Crispy Honey-Garlic Chicken BitesServes: 3–4 (or 1 very determined person)Time: ~30 minutesIngredientsChicken500 g (1 lb) boneless chicken (thighs or breasts), bite-size1/2 cup cornstarch (or flour)1 tsp garlic powder1/2 tsp paprikaSalt & pepperOil for frying (or air-frying)Sauce3 tbsp honey2 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp ketchup (or chili sauce if you want a tiny kick)1 tbsp rice vinegar … Read more
🍲 Love-in-a-Bowl Chicken Soup (Grandma Style)Ingredients (flexible on purpose)1 whole chicken or 1–1.5 lb bone-in chicken thighs/drumsticks10–12 cups water (or light chicken broth)1 onion, halved2 carrots, sliced2 celery stalks, sliced3 garlic cloves, smashed1 bay leafSalt + black pepper (to taste)Optional cozy extras:A handful of egg noodles or riceFresh parsley or dillA squeeze of lemon at … Read more
🫑 Stuffed Pepper Soup (Easy Recipe)✅ Ingredients (serves ~4)1 tbsp olive oil1 small onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced1 lb ground beef or ground turkey2 bell peppers (any color), diced1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce4 cups chicken broth or beef broth1 tsp Italian seasoning1/2 tsp paprikaSalt & pepper to taste1 cup … Read more
🍪 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter CookiesIngredients1 cup peanut butter1 cup sugar1 eggStepsHeat oven to 180°C / 350°F.Mix everything in one bowl.Scoop balls, press with a fork (criss-cross).Bake 10–12 min. Cool = perfect chewy center.🍫 3-Ingredient Chocolate FudgeIngredients2 cups chocolate chips1 can sweetened condensed milk1 tsp butterStepsMelt everything together (low heat or microwave).Pour into lined pan.Chill 2 … Read more
🥧 Classic Bubbling Fruit Crisp (Grandma-Style)🍎 IngredientsFruit filling4–5 cups sliced fruit (apples, peaches, berries, or a mix)2–3 tbsp sugar (more if fruit isn’t sweet)1 tbsp lemon juice1 tsp cinnamon1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)Crisp topping½ cup oats½ cup flour⅓ cup brown sugar½ tsp cinnamonPinch of salt¼ cup butter (cold, cut into bits)👩🍳 How to Make … Read more
Is gray steak okay to eat?Usually okay if:It’s gray/brown on the outside but smells normal (fresh, meaty)Texture is firm, not slimy or stickyIt’s within the “use by” date and has been kept coldNo fuzzy mold or weird spotsDon’t eat it if:It smells sour, rotten, or sulfur-yIt’s slimy/tacky to the touchYou see greenish/black spots or moldIt’s … Read more
🥬 Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Serves ~4)IngredientsFor the rolls1 large head of cabbage450 g (1 lb) ground meat (beef, pork, or mix)1 egg½ cup cooked rice½ small onion, finely chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepper1 tsp paprika (optional)For the sauce2 cups tomato sauce½ cup water or broth1 tbsp oilPinch of sugar (optional, balances … Read more
Creamy Cheesy Shredded Chicken (Slow Cooker / Instant Pot)🛒 Ingredients2 lbs (900 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts1 (8 oz / 225 g) block cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded cheddar or Colby Jack cheese½ cup chicken broth1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder½ tsp paprikaSalt & black pepper, to tasteOptional: 1–2 tbsp chopped parsley or chives … Read more
🥩 Ranch Pork Chops (Juicy & Crispy)Ingredients (serves 2–4)4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless)1 packet ranch seasoning (or ~2 Tbsp homemade mix)1–2 Tbsp olive oil or melted butterOptional but 🔥:1 tsp garlic powder½ tsp smoked paprikaBlack pepperFresh parsley (for topping)Option 1: Oven-Baked (easy + juicy)Best if you want hands-off cookingPreheat oven to 400°F / 205°CPat … Read more
🥣 Creamy Sausage & Potato Soup (Serves 4–6)🛒 Ingredients1 lb (450 g) ground sausage (Italian or breakfast sausage both work)4 cups potatoes, diced (Yukon gold or russet)1 small onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced2 carrots, diced3 cups chicken broth1 cup milk (or half-and-half for extra creaminess)½ cup heavy cream (optional but 🔥)2 tbsp butter2 tbsp flour1 … Read more