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Mango and Pork Pot Stickers

Mango and Pork Pot Stickers

Mango and Pork Potstickers are one of our favorite winter appetizers. I start these dumplings by making a hearty pork, mango, and veggie filling for my pot stickers. Then, I fill gyoza wrappers with the filling and fry them until they’re crispy and delicious. Finally, 

Kale and Basil Pesto Pizza

Kale and Basil Pesto Pizza

Kale and Basil Pesto Pizza is one of our favorite pizza dinners. I start these pizzas by making an easy bread machine dough. But I’ve also attached my hand-kneaded dough to this post. Then, I top the pizzas with my homemade Kale and Basil Pesto, 

Apple Pancakes with Berry Syrup

Apple Pancakes with Berry Syrup

Apple Pancakes with Berry Syrup are one of our favorite breakfasts. I start this pancake breakfast by making an easy mixed berry syrup and some fresh whipped cream. Then, I make some light and fluffy pancakes filled with grated apples. We like these pancakes for several reasons. First of all, I like that I can make these pancakes in just about thirty minutes. Secondly, I like that I can make the mixed berry syrup ahead of time. And, lastly, we all love the hearty pancakes, sweet syrup, and fluffy whipped cream.

The Equipment I Used

  • An Electric Mixer- If you want to make the whipped cream, you’ll need a mixer.
  • A Nonstick Pan- Use a nonstick pan to cook the pancakes.
  • A Food Scale- For perfect pancakes every time, use a food scale to weigh your flour.
  • A Sifter- Use a sifter to sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

The Ingredients Needed for Apple Pancakes with Blueberry Syrup

  • Butter- Use unsalted butter. I always use Kerry Gold Irish butter.
  • Heavy Cream- Use heavy cream to make the whipped cream. Don’t use light cream or half and half.
  • Vanilla Extract- Use this to flavor the whipped cream. Use pure vanilla extract.
  • Flour- Be sure to use all-purpose flour.
  • Sour Cream- You can use sour cream or whole milk yogurt in the pancake batter.
  • Milk- Use whole milk, not lowfat or skim milk.
  • Apple- Use any kind of apple that you like. Be sure to peel it and then grate it.

How I Made my Pancakes

  • First, I made my whipped cream. Then, I chilled it until it in the refrigerator while I made the pancakes.
  • Next, I made the berry syrup. Be sure to watch the syrup so that it doesn’t burn.
  • Finally, I made the pancakes. When the bubbles appeared, I flipped the pancakes. I served the pancakes with the syrup and whipped cream.

If you like pancakes, you need to try these light and fluffy Apple Pancakes with Berry Syrup.

Apple Pancakes with Berry Syrup
Apple Pancakes with Berry Syrup
Apple Pancakes with Berry Syrup

Apple Pancakes with Berry Syrup

Pancakes filled with shredded apples and topped with berry syrup and whipped cream.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Whipped Cream:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp. granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract

For the Berry Syrup:

  • 1½ cup mixed berries, fresh or frozen
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tsp. cornstarch

For the Apple Pancakes:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
  • 1 tbsp. baking powder
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • 1 tbsp. sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp. melted butter
  • 1 cup peeled and grated apples
  • 2 tbsp. butter, for greasing the pan

Instructions
 

For the Whipped Cream:

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, with the whisk attachment on, start beating the cream on low power. Start on low and gradually increase the speed to high. When the cream starts to thicken add the vanilla and sugar. Beat until the cream is fluffy.

For the Berry Syrup:

  • Put all the ingredients in a 3 quart saucepan, and simmer for 12 minutes or until thick and syrupy.

