Category: Recipes

  • Butter Cake Rich

    Butter Cake Rich

    Ingredients:
    1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (cooked and cooled)
    1 cup unsalted butter, softened
    2 cups granulated sugar
    4 large eggs
    2 cups all-purpose flour
    1 teaspoon baking powder
    1 teaspoon baking soda
    1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    ½ teaspoon salt
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    ½ cup buttermilk

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
    2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
    3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
    4. Stir in the mashed sweet potatoes and vanilla extract until well combined.
    5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
    6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
    7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
    8. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
    10. Serve plain or with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

    Prep: 15 min | Cook: 35 min | Total: 50 min
    Servings: 12 | Calories: 350 per serving

  • Snack Cravings with 2 Ingredient Pizza Chips

    Snack Cravings with 2 Ingredient Pizza Chips

    Ingredients:

    Cheese, Pepperoni

    Directions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
    2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    3. Grate cheese and place small mounds on the baking sheet, flattening them slightly.
    4. Top with pepperoni.
    5. Bake for about 5-7 minutes or until the edges are golden and crispy.
    6. Let cool slightly, then serve with marinara or enjoy on their own.

    Prep time: 10 minutes

    Cooking time: 5-7 minutes

    Nutritional values: Approximately 150 calories per serving, 12g protein, 1g carbohydrates, and 11g fat.

    These 2-Ingredient Pizza Chips are a simple treat that might just make their way into your weekly snacking routine.

  • Steak in Creamy Cajun Shrimp Sauce (Surf & Turf)

    Steak in Creamy Cajun Shrimp Sauce (Surf & Turf)

    🍽️ Serves: 2–4

    ⏱️ Time: 40 minutes

    🧂 Ingredients:

    For the steak:
    • 2–4 ribeye, filet mignon, or sirloin steaks
    • Salt & pepper, to taste
    • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
    • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
    • 2 sprigs thyme or rosemary (optional, for basting)

    For the Cajun shrimp sauce:
    • 1/2 lb (225g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined
    • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
    • 1 tbsp butter
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1/2 cup heavy cream
    • 1/4 cup chicken broth (or white wine)
    • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional, for richness)
    • Salt & pepper, to taste
    • Fresh parsley or chopped green onion, for garnish
    • A squeeze of lemon, optional

    🔥 Instructions:

    1. Prepare the Steaks:
      • Pat steaks dry, season generously with salt and pepper.
      • Heat a heavy skillet (cast iron is best) over high heat with olive oil or butter.
      • Sear steaks 3–5 minutes per side (depending on thickness) for medium-rare.
      • Add garlic and herbs during the last minute and spoon butter over steaks.
      • Remove and rest the steaks, tented with foil.
    2. Cook the Shrimp:
      • Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
      • In the same skillet, add a bit more butter if needed and sauté shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until just pink and opaque.
      • Remove shrimp and set aside.
    3. Make the Creamy Cajun Sauce:
      • Lower heat to medium. Add garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
      • Pour in chicken broth (or wine) and scrape up any browned bits.
      • Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan (if using). Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
      • Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, or more Cajun spice.
      • Return shrimp to the sauce to warm through.
    4. Plate & Serve:
      • Spoon creamy shrimp sauce over the rested steak.
      • Garnish with fresh parsley, lemon juice, or extra Cajun seasoning.
      • Serve with mashed potatoes, garlic butter rice, or roasted veggies.
  • Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps

    Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps

    Melted Cheese with Garlic Chicken Tortilla Wraps

    Ingredients:

    2 cups cooked shredded or chopped chicken (rotisserie works great)

    1 tbsp olive oil

    1 tsp garlic powder

    ½ tsp onion powder

    Salt and black pepper to taste

    1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

    ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

    ¼ cup cream cheese, softened

    2 tbsp mayonnaise or sour cream

    2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)

    4 large flour tortillas

    2 tbsp melted butter

    1 tsp minced garlic (for brushing)

    Optional: baby spinach, lettuce, or sliced tomatoes for extra filling

    Directions:

    In a large bowl, mix the cooked chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, mozzarella, cheddar, cream cheese, mayo (or sour cream), and parsley until well combined.

