Lei Shishak

Chef & Cookbook Author

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Easy Plant-Based Cooking For Two

Delicious Vegan Recipes To Enjoy Together

2023 Nautilus Book Award Winner, Silver Medal

In Easy Plant-Based Cooking for Two: Delicious Vegan Recipes to Enjoy Together, chef Lei Shishak shares 80 extraordinarily delicious meat-free recipes. From morning beverages to baked goods, breakfast to lunch, mid-day snacks to sides, dinner to dessert, this book is a must-have for plant-forward enthusiasts, plant-based dieters, vegans, veg-curious, and anyone in between!

Beach House Dinners

Simple, Summer-Inspired Meals For Entertaining Year‑Round

Dinner is the most home-cooked meal of the day. We gather in the kitchen, open up a great cookbook and see what ingredients we have in our pantry. Our devices are off, work is done for the day and we get ready to make and share an amazing meal. Beach House Dinners: Simple, Summer-Inspired Meals For Entertaining Year-Round celebrates these moments.

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basil and mint mojito

Basil and Mint Mojito

One of my favorite summertime beverages is the mojito, a Cuban beverage made with rum and...

Not Cioppino

This is a seafood stew that’s inspired by cioppino, the classic Italian-American stew made with tomatoes, white wine, and various fresh...

chocolate chip cookies thin and crispy like tate's

Chocolate Chip Cookies (Thin and Crispy Just Like Tate’s!)

Thin and crispy chocolate chip cookies so light and airy, too! Buttery crispy cookies packed with just the right amount of chocolate and a hint of...

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Microwave version of the viral Marry Me Chicken Pa

Microwave version of the viral Marry Me Chicken Pasta — made with Anyday cookware✨This quick and easy dish features tender chicken, pasta shells, sun-dried tomatoes, and baby spinach in a light and creamy sauce.✨ ⭐️Microwave Marry Me Chicken Pasta⭐️Makes 2 servings1 chicken breast (about 9 ounces), pounded to ½-inch thicknessOlive oil, for drizzlingGarlic powder, to tasteSalt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes2 tablespoons minced onion1 tablespoon unsalted butter, soft2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon Italian seasoning½ teaspoon paprika1 ¼ cups chicken broth1 cup shell pasta1 cup baby spinach, packed1 cup half-and-half¼ teaspoon salt½ cup grated Parmesan cheese1.Place chicken in the Anyday medium shallow dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season on both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cover with the lid and pull the vent open. Cook in the microwave until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reaches 162°F, about 4 ½ minutes. Keep covered and set aside.2.Stir together sun-dried tomatoes, onion, butter, garlic, Italian seasoning, and paprika in the Anyday medium deep dish. Cover with the lid and pull the vent open. Cook in the microwave for 2 minutes. Stir.3.Add the chicken broth, pasta, spinach, and half-and-half. Stir. Cover with the lid and pull the vent open. Cook in the microwave for 8 minutes. Stir. Cook until pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes more.4.Meanwhile, cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; do not discard chicken juice in the dish. 5.Stir in chicken and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Thin with chicken juice if needed. Serve hot.#marrymechicken #marrymechickenpasta #chickenrecipes #recipe #anydaycookware #microwaverecipe #cookanyday #dothewave

Champagne Raspberry Sorbet 🍾 A refreshing way

Champagne Raspberry Sorbet 🍾 A refreshing way to welcome these warmer days ☀️Fresh raspberries + simple syrup + honey + lime juice + Champagne ✨Recipe via link in bio. #sorbet #champagne #frozendessert #dessert #yum #pastry #desserts #delicious #dairyfree #fruit #homemade

Looking for a new protein bar?? MOSH bars are clea

Looking for a new protein bar?? MOSH bars are clean fuel for the brain and body! They boast 7 brain nutrients, like ashwagandha, vitamin B12, and lion’s mane and have 10-13 grams of protein per bar. PLUS, they’re gluten free, keto-friendly, AND no sugar added🙌I had the opportunity to sample their Mind Blowing Variety Pack which includes 7 different flavors. Loving the blueberry almond crunch, PB chocolate crunch, and the cookie dough crunch✨#proteinbar #moshlife #brainfood #healthyfood #healthylifestyle #healthy #healthyeating #snack #snacktime

3-ingredient Puff Pastry Twists | Filled with blue

3-ingredient Puff Pastry Twists | Filled with blueberry jam for a fun, sweet treat that both kids and adults love 💕 3-ingredient Puff Pastry TwistsMakes about 9 twists1 frozen puff pastry sheet, thawed1/4 cup cinnamon sugar2 to 3 tablespoons blueberry jam1. Preheat the oven to 425F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.2. Lay puff pastry on a work surface. Coat both sides with cinnamon sugar and roll out thinly. 3. Spread jam over half of one long side of puff pastry. Fold over the other half to close. 4. Use a pizza cutter to cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips lengthwise.5. Twist each strip tightly on the prepared baking tray and press down the ends against the tray to stick.6. Bake until golden brown and caramelized, 8 to 10 minutes.#pastry #puffpastry #food #homemade #foodie #baking #instafood #yummy #dessert #patisserie #foodstagram #bakery #delicious #foodlover #chocolate #pastrychef #puff #pastrylover #sweet #pastryart #tart #cooking #puffpastryrecipes #tasty #yum

