Mama Pak's Kitchen

After the birth of my second (he's 8 weeks now!), all I have been craving are carbs, carbs, carbs! Nursing makes you incredibly hungry and I wanted to make something other than eating loads of toast every morning. I love hash browns and it's actually quite easy to make. Here's how I do it: 2 large russet potatoes (for 1-2 servings) Olive oil... Salt Pepper Photo 2 - Shred the potatoes using a cheese grater (the largest hole) then tranfer to a large bowl filled with cold water and stir (this is to get rid of the excess starch). Drain the water and repeat. Photo 3 - Using your hands, squeeze out the water as much as you can, then transfer to towel lined cutting board. Spread it out then add another layer of towel and pat down to get rid of the moisture. This is important if you want crispy hash browns! Photo 4 - Using your skillet, heat couple tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once the skillet is well heated, thinly spread the shredded potatoes into the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Lower the heat to medium low and let it cook until a brown crust is forms on the bottom and edges (4-5 mins). Photo 5 - Lift the edges. If the edges hold well and the bottom is nicely browned, you're ready to flip! You can use two spatulas to flip it over. Drizzle little oil around the edges. Let it cook for few more minutes. Always check the heat to make sure it doesn't burn. At one point, I had to lower the heat to low. Every stove is different and you know your stove the best :) Transfer to a plate and serve as is or add toppings like scallions, sour cream, bacon bits, etc. I plan on sharing more simple and easy recipes with you going forward, so please visit again! Happy Sunday friends

Merry belated Christmas! Instead of our traditional turkey dinner, we decided to have surf and turf instead For brunch today, I made lobster bisque with the leftover shells and leg meat for my family. So delicious!

Hope everyone is well! Trying to adjust to this new norm in the past few months has been challenging. After finding the best way to bring back my services, I've decided to start with the grazing boxes (weekends only). Contactless pick up or delivery available in the GTA. Today I had couple of clients order some grazing boxes for a small gathering with their loved ones. I was so happy to make them!

Dessert for breakfast too much? Nahhh #crepes

Weekend breakfast

Dessert for breakfast too much? Nahhh #crepes

Weekend breakfast

Those fruit loops are mine #breakfastplatter

Some comfort food to end my day. My boys can easily finish that whole loaf of baguette

I hope everyone is doing well despite everything that is going on. just wanted to post something that makes me happy... full table of food! Stay safe and healthy all