2020

Christmas Tree Pastry

15 min prep time, 20 min baking time, serves 6 people Do you want to surprise your loved ones for the holidays? Bake this easy to make Christmas Tree Pastry! With store-bought puff pastry dough and a ready made chocolate-hazelnut spread filling, this stunning dessert will be ready in no time! Your family and guests […]

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Sufgoniyot- jelly filled donut recipe

Sufganiyot (Jelly Filled Donuts)

15 min prep time, 2 hour wait time, 25 min cooking time

Sufganiyot are deep-fried jelly filled donuts filled that are traditionally eaten during the Jewish holiday of Chanukah. The oil used to fry the donuts serves as a symbol for the oil that miraculously burned for eight days on the menorah in the ancient Temple of Jerusalem. This tradition is now observed throughout the world on Chanukah, but these powdered sugar-covered, homemade jelly donuts are delicious any time of the year no matter your cultural background!It is a good idea to involve your children and grandchildren in baking them. You can use different types of filling (custard, chocolate , caramel) and decorate them as you like.

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crepes recipe

Crepes

10 min prep time, 35 min cooking time, serves 12 people

These Crepes are just as good as you will find at your local breakfast diner! This recipe is easy to make and very flexible, allowing you to add your favorite filling and toppings. The possibilities are endless!

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Borek with Cheese

20 min prep time, 25 min baking time, serves 12 people

Borek is a family of baked pastries made of a thin flaky dough and is typically filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables. It is found in a variety of cuisines throughout Eastern Europe and the Middle East, each with their own unique take on the dish. It serves as the perfect appetizer for when you want to serve something savory but don’t want to spend all day cooking something. In just 45 minutes, you have something ready to serve to guests, or alternatively you can eat it as a side with your main dish during dinner.

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sushi cake recipe

Sushi Cake

30 min prep time, serves 8 people

Sushi is a dish originally from Japan but has become increasingly popular in the United States and abroad. This Sushi Cake recipe is a fun take on sushi that can be made from the comfort of your home. Using a cake mold, we can make a large portion of sushi in the shape of a cake. It is both delicious and impressive to look at. Trust us when we say that this will be sure to impress anyone. Cut it into pieces and serve! 

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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad recipe

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

20 min prep time, serves 6 people

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad makes for a delicious and recipe fit for a light meal or as a side dish when entertaining. This salad is very hearty and will fill you up for hours, thanks to the chickpeas.  Each can of chickpeas comes packed with fiber and protein, both a vital part of a nutritious diet. I always have canned beans available in my pantry because of how affordable and convenient they are for making salads. We recommend adding your choice of fresh vegetables, either from your garden or the market, in order to create a more well rounded Mediterranean salad.

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chicken roll-up recipe

Chicken Roll-Up with Mushroom Stuffing

20 min prep time, 1 hour cooking time, serves 6 people

If you are tired of plain old chicken, try out this Chicken Roll-Up recipe. It’s amazing how something as simple as mushroom chicken roll-up can be so packed with flavor all while being aesthetically pleasing. I used mushrooms for the stuffing, but you can use any combination of vegetables and herbs. For a meal that is sure to please your guest, this recipe couldn’t be easier. In just 1 hour you can have a warm meal that everyone will enjoy. We recommend serving the chicken roll-ups on its own, with rice, roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad.

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chocolate cake recipe

Chocolate Cake with Almonds

15 min prep time, 35 min baking time, serves 8 people

A classic dessert recipe that you can’t go wrong with is Chocolate Cake! This cake uses cocoa powder to give it a consistent chocolatey flavor throughout. On top of that, it stays moist for a good 4-5 days, making it a great dessert to have leftovers of. Whether you eat it plain, dust it with powdered sugar, frost with chocolate ganache, or decorate with nuts or berries, it is truly perfect!

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tender chicken gizzards and roasted potatoes recipe

Tender Chicken Gizzards and Roasted Potatoes

10 min prep time, 1 hr cooking time, serves 6 people

Today we have chicken gizzards on the menu! Please do not turn your head and make that face. This is a very delicious recipe that takes me straight back to my childhood. Chicken parts were more affordable than other meat products in the market, so my mom would prepare dishes in such a way that parts like chicken gizzards would taste delicious. The extra time boiling before frying makes a huge difference in making the meat tender. We recommend chicken gizzards with with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted potatoes.

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pumpkin swirl cheesecake recipe

Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake

15 min prep time, 40 min baking time, serves 6 people This easy Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake recipe will show you how to bake a smooth and creamy cheesecake full of pumpkin flavor. Topped with orange JELL-O and filled with pumpkin puree, it makes for an amazing Fall treat & holiday dessert! Ingredients 16 oz pumpkin puree

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Oatmeal Crepes recipe

Oatmeal Crepes

10 min prep time, 10 min cooking time, serves 2 people

Do you want simple, tasty, and breakfast? We recommend you make Oatmeal Crepes! A great gluten-free alternative to flour based crepes, you can top them off with your favorite ingredients, or dress them down for a healthy weekend brunch. Either way, everyone will love them!

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vegetable stir fry recipe

Vegetable Stir Fry

15 min prep time, 30 min cooking time, serves 5 people

This Vegetable Stir Fry recipe is both easy to make and delicious. It’s always a shame to let precious vegetables go to waste. When you are worried about letting them go bad, put them all together in this dish. This one-pan veggie stir fry is delicious served as a main course for vegetarians or vegans, or as a side dish served with beef or chicken.

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homemade chocolate candy recipe

Homemade Chocolate Candy

45 min prep time, makes 30 candies

Have you ever wanted to make Homemade Chocolate Candy that will melt in your mouth? It is surprisingly easy to make your own chocolate all while avoiding artificial ingredients. When you make it at home, you know exactly what goes into it and can add your favorite healthy treats. We recommend using nuts, dried fruits, or berries to add a variety of flavors and textures to the chocolates as you and your guests bite into them. It’s the perfect dessert after dinner when you want to finish off the evening right.

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orange chicken recipe

Orange Chicken

10 min prep time, 25 min cooking time, serves 4 people

When you have a craving for Chinese cuisine and do not want to order or go out to eat, you can just make this Orange Chicken recipe. Made with boneless and skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-size pieces, marinated in cornstarch and egg whites, and then fried until golden and crispy. When combined with an orange sauce seasoned made from orange juice, garlic, and variety of other spices, it makes for a great protein source when served with steamed rice.

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Oatmeal pumpkin cookie recipe

Oatmeal Pumpkin Cookies

10 min prep time, 25 min baking time, makes 24 cookies

It is pumpkin season, and today we have a fun dessert recipe for you: Oatmeal Pumpkin Cookies. Besides being packed with vitamins and minerals, pumpkin is also relatively low in calories, as it’s 94% water. The best way to introduce pumpkin to your children it is to bake cookies. These healthy oatmeal pumpkin cookies serve as the perfect dessert, or ready-to-go breakfast! Made from old fashioned rolled oats, honey instead of sugar, coconut oil, dried cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and organic pumpkin puree, which gives the cookies a warm Fall flavor!

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