Recipes

Welcome to my recipe blog. This is where all the dishes I cook on repeat end up, from quick weeknight meals to the food I make when I want something a little special. So many of the recipes on this page come from people I’ve met along the way. Friends who invited me into their kitchens, showed me how they cook, and let me taste dishes that never really leave you. Some of these recipes are my own, others are inspired by meals I’ve learned from cooks I’ve met all over the world. Together they’ve become a little collection of the food I love most. I hope you find something here that makes you want to try a new flavor or revisit an old favorite.

Recipe: Pad Kra Pao – Thai Holy Basil Stir Fry from Takiab Thai Cooking Class in Hua Hin

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Pad Kra Pao is a Thai stir fry made with meat, usually pork, holy basil, chili, and garlic. I never get tired of Pad Kra Pao, and whenever I’m in …
Recipe: Base Genep – Traditional Balinese Spice Paste

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Base Genep is the heart of Balinese cooking. It is the spice paste that forms the foundation of countless dishes across Bali and gives the food the distinctive depth and …
How I Use Bone Broth (and Why It’s Always in My Kitchen)

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Bone broth has slowly worked its way into my kitchen, not because I set out to drink more broth or follow any kind of trend, but because it’s one of …
Recipe: Pan con Tomate (Spanish tomato bread)

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I bought the most beautiful tomato at the market in Málaga and brought it back to Denmark to make pan con tomate, Spanish tomato bread. Pan con tomate is something …
Recipe: Kransekage – A Danish New Year’s Eve Classic

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

In Denmark, we eat Kransekage on New Year’s Eve, right at midnight, while cheering and toasting the year ahead. You’ll sometimes see it at other celebrations too, but New Year’s …
Recipe: Oysters in Tom Yum Butter

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I’ve always loved Thai tom yum soup. That hot and sour, slightly spicy broth is one of those flavors I never get tired of, and since tom yum is almost …
Recipe: Angels on Horseback – oysters wrapped in bacon

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

It was actually my dad who suggested that I should try making Angels on Horseback. He had heard about the dish from a friend, who claimed that oysters wrapped in …
Recipe: The Ultimate Thanksgiving Sandwich

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

If you ask me, one of the real highlights of Thanksgiving is the day after, when it’s time to dig into the leftovers. There is nothing better than a proper …
Recipe: Oven Roasted Turkey – Wet Brined and Stuffed

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

The turkey is the star of the Thanksgiving table, and every family seems to have a different way of preparing it. From deep fried to dry brined to fully buttered …
Recipe: Cranberry Relish

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Steve’s mom has made this cranberry relish for Thanksgiving for as long as he can remember, and now it has become one of my favorite holiday side dishes too. It …
Recipe: Roasted Brussels Sprouts

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Brussels sprouts have come a long way from the overcooked version many of us remember from our childhood and the modern way of roasting them has completely changed their reputation. …
Recipe: Sweet Potato Mash with Marshmallows

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Sweet potato mash with marshmallows might sound like dessert, but it is super tasty with turkey and the first time I tried it, I was instantly hooked. It’s usually topped …

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Recipe: Turkey Gravy

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Turkey gravy is an important part of a complete Thanksgiving meal. When you make it from scratch with a simple giblet stock and the drippings from your roasted turkey, you …
Recipe: Easy Pumpkin Pie

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Pumpkin pie is one of those desserts everyone has heard of, but very few people in Denmark have actually tasted. Aside from pumpkin soup, pumpkin doesn’t show up much in …
Recipe: Green Bean Casserole

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Green Bean Casserole has been a Thanksgiving classic in the US since the 1950s, when a test kitchen chef at Campbell’s mixed green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and crispy …
Recipe: Hot and Sour Soup – my take on the Chinese takeout classic

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I love a good Hot & Sour Soup and almost always order it when I get Chinese takeout, so I figured it was time to try making my own. It …
Core Temperature and Meat Thermometers – My guide to perfectly cooked meat

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Steve has this built-in sense for when meat is done. He’ll glance at a steak and somehow just know, and he always gets it spot on. I, on the other …
Recipe: Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Mustard

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

A good grilled cheese sandwich is comfort food at its best. It works on its own but is also perfect alongside a bowl of tomato soup. The traditional version is …
Recipe: Frozen Custard with caramelized peaches

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Frozen custard is a true American classic. It’s similar to ice cream, but made with egg yolks for a richer, silkier texture. Peaches are in season right now, and a …
Recipe: Baked Figs with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Pistachios

