Month: August 2023

No One Will Know It Only Took 5 Minutes To Prep

Picture this: A lazy Sunday where you indulge in the aroma of slow-cooked beef without breaking a sweat. Let’s make it a reality! This recipe celebrates the luxury of time while demanding just a dash of effort. Prepare to be amazed by a beef dish so sumptuous, it’s as if you toiled all day, when in truth, it only took 5 minutes of prep!
The secret lies in tender beef chuck roast, which simmers in a savory concoction of beef broth, balsamic vinegar, and a sprinkle of aromatic herbs and spices. The outcome? An enthralling feast that pairs wonderfully with green beans and buttery mashed potatoes or even atop a rustic slice of bread.
Effortless Balsamic Beef Delight
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

2 pounds beef chuck roast

1 cup beef broth

2 garlic cloves, finely minced

4 tablespoons brown sugar

½ cup balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Nestle the beef chuck roast inside a generously greased slow cooker.

Whisk together beef broth, garlic, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Once combined, drench the beef with this aromatic elixir.

Seal your slow cooker and let time do its magic. Set it on high for 4 hours, or opt for a prolonged simmer at low for 6-8 hours.

Once the beef has absorbed all those flavors and turned succulent, fish it out and shred with two forks. Submerge it back into the ambrosial juices in the slow cooker, ensuring each strand is soaked in flavor.

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How To Make Twix Cookies

Twix Cookies taste like classic candy bar in cookie form! Crispy wafers are covered in  swirl of caramel and milk chocolate in this recipe.
These cookies are inspired by the satisfying blend of flavors of a twix bar. Crunchy, sweet and crunchy, Twix cookies are a great experience for kids and adults!
Reasons You’ll Love These Twix Cookies:
Homemade Twix Bar – These cookies pop when you crave a candy Twix bar!
EASY TO MAKE – It takes no more effort than a regular shortbread cookie recipe with amazing results.
Chocolate Caramel Cookies – If you like the combination of caramel and milk chocolate, these Twix cookies are for you!
Kid-Friendly Dessert – No child can miss chocolate covered wafer cookies. They would make a fun after school snack or dessert to share after dinner.

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
salt 1/2 teaspoon
20-24 mini Twix, unwrapped and halved

Preparation: how to make Twix cookies:

Preheat oven to 175 degrees C. Putting parchment paper on baking sheet.

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I Swear When I Make This Dish, The Entire Family Goes Into A Frenzy

Savor the harmonious blend of succulent chicken, aromatic herbs, and vibrant bell peppers in this delightful casserole. Crowned with a layer of melted cheese, this dish is sure to win over hearts at any dinner table. Whether it’s a regular weeknight or a special occasion, this comforting meal is always a hit.

The recipe’s inception was during a memorable time – our housewarming. Wanting to create something that would stand out, I chanced upon this combination, and the reception was overwhelming. Now, it’s an oft-repeated favorite, gathering praise with every serving. Here’s how you can recreate this delectable dish:

Herb-infused Chicken & Bell Peppers Casserole

Ingredients:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper, to preference
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
3 tbsp olive oil
Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for a touch of garnish

Procedure:

Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F.
Take a spacious bowl and merge chicken breasts, garlic, paprika, oregano, a hint of salt and pepper, and olive oil. Stir until the chicken is uniformly seasoned.
Introduce the colorful bell pepper slices to the chicken mixture, giving it another good stir.
Transfer this mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish, ensuring an even spread.
Lavishly sprinkle the top with cheddar and parmesan cheese.
Allow it to bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese has achieved a molten, golden state.
Once done, pull out of the oven and adorn with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Serve promptly and let the rich, cheesy flavors melt in your mouth.

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How To Make GOOEY OOEY BARS

A dessert that strikes the perfect balance: moist yet fluffy, sticky with just the right hint of crunch. Sweetened to delight, but not overwhelmingly so – the essence of what a treat should encapsulate.

At first glance, these bars may seem like ordinary confections. But a single bite reveals a flavor that’s nothing short of captivating. They are the quintessential accompaniment to potlucks, picnics, and social gatherings.

