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Italian Cream Cheese Cake Ingredients For the Cake: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled 2 cups granulated sugar 5 large eggs 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt 1 cup buttermilk, well shaken 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 cup sweetened […]
These Rotel Tacos are the ultimate comfort food mashup—bold, cheesy, and unapologetically satisfying. This dish blends the smoky richness of seasoned ground beef with a velvety, spicy cheese sauce made from melty cheddar and Rotel tomatoes with green chilies. Each taco shell bursts with a hearty filling that’s creamy, flavorful, and just the right amount […]
Caponata Ingredients 1 batch of Roasted Eggplant (prepared in advance) 3 tablespoons golden raisins 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar 2 tablespoons capers (drained) 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil ½ medium yellow onion, finely chopped 1 celery stalk, finely diced 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced ½ teaspoon sea salt 1 tablespoon tomato paste […]
Mandarin Lunchbox Salad Ingredients For the Salad 1 ½ cups uncooked quinoa 1 (16 oz) package coleslaw mix 1 red bell pepper, finely diced 4 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented 5 green onions, thinly sliced ½ cup cashews, coarsely chopped ¼ cup sliced almonds For the Dressing ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil ¼ […]
Spaghetti Pomodoro Olive E Capperi Ingredients: 360 g (12.5 oz) Spaghetti 250 g (9 oz) cherry tomatoes, halved 70 g (2.5 oz) Taggiasca olives (or black/green olives), pitted 40 g (1.5 oz) capers, rinsed and drained 1 garlic clove, peeled and halved (core removed) 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt, to taste Instructions: 1. […]
Peaches and Cream Cake Ingredients For the Cake Base: ¾ cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon fine sea salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 (3 oz) box non-instant vanilla pudding mix 4 tablespoons (¼ cup) unsalted butter, softened 1 large egg ½ cup whole milk 1 (29 oz) can sliced peaches — drained, chopped, and […]
This Hatch Chile Cheese Cornbread is more than just a side—it’s a celebration of Southwestern warmth and rustic comfort. Golden and crumbly with just the right amount of moisture, it blends the earthiness of cornmeal with the richness of sharp cheddar and the smoky heat of roasted Hatch green chiles. The result is a flavorful, […]
This casserole is a nostalgic embrace from the past—simple ingredients layered with love and flavor. Creamy, rustic potatoes meld with sweet caramelized onions, sharp cheddar, and earthy thyme to create a dish that feels like home. Whether served as a humble side or the comforting star of the meal, it’s a timeless recipe that speaks […]
Delicate yet deeply satisfying, this pan-seared cod dish captures the essence of coastal comfort with a refined touch. The cod is seared to golden perfection, then nestled in a vibrant sauce of sweet cherry tomatoes, aromatic shallots, and dry white wine—infused with fresh basil for a bright finish. It’s a harmonious balance of crisp texture […]
This isn’t your average cheese dip—it’s a bold twist on a comfort classic. Creamy Dill Pickle Queso combines the rich, velvety smoothness of melted cheddar with the unmistakable tang of dill pickles and a splash of briny pickle juice. The result is a flavor explosion: sharp, creamy, savory, and refreshingly zippy all at once. Perfect […]