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No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake.  🍋🍰  For the Crust: Graham crackers, crushed - 1 1/2 cups Unsalted butter, melted - 1/3 cup Granulated sugar - 1/4 cup For the Filling: Cream cheese, softened - 16 ounces (2 packages) Heavy cream - 1 cup Powdered sugar - 1 cup Lemon juice - 1/3 cup Lemon zest - 2 tablespoons Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon For the Topping (optional): Lemon slices - for garnish Whipped cream - for garnish 🕒 Preparation Time: 20 minutes 🔥 Cooking Time: 0 minutes (No baking required) 🔥 Calories: Approximately 450 kcal per serving 👥 Servings: 8-10 servings 🔪 Instructions: Prepare Crust:In a bowl, mix together crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling. Make Filling:In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. In a separate bowl, whip th

Christmas Baklava Ingredients:_____ - 1 package phyllo dough - 1 cup unsalted butter, melted - 2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, almonds), finely chopped - 1/2 cup sugar - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon - 1 cup honey - 1/2 cup water - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract _____Directions:_____ 1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).  2. In a bowl, mix together the chopped mixed nuts, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Set aside. 3. Unroll the phyllo dough and place a damp cloth over the sheets to prevent drying out. 4. Brush a baking dish with melted butter. Place a sheet of phyllo dough in the dish and brush with melted butter. Repeat with 6-8 layers. 5. Sprinkle a generous amount of the nut mixture evenly over the phyllo layers. 6. Repeat the layering process with phyllo dough and nuts until you run out of nut mixture, finishing with a top layer of phyllo. 7. Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes. 8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and

Butter Cream Frosting Recipe 🧁🍦 Ingredients: Unsalted butter, softened - 1 cup (2 sticks) Powdered sugar - 4 cups Milk or heavy cream - 2-3 tablespoons Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon 🕒 Preparation Time: 10 minutes 🔥 Cooking Time: 0 minutes (No cooking required) 🔥 Calories: Approximately 100 kcal per tablespoon 👥 Servings: Enough to frost 24 cupcakes or a 9-inch cake 🔪 Instructions: Beat Butter: In a large bowl, beat the butter using a mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Add Sugar: Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Mix in Liquids: Add the vanilla extract. Gradually add milk or heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency. Beat Until Fluffy: Increase mixer speed to high and beat for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the frosting is light, fluffy, and smooth. Use or Store: Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. A

Cacao-Pecan Shortbread Cookies Ingredients - 1 1/4 sticks (10 tablespoons) butter - 1/4 cup finely chopped cacao nibs - 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar - 1 large egg, lightly beaten - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt - 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped - 1/2 vanilla bean, split, seeds scraped - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract - 3 tablespoons vanilla sugar - 1 tablespoon cold water Preparation preheat the oven to 350.set the butter out to soften.spread the chopped pecans on a rimmed baking sheet and toast for about 4-6 minutes, until lightly browned and fragrant. let cool. put the softened butter in a large bowl. beat the butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla bean seeds, vanilla extract and salt at medium speed until fluffy.add the flour, mixing in 1/2 at a time. beat at low speed until just incorporated. stir in the pecans and cacao nibs. mix well. transfer the dough to a work surface and roll into a 1 1/2-inch-thick log. wrap the log in plastic or parchment pa

Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy Ingredients:_____ - 1 lb ground beef - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs - 1/4 cup milk - 1 egg - 1 onion, finely chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce - Salt and pepper to taste - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 2 cups beef broth - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour - Fresh parsley for garnish _____Directions:_____ 1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into oval-shaped patties. 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook until browned on both sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside. 3. In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Stir in flour and cook for a minute to make a roux. 4. Gradually whisk in beef broth, making sure there are no lumps. Bring to a simmer and let it thicken. 5. Return the patties to the skillet, covering them with the onion gravy. Simmer for an additional 10-

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 egg, beaten 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons melted butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix the beaten egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 158 kcal/pancake | Servings: 4 servings Sent from AOL on Android

