Recipes

A simple no-bake recipe for cheesecake stuffed strawberries - great for parties or a quick dessert. Ingredients 1 lb fresh strawberries 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup whipped topping or heavy cream (whipped) Graham cracker crumbs (for topping) Optional: Melted chocolate...

This authentic Vietnamese Beef Pho is a comforting and flavorful noodle soup featuring charred aromatics and delicate spices. Ingredients For the broth 2 lb beef bones (marrow or knuckle bones) 1 lb beef brisket or chuck 1 large onion, halved 1 piece ginger (about 4 inches), split lengthwise 5 star anise pods 1 cinnamo...

This indulgent treat captures the nostalgic, creamy flavor of a classic Southern banana pudding in milkshake form. Ingredients 3 large scoops vanilla bean ice cream 1 ripe banana (frozen chunks work best for thickness) 1/4 cup whole milk (adjust for desired consistency) 4-5 Nilla Wafers (plus extra for topping) 1/2 tsp...

This classic dessert combines fluffy pastry, sweet cream filling, and rich chocolate for a delightful treat. Ingredients For the pastry: 1/2 cup (120 ml) water 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter 1 tbsp sugar 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour 4 large eggs For the filling: 2 cups (480 ml) mi...

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Celebrate with this delicious frozen lime mocktail and pair it with your favorite Mexican cuisine. Ingredients 1/2 cup frozen lime concentrate (like limeade) 1 cup ginger ale (chilled) 1-2 cups ice Optional: lime slices or mint for garnish Instructions 1. Prep the blender Add the frozen lime concen...

These sweet blueberry pancakes are the perfect breakfast comfort food. Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tbsp sugar 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt 1 cup milk (or buttermilk for extra fluff) 1 egg 2 tbsp melted butter (plus more for cooking) 1 tsp vanilla extract ¾-1 cup fresh ...

These rich, flavorful truffle fries are a delicacy you can make right in your kitchen. Ingredients 3 large russet potatoes 2-3 tbsp truffle oil 2 tbsp olive oil ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1-2 cloves garlic, minced (optional) 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Salt, to taste Black pepper, to taste Instructions 1. Pr...

These baked pears are simple, elegant, and full of flavor. Ingredients 4 ripe but firm pears 4-6 oz brie cheese, rind on, cut into small cubes ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup) 2 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces 1 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional, but really go...

Dress up a soda of your choice for a quick and tasty pick-me-up! Ingredients 1 cup soda (Coke, Dr Pepper, Sprite, etc.) 2-3 tbsp flavored syrup (coconut, vanilla, raspberry, etc.) 2 tbsp half-and-half or heavy cream Juice of ½ lime (optional but common) Ice Instructions 1. Prep the soda Fill a glass with ice and...

These rich, gooey chocolate lava cakes take under 30 minutes to make and add a decadent sweet to your day. Ingredients 4 oz (115g) semi-sweet chocolate 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 1 cup powdered sugar 2 whole eggs 2 egg yolks 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Pinch of salt Butter + cocoa powder (for...

These lamb chops are super simple and super flavorful--great for a weeknight dinner. Ingredients 6-8 lamb chops 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried) 1 tbsp fresh thyme (optional) Salt & black pepper (to taste) 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp lemon juice Instructions 1. Season the lam...

This classic, homemade lemonade is crisp and refreshing. Ingredients 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons) 1 cup sugar 4 cups cold water Ice Optional: lemon slices for garnish Instructions 1. Make a simple syrup In a small saucepan, combine the sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium, stirring until...

This crunchy dessert combines two delicious tastes--fruit and sugar. Ingredients Fresh fruit (strawberries, grapes, blueberries, mandarin segments, etc.) 1 cup sugar ½ cup water Skewers (wooden sticks) Instructions 1. Prep the fruit Wash and dry the fruit completely, then thread it onto the skewers. 2. Make the ...

This traditional sauerkraut is a classic topping for hot dogs, sandwiches and more. Ingredients 1 medium green cabbage (about 2-2.5 lbs) 1-1½ tbsp non-iodized salt (sea salt or kosher) Instructions 1. Prep the cabbage Remove outer leaves, then finely shred the cabbage. Set aside a clean outer leaf for later. 2. ...

These chicken gyros make for a delicious and flavorful meal. Ingredients For the chicken: 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs 3 tbsp olive oil Juice of 1 lemon 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp dried oregano 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp cumin ½ tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper For the tzatziki sauce: 1 cup pla...

A quick, easy and healthy go-to snack. Ingredients 12 oz frozen edamame (in pods) 1-2 tbsp salt Water Instructions 1. Boil water Bring a pot of water to a boil and add about 1 tablespoon of salt. 2. Cook edamame Add frozen edamame and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender. 3. Drain & season Drain and sprinkle with more...

This nostalgic dessert is super easy to make--and fun to eat! Ingredients 1 package (14-16 oz) chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix 2 cups cold milk 8 oz cream cheese, softened ¼ cup butter, softened 1 cup powdered sugar 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawe...

This restaurant-style pasta is packed with protein and flavor. Ingredients For the pasta & proteins: 8 oz of your favorite style of pasta 1 lb steak (ribeye, sirloin, or strip), cut into bite-size pieces ½ lb shrimp, peeled & deveined Salt & black pepper 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp garlic powder For the sauc...

You can whip up this creamy, flavorful roasted red pepper hummus in about 10 minutes, and it's great as a snack with pita, carrots or other dippers. Ingredients 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade) 1/4 cup tahini 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh is best) 1-2 clove...

This fresh and flavorful recipe for Mediterranean wraps is great for lunch, meal prep, or a light dinner. Ingredients For the wraps: 4 large tortillas or flatbreads (like pita or lavash) 2 cups cooked chicken (grilled or rotisserie), sliced(or substitute chickpeas for a vegetarian option) 1 cup chopped romaine or spina...