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Cherry Cheesecake Bars are the perfect blend of simplicity and indulgence. With just a few pantry staples, this dessert delivers layers of buttery cake crust, rich and creamy cheesecake, and a vibrant cherry topping that brings sweetness and color to every bite. They’re ideal for family gatherings, bake sales, or whenever you want something that […]
Green Chile Crabby Shrimp-Stuffed Garlic Bread Bombs Ingredients 1 French baguette, cut into thick slices 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked (chopped into bite-size pieces) 1/2 cup lump crab meat (optional but highly recommended) 1/3–1/2 cup roasted green chiles, diced (Hatch or Anaheim work great) 2 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted […]
Hatch Chile Smoked Shrimp Ingredients Large shrimp – 2 pounds, peeled and deveined All-purpose seasoning (Sedona Sand) – 2 teaspoons Salted butter – 2 sticks Garlic – 4 cloves, finely minced Roasted Hatch chiles – ½ cup, diced Fresh lime juice – from 1 lime, for finishing and garnish Instructions Step 1: Preheat the […]
Slow Cooker Goulash is a timeless comfort dish that brings together hearty flavors, simple ingredients, and the ease of hands-off cooking. Slowly simmered beef, tender vegetables, and a rich tomato-based sauce create a warm, satisfying meal that feels nostalgic and deeply nourishing. Perfect for busy days or cozy family dinners, this goulash delivers classic, home-cooked […]
Seafood Gumbo is a soulful, slow-built dish that represents the heart of Louisiana cooking—where patience, technique, and bold flavors come together in one deeply comforting bowl. Built on a dark, aromatic roux and layered with spices, vegetables, and a generous mix of meats and seafood, this gumbo is rich without being heavy and complex without […]
Baked Apple Fritters capture everything we love about classic apple fritters—warm spice, tender apples, and sweet glaze—without the heaviness of deep frying. These oven-baked fritters are soft and cake-like on the inside, lightly golden on the outside, and filled with cozy cinnamon-nutmeg flavor in every bite. Finished with a simple vanilla glaze, they deliver that […]
Oxtail and Barley Soup Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 pounds oxtails 8 cups water 4 tablespoons beef bouillon granules 1 tablespoon sazon seasoning with annatto 1 tablespoon dried parsley 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes ¾ cup barley 2 medium potatoes, cubed 1 large […]
Congo Bars are a timeless, old-school dessert that sit perfectly between a blondie and a chocolate chip cookie. Rich with brown sugar, buttery softness, and layers of melted chocolate, they deliver that unmistakable homemade bakery comfort in bar form. Simple yet indulgent, these bars are deeply nostalgic—soft in the center, golden at the edges, and […]
Grandma’s Apple Strudel Ingredients Apple Filling Apples – 6 cups, peeled and thinly sliced Granulated sugar – 1 cup All-purpose flour – ½ cup Ground cinnamon – 1 teaspoon Flaky Crust All-purpose flour – 3¾ cups Vegetable shortening – 1½ cups Egg yolks and water – 2 egg yolks plus enough water to equal […]
Chicken Taco Soup is the perfect blend of comfort and bold Mexican-inspired flavor. This hearty one-pot dish combines tender shredded chicken, smoky spices, beans, corn, and tomatoes in a rich, savory broth that tastes like your favorite tacos in soup form. It’s easy enough for a weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough to serve a crowd. […]