Lemon-Lime Sugar Cookie Truffles Ingredients - 1 batch of sugar cookie dough (I used a store-bought mix, but you can use any recipe you - 1 zest and juice of large lemon and 1 large lime - 1 1/2 ounces blocks cream cheese at room temperature - 1 package white chocolate candy coating - colored sprinkles or coarse sugar, for garnish - colored sprinkles or coarse sugar, for garnish - colored sprinkles or coarse sugar, for garnish Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare the cookie dough as directed on package or recipe; add in the zest and juice of the lemon and lime and mix well. Spread the cookie dough in a greased 99 baking dish and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until cookies are fully baked. Cool completely. When cookies are cooled, using your hands, remove from the dish and crumble into the bowl of a stand mixer or food processor (small chunks are fine). Add in the cream cheese and mix until the cookie crumbs and cream cheese are completely mixed together. Roll into 1-1 1/2 inch

Healthier Banana Chocolate Chip Oat Muffins Moist banana chocolate chip oatmeal muffins uses oats and substitutes applesauce instead of cooking oil! A healthy alternative to most banana chocolate chip muffins! Ingredients: 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour 1 cup rolled oats ½ cup sweetener or sugar of your choice 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 2 large eggs ½ cup unsweetened applesauce ¼ cup your choice of milk  1 cup mashed banana Directions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper liners. Stir whole wheat flour, rolled oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and chocolate chips together in a bowl. Make a well in the center. Whisk eggs in a separate bowl until frothy; mix applesauce, milk, and banana into eggs. Pour wet ingredients into well made in flour mixture; stir just to moisten. Batter will be lumpy. Fill the prepared muffin cups about 3/4 full. Bake in the preheated oven until a too

✤ Crispy Orange Chicken  ✤ Seasoning for Chicken: - 290g chicken breast - 1 tablespoon minced garlic - 2 tablespoons orange juice - 3g (1 tablespoon) salt - 0.5 tablespoon black pepper ✤ Batter: - 50g (5 tablespoons) rice flour - 25g (2.5 tablespoons) cornstarch - 25g (2.5 tablespoons) all-purpose flour - 90ml water ✤ Sauce: - 0.5 teaspoon ginger powder (optional) - 1 teaspoon chili powder - 50g brown sugar (or white sugar) - 1 tablespoon honey - 50ml (8 tablespoons) orange juice - 2 tablespoons soy sauce - 4 tablespoons vinegar ✤ Starch Water: - 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch powder (potato starch can be used as well) - 2 tablespoons water Instructions: 1. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. 2. In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, orange juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. 3. Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and coat them evenly with the seasoning mixture. Set aside to marinate for 15-20 minutes. 4. In a separate bowl, prepare the batter by mixing rice flour, cornstarch

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KFC Style Chicken • 10 pieces of chicken (thighs and legs with skin) • 2 cups of wheat flour • 5 tablespoons cornstarch • 2 eggs • 1 cup of evaporated milk • 1 tablespoon mustard • 1 tablespoon chicken or meat seasoning • 1 tablespoon minced garlic • Salt and pepper to taste • Oil for frying 1. Wash and dry the chicken pieces thoroughly, and I season them with a pinch of salt and pepper. 2. In a large pot, I partially submerge the chicken pieces in water and cook over low heat for 10 minutes with the lid on. 3. While cooking, I prepare two large bowls. In the first, I combine flour, cornstarch, minced garlic, and seasoning, stirring well. In the second, I mix eggs, milk, mustard, salt, and pepper with a fork. 4. Once cooked, I remove the chicken from water and pat dry. I coat each piece in the flour mixture, then in the egg mixture, and again in the flour. I refrigerate them for a couple of minutes. 5. Meanwhile, in a stockpot or high skillet, I heat enough oil to submerge the chicken

