Frying apple cider donuts at home is shockingly simple. You just need a large heavy-bottomed pot and a thermometer, and you’re good to go. You can reuse the frying oil at least one to two more times by allowing it to cool and straining it through a fine-mesh sieve. So, if you make these donuts, make the most out of the oil by making my homemade Churros or Funnel Cakes as well....

I love to have warm apple pie topped with Vanilla ice cream (or frozen yogurt now days). I have been savoring this apple pie every night since I baked them. The first day when I baked it I wanted to make it as the mini apple pies. For some reason ( I came to know the reason later, thanks to Swathi for her suggestions), my pie did not retain its shape and I could not take it off the muffin tin in one piece....

You might want to add this Asian Noodle Salad in Peanut Dressing or Thai Green Papaya Salad to compliment these delicious pulled pork sandwiches. Pulled pork in all its forms comes up as a frequent request in my house. But I don’t make it all that often as it takes a bit of planning and time. Not a dish to make on a whim. But due to its popularity, I can’t get away with taking it off the menu....

Each date is halved and then stuffed with creamy cheese before being wrapped in bacon. This is a fun appetizer to make in an assembly line with family or friends while sipping drinks. The stuffed dates bake in just 20 minutes, making this a simple recipe that delivers big on flavor. For more appetizer recipes, try my mini quiche recipe, bacon wrapped shrimp, or bruschetta recipe. What You Need to Make This Recipe Dates – whole Medjool dates are my preferred variety for this recipe because they are just the right size and are perfectly soft and plump....

The rich and smoky flavor of bacon paired with the delicate sweetness of shrimp makes it so irresistible. The bacon adds a crispy and salty layer, while the shrimp remains tender and juicy. It makes for such a wonderful texture and flavor combination. If you’re throwing a party and want another easy appetizer recipe to serve, then try my buffalo chicken dip recipe, deviled egg recipe, or bruschetta recipe....

published Feb 02, 2022, updated Apr 06, 2022 Chinese BBQ Pork Buns, or Char Siu Bao, are an incredibly popular Chinese dish. It is a form of dim sum that is commonly served either baked or steamed. It’s delicious either way, but I prefer to bake them! My goal was to make incredibly fluffy pork bao buns, made possible by the Asian flour paste (tangzhong) used in the dough. It really makes all the difference and is well worth the extra step....

Serve on the side of our Porcupine Meatballs in Creamy Tomato Sauce (Tefteli) or explore our Russian Recipe Collection for more inspiration. I’ve been waiting to write about this salad for months and it’s finally the right time of the year when it’s appropriate! What is Salad Vinegret? Truth is this salad is great in any season but since it heavily relies of preserved vegetables like pickles and root vegetables, it’s eaten more often in cold months....

published Jan 13, 2021 Origin of Berbere Spice Mix Berbere (pronounced bare-bur-AY ) is an Ethiopian seasoning that is used to make many different dishes. The blend is aromatic, with what some describe as a combination of spicy, sweet, and citrus flavors. While the flavors are warm, this addictive spicy heat is one of my personal favorites. The subtle citrus notes brighten up and balance out the earthiness. Think cinnamon, allspice, fenugreek and chiles!...

Summer brings lots of exciting family activities. One such activity we enjoy is Berry picking. Fresh berries have an intense flavor and it is a fun snack. Blueberries and Strawberries are very predominant in the area where we live. There are a lot of desserts that use berries and this Blueberry Muffins With Cinnamon Crumb Topping is one of those. I always enjoy Blueberry muffins that I get from the stores but worry about the fat and unwanted stuff in the muffins....

Do you love crunchy chicken recipes? Try my Crispy Asian Chicken Bites for a little Asian flair, and my Crispy Oven Fried Chicken tastes so comforting! Easy BBQ Boneless Chicken Wings I love boneless wings! They are one of my favorite appetizers to get when I am out to eat. These Honey Barbecue Boneless Chicken Wings are loaded with tons of sauce, crispy, and super easy to make. The Chicken is baked instead of fried and is coated in a 3 step breading process to make sure it is extra crispy....

