Crabby Delight

Instead of boring chicken, try buttering fresh crab meat with garlic, lemon, and butter to make it sweet and juicy. This recipe for Crabby Delight is quick, easy, and full of flavor, so it's great for a seafood feast!

Ingredients:

• 500g fresh crab meat
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Crusty bread for serving

Instructions:

In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat

Add minced garlic and saut until fragrant, about 1 minute

Add crab meat to the skillet and toss gently to combine with garlic

Squeeze lemon juice over the crab meat and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Sprinkle chopped parsley over the crab mixture and toss to combine

Remove from heat and serve hot with crusty bread

Old-School Meatloaf

This is a traditional meatloaf recipe that makes you miss cooking in the good old days. With its hearty size and rich flavors, this dish is a comfort food for the whole family.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, ketchup, onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper

Mix until well combined

Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan, shaping it into a loaf

Spread an additional layer of ketchup on top of the loaf

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until cooked through

Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing

Serve hot and enjoy!

Grilled Ham with Wine/Pineapple/Honey Glaze

Savor the flavorful glaze of smoked ham paired with a delicious concoction of pineapple, honey, and red wine. With the addition of aromatic spices and Dijon mustard, the sweet and savory flavor combination creates a dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 bone-in ham, approximately 6-8 lbs
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat the smoker to 225F 107C

Place the ham on the smoker grates, fat side up

In a saucepan, combine red wine, pineapple juice, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper

Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until well combined and heated through

Brush the ham with the glaze, ensuring an even coating

Smoke the ham for approximately 4-6 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 140F 60C

Every hour, baste the ham with the glaze for a flavorful and glossy finish

Once done, remove the ham from the smoker and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing

Serve the grilled ham slices with any remaining glaze on the side

Enjoy your succulent Grilled Ham with Wine/Pineapple/Honey Glaze!

Baked Apricot Sticky Chicken Wings

A sweet and sticky apricot glaze covers these baked chicken wings, which can be used as an appetizer or main dish for any event. Putting apricot preserves, soy sauce, and honey together makes a tasty coating that caramelizes beautifully in the oven.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg chicken wings
• 1 cup apricot preserves
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions:

Get the oven ready by heating it up to 400F 200C

Put apricot preserves, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan

Over medium-low heat, mix everything together well and let it thicken a bit, about 5 minutes

Put the chicken wings on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper

Season them with salt and pepper

Spread the apricot glaze out on the chicken wings so that they are covered all over

The chicken should be cooked all the way through after 25 to 30 minutes in a hot oven

The glaze should also be sticky and caramelized at this point

Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top after taking it out of the oven

Sanjeok Beef and Nashi Pear Burger

This Sanjeok Beef and Nashi Pear Burger is a tasty mix of Korean flavors and traditional American burgers. The beef patties get a little sweetness and juicy from the grated Nashi pear, and they get rich umami flavors from the marinade. Add your favorite toppings and fresh vegetables to make it a great burger experience.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 Nashi pear, peeled and grated
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 burger buns
• Lettuce leaves
• Sliced tomatoes
• Sliced red onion
• Sliced pickles
• Sliced cheese optional
• Mayonnaise
• Ketchup

Instructions:

Ground beef, grated Nashi pear, chopped onion, minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and ground black pepper should all be mixed together in a bowl

Mix the ingredients together well until they are all evenly mixed in

Make 4 burger patties out of the beef mixture that are all the same size

Warm up your grill or pan on the stove by setting it on medium-high heat

The burger patties should be cooked for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are done the way you like them

Toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until they are just barely brown while the burgers are cooking

Put a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun before putting your burgers together

On top of the lettuce, put a cooked patty

If you want, you can add a slice of cheese next

Cover the patty with tomato, red onion, and pickle slices

On the top half of the bun, spread mayonnaise and ketchup

To finish the burger, put the top half of the bun on top of the assembled ingredients

Warm up your Sanjeok Beef and Nashi Pear Burger and serve it with your favorite sides

Have fun!

