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How to make Apple Crisp Pancakes Recipe
Apple Crisp Pancakes – very fluffy and flavorful, with soft apple pieces inside. The best part of all is the crispy Streusel coating. Sugar caramelizes and becomes brittle when cooked.

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Ingredients
Makes about 8 pancakes
Streusel Topping
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup oats
3 tbsp (45g) butter
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pancakes Batter
1 1/4 cups flour
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 egg
1 cup milk
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup apple, peeled and diced (about 1 apple)
Directions
1. Prepare the streusel. In a medium bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, oats and cinnamon. Cut in butter using a pastry blender or fork until mixture is crumbly. Set aside.
2. Prepare the pancake batter. In another bowl, mix flour with sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add egg, milk and oil. Mix until smooth.
3. Peel and dice the apple and combine with pancake batter.
4. Heat a nonstick pan over medium high heat. For each pancake, pour 1/4 cupful batter onto hot pan. Sprinkle each pancake evenly with 2 tablespoons of Streusel mixture. You can press the streusel slightly to stick better to the pancake. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until bubbly on top and dry around edges. Turn and cook on the other side until light golden brown around edges about 2 or 3 minutes more.
5. Drizzle with maple syrup, honey, or top with whipped cream.Apple Crisp Pancakes-1

May 27, 2021
How to make Chickpea Salad Recipe
This chickpea salad is a great vegetarian salad, delicious and easy to make, suitable for gatherings because it can be made in advance. You can certainly make variations to this recipe, adjust it to your taste, add any other nuts or add some lime juice, use yogurt or cream cheese instead of mayo, In any case it is delicious, flavorful, healthy and nutritious.

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Ingredients
Makes about 4 servings
2 cups chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 green onions,chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds (no shell)
1 tbsp sesame seeds
1 tbsp flax seeds
1/2 tsp salt, or more if needed
Freshly ground black pepper
Homemade mayonnaise
1 organic egg yolk
1/2 tsp mustard
1/4 cup cold pressed sunflower oil
Directions
1. Place the rinsed chickpeas into the bowl of a food processor and mix just a few to achieve a chunky consistency. No need for full mash. In case you don’t have a food processor you can use a potato masher or even a fork.
2. In a medium bowl combine chickpeas with onions, garlic, red pepper, seeds, salt and pepper.
3. Make the homemade mayonnaise. Put the egg yolk and the mustard in a small bowl. Mix and gradually add oil while mixing until all oil is well incorporated.
4. Add mayonnaise over the chickpea salad and stir to combine.
5. Serve with pita chips, crackers,toast bread, wraps or whatever else you prefer. I’ve made Pita Bread Chips, recipe here, but this time I’ve made them with no oil, just sprinkled some paprika on top of chips.
May 26, 2021
How to make Nutella Cheesecake Recipe
Nutella Cheesecake is One of the best cheesecake with a really dark chocolate crust with oreo biscuits, a layer of white cream cheese, a subsequent layer of Nutella and finally a rich Nutella topping that makes you absolutely irresistible irresistible.

