Rustic Beef Stew

Rustic Beef Stew Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks 3 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks 2 cups beef broth 1 cup red wine (optional, but adds depth) 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 … Read more

Wet Burritos

Wet Burritos Ingredients: For the filling: 1 lb ground beef (or chicken, pork, or beans for a vegetarian option) 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper) 1 cup refried beans (optional, for extra creaminess) 1/2 cup cooked rice (optional, … Read more

Baked Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges

Baked Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges Ingredients: 4 medium russet potatoes (or any potatoes you prefer) 3 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Instructions: Preheat … Read more

Wet Burritos

Wet Burritos Ingredients: For the burrito filling: 1 lb ground beef (or chicken, pork, or beans for a vegetarian option) 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper) 1 cup refried beans (optional, for extra creaminess) 1/2 cup cooked rice … Read more

Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet Potato Pie Ingredients: For the pie filling: 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and cubed 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (optional) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1/2 cup evaporated milk (or … Read more

Henny Butter Shrimp

Henny Butter Shrimp Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup Hennessy (or your choice of cognac) 1 tablespoon honey (for a touch of sweetness) 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika) 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (optional … Read more

Lemon Blueberry Loaf

Lemon Blueberry Loaf Ingredients: For the loaf: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt Zest of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice … Read more

Smothered Pork Chops

Smothered Pork Chops Ingredients: 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick) 1/2 cup flour (for dredging) 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or any cooking oil) 1 large onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups chicken broth … Read more

Quick Crispy Puff Pastry (15-Minute Version)

Quick Crispy Puff Pastry (15-Minute Version) Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup cold water 3 tablespoons cold butter (or vegetable oil, if preferred) Additional flour for rolling Instructions: Prepare the dough: In a bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the cold butter (cut it into small cubes) or oil. Using … Read more