Southern Banana Pudding Shots Parfait

A delightful twist on classic banana pudding, these Southern Banana Pudding Shots Parfait are perfect for entertaining and indulging in a sweet, boozy treat. The layers of vanilla pudding, banana slices, and a luscious whipped cream mixture create a delectable dessert experience.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup vanilla pudding
• 1 cup banana slices
• 1/2 cup vanilla wafers, crushed
• 1 cup whipped cream
• 1/4 cup vanilla-flavored vodka
• 2 tablespoons banana liqueur
• 1 tablespoon condensed milk
• 1 tablespoon caramel sauce
• Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, layer the bottom with a spoonful of vanilla pudding

Add a layer of banana slices on top of the pudding

Sprinkle a layer of crushed vanilla wafers over the bananas

In a separate bowl, mix whipped cream, vanilla-flavored vodka, banana liqueur, and condensed milk until smooth

Add a layer of the cream mixture to the parfait

Drizzle a bit of caramel sauce over the cream layer

Repeat the layers until the glass is almost full, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream on top

Garnish with banana slices, crushed wafers, and mint leaves

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving

Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes

Indulge in these Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes that are gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free. They are rich, moist, and perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings while sticking to a Paleo diet.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup coconut flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips optional

Instructions:

Turn the oven on to 350 degrees Fahrenheit 175 degrees Celsius and line a muffin tin with paper liners

Cocoa powder, baking soda, coconut flour, and salt should all be combined in a mixing bowl

Whisk the eggs, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract thoroughly in a different bowl

Once a smooth batter forms, pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir

Mix the dairy-free dark chocolate chips into the batter, if you'd like

Pour the batter into each muffin cup, filling it to about two thirds of the way

Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, in a preheated oven

After taking the cupcakes out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes in the muffin tin before moving them to a wire rack to finish cooling

After the cupcakes cool, you can choose to frost them with a dairy-free frosting

Savor your delectable Chocolate Paleo Cupcakes!

Beef Pot Pie with Cheddar Onion Biscuits

This beef pot pie with cheddar onion biscuits is a hearty and comforting meal that is great for a cold night. Tender beef chunks are cooked with vegetables and creamy cheddar cheese. On top are fluffy biscuits that have onion and sharp cheddar flavors added to them.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs stew meat, trimmed and cubed
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup diced celery
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 cups frozen peas
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tube refrigerated biscuit dough

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 190C 375F

Toss the stew meat with flour in a large bowl until it is well covered

Put vegetable oil in a large skillet and heat it over medium-high heat

All sides of the stew meat should be browned

Put the meat that has been browned in a Dutch oven

As well as onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper, add beef broth and water

Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let it cook for an hour and a half to two hours, or until the meat is soft

Add heavy cream and frozen peas and mix well

For an extra 5 minutes, cook

Take it off the heat and add the shredded cheddar cheese

Mix it in until it melts

Open the tube of biscuit dough that has been frozen and put the biscuits on top of the beef mixture in the Dutch oven

After the oven is hot, bake the biscuits for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fully cooked

Enjoy while hot!

Kinako Banana Porridge

This vegan and gluten-free kinako banana porridge is warm and comforting, and it tastes great with bananas and nutty kinako powder. It's great for breakfast or as a snack.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 cups almond milk
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 tablespoons kinako powder
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
• Pinch of salt
• Toppings: Sliced bananas, kinako powder, and a drizzle of maple syrup

Instructions:

Put mashed bananas, kinako powder, maple syrup if using, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan

Add the almond milk and mix well

Over medium-low heat, bring the mixture to a boil

Then, lower the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring every now and then, until the porridge is the consistency you want

Just take it off the heat and let it sit for one minute to thicken up

Put the porridge into bowls

If you want, you can add sliced bananas, kinako powder, and maple syrup on top of each bowl

Enjoy while still warm!

Keto Spinach and Feta Omelette

This Keto Spinach and Feta Omelette is a tasty and healthy way to start the day. It is low-carb and keto-friendly and full of protein and healthy fats that will keep you full until lunchtime.

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper

Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat

Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet, swirling to coat the bottom evenly

Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges start to set

Sprinkle chopped spinach and crumbled feta cheese evenly over the eggs

Using a spatula, fold the omelette in half and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts and the omelette is cooked through

Transfer to a plate and serve hot