Pizza Grilled Cheese  Bread slices - 4 Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 1 cup Pepperoni slices - 1/2 cup Marinara sauce - 1/3 cup Butter - 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon 🕒 Preparation Time: 10 minutes 🔥 Cooking Time: 10 minutes 🔥 Calories: Approximately 400 kcal per serving 👥 Servings: 2 🔪 Instructions: Prep Bread: Lay out the bread slices. Spread marinara sauce on two slices. Sprinkle half the cheese on top of the sauce. Add Toppings: Place pepperoni slices over the cheese. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the pepperoni. Final Layer: Cover with the remaining bread slices. Season: Mix Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Sprinkle this mixture over the outside of the bread slices. Butter Up: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Butter the outer sides of the sandwiches. Grill: Place the sandwiches in the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes per side or until golden brown and the cheese has melted. Serve: Slice in half and serve hot. Enjoy your

BAKED MEATBALLS  1 lb lean ground beef o 2 eggs, beaten with 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 1 cup panko or bread crumbs 1 small onion, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon salt freshly ground pepper to taste 1/4 cup minced fresh basil Directions Mix all ingredients with hands. Form into golf ball sized meatballs. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Sent from AOL on Android

Peanut Butter Lunch Lady Cookie Bars  2 cups flour 2 cups sugar 2 large eggs, beaten 1 ½ cup peanut butter, divided 1 ½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened ½ cup milk + 2 tablespoons, divided 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon salt 4 cups powdered sugar PREPARATION Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a large cookie sheet or line with parchment paper. Mix together dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. Whisk together ½ cup milk, vanilla extract, eggs. Set aside. In a saucepan, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of butter and 1 cup peanut butter, bring to a boil. Remove from heat and slowly add flour mixture, followed by milk and egg mixture. Mix until well combined. Pour batter onto cookie sheet, spreading batter evenly to edges. Bake for 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting. For frosting: In a saucepan, bring 1 stick butter and ½ cup peanut butter to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons milk and sl

Cool Whip Frosting  Cool Whip - 1 tub (8 ounces) Instant vanilla pudding mix - 1 package (3.4 ounces) Powdered sugar - 1 cup Milk - 1/4 cup 🕒 Preparation Time: 5 minutes 🔥 Cooking Time: 0 minutes (No cooking required) 🔥 Calories: Approximately 100 kcal per serving (1/12 of the recipe) 👥 Servings: Enough to frost 12 cupcakes or a 9-inch cake 🔪 Instructions: Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix and powdered sugar. Add Milk: Slowly mix in the milk until the mixture is smooth. Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold in the Cool Whip until well incorporated and smooth. Be careful not to overmix, as it can deflate the frosting. Chill: For a firmer consistency, chill the frosting in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before using. Frost: Apply the frosting to your cooled cake or cupcakes using a spatula or piping bag. Serve: Enjoy your desserts topped with this light and fluffy Cool Whip Frosting! 🎂🍦🍬😍 Note: This frosting is best used immediately. Lefto

🥒 EASY TZATZIKI SAUCE 🥒 📝 Ingredients: 🥣 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 🥄 1 tablespoon olive oil 🍋 2 teaspoons lemon juice 🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt ⚫ 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 🌿 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped 🧄 1 clove garlic, minced 🥒 1/2 cucumber, diced (optional) 📖 Instructions: In a small bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, fresh dill, minced garlic, and diced cucumber (if using). Stir the ingredients together until well combined. Set the tzatziki sauce aside to allow the flavors to meld together. Use the tzatziki sauce as a delicious condiment or dip for various dishes. Enjoy this easy and refreshing tzatziki sauce with its creamy texture and tangy flavors! 🥒🍋🌿 Sent from AOL on Android

QUICK & EASY CHEESE DANISH  2 cans of crescent rolls 1 8oz package of cream cheese at room temp. 2 Tbsp granulated sugar, divided 1 tsp lemon juice ¾ tsp vanilla 1 tsp sour cream Optional: assorted jams and preserves or pie filling ( cherry, strawberry, apricot, blueberry, lemon, etc) Icing: 1 cup confectioner's sugar 1 tbsp milk 1 tbsp softened butter Preheat the oven to 350. Unroll the crescent rolls and separate into rectangles of dough ( two triangles) . Pinch closed the diagonal cut to form one solid sheet of dough. Sprinkle light with sugar. Slice crescent roll dough into 1 inch x 8 inch slices. Gently lift dough slice and twist opposite ends in opposing directions into a loose rope. Spiral the rope around itself to form a loose circle/spiral. Place onto a cookie sheet lined with a baking paper, spacing danishes about 2 inch apart. Press the centers with a finger to make a well for the filling and stretch the sides a bit if it is necessary. In a large bowl, mix together c

