Cheesy Ham and Potato au Gratin with Peas

Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 medium onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups whole milk, warmed 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 2 pounds potatoes, sliced thin (about 1/8 inch) 1 cup cooked ham, diced 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, … Read more

Savory Hand Pies

Ingredients: 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 carrot, diced 1 celery stalk, diced 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced 1 cup frozen peas 1 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper, to taste 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash) Instructions: Preheat Oven: … Read more

Nana’s Berry Bliss Frozen Fruit Salad

Ingredients 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained 1 cup sliced strawberries 1 cup blueberries 1 cup raspberries or blackberries (or a mix of both) 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions … Read more

Creamy dessert with very simple and easy to make

Creamy desserts are inherently reassuring in the dessert realm. Rich and decadent, creamy desserts like velvety puddings and silky cheesecakes are the perfect way to indulge in sweets without sacrificing texture or flavor. Never worry if you’re in the mood for a creamy treat but despise spending a fortune on unusual ingredients or spending all … Read more

Wartime Ration Cookies

INGREDIENTS 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon fine salt 1 cup shortening, room temperature 3/4 cup honey 1/2 cup maple syrup 2 large eggs, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup chopped walnuts 14 ounces chocolate chips PREPARATION Preheat oven to 350°F and line two large cookie sheets with … Read more

Easy Irish Soda Bread

Ingredients: For the Bread: 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional) 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed 1 3/4 cups buttermilk Optional Add-ins: 1 cup raisins or currants 1 tablespoon caraway seeds Instructions: Prepare the Dough: Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). … Read more

Classic Pina Colada

Ingredients: – 1 cup of light rum – 2 cups of frozen pineapple chunks – 1/2 cup of coconut cream – 1/4 cup of pineapple juice – 1/2 cup of ice – Pineapple slices and maraschino cherries for garnish Directions: 1. Take your trusty blender and pour in the light rum and pineapple juice. 2. … Read more

CRISPY CHICKEN STRIPS

Ingredients 3 eggs 2 chicken fillets 2 cloves of garlic 2 tablespoons of spices 2 tablespoons of corn starch Oil Salad 1 tablespoon of salt Preparation 1. The egg yolk from the egg white. 2. Cut the chicken into strips. Mix with egg yolk, garlic, spices, salt and starch. 3. Beat the egg whites in … Read more

Blueberry Biscuits

Ingredients – 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting – 1 tablespoon baking powder – 1/4 cup granulated sugar – 1/2 teaspoon salt – 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces – 3/4 cup cold whole milk – 1 cup fresh blueberries – 2 tablespoons heavy cream, for brushing – Extra … Read more

lasagna Bolognese

Ingredients 9 lasagna noodles 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef 1 pound (450 grams) ground pork 1 onion, finely chopped 3 cloves of garlic, minced 1 carrot, finely chopped 1 celery stalk, finely chopped 1 can (28 ounces/800 grams) crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup beef or vegetable broth 1/2 cup red wine … Read more