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Discover delicious, chef-curated recipes from YaDa Chef, a personal chef service, in Jensen Beach, Hutchinson Island, Stuart, and Port Saint Lucie Florida. Explore fresh, creative dishes that bring gourmet dining to your home!
The Perfect James Bond Chicken Recipe
James Bond is the picture of glamour and sophistication. His drink is a vodka martini “Shaken NOT Stirred”. Bring that feel to the table by combining the perfect martini with succulent chicken. Black tie not required. Serves 4 4 boneless...
Unlocking Culinary Dreams on a Shoestring Budget
Guest Post Submission: Are you dreaming of opening your own restaurant but worried about the hefty price tag? You’re not alone—many aspiring restaurateurs face the challenge of turning their culinary dreams into reality without draining their bank accounts....
Espresso Poached Pears Recipe
The type and firmness of the pears will determine the time that you will poach them. Anjou are going to be the quickest cooking pears. A firm Bartlett could take you up to an hour. Serves 4 4 firm, but ripe pears (we prefer Anjou),...
Fish or Chicken Carcassonne Recipe
The city of Carcassonne is a walled/or fortressed city in southwest France. These flavours bring to mind memories of hiking and bicycling in the countryside on my way to crazy days on the Cote d’Azur. Serves 4 4 -small skinless, boneless...
Sfinge di San Giuseppe Recipe
There are many traditions that come from the Italian side of my family, both Calabrian and the Campagna. I am going for the sweet side today with Sfinge di San Giuseppe. . Sfinge: 1 cup/250ml water 1/3 cup/76g unsalted butter 1 tablespoon/15ml sugar Grated rind of 1...
Milky Way Bars Recipe – Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
Reminiscent of the chocolate candy bar of the same name, these are actually pretty good for you. We made 1/3 recipe (we were afraid we’d eat them all otherwise), and it worked out just fine. . Nougat Filling: 1 cup (250 ml.) raw almonds, unsoaked (dry) 1 cup (250 ml.)...
Almond Flour Banana Muffins
Tender, moist, and naturally sweet — these Almond Flour Banana Muffins are the perfect wholesome treat for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a grab-and-go option on busy mornings. . Made with ripe bananas, almond flour, and a touch of stevia for sweetness, these...
Italian Turkey “Meatballs” with Pesto Sauce Recipe
This is one of those “kitchen miracles”. You will wonder why you ever used eggs as a binder. . Serves 4-6 . 1 1/2 lbs/675g ground turkey 1 onion minced, or 2 teaspoon/10ml dry onion 1 cup/225ml crisped rice crumbs 1/2 teaspoon/2ml garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon/2ml dry...
Cinnamon Couscous Recipe
Sweet, fragrant, and incredibly easy — this Cinnamon Couscous is a delightful twist on plain couscous that turns an ordinary side dish into something special. . With warm cinnamon, plump raisins, and a splash of orange juice, it brings a subtle sweetness and aromatic...
Tarte Tatin Recipe
There is some controversy as to how this divine dessert (tarte solognote) came about. Was it an accident (as so many kitchen wonders are) or was it just an improved upon recipe of the region? In any case it was made popular at by 2 sisters that ran the Hotel Tatin 100...
Tuscan Chicken Recipe
This dish features succulent chicken breasts lightly seasoned, which are seared to achieve a golden crust and then cooked in a rich cream sauce that combines the flavors of parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, onions, and a generous amount of spinach, resulting in a...
Gluten Free Vegan Burger Recipe
We have done these with black beans, white beans, and garbanzo beans. Try them with your favourite and add whatever other veggie you like to make them your own. This calls for “Steak Seasoning”, but use any combination you like. They freeze great uncooked too. Throw a...
Paris Mash (potato purée) Recipe
Paris Mash is a recipe created by Joel Rubuchón. Originally it is said the ratio was 1:1, Now it is standard to do a 2:1 potato to butter ratio. Robuchon potatoes are cooked in lightly salted water with skins on and then drained. the potatoes are then peeled and...
Béchamel or Veloute Starting with the Basics (Recipe Included)
When starting out in the professional kitchen, whether it is via a classroom or in a real live restaurant it is best to start with the basics. When starting the “sauces” portion of education you start with the basics which are usually stocks, broths etc. You...
Gumdrops Recipe
Looking for a nostalgic candy treat you can make right at home? These Homemade Gumdrops are soft, chewy, and bursting with fruity flavor. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, they’re perfect for holiday gifting, kids’ parties, or anytime you want a colorful...
Strawberry Breasts (Fragomammella) Recipe
This charming and whimsical dessert known as Fragomammella (literally “strawberry breasts”) comes from the beloved British cooking show Two Fat Ladies. It’s as fun to serve as it is delicious — creamy ricotta mixed with Campari for a delicate pink hue, studded with...