These Apple Fritters are tender on the inside, crisp on the outside, filled and bursting with delicious, caramelized apples. Ingredients for the Apple Fritters: 3 cups All-Purpose Flour 1 packet of active dry yeast 2 cups sparkling apple cider (reserve 1/4 cup for glaze) 1/3 cup milk, room temperature 2 large egg yolk 2 Tablespoon butter, melted 2 Tablespoon shortening, melted 3 Tablespoon brown sugar 1/3 teaspoon salt 1/3 teaspoon nutmeg, grated 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 4-5 cups vegetable oil, for frying Preparation for the Dough: Place apple cyder to warm up for 8-10 seconds in the microwave. Pour over…
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Continue ReadingThis is an amazing and the easiest shortcut version of the classic cabbage rolls with layers of same traditional flavors in each bite. Ingredients: 1 large head of cabbage, sliced 1/2-to-1-inch strips 1 pound of lean ground meat 4 tomatoes, small diced 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup of Basmati Rice 3-3 1/2 cups of vegetable or chicken broth 2 Tablespoon of tomato paste 1/3 cup of fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon of salt 1/3 teaspoon of black pepper 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, ground 1/3 teaspoon nutmeg, ground 2 teaspoon dried mint 2 Tablespoon of olive oil Preparation Use a large…
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Continue ReadingIngredients 20 ounces canned tuna in olive oil 1 Tablespoon Olive oil 10-15 Kalamata Olives, pitted 3 Persian cucumbers in rounds, diced 1 ripe avocado, diced fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped 1 Tablespoon grated onion 1 Tablespoon of balsamic glaze 1 teaspoon capers, minced Salt and pepper to taste juice of a lemon Preparation In a large bowl, whisk in olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic glaze, minced capers, chopped fresh oregano leaves, and grated onion. Add in tuna. Mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Incorporate olives, avocado and cucumbers. Extra squeeze of a lemon over the top with a…
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Continue ReadingThis is one of my daughter’s favorite. Homemade Creamy Alfredo Sauce made from scratch in 20-25 minutes and the whole family will love! Ingredients: 4 ounces of Cream Cheese, room temperature 5-6 cloves of garlic, minced 1/2 cup butter 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 cup of heavy cream 2 cups of Pecorino Romano Cheese, grated 1 Pound of Fettuccini pasta, cooked according to package 1 Tablespoon of Italian seasoning 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, minced 1 tablespoon salt for pasta water 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preparation Use a large saucepan,…
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Continue ReadingIngredients 4 8-ounces salmon fillets 2 Tablespoon olive oil 1/3 teaspoon Kosher salt 1/3 teaspoon smoked paprika juice of 1 lemon 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/3 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon Honey 1 teaspoon vegetable oil Preparation Preheat grill to 450 degrees Farenheit In a small bowl mix together olive oil, salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, mustard and honey. Brush top side of salmon with this mixture. Place over hot grill greased with vegetable oil. Cover the grill and cook salmon for 4-5 minutes. Flip salmon to other side and brush it with lemon mixture. Cook for max of…
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Continue ReadingLOVE PIZZA! Make this super simple and delicious snack in no time. Satisfy your craving without the carbs! Ingredients: 4 medium size eggplant sliced into 3 long pieces; 1/2 to 1 inch thick 3 Roma tomatoes, cut rounds into 1/2-inch thick slices fresh basil 3 – 4 Tablespoons of Olive Oil, to drizzle and for pan 6-7 slices of Provolone Cheese 1 teaspoon Herbes of Provence 1 teaspoon Kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/3 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Preheat oven to 400 Grades Farenheit. Prepare a large baking sheet with foil and drizzle over with some olive oil. Arrange…
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Continue ReadingSuper light and addictive appetizer. So easy to make at home. Enjoy! Ingredients for Wontons: 1 1/2 cup cream cheese 14-16 wonton wrappers 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 teaspoon garlic powder 5-6 scallions, finely chopped some water Vegetable oil, for frying Dipping Sauce: Mix together: 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon soya sauce, 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce or Siracha, 1 tablespoon of honey, pinch of hot pepper flakes(optional), and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Preparation for Cream Cheese Wontons Mix in a medium bowl, cream cheese, scallions. Add salt and garlic powder. Place a wonton wrapper over a flat surface like a…
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Continue ReadingIngredients 2 pounds baby Yukon yellow-red potatoes 2 Tablespoons butter, melted 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon of Salt 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 cup of fresh parsley, minced 1/3 cup of fresh oregano, minced 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice 1/3 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preparation Scrub and clean potatoes under running water. Do not peel them. Place potatoes in large pot with salted water. Bring it to a boil, lower heat and simmer till tender. 3. Drain potatoes. Set aside. Preheat oven to 400 grades Farenheit. 4. Prepare a baking sheet…
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Continue ReadingIngredients 1 3/4 cups flour, sifted 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/3 cup granulated sugar 2 Tablespoon granulated sugar, for loaf pan 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract 1 cup pineapple juice syrup from canned pineapple 2 rounds of can pineapple, diced 1 8 ounce can slice pineapple, drained 1/3 cup coconut flakes 3 eggs 20 Maraschino cherries Preparation Preheat oven to 350 grades Farenheit. Prepare a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan by spraying pan with nonstick no-flour baking spray. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sugar all sides of loaf pan on top of baking spray. Arrange…
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Continue ReadingIngredients 3 medium zucchini, medium diced 4 Roma tomatoes, medium diced 4 cloves of garlic, minced 1 medium diced onion, chopped 2 Tablespoons of olive oil 2 Tablespoons of butter 3 Tablespoons of fresh lemon juice 2 Tablespoons of zest of a lemon salt and pepper to taste 2 strings of fresh Rosemary A handful of torn fresh basil 2 strings of fresh thyme Preparation Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter. Incorporate diced zucchini and sate for about 5 to 7 minutes till tender. Add onions and diced tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes. Add…