Christmas Cake – moist, easy fruit cake

Christmas Cake decorated with fondant marzipan and cherries

Ingredients Fast soaked fruit (Note 1): ▢300g / 10 oz raisins ▢150g / 5 oz diced dried apricots , chopped 8 mm / 1/3″ ▢75g / 2.5 oz mixed peel , diced 5mm / 1/5 ▢150g / 5 oz glace cherries , chopped 8 mm / 1/3″ ▢180g / 6 oz dates , diced 5mm / 1/5″ ▢1 cup + 2 tbsp apple juice, OR … Read more

Mary Berry’s classic Christmas cake

Ingredients For the cake 175g/6oz raisins: 175g/6oz raisins 350g/12oz natural glacé cherries, halved, rinsed, and thoroughly dried: 350g/12oz natural glacé cherries, halved, rinsed, and thoroughly dried 500g/1lb 2oz currants: 500g/1lb 2oz currants 350g/12oz sultanas: 350g/12oz sultanas 150ml/¼pt brandy or sherry, plus extra for feeding: 150ml/¼pt brandy or sherry, plus extra for feeding 2 oranges, zest only: 2 oranges, zest only 250g/9oz butter, softened: 250g/9oz butter, softened 250g/9oz light or dark muscovado … Read more

Pineapple Mango Lemonade: A Tropical Refreshment

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Ingredients:1 large ripe pineapple3 large ripe mangoes1 1/4 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice4 cups cold water1 cup granulated sugar4 cups ice cubesInstructions:Prepare the Fruits:Cut the outer skin of the pineapple and chop it into small pieces. Reserve a few chunks for garnish.Peel the mangoes and cut them into small pieces. Save some chunks for garnish … Read more

Peach Smoothie

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Ingredients2 cups fresh orange juice1 cup peach Greek yogurt2 cups frozen sliced peaches2 tablespoons raw honey (or 1 tablespoon sugar for extra sweetness)1 teaspoon nutmegInstructions Blend It UpAdd all ingredients to a blender.Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy. ServePour the smoothie into tall glasses.Optional: Garnish with fresh peach slices for an extra touch … Read more

Heavenly Pineapple Cheeseball

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Ingredients: 2 packages of softened and room temperature cream cheese. 1 can crushed pineapple, drained very well ½ cup chopped green onions ½ cup chopped green pepper 1 tsp seasoning salt 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning 2 cups pecans, chopped nicely Assorted crackers Instructions: How to Make Heavenly Pineapple Cheeseball FIRST STEP: In a large … Read more

Deliciously Easy Cinnamon Swirl Bread Recipe You Can Make Today

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Ingredients 1/2 cup (120ml) water, warmed to 110°F (43°C) 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, warmed to 110°F (43°C) 2 and 1/4 teaspoons (7g) instant or active dry yeast (1 standard packet) 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar, divided 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup; 56g) unsalted butter, softened and cut into 4 pieces 3 cups (390g) bread flour, spooned and leveled, plus more as needed … Read more

Classic Creamy Coleslaw Recipe

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Classic Creamy Coleslaw Recipe Table of Contents Ingredients Here’s everything you’ll need to create this delicious coleslaw: 1 red onion: Thinly sliced for a sharp, slightly sweet flavor. 1 kg white cabbage: Shredded finely for that signature crunch.   1 carrot: Grated to add sweetness and vibrant color. 1 apple: Peeled, cored, and grated for … Read more

Zucchini and Oatmeal Patties with Bavarian Sausages Recipe

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Zucchini and Oatmeal Patties with Bavarian Sausages Recipe Table of Contents Ingredients: 2 eggs 100 g (1 cup) oat flakes Smoked paprika (to taste) 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1 zucchini, grated 50 g (1/2 cup) cheese, grated Dill (to taste) 150 g (5.3 oz) Bavarian sausages, chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 1 clove of garlic, minced … Read more

Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks

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Sure, here’s a simple recipe for Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks: Ingredients: 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional) Marinara sauce for dipping (optional) Instructions: Preheat … Read more

Pickled Beets

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Ingredients 8 medium fresh beets 1 cup vinegar 1/2 cup sugar 1-1/2 teaspoons whole cloves 1-1/2 teaspoons whole allspice 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Place in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 25-30 minutes or until tender. Remove from … Read more