    Lay out each tortilla and spoon the cheesy chicken mixture evenly across the center. Add optional veggies if desired.

    Roll up each tortilla tightly, tucking in the sides to form a wrap.

    In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic. Brush this mixture over each wrap.

    Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the wraps seam-side down and cook for 2–3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crisp.

    Serve warm and enjoy gooey, garlicky, cheesy perfection in every bite!

    Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes

    Kcal: ~450 kcal per wrap | Servings: 4

  • Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Penne in Creamy Parmesan Sauce

    Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Penne in Creamy Parmesan Sauce

    Ingredients:

    2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

    2 tablespoons unsalted butter

    4 cloves garlic, minced

    1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

    1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

    Salt and pepper to taste

    1 cup heavy cream

    1/2 cup chicken broth

    1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

    8 oz penne pasta

    1 tablespoon olive oil

    Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

    Directions:

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

    Season the chicken with salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika.

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 6–7 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.

    In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes, just until fragrant.

    Stir in the Cajun seasoning left in the pan with the butter and garlic, then pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer for 4–5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

    Reduce heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

    Return the chicken to the skillet, along with the cooked penne pasta. Toss everything together until the pasta is coated in the creamy Cajun garlic sauce.

    Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

    Cooking Time: 30 minutes

    Servings: 4

    Calories: Approximately 700 per serving

  • EASY PINEAPPLE FRIDGE TART

    EASY PINEAPPLE FRIDGE TART


    Ingredients
    1 Packet Tennis biscuits
    1 Tin Crushed pineapple (or pineapple pieces)
    1 Tin Ideal milk (evaporated milk)
    1 Packet of Pineapple flavour jelly

    Leave ideal milk in the fridge overnight.
    Drain the pineapple juice into a pot, place it on the stove on medium heat and empty the jelly powder into the juice. Stir until the jelly has dissolved. Take the jelly juice mixture off the heat and leave to cool down.
    Take your ideal milk from the fridge, pour into a bowl and beat until it is double its size and light and fluffy.
    Take the cooled down jelly mixture and fold into the fluffy ideal milk. Fold the crushed pineapple (or finely chopped pineapple pieces) to the ideal milk as well.
    In a square dish, layer whole pieces of Tennis biscuits closely together, until the base of the dish is covered with a single layer. Pour the mixture over the biscuits.
    Take two or three tennis biscuits and crush them to sprinkle lightly over the dish. Leave the tart in the fridge for 2 hours and serve. Do not leave in the fridge for longer than a day as it will start to dry out.

  • Flavorful Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry

    Flavorful Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry

    Ingredients:

    1 lb beef (flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced)

    2 tablespoons vegetable oil

    1 large onion, thinly sliced

    2 cloves garlic, minced

    1 tablespoon ginger, minced

    1 tablespoon soy sauce

    1 tablespoon oyster sauce

    1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

    1 teaspoon sugar

    ½ teaspoon black pepper

    ¼ cup beef broth

    1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

    2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

    Cooked white rice, for serving

    Directions:

    Prepare the Beef:

    Slice the beef thinly against the grain into strips. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Add the beef to the bowl and toss to coat. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes.

    Stir-Fry the Beef:

    Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned on both sides. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.

    Sauté the Aromatics:

    In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the sliced onion, garlic, and ginger, and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened and fragrant.

    Combine the Beef & Sauce:

    Return the cooked beef to the skillet and add the beef broth. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a little water to make a slurry, then stir it into the skillet and cook until the sauce thickens.

    Finish & Serve:

    Once the sauce is thickened and everything is well combined, garnish with chopped green onions. Serve the stir-fry over hot cooked white rice and enjoy!

    Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
    Kcal: ~350 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

  • Creamy spaghetti with shrimp and chorizo

    Creamy spaghetti with shrimp and chorizo

    Ingredients (for 2-3 people):
    250 grams of spaghetti
    200 grams of peeled shrimp
    100 g chorizo (strong or mild, depending on your taste)
    1 small can of crushed tomatoes (approx. 200 g)
    1 shallot or 1 small chopped onion
    2 minced garlic cloves
    20 cl sour cream (or whole liquid cream)
    Olive oil
    Sel, poivre
    Paprika (optional)
    Herbs of Provence or dried basil
    Shredded Parmesan (optional)

    👨 🍳 Preparation:
    Pasta baking:
    Cook the spaghetti in a large saucepan of salt water according to the instructions on the package. Drain them with a lump of boiling water.
    Preparing the chorizo:
    Cut the chorizo into pieces. Bake them in a greasy free skillet for 3-4 minutes, until well golden brown. Take them out and book them
    Cooking some shrimp :
    In the same frying pan, add a pinch of olive oil. Bring back the shallot and garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side. Slightly dirty and peppy.
    Adding tomatoes and cream:
    Add mashed tomatoes, let simmer 2-3 minutes. Then insert the sour cream. Put back the chorizo, add a pinch of paprika, salt, pepper and herbs. Let it simmer for another 5 mins over low heat.
    Final mix:
    Incorporate the pasta into the sauce. Add a little boiling water if needed to cool down the sauce. Mix well to coat spaghetti.
    Finishing:
    Nice warm greenhouse, with a pepper mill tower and grated parmesan if you like.

  • Crispy Goat Cheese & Honey Bites

    Crispy Goat Cheese & Honey Bites

    INGREDIENTS:

    • 8 oz goat cheese log, chilled
    • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
    • 1 egg, beaten
    • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
    • 3 tbsp honey
    • 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper
    • 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

    DIRECTIONS:

    Slice the chilled goat cheese into 1/2-inch thick rounds. If they’re too soft to slice, freeze for 10 minutes first.

    Dredge each slice in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and coat fully in panko breadcrumbs.

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

    Fry the goat cheese rounds for 1–2 minutes per side or until golden brown and crisp.

    Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with thyme and freshly cracked black pepper just before serving.

    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Calories: 210 kcal per serving
    Servings: 4

    These bites are crisp, creamy, and bursting with sweet-savory flavor — perfect for an appetizer, brunch board, or elegant snack. 😋

  • Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo

    Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo

    Ingredients:

    1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off, your preference)

    1 cup all-purpose flour

    1 teaspoon salt

    1/2 teaspoon black pepper

    1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

    1/4 teaspoon paprika

    2 large eggs, lightly beaten

    2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

    Vegetable oil, for frying

    Optional: Lime wedges for serving

    Sweet Chili Mayo:

    1/2 cup mayonnaise

    1/4 cup sweet chili sauce (adjust to taste)

    1 tablespoon lime juice

    1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional, for extra tang)

    Instructions:

    1. Prepare the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. This helps the coconut adhere better.
    2. Season the flour: In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
    3. Prepare the dredging station: Set up three shallow dishes: one with the seasoned flour, one with the beaten eggs, and one with the shredded coconut.
    4. Dredge the shrimp: First, dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then, dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, coat the shrimp completely in the shredded coconut. Gently press the coconut to help it adhere.
    5. Fry the shrimp: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the shrimp in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The shrimp should be opaque and pink throughout.
    6. Drain the shrimp: Remove the shrimp from the oil and place them on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
    7. Make the sweet chili mayo: While the shrimp are frying, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and rice vinegar (if using) in a small bowl until well combined. Taste and adjust the sweetness or spiciness to your preference.
    8. Serve: Serve the coconut shrimp immediately with the sweet chili mayo for dipping. Garnish with lime wedges, if desired. Enjoy!