Say hello to my latest obsession. A meatless butternut squash and black bean enchilada casserole. I have been on the enchilada casserole train since last week and don’t like i’ll ever get off! Last Monday, I made this enchilada lasagna for meatless Monday, half positive that the hubby would think i’m trying to convert him into a vegetarian. But luckily he not only loved it, he went as far as to say he didn’t even miss the meat....

published Sep 20, 2023, updated Aug 14, 2024 If you’re a fan of pasta bakes, this parmesan-crusted baked ziti recipe is going to rock your world. Tender pasta, rich marinara sauce, and spicy meat are baked in layers of rich cheese to create this comforting meal. It is a zesty, savory, and cheesy masterpiece! Although it will be tempting to gobble the baked ziti right out of the oven, I highly recommend waiting....

If you are looking for more dinner inspiration, check out my Turkey Burgers, Homemade Chicken Shawarma, or Swedish Meatballs; they’re some of my favorites! What You Need to Make this Recipe Chicken breasts – I like to pound them slightly, making them an even thickness but not too thin to help them cook evenly. Be sure to find breasts that are similar in size as well. I would avoid getting bone-in skin-on breasts to keep this a quick and easy recipe....

*that’s the French flag, btw Feeling the French vibes, but not the chicken? My boneless pork chops with apples and cider offer the same creamy sauce and can be served with all the suggestions below. What is Chicken Fricassée? The French might call it fricassée, but we might call it chicken casserole, or chicken stew! It’s a gently comforting dish of chicken stewed to juicy perfection in white wine and cream with plump mushrooms lazily bobbing about in the sauce....

published May 06, 2024, updated Aug 14, 2024 This chicken piccata recipe takes just 30 minutes to make! Even so, we’re not cutting any corners when it comes to flavor, texture, or presentation. My menu of Italian recipes varies from authentic (zuppa toscana, tagliatelle bolognese) to inventive (stuffed lasagna roll-ups). Chicken piccata is authentic, for sure, but is at its roots an Italian-American meal. It sprung up around the 1930s and contains many of the bright, fragrant ingredients associated with Southern Italy, including salty capers and just the right amount of lemon juice!...

Pro Tips For the Best Chocolate Peppermint Cake If you’re not using 6-inch pans, double the recipe for 8-inch pans or triple the recipe for 9-inch pans. If you see little clumps of butter after you mix the wet ingredients don’t panic, it all works out by the time you mix in the dry ingredients. You can even use melted butter and warm the milk and sour cream up a bit if you like....

I recently joined a new baking group called the Home Baker’s Challenge. This was my first bake with the group and it turned out to be a wonderful one. In my house, the debate for vanilla Vs chocolate is always on. My husband and little one are chocoholics, whereas me and my older one prefer vanilla over chocolate anytime. This cookie turned out to be a perfect piece to satisfy both our taste buds....

Let me lay it out for you. We’re quickly approaching the warmer months. It may still seem like a foreign concept to our friends in the north. I see you still wrapping up in layers and winter coats. But when you live in Texas, tomorrow it could be warm enough here to teeter-totter our way into summer for good, just like that. Which then means, we’re running short on time to get ‘summer bod 2018’ together....

If you’re a bit intimidated by making pie crusts check out my full how to with all the tips and tricks! PRO TIPS FOR THIS CREAM PIE You can make this pie a day or three ahead, served chilled and it will be delicious! Vanilla beans are pretty expensive you can sub in a tablespoon of vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste for a very similar flavor. Adding foil to the pie shell props it up during baking this is especially important when using a glass pie dish, which is quite slippery....

Why You’ll Love Harissa Chickpeas I love chickpeas, so much so that I’ve already shared a (constantly growing) round-up of my favorite vegan chickpea recipes. I mean, they’re inexpensive, loaded with nutrients, fiber, and plant-based protein, and so quick (using canned) to turn into hearty, satisfying meals like harissa chickpeas. With only simple, inexpensive pantry ingredients, this spicy chickpea stew is easy to prepare and loaded with bold flavors – smoky, spicy, creamy, and a little sweet....