THE ABSOLUTE BEST COCONUT CREAM PIE The Absolute Best Coconut Cream Pie This is the ultimate coconut lover’s dream pie: a toasted coconut crust, a silky, rich custard packed with coconut flavor, a mountain of fresh whipped cream, and a crisp toasted coconut topping. Every component is homemade and designed for maximum coconut impact. Prep […]
Fideo With Potatoes And Ground Beef Fideo con Papas y Carne Molida (Vermicelli with Potatoes and Ground Beef) This comforting, one-pot Mexican dish combines toasted vermicelli pasta, savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and a rich tomato broth. It’s hearty, flavorful, and the ultimate weeknight comfort food. Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Serves: […]
Coconut Curry Shrimp Ingredients 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 small onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 1–2 tablespoons red curry paste (adjust for heat) 1 can (14 oz / 400 ml) coconut milk 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional) 1 teaspoon brown […]
Ingredients 2 cups granulated sugar ½ cup evaporated milk ¼ cup light corn syrup ¼ cup unsalted butter Pinch of salt 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups mixed nuts or peanuts/pecans (chopped or whole) Instructions Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, corn syrup, butter, […]
Ingredients 2 lb carrots, peeled and sliced (or baby carrots) ½ cup honey ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces ½ cup water or apple juice ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional) 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thicker glaze) Instructions Add […]
Ingredients 2 cups granulated sugar ½ cup evaporated milk ¼ cup light corn syrup ¼ cup unsalted butter Pinch of salt 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups chopped pecans Instructions Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment. Set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, corn syrup, butter, and salt. Cook […]
Ingredients Chocolate Cake 1¾ cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 cups sugar 1½ tsp baking powder 1½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 2 eggs 1 cup buttermilk ½ cup vegetable oil 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup hot coffee or hot water Chocolate Frosting 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 3½ cups […]
Ingredients Black Velvet Cake 2½ cups all-purpose flour 1 cup black cocoa powder (for deep color & flavor) 2 cups sugar 1½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 2 eggs, room temperature 1½ cups buttermilk ¾ cup vegetable oil 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp white vinegar 1 cup hot coffee […]
cheeseburgers! Ingredients 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness) Salt & black pepper 4 burger buns 4 slices cheese (American, cheddar, or Swiss) Butter or oil for pan/grill Optional Toppings Lettuce • tomato • onion • pickles • bacon • ketchup • mustard • mayo Instructions Form the Patties Divide beef into 4 loose balls […]
Salmon Croquettes (Old-Fashioned and Crispy) Ingredients (serves 4): For the croquettes: 2 cups of cooked, flaked salmon (canned salmon works well – make sure you drain it and remove the bones) 1 large egg ½ cup of finely chopped onion ¼ cup of green bell pepper, finely chopped 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional) ½ cup […]