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Fresh figs stuffed with creamy goat cheese and topped with pistachios look beautiful and taste even better. I still can’t decide whether they’re more of an appetizer, dessert, or snack, …
Recipe: The Citrus Fizz at Loews Regency

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

The Citrus Fizz is part of Fizz by Loews Hotels, a new soda-centric beverage program that puts house-made sodas and spritzes in the spotlight. Designed for the modern guest, it …
Recipe: Kristian’s Delicious Seafood Pasta with scallops

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Kristian and AC live right by the fjord, and earlier that day, Kristian had been out diving and came back with the most beautiful scallops. They ended up as the …
Recipe: Affogato – When Vanilla Gelato Meets Espresso

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Affogato is one of those desserts that’s so simple, it almost doesn’t make sense how good it tastes. One scoop of Italian vanilla gelato and a shot of hot espresso. …
Recipe: Banana Ice Cream with Peanut Butter and Chocolate

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Got some overripe bananas sitting around? Instead of baking yet another banana bread, make banana soft serve. It’s quick, creamy, and you only need a few basic ingredients. Once the …

Recipe: Mignonette Sauce for Oysters

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

A mignonette sauce is the perfect match for oysters. The sharp acidity of the vinegar, the mild bite from the shallots, and just a touch of freshly ground pepper, it’s …
Recipe: Guf – Danish Ice Cream Topping

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

In Denmark, we have this meringue-like ice cream topping called guf. It is really easy to make, and it tastes divine, so of course you have to try making it …
Recipe: Burmese Banana and Coconut Wraps

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

The Burmese Banana Coconut Wraps are one of my favorite sweet treats from Tea Garden in Mae Sot. In Myanmar, the wraps with banana and coconut are typically enjoyed after …
Recipe: Homemade Layered Popsicles – Fresh fruit and no added sugar

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I always choose homemade popsicles over the store-bought ones. The ones you get in the store are usually packed with sugar and don’t really taste like fruit. When you make …
Recipe: Cambodian Pickled Lime Soup With Beef (Ngam Ngov Sach Ko)

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Ngam Ngov (pickled lime soup) is a traditional Cambodian soup made with pickled lime. The pickled lime is a common ingredient in many Cambodian dishes and adds a tangy, slightly …
Recipe: Elotes – Mexican grilled corn

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Grilled corn ears are popular street food in Mexico, and one of the things I always order, if I’m at a Mexican restaurant and I see the corn on the …
Recipe: Guacamole el Dave

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

This guacamole recipe comes from Steve’s brother Dave, who has a guacamole tree in his garden (yes, really). With almost unlimited access to avocados, he’s perfected this chunky, flavor-packed version …
Recipe: 20-minute Pho – Vietnamese Noodle Soup

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I love pho, but I don’t love spending hours cooking the delicious Vietnamese soup, so sometimes I cheat and make a not-from-scratch version. If you’re using pho cubes or paste, …
Recipe: Vietnamese Egg Coffee

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Vietnamese Egg Coffee (cà phê trứng) is a delicious combo of strong coffee topped with a light, fluffy cream made from whipped egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk. The drink …
Recipe: Ichigo Daifuku – Mochi with fresh strawberries

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Ichigo daifuku is a beloved Japanese treat that combines the chewy goodness of mochi with the sweet, juicy bite of fresh strawberries. While traditional daifuku, made from sticky rice dough …
Recipe: Banana Muffins with Chocolate and Walnuts

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Got some overripe bananas? Don’t make banana bread, make banana muffins! My banana muffins are made with the batter of a Danish banankage (banana cake), which is basically the Danish …
Recipe: Steve’s Holiday Mash

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I haven’t always been a fan of mashed potatoes. In fact, they landed on my “Things Sanne Doesn’t Eat” list more than once earlier in life. But then I met …

Recipe: Easy chicken salad with leftover chicken

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Got leftover chicken? Turn it into a delicious chicken salad with this easy recipe. Perfect as a light lunch served with crackers, or on a bed of greens. Also great …
Recipe: Apple Crumble with Almond Paste and Granola

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Apple crumble is one of those cozy desserts that I just can’t get enough of, especially during winter and fall, when it’s cold outside. My recipe has almond paste, which …
Recipe: Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

This shaved Brussels sprout salad is simple, delicious, and perfect for the holidays! The recipe was created when Tina and I were trying to come up with a good way …
Recipe: Candied Almonds

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

My parents’ old neighbor Katte makes some really good, candied almonds. They are nice and shiny, covered in a thin layer of sugar, and it is completely impossible to stop …
Risalamande – Danish Rice Pudding Christmas Dessert – My Grandma’s Recipe

