The Ask Anna Blog

Chicken Congee

Warm, comforting congee with shredded chicken, cilantro, fried scallions, and chili garlic oil. This chicken congee is perfect for a cold day. Hi! This is Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower, and this month I’m back on Ask Anna to share with you a dish perfect for cold winter days and also for days when you’re not feeling well. It’s a classic dish that doesn’t take long to make. This chicken congee is a childhood favorite for me. Sometimes we would eat it for breakfast. Most times though, it’s the perfect dish for when you’re feeling a little sick. It’s… Read More

Baked Honey Macadamia Nut Brie

Baked brie topped with honey and chopped macadamia nuts, served with crackers, this baked honey macadamia nut brie is the perfect appetizer for any holiday gathering. Hi! This is Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower, and I’m back this month on Ask Anna to share with you a brand new recipe just in time for the holidays. It’s the perfect dish to bring to any holiday dinner. There has been so much going on lately for the holidays. I always want to set time aside to enjoy the holiday season, but it always moves by so quickly. One moment, it’s… Read More

Apple Cider Rosé Mimosa

A fall inspired cocktail made of equal parts apple cider and rosé wine. This apple cider rosé mimosa is simple, delicious, and perfect for your fall gatherings. Hi! This is Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower. I’m back this month on Ask Anna to share with you a brand new fall inspired recipe, perfect for the holiday season. I can’t believe that Thanksgiving is now just weeks away. That means that it’s time to start planning for our holiday gatherings. From the turkey to the side dishes to the desserts to the drinks. I feel like there’s so much planning… Read More

Eggs in Purgatory

Spicy tomato based sauce, topped with eggs and basil. Eggs in Purgatory is easy to make, packed full of flavor, and perfect for a quick, and easy meal. Hi! This is Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower, and I’m back over at Ask Anna this month to share with you these Eggs in Purgatory, a brand new recipe, perfect for breakfast or brunch. I am always in the mood for brunch on the weekends, but I don’t always want to spend my morning in the kitchen. I love the idea of having something simple to make on hand so that… Read More

Spicy Sesame Avocado Salsa

Avocado mixed with sesame oil, soy sauce, lime juice, ginger, cilantro, and hot sauce. This simple to make yet delicious spicy sesame avocado salsa goes well with chips, crackers, and bread for an afternoon snack. Hi! This is Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower, and this month I’m back with a brand new recipe perfect for an after school or a game day snack. To be honest, I’m not the biggest sports fan. But my dad and my boyfriend both are. Which means that Sundays are generally spent watching football games in the fall. For me though? It’s less about… Read More

Peach Rosé Wine Slushie

Frozen slices of peaches blended with cold rosé wine. This peach rosé wine slushie is simple, delicious, and perfect for warm summer days! Hi! This is Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower. This month I’m back with a brand new recipe perfect for warm summer days. It’s already August, and summer is starting to wrap up. School is starting, the days are becoming shorter, and the weather gets cooler. So while it’s still warm out and we’re in need of cool refreshing drinks, I thought I’d share this Peach Rosé Wine Slushie with you. How did you spend your summer… Read More