For the Apple Pancakes:

  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar into a large mixing bowl.
  • In a second bowl, beat together the egg, milk, and sour cream. Then stir this mixture into the flour mixture. Mix just until no flour streaks remain. Stir in the melted butter, and then the apples.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle, and melt a teaspoon of butter. Depending on what size you want your pancakes, ladle the correct amount of batter onto the skillet. When bubbles appear, flip your pancakes. Add more butter, as necessary.
  • Top pancakes with syrup and whipped cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal
Keyword pancakes
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Apricot and Almond Granola Bars

Apricot and Almond Granola Bars

Apricot and Almond Granola Bars are one of our favorite sweet treats. I start these bars by mixing together oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, and dried apricots. Then, I stir them together with butter, sugar, and maple syrup. Next, I bake the bars until they’re nice 

Pork Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

Pork Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

Pork Tacos with Pineapple Salsa are one of our favorite winter dinners. I start this recipe by making some zesty bourbon barbecue sauce. Then, I bake some pulled pork, until it’s fall-apart tender. Finally, I spoon the pork and barbecue sauce into flour tortillas and 

Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan

Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan

Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan is one of our favorite winter dinners. I start this chicken dinner by making a marinara sauce, flavored with onion, garlic, and cubanelle peppers. Then, I bread and fry boneless chicken breasts until they’re golden brown and crispy. Next, I top each crispy cutlet with the sauce and parmesan, provolone, and mozzarella cheese. Finally, I bake the chicken just until the cheese melts. We like this chicken dish for several reasons. First of all, I like that I can make this dish in less than one hour. Secondly, I like that parts of this dish can be made ahead of time. I often make the sauce and fry the chicken early in the day. Then, I top the chicken with the sauce and cheese and bake it right before serving it. And, finally, we all love the crispy chicken, the zesty sauce, and the melted cheese topping.

The Equipment I Used

  • A Cast Iron Skillet- I like to fry my chicken cutlets in a cast iron skillet. But you can use any frying pan.

The Ingredients Needed for Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan

  • Chicken- I always use Bell and Evans chicken because I feel that it is the most tender. Use boneless skinless chicken breasts.
  • Tomatoes- I like to use Pomi strained tomatoes that come in a box, because they are not acidic. But you can also use canned plum tomatoes.
  • Chicken Stock- I like to use my homemade chicken stock. The recipe is attached below.

How I Made my Chicken Parmesan

  • First, I made the sauce.
  • Next, I fried the chicken. It’s important to not burn the chicken. Watch the pan constantly, because the chicken will cook quickly.
  • Finally, I topped each chicken cutlet with the sauce and all the cheeses. I baked it until the cheese was all melted.

If you like crispy chicken and melty cheese, you need to try this amazing Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan.

Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan
Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan
Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan

Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan

Extra cheesy chicken parm topped with fresh mozzarella, provolone cheese, and parmesan cheese.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup minced onions
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 box Pomi strained tomatoes, or 28 oz. plum tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 cubanelle pepper, with a slit cut in the side
  • ¼ tsp. kosher salt
  • ½ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • 1 tbsp. fresh oregano
  • ½ cup chicken stock
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • â…” cup all purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper
  • 2 beaten eggs
  • 2 cups plain dried breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp. each minced fresh rosemary, thyme, and oregano
  • 1½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded provolone cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Begin by making the Marinara Sauce: in a Dutch oven heat the olive oil on low heat and cook the onions and one tablespoon of the garlic until they're soft. Add the tomatoes, sugar, a tablespoon of the oregano, the cubanelle pepper, chicken stock, a half teaspoon of the kosher salt, and a quarter teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Simmer uncovered while you fry the chicken. Remove the pepper.
  • Split each breast in half, so that you have 4 thin cutlets. Using a meat pounder, pound them even thinner. Prepare a dredging station with three bowls: fill the first bowl with the flour and a quarter teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Fill the second bowl with the eggs. Fill the third bowl with the breadcrumbs, a quarter teaspoon each of the kosher salt and red pepper flakes, a tablespoon of the minced garlic, the herbs, and one cup of the Parmesan.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet with a quarter inch of the vegetable oil on medium high heat. The oil is ready when a small piece of chicken sizzles immediately. Dip each piece of chicken in each of the three bowls- first flour, then eggs, and finally breadcrumbs. Fry two cutlets at a time until they're golden brown on each side and cooked through. Drain the chicken on a wire rack over a baking dish.
  • When all the chicken is cooked. Top them with a spoonful of sauce (you can freeze the rest of the sauce). Then sprinkle on mozzarella, provolone, and a half cup of the parmesan cheese. Bake until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal
Keyword Chicken
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Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce

Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce

Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce is one of our favorite seafood dinners. I start this lobster dish by making a fresh tomato puttanesca sauce. Then, I add cooked lobster and heat it until it’s just warmed through. Finally, I toss the lobster and sauce 

Peppermint White Chocolate Biscotti

Peppermint White Chocolate Biscotti

Peppermint White Chocolate Biscotti are one of our favorite Christmas treats. I start these cookies by stirring together an easy biscotti batter. Then, I bake the biscotti and slice them into thin strips. Finally, I dip them into melted white chocolate and crushed candy canes. 

Watermelon Feta and Pomegranate Salad

Watermelon Feta and Pomegranate Salad

Watermelon Feta and Pomegranate Salad is one of our favorite summer salads. I made it a lot all summer but am just getting around to posting it on this blog now. I start this salad by making a quick Lemon Mint Vinaigrette. Then, I tossed the vinaigrette with arugula, yellow tomatoes, watermelon, feta cheese, mint leaves, and pomegranate seeds. We like this salad for several reasons. First of all, I like that I can make this salad in just about ten minutes. Secondly, I like that I can make this salad ahead of time. Then, I just add the dressing right before serving it. And, lastly, we all love the delicious fruit and the minty vinaigrette.

The Equipment I Used

  • A Salad Spinner- Use this to dry your arugula. If the arugula is wet the vinaigrette won’t cling to it.
  • A Small Jar- I used this to shake up the vinaigrette.
  • A Big Bowl- Use this to toss everything together.

The Ingredients Needed for Watermelon Feta and Pomegranate Salad

  • Arugula- I like to buy the Earthbound Farms organic arugula.
  • Mint Leaves- Mint adds so much great flavor to both the salad and the vinaigrette.
  • Pomegranate Seeds- Removing these from the fruit can be time consuming, but it’s worth it.
  • Feta Cheese- Store any leftover cheese in the freezer.
  • Oil- Use extra virgin olive oil to make the vinaigrette. Use a good quality olive oil. I like the California Olive Ranch brand.
  • Lemon Juice- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice.

How I Made my Salad

  • First, I made the vinaigrette. I just put all the ingredients in a small jar and shook them up.
  • Then, I put all the greens and everything else in a big bowl.
  • Finally, I drizzled on some of the dressing and tossed everything together.

If you like watermelon, you need to try this fresh and juicy Watermelon Feta and Pomegranate Salad.

Watermelon Feta and Pomegranate Salad
Watermelon Feta and Pomegranate Salad
Watermelon Feta and Pomegranate Salad

Watermelon Feta and Pomegranate Salad

Arugula tossed with feta cheese, mint, pomegranates, watermelon, and yellow tomato. Tossed with a Lemon Mint Vinaigrette.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad, Vegetables
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 110 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups baby arugula
  • ¼ cup each mint leaves and pomegranate seeds
  • 2 cups watermelon cubes
  • 1 yellow tomato, chopped
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled

For the Lemon Mint Vinaigrette:

  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp. each honey and lemon zest
  • ¼ cup mint leaves, sliced

Instructions
 

  • Begin by making the Lemon Mint Vinaigrette: Simply shake all the ingredients together in a small jar.
  • Then, toss together the arugula, watermelon, mint, pomegranate, yellow tomato and cheese. Add as much vinaigrette as you like and toss some more.

Nutrition

Serving: 90gCalories: 110kcal
Keyword salad, vegetables
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Lobster Linguini Fra Diavolo

Lobster Linguini Fra Diavolo

Lobster Linguini Fra Diavolo is one of our favorite seafood dinners. I start this pasta dish by making a spicy Fra diavolo tomato sauce. Then, I stir in lots of cooked lobster and al dente linguini. Finally, I top it all off with fresh basil