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What I ate for breakfast

Just Enough to Get Me in Trouble • 26 implied HN points • 08 Jul 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The author's breakfast routine includes cottage cheese with sliced apple, pistachios, and granola leftovers.
  2. He values his morning routine, which includes phone-checking, a staple breakfast, and family interactions.
  3. While he acknowledges room for optimization, he emphasizes the importance of mindful habits and individual choices.

Sugar Plum Adjacent

Natural Selections • 6 implied HN points • 24 Dec 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Christmas is a time for warmth and family, filled with special memories and traditions from childhood. It can include fun decorations and delicious homemade treats.
  2. Even during the holiday season, there's room in our diets for both nutritious meals and sweet indulgences. Enjoying a tasty ginger cookie or fudge isn't a crime!
  3. The recipes shared, like Brown Sugar Ginger Crisps and Mexican Chocolate Fudge, are simple and bring a delightful sweetness that can be shared during celebrations.

What's For Dinner? 🥗

Are You Okay? • 1 HN point • 08 Apr 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Cooking for your family can be overwhelming, but with a proper plan in place, you can reduce the chaos and stress around meal preparation.
  2. Simplify your shopping by planning your meals in advance, utilizing local markets for fresh produce, and being flexible with your grocery choices.
  3. Engage your family in the cooking process, reuse ingredients for multiple meals throughout the week, and prioritize family dinner time as a moment to connect and enjoy each other's company.

How to Make Your Holiday Cooking More Sustainable 🥘🌿

Hothouse // Solutions • 5 implied HN points • 02 Dec 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Plan ahead for leftovers. Thinking of fun and creative ways to use leftover food can help reduce waste and make your meals even better.
  2. Consider reducing red meat in your meals. Swapping it out for chicken, turkey, or plant-based options can make your holiday cooking more eco-friendly.
  3. Try to include a variety of foods on your plate. This not only boosts flavor but also helps promote biodiversity, which is good for the planet.
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Don’t forget to eat

My Home Office Hacks • 5 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Recipes
  1. It's important to remember to eat when working from home. Eating healthy can help prevent weight gain and keep you energized.
  2. A quick and healthy lunch option includes mixing tuna, cucumber, avocado, and balsamic vinegar. This meal is not only tasty but also packed with protein.
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#22: The poultry of uncertainty

The Uncertainty Mindset (soon to become tbd) • 39 implied HN points • 01 Apr 20
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. It's hard to cook something well if you don't know what it is. Understanding the properties of your ingredients helps you make better food.
  2. Making great pizza requires a lot of knowledge about ingredients and techniques. The best pizzas come from understanding how to use different flours, doughs, and toppings properly.
  3. Innovation in cooking, like discovering new ways to use ingredients, can lead to exciting new dishes. The same idea applies to many other areas, such as technology and management.

A blueprint for making your holiday more climate-friendly 🎁 🌿

Hothouse // Solutions • 2 implied HN points • 19 Dec 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Recipes
  1. You can reduce food waste by using leftover ingredients to make desserts, like turning old bread into pudding.
  2. Try using plant-based ingredients in your baking. They can sometimes make your treats taste even better, like using oil instead of butter to keep cakes moist.
  3. Experiment with different types of flour in your baking. Mixing in whole grains or other flours can be good for your health and the environment.

Seven Days, Seven Colors—Day 2

The Epestle • 0 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The author is sharing a post about cooking with a focus on a color each day of the week.
  2. The post is for paid subscribers only.
  3. The author explains her decision to make a whole meal due to a festive mood and personal significance of the day.

Your Mid-Week Experiment

The Experiment • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Recipes
  1. The post shares articles, songs, movies, a recipe, and a comedy special
  2. There is discussion on the impact of merging Pitchfork with GQ for music
  3. The newsletter offers diverse recommendations for entertainment and reading

Elevated Tuna Pasta

Cooking Without Borders • 0 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Elevated tuna pasta can be taken to different levels by adding ingredients like olives for a unique flavor profile
  2. Simple tricks like salting pasta water generously and reserving pasta water can elevate any pasta dish
  3. Transforming classic recipes like tuna pasta by experimenting with new ingredients can result in a delicious and creamy dish

Easy Chicken Tacos with Creamy Jalapeño Salsa

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The recipe shares how to make Easy Chicken Tacos with Creamy Jalapeño Salsa using simple ingredients like chicken thighs, jalapeños, and cilantro.
  2. The recipe provides step-by-step directions on how to cook the chicken, make the creamy jalapeño salsa, and assemble the tacos with additional ingredients like pico de gallo and avocado salad (guacamole).
  3. The post includes a link for paid subscribers to access additional content and recipes from Mister Branzino on Substack.

Lebanese Potato Salad

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 15 Dec 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. This Lebanese Potato Salad recipe eliminates the need for mayo by using fresh ingredients like lemon juice, olive oil, and herbs for flavor.
  2. The recipe includes simple steps like boiling the potatoes, adding frozen peas at the end, and combining all ingredients for a refreshing salad.
  3. The salad pairs well with dishes like burgers, BBQ ribs, or steak, making it a versatile and delicious side dish.

Curry of Ground Pork and Silken Tofu

The Epestle • 0 implied HN points • 05 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The post discusses a recipe for curry made with ground pork and silken tofu.
  2. The author spent time in Thailand and shared insights on writing about Thai food.
  3. The post is for paid subscribers only, with an option to subscribe for exclusive content.