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Ingredients
Makes about 12-16 servings
Crust
250 g (about 2 packages of 16 oreos each) oreo cookies, cream removed
6 tbsp (80 g) unsalted butter, melted
Cream Cheese Filling
35 oz (1 kg) cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup (175g) heavy cream + 2 tbsp, cold
2/3 cup (190g) Nutella
1 cup (200g) sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tsp vanilla extract
4 eggs, room temperature
Nutella Topping
2/3 cup (190g) Nutella
1/3 cup (80g) heavy cream
Directions
1. Prepare the crust. Preheat oven to 350 F (180C). Remove the cream between oreo cookies and crush them using a food processor. Melt butter and pour over the crushed cookies. Process until evenly moistened. Press cookie mixture with the back of the spoon into the bottom of a 10-inch (26 cm) springform pan (with a removable base). Bake for 13-15 minutes. Set aside to cool completely.
2. Reduce oven temperature to 300 F (150C).
3. Prepare the cream cheese filling. In a bowl combine the sugar with cornstarch.
4. In a large bowl beat the cream cheese with 3/4 cup heavy cream until well combined and the mixture seems fluffy as the heavy cream has whipped a bit. (This is very important, because this is what makes possible creating the 2 layers effect.) Gradually add the sugar mixture and mix until creamy and smooth. Add vanilla extract and mix again until well combined. Add eggs one at a time until each egg is incorporated.
5. Reserve about 1/3 of cream cheese mixture in a separate bowl. Add Nutella and 2 tbsp of heavy cream over the reserved 1/3 of cream cheese mixture and mix well until incorporated.
6. Pour the white cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust. Carefully add Nutella mixture on top and use a rubber spatula to spread evenly.
7. Bake for 45-55 minutes on 300F (150C). Turn off the heat and leave it another hour in the oven.
8. Remove and run a sharp knife completely around the inside edge of the pan. Let it cool completely at room temperature.
9. Prepare the Nutella topping. Bring cream to a boil and pour over the Nutella. Mix well and spread evenly over the cheesecake.
10. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Decorate with some chopped hazelnuts before serving if desired.
May 26, 2021
How to make Zebra Cake Recipe
This chocolate and vanilla cake, made in a zebra or marbled style, its taste is reminiscent of childhood perhaps for many of us. Still a little warm, with a cup of cold milk, the zebra cake always makes for a delicious treat.

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Ingredients
Makes about 10 servings
4 eggs
1 cup (200g) sugar
1 cup butter (200 g), at room temperature
1 cup (240 ml) milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups (375g) flour
2 tsp (10 g) baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
For the chocolate batter
3 tbsp (25g) cocoa powder
1/4 cup (50ml) milk
1 tbsp (15g) sugar
Directions
1. Grease and line with parchment paper, a 24 cm (9 in) round cake pan. Preheat oven at 180 (350 F).
2. Whisk together in a large bowl the dry ingredients, flour salt and baking powder. Set aside.
3. In another bowl mix the cocoa powder with 1/4 cup milk and 1 tbsp of sugar.
4. Mix butter with sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time and mix until well incorporated. Add vanilla extract.
5. With the mixer on low, alternate adding gradually milk and flour mixture until all is well incorporated.
6. Remove two cups of the batter and mix them with the chocolate mixture.
7. Use one tablespoon for each batter to create the layers of batter on the prepared pan. Begin from the middle of the pan, take one spoon of white batter then over it add a spoon of chocolate batter and repeat this steps until all batter has been used. (If you don’t have the patience to make these layers just add one batter on top of the other and create swirls with a knife or fork to create the marbled effect)
8. Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes on a cooling rack before removing from the pan.
10. Serve as it is or top with chocolate glaze.
May 26, 2021
How to make Potato Tuna Patties Recipe
Tuna potato patties can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch or dinner with your favorite fresh salad and dipping sauce, or as an appetizer. You can store it well in the refrigerator and can use it for the next day’s meal, warm or cold. Tuna combined with mashed potatoes, corn, lemon and green onions looks like a delicious treat for your family.

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Ingredients
Makes about 12 patties
10 oz (300 g) potatoes, boiled with their skin on and chilled
1 can (7 oz- 185g) tuna in oil, drained, flaked
1/2 cup corn kernels
2 spring onions, chopped
1 egg
lemon zest from 1 lemon
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup breadcrumbs, for coating
Directions
1. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher.
2. Add the tuna flakes and mix with a fork.
3. Add corn kernels, chopped spring onions, egg and breadcrumbs.
4. Finally add lemon zest and season with salt and pepper. Stir well to combine.
5. Divide mixture into 12 portions. Shape them into patties. Place breadcrumbs on a plate and add the patties to coat.
6. Heat oil over medium high heat in a nonstick pan. Cook patties for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer the patties to a plate lined with paper towel to remove excess oil. Clean the pan with a paper towel and repeat until all patties are done.
7. Serve with your favorite salad, and sauce. We served it with our homemade chilli jam.
May 26, 2021
How to make Double Chocolate Brownies Recipe
This is the best macaroons recipe I’ve made so far, rich and delicious with a crispy top and soft inside. The best part is when you feel the chopped chocolate melt

