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04/13/2025

4 different tasty and EASY ways to make Fried Rice at home!

06/29/2024

Snickerdoodle Cobbler 🍪
A luscious cobbler that combines the warm spices of snickerdoodles with the sweetness of apple pie, topped with a drizzle of caramel.

Ingredients :

1 package Snickerdoodle Cookie Mix
½ cup butter
1 egg
1 can apple pie filling
3 tbsp caramel topping

Instructions :

Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a mixing bowl, combine the Snickerdoodle Cookie Mix, butter, and egg until well mixed. Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with cooking spray, and distribute half of the cookie dough in small spoonfuls across the bottom of the pan.
Evenly sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar packet (usually included with the cookie mix) over the dough. Spread the apple pie filling over this layer. Drop the remaining cookie dough in spoonfuls over the apple pie filling, and sprinkle with the rest of the cinnamon sugar. Finish by drizzling caramel topping over everything.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly. Serve warm or allow to cool slightly. For an extra touch of decadence, top with additional caramel if desired.

Additional Information
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 9 servings

Nutrition Facts: Calories: 280, Carbs: 42g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 12g, Sat Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 35mg, Sodium: 200mg, Potassium: 75mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 24g, Vitamin A: 150IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 20mg, Iron: 0.9mg

06/29/2024

Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks

Ingredients:
FOR THE SUSHI RICE:
1 cup uncooked short-grained rice, well rinsed
2 cups water
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
FOR THE AVOCADO AND CUCUMBER LAYER:
1 cup avocado, mashed
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt to taste
FOR THE SPICY SHRIMP:
1/2 pound cooked shrimp, diced
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sriracha
FOR THE STACKS:
4 teaspoons furikake

Directions:
For the Sushi Rice: Bring the rice and water to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, covered, until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. Let it cool slightly. Gently fold the mixture of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt into the rice.
For the Avocado and Cucumber Layer: Mix the mashed avocado, diced cucumber, lime juice, and salt.
For the Spicy Shrimp: Mix the diced shrimp with mayonnaise and sriracha.
For the Stacks: Place the rice into stack guides, pat down lightly, top with the avocado and cucumber mixture, followed by the shrimp mixture, and sprinkle with furikake.

06/29/2024

Texas Roadhouse Style Rattlesnake Bites
These Rattlesnake Bites are an absolute must-try! 😍🌶️ They're crispy on the outside, cheesy and spicy on the inside. Perfect for any get-together!

Ingredients:

2 cups pepper jack cheese, shredded
3 jalapenos, seeds removed and finely diced
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 1/2 cups fine breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Vegetable oil for frying

Directions:

Step 1: Prepare the Filling
Start by mixing the shredded pepper jack cheese and finely diced jalapenos in a medium bowl. Form this spicy, cheesy mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Pop them into the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Step 2: Set Up Your Breading Station
While your cheese balls are freezing, set up your breading station with three shallow bowls:
All-purpose flour.
Eggs and milk, whisked together.
Breadcrumbs mixed with cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
Step 3: Bread the Bites
Once the cheese balls are nice and firm, it's time to bread them. Dip each cheese ball into the flour first, then the egg mixture, and finally roll them in the breadcrumb mixture. For an extra crispy bite, repeat the egg and breadcrumb steps.
Step 4: Fry the Bites
Heat up your vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the breaded cheese balls in batches for 2-3 minutes or until they're golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 5: Serve
Serve your delicious rattlesnake bites hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Ranch or a spicy aioli work perfectly! Enjoy these spicy, cheesy delights!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes (plus freezing time)
Calories: 150 kcal per serving
Servings: Makes about 20 bites

06/29/2024

Crustless Spinach and Feta Quiche
Delightful Spinach and Feta Quiche Sans Crust
Ingredients:

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish with a bit of olive oil.
In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and heavy cream. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Add the crumbled feta cheese, cooled spinach mixture, and grated Parmesan to the egg mixture. Stir to combine.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and the top is golden brown.
Allow the quiche to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes

Kcal: 250 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings

06/29/2024

Creamy Hamburger Potato Soup
An utterly comforting treat! The combination of robust potatoes, savory hamburger, and velvety broth forms a deeply gratifying dish. Ideal for cozying up on chilly evenings. An absolute culinary essential!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 medium white onion, diced
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 6 cups peeled & diced Russet potatoes
- 2 cups of your favorite frozen vegetables
- 3 tsp dried basil
- 2 tsp dried parsley flakes
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
Instructions:
1. In a skillet, brown the ground beef, onions, and garlic until cooked through. Drain excess grease.
2. Transfer the beef mixture to a crockpot or stockpot.
3. Add potatoes, broth, vegetables, basil, and parsley to the pot.
4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours in the crockpot or simmer on the stove until the potatoes are tender.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk cornstarch into the milk until smooth. Add this mixture to the soup.
6. Stir in the cubed Velveeta cheese until melted and well incorporated.
7. Once done, serve and enjoy!

06/29/2024

Homemade Peach Jam
Ingredients:
3 cups peeled finely diced fresh ripe peaches
1 & 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup water
1 & 3/4 ounce (1 box) SURE-JELL fruit pectin
Directions:
Place diced peaches, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and water in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat slightly and cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Sprinkle in the fruit pectin, stirring until dissolved and continuing to boil for 1 minute. Reduce heat to low and stir for 1 more minute.
Mash the mixture with a potato masher, or handheld immersion blender, until desired consistency is reached.
Ladle the jam into 8 ounce glass canning jars, leaving a 1/2-inch clearance from the top.
Allow to cool for 1 hour. Seal with the lid and place in the refrigerator overnight to solidify

06/29/2024

06/29/2024

Cheesy Spinach-Artichoke Bagels

Ingredients :

8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/2 c. finely chopped artichoke hearts
1/2 c. finely chopped spinach
1 c. shredded mozzarella, divided
1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan
1 garlic clove, minced
1 Tbsp. chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 bagels, halved

Directions :

Preheat oven to 350° and line a medium cooking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, artichoke hearts, spinach, 2/3 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper and stir to combine.
Place bagels cut side up on baking sheet and spread each with spinach-and-artichoke mixture. Top with remaining mozzarella. Bake until bagels are warmed through and cheese is melty, 10 to 12 minutes. Broil if desired.
Garnish with more parsley and red pepper flakes, and serve.