Best Southern Fried Chicken Ingredients: 16 chicken drumsticks (or a combination of drumsticks and thighs) 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 1 1/2 tablespoons Tabasco sauce 2 teaspoons salt 2 tablespoons black pepper (divided) 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Vegetable oil (for frying, about 3 cups) Preparation: Step 1: Heat the warming drawer or […]
homemade no-churn ice cream Here’s a simple and delicious homemade no-churn ice cream recipe you can make with just a few ingredients — no ice cream maker required! Basic No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream Ingredients: 2 cups (1 pint) heavy whipping cream (cold) 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk 1 tbsp vanilla extract (or paste) Instructions: Whip […]
Balls made of leftover turkey and stuffing During the holidays, we often have a lot of extra turkey and stuffing. Instead of just reheating them, why not try making something different and tasty with those leftovers? Leftover Turkey Stuffing Balls are a great way to transform your holiday leftovers into a fun and tasty bite-sized […]
Yes, surprisingly, toothpaste—specifically the minty kind—can act as a natural repellent and minor insecticide against cockroaches and ants. Here’s how and why: How Toothpaste Affects Cockroaches and Ants Strong Scent (Menthol/Mint Oil) Most commercial toothpastes contain menthol, peppermint oil, or eucalyptus—scents that overwhelm insects’ sensory receptors and repel them. Ants, in particular, rely heavily on scent trails; strong mint odors disrupt these trails and their navigation. Toxic Ingredients (to […]
Creamy potato and ham gratin — a cheesy, comforting bake that’s perfect for a quick dinner. Ingredients (serves 4): 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 200 g of diced cooked ham 1 cup (240 ml) double cream 1 cup (240 ml) milk 1 cup of grated cheese (Gruyère, Cheddar or a mixture) 2 cloves […]
Corned beef pie with chips and mushy peas with gravy. Ingredients: For the pie: 2 sheets of shortcrust pastry (store-bought or homemade). 1 x 340 g tin of corned beef 3–4 medium potatoes (about 500 g), peeled and cubed 1 medium onion, finely chopped 25 g butter Salt and pepper, to taste 1 beaten egg […]
Homemade Corned Beef Pie Recipe Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 40–45 minutes 🍽 Serves: 4–6 Ingredients: For the filling: 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil or butter 1 tin (340–400 g) of corned beef, cubed or mashed 2–3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced Salt and black pepper (to taste). 1 […]
Beef Wellington Beef Wellington recipe: Ingredients (serves 6): For the beef: 1.2–1.5 kg (2.6–3.3 lbs) of centre-cut, trimmed beef fillet 2 tbsp vegetable oil Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 tbsp English or Dijon mustard For the mushroom duxelles: 500 g (1.1 lbs) of finely chopped chestnut mushrooms 2 tbsp unsalted butter 2 shallots, […]
INSTRUCTIONS: Whip the cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form (about 3–4 minutes). Mix in the condensed milk and vanilla: In a separate bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk with the vanilla extract. Gently fold the whipped cream into the condensed […]
Ingredients 16 chicken drumsticks (or a combination of drumsticks and thighs) 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 1 1/2 tablespoons Tabasco sauce 2 teaspoons salt ADVERTISEMENT 2 tablespoons black pepper (divided) 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Vegetable oil (for frying, about 3 cups) Preparation Step 1: Heat the warming drawer or oven to 200 F. Step […]