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Ingredients
Makes about 9 servings
3/4 cup (90 g) dark chocolate (55%-70%), for melting
3/4 cup (90 g) dark chocolate ((55%-70%)), chopped
3/4 cup (170 g) butter
1 tsp instant espresso powder
1 tbsp dark cocoa powder
1 cup sugar (200g)
1/2 tsp salt
3 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 cup flour (95g)
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 C). Butter the sides and bottom of a 8×8 inch (20 X 20 cm) baking pan. Line the pan with parchment paper.
2. Melt the chocolate and butter in a medium bowl, over bain-marie, stirring occasionally, until smooth. Add cappuccino powder. Remove the pan from heat but keep the bowl over the water and stir in the sugar, then remove the bowl from the pan.
3. Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the mixture and whisk until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract then add the flour, salt, cocoa powder and stir well. Stir in the chopped chocolate.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs sticking to it.
5. Let the brownies cool completely, then carefully lift the parchment out of the baking pan. Cut into squares and serve.
May 26, 2021
How to make Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Apple Cheesecake Bars – With a buttery crust topped with cream cheese and soft apples and a streusel topping made of rolled oats and almonds, everything is topped with caramel sauce… this is one of those delicious apple desserts. Best.

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Ingredients
Makes about 15 servings
Crust
1 cup (2 sticks-220g) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups (190g) flour
1/2 cup (100g) ground almonds
1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Cream Cheese Mixture
16 oz (500g) cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup (100g) sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 eggs
1 tsp lemon zest
Apples
3 cups apples (about 3-4 apples) – peeled, cored, chopped
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
Streusel Topping
1/2 cup (40g) rolled oats
1/2 cup (63g) flour
1/2 cup (100g) ground almonds
1/2 cup (1 stick-110g) butter, room temperature
1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Caramel Sauce
1 cup (200g) sugar
1/4 cup (60 ml) water
1/2 cup (120g) heavy cream
2 tbsp (30g) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp salt
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 F (180 C). Grease with butter a 9 X 13 inches baking dish.Line with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the crust. In a large bowl combine flour, ground almonds, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Add the butter and using a pastry blender or simply a fork cut in the butter until crumbles are formed.
3. Press the mixture onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for about 15-20 minutes until lightly golden brown. Set aside and let cool slightly.
4. While the crust is baking prepare the apples. Peel and core the apples, and cut into small pieces. In a medium bowl combine apples with sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
5. Prepare the cheese mixture by mixing the cream cheese with sugar, vanilla extract and lemon zest. Add eggs one at a time and mix until well combined.
6. Add the cheese mixture over the warm crust and spread evenly. Add the chopped apples on top of the cream cheese layer.
7. Prepare the streusel topping: In a large bowl combine rolled oats, flour, ground almonds, brown sugar and cinnamon. Add the butter and using a fork cut the butter until crumbly. Sprinkle the streusel topping over the apples.
8. Bake for about 30-35 minutes until set.
9. While the cake is baking prepare the caramel sauce. Place the sugar and water in a medium heavy bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat, and cook without stirring until sugar dissolves and gets a caramel color.
10. Remove the pan from the heat and add the cream. It will bubble a little bit.
11. Cook for about 1 minute stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until smooth.
12. Remove from heat and add butter and salt. Stir well until smooth. Pour into a small jar and set aside to cool until the cake is ready.
13. When the cake is ready, allow to cool at room temperature, cut into bars and serve drizzled with the caramel sauce.
May 26, 2021
how to make Baked Cornflake Crusted Chicken Strips Recipe
Fried chicken when grilled has an unusually delicious look and taste. With the chicken still moist on the inside and crispy on the outside due to the tortilla crust.

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Ingredients:
Makes about 4 servings (12-14 strips)
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1 large egg or 2 smaller ones
3 cups cornflakes
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp flour
Freshly ground black pepper
May 25, 2021
How to make Margherita Pizza with Cauliflower Crust Recipe
A delicious healthy meal that’s perfect for any time of the day is Pizza Margherita with a cauliflower crust. The recipe is easy and really tasty, it also holds up really well and you can eat it with your hands like a regular pizza. Was amazed at how wonderfully it turned and how delicious it was. This is a great variation for those who need gluten-free recipes because this cauliflower crust pizza is gluten-free.