It’s a delightful paradox when something so uncomplicated tastes so luxurious. The beauty of these bars lies in their simplicity. With minimal effort and using staples likely found in your pantry, you can whip up a batch that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy every bite!

Ingredients:

For the Base (Dandruff Layer):

1 box of unprepared dry yellow cake mix

8 tablespoons of melted butter

1 egg

For the Sticky Layer:

8 oz. soft cream cheese

2 eggs, whipped

16 oz. powdered sugar

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How To Make Cheese Chicken Nuggets

These amazing donuts feature tender and juicy chicken, mozzarella and cheddar cheese and an array of spices to give them tons of delicious flavour!  Serve it as an appetizer, on a sandwich wrap, or as a main course! Easy, fast, and a guaranteed family favorite!
If you’re looking for the perfect, two-piece, quick and easy recipe that everyone loves, look no further than these chicken nuggets.
It’s made with boneless, skinless chicken breast, mozzarella, Parmesan, and lots of spices and seasonings to give it lots of flavour!

Chicken nuggets ingredients:1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts (3 large)

2 large eggs
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, cornstarch, or gluten-free potato starch
4 ounces mozzarella (1 1/3 cups grated)
1 1/2 tsp chopped fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons very light olive oil, for frying (or any high-heat cooking oil)

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How To Make Baked Garlic Parmesan Fries

You will never want to buy fries anywhere else after you see how easy and delicious they come out at home! You can actually taste the potatoes and not the bread crumbs, oil, and salt. Add any other spices of your choice.

Baked Garlic Parmesan Fries are the perfect side dish for any meal! They are crispy, flavorful, and easy to make. Best of all, they can be baked in the oven, so you don’t have to worry about frying them.

The submitter was right, these should come with a warning: “Highly Addictive”! These were awesome! And they’re perfect for when you want french fries withou the “fry”! I added a bit of dried crushed rosemary to the mix and since I didn’t have fresh parsley I had to substitute a bit of dried. These smelled great in the oven and tasted even better! When finished I seasoned them with Parmesan and instead of the seasoned salt I opted for a bit of sea salt. These were the perfect side dish for grilled burgers! Thanks for a great recipe Sarah! One I’m sure we’ll make again and again…

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon garlic, minced very fine

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 large (russet) baking potatoes, 12 ounces each or 1½ pounds total

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

½ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste

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How To Make Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken

Chicken with Garlic and Brown Sugar is my husband’s favorite Chinese dish. In real, when we go out to a chinese restaurant, he doesn’t even have to look at the menu. He always orders General Tso’s chicken and sweet and sour soup.

At almost any Chinese or take-out buffet, you’ll find chicken with garlic and brown sugar on the menu. But would you be surprised to know that this on-the-go staple is super easy to make in your own kitchen? Ever since I found this recipe a few months ago, he’s been asking me to try it.

This easy garlic chicken recipe will have you wanting to make it over and over again, and wondering how just three basic ingredients can make such a delicious meal.

The best and easiest chicken ever, baked to crisp-tender perfection along with the most amazing sweet garlic sauce!

Ingredients:

8 chicken thighs or 8 chicken thighs

50g brown cane sugar or brown sugar

4 garlic cloves, chopped

3 tbsp. to s. soft butter

2 tbsp. to s. chopped parsley

1 C. to s. honey

0.5 tsp. to c. dried oregano

0.25 c. to c. dried thyme

0.25 c. to c. dried basil

Salt or fine salt

Pepper

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How To Make Snickerdoodle Muffins Recipe

My kids love these muffins.
-Too dense and very bland. If I make these again, I will add cinnamon sugar and more milk to the batter.
– made these last night, i did add a bit extra cinnamon and i added pecans as well. my kids loved them!! i also put the oats through my food processor to make then more like flour.. they turned out awesome!!!
-Thanks for the recipe, Robyn. I didn’t have any problems following it.

I really like these muffins. They’re great plain, with a little streusel-like layer of cinnamon/sugar and chopped toasted pecans in the center and a baked topping of the same mixture. An icing glaze drizzled on while they’re still warm is nice too.

I use almond milk or coconut milk instead of dairy milk and it works just fine. My oatmeal is old-fashioned organic and it tends to be a bit thick, so I gave it a few pulses in the food processor.

