Cooking with Galia

09/09/2026

Coconut rice pudding, mango sticky rice hack style: Creamy coconut rice pudding, simmered slow in coconut milk until rich and tender-top with anything you like. I love fresh mango slices for all the flavor of mango sticky rice, no sticky rice technique required.

Makes 4-5 servings

Ingredients:

1 c jasmine rice, rinsed
2 cans of full fat coconut milk
1/2 c water
1/3 c sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla
Fresh mango or anything you love to add on top

-Put the rice, coconut milk, water, sugar and salt in a medium saucepan on medium heat. Simmer for 5 minutes.
-Reduce heat to low uncovered, stirring frequently for about 30 minutes.
-Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
-Top it with whatever you like…mangoes, coconut flakes, berries, etc

Enjoy!! 😉

09/08/2026

09/07/2026

This caesar is the BEST way to eat your greens! The dressing is creamy and the croutons are crisp and salty!

Caesar dressing:
3/4 c mayo
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 c avocado oil
1/3 c Parmesan cheese, grated

-Blend the ingredients together

Croutons:
3-4 c of day old bread, cut into cubes
1/4 c Parmesan cheese, grated
1/3 c olive oil or avocado oil
Salt and pepper

-Put on a greased cookie sheet and spread out evenly. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes. Take out and mix them around and then put them back in the oven for 2-3 more minutes or until they are golden and crispy.
Let them cool before adding them to the salad.

09/04/2026

A twist on classic au gratin potatoes! I added cottage cheese for extra creaminess and a protein boost. They are creamy, cheesy comfort in every bite!

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:
2 medium to larger sized russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 c cottage cheese
1 c mozzarella cheese
1/2 c Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper
1-2 tbsp olive oil

Layer the ingredients and top with a little olive oil drizzle.
Bake at 375 degrees covered for 15 minutes and then uncovered for an additional 15 minutes (or until the potatoes are tender).

09/02/2026

Sweet potato glass noodles with sautéed vegetables in a savory-sweet soy, garlic sauce.

Serves 1-2

Ingredients:
3.5 oz pack of noodles (sweet potato glass noodles)
Sautéed veggies of choice

2 tbsp soy sauce or Braggs liquid amino
1 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
2 tsp oyster sauce

Mix the sauce together and pour on the noodles and vegetables

Top with Siracha and a protein of choice

08/30/2026

Chia pudding is a great way to get your fiber, omega 3’s, protein, antioxidants, and minerals. Soaking them softens the seeds are starts breaking down some of the fiber, so they are easier to digest.

Ingredients:

5 tbsp chia seeds
1 can of coconut milk

-Whisk together and refrigerate for a couple of hours or overnight.

-Mix with some Greek yogurt and maple syrup and top with fruit.

08/29/2026

This smoked salmon dip is smoky, creamy, and absolutely fabulous!! It’s perfect for entertaining or just snacking on straight from the fridge.

Ingredients:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 c crème fraiche
The zest of one whole lemon
The juice of half of a lemon
1-2 tbsp fresh dill
Black pepper
4 oz hot smoked salmon fillet (remove the skin and any brown stuff)

Mix it all together and refrigerate for a bit before serving. Serve with crackers, cucumbers, baguette, crostini…and enjoy!

08/29/2026

Trader Joe’s haul

08/27/2026

This corn salad is a total game-changer; endlessly versatile and packed with flavor! Pile it on top of just about anything, or toss it with grilled chicken and feta for the perfect light meal

Ingredients:

2 cups of corn
2 cups of cucumbers, diced
1/3 c red onion, diced
3/4 c tomatoes, chopped
1/4 c cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeño, chopped and discard the seeds if you want it less spicy
1 bell pepper, chopped
The juice from one whole lemon
The juice from one whole lime
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chipotle powder
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/4 c avocado oil

Boil the corn for 4-5 minutes and let cool! Cut it off the cob. (If you don’t have fresh corn, you can use frozen.)

Mix it all together and enjoy!