Fried Mushrooms 😋😋🍴 Ingredients: • 10 oz cremini mushrooms • 2 cups panko bread crumbs • 1 cup flour • 1/2 cup corn starch • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder • 1 tablespoon grated parmesan • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 1/2 teaspoon thyme • Dash of salt • 1 cup buttermilk • Vegetable oil Instructions: 1. Washing the mushrooms and drying them completely, I ensure they are ready for the next steps. 2. In a bowl, I mix together flour, corn starch, baking powder, and all seasonings, ensuring they are well combined. 3. Adding the buttermilk, I mix to form a batter. 4. Placing the bread crumbs in a shallow dish, I prepare for coating the mushrooms. 5. Dipping the mushrooms into the batter, I let excess drip off before rolling them in the bread crumbs to ensure a thorough coating. 6. I heat one inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat for frying. 7. Carefully adding the mushrooms to the oil using tongs, I make

Classic Italian Stromboli Ingredients: 1 pizza dough 1/4 cup pizza sauce 1/4 cup pesto sauce 1/2 cup sliced ham 1/2 cup salami 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Spread pizza sauce and pesto sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border. Layer ham and salami slices over the sauces. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the meat. Starting at one long side, roll up the dough tightly into a log. Place the rolled dough seam side down on a baking sheet. Brush the top with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings Sent

Cinnamon Swirl Apple Fritter Bread😍 --Ingredients: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1 ½ tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon ½ cup buttermilk 1/3 cup vegetable oil 2 large eggs 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 ½ cups chopped apples ½ cup brown sugar 2 tsp ground cinnamon --Directions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan. In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and 1 tsp cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Combine the wet and dry ingredients. Fold in the chopped apples. Pour half of the batter into the pan. Mix brown sugar and 2 tsp cinnamon, and sprinkle half over the batter. Pour the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon sugar. Use a knife to swirl the cinnamon sugar through the batter. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. --Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes. Sent from AOL on Android

INGREDIENTS 3-4 large russet potatoes sliced into wedges 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese optional: fresh parsley (or cilantro) ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 375. Lightly grease a large baking sheet and set aside. Place potato wedges in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. In a small bowl whisk together salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle potato wedges with the shredded cheese, tossing to coat, then sprinkle with the seasoning mixture. Place potato wedges on prepared baking sheet in a single layer with skin-sides-down. Bake for 25-35 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender and golden. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and dressing for dipping. Sent from AOL on Android

Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish 2 cans ready to use refrigerated crescent rolls 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 egg 1 egg white Glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar 2 Tablespoons milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Method: Preheat oven to 350* degrees and grease a 13X9-inch baking pan. Lay a pack of crescent rolls in the pan and pinch the openings together. Beat the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg together until smooth. Spread the mixture over the crescent rolls evenly and then lay the second pack of crescent rolls on top of the cheese mixture and brush with egg white. Bake for 35-45 minutes until the top is golden brown. Top with glaze after cooling for 20 minutes. Kitchen Notes: I have made this danish using low fat cream cheese and stevia (sugar substitute) and it was delicious! Also, the amount of filling the original recipe calls for makes a VERY heavily filled danish. I have halved the filling using 1 package of cream cheese, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1

