Curry Grilled Vegetables with Chickpeas and Creamy Polenta

Curry-spiced grilled vegetables and creamy polenta come together in this dish to make a hearty and filling meal. It's great for dinner during the week or having people over.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup chickpeas, cooked
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 eggplant, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup polenta
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Warm the grill up to a medium-high level

Add the eggplant, bell peppers, zucchini, and chickpeas to a bowl

Add the olive oil, curry powder, salt, and pepper

Toss the vegetables until they are well covered

Grill vegetables for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until they are soft and a little charred

At the same time, heat vegetable broth in a saucepan until it boils

Turn down the heat and slowly whisk in the polenta

Stirring often, cook for about 15 to 20 minutes or until it thickens

Mix heavy cream, butter, minced garlic, and salt to taste into the polenta until it is smooth and creamy

Put grilled vegetables on top of creamy polenta and sprinkle fresh parsley on top

Have fun!

Caramel Macchiato Martini

A sophisticated cocktail inspired by the classic caramel macchiato coffee, combining the richness of espresso with the smoothness of vodka and caramel liqueur.

Ingredients:

• 1 shot espresso
• 1 oz vodka
• 1 oz caramel liqueur
• 1 oz half-and-half
• Caramel sauce for garnish

Instructions:

Brew a shot of espresso and let it cool

In a shaker, combine the cooled espresso, vodka, caramel liqueur, and half-and-half

Shake well with ice

Strain into a martini glass

Drizzle caramel sauce over the top for garnish

Rich and Fudgy Texas Sheet Cake

This Rich and Fudgy Texas Sheet Cake is a classic Southern dessert that's perfect for gatherings and special occasions. It's moist, chocolatey, and topped with a deliciously creamy icing.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans optional
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips optional

Instructions:

Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking sheet and preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit 175 degrees Celsius

Mix together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl

Melt the butter in a saucepan over a medium heat

After adding the water and cocoa powder, mix well and bring to a boil

Take off the heat

Over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl, pour the hot cocoa mixture

Mix thoroughly until fully incorporated

Whisk the eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract in a different bowl

Stir until smooth after adding this mixture to the batter

Transfer the mixture onto the baking sheet that has been ready and level it out

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, in a preheated oven

You can make the icing while the cake bakes

To make the frosting, melt half a cup of unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat

Add 1/3 cup buttermilk and 1/4 cup cocoa powder and stir

After bringing to a boil, turn off the heat

Once the icing is smooth, stir in 4 cups powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add chopped pecans and semisweet chocolate chips, if desired

Pour the warm icing over the hot cake as soon as it comes out of the oven, spreading it evenly

Before serving, let the cake cool and the icing harden

Have fun!

Simple Spaghetti & Meatballs

This recipe for simple spaghetti and meatballs is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and incredibly satisfying. Tender meatballs are cooked in a rich marinara sauce and served over perfectly cooked spaghetti. It's a family favorite that never disappoints!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lb spaghetti
• 4 cups marinara sauce
• Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions:

Put breadcrumbs, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl

Add the ground beef and mix it all together

Mix everything together well

Make meatballs out of the mixture that are about an inch across

Warm up the olive oil in a big pan over medium-low heat

After you add the meatballs, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are browned on all sides

In a different pot, cook the spaghetti until it is al dente, following the directions on the package

Remove the water and set it aside

Add marinara sauce to the pan where the meatballs are cooking

Turn the heat down to low and let it cook for 10 minutes

Put meatballs and marinara sauce on top of the spaghetti

Add grated Parmesan cheese as a garnish

Have fun!

Salted Caramel Brownies

Indulge in the rich flavors of chocolate and caramel with these decadent salted caramel brownies. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 cup caramel sauce
• Flaky sea salt, for topping

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 175F 350C

A 9x9-inch baking pan should be greased and floured

Put the butter in a medium-sized saucepan and melt it over low heat

Take it off the heat and mix in the vanilla extract, sugar, and eggs until everything is well mixed

Mix the butter with the flour, salt, baking powder, and cocoa powder

Mix it up until it's just right

If you have a baking pan ready, pour half of the batter into it

Pour the caramel sauce over the batter, and then add the rest of the batter on top

In a hot oven, bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out with wet crumbs on it

Take it out of the oven and sprinkle it with sea salt that is still flaky

Let the brownies cool all the way in the pan before cutting them into pieces and serving them

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

This Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender slices of beef with crisp broccoli in a savory sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• Sesame seeds optional, for garnish

Instructions:

Soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger should all be mixed together in a bowl

Spread the beef slices out evenly and let them sit for 30 minutes

Put vegetable oil in a big pan or wok and heat it over medium-high heat

Cook the beef until it turns brown, which should take about two to three minutes

Take the beef out of the pan and set it aside

Put broccoli florets and beef broth in the same pan

For about 4 to 5 minutes, or until the broccoli is soft, cover and cook

Add 2 tablespoons of water to a small bowl and mix the cornstarch to make a slurry

Add the slurry to the pan with the broccoli and beef broth and mix it in

For about one to two minutes, cook until the sauce gets thicker

Add the beef back to the pan and mix it well with the broccoli and sauce

Add one to two more minutes of cooking until everything is hot

Add sesame seeds as a garnish if you want

Place hot on top of noodles or rice

Vegan Vanilla Matcha Latte

A delicious vegan take on the traditional matcha latte that has vanilla added to it.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 tsp matcha powder
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp maple syrup or agave syrup

Instructions:

Use medium-low heat to warm the almond milk in a small saucepan, but do not boil it

Mix a little hot water with matcha powder in a cup and stir until you get a smooth paste

Mix the hot almond milk into the matcha paste with a whisk until everything is well mixed

Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract and mix well

Have fun with your vanilla matcha latte!