The Mendocino coast 💙 #mendocino #pointarenali

The Mendocino coast 💙#mendocino #pointarenalighthouse #lighthouses #lighthouse #photography #travel #beach #nature #adventure #bluesky #lighthouselovers #waves #ocean #blue #california

My favorite Madeleine recipe✨Soft and spongy wit

My favorite Madeleine recipe✨Soft and spongy with a bright lemon flavor.✨Madeleines 🇫🇷Makes about 12nonstick spray¼ cup all-purpose flour, forcoating pan3 large eggs½ cup sugar1 teaspoon finely gratedlemon zest½ teaspoon pure vanillaextract¾ cup cake flour, sifted¾ teaspoon baking powder6 tablespoons (3⁄4 stick)unsalted butter, melted andcooled slightly1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Greasethe Madeleine molds with nonstick spray. Gentlysift flour evenly over the molds. Set aside.2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted withthe whip attachment, beat the eggs, sugar,lemon zest, and vanilla on high speed for 3minutes until thickened and yellow. Add theflour and baking powder and mix on lowspeed until combined. Remove the bowl frommixer and fold in the melted butter with arubber spatula.3. Fill the prepared molds with the batter (I like to usea small ice cream scoop). Use a mini offsetspatula to smooth and spread the batter.4. Bake in the preheated oven until the tops areset, 8 to 10 minutes. Do not overbake.#madeleine #madeleines #patisserie #pastry #cake #dessert #homemade #foodphotography #baking #cookies #food #yummy #instafood #foodie #cakes #desserts #frenchpastry #bakery #french #sweets #foodstagram #frenchfood #france

Breakfast just got (way) easier🙌 I’m loving E

Breakfast just got (way) easier🙌I’m loving Evergreen’s better-for-you frozen mini waffles for so many reasons:•freezer to toaster (or air fryer!) convenience•made with fruits, veggies, nuts, and spices•sweetened with maple syrup•a full serving of fruits and vegetables•100% whole grain•kid-friendly •gut healthy...and their packaging is awesomeI had the opportunity to sample apple cinnamon cobbler, zucchini carrot cake, and PB banana bread. All are delish but apple cinnamon cobbler was the family fave!💯You can order directly from their website or use the store locator to find the nearest retailer. In Orange County, you can find them at Gelsons, Bristol Farms, Sprouts, and Irvine Ranch Market. Learn more at @eatevergreen Like and Share This Post to spread the word❤️#waffle #waffles #breakfast #eatevergreen #evergreen #evergreenwaffles #wakeupwithawin #mybreakfastbff #healthyeating #healthybreakfast #yummy #kidfood

Channeling my Irish-by-marriage roots with these g

Channeling my Irish-by-marriage roots with these gooey fudge-stuffed blondies ☘️ Sweet, minty, and chocolaty☘️Happy St. Patty’s Day weekend!First, I made blondie batter, colored it green, and flavored it with mint extract. Then, I spread half of the batter in a 8x8-inch pan and topped it with slices of fudge. Finally, I spread the remaining batter on top and baked it at 350F for 15-20 minutes, until an inserted toothpick came out with moist crumbs.#stpatricksday #irish #stpattysday #green #ireland #luckoftheirish #stpaddysday #shamrock #happystpatricksday #stpattys #blondies #bakersgottabake #baking #fudge

McDonald’s transforms into WcDonald’s with a b

McDonald’s transforms into WcDonald’s with a bold anime-inspired marketing campaign featuring a new Savory Chili Sauce🌶️Experience the first-ever in-real-life (IRL) WcDonald’s in West Hollywood on March 9-10, with 360 projection mapping, anime-themed tabletop projections, and a curated menu, including the limited-time sauce. Reserve your spot on OpenTable now! I got an exclusive invite to preview the LA experience and taste the sauce. Check out my full article on mashed.com for all the details. Link in my story. 🍟🍟🍟🍟🍟#mcdonalds #wcdonalds #food #fastfood #mcd #mcdonald #instagood #fries #anime #manga #art #mcnuggets #chickenmcnuggets #chilisauce

Love seafood? This easy cioppino-inspired stew is

Love seafood? This easy cioppino-inspired stew is packed with salmon, shrimp, and scallops in a rich, savory, tomatoey broth. Recipe⬇️ sub with your favorite seafood!Seafood Stew Makes 4 to 5 servings 2 tablespoons olive oil1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced1 small yellow onion, small-diced4 garlic cloves, minced1½ teaspoons salt½ teaspoon red chili flakes1 (32-ounce) container seafood stock1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes1 tablespoon parsley, chopped1 teaspoon Worcestershire1 teaspoon dried thyme½ teaspoon dried oregano¼ teaspoon allspice¼ teaspoon celery salt1 pound whole okra1 pound salmon, cut into small chunks1 pound large shrimp, deveined and tail on6 ounces (about 6) scallops, halvedFennel fronds for garnish 1. Warm the oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the sliced fennel, onion, garlic, salt, and chili flakes. Sauté for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the stock, tomatoes, parsley, Worcestershire, thyme, oregano, allspice, and celery salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Add the okra, cover, and cook for 8 minutes at a low boil. 2. Add the salmon chunks and scallops and let cook for 3 minutes (no need for mixture to boil again). Add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat. 3. Portion into bowls, garnish with fennel fronds, and serve immediately. #cioppino #seafood #seafoodstew #dinner #italianfood #seafoodlover #food #comfortfood #shrimp #stew #fish #homemade #delicious #scallops #stew #soup #fishstew

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