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Risalamande is a traditional Danish dessert served on Christmas Eve. The dessert is made from a base of risengrød, which is a simple rice pudding, but in risalamande, we mix the cold …
Æbleskiver (Danish Pancake Balls) – My Grandma’s Recipe

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Æbleskiver are a beloved Danish Christmas classic, and the little round pancake balls are a popular treat throughout the holiday season. In Denmark, you can buy them frozen at the grocery …
Recipe: Dragon Fruit Breakfast Bowl with Greek yogurt and granola

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Are you tired of the same old breakfast routine? Here is a new and delicious way to start your day. Tina and I came up with the idea for a …
Recipe: Tina’s Smoked Trout Salad

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I got this recipe from Tina a couple of years ago. In Denmark, we eat a lot of smoked fish, and this smoked trout salad would be an obvious choice …
Recipe: Almost-chocolate Date Balls with almonds and coconut

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Craving something sweet, but want to avoid refined sugar? Try these delicious almost-chocolate date balls. They are packed with lots of good stuff, but taste like chocolate, and the date/cocoa …
Recipe: Breakfast Tortilla with egg, cheese, and avocado

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

This breakfast tortilla is ideal for breakfast or brunch. It was Tina who taught me how to make the breakfast tortilla, and it has quickly become one of my favorite …
Recipe: Baked Camembert with Savory Orange Marmalade

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Last summer, I got together with Tina and Rebecca for some wine and cheese. We had a nice camembert from Murray’s Cheese sitting in the kitchen, so we thought, why …
Air Fryer Recipe: 10-minute Apple Crisp with Granola

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Got an air fryer? Got 10 minutes? Got an apple? Then you have to try this recipe that Tina and I came up with next time you’re craving something sweet. …

Recipe: Breakfast Banana Split

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Kick-start your morning with a delicious twist on a classic dessert. Tina and I came up with this recipe last summer, turning a traditional dessert into a nutritious, energizing breakfast …
Recipe: Deviled Egg Dip

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

This dip is easy to make and brings all the flavors of deviled eggs in a scoopable, snackable form – perfect for gatherings or a quick treat! I am using …
Recipe: Pebernødder – Danish Christmas Cookies

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

There’s something truly cozy and very nostalgic about pebernødder (translates to pepper nuts), a kind of spice cookies that we eat throughout the holiday season in Denmark. In Denmark, pebernødder is usually …
Recipe: Dalgona – Korean Candy

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

A couple of years ago, dalgona coffee was huge, but only a few people knew about the candy that the coffee got its name from. Then the Netflix show Squid Game came, …
Recipe: Harissa-Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

The big carving pumpkins used for Halloween decorations are notoriously tricky to cook with. Unlike sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins, which have a dense, sweet flesh, the large carving pumpkins …
Recipe: Chocolate Chunk Cookies with cocoa nibs

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I got this recipe from Becca and Ben, founders of Lumineux Chocolate in Greeenville, SC, and I’m telling you, this recipe is the only cookie recipe you will ever need. …
Recipe: Burmese Vegetable Samosas

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Vegetable samosas are popular as snacks or an appetizers in South Asian, Middle Eastern, and African cuisines. The triangular or cone-shaped pastries are filled with savory ingredients, such as spiced …
Recipe: Lemongrass Tea

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Refreshing and chilled in the summer, and warm and soothing in the winter, this lemongrass tea can be enjoyed both hot and cold, and I still haven’t decided which version …
Recipe: Deviled eggs with anchovies and tapenade

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Who doesn’t like deviled eggs? After hiding in the shadows for some time, deviled eggs are back with a bang, and I am cheering on the sideline. The stuffed eggs …
Recipe: Open-faced Tomato Sandwich

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I didn’t expect a tomato sandwich to blow me away, but then I tried The Tomato from Turkey and the Wolf in New Orleans. It looked simple enough, thick slices …
Recipe: Karen Pumpkin Curry – Vegan version

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Pumpkins are abundant in the Karen state in Myanmar, where people grow them in kitchen gardens for household consumption. The pumpkins are used in a variety of traditional Karen dishes, …
Recipe: Cambodian Stir-fried Morning Glory with Pork, Fermented Soybeans, and Garlic

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Stir-fried morning glory with fermented soybeans and pork (Chha Tra Kuen Sach Chrouk) is a classic Cambodian dish. This dish is really simple and easy to make, and the fermented …

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