Keto Avocado Egg Salad

This Keto Avocado Egg Salad is a creamy and flavorful dish that's perfect for staying in ketosis and losing weight. Avocados provide healthy fats, while eggs offer protein, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal option.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados, peeled and diced
• 4 hard-boiled eggs, diced
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh chives or parsley for garnish optional

Instructions:

Dice the avocados and hard-boiled eggs and put them in a bowl

Lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper should be added

Mix everything together well

Taste and add more or less seasoning as needed

If you want, you can add fresh chives or parsley as a garnish

Enjoy!

Wine-infused Mushroom Risotto

Indulge in the rich flavors of this wine-infused mushroom risotto, featuring Donald Gruener Wine. The earthy tones of the mushrooms perfectly complement the subtle notes of the wine, creating a dish that's both elegant and comforting.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup Donald Gruener Wine
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat

Add the garlic and onion, saut until softened

Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their juices and become golden brown

Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted

Pour in the Donald Gruener Wine, stirring constantly until it's absorbed by the rice

Gradually add the chicken or vegetable broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently until the liquid is absorbed before adding more

Continue this process until the rice is creamy and tender, about 20 minutes

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving

Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs

Tender short ribs of beef braised in stout beer and aromatic vegetables. Cooked slowly in a crockpot until done. This hearty dish tastes great and is great for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients:

• 4 beef short ribs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 bottle 12 oz stout beer
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 bay leaves

Instructions:

Add salt and pepper to the short ribs

In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat

For about three to four minutes on each side, sear the short ribs on all sides until they are browned

Put the short ribs in a slow cooker

Put the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in the same pan

About 5 minutes of cooking will soften the food

Add the beer and beef broth, making sure to scrape the bottom of the pan to get rid of any browned bits

Add the bay leaves, thyme, and tomato paste and mix them in

Add the mix to the slow cooker with the short ribs

Turn the heat down to low, cover, and cook for 8 hours, or until the meat is soft and falls off the bone

Take the short ribs out of the slow cooker when they are done cooking and let them rest for a few minutes

Remove any extra fat from the cooking liquid's surface

Pour the cooking liquid over the short ribs when you serve them

Cheesy Smoked Salmon Wraps

The smoky salmon, creamy cheese, and tangy flavors in these Cheesy Smoked Salmon Wraps make them a real treat. They are easy to make, quick, and tasty, and can be eaten at any time.

Ingredients:

• 4 large flour tortillas
• 8 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cream cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Put the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese in a bowl and mix them together

Mix until it's smooth

Place the flour tortillas on a clean surface

Leave a small border around the edges of each tortilla and spread the cheese mixture evenly on top of them

Put the slices of smoked salmon on top of the cheese

Spread out the chopped red onion, fresh dill, and capers on top of the salmon

Add some lemon slices on top

Add pepper and a pinch of salt to taste

To make a wrap, fold the sides of each tortilla in and then roll them up tightly

To serve, cut each wrap in half across the middle

Cheesy Smoked Salmon Wraps are ready to eat right away

Kimchi Pork Sliders

Experience the bold and delicious flavors of Kimchi Pork Sliders. These sliders feature a savory pork patty infused with the zing of kimchi, creating a mouthwatering blend of Korean-inspired tastes. Perfect for a flavorful snack or party appetizer.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 cup kimchi, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Slider buns
• For Garnish:
• Additional kimchi
• Sliced green onions
• Sesame seeds

Instructions:

Put ground pork, chopped kimchi, finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl

Mix everything together well

Make little patties out of the pork mixture about the size of sliders

Set a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat to get it hot

It should take about 34 minutes per side to cook the pork sliders until they are fully cooked and browned

You can grill or toast the slider buns until they are golden

Put a pork patty on each bun to make the sliders

You can add more kimchi, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds on top

Put extra kimchi or your favorite dipping sauce on the side to go with the Kimchi Pork Sliders

In every bite, you'll get the perfect mix of sweet pork, spicy kimchi, and delicious Asian flavors

Hot Fudge Cheesecake Brownies

Enjoy the best dessert ever with these Hot Fudge Cheesecake Brownies. A rich and fudgy brownie base is topped with a layer of creamy cheesecake and a thick layer of rich hot fudge sauce. This is a chocolate lover's dream dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 box brownie mix
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup hot fudge sauce

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish

In a large bowl, mix together brownie mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined

In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy

Spread half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish

Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter and spread evenly

Drop spoonfuls of hot fudge sauce over the cream cheese layer

Swirl gently with a knife to create a marbled effect

Top with the remaining brownie batter, spreading evenly to cover the cream cheese layer and fudge

Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs

Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares

Sour Cherry Jam

A delicious homemade jam made with sour cherries and a touch of almond extract. Ideal for utilizing in a variety of recipes or spreading on toast in the morning.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh sour cherries, pitted and halved
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions:

In a large saucepan, combine the cherries and sugar

Let them sit for about 1 hour to macerate

Add the lemon juice and zest to the cherry mixture

Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil

Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jam thickens

Stir in the almond extract and cook for an additional 2 minutes

Remove the jam from heat and let it cool slightly before transferring it to sterilized jars

Seal the jars and allow them to cool completely before storing in a cool, dark place

Enjoy your homemade sour cherry jam on toast, muffins, or as a topping for desserts!