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How To Make Strawberry Crunch Pound Cake

Cook time: 45 min – Servings: 8 – Prep: easy

Ingredients:

Cake:

1/2 Cup Shortening
2 sticks butter ( softened )
2 (1/2) Cups sugar
1 ( 3 oz. ) Package Instant Vanilla Pudding
1 (3 oz. ) Package Strawberry Jello
5 eggs
1 Cup milk
3 Cups flour
1/2 Teaspoon salt
1 Teaspoon baking powder

Strawberry Crunch Topping:
2 Tablespoons butter
1 ( 3 oz.) Package Instant Vanilla Pudding
1 ( 3 oz.) Package Strawberry Jello
1 teaspoon flour

Frosting:
1 ( 8 oz.) Package cream cheese ( Softened )
8-10 oz. Ounces Marshmallow Fluff

Instructions:

Cake:
Preheat oven to 300 degrees ~ In a Large bowl, using a hand mixer, cream together shortening, butter, sugar, 1 package Instant Vanilla Pudding, and 1 Package Strawberry Jello ( it will look crumbly. Next mix eggs in one at a time.
Add milk and mix batter till it resembles cake frosting. Next, add flour, salt, and Baking powder ( I just plop dry ingredients right on top the batter). Use a wooden spoon to slowly mix the flour in then finish it off with the hand mixer. This just keeps the flour from flying everywhere when you turn your mixer on.

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September 10, 2023
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SMOTHERED CHICKEN WITH CREAMED SPINACH, BACON, MUSHROOMS

You will need:

Chicken:

1.5-pound chicken breast skinless, boneless (4 small chicken breast or 2 large chicken breasts, halved)

¼ tsp lemon pepper seasoning

1 tbsp butter

¼ tsp paprika

salt

Creamed spinach:

1 tbsp vegetable oil

4 garlic cloves minced

⅔ c mozzarella cheese shredded

⅔ c half and half

10 ounces spinach fresh

4 slices bacon cooked, chopped

4 slices Pepper Jack cheese or Monterey Jack Cheese with Jalapenos

1 tbsp vegetable oil

                                                                            4 ounces mushrooms sliced

Directions:

Prepare the oven and preheat to 190 degrees C or 375 degrees F.

Brush with melted butter a 13×9-inch baking dish.

Season the chicken breasts, with salt, paprika, and lemon pepper. Make sure to coat each well.

Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish with the fatty part facing down.

Place it inside the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let it rest at room temperature.

For the Creamed Spinach:

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September 10, 2023
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Dessert Is Surefire Perfect For The Weekend

Discover the ultimate dessert recipe that will leave your taste buds in pure bliss. This delectable treat is not only incredibly delicious but also an ideal choice for serving after a satisfying meal.

Dive into the step-by-step process and indulge in the irresistible flavors today! Join us on a culinary adventure where no dessert is ever left behind. Prepare to witness the sheer excitement as this recipe drives everyone into a frenzy. When you’re not in the mood for extensive cooking, be prepared for showers of compliments as you present this masterpiece. Embrace the challenge and let’s embark on this mouthwatering journey together.

Don’t wait any longer—let’s make this foolproof dessert now!

Ingredients:

For the cream:

3 cans of milk cream

2 cans of sweetened condensed milk

2 packets of passion fruit juice powder or flavor of your choice

For the Ganache:

1 box of milk cream

200g of dark chocolate, chopped

Preparation:

Cream:

In a blender, combine the milk cream, sweetened condensed milk, and passion fruit juice powder.

Blend the ingredients for approximately 5 minutes until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.

Take a glass dish and evenly spread the cream mixture into it.

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September 10, 2023
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How To Make PECAN TARTS

Anyone planning to make pecan pies this Thanksgiving? Well if you’re looking to save a bit of time, and still make a total crowd-pleasing dessert, allow me to recommend these adorable little Easy Mini Pecan Tarts!

Ingredients:

1- 3oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened

1 stick of margarine or butter, softened

1 C. flour

Dash of salt

Blend together cream cheese, margarine, flour and salt. Shape into 24 balls; press each ball into 1 3/4? muffin tins (press dough in bottom and sides with fingers, do not leave any holes).

Filling:

2 eggs, beaten

1 C. brown sugar

2 T. margarine or butter, melted

1 tsp. vanilla

Dash of salt

1 C. pecans, chopped

How to make it :

  1. Combine eggs, brown sugar, margarine, vanilla, and salt.
  2. Mix well (do not beat with beater, or tops will be crusty instead of a nutty one).
  3. Divide pecans evenly in pastry shells. Pour filling in shells, filling 2/3 full.
  4. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Cool slightly before removing from pans.
  6. Cool on wire rack. Makes 24. “Nutty” rich–a real favorite.

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September 10, 2023
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How To Make PINEAPPLE CAKE BARS

Do you have to use a lot of different ingredients to make layered cake bars? Nope, you don’t even need 10 ingredients to make these sweet and satisfying pineapple cake bars, even though they are layered and impressive!

These delicious cake bars are simple to make and far tastier than anything you can find at the bakery. They’re easy to prepare and the whole family is going to love them.

Ingredients:

 For the crust and topping:

  • Pinch salt
  • 1 ½ C. All purpose flour
  • ¾ C. Butter cold and cubed
  • ½ C. Sugar

For the filling:

  • Pinch salt
  • 2 Large eggs
  • ½ C. Flour
  • 1 C. Sugar
  • 16 oz. Can crushed pineapple
  • ½ C. Sour cream

For the icing:

  • 1 tsp. Coconut extract
  • 1 C. Powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. Half and half

How to Make Pineapple Cake Bars:

  1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Blend together the flour and sugar for the crust mixture.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture is crumbly. Reserve 1 cup of this mixture for later.

