Closet Cooking

Cooking adventures in a small, closet sized, kitchen. - I came to realize that my meals were boring and that I had been eating the same few dishes over and over again for years. It was time for a change! I now spend my free time searching for, creating and trying tasty new recipes in my closet sized kitchen.

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Closet Cooking’s Birthday: 2010

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Closet Cooking is now 3 years old!

It was another great year filled with lots of tasty food and the pure enjoyment of both making it and eating it! On the other side there was the fun of photographing all of the food and writing about it. I somehow managed to squeeze all of this in between the countless hours spent food blogging and drooling over others creations! (My bookmarked recipes ‘to try’ increased a lot faster than I could cook this year.) Somewhere along the way I blew right past the 1000 post mark without even noticing it!

I would like to take the opportunity to thank all of my readers for their continued support! I am looking forward to another year of tasty food!

I will leave you with a roundup of the most viewed recipes on Closet Cooking since the beginning.

No Bake Cheesecake

No Bake Cheesecake – It is not surprising that this effortless cheese cake is number one and given its chilled nature it is perfect for enjoying on warm summer days with fresh fruits and berries.

Okonomiyaki (Japanese Pancake)

Okonomiyaki (Japanese Pancake) – This ‘as you like’ Japanese pancake or pizza is made with a vegetable base that you can add what you like to and then you can top it with your favourites as well. Common toppings include mayonnaise, okonomiyaki sauce (similar to a Worcestershire sauce) and bonito flakes or smoked skipjack tuna.

Kare (Japanese Curry)

Kare (Japanese Curry) – This is one of my favourite winter comfort foods! Japanese curry is a little more on the sweet side and it has an amazingly deep and rich flavour.

Jalapeno Popper Dip

Jalapeno Popper Dip – This dip is so addictive with its creamy, ooey, gooey, cheesy textures and flavours with the perfect hit of jalapeno heat!

Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip – If you are craving a warm melted cheese dip but you are looking for something a little more on the healthy side, this dip has spinach and artichoke hearts in it. 😉

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie) – This dish was my first introduction to the amazing spinach, dill and feta flavour combination. Since I discovered it I have used that flavour combination in many dishes but this pie with its light and flaky phyllo pastry crust might just be the best!

7 Layer Dip

7 Layer Dip – This is a nice, fairly healthy take on the classic 7 layer dip that contains so many of my favourite Mexican flavours!

Parmesan Crusted Baked Zucchini Sticks with Marinara Sauce

Parmesan Crusted Baked Zucchini Sticks with Marinara Sauce – This is another great snack that is also healthy! You just can’t go wrong with crispy baked sticks of zucchini with a tasty marinara sauce for dipping.

Salmon Teriyaki

Salmon Teriyaki – I am glad that this recipe made it to the top 10 as it is one of my favourite no muss, no fuss, super quick, never fail, meals that is just so good! It is even better when you make your own homemade teriyaki sauce.

Chinese Hot and Sour Soup

Chinese Hot and Sour Soup – This soup is one of the things that I always like to get when eating Chinese takeout and although it can be a bit tricky to make at home it is well worth the effort!

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  5. sophia says

    Happy birthday to Kevin's AWESOME blog! Yours is one of my fave. Seriously. And also, I'm a bit deflated and sad that none of the readers' fave was a kimchi/Korean dish, because I thought every Korean-style dish you made was freaking cool. But then, every of your dish is amazing!

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  13. Elin says

    Congratulations 'Closet Cooking' on your 3rd blogiversary 🙂 Keep them coming :)) love all you have shared here with us. Thanks muchie.

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  14. Memória says

    Happy 3rd birthday! I've been reading your for about 2 of those 3 years, and I love how there is no limit to what dishes you're willing to try. The colors in your dishes are so vibrant and tantalizing. Cheers to another year!!

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  20. Claudia says

    Congrats, kevin – I hover often but don't always comment- it always looks enticing. the round-up was fun – catching things I missed during busy periods. I sent your link to my son who is on a Jamie Oliver Revoltuion Kick and cooking to show him what people can do!

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  24. Paula says

    Happy BlogBirthday, Kevin! One thousand posts is incredible! This roundup is great … so many good things to choose from. 🙂 Keep up the great blogging!

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  28. Kathryn says

    Happy Blog Birthday!

    I appreciate all of your wonderful recipes and I too was in a same old same old dinner rut and your blog challenges me to try new things or combine old favorites in a new way.

    Your Cilantro Lime Rice has become a favorite not just to me, but to others that I have recommended it to.

    Thanks for sharing all of your recipes with us and looking forward to seeing what you come up with next.

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  37. Dawn says

    Happy Blogiversary! You were the reason I started my own food blog. Thanks for giving me a new and amazing hobby that has lead to lots of learning, great food and even new friends!

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  39. Jenn Sutherland says

    Congratulations, Kevin! Yours is still one of my very favorite blogs, and I am in AWE of your post frequency AND all of the delicious things that come out of your kitchen. You're an inspiration!

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  40. Andrea says

    Congrats on 3 years! Your blog is definitely the most active blog that i have on my RSS – good for you!
    Cheers,
    Andrea D.
    Kingston, ON

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  49. Laura says

    Happy Birthday! I don't comment very often but I just want to let you know that I check out your website every day. Love it!

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  51. Lori says

    Congratulations Kevin. I always admire your blog as do so many other people. I happen to love looking at that Japanese pancake of yours.

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  56. Becky says

    Congratulations. Closet Cooking is my go-to blog for something different and interesting. Hey, looking ahead to the coming year of posts, how about some good grilling eats??? Wishing you all the best Kevin!

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  58. musingegret says

    Kevin, your blog is on my "daily-must-check" list and it always makes me happy. Your photography is inspiring and your fearless foray into so many culture's foods enlivens my own menus. Congratulations and thank you.

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  67. Anonymous says

    Kevin congrats! Most of your recipes look good and the ones I've tried ARE good. Wish all of these ladies who oww and ahhh would MAKE some of your fabulous recipes!!! ciao.

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  69. Anonymous says

    Congrats! I get great ideas from this blog. I also love the pictures and the generous and approachable style of your writing.

    MG

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