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Ingredient:
Make 1 large pizza – 3 or 4 servings
Cauliflower crust
1 medium cauliflower (about 750g)
1 cup (100g) ground almonds
2 eggs
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
freshly ground salt and black pepper
Topping
4 tablespoons ketchup
3 or 4 cherry tomatoes, sliced
4.5 oz (130 g) Mozzarella cheese, sliced
fresh basil or parsley, chopped
freshly ground black pepper
Direction
1. Prepare the cauliflower rind. Preheat oven to 375F (190C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Wash and cut the cauliflower into florets and place in the bowl of your food processor, and process until finely chopped, like rice. Transfer to prepared baking tray and bake for 15 minutes. Remove and let cool a bit.
3. Place the cooked cauliflower in a tea towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible, then transfer to a clean bowl.
4. Turn oven up to 470F (240C).
5. Add almonds, eggs, dried herbs, salt and pepper. Stir until well combined.
6. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and grease with grease. Place the cauliflower mixture in the center and use a spoon and hand to spread it into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle.
7. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.
8. Spread tomato sauce over the crust, add slices of Mozzarella cheese, tomato slices on top, chopped fresh basil leaves or parsley and freshly ground black pepper.
9. Bake for another 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted. Let cool slightly before serving and add some fresh basil/parsley leaves on top. Enjoy!!
May 25, 2021
How to make Baked Falafel Recipe
Have you tried falafel, this recipe is very healthy. Falafel is the right food for any time, easy to prepare and delicious. As you know falafel is a traditional Middle Eastern dish that is deep fried. try baking them, they’re healthier and lower in calories, which is great. They stay crispy on the outside and soft on the inside even when they’re grilled

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Ingredient:
Produces about 20 falafel
1/2 pound (250g) dried chickpeas
1 small onion
1 cup chopped fresh parsley or parsley
3 cloves of minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon ground dill
2 teaspoons cilantro, ground
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
freshly ground salt and black pepper
2 or 3 tablespoons oil, for lubrication
Procedure
1. Put the chickpeas in a large bowl and cover with water. Chickpeas will grow in volume while soaking in water. Soak for 12 to 24 hours, I usually leave them overnight.
2. Preheat oven to 400 F (200C).
3. Chop the parsley or/and parsley and onion and place in the bowl of your food processor.
4. Add garlic, flour and baking soda. Add salt and pepper seasoning. Process until everything is well combined. Transfer to a large bowl.
5. Add chickpeas to the bowl of a food processor. Cook until chickpeas are finely minced, not pureed. You will probably need to shave off the edges during this process.
6. Add the chickpeas to the herb mixture and stir to combine well.
7. Oil the baking tray. Round balls into thick balls. Place the falafel on a baking tray and brush with a little oil.
8. Bake for 10 minutes on one side and about 10-15 minutes on the other side until golden.
9. Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables and hummus or tahini.
May 23, 2021
How to make Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
Roasted cauliflower is one of the best cauliflower recipes because it’s incredibly tasty and addictive. Roasting cauliflower enhances the flavor and caramelizes the edges making it sweeter and truly irresistible. This way, even people who say they don’t like cauliflower can change their mind.
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Ingredients:
Makes about 3-4 servings
1 head cauliflower
3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
lemon juice from half of lemon
1/2 tsp chilli powder or chilli flakes
3 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
2 tbsp soy sauce
salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F 220C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Wash and chop cauliflower into florets and place in a large bowl.
3. Pour olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice and sprinkle spices over cauliflower. Toss with your hands to coat well.
4. Place cauliflower florets in one layer on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Roast until tender and lightly browned, for about 35-40 minutes, stirring from time to time. Serve hot along egg, your favorite meat or simply as a snack.

May 22, 2021
How to make Almond and Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies – crispy on the outside, very soft and chewy on the inside, not too sweet. The chocolate blocks melt when you take a bite. If you like you can add any flavoring you want and make each one a special dish.

