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Brisk Bruschetta
This speedy take on the classic Italian Bruschetta is a perfect starter for any meal. It's a vibrant blend of fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic atop crunchy bread slices.
Ingredients: 4 slices of baguette 2 tomatoes 1 clove garlic A handful of fresh basil 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions: Toast ...Read more

Plan Z Fudge Cake
Hints for Traveling on a Diet
One of my husband’s favorite sayings is “Don’t fuel your body where you fuel your car.” Remember how you used to run in and grab a packet of those peanut butter crackers and a Diet Coke? Maybe you even added a bag of licorice strands?
Well, if you want to maintain your weight, I suggest you not do ...Read more
Whispering Pines Pesto Pasta
Taste the freshness of the forest with Whispering Pines Pesto Pasta. The aroma of basil and the tanginess of Parmesan cheese in the pesto sauce bring the whispers of the pines to your dinner table.
Ingredients 200g pasta 1 cup fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlicInstructions ...Read more
Grand Greek Tzatziki Dip
Dive into the refreshing flavors of the Mediterranean with this classic Greek dip. Grand Greek Tzatziki Dip is perfect for a sunny afternoon snack.
Ingredients Greek yogurt Cucumber GarlicInstructions Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess water.
Mix with Greek yogurt and minced garlic.
This dip is a ...Read more
Charming Chicken Soup
Cosy up with this comforting and simple meal. Charming Chicken Soup is like a warm hug in a bowl, a soothing blend of familiar flavors.
Ingredients Chicken broth Noodles CarrotsInstructions Boil the chicken broth in a pot.
Add the noodles and sliced carrots.
Cook until the noodles are tender.
Like a...Read more
Extraordinary Exotic Fruit Platter
Celebrate the bounty of the tropics with this colorful breakfast platter. Extraordinary Exotic Fruit Platter is a feast for the eyes and the palate.
Ingredients Dragon fruit Star fruit PassionfruitInstructions Slice the fruits and arrange them attractively on a plate.
Enjoy the fresh, juicy flavors of these exotic ...Read more

A two-part cook unlocks layers of earthy sweetness in this humble tuber
Sweet potatoes present certain advantages over regular potatoes when it comes to mashing: They contain more moisture, less starch, and smaller starch granules, so they cook up smooth and creamy. The only problem is that their looser structure absorbs more moisture during a boil, waterlogging the potatoes and diluting their flavor. We cooked the ...Read more
Snowfall Vanilla Ice Cream
Create your very own winter wonderland, whatever the season, with this Snowfall Vanilla Ice Cream. As the ice cream maker churns and spins, it whips up a fluffy blizzard of rich cream and aromatic vanilla, creating a dessert as enchanting as the first snowfall.
Ingredients 2 cups of heavy cream 1 cup of whole milk 3/4 cup of ...Read more
Quick Queso Fundido
This speedy version of the Mexican classic will have your guests shouting 'Olé!' in no time.
Ingredients: 1 cup grated cheese Jalapeños Tortilla chipsInstructions: Melt cheese and jalapeños in a skillet until bubbly.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Quick Queso Fundido is a bite-sized fiesta that's ...Read more

Dark Chocolate Peanut Clusters
P Is for Party
I was reading a design magazine recently and saw a party planning feature. The woman was talking about how you don’t need to know how to cook (even a lick), but you can still have a cocktail party.
She said all you need are the 3 Ps.
Parmesan, potato chips and prosecco.
That’s it.
Her idea was that you go out and ...Read more
Speedy Strawberry Shortcake
This quick strawberry shortcake is a delightful, fruity treat. Done in no time, it's a perfect last-minute dessert.
Ingredients: 2 shortcakes 1 cup strawberries 1 cup whipped creamInstructions: Slice the strawberries and layer them on the shortcakes.
Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream before serving.
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Noontide Nosh Greek Salad
Find refreshment in the heart of the day with Noontide Nosh Greek Salad. The medley of juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta is as refreshing and satisfying as a noontide breeze.
Ingredients 2 tomatoes, chopped 1 cucumber, chopped 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to ...Read more
Daytime Dazzle Shrimp Scampi
Light up your day with Daytime Dazzle Shrimp Scampi. The tender shrimp sautéed in a garlicky butter sauce is as dazzling and satisfying as a bright daytime sky.
Ingredients 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons butter 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste Lemon wedges for servingInstructions ...Read more
Noonlight Nibble Tomato Bruschetta
Experience the simplicity of the midday sun with Noonlight Nibble Tomato Bruschetta. The juicy tomatoes on crunchy toasted bread is as straightforward and delightful as the clear noon light.
Ingredients 4 slices of bread 2 tomatoes, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced Olive oil for drizzling Salt and pepper to tasteInstruction...Read more
Quirky Quail Egg Toast
Inject some gourmet flair into your breakfast with this elegant toast. Quirky Quail Egg Toast is a testament to the joy of simple luxury.
Ingredients Bread Quail eggs Truffle saltInstructions Toast the bread to your liking.
Cook the quail eggs to your preference and place them on the toast.
Finish with a ...Read more

This lamb is fall-off-the-bone tender and deeply flavorful
Braising lamb shanks turns this richly flavored but tough cut of meat meltingly tender. However, the high fat content of lamb all too often leads to a greasy sauce. We avoid this pitfall by trimming the shanks well and then browning them before adding liquid to get a head start on rendering their fat. We also de-fat the braising liquid after the...Read more
Starlit Symphony Strawberry Shortcake
Experience the symphony of a starlit night with this divine strawberry shortcake. As delightful and refreshing as a star-studded sky, this dessert is a melodic blend of juicy strawberries and fluffy shortcakes.
Ingredients 1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced 1/4 cup sugar 8 ready-made shortcakes Whipped cream for ...Read more
Winter Solstice Chocolate Fondue
Indulge in the luxurious comfort of Winter Solstice Chocolate Fondue. Rich, melted chocolate paired with your choice of dippable delights creates a dessert as inviting and comforting as a warm fireside on a winter night.
Ingredients 200g of dark chocolate 1 cup of heavy cream A selection of fruit and marshmallows for ...Read more

Chocolate Cupcakes
When I was little, I attended a Catholic grade school. I learned about St. Nicholas Day from the nuns. I brought my new-found knowledge home to my mom and she went right along with it.
I was really into gifts (still am), so when the nuns told me you were supposed to put your shoes by the front door and gifts would appear the next morning, I was...Read more
Harvest Moon Apple Pie
Celebrate the bounty of autumn with the Harvest Moon Apple Pie. The warm, sweet aroma of baked apples and cinnamon swirling under a delicate crust is a treat that echoes the beauty of a harvest moon.
Ingredients 5 apples 1 roll of pie dough 1/2 cup of sugar 1 teaspoon of cinnamon Butter for greasingInstructions Preheat...Read more