Carrot-Oat Pancake Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Carrot-Oat Pancake Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting This Carrot-Oat Pancake Layer Cake elevates humble breakfast pancakes into a show‐stopping brunch centerpiece or a delightful dessert. Imagine tender, golden discs of pancakes, each infused with nuttiness from whole and ground oats, the gentle sweetness of honey, and the vibrant flavor of freshly grated carrots. Between … Read more

Easy Walnut Cake

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Easy Walnut Cake This Easy Walnut Cake begins with a tender sponge base enriched by cheese-like crumb and studded with toasted walnut pieces for a satisfying crunch. Three whole eggs are separated to allow whipped egg whites to lift the batter, creating an airy crumb that holds moisture beautifully. The yolks combine with sugar, vegetable … Read more

MANGO COCONUT MILKSHAKE

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MANGO COCONUT MILKSHAKEIngredients:1½ cups ripe mango chunks (fresh or frozen)¾ cup full-fat coconut milk (chilled)½ cup vanilla ice cream or frozen banana (for creaminess)1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)Ice cubes (optional, for a thicker shake)Toppings (Optional):Whipped creamToasted coconut flakesMango chunks or mint leaves for garnishInstructions:1. Blend:Add mango, coconut … Read more

Oatmeal Apple Banana Bars Recipe

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Oatmeal Apple Banana Bars Recipe Ingredients Oatmeal: 100 g (~1 cup) Apple: 1, diced Banana: 1, mashed Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon Oil: 2 tablespoons of your favorite oil (e.g., coconut or olive oil) Nuts: 40 g (1/4 cup), chopped (optional) Directions Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Blend Apple … Read more

Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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 Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese SandwichIngredients (for 2-3 sandwiches):For the Sloppy Joe filling:250g ground beef1/4 onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove (chopped)1/2 cup tomato sauce or ketchup1 tablespoon mustard1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional but great)Salt and pepperFor the sandwich:4-6 slices of bread (country bread, brioche bread, or thick sandwich bread)1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, … Read more

Spicy Chicken with Paprika and Herbs

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Spicy Chicken with Paprika and HerbsServes: 4Preparation time: 15 minutes + 30 minutes cooking timeIngredients 4 chicken thighs (approximately 700-800 g) 1 tablespoon paprika (sweet or smoked) 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence (or oregano, thyme, etc.) 1 pinch of salt 1 pinch of pepper 1 minced garlic clove (or 1 teaspoon of garlic powder) 2 tablespoons of olive oilStep-by-Step Preparation1.  Preheating• Preheat your … Read more

Sesame Caramelized Beef Skewers

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Sesame Caramelized Beef SkewersServes: 4Preparation time: 20 minutes (excluding marinating time)Ingredients• 600g beef (tender, such as rump or sirloin), cut into large cubes• 4 tablespoons soy sauce (about 60 ml)• 2 tablespoons honey (about 30 g)• 1 tablespoon sesame oil (about 15 ml)• 1 clove garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)• 1 tablespoon sesame … Read more

Berry Blend Juice

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 Berry Blend Juice Ingredients:1 cup strawberries (hulled)1 cup blueberries1/2 cup raspberries1/2 cup blackberries1 cup water or coconut water (adjust to desired consistency)1 to 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (optional, according to your taste)A squeeze of lemon juice (to enhance the flavor) Directions:Wash all the berries thoroughly.Place them in a blender with the water (or coconut water).Add … Read more

JAMAICAN WATER.

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JAMAICAN WATER.Ingredients:1.5 to 2 cups dried hibiscus flowers (40-50 g)9 cups water1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)1 lime or lemon (optional)Directions:Rinse the dried hibiscus flowers in a large strainer under running water.Boil 4 cups of water in a large saucepan.Add the hibiscus flowers, stir, and boil for 1 minute.Remove from heat and let … Read more

Green Power Smoothie

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Green Power Smoothie  Ingredients:1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted 1 banana 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced 1 cup almond milk (or regular milk) 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional) ½ cup ice cubes Handful of almonds or granola for topping (optional)  Instructions:Add the avocado, banana, kiwi, and milk to a blender.Blend until smooth and creamy.Add honey and vanilla extract, … Read more

Homemade Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

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Homemade Strawberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Ingredients: For the Ice Cream Base: 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 vanilla bean 1 tsp vanilla extract For the Strawberry Puree: 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped) 2 tbsp granulated sugar 1 tsp lemon juice Instructions: Prepare the Strawberry … Read more

My hubby always requests me to make him this dish

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Ingredients: 6 average-sized beef blade steaks 1 average-sized onion, sliced 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced 3/4 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup cream 1/4 cup dry sherry 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 4 tablespoons oil Salt and pepper, for seasoning 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme 1 1/2 teaspoons mild paprika 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Instructions: … Read more