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Ingredients:
Makes about 20 cookies
7 oz (200 g) bittersweet chocolate (65-70% cocoa percentage), divided
3 egg whites
2 cups powdered sugar, divided
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
almond extract, to taste
extra flavors (orange or lemon zest, peppermint extract, rum, espresso and so on), optional
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350F (180C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Cut half of the chocolate in smaller chunks. Set aside until ready to use.
2. Melt the other half of the chocolate over bain-marie and set aside to cool slightly.
3. Meanwhile, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch and salt into a medium bowl.
4. Using a mixer start whipping the egg whites until they begin to rise and hold their shape. While whipping, gradually beat in 1/2 cup powdered sugar until stiff and firm, about 2 minutes.
5. Using low speed of your mixer, gradually add the dry ingredients mixture over the whipped whites. Add melted chocolate, chocolate chunks and almond extract. Stir to combine.
6. Place 1/2 cup powdered sugar into a bowl. Using your ice cream scoop take equal portions of dough and roll into the sugar, coating thickly. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough, keeping 2 inches space between cookies.
7. Bake for 10 minutes until cracked. Cool on sheets on rack for 10 minutes. Transfer to rack and cool.
May 21, 2021
How to make Scrambled Eggs with Sunflower Seeds Recipe
Adding seeds to the dish is not only healthy but also effective, try with scrambled eggs and sunflower seeds will make a great breakfast. If you haven’t tried it, you should definitely try it at least once to see how delicious it is.

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Ingredients:
Makes about 2 servings
3 tbsp sunflower seeds
salt
1 tbsp sesame seeds
1 tbsp flax seeds
1 tbsp butter
4 oz (100g) Mozzarella Cheese, thinly sliced
freshly ground black pepper
4 eggs
Alongside
4 bacon slices
toast bread
fresh chives
Directions
1. Place sunflower seeds and salt into a hot dry skillet, on medium heat and let them toast stirring from time to time so they don’t burn.
2. Add sesame seeds and flax seeds and give them a stir. Immediately add butter and let it melt.
3. Add Mozzarella slices and stir to combine.
4. Add whole eggs and gently stir and cook until slightly underdone. Remove from heat. The eggs will continue to cook in the hot skillet. Add freshly ground black pepper.
5. Serve with toast bread, bacon slices, greens, whatever works better for you. Bread and bacon can be made before preparing the eggs.
6. To prepare the bacon simply add the bacon slices to a skillet on medium heat. When they start to curl turn them to cook on the other side. Keep flipping and turning the bacon so that it cooks evenly to desired crispness. Transfer on a paper towel to drain.
May 21, 2021
Hot Chocolate with Red Wine Recipe
Hot chocolate with red wine have you tried? a cup of hot chocolate? Or a hot wine? To combine these two is simply amazing you should try, it will be great.

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Ingredients:
Makes about 1-2 servings
3 tsp unsweetened dark cocoa powder
4 tsp sugar
1/4 cup red wine
1 cup milk
pinch of salt
Directions
1. Bring wine to a simmer over low heat . ** Heating the wine first is optional, do that only if you want to reduce the alcohol level. If not, simply add the wine over the cocoa and milk mixture, and bring everything to a boil.
2. Meanwhile in a bowl combine cocoa powder with sugar and salt. Add 2 or 3 tbsp of milk and stir well to combine. Add the rest of the milk, stir well and add over the wine. Bring to a boil while whisking from time to time.
3. Pour into your serving cups and serve.

May 20, 2021
How to make Roasted Turkey Breast recipe
If you feel like making a turkey is going to be a lot, try the grilled turkey breast. It’s really easy to make, takes no more than 10 minutes to make the marinade, and once baked you’ll have a wonderfully moist, flavorful and tender turkey roast.

