Been Making This for 20+ Years – Classic Baked ChickenIngredients1 whole chicken (cut up) or 6–8 bone-in chicken pieces3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter1 tsp salt1 tsp black pepper1 tsp paprika1 tsp garlic powder½ tsp onion powder½ tsp dried thyme or oreganoOptional: potatoes, carrots, onions (for the pan)InstructionsPreheat oven to 375°F (190°C).Lightly grease a … Read more
🥖 Garbage Bread (a.k.a. Everything-but-the-Kitchen-Sink Bread)✨ What it tastes likePizza vibes + cheesy garlic bread + savory filling = addictively good.🛒 Ingredients(Use what you have—that’s the whole point!)1 large loaf of pizza dough or bread dough1 cup cooked ground beef or sausage½ cup cooked bacon or pepperoni (optional)1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese½ cup cheddar or … Read more
🥔 Classic Oven-Baked Potato (Crispy Outside, Fluffy Inside!)IngredientsRusset potatoes (1 per person)Olive oilSaltOptional toppings: butter, sour cream, cheese, chives, bacon bitsInstructionsHeat oven to 425°F (220°C).Scrub & dry the potatoes well. Poke each one 3–4 times with a fork.Rub lightly with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt.Bake directly on the oven rack (or on a … Read more
🥦🧀 Cheesy Cauliflower FrittersIngredients1 medium cauliflower (cut into florets)2 eggs1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix)½ cup breadcrumbs (or flour)2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional but 🔥)2 cloves garlic, minced2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, choppedSalt & black pepper to tastePaprika or chili flakes (optional)Oil for fryingInstructionsCook cauliflowerBoil cauliflower florets in salted water until … Read more
Mushrooms, Bacon & Aromatic Herbs A deep, savory, melt-in-your-mouth lamb stew simmered in red wine, smoky bacon, and herbs — a rustic French classic adapted for the slow cooker. Ingredients Main Ingredients Optional Additions Instructions 1. Brown the Bacon 2. Sear the Lamb (Optional but Recommended) Tip: Browning deepens flavor but you can skip for … Read more
Layered Sweet Potato, Butternut Squash & Carrot Lasagna with Feta, Walnuts & Cranberry-Honey Glaze** Ingredients Veggie Layers Ricotta-Feta Mixture Additional Layers Cranberry-Honey Glaze Instructions 1. Prepare the vegetables 2. Make the ricotta-feta filling 3. Prepare the cranberry-honey glaze 4. Assemble the lasagna Lightly oil a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layering order: Repeat 2–3 times. End with noodles … Read more
Scottish Tablet (Traditional Recipe) Makes: ~2 to 2.5 lbs of tabletDifficulty: Easy–medium (requires patience and stirring) Ingredients Equipment Instructions 1. Melt the base 2. Add condensed milk 3. Boil & stir Temperature goal: ~234–240°F (112–115°C) on a candy thermometer (soft-ball stage).Without thermometer: A small drop in cold water should form a soft ball that flattens easily. 4. Beat the … Read more
🥐 Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents 😍😋These are crazy easy, super cozy, and disappear FAST. Perfect for breakfast, parties, or when you just want something warm and cheesy.🛒 Ingredients1 can refrigerated crescent rolls8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)Optional extras:½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarellaA pinch of garlic … Read more
🌱 Vegan Ricotta & Spinach Lasagna ✨Creamy, cozy, and 100% plant-based — this one’s a total crowd-pleaser.🧺 IngredientsVegan Ricotta400 g (14 oz) firm tofu, pressed3 tbsp nutritional yeast2 tbsp lemon juice1 clove garlic2 tbsp olive oilSalt & black pepper, to tasteLasagna9–12 lasagna noodles (regular or oven-ready, vegan)3 cups fresh spinach (or 1½ cups frozen, thawed … Read more
🍯🧄 Honey Garlic Ribs (Sticky, Sweet & Savory)These ribs are tender, saucy, and finger-licking good. Easy enough for a weeknight, impressive enough for guests.Ingredients2–3 lb (1–1.5 kg) pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)Salt & black pepper, to taste1 tsp paprika (optional)1 tsp garlic powder (optional)Honey Garlic Sauce½ cup honey⅓ cup soy sauce5–6 cloves garlic, … Read more