Meatloaf Ingredients : 2 eggs 2/3 cup milk 25 Ritz crackers, crushed 1/2 cup chopped onion 4 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 1/2 lbs ground beef 1/2 cup ketchup 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon mustard Directions : -Preheat oven to 350. -Beat eggs. Add milk and crackers. Stir in onion and cheese. Add ground beef. Mix well. Shape into a loaf. I made mine in a 8×8 pan. -Bake at 350 for 45-60 minutes or until cooked thru. -Combine ketchup, brown sugar and mustard to make topping. Spoon half of the topping over the meatloaf after 30 mins of baking. Return loaf to oven for 10 more mins of baking. Spoon the rest of the topping over meatloaf, return to oven and bake for 5-10 mins more. Sent from AOL on Android

Old Fashioned Fudge - Don't Lose This😍 2 cups sugar 4 Tablespoons Hershey's cocoa 1 stick of salted butter 5 ounce can of Carnation Evaporated Milk 1 teaspoon of vanilla nuts are optional Mix sugar and cocoa in a saucepan, then add a stick of butter and the can of evaporated milk, and stir until the mixture starts boiling. Stir continuously for 7 minutes, then remove from heat and add vanilla, then stir the mix continuously for 3 minutes, then pour into a buttered baking dish to set. Great fudge in less than 20 minutes! Sent from AOL on Android

Homemade Glazed Donuts 2 tablespoons active dry yeast 1/4 cup warm water (110°F/45°C) 1 1/2 cups lukewarm milk 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted 5 cups all-purpose flour Vegetable oil for frying For the Glaze: 1/3 cup butter 2 cups confectioners' sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 4 tablespoons hot water or as needed Directions: Dissolve yeast in warm water in a small bowl. In a large bowl, mix milk, sugar, salt, eggs, butter, and 2 cups of flour. Add yeast mixture and remaining flour until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. On a floured surface, roll dough to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut with a donut cutter. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry donuts until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. To make the glaze, melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add water one tables

Crispy Cheddar Chicken- Baked!! You may never fry chicken again after tasting this baked crispy chicken. 2 lb chicken tenders or 4 large chicken breasts 2 sleeves ritz crackers 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp teaspoon pepper 1/2 c whole milk (i used 2%) 3 cup cheddar cheese, grated 1 tsp dried parsley Sauce: 10oz can cream of chicken soup 2 Tbsp sour cream 2 Tbsp butter Directions: 1. Crush crackers. If using chicken breasts and not tenders, cut each chicken breast into 3 large pieces. Pour the milk,cheese and cracker crumbs into 3 separate small pans. Toss the salt and pepper into the cracker crumbs and stir the mixture around to combine. 2. Dip each piece of chicken into the milk and then the cheese. Press the cheese into the chicken with your fingers. Then press the cheesy coated chicken into the cracker crumbs and press it in. Spray a 9×13 pan with cooking spray and lay the chicken inside the pan. 3.Sprinkle the dried parsley over the chicken. Cover the pan with tin foil and bake at 400 degre

Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 3 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg yolk 3 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Cinnamon sugar for coating Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in cinnamon sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes Kcal: 150 kcal/cookie | Servings: 24 cookies Sent from AOL on Android

Chicken Bubble Biscuit Bake Casserole 3 cups cooked chopped chicken, or canned chicken 2 cans cream of chicken soup 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1 cup grated cheese 2 Tablespoons Ranch dressing mix 1/4 cup cooked, chopped bacon 1 (12 oz) can refrigerator Grands Jr Biscuits 1 additional cup grated cheese for top of casserole Instructions Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly spray a 9 x 13-inch pan with cooking spray. Set aside. Combine chicken, soup, sour cream, 1 cup grated cheese, Ranch dressing mix, and bacon. **Cut each biscuit into 4 pieces. Toss with chicken mixture. Top with remaining cup of grated cheese. Pour chicken mixture into prepared pan. Bake for 25-35 minutes, until bubbly and biscuits are golden brown. Sent from AOL on Android

Double Chocolate Banana Bread 3 ripe bananas 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 large egg, beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Directions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork. Stir in the melted butter, brown sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Add to the banana mixture. Fold in the chocolate chips until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 75 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 10 slices Sent from AOL on Android