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Ingredients:
Makes 6 to 8 servings
3 pounds turkey breast, boneless, skinless
Marinade
3 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
3 tsp dried herbs (thyme, oregano, rosemary, bay leaves, your choice)
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350F (180C). Rinse the turkey well and pat it dry.
2. Place all the marinade ingredients, mustard, vinegar, herbs, salt and pepper, garlic, smoked paprika and olive oil, into a bowl and stir to combine.
3. Rub the mixture all over the turkey. Refrigerate to marinate overnight, if possible, or leave at least 1 hr before roasting.
4. Place the turkey breast into a baking pan, or baking sheet.
5. Roast for 45 minutes to one hour, until the thermometer reaches 170F (77C).
6. Let it stand for a couple of minutes and slice to serve.
7. Prepare the gravy if desired. After removing the turkey to a serving platter, place the pan to the stove on medium heat. Add the flour. Stir to combine. Add the stock, stir and let it cook until thickened and smooth.

May 20, 2021
How to make Chocolate Salted Caramel Tart Recipe
Do you like this Chocolate Salted Caramel Tart? It goes great with a buttery almond crust, rich salty caramel and light bitter chocolate ganache, all garnished with salt crystals. The chocolate is rich, rich and rich, a great treat for any party.

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Ingredients:
Makes about 6-8 servings
Almond Chocolate Sweet Pastry
1 1/4 cups (160g) flour
1/4 cup (30g) ground almonds
1/4 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup (50g) sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 stick (110 g) cold unsalted butter, cut into small (1/2-inch) cubes
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 egg
1-2 tbsp ice water
Caramel
1 1/2 cups (300 g) sugar
1/2 cup (100g) water
1/2 cup (120 g) heavy cream
5 tbsp (70 g) unsalted butter
1 tsp salt
Chocolate Ganache
1/2 cup (120 g) heavy cream
4 oz (120g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
Garnish
sea salt crystals
Directions
1. Prepare the sweet pastry. In a large bowl mix flour with ground almonds, cocoa powder, sugar and salt.
2. Incorporate butter to the flour mixture, using a pastry blender, a fork or a pastry processor, until crumbs are formed. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix them in. Add water and incorporate into the dough. Wrap it with plastic, knead slowly to form a disc and refract for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
3. On o floured surface or over the plastic wrap roll the dough to a circle with about 1 1/2 inches larger than your tart pan. Lift up the rolled dough and place it on a greased 9 inch tart pan. Remove the edges and refraction for 30 minutes before baking.
4. Prick the dough with a fork, line a parchment paper over the dough. Fill with dry beans, rice or pie weights.
5. Bake for 15 minutes in preheated 350 F (180C) oven. Remove the weights and the parchment paper. Return to oven for another 10 to 15 minutes. Allow to cool before removing from the tart pan.
6. Prepare the caramel. Place the sugar and water in a medium heavy bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat, and cook without stirring until sugar dissolves and gets a caramel color.
7. Remove the pan from the heat and add the cream. It will bubble a little bit.
8. Cook for about 1 or 2 minutes stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until smooth. Remove from heat and add butter and salt. Stir well until smooth.
9. Let the caramel cool slightly and pour over the chocolate crust. Refrigerate for about 4-5 hours.
10. Prepare the chocolate ganache. Heat the cream in a small saucepan. When the cream just begins to boil at the edges, remove from heat and pour over the chopped chocolate. Let sit one minute, then stir until smooth.
11. Pour the chocolate ganache over the caramel. Spread it evenly and refract for another 2-3 hours before serving. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes and serve.

May 20, 2021
How to make Quick Croissants Recipe
These croissants are both quick and simple, and are absolutely amazing. Crispy, buttery, non-scaly exterior, a great choice for breakfast or brunch. Prepare the dough no more than 20 minutes the rest simply wait. You can have a croissant with a bit of jam along with your coffee or tea.

