Category: FOOD

As the warm weather unfolds and strawberries hit their peak season, there’s no better way to celebrate the bounty of fruit than with a strawberry-vanilla dump cake. This dessert swaps the rich intensity of chocolate for the light, refreshing sweetness of strawberries, combined with the comforting flavor of vanilla cake. Made in a Crock-Pot, this…

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The warmth of a hearty casserole is unparalleled, conjuring feelings of home with every bite. Picture a dish where tender meat melds with aromatic spices and fluffy rice, drawing everyone to the dining table with eager anticipation. That’s what you get with the Italian Chicken Rice Casserole—a delightful merger of classic Italian zest and the…

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Greetings, dear readers! Today, let me take you on a delightful culinary journey with a dish that epitomizes the essence of American comfort food – the Hamburger Potato Casserole. This dish is a celebration of simple, yet hearty meals that have been a staple in many homes across the heartland, offering a taste of nostalgia…

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hawaiian bacon pineapple chicken kebabs smothered in a delicious hawaiian bbq sauce! Crispy bacon and saucy, charred chicken with juicy pineapple chunks, peppers (capsicums), red onion and the best garlicky-bbq sauce! Hawaiian Bacon Pineapple Chicken Kebabs are so addictive! The perfect meat on a skewer with the combination of a salty, sweet flavour packed punch….

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Whoever said that creating a buzz-worthy dessert requires hours of kitchen labor hasn’t met these Lazy Pecan Pie Bars. They’re my secret weapon for when I yearn for that classic Southern pecan pie charm but wish to bypass the intricacies of a homemade pie crust. Inspired by the traditional pecan pie, yet presented in a…

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In the heart of our bustling American kitchens, the slow food movement is making a spirited comeback. This resurgence is a tribute to timeless culinary practices from around the world, echoing the simplicity and depth of Italian “cucina povera.” Here, basic ingredients are transformed into deeply flavorful dishes. One such example is the Slow Cooker…

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INGREDIENTS For the custard cream 3 egg yolks 3 tablespoons (30 gr) of all-purpose flour 1/2 cup (100 gr) of sugar 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 8 oz (235 ml) of milk For the cannoncini 1 sheet of puff pastry, defrosted (about 8 oz, 225 gr) 1/4 cup (50 gr) of sugar 1 egg (for…

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Once upon a time, in the heart of a bustling kitchen, the miracle of Mexican-American fusion gave birth to the chimichanga. Legends swirl around how this dish came to be—some say it was an accident, a burrito dropped in hot oil, others claim it was a carefully crafted invention. Whichever tale you favor, this much…

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Ingredients: 4 pork chops, bone-in preferred   2 cups chicken broth   1/3 cup heavy cream   1/2 teaspoon each of onion powder and garlic powder   2 tsp paprika   3/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided   1 onion, sliced   4 cloves garlic, minced   3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil   3 tbsp…

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Ingredients: 1 pound pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)   12 slices smoked ham (thinly sliced)   1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese.     PREPARATION: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.   On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 1/4-inch-thick rectangle.  …

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