The Professors Plate

05/24/2026

05/12/2026

Try this Italian Sashimi — a mash-up of Swann’s Oyster Depot style and the viral tuna carpaccio. Sushi-grade tuna, salmon and yellowtail smashed thin, tossed with avocado and shallot for a bright, elegant starter. Get the full recipe and tips here: https://wix.to/KfdzoJU

This recipe is a mash-up of two separate recipes. Italian Style Sashimi from Swann's Oyster Depot in San Francisco and the Tuna Carpaccio recipe going around on social media. I just combined two great ideas. Annotated Cooking Notes: If the Tuna comes out of the tortilla press unevenly or not round,....

05/08/2026

New recipe on the blog: LAUSD Coffee Cake — a foolproof version with annotated cooking notes so you won’t miss a step. Moist crumb, cinnamon topping, and easy-to-follow instructions. Read the full recipe and bake along: https://wix.to/EkQZQKv

When I first made this recipe, the wording was so vauge that I that I messed it up. So I tried to label everything as clearly as possible in the instructionsAnnotated Cooking Notes: Mix the first six ingredients, then set aside 1/2 cup of the mixture for the topping. Then add the final 4 ingredients...

05/07/2026

Warm up with a bowl of Easy Chicken Soup — quick, flexible, and perfect for using up chicken breast without the blandness. Customize with or without onions, swap in shallots, or speed things up by cooking chicken in half the broth. Ready in minutes and hearty enough to comfort any day. Read the full recipe: https://wix.to/7nsEO1u

I hate chicken breast; they are just so bland, but when I have breast to use up, there is no better use than chicken soup. This pot comes together quickly. This isn't a whole-day-sitting-on-the-stove kind of soup. It's quick, it's easy, and it's adjustable. Don't like onions? Don't use them. Have so...

04/27/2026

Cozy up with a bowl of rich Guinness Stew — tender beef, deep malty broth, and comfort in every spoonful. Perfect for chilly nights or whenever you crave something hearty. Read the full recipe and cooking notes on The Professor’s Plate: https://wix.to/vvku6k5

This is a rich, delicious stew, and the Guinness truly enhances it with a touch of malted goodness. With some cold nights still in store, this would be perfect, though it's also great any time of year.Annotated Cooking Notes: The secret to a great stew lies in the broth, so don't make substitutions....

04/21/2026

Warm up your week with Potaje de Garbanzos de Baza — a hearty Spanish garbanzo bean stew with a silky garlic-baguette-and-egg thickener. Simple to make, big on flavor — even non-chickpea fans will come back for seconds. Read the full recipe and tips on The Professor's Plate: https://wix.to/OdnUPJk

This simple stew is bursting with flavor. I discovered this recipe on Spainonafork.com. It was straightforward to prepare, and even those in my home who aren't fans of garbanzos finished their bowls. The key to this recipe is the thickener, which consists of garlic, a few slices of baguette, and a f...

04/16/2026

Moist, rich chocolate cake made with Guinness — baker or not, this recipe is a win. Dark Dutch cocoa is the secret for deeper chocolate flavor. Read the full recipe and notes: https://wix.to/GWMYM7K

This is another recipe from the Guinness cookbook. Although I'm not a baker, this recipe is so straightforward that even I can't mess it up. It was incredibly quick and easy, resulting in a creamy, moist, and rich chocolate cake.Annotated Cooking Notes. Always opt for dark Dutch cocoa powder; it mak...

04/12/2026

Quick weeknight dinner: Poached Salmon — tender salmon poached on a bed of sautéed leeks and green onions for maximum flavor in one pan. Ready in minutes and easy to scale up for company. Read the full recipe and tips: https://wix.to/0dmFwNi

This simple dish can be prepared in a single pan in just a few minutes. If you have a large sauté pan, doubling the recipe is straightforward. However, if you choose to double it, I recommend adjusting the liquid quantities by eye.Cooking Tips: The secret is to place the salmon on top of the vegeta...

04/03/2026

Warm up your week with Andalusian Potato Stew — a cozy, flavorful Spanish recipe that's simple to make and perfect as an appetizer or side with pan-grilled fish. Tip: don’t overfill the pot with broth; just cover the ingredients, and let the garlic-bread mixture bring the flavor. Read the full recipe and steps: https://wix.to/3IyfyRZ

Often referred to as "carnerete de patatas," this is one of Spain's lesser-known recipes. It's flavorful, simple to prepare, and sure to warm your heart. You can serve it as an appetizer or as a side dish alongside some pan-grilled fish.Annotated Cooking Notes: A key tip for this dish is to avoid ov...