🥦 Macaroni Tuna Casserole🧀🐟 Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 25 minutes Servings: 🍽️ 6-8 servings Ingredients: 🍜 2 cups elbow macaroni 🐟 2 cans (12 oz each) tuna, drained 🥦 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed 🧀 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 🧀 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧈 1/4 cup unsalted butter 🌾 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 🥛 2 cups milk 🍯 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 🧄 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste 🍞 1 cup breadcrumbs 🌿 Chopped fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: 1.  🔥 Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. 🍜 Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. 3. 🥦 Steam the broccoli florets until they are just tender. Set aside. 4. Make Cheese Sauce: 🧈 In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes. 🥛 Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth. Add Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Continue to whisk until the sauc

*Honey-Mustard Chicken Legs* From: ricardocuisine. com "Fowl Play" (1/29/2019) Note from Ricardo Cuisine: When you're strapped for ideas on what to make for dinner, chicken is a reliable (and versatile!) standby. So if you're looking for a few different ways to cook your bird, we've got lots of recipes for you. Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 55 minutes Serves 4 to 6 Freezes well Nutritional Info: low sodium, low carbohydrate, high protein Nutrition (per serving): calories 600, total fat 36 g (saturated fat 9 g), sodium 395 g, carbohydrates 33 g, fibre 6 g, protein 36 g (2 diabetic carbohydrate servings) Ingredients Honey-Mustard Sauce: 1 onion, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, chopped 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground turmeric 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey 2 tablespoons (30 ml) ketchup 1 tablespoon (15 ml) prepared mustard 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sambal oelek Ingredients Chicken:

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Cinnamon Sugar Biscuit Bites 🥰 Ingredients: 1 small roll of canned biscuits 1/4 cup sugar, white and brown 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1-2 Tbl butter Icing: 1/4 c powdered sugar 1-2 teaspoons milk 1/8 tsp vanilla Directions: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Put butter in a pan and melt in oven. Cut biscuits into quarters, place in a bag with cinnamon/sugar mixture and shake to coat. Place on melted butter in pan. Bake for 15 minutes. While baking, mix together icing ingredients. After removing cinnamon nuggets from oven, drizzle with icing. (Cheap treat! .94 cent tube of biscuits, baked in a 6×9 pan in toaster oven) Sent from AOL on Android

Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken      2-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts     4 garlic cloves, minced     4 tablespoons brown sugar     3 teaspoons olive oil Directions:     Preheat the oven to 500°F and lightly grease a casserole dish. Consider placing a layer of foil first, sprayed with cooking spray, for easy cleanup.     In a small sauté pan, sauté minced garlic with olive oil until tender. Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar.     Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and generously cover them with the garlic and brown sugar mixture.     Add salt and pepper to taste.     Bake uncovered for 15-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature. FAQS: Q1: Can I marinate the chicken in the garlic-brown sugar mixture beforehand? A1: While not necessary, marinating for a short time can enhance the flavor. Adjust as per your preference. Q2: What sides pair well with Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken? A2: Consider serving it with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes,

Cherry Cheesecake Lush 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 cup powdered sugar 8 oz cream cheese, softened 16 oz whipped topping, divided 1 package (3.4 oz) instant cheesecake pudding mix 3 cups milk 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling Directions: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan to form a crust. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. In a separate bowl, mix powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, and half of the whipped topping until smooth. Spread over the crust. In another bowl, whisk together the cheesecake pudding mix and milk until thickened. Spread over the cream cheese layer. Top with remaining whipped topping, then spoon cherry pie filling evenly over the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 4 hours | Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 12 servings Sent from AOL on Android

🍳 Breakfast Pizza 🍕🥒 Preparation Time: ⏱️ 15 minutes Cooking Time: ⏱️ 15 minutes Servings: 🍽️ 4 servings Ingredients: 🍕 1 pre-made pizza dough 🍅 1 cup pizza sauce 🧀 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🥚 4 large eggs 🍕 1/2 cup pepperoni slices 🥒 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste  Olive oil for drizzling Instructions: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese, creating a solid base. Using the back of a spoon, create small wells in the cheese layer to hold the eggs. Place pepperoni slices evenly on top of the cheese layer. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for approximately 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted. While the pizza is baking, fry the eggs in a separate pan until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny. Remove the pizza from the oven. Place the fried eggs in the wells, and add sliced cucumbe

