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Speedy Strawberry Shortcake
This quick strawberry shortcake is a delightful, fruity treat. Done in no time, it's a perfect last-minute dessert.
Ingredients: 2 shortcakes 1 cup strawberries 1 cup whipped creamInstructions: Slice the strawberries and layer them on the shortcakes.
Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream before serving.
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Noontide Nosh Greek Salad
Find refreshment in the heart of the day with Noontide Nosh Greek Salad. The medley of juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta is as refreshing and satisfying as a noontide breeze.
Ingredients 2 tomatoes, chopped 1 cucumber, chopped 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to ...Read more
Daytime Dazzle Shrimp Scampi
Light up your day with Daytime Dazzle Shrimp Scampi. The tender shrimp sautéed in a garlicky butter sauce is as dazzling and satisfying as a bright daytime sky.
Ingredients 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons butter 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste Lemon wedges for servingInstructions ...Read more
Noonlight Nibble Tomato Bruschetta
Experience the simplicity of the midday sun with Noonlight Nibble Tomato Bruschetta. The juicy tomatoes on crunchy toasted bread is as straightforward and delightful as the clear noon light.
Ingredients 4 slices of bread 2 tomatoes, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced Olive oil for drizzling Salt and pepper to tasteInstruction...Read more
Quirky Quail Egg Toast
Inject some gourmet flair into your breakfast with this elegant toast. Quirky Quail Egg Toast is a testament to the joy of simple luxury.
Ingredients Bread Quail eggs Truffle saltInstructions Toast the bread to your liking.
Cook the quail eggs to your preference and place them on the toast.
Finish with a ...Read more
This lamb is fall-off-the-bone tender and deeply flavorful
Braising lamb shanks turns this richly flavored but tough cut of meat meltingly tender. However, the high fat content of lamb all too often leads to a greasy sauce. We avoid this pitfall by trimming the shanks well and then browning them before adding liquid to get a head start on rendering their fat. We also de-fat the braising liquid after the...Read more
Starlit Symphony Strawberry Shortcake
Experience the symphony of a starlit night with this divine strawberry shortcake. As delightful and refreshing as a star-studded sky, this dessert is a melodic blend of juicy strawberries and fluffy shortcakes.
Ingredients 1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced 1/4 cup sugar 8 ready-made shortcakes Whipped cream for ...Read more
Winter Solstice Chocolate Fondue
Indulge in the luxurious comfort of Winter Solstice Chocolate Fondue. Rich, melted chocolate paired with your choice of dippable delights creates a dessert as inviting and comforting as a warm fireside on a winter night.
Ingredients 200g of dark chocolate 1 cup of heavy cream A selection of fruit and marshmallows for ...Read more
Chocolate Cupcakes
When I was little, I attended a Catholic grade school. I learned about St. Nicholas Day from the nuns. I brought my new-found knowledge home to my mom and she went right along with it.
I was really into gifts (still am), so when the nuns told me you were supposed to put your shoes by the front door and gifts would appear the next morning, I was...Read more
3 recipes to help you through the busy holiday season
The holidays loom large. Parties, gift-shopping, school programs, recitals, family gatherings — there’s really no time to cook.
But there is! Here are three quick and easy recipes you can hustle to the table in 30 minutes or less. Relax, take a deep breath and know that dinner is served.
Crispy–Garlicky Sheet Pan Grilled Cheese
Serves 4...Read more
Quick Fix: Black Bean Soup
I find these busy winter days call for a thick, comforting soup. This Black Bean Soup is the answer. It’s a vegetarian meal that’s easy and quick to make.
The soup has its roots in Latin America and the Caribbean, where it is made with dried black beans. I’ve shortened the time by using canned black beans while the addition of spices ...Read more
Harvest Moon Apple Pie
Celebrate the bounty of autumn with the Harvest Moon Apple Pie. The warm, sweet aroma of baked apples and cinnamon swirling under a delicate crust is a treat that echoes the beauty of a harvest moon.
Ingredients 5 apples 1 roll of pie dough 1/2 cup of sugar 1 teaspoon of cinnamon Butter for greasingInstructions Preheat...Read more
Don't shun pinot grigio! The good versions of wines you think are bad
Eavesdrop in trendy wine bars, as I frequently do, and you hear drinkers dissing ever-popular pinot grigio as so bland and boring, lowbrow and déclassé that only those who don’t know any better would order a glass.
Or consider the image baggage of California zinfandel. One of my European friends repeats the trope that this all-American red ...Read more
Springtime Sunshine Lemon Bars
Experience the bright warmth of a spring day with these Springtime Sunshine Lemon Bars. The tartness of the lemon curd and the sweet buttery crust create a harmonious balance that's as refreshing and invigorating as the first bloom of spring flowers.
Ingredients 1 cup of flour 1/2 cup of butter 1/4 cup of sugar 1 can of ...Read more
Whimsical Watermelon Feta Salad
Here's a dish that can turn a hot, dreary summer evening into a refreshing feast. Whimsical Watermelon Feta Salad is a celebration of the season's juiciest and most vibrant produce.
Ingredients Fresh watermelon Feta cheese Fresh mint leavesInstructions Cube the watermelon and crumble the feta cheese.
Combine them ...Read more
Avocado-Banana Smoothie
Jumpstart your day with this creamy, rich, and nutrient-packed smoothie. It's a delightful blend of heart-healthy avocado and sweet banana.
Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado 1 ripe banana 1 cup almond milk 1 tbsp honey Ice cubesInstructions: Blend all the ingredients together until smooth.
Pour into a glass and ...Read more
Impressive Iberico Ham Melon Bites
Immerse yourself in a refreshing flavor voyage with these delightful bites. Impressive Iberico Ham Melon Bites are a tribute to the beauty of simplicity.
Ingredients Melon Iberico ham Mint leavesInstructions Cut the melon into bite-sized pieces.
Wrap each with a slice of Iberico ham and garnish with a mint leaf....Read more
The hard-shell taco has been an American staple for more than half a century
Commercial taco kits are convenient, but the seasoning packets taste dusty and flat and the shells are short on flavor and prone to cracking.
Frying your own shells results in great taste and texture, but the process is tedious and messy. Instead, we made tacos dorados, a Mexican preparation in which corn tortillas are stuffed with a beef ...Read more
Enchanted Evening Eton Mess
Step into an enchanted evening with this traditional Eton Mess. A jubilant jumble of crunchy meringue, whipped cream, and fresh berries, it's a taste of British summertime at any time of the year.
Ingredients 1 cup crushed meringue cookies 1 cup whipped cream 1 cup mixed berries 1 tablespoon sugarInstructions Toss the ...Read more
Mystical Matcha Ice Cream
Experience the harmony of tradition and innovation with this dessert. Mystical Matcha Ice Cream is a refreshing journey into Japanese flavours, crafted into a sweet delight.
Ingredients Matcha powder Coconut cream Maple syrupInstructions Blend the matcha powder, coconut cream, and maple syrup until smooth.
Freeze ...Read more
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