Thursday, November 14, 2024

Celery Root Fennel Soup



Celery Root Fennel Soup is made with celery root, fennel, garlic, and broth. It is creamy and full of flavor, and it is low in carbs. This soup is thick and warm, and it's great for cold days or as a light lunch or dinner. Put some fresh thyme leaves on top to make it taste even better!

Ingredients:

  • 1 large celery root, peeled and diced
  • 1 fennel bulb, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish optional

Instructions:

In a big pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat

Cut up the celery root and add it along with the chopped fennel and minced garlic

Cook the vegetables for 5 to 7 minutes, until they get soft

Bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil in the pot

Turn down the heat and let it simmer for twenty to twenty-five minutes, or until the celery root is soft

Blend the soup until it's smooth with an immersion blender

You could also put the soup in a blender and blend it in small amounts until it is smooth

Add the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste

Add 5 more minutes of cooking and keep going until everything is hot

If you want, you can serve the soup hot with fresh thyme leaves on top


Sunday, November 10, 2024

Strawberries & Cream Trifle Parfait



Enjoy the layers of fresh strawberries, fluffy angel food cake, and rich whipped cream in this delicious parfait. A delicious treat for any event!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup angel food cake, cubed
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam
  • Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

In a bowl, whip the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form

In serving glasses or jars, layer sliced strawberries at the bottom

Add a layer of angel food cake cubes on top of the strawberries

Spoon a dollop of whipped cream over the cake layer

Drizzle strawberry jam over the cream layer

Repeat the layers until the glass is filled, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top

Garnish with additional sliced strawberries and mint leaves

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving


Friday, November 8, 2024

Beef and Veggie Sloppy Joes Grilled Cheese



A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, combining the flavors of beef and veggie sloppy joes with gooey cheddar cheese. It's a satisfying and hearty meal!

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced zucchini
  • 1/2 cup diced mushrooms
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 slices of bread
  • 8 slices of cheddar cheese
  • Butter for grilling

Instructions:

Put the ground beef in a pan and cook it over medium-low heat until it turns brown

Get rid of extra fat

Dice the onion, bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms and add them to the pan with the cooked beef

Make sure the vegetables are soft

Plus salt and pepper

Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, tomato sauce, ketchup, and brown sugar

Let it cook on low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it gets thick

Each piece of bread should have one side brushed with butter

Put a piece of cheddar cheese on each of the four slices of bread that didn't have butter on it

Place a big spoonful of the sloppy joe meat and vegetable mix on top of the cheese

Put another piece of cheddar cheese on top, and then put another piece of bread with the buttery side facing out on top of that

Put the pan on medium heat and grill each sandwich for three to four minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese melts

Grilled Cheese with Beef and Vegetable Sloppy Joes is great when served hot


Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Hashigo Sushi



Fresh sushi-grade fish, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber are rolled in seasoned sushi rice and nori seaweed to make the delicious Hashigo Sushi. It's a perfect balance of tastes and textures.

Ingredients:

  • 300g sushi rice
  • 4 sheets nori seaweed
  • 200g fresh sushi-grade fish e
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  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, julienned
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Soy sauce, for serving
  • Wasabi, for serving
  • Pickled ginger, for serving

Instructions:

Cook sushi rice according to package instructions

In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt

Heat until sugar and salt dissolve

Let cool

Spread cooked rice onto nori seaweed sheets, leaving a small border around the edges

Place slices of fish, avocado, and cucumber along one edge of the nori

Roll the nori tightly around the filling, using a bamboo mat if available

Moisten the edge of the nori to seal the roll

Slice the sushi rolls into bite-sized pieces

Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger


Monday, November 4, 2024

Crockpot Catalina Chicken



This Crockpot Catalina Chicken recipe is very simple to make; it only takes 5 minutes to get everything ready. When you mix Catalina dressing, soy sauce, and honey together, you get a sweet and sour sauce that goes perfectly on the tender chicken breasts while they cook slowly in the crockpot.

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Catalina salad dressing
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

Soy sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, ground ginger, and black pepper should all be mixed together in a bowl

Put chicken breasts in the crock pot

Spread the dressing over the chicken

When the chicken is done, cover it and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours

Warm it up and serve it with your favorite sides


Friday, November 1, 2024

3-Way Party Fajitas Kebab Recipe



These 3-Way Party Fajitas Kebabs are a tasty and fun take on regular fajitas. On skewers, they put marinated chicken, bell peppers, and onions for a colorful and tasty meal that's great for a party or barbecue. Put them on the grill and enjoy the taste of fajitas on a stick!

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 pound bell peppers, assorted colors, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 pound red onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 12 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine the chicken, bell peppers, and red onions

In a separate bowl, mix the olive oil, fajita seasoning, and lime juice

Pour the marinade over the chicken and vegetables, tossing to coat evenly

Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat

Thread the marinated chicken, bell peppers, and onions onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between ingredients

Place the kebabs on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are charred and tender

Remove the kebabs from the grill and sprinkle with chopped cilantro

Serve hot and enjoy!


Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Frittata Pizza



Enjoy the delicious fusion of a classic Italian frittata with the flavors of a pizza. This Frittata Pizza is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup diced onions
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat

Add the onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms to the skillet and saut until they are tender, about 5 minutes

Pour the egg mixture over the sauted vegetables in the skillet

Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, black olives, pepperoni, and diced tomatoes evenly over the eggs

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the frittata is set and the edges are golden brown

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes

Slice the frittata into wedges like a pizza, and serve hot


Celery Root Fennel Soup

Celery Root Fennel Soup is made with celery root, fennel, garlic, and broth. It is creamy and...