This lemon meringue pie is so delicious and perfect for sharing! The sweet and tart lemon filling is thickened with cornstarch, flour, and egg yolks. Ingredients Filling: 1 cup white sugar 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons cornstarch ¼ teaspoon salt 1 ½ cups water 2 lemons, juiced and zested 2 tablespoons butter 4 egg yolks, beaten 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked Meringue: 4 egg whites 1/2 cup white sugar Directions Preheat the oven to  325 degrees F (162 degrees C). To make the filling: Whisk 1 cup sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt together in a medium saucepan; stir in water, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil. Stir in butter. Place egg yolks in a small bowl and gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of hot sugar mixture. Whisk egg yolk mixture back into remaining sugar mixture. Bring to a boil and continue to cook while stirring constantly until thick. Remove from heat; pour filling into baked pastry shell. To mak

🥗Caprese Grilled Chicken Lunch Bowl with Avocado🥗 Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: 🍗 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🥄 2 tablespoons olive oil 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste 🌿 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 🍅 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🧀 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved 🥑 1 avocado 🥬 4 cups lettuce leaves (Romaine or mixed greens) For the Dressing: 🍶 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 🥄 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 🍯 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Prepare the Grilled Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips. Create the Base: Arrange lettuce leaves on two serving bowls. Assemble the Bowl: Place sliced grilled chicken on top of the lettuce leaves.

Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese Ingredients: 1 pound elbow macaroni 4 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 3 cups milk 1 cup heavy cream 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and black pepper to taste 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in cheddar and Gruyere cheese until melted. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni. Transfer to a baking dish. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 610 kcal | Servings: 6 Sent from AOL on Android

Clam Cataplana 🍲 Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients: 🐚 2 lbs (about 1 kg) fresh clams, cleaned 🌱 1/2 lb (225g) vegan sausage 🧅 1 large onion, finely chopped 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced 🌶️ 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 🌶️ 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced 🍅 1 can (14 oz/400g) diced tomatoes 🌱 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil 🌶️ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste Instructions: Clean the Clams: Soak clams in cold water for about 1 hour to remove any sand. Scrub the shells with a brush and discard any open or damaged ones. Sauté vegan Sausage: In a cataplana or large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add vegan sausage or chorizo substitute slices and sauté until they release their flavorful oils. Add Aromatics: Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the vegan sausage. Sauté until onions are translucent. Bell Peppers and Tomatoes: Stir in the sliced red and yellow bell peppers. Cook until they start to soften.

🍓🍯 Strawberry Sauce Recipe 🍋🌿 Ingredients: 1 lb Strawberries, rinsed, hulled, and thickly sliced 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 Tbsp lemon juice (from 1/2 Lemon) Directions: Prepare Strawberries: Rinse, hull, and thickly slice the strawberries. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Mix Well: Gently toss the strawberries with the sugar and lemon juice until the sugar is dissolved and coats the strawberries. Macerate: Allow the strawberry mixture to macerate for about 15-20 minutes. This process enhances the natural juices of the strawberries. Mash or Blend (Optional): For a smoother sauce, you can use a fork to mash the strawberries slightly or use a blender to achieve your desired consistency. Adjust Sweetness (Optional): Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if needed, depending on your preference and the natural sweetness of the strawberries. Chill (Optional): For a refreshing sa

Golden Crispy Fried Shrimp 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 large eggs, beaten 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Salt and black pepper to taste Vegetable oil, for frying Directions: Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Dredge the shrimp in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and then coat with panko breadcrumbs. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 375°F (190°C). Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and serve hot. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 6 minutes | Total Time: 21 minutes Kcal: 300 kcal | Servings: 4 servings Sent from AOL on Android

