Day: September 23, 2023

How To Make The Best Crack Cake

It’s been a touch over a year since I introduced my Crack Cake recipe, and to my amazement, it’s turned out to be the most searched recipe on my platform. A big shoutout to everyone who embraced this delight and spread the word. The reason for its stardom? I believe it’s the mix of delectable taste and simplicity. Trust me, when you whip up this cake, you’re setting yourself up for a win!

The ingredients’ list is what intrigues me the most about this cake. Initially, I was a tad skeptical about how the components would gel together. To my delight, the harmony was just perfect. The inclusion of wine is a cherry on top for me, making my baking session even more enjoyable. Now, addressing the most asked question: “Can the wine be substituted with water?”

Absolutely! While you might compromise a bit on the flavor, the moisture remains intact. This holds true for the glaze as well; you might lose a bit of the flavor profile, but the texture remains consistent.

A pro-tip for all the bakers out there: This cake is designed to be incredibly moist. This ensures that you don’t end up with a cake clinging to the pan. If I’m aiming for presentation perfection (especially for guests), I opt for a 1/2 cup. But on a casual day baking for family? A 1/4 cup does the trick. It’s worth experimenting with these quantities to find your sweet spot.

Ingredients Needed for Crack Cake:

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No-Knead Peach Cake

Ingredients: 

For the cake: 
  • 400 g of phyllo dough
  • 150 g of butter
  • 1 peach
For the filling: 
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 tsp of vanilla sugar
  • 200 g of sugar
  • 1 tsp of lemon zest
  • 500 g of greek yogurt or sour cream

Directions: 

1. Brush one layer of phyllo dough with some melted butter, then cover with another phyllo dough layer.
2. Fold as shown in the video and place in the cake mold.
3. Continue until the cake mold is full.

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This Is My Fave Dish Ever And I Finally Found A Version For The Slow Cooker

Indulge in the delightful combination of succulent beef bites, buttery potatoes, and a rich garlic butter sauce with this slow cooker recipe. Effortless to make yet bursting with flavor, this dish promises to be the epitome of comfort food, loved by many.
Perfect as a robust main dish, it’s best enjoyed with a crisp salad or steamed veggies. And don’t forget the crusty bread or warm dinner rolls, just right for soaking up that delectable garlic butter sauce. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or need a hit for a potluck, this recipe is sure to please.
Recipe: Savory Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef & Potatoes

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds beef stew meat
  • 5 tablespoons butter, sliced
  • 1 pound baby yellow potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt

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BEST EVER STRAWBERRY CAKE

I love strawberries!

No doubt about that, strawberries have always been a part of my life and recipes.

One of my friends I went to college with sent me a funny note recently.  She was looking for a strawberry cake recipe and her daughter found one on Pinterest and sent it to her.  After bringing all these beautiful fresh strawberries back from Florida, I had to make another one of these strawberry cakes. So, I’m reprising the strawberry cake recipe today, which I’m also updating on a printable recipe page. We didn’t do that back then, but now recipes can be printed easily.

Ingredients:

  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 3 tbsp plain flour
  • 1 (3 Oz) box strawberry jello
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3/4 cup oil, I used canola oil
  • 2 cup fresh or frozen pureed strawberries (one cup for cake & one cup for icing)
  • 4 eggs

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How To Make Easy Baked Meatballs

The ONLY meatball recipe you need! The meatballs come out so perfect and so tender. Serve on pasta, polenta, or subs!

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ small oniondiced
  • 2 cloves garlicminced
  • ¼ cup dry red wine
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepperto taste

For the meatballs:

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 pound Italian sausagecasing removed
  • ½ small oniongrated
  • ½ cup Panko*
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 2 cloves garlicminced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepperto taste

Instructions:

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How To Make German Pancake For Dinner

These are the Real Deal Authentic German Pancakes. The recipe below was shared with my grandpa by a visitor from Germany many years ago and these pancakes are delicious; light and eggy with delicate, crispy edges. Resembling French-style crepes but a little thicker and with a bit more tang thanks to the addition of buttermilk.

The recipe was recorded in a family journal that my grandfather started a few years after my grandmother died back in the 80’s. He initially meant for the journal to be used to record events that happened and sometimes would catalog repairs or projects going on at the time. He wrote in all capital letters that the family recognized as ‘Grandpa-style’ because he was known to yell a lot. Not to be terse or mean, but to make sure we all knew how important what he was telling us was.
German Pancakes are easy to make but they are a little delicate to handle. After mixing the simple list of ingredients, melt a nice amount of real butter on a heated non-stick surface. I’ve used skillets, cast iron camp griddles, and electric griddles, all with success.

Ingredients:

  • Real butter for frying
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 Tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions:

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How To Make Bacon-Wrapped Potatoes

I received this recipe for bacon-wrapped potatoes years ago from a friend. It’s a delicious new twist to a baked potato. I recently served these potatoes to visiting relatives from Norway, and they were a big hit. I love to cook and even wrote my own cookbook several years ago. —LaVerna Mjones, Moorhead, Minnesota.

Ingredients:

  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 medium baking potatoes, halved lengthwise
  • 4 bacon strips
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Directions:

  1. Layer onion slices on cut side of two potato halves; top with other potato half.
  2. Wrap each potato with two bacon strips. Secure with toothpicks.
  3. Place on a lightly greased baking pan.
  4. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1 hour and 20 minutes or until potato is tender and bacon is crispy. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts:

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Dark Chocolate Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened dark chocolate cocoa powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
½ cup milk
For the frosting:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 ½ cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 Tablespoons milk
1 ½ cup mini semi sweet chocolate morsels

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda and baking powder. Set aside.
  2. In a measuring cup, mix together cooled coffee and milk. Set aside.
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Baked Legs With Cream Of Mushroom

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup flour (you can use gluten-free flour)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 lb chicken legs (about 3-4 large chicken legs)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 10 oz mushrooms (each sliced in half)
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions:

  1. In a small bowl, combine the flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.   On a large plate, dredge chicken legs in this seasoned flour mixture
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat.  Add chicken legs skin side down and brown for about 4 minutes until the skin turns a nice golden color.  Flip the chicken legs over to the other side and brown the other side for about 3 minutes.  Remove browned chicken legs and set them aside. Also, remove those parts of olive oil that got too dark from browning the chicken with the flour mixture.
  3. To the same, now empty skillet, add mushrooms (sliced in half) and minced garlic, add an extra tablespoon of olive oil (if needed) and saute them together on medium heat for 2 minutes.
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