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Ingredients:
Makes 8 croissants
2 cups (250g) strong bread flour
1 1/4 sticks sticks (150g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
1/2 cup (120 ml) lukewarm milk
3 tbsp (45 g) sugar
25 g fresh yeast (7 g- active dry yeast)
1/2 tsp salt
Egg Wash
1 egg yolk
1 tbsp milk
Directions
1. Place yeast in a bowl. Add sugar and stir until it liquefies. Add milk and set aside to cool completely.
2. Combine flour and salt into a large bowl. Add butter and using a fork combine until big crumbles form.
3. Add the yeast/milk mixture and gently combine until the dough just comes together. The butter needs to remain in pea-sized pieces. Wrap it with plastic, knead slowly to form a square and freeze for 30 minutes or refrigerate for a couple of hours.
4. Dust with flour your work surface and your rolling pin and start rolling the dough into a rectangular roughly two to three times as long as it is wide. The dough it pretty hard to work with at the beginning but will come together while rolling and folding.
5. Fold the short sides of the dough into the middle. Rotate the dough by a quarter turn. Roll out slightly to lengthen. Fold the short ends towards the middle.
6. Flip the dough over so the seams are underneath. Repeat the rolling and folding process steps 4-5, three more times, giving the dough a total of four times of rolling and folding.
7. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for a couple of hours or better overnight.
8. On a lightly floured surface roll the dough into a rectangular of 16 inches (40cm) X 10 in (25 cm). Cut the dough into triangles, it will make about 8 triangles of 12 in (30 cm) long and 3 in (8 cm) at base.
9. Score a small slit in the centre of each triangle base, gently stretch the corners and tip, then roll the croissant starting from the wide up to the top giving them the croissant shape.
10. Place the croissants with tip side down onto a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 2-3 hours at room temperature.
11. Preheat the oven to 450 F (230C). Brush the croissants with egg wash.
12. Bake for 8 minutes than reduce the oven to 375 F (190C) and bake for another 10-15 minutes until deep golden brown.
13. Cool on wire rack before serving.
May 20, 2021
How to make Raw Vegan Neapolitan Cake Recipe
This vegetarian Neapolitan cake is really good. The perfect chocolate crust, strawberry and vanilla icing follow.. and topping with some cocoa rings gives a nice visual and great taste to the final cake. You don’t have to be on a raw or vegan, gluten-free or gluten-free diet to enjoy this cake, this Neapolitan cake is simply a delightful dessert everyone will love.

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Ingredients:
Makes one 6 inch round cake, about 8-10 servings
Crust
1 cup ground almonds
1/2 cup dates, pitted
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 tbsp coconut oil
Filling – Vanilla base
1 1/2 cups (240g) raw cashews, soaked in water 4-6 hours then drained
1/2 cup liquid sweetener of your choice (maple syrup, agave nectar, raw honey if not vegan)
5 tbsp lemon juice (juice of 1 large lemon)
1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
pinch of salt
Additional Ingredients for Chocolate Layer
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 tbsp liquid sweetener of your choice
1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
Additional Ingredients for Strawberry Layer
1 cup frozen strawberries
Directions
1. Prepare the crust: Place dates, ground almonds, cocoa powder in the bowl of a food processor and blend until crumbs form. Add coconut oil and process some more until the mixture is well combined and stick together when squeezed between your fingers.
2. Press well the crust mixture into the bottom of a 6 inch springform pan using your fingers or the back of a tablespoon or even the bottom of a glass. Set aside while you prepare the filling.
3. Prepare the vanilla base: Add all ingredients for vanilla base, presoaked cashews, lemon juice, liquid sweetener, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract and salt into the bowl of a blender and process until creamy and smooth.
4. Remove one third of the mixture into a bowl for the vanilla layer, and another third of the mixture for the strawberry layer, in another bowl.
5. Add the additional ingredients for the chocolate layer over the remained cashew mixture into the blender and process until smooth and creamy. Pour the chocolate mixture evenly over the crust using a rubber spatula to spread it out. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes to set before adding the next layer.
6. Meanwhile rinse the blender and prepare the strawberry layer. Add the vanilla base mixture from one of the bowls that were set aside into the blender, add frozen strawberries and blend until smooth and creamy. Remove the pan from the freezer and gently pour the strawberry layer evenly over the chocolate layer. Freeze for another 15 minutes or until set before adding the next layer.
7. Remove the pan from the freezer and gently pour the remaining third of vanilla base from the bowl that was set aside over the strawberry layer. Smooth out evenly again using a rubber spatula.layer. Place in the freezer to firm up for 15 minutes while you prepare the chocolate glaze if desired. If not just let it freeze for at least 2 or 3 hours. I let it overnight.
8. If you want to decorate the cake with some chocolate start preparing the chocolate topping by combining the ingredients into a bowl. Cut the corner of a small plastic bag making a 1/8 inch or even smaller hole, and place the mixture into the bag. Remove the pan from the freezer and create a chocolate spiral or drizzle it anyway you desire over the cake. Place in the freezer until ready to serve.
9. Store the cake in the freezer, but leave it out for 15 minutes to thaw out before serving. Decorate the cake edges with cocoa nibs for a wonderful look and texture.
May 19, 2021
How to make Marbled Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
This chocolate marbled pumpkin cheesecake is sure to be an exquisite dessert, perfect for Thanksgiving and for any other special occasion. One of the best pumpkin desserts you know. Perfectly crispy chocolate crust, smooth, airy cream cheese pumpkin filling, topped with marbled chocolate – absolutely divine.