🥗 Chicken, Cranberry, Pecan Salad Wraps 🌯 Preparation Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 (Approximately 380 calories per serving) Ingredients: 🍗 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded 🍇 1/2 cup dried cranberries 🌰 1/2 cup pecans, chopped 🌿 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped 🥣 1/2 cup mayonnaise 🧄 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste 🌯 4 large whole wheat or spinach tortillas 🌱 Fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: Cook and shred the chicken beforehand. You can use leftover rotisserie chicken for added flavor. Mix the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, and finely chopped celery. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and garlic powder until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Combine and Toss: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss until everything is well coated. Assemble the Wraps: Lay out the tortillas and place a generous portion of the chicken salad mixture in the cent

Salisbury Steak 🥩🍄🍝 Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients: For Salisbury Steak: 🥩 1.5 lbs ground beef 🍞 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 🧅 1/4 cup finely chopped onions 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced 🥛 1/4 cup milk 🥚 1 egg 🍲 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste For Sautéed Mushrooms and Onions: 🍄 2 cups sliced mushrooms 🧅 1 large onion, thinly sliced 🧈 2 tbsp butter 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste For Pasta: 🍝 8 oz fettuccine pasta 🧂 Salt for boiling For Corn: 🌽 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen) 🧈 2 tbsp butter 🧂 Salt to taste For Gravy: 🥩 2 cups beef broth 🍚 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: - Salisbury Steak: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onions, minced garlic, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Divide the mixture and shape into oval patties. - In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter. Add sliced mushrooms and onions to the skil

🧄🌿Garlic Mushrooms 🌿🧄 🕒 Preparation Time: 10 minutes 🔥 Cooking Time: 15 minutes 🍽 Servings: 4 Ingredients: 🍄 1 pound (450g) button mushrooms, cleaned and halved 🧈 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 🧄 4 cloves garlic, minced 🌿 1 teaspoon dried thyme 🌿 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste 🌱 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 🌿1 tablespoon olive oil Instructions: Step 1: Prep the Mushrooms Clean the mushrooms thoroughly and halve them. Step 2: Garlic Butter Sauce In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Step 3: Sauté Mushrooms Add mushrooms to the pan and cook until they start to brown. Step 4: Develop Flavors Sprinkle dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Drizzle olive oil for added richness. Continue cooking until mushrooms are tender and golden brown. Step 5: Garnish and Serve Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the mushrooms. Toss everything together and adjust seasoning if needed. 🍽 E

Big Mac Salad Ingredients: 1½ pounds lean ground beef 6 cups chopped iceberg lettuce 1½ cups shredded Colby jack cheese 1 cup diced Roma tomatoes 1 cup sliced red onion ½ cup diced dill pickles Thousand Island dressing Directions: Add the chopped lettuce to an extra-large serving bowl. Sprinkle the cooked ground beef over the lettuce. Add shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, sliced onion, and diced dill pickles over the beef. Toss to combine. Drizzle with Thousand Island dressing to taste. Serve immediately. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 323 kcal | Servings: 8 servings Sent from AOL on Android

Pot Roast Dinner 🍽️ Preparation Time:⏱️ 15 minutes Cooking Time:⏱️ 2.5 - 3 hours Servings: 🍽️ 6-8 Ingredients: 🧄 1 head garlic 🌱 Olive oil for drizzling 🌿 Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, oregano) 🧂 Sea salt and black pepper, to taste 🌱 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed 🥔 1 pound baby potatoes, halved 🥕 1 cup baby carrots 🥩 3-4 pound beef chuck roast 🌰 1/4 cup olive oil (for seasoning) Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Cut the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle olive oil over the garlic, wrap it in foil, and roast for 40-45 minutes until soft and golden. Allow to cool. Prepare Roast: Rub the beef chuck roast with 1/4 cup olive oil, ensuring it's well-coated. Generously season with sea salt and black pepper. Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs over the roast. Sear the Roast: Heat a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned for about 3-4 minutes per side. Add Roasted Garlic: Squeeze the roasted ga