This recipe works well with variations. A now-closed muffin shop in my town used to make oatmeal-peach muffins that were delicious and addictive. The second time I made these I added about a cup of chopped frozen peaches (thawed before chopping of course). They were wonderful and made the muffins more moist. I think the recipe would also be good with apples, blackberries, raspberries, bananas or mangoes but I haven’t tried them yet.

Self-rising flour isn’t readily available in all parts of the country and probably not at all in foreign countries, so it’s not a universal ingredient. That might be why there are so many questions about it. I don’t think I’ve ever seen it in the stores where I live because of altitude.

Ingredients:

For The Muffin:
½ cup softened unsalted butter
⅔ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup milk
¼ cup sour cream
1⅔ cups all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
For Topping:
3 tablespoons melted butter
⅓ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

How To Make Snickerdoodle Muffins Recipe:

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How To Make Chicken Pot Pie Bake

If chicken pot pie excites you but pie crust intimidates you, you’ve arrived at the perfect recipe. Classic chicken pot pie filling is baked into a stress-free casserole, and best of all, topped with buttery biscuits for that tantalizing golden brown finish. In a little more than an hour, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing casserole on your hands—no pie crust required. Here’s how to make it the best it can be:

How to make the best chicken pot pie casserole:
The key to this casserole is taking your time to sweat the veggies, and ensure you get a bit of color on them. This will add a layer of flavor complexity that really shows up in the final dish. If you have fresh peas on hand then feel free to use those, but we’re a big fan of frozen peas because they’re available year round.

Tip: If your biscuits are having trouble cooking, add on a few more minutes at the end to ensure they’re cooked through. We suggest not using extremely thick biscuits to avoid a longer cook time.

Storage.

If you have any leftovers, store in the fridge in an airtight container for around 3 days. Keep in mind that as time goes on, the biscuits will start to lean more on the soggy side. For the crispiest biscuit topping possible, enjoy this casserole the day of.

Made this? Let us know how it went in the comment section below!

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp. butter
  • 3  medium carrots, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 3 stalks celery, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1½ cups)
  • 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt, divided
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 2 c. whole milk
  • 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth

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Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe

This baked salmon in foil and its garlic butter sauce makes for an amazingly tasty dinner. The salmon recipe of your dreams!

Baked Salmon in Foil Recipe – Whip up this quick and easy salmon recipe tonight! Salmon and asparagus are baked together with a rich buttery sauce in individual foil packs. The bright lemon flavors pair perfectly with butter, and garlic adds a pungent touch to this wonderful care-free dinner. This is THE baked salmon recipe of your dreams! Low-carb, paleo, gluten-free, and keto-friendly – Enjoy!

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound (450g) salmon fillets, divided
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon of your favorite hot sauce (we used Sriracha)
  • 4 teaspoons minced garlic (4 cloves)
  • Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3-4 tablespoons butter, diced into small cubes (or ghee)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley or cilantro
  • 1 lb (450g) medium-thick asparagus, woody ends trimmed

Directions:

1. To prepare the oven-baked salmon in foil packs: Preheat your oven to 425ºF (220ºC). Cut 2 sheets of 14 by 12-inch (35 x 30 cm) heavy-duty aluminum foil, then lay each piece separately on the countertop. Combine broth, lemon juice, and hot sauce in a small bowl.

2. Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and divide the salmon onto the aluminum foil near the center, then place trimmed asparagus on one side of the salmon, following the long direction of the foil.

3. Adjust the salmon fillets’ seasoning with more salt and pepper, then sprinkle garlic on top. Drizzle the mixture of broth, lemon juice, and hot sauce generously over the salmon fillets and asparagus.

4. Divide butter pieces evenly among the foil packets, layering them over the salmon fillet and asparagus.

5. Wrap salmon foil packets in and crimp edges together, then wrap ends up. Don’t wrap too tight – keep a little extra space inside for heat to circulate.

6. Transfer the salmon foil packs to a baking sheet and bake salmon in the oven, sealed side upward, until salmon has cooked through, about 9 – 12 minutes.

7. Carefully unwrap the baked salmon in foil packets, drizzle with more lemon juice, garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and a slice of lemon. Enjoy!

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