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Ingredients:
Makes about 10-12 servings
Crust
9 oz (250 g) cocoa/ginger cookies
6 tbsp (80 g) unsalted butter, melted
1 tbsp cocoa powder
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Filling
3 (8 oz-250 g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (240g) sour cream
1 1/2 cup homemade pumpkin puree
1/2 cup + 2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
4 oz (120 g) dark chocolate
Directions
1. Prepare the crust. Preheat oven to 350 F (180C). Crush the cookies using a food processor. Add cocoa powder and mix again until well combined. Transfer the crushed cookies to a medium bowl. Melt butter and pour over the crushed cookies. Stir until evenly moistened. Press cookie mixture with the back of the spoon into the bottom of a 10-inch (26 cm) springform pan (with a removable base). Bake for 13-15 minutes. Set aside to cool completely.
2. Reduce oven temperature to 300 F (150C).
3. Prepare the cream cheese filling. In a bowl combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves.
4. In a large bowl beat the cream cheese with sour cream until well combined. Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until creamy and smooth. Add vanilla extract and pumpkin puree and mix again until well combined. Add eggs one at a time until each egg is incorporated. Reserve about 1 cup (240g) cream cheese mixture in a separate bowl.
5. Melt the chocolate over a bain-marie until smooth. Pour the chocolate into the reserved cheese and pumpkin mixture and fold gently to combine evenly.
6. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust. Add spoons of chocolate mixture from place to place on top and gently swirl with a knife to get the marbled effect.
7. Bake for 45 minutes. Turn off the heat and leave it another hour in the oven.
8. Remove and run a sharp knife completely around the inside edge of the pan. Let it cool completely at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
May 19, 2021
How to make Potato Soufflé Recipe
Potato Soufflé is an easy recipe for a delicious side dish that’s perfect for the fall table. love the way it swells in the oven and the steam comes out when you start digging in it. The bread crumbs form a delicious crust on the bottom and edges and the cheddar and Parmesan cheese offers such a great flavor. Shallot leaves should not be overlooked as they bring out their unique color and flavor.

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Ingredients:
Makes 4 servings
2 tbsp (30g) butter, plus extra for greasing
3 tsp breadcrumbs, for coating the ramekins
1 large potato (300g), cooked with peel on
1 1/3 cups (85g) mature Cheddar, grated
1/3 cup (30g) Parmesan Cheese, grated
2 tbsp fresh chives
2 eggs
freshly ground black pepper
6 tbsp milk
paprika, for garnish
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 450F(220C) and put a baking sheet in the oven to heat up. Butter 4 ramekin dishes and dust with breadcrumbs.
2. Peel the cooked potato and place in a medium bowl. Use a potato masher to mesh it well.
3. Grate the cheese and separate egg yolks from the whites. Add cheese, chives, black pepper and egg yolks over the mashed potato.Stir to combine.
4. In a small pan warm the milk with butter until the butter melts and pour over the potato mixture. Stir to combine.
5. Whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the potato mixture.
6. Fill the prepared ramekins with potato mixture and sprinkle paprika on top. Place in the oven on the preheated baking sheet and bake for 15-17 minutes until puffed and golden.

May 19, 2021