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HOT MILK CAKE WITH STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM

HOT MILK CAKE WITH STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM

This vintage Hot Milk Cake recipe is a soft, buttery sponge cake made with scalded milk for a rich, tender texture. Topped with sweetened fresh strawberries and homemade whipped cream, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for spring, summer, or any celebration. Great for Mother’s …read more

POOR MAN’S BURNT ENDS

POOR MAN’S BURNT ENDS

Learn how to make Poor Man's Burnt Ends, a budget-friendly BBQ recipe using chuck roast that’s perfect for summer grilling. Quick, flavorful, and easy to prepare—this recipe will satisfy your BBQ cravings without breaking the bank!

Homemade Roasted Red Peppers

Homemade Roasted Red Peppers

Enjoy the rich, smoky flavors of homemade Roasted Red Peppers with this simple recipe. Broil red bell peppers until charred, then peel to reveal tender, sweet flesh perfect for salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes, pizzas, and appetizers. Store in olive oil for up to two weeks …read more

SKILLET SHAKSHUKA

SKILLET SHAKSHUKA

This one-pan Middle Eastern dish features poached eggs in a rich, spiced tomato sauce, making it a flavorful, budget-friendly meal perfect for any time of day. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, shakshuka is a delicious way to enjoy eggs packed with protein and nutrients. …read more

QUICK CHICKEN SATAY

QUICK CHICKEN SATAY

Savory, sweet, and tangy chicken satay, tender, skewered chicken grilled to perfection and served with a rich and flavorful easy homemade peanut sauce. Peanut sauce recipe also available in this post.

SPIRAL VEGETABLE TART

SPIRAL VEGETABLE TART

Delight your taste buds with our vibrant Spiral Veggie Tart, a colorful and savory masterpiece perfect for spring gatherings and Easter celebrations.

Mixed Berry Pavlova

Mixed Berry Pavlova

A delicate meringue outer shell, cushioning a fluffy, marshmallow-like center, topped with whipped cream and fresh, juicy berries

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA DIP

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA DIP

Discover the perfect snacking solution for busy hungry people – the Mediterranean Chickpea Dip! This creamy and exotic dip, packed with the goodness of garbanzo beans, garlic, and olive oil, is a delightful way to sneak in more veggies.

MIXED MELON SALSA FRESCA

MIXED MELON SALSA FRESCA

Celebrate summer's peak with juicy melons! Explore health benefits, savor Mixed Melon Salsa Fresca—a versatile delight

DIVAS EASY BBQ RIBS

DIVAS EASY BBQ RIBS

Guaranteed delectable, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs that you easily simmer, then sizzle on the grill.

ALABAMA WHITE BBQ CHICKEN

ALABAMA WHITE BBQ CHICKEN

When you prepare chicken using the Alabama White Sauce ala Diva (recipe above) as a baste, the chicken takes on a deep mahogany glaze. Then when you dip the cooked chicken in the sauce it’s absolute perfection.

CLASSIC STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE

CLASSIC STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE

Let perfectly ripe strawberries be the star of the show with a not-too-sweet shortcake and vanilla kissed whipped cream as supporting players. There’s nothing better than classic strawberry shortcake. Easy, goofproof, delicious!