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Decadent Dark Chocolate Truffles
Indulge in the luxury of France with these Decadent Dark Chocolate Truffles. These little balls of joy are a delight for the senses.
Ingredients Dark chocolate Heavy cream Cocoa powderInstructions Melt dark chocolate with heavy cream.
Chill, then roll into balls and dust with cocoa powder.
These truffles will...Read more
Fantastic Falafel
Take a culinary journey to the Middle East with Fantastic Falafel. These crispy chickpea balls are a flavorful delight.
Ingredients Canned chickpeas Flour CuminInstructions Mash chickpeas with cumin and flour.
Form into balls and fry until golden.
This Falafel is a vibrant bazaar, where the hearty chickpeas ...Read more
Fabulous French Toast
Infuse your morning with a touch of gourmet elegance. Fabulous French Toast is a symphony of warm flavors, composed to perfection in your breakfast plate.
Ingredients Bread Eggs CinnamonInstructions Beat the eggs and dip the bread slices in it.
Fry the bread in a non-stick pan until golden on both sides.
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Refreshing zaps of ginger punctuate tender, savory pieces of chicken in this simple, cozy Vietnamese braise
This classic of Vietnamese home cooking derives its flavors primarily from the combination of fish sauce and a burnt caramel syrup called nu’o´’c màu. We made a small batch of the syrup by cooking sugar in oil until the sugar bubbled and darkened to the color of soy sauce.
We stopped the cooking by adding the aromatics — ginger, shallot...Read more
Magic Minute Mushroom Risotto
This is a culinary sleight of hand, a Risotto that doesn't require endless stirring. It's mushrooms and rice, swirling together in a creamy ballet of flavors.
Ingredients: 1 cup arborio rice 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 small onion 2 cloves of garlic 1/2 cup of white wine Olive oil ...Read more
Dreamy Dusk Panna Cotta
Slip into the dreamy hues of dusk with this simple yet sophisticated panna cotta. As silky and smooth as a twilight sky, this Italian classic is a poetic end to any meal.
Ingredients 2 cups heavy cream 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon gelatin 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Fresh berries for garnishInstructions Sprinkle gelatin ...Read more

Veggie Stir Fry
As a youngster, I attended a Catholic grade school. In those days we gathered for morning Mass every day. When I was in second grade I was allowed to receive Communion, but that meant I had to fast for 3 hours in advance. So no breakfast at home for me before I hopped on the bus. Instead, I took my breakfast to school with me. Just like ...Read more

Taking their beloved recipes to the grave
MINNEAPOLIS -- Isabella Carlson’s potato rolls are the stuff of legend.
Each holiday season, her four children and 12 grandchildren savor the fluffy rolls, which bake together in a pan and come out the size of baseballs. Hot from the oven. Slathered in butter. Tasting them now, “it’s like you’re coming home,” said Kim Hedlund, of ...Read more

Quick Fix: Winter Squash Soup with Cheddar Cheese Toasts
I was looking for a perfect antidote to a wintry evening. A comforting bowl of winter squash soup paired with golden cheddar cheese toasts is the perfect answer. The soup, made from butternut squash, boasts a velvety texture and a sweet, earthy depth spiced with curry, cinnamon and cumin. Beside it, crisp slices of bread with warm melted, tangy ...Read more
Mighty Morning Milkshake
Jumpstart your day with this mighty morning milkshake. It's a rich, creamy, and energizing blend of your favorite fruits and a scoop of protein powder.
Ingredients: 1 banana 1 cup berries 1 cup almond milk 1 scoop protein powder Ice cubesInstructions: Blend all the ingredients together until smooth.
Pour into...Read more
Brunch Ballad Poached Eggs and Avocado Toast
Experience the ballad of brunch with Brunch Ballad Poached Eggs and Avocado Toast. The creamy avocado spread on crunchy toast topped with a perfectly poached egg sings a ballad as poetic and pleasurable as brunch itself.
Ingredients 2 slices of bread 1 ripe avocado 2 eggs Salt and pepper to taste Fresh herbs for ...Read more
Enchanting English Cream Tea
Relax and unwind with a classic English tradition. Enchanting English Cream Tea is a delightful afternoon respite.
Ingredients Scones Clotted cream Strawberry jamInstructions Warm the scones.
Spread with clotted cream and a dollop of strawberry jam.
This cream tea is a journey to a cozy English tea room, ...Read more
Carnival Corn on the Cob
Relive your childhood fairground memories with this delightfully simple dish. Carnival Corn on the Cob brings the merriment of a summer festival right to your dinner table.
Ingredients Fresh corn cobs Butter SaltInstructions Boil the corn cobs until tender.
Slather them with butter and sprinkle with salt.
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Tremendous Truffle Toast
Elevate your breakfast with this gourmet dish. Tremendous Truffle Toast is a luxurious indulgence that transforms your morning.
Ingredients Bread Truffle oil Parmesan cheeseInstructions Toast the bread to your liking.
Drizzle with truffle oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
This breakfast is a celebration ...Read more

Whether you want to splurge or save, here's how to make a cocktail that sparkles
We started our Champagne cocktail with an Angostura bitters-soaked sugar cube in the bottom of a chilled flute. Then we filled the glass with Champagne and garnished it with a lemon twist. These four ingredients interacted to form a cocktail that evolved from sip to sip.
Bursting bubbles aromatized lemon oils from the twist to make the first ...Read more
Winter's Embrace Hot Chocolate
Warm up to the cozy charm of winter with Winter's Embrace Hot Chocolate. The rich, creamy hot chocolate is as warm and comforting as a snug winter blanket.
Ingredients 2 cups of milk 100g of dark chocolate 2 tablespoons of sugar Whipped cream for topping (optional)Instructions Chop the chocolate into small pieces.
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Fabulous French Toast
Bring a touch of Parisian flair to your breakfast table with this fabulous French toast. It's a quick, sweet, and satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients: 4 slices of bread 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tbsp butter Maple syrup for servingInstructions: Whisk the eggs, milk, and cinnamon together.
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My Best Ever Stuffed Mushrooms
Why NOT To Renew Your Gym Membership This Year
1. Exercise really doesn’t help you lose weight; unless you do a LOT of it.
You almost have to be a professional loser. One study showed that women over 40 years old who do moderate exercise 60 minutes a day, 5 days a week, will maintain their weight but they won’t lose weight.
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Quick Fix: Cranberry Maple Pork Chops with Caraway Fettuccine and Broccoli
I wanted a festive meal for this time of year but was very busy. So, I created this easy colorful dinner. The pork is cooked in a skillet and is removed, and the sauce is made in the same skillet. The sauce takes only about 6 to 7 minutes to make.
The fettuccine and broccoli cook together and are flavored with caraway seeds. The seeds come from...Read more
Joyful Jam Parfait
Experience the magic of layering in this fruity parfait. It's not just a meal; it's an edible work of art.
Ingredients Greek yogurt Granola Your favorite jamInstructions Layer Greek yogurt, granola, and jam in a clear glass.
Repeat until the glass is full.
The Joyful Jam Parfait brings a burst of color and a ...Read more