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Smashed Dumpling Tacos

Smashed Dumpling Tacos bring together everything great about dumplings and tacos in one very crispy, very addictive bite. Juicy, seasoned pork is pressed straight onto tortillas and cooked until golden and crackly, then folded up and dunked into a simple soy dipping sauce. They’re fast, fun, and way more satisfying than they have any right […]

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Puerto Rican Coquito

Coquito is a Puerto Rican rum and coconut drink that’s blended for a rich, creamy, and delicious treat. My grandmother and mother used to prepare it during the Christmas season as I was growing up, and the tradition has stayed with me! Prep Time: 10minsAdditional Time: 1hourYield: 5cups Ingredients Directions Step 1 Gather all ingredients. […]

Desserts

Strawberry Shortcakes

Strawberry shortcakes are easy to make, and you can leave it to your guests to do the assembly. Make the biscuits in the morning or even the night before. It takes just five minutes to prep the strawberries and, as opposed to whipped cream, the whipped labneh can be made ahead of time too. Prep […]

Simple

Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Bombs

These Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Bombs are a perfect blend of caramel hot cocoa, marshmallows, and chocolate – all mixed with hot milk, then you have perfect cup of hot cocoa!  Prep Time 30 minsCook Time 5 minsServings 6 Ingredients To make the Mug of Hot Chocolate: Instructions To make the Mug of Hot Chocolate: Notes **If you only […]

Breakfast

Strawberries and Cream Stuffed French Toast

Strawberries and Cream Stuffed French Toast is a sweet, comforting breakfast that feels like a special occasion on a plate. Golden slices of French toast are filled with a rich, creamy center and topped with fresh strawberries, creating the perfect balance of fluffy, fruity, and indulgent. Ideal for weekend brunches or holiday mornings, it’s an […]

Chicken

Coq au Riesling

Coq au Riesling is a classic French style chicken dish made with chicken thighs simmered in a creamy white wine sauce with bacon, mushrooms, and thyme. Rich, comforting, and full of flavor, it’s perfect for a relaxed but special dinner. Prep 20minutes minutesCook 50minutes minutesServings 6 Ingredients Instructions  Notes Nutrition Information Serving: 1servingCalories: 657kcal (33%)Carbohydrates: 7g (2%)Protein: 29g (58%)Fat: 54g (83%)Saturated Fat: 23g (144%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 219mg (73%)Sodium: 656mg (29%)Potassium: 597mg (17%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 1052IU (21%)Vitamin C: 3mg (4%)Calcium: 67mg (7%)Iron: 2mg (11%) […]

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Caramel Apple Spice

Copycat Starbuck’s caramel apple spice tastes just like the original! With a homemade sweet cinnamon syrup mixed in with hot apple juice, topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce this drink is the perfect thing to warm up with! Servings 5 Ingredients For the Cinnamon Syrup: For the Caramel Apple Spice: Instructions Video Notes […]

Sweet Treat

Madeleines

These little brown butter bourbon madeleines are the cutest. They’re rich and satisfying despite being only a bite or two, and every single morsel is loaded with flavor- first butter and then bourbon, followed by rich chocolate and pecans. These treats are entirely decadent to enjoy, plus just look at them. They’re adorable. Who wouldn’t […]

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Grasshopper Cocktail

This grasshopper drink is like a chocolate after-dinner mint in a glass. Skip dessert and go straight for this cocktail. Prep Time:5 minsTotal Time:5 minsServings:1 Ingredients Directions Step 1 Combine crème de menthe, crème de cacao, cream, and ice in a cocktail shaker. Cover and shake until chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Tip […]

Desserts

Baked Pears with Almonds, Honey and Ricotta

Baked Pears scented with cinnamon, nutmeg and clove are dressed up with toasted almonds, a drizzle of honey and just a touch of ricotta. This baked pears recipe is so easy to make and works for breakfast or dessert.  Prep – 20minutes minsCook – 30minutes minsServes – 12 Ingredients For the Baked Pears For the Candied Nuts (optional) To Serve […]