Cioccolata Calda (Hot Chocolate Italian-Style)Italian-style hot chocolate is a decadent chocolate treat that tastes like pudding! Sugar and cocoa powder should be combined in a small saucepan. Until the sugar has completely dissolved, stir in the 1 1/2 cups of milk. Place the mixture on a low heat source and simmer it gently. In a […]
Month: October 2024
Homemade Samoa CookiesMake your favorite Girl Scout cookies at home with this recipe for Samoas – the chocolate, caramel, coconut, and shortbread cookie that everyone loves! In a bowl, combine the butter, white sugar, and salt. Stir in the 2 cups of flour. Mixture of butter and one cup of flour should be beaten until […]
Crazy Auntie’s Banana CakeGraham cracker crumbs are the secret ingredient in this moist and delicious banana cake that is always a crowd-pleased. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking dish. Whisk flour graham cracker crumbs brown sugar and baking powder together in a large bowl. Mix […]
Sweet Dijon Salad DressingA sweet onion Dijon vinaigrette that is perfect for your next green salad. This tangy dressing is easy to whip up and use over and over again. Place vinegar Dijon mustard oil and sugar substitute into a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Close the jar and shake vigorously to blend. Refrigerate until […]
Air Fryer TonkatsuTonkatsu that has been air-fried has a crispy exterior and a tender, juicy interior. Add homemade tonkatsu sauce before serving. Whisk together ketchup soy sauce brown sugar sherry Worcestershire sauce and garlic together in a bowl until sugar has dissolved. Set tonkatsu sauce aside. Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 […]
Steamed Squash Medley with Sun-Dried TomatoesZucchini and yellow squash are steamed with sun-dried tomatoes and sweet onions, and tossed with butter. After adding the boiling water to a bowl with the sun-dried tomatoes, let it sit for 10 minutes. Chop tomatoes coarsely after removing them with a slotted spoon. Put the water aside. Bring to […]
Macaroni and CheeseEasy baked macaroni and cheese made from scratch with onion and cheddar cheese. There’s a bit of dry mustard in the mac and cheese for zip. Set the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees C). In a 2-quart casserole dish, grease it. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and bread […]
Baked Chicken Empanadas with Hatch ChileTry making these homemade baked chicken empanadas with the added kick of Hatch chile. Serve with avocado, salsa, and sour cream if desired. Set the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees C). In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, […]
Ellen’s Vegan Stuffed PeppersThese vegan stuffed peppers have a hearty taste thanks to the roasted buckwheat. Oil is heated in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the onion and garlic for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is almost clear but not yet browning. Add the buckwheat and stir for about a minute to […]
Turkey Meatball and Vegetable StewThe flavor and color of fresh vegetables and herbs abound in this stew featuring homemade turkey meatballs. Combine oats onion mushrooms basil parsley and garlic in a large mixing bowl. Add beaten egg Worcestershire sauce salt and pepper; stir to combine. Add turkey and using a rubber spatula stir and mash […]