Pasta Primavera

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 13 May 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The Pasta Primavera recipe includes a variety of ingredients like asparagus, peas, pine nuts, and feta cheese.
  2. The cooking directions emphasize starting with boiling water, making the green yogurt sauce, and mixing all ingredients thoroughly at the end.
  3. To enhance the taste, consider adding spices like paprika or chili flakes when toasting pine nuts.

Gremolata

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Gremolata is an Italian condiment made with parsley, lemon and orange zest, garlic, capers, and scallions.
  2. It can be used to flavor chicken, fish, or osso bucco dishes.
  3. Making gremolata involves simply mixing all the ingredients in a bowl before adding it to your dish.

Hella Fast Meatballs

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 20 Dec 22
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The recipe for Hella Fast Meatballs includes basic ingredients like beef, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese mixed into small meatballs.
  2. The meatballs are quickly broiled before being cooked in marinara sauce for a simple yet tasty dish.
  3. This recipe is versatile and can be served with pasta or as a sandwich, making it a convenient meal option.

Achiote Chicken

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 15 Dec 22
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Achiote Chicken is described as the best chicken ever by the author.
  2. The recipe for Achiote Chicken includes key ingredients like achiote powder, garlic, and orange juice.
  3. To achieve the best flavor, it is recommended to marinate the chicken for at least 4 hours to overnight before cooking.

Black Beans

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 13 Dec 22
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Soak black beans overnight or at least 8 hours before cooking to ensure tenderness.
  2. Avoid adding salt while boiling black beans to prevent them from becoming tough.
  3. This black bean recipe can be adapted to use other types of dried beans as well.

Pico de Gallo

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 05 Dec 22
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Pico de Gallo is a spicy and flavorful salsa from the Yucatan Peninsula.
  2. Key ingredients in Pico de Gallo include tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and citrus juices like orange and lime.
  3. Adding spice to Pico de Gallo is optional and can be adjusted based on personal preference, typically using serrano pepper for heat.

Green Gold Avocado Salad

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 02 Dec 22
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The post shares a recipe for a delicious Green Gold Avocado Salad with simple ingredients like avocados, scallions, lime, and cilantro.
  2. The recipe includes easy directions like scooping out avocado flesh, adding seasonings, and mashing everything together.
  3. The post encourages engagement by requesting readers to subscribe to the newsletter, share the post, and provide feedback to improve.

Yogurt Cucumber Salad

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 20 Nov 22
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. This yogurt cucumber salad recipe is perfect for beginners as it is easy to make and requires simple ingredients.
  2. The salad is a refreshing and delicious dish that can impress your friends with its flavors.
  3. For an extra kick, consider adding rice wine vinegar to the salad for a more acidic taste.

Shepard's Salad

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 15 Nov 22
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Shepard's Salad is a quick, easy, and delicious way to use up tomatoes and herbs
  2. The recipe ingredients include tomatoes, green onions, cucumbers, mint, garlic, olive oil, and more
  3. To make Shepard's Salad, wash and chop the veggies, mix with other ingredients, and let sit before serving

Lemon Zaatar Chicken and Potatoes

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 10 Nov 22
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. The recipe for Lemon Zaatar Chicken and Potatoes includes simple ingredients like chicken, potatoes, lemon juice, and zaatar, making it easy to prepare and ideal for serving 4-6 people.
  2. The dish can be accompanied by a tomato and yogurt salad, and any type of potatoes can be used to create a delicious meal.
  3. After baking, the leftover liquid can be transformed into a lemony-zaatar gravy by reducing it down by half in a small pot, adding an extra layer of flavor to the dish.

Hummus

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 31 Oct 22
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Making homemade hummus is quick, delicious, and better than store-bought. Follow the simple steps and enjoy the superior taste.
  2. Be mindful not to add olive oil into the food processor when making hummus. Save it for garnishing to enhance the flavor.
  3. Get creative with toppings to elevate your hummus, like adding pine nuts toasted in butter or creating a spicy jalapeño topping.

Galouti Kebabs

This week I am curious about? • 0 implied HN points • 24 Nov 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Galouti Kebabs originated in Lucknow and were created in a contest by a chef named Haji Murad Ali using 160 spices and unique ingredients, resulting in a soft and melt-in-your-mouth experience.
  2. The word 'Galouti' comes from 'Gilawat', meaning very soft, referring to the tender texture of these kebabs.
  3. When attempting to make Galouti Kebabs, be cautious with ingredients like Rajma for moisture, and consider the cooking method to avoid lengthy processes like air frying.

Hamburger

Mister Branzino's Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 15 Dec 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Excellence in cooking often starts with mastering the basics, like making a great hamburger.
  2. This classic burger recipe includes simple steps like preparing patties and assembling with your favorite ingredients.
  3. You can customize your burger by trying different variations, like adding special sauce, caramelized onions, or unique bun choices.

Monday Memo #1

Andrew's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 12 Jun 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Cross out tasks once completed to improve focus and productivity.
  2. Develop executive presence by being concise, confident, and open to feedback.
  3. Try a timesaving twist on a yummy lemon tart recipe for a delightful dessert.

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things

The Epestle • 0 implied HN points • 02 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Consider investing in a stainless-steel tier steamer for versatile and efficient steaming.
  2. A rice cooker is a fantastic addition to any kitchen, regardless of how often you cook rice.
  3. During colder seasons, a grill pan is a great alternative to outdoor grilling.

On Shrimp Paste

The Epestle • 0 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes
  1. Shrimp paste used to offend foreign visitors in the past.
  2. Durian is a commonly consumed divisive food in Thai culture.
  3. Shrimp paste has a history of causing strong reactions from those outside the culture.