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September 9, 2023
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Beef
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How To Make TACO BRAID

Ingredients:

1 canister refrigerated pizza crust

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 cup chopped onion

1 lb. Zaycon Fresh 93 / 7 Super Lean Ground Beef

3 tablespoons Homemade Taco Seasoning

1/2 cup water

1 cup Fiesta Blend shredded cheese, divided

1 tomato, diced, plus additional for top, if desired

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

2 cups chopped Romaine lettuce

Sour cream and taco sauce for serving, if desired

Instructions:

  1. Prepare a rimmed baking sheet by lining it with parchment.
  2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  3. In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 3 – 5 minutes.
  5. Add the Zaycon Fresh 93 / 7 Super Lean Ground Beef and cook until brown.
  6. Add the Homemade Taco Seasoning and water and mix until well incorporated.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 – 7 minutes.
  8. Meanwhile, transfer the piece of parchment to your work surface.

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September 9, 2023
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How To Make Stuffed Cabbages ?

Stuffed cabbage, or otherwise called Golabki, is a Polish dish, made from tender cabbage leaves wrapped around minced meat or juicy ground beef, veggies, and rice. The traditional recipe also features a tomato sauce that coats the rolls. Usually, it is baked in a casserole dish or in a slow cooker.

Ingredients:

2 heads of cabbage

2 lbs ground beef (or veal/beef/pork mix)

3 cups cooked rice

1 egg

1 tsp garlic

1 tbsp parsley

2 slices diced onion

1 -15 oz. can tomato sauce

1-28 oz. can crushed tomatoes

1/4 cup tomato sauce (in meat)

Salt & Pepper to taste

Preparation :

Put a head of cabbage in a pot of boiling water, and peel off the cabbage leaves one at a time.

Cut off the rough part on the end of the cabbage leaf with a sharp knife.

Mix all ingredients together except the 15 oz can of tomato sauce and crushed tomatoes and put a small amount (size of a sausage) on a cabbage leaf, and roll up like a fajita and place seam side down in a casserole dish.

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September 9, 2023
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Beef
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How To Make MONTEREY SAUSAGE PIE

It’s a snap to make this dish using baking mix. I got the idea from a similar recipe with hamburger and cheddar cheese. That version was too bland for my family, but I made a few changes and this is a hit!

Ingredients:

1 pound Bulk Pork Sausage

3 teaspoons Minced Garlic

2-½ cups Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese, Divided

1-⅓ cup Milk

3 whole Eggs

¾ cups Biscuit/baking Mix

¾ teaspoons Rubbed Sage

¼ teaspoons Pepper

Directions:

In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink.

Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain.

Stir in 2 cups cheese. Transfer to a greased 9-inch deep-dish pie plate.

In a small bowl, combine the milk, eggs, biscuit mix, sage and pepper.

Pour over sausage mixture.

Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Enjoy!!

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September 9, 2023
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How To Make HONEY GARLIC PORK CHOPS

This Honey Garlic Pork Chops Recipe is so easy you won’t believe it when it’s done! No marinating needed, this recipe is an incredibly quick and delicious way to serve bone in or boneless pork chops — seared until golden then simmered and broiled (or grilled) in the most amazing honey garlic sauce!

Ingredients:

4 pork chops bone in or out

Salt and pepper, to season

1 teaspoon garlic powder

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

6 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup honey

1/4 cup water (or chicken broth)

2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar, or any white vinegar)

Instructions:

Preheat oven broiler (or grill) on medium-high heat. Season chops with salt, pepper and garlic powder just before cooking.

Heat oil in a pan or skillet over medium high heat until hot. Sear chops on both sides until golden and cooked through (about 4-5 minutes each side). Transfer to a plate; set aside.

Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add the honey, water and vinegar. Increase heat to medium-high and continue to cook until the sauce reduces down and thickens slightly (about 3-4 minutes), while stirring occasionally.

Add pork back into the pan, baste generously with the sauce and broil/grill for 1-2 minutes, or until edges are slightly charred.

Garnish with parsley and serve over vegetables, rice, pasta or with a salad.

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September 9, 2023
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Hamburger Steak with Creamy Onion Gravy

The best part in the ever popular hamburger is the steak itself. Tender, juicy and full of flavour, you wouldn’t deny the offer of just having the hamburger steak with some creamy mashed potatoes, right?

I’m glad to share my super easy recipe of this amazingly yummy hamburger steaks with onion gravy. It’s aromatic and tastes great as well ! You may use this recipe on one of your barbecue parties and I’m sure it would be a hit. Ensure you serve them fresh and do not reheat it and have as the steak would go dry from inside. The key is to ensure it is cooked perfectly for that juicy steak. The skillet or the barbecue should be heated well before placing the steaks, once you place them, cook over medium heat or it would get charred from outside and undercooked inside. Also, ensure the patties are of equal portions to ensure consistent cooking time. You can strain the gravy for a smooth feel if you prefer so. Serve everything hot with a creamy bowl of mashed potatoes and some salad. Enjoy that perfect meal ! You are welcome !

Ingredients :

For the Patties:

  • 3 tablespoons of cooking oil (canola, vegetable)
  • 1-1/2 pounds of 80/20 ground chuck
  • 3/4 cup of onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon Tiger Sauce, or hot pepper sauce, or to taste, optional
  • 1 teaspoon of seasoned salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
  • About 1/3 cup of all purpose flour, for dipping the patties

For the Gravy:

  • 1 large onion, halved and sliced (about 3 cups sliced)
  • 1 cup of beef broth
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1/4 cup of all purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon of seasoned salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1/2 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, optional
  • 1 teaspoon of browning & seasoning sauce (like Kitchen Bouquet), optional
  • 2 cups of sliced mushrooms, optional

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September 9, 2023
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