Gourmet Food

NO BAKE CHEESECAKE 

first, I crushed the chocolate wafer, i used the wafers as the base layer or crust, i didn't use butter because it was already sticky enough. although, i suggest adding 1/4 stick of melted butter to keep the crumbs together.

next the cream cheese mixture, i only added cream cheese, powdered sugar and cocoa. i wanted the mixture to be on the thicker side, so if you don't like it to be that thick, you can adjust the mixture by adding 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream.

i then added some white chocolate chips that i melted with heavy whipping cream as the top layer. the cream cheese mixture is not that sweet, so adding the white chocolate would add a little more sweetness to the cake.

i then refrigerate the cake overnight. and the next morning, you can add any other toppings you like, this process is mostly really to decorate the cake, you don't have to do anything anymore. you can serve the cake as it is. but because I wanted for the cake to look a little presentable, I whipped a cup of whipping cream and covered the cake with it.

to get a little nice slice of the cake, you can emerge the knife into hot water first before cutting the cake.

the pan that i use for this cake is the 8" spring form pan.

i hope you enjoy this cake as much as i do. let me know if you ended up making this cake, and what you will change? what is the level of sweetness you prefer? my family absolutely enjoyed the cake.

xoxo! s

ingredients:

• 2 blocks cream cheese (16oz )
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 12 pieces chocolate filled wafers
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream (for covering the cake)
• some toppings you prefer, chocolate chips, whipped cream, fresh strawberries and more! 

pan size : 8" spring form pan

you also gonna need a parchment paper

directions:

1. prepare the pan
2. place the wafers into a zip lock bag
3. crush the wafers until turns into crumbs using a rolling pin
4. then place the crumbs into the prepared pan
5. press firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides then refrigerate 
6. into a mixing bowl, add the cream cheese (make sure it's at room temperature) then, beat the cream cheese using a hand mixer until smooth
7. add the powdered sugar and continue beating until combine 
8. then add the cocoa powder and beat until well combine 
9. place the parchment paper into the pan then add the cream cheese mixture and spread out evenly. set aside
10. into a microwavable safe bowl, add the white chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream, then microwave for 30 seconds ( continue microwaving the white chocolate with 15 seconds interval until the chocolate melted 
11. add the white chocolate chips mixture on top of the cake 
12. refrigerate the cake up tp 4 hours or overnight
13. remove the rim and carefully remove the parchment paper 
14. AND ENOY!!!

NOTE: no need to add the whipped cream! you can add any toppings you like! :)

PEANUT BUTTER BREAD

ingredients:

• 2/3 cup warm milk (110 - 115f )
• 3 tsp active dry yeast
• 3 cups bread flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 4 tbsp butter (softened / room temperature)
• 2 eggs (room temperature)
• jar of creamy peanut butter
• egg wash

directions:

1. combine the milk and yeast in a bowl. stir
2. add the flour, sugar, salt, butter, and eggs. mix well until it forms a dough
3. move the dough into a clean surface area and start kneading. continue for about 5 minutes (if you have a stand mixer, use it to make the process faster)
4. form the dough into a ball and place in a bowl, cover and let the dough rise for 1 to 1.5 hours or until it is about double its original size
5. once the dough is ready, flatten it until it is about one inch thick
6. spread the peanut butter over the flattened dough
7. fold the dough halfway, and then fold the other half over
8. divide the dough into 12 pieces
9. take a piece of the divided dough and cut it twice lengthwise leaving half an inch at the end part, then start making a braid (please refer to the video)
10. place the bread into the baking pan and cover. let the dough rise for another 30 minutes
11. preheat the oven to 350 degrees
12. after 30 minutes, brush the dough with egg wash
13. bake the bread at 350 degrees for 20 minutes
14. brush the top with butter
15. and enjoy!

xo,
sai borg

this bread loaf is super simple to make, it requires basic ingredients and it's soft, delicious with a touch of sweetness. although it is a lot easier to just buy a white bread loaf at the grocery stores, it is also satisfying to just make on your own. not only you know the quality of ingredients you use, it also leaves a good smell on your whole house and it doesn't have preservatives.

you can make a peanut butter and jelly with this bread, or add some butter, or dip into your coffee, or simply eat it alone. it's super yummy! so GOOD LUCK!

ingredients:

• 1 cup milk (room temperature)
• 2 1/2 teaspoon instant dry yeast
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4cup butter (room temperature)
• 3 1/3 cups all purpose flour

directions:

1. in a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients
2. knead using a stand mixer, you can knead this dough using your hand however it might be too sticky. you do not want to add more flour for this recipe
3. transfer the dough into an oiled bowl, and cover
4. let the dough rise until doubled in size about 1 1/2 hour
5. punch the dough and cut in half
6. roll the dough into a log and cut, make about 8 pieces
7. roll the dough into a ball and transfer into a prepared oiled baking dish
8. cover the dough and let the dough rise for another 30 minutes
9. pre heat the oven to 350F
10. brush the dough with egg wash
11. bake for 20 minutes
12. and enjoy!

happy baking!

xo, sai

tips:

1. make sure all the ingredients are in room temperature
2. to lessen your dough time rising, pre heat your oven to the lowest temperature, turn it off. cover your newly knead dough with a damp towel and put it inside the oven. usually with this process, my dough is ready in just 30 minutes
3. if you have any questions please feel free to drop it in the comments :)

have you ever tried a kimchi ramen before? i guess it is not new in the market, but here's how i make mine..

ingredients:

• 1 pack any ramen noodles
• 1 egg
• 1 stalk scallions chopped (for toppings)
• 1 sausage
• kimchi (as much as you like)
• 1/4 of a whole onion (chopped)

directions:

1. boil a water according to what the package of ramen of your choice instructed. usually, gourmet ramen like this, i add 3 cups of water
2. once the water starts to boil, add the ramen noodles, sausage, onions, kimchi and stir. then add the egg, do not stir
3. cover and cook for 4 minutes
4. transfer to a bowl and top with scallions and serve

so simple and easy to make! everyone in the family is happy! hope you enjoy this recipe and thank you for coming back!

stay safe everyone and don't forget to wash your hands!

xo,

sai borg