Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade, thawed if frozen) 4 oz (115g) cream cheese (softened) 2 oz (60g) smoked salmon, thinly sliced 1/4 cup (60g) sour cream or crème fraîche 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill) 1 tbsp lemon zest 1 tbsp lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste … Read more
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter (melted) 1 cup (200g) sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips (optional, for extra fudginess) Directions: see continuation on next page
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp sugar 1 tsp active dry yeast 1/2 cup (120ml) warm water (around 110°F/45°C) 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for brushing) 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional for extra flavor) 1/2 tsp dried oregano or rosemary (optional for a savory twist) Freshly grated Parmesan … Read more
Ingredients: 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed if frozen) 2 ripe bananas 1/3 cup hazelnut chocolate spread (e.g., Nutella) 1 egg (for egg wash) 1 tbsp milk (optional, to mix with egg for wash) Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional) Instructions: see continuation on next page
Ingredients: 4 slices of crustless white sandwich bread (Tramezzini bread or regular white bread with crusts removed) 100g (3.5 oz) cream cheese or spreadable cheese 80g (2.8 oz) cooked ham, turkey, or smoked salmon Lettuce leaves or baby spinach Optional: roasted bell peppers, sliced cucumbers, or sun-dried tomatoes Salt and pepper to taste Plastic wrap … Read more
Ingredients: 1 package (approx. 200–250g) chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos) 2 cups (480ml) cold milk 1 package (3.9 oz / 110g) instant chocolate pudding mix 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream (or 1 tub whipped topping like Cool Whip) 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional) Chocolate shavings, chips, or cocoa powder for topping Instructions: see continuation … Read more
Ingredients (Serves 4): 1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour 2 tbsp sugar 1 tbsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 1 cup (240ml) milk 1 large egg 2 tbsp melted butter (plus more for the pan) 1 tsp vanilla extract Instructions: see continuation on next page
Good for: Parsley, cilantro, basil*, mint, dill Trim the stems. Wrap loosely in a damp (not wet) paper towel. Place inside a resealable bag or container. Store in the fridge (except basil, which is best stored at room temperature). ✅ Keeps herbs fresh for up to 1–2 weeks. 🌿 2. Store in a Jar with … Read more
Ingredients (Serves 2–3): 2 flatbreads (store-bought naan, pita, or lavash work great) 2–3 tbsp hummus, pesto, or tomato sauce (as a base) 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, feta, or goat cheese) 1 cup assorted vegetables (e.g. bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, zucchini, mushrooms) Olive oil, for drizzling Salt & pepper, to taste Optional: fresh … Read more
Ingredients (Makes ~15–20 small polpette): 200g (7 oz) stale bread, crust removed 100ml (⅓–½ cup) milk 2 eggs 80g (¾ cup) grated Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino Romano 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Salt & pepper, to taste Optional: 50g (½ cup) shredded mozzarella or provolone Olive oil, for frying or baking … Read more