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Living a fast-paced life with a busy schedule makes finding the time and energy to cook a real dilemma. It can be difficult to find the time to shop for groceries, let alone choose recipes, prepare food, and clean up afterward. If you like to cook and wish you did more of it, here are some tips that can help you plan and prepare meals more efficiently. Try Meal Prep Sunday Meal Prep Sunday can take different forms. Some practitioners complete all grocery shopping, food prep, and cooking for the week ahead in one day. Others select meals, shop for groceries, […]

We’ve got to hand it to Renuka, one of our residents at AMLI Galatyn Station. The presentation of her recipe for our AMLI EATS contest held last fall was one of the most well-composed entries we received. For her efforts, she took home the regional prize for the Dallas region. Like much food from the Indian subcontinent, Renuka’s winning recipe is vegan-friendly. Replacing the meat here is eggplant, and coupled with a hearty addition of cashew paste, this dish has more than enough protein for a well-rounded meal. Those wishing to add some may do so without altering the recipe. However, […]

The bánh mì sandwich is a splendid union of French and Vietnamese cuisines. Resulting from the French Colonial period in Vietnam, most renditions include French contributions like pâté, jalapeño, mayonnaise, and the baguette that encloses the sandwich, while incorporating Vietnamese ingredients such as coriander, cucumber, pickled carrots, and specially marinated meats or tofu. The marinated meat in this case is Korean though. In fact, it’s a Korean staple—bulgogi, a dish of almost purely of beef or pork that’s thinly-sliced, marinated, and grilled. Given the large influence of Southeast Asian cuisine in Seattle, it’s no wonder AMLI South Lake Union resident Melissa mashed these two culinary mainstays together […]

Like coffee, wine, and beer, tea is a beverage connoisseurs feel it’s important to be selective about. If you want to wean yourself off coffee or you find tea’s touted health benefits attractive, you’re in the right place. Thankfully, it doesn’t take much time or effort to develop a basic understanding of what good tea is and how to brew it. Here’s a brief guide to knowing, selecting, preparing, and drinking tea. Discover what tea is all about According to Chinese legend, emperor Shen Nung was sitting beneath a tree while his servant boiled drinking water. Some leaves fell into the water, […]

Coca-Cola isn’t the first ingredient you think to add to your crock pot recipe. It certainly shouldn’t be the last either. Turns out, America’s favorite soft drink packs a ton of flavor into this easy dish. All you need are the ingredients and an electric crock pot, then you’re ready to go. Beyond slicing the pork belly meat and a few vegetables, the effort that goes into cooking here is fairly minimal. Charlie, a resident at AMLI Dadeland, took the easy route here. Other recipes have you cook the dish in the oven and some call for cooking on the stove in […]

Cutting-edge espresso machines cost a fortune, but so does buying a cup of coffee every day for a year. Do you currently get your morning coffee at a cafe because it tastes or works much better than coffee you brew at home? With a mid-range coffeemaker, some high-quality beans, and the tips provided below, you can brew much better coffee in your apartment. You’ll save money in the long run. And knowing that morning jolt is waiting for you in your kitchen may help you spring out of bed easier and be more productive during your morning routine. Buy quality beans […]

This isn’t your average pizza. This pie combines four different types of non-traditional pizzas into one delicious smorgasbord. The flavors might be different, but they all share the same dough, making this the perfect treat for a party. Whether you follow this recipe by AMLI North Point resident Melanie, or simply take away the concept and create your own four square pizza, it might just be the innovative recipe you need to stir your culinary creativity. Fair warning here—this recipe will take some time if you’re making it all from scratch. Still, a pizza that combines barbecue chicken, Philly cheesesteak, and […]

Among American classics like chili and macaroni and cheese, the recipes by AMLI residents ran the gamut, with comfort foods hailing from Latin America to the Mediterranean and Middle East, all the way to Southeast Asia.

Home to more than a hundred award-winning restaurants, Houston is renowned for its distinguished culinary scene. The area around NRG Park does not have as many highly-rated restaurants as River Oaks or Uptown, but there are still several places near NRG Stadium where you can enjoy a fine meal before or after attending a concert, game, or other events.