This classic dessert recipe delivers a rich, moist chocolate cupcake stuffed with delicious cherry pie filling and topped with homemade vanilla whipped cream. Add a cherry and chopped chocolate to the top to make these cupcakes, truly gourmet. Servings 12 Ingredients For the Cupcake 3 ounces semi sweet chocolate , finely chopped 1/3 cup unsweetened … Read more
These Mini Strawberry Pies with a graham cracker crust are the perfect spring or summer dessert. They are so easy to make with just a few ingredients, and they make the prettiest fruit dessert for parties and picnics. Yield: 12 mini pies Ingredients 1 cup water 3/4 cup sugar 2 Tablespoons cornstarch 1 – 3 … Read more
The texture is outstanding! Make sure not to over-bake them if you want super soft cookies. If you prefer a little bit of a crispy texture, no problem just bake them a little bit longer! Yield: 24 cookies Ingredients 3/4 cup butter 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg, plus 1 yolk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 … Read more
My favorite recipe for Swedish meatballs nuzzled in a simple yet creamy brown gravy! Just like IKEA but only better. It’s so good you’ll wanna slurp it through a straw! YIELD: 5-7 PEOPLE (MAKES 18-22 MEATBALLS) INGREDIENTS: 1 small onion, finely chopped 5 tablespoons butter 2 slices of bread (torn into small pieces) 3 tablespoons … Read more
Indulgently rich and fudgy homemade mocha brownies layered with white chocolate chip-studded cheesecake! yield: 16 BROWNIES Ingredients: 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter 8 ounces (228g) coarsely chopped quality semi-sweet chocolate 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar 3 large eggs, at room temperature 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 cup + 2 Tablespoons (80g) all-purpose flour (spoon … Read more
This Cheesy Broccoli Casserole has tender broccoli smothered in a rich and creamy cheddar cheesy sauce and topped with crushed butter crackers. This is one Thanksgiving side dish that is sure to please them all! YIELD: 6 -8 servings INGREDIENTS 2 ½ pounds broccoli florets, roughly chopped (7-8 cups) ¼ cup flour ¼ butter 1 … Read more
Homemade scalloped potatoes with goat cheese, garlic and rosemary. Creamy and cheesy with a crispy Parmesan topping, this recipe is easy and impressive! YIELD: Serves 6 Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds small Yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed with peels on* 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 cloves minced garlic 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black … Read more
Potatoes Au Gratin are a dinnertime staple around here! Tender potato and onion slices smothered in a quick cheesy sauce and baked until golden. Potatoes are a dinnertime staple for good reason! They are versatile and there are so many ways to prepare them! Au Gratin Potatoes is a family favorite recipe in my home! … Read more
Vietnamese healthy spring rolls with creamy peanut butter sauce are a perfect treat to yourself at home. Filled with fresh veggies, noodles, fresh herbs like mint and lightly sautéed shrimp that create a flavorful healthy combo for lunch or dinner. It is an easy 30 min recipe and these spring rolls are so delicious that … Read more
Making Bread in a Bag is going to become a favorite activity! Little kids and big kids alike will love making their own loaf of bread. Be sure to check out Ice Cream in a Bag too! Servings: 2 mini loaves or 1 full size loaf Ingredients 3 C all purpose flour divided 3 Tbsp … Read more