

Thumb_9383_Banana Hazelnut Upside-Down Cake

Thumb_9383_Banana Hazelnut Upside-Down Cake

I’m a sucker for one-layer cakes -  looking at a recipe for a simple cake like this says “effort taken” without saying “project undertaken.” If you’re toasting the hazelnuts, do that first, so that the nuts have time to cool while you make the rest of the cake. Read more about this recipe at hogwash.

Thumb_15350_Ken's Eggnog

Thumb_15350_Ken's Eggnog

My uncle Ken’s eggnog is the real stuff. We favor a combination of dark rum and cognac, but I think Ken used half rum and half brandy. No matter -- just mix it up at least 3 weeks before you plan to drink it (4 weeks is best), as the flavors mellow and blend over time. Read more about this recipe at Hogwash.

Thumb_15486_Chocolate Fondue

Thumb_15486_Chocolate Fondue

If you don't have a fondue pot, you can serve this luscious chocolate fondue in a bowl, but you have to eat quickly, before it hardens. Read more about this recipe at Coconut & Lime. 

Thumb_15662_Long Island Iced Tea

Thumb_15662_Long Island Iced Tea

By keeping the total alcoholic ingredients to a respectable 2 1/2 ounces, the great taste remains, and you can remain standing. This recipe comes from Rob Chirico's Hair of the Dog. For more of Rob's great cocktails, buy his Field Guide to Cocktails.

Thumb_16620_Banana Frozen Yogurt

Thumb_16620_Banana Frozen Yogurt

The beauty of this frozen yogurt is that it tastes as good as ice cream but is healthier and requires virtually no cooking. If you drain the yogurt and chop and freeze the fruit ahead of time, it can be thrown together on a whim.

Thumb_16316_Strawberry Frozen Yogurt

Thumb_16316_Strawberry Frozen Yogurt

The beauty of this frozen yogurt is that it tastes as good as ice cream but is healthier and requires virtually no cooking. If you drain the yogurt and chop and freeze the fruit ahead of time, it can be thrown together on a whim.

Thumb_16621_Lychee Frozen Yogurt

Thumb_16621_Lychee Frozen Yogurt

The beauty of this frozen yogurt is that it tastes as good as ice cream but is healthier and requires virtually no cooking. If you drain the yogurt and chop and freeze the fruit ahead of time, it can be thrown together on a whim.

Thumb_16333_Papaya Frozen Yogurt

Thumb_16333_Papaya Frozen Yogurt

The beauty of this frozen yogurt is that it tastes as good as ice cream but is healthier and requires virtually no cooking. If you drain the yogurt and chop and freeze the fruit ahead of time, it can be thrown together on a whim.

Thumb_16322_Peach Frozen Yogurt

Thumb_16322_Peach Frozen Yogurt

The beauty of this frozen yogurt is that it tastes as good as ice cream but is healthier and requires virtually no cooking. If you drain the yogurt and chop and freeze the fruit ahead of time, it can be thrown together on a whim. You can substitute ripe nectarines if desired.

Thumb_17051_The Presidente

Thumb_17051_The Presidente

The Presidente, or El Presidente, is a vigorous old-time cocktail that was named for a now-forgotten president of Cuba, General Carmen Menocal. This recipe comes from Rob Chirico's Hair of the Dog. For more of Rob's great cocktails, buy his Field Guide to Cocktails.

Thumb_11032_Larry Forgione's Chocolate Pudding

Thumb_11032_Larry Forgione's Chocolate Pudding

Larry Forgione is an elegant chef and his chocolate pudding is one of the best that I know. The chocolate used in this recipe should be the very best. If using Baker’s Semi sweet chocolate, reduce the sugar to 2/3 cup (1/3 cup each in step one and in step two). This recipe is part of the Barbara Kafka Dessert Anthology.


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