Ingredients ———– **Sweet Potatoes** – 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed – 1/4 cup butter – 1/3 cup brown sugar – 1/4 cup milk – 1 tsp cinnamon – 1 tsp vanilla extract – Pinch of salt **Topping** – 1/2 cup brown sugar – 1/3 cup flour – 1/4 cup butter (melted) – 1 cup chopped pecans Instructions ———— 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). 2. Boil sweet potatoes 15–20 minutes until tender, then drain. 3. Mash with butter, brown sugar, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. 4. Spread mashed sweet potatoes into a baking dish. 5. In a bowl,…
Author: staceymccormick1@gmail.com
Classic New York Cheesecake Ingredients Crust • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs • ¼ cup granulated sugar • 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter • Pinch of salt Filling • 4 (8-oz) blocks cream cheese, softened • 1 cup granulated sugar • 1 cup sour cream, room temperature • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice • 1 tbsp vanilla extract • 3 large eggs, room temperature Optional Topping • Fresh berries • Warm berry compote • Whipped cream Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham crumbs, sugar, butter, and salt. Press into 9-inch springform pan. Bake 10 minutes. 2.…
Ultimate Moist Chocolate Cake Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Servings: 10–12 Ingredients Directions 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. 4. Slowly pour in the boiling water or hot coffee. The batter will be thin — this is correct. 5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. 6. Bake 28–32…
Prime Rib Roast Ingredients • 1 (5–7 lb) standing rib roast • 2 tbsp coarse kosher salt • 1 tbsp black pepper • 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped • 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped • 6 cloves garlic, minced • 3 tbsp olive oil • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard Instructions 1. Remove roast from the refrigerator 2 hours before cooking to bring it to room temperature. 2. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C). 3. Mix salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, garlic, olive oil, and Dijon into a paste. Rub all over roast. 4. Place roast bone-side down in a roasting pan. 5.…
APPLE PIE ———- Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Servings: 8 INGREDIENTS – 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour – 1 tsp salt – 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed – 6–8 tbsp ice water – 6 cups thinly sliced apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith) – 3/4 cup sugar – 2 tbsp all-purpose flour – 1 tsp cinnamon – 1/4 tsp nutmeg – 1 tbsp lemon juice – 2 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces (for topping) – 1 egg (for egg wash) DIRECTIONS 1. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.…
CLASSIC FRENCH TOAST ——————– Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 INGREDIENTS – 8 slices brioche or thick-cut bread – 4 large eggs – 1 cup whole milk (or half-and-half for richer texture) – 2 tbsp sugar – 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract – 1/2 tsp cinnamon – Pinch of salt – 2 tbsp butter (for cooking) – Maple syrup, powdered sugar, berries (optional) DIRECTIONS 1. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. 2. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount…
AUTHENTIC TIRAMISU —————— Prep Time: 30 minutes Chill Time: 4–6 hours Total Time: ~6 hours 30 minutes Servings: 10 INGREDIENTS Cream Layer: – 5 large egg yolks – 3/4 cup sugar – 1 cup heavy cream – 1 cup mascarpone cheese, softened Coffee Layer: – 1 3/4 cups strong brewed espresso or dark coffee, cooled – 3 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional) Assembly: – 2 packages ladyfingers (about 40–45) – Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting – Dark chocolate shavings (optional) DIRECTIONS 1. In a heatproof bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar. Place over a simmering pot (double boiler) and whisk 8–10…
Classic Meatloaf Ingredients • 2 lbs ground beef • 1 cup breadcrumbs • 1 small onion, finely diced • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 2 eggs • 1/2 cup milk • 1/3 cup ketchup • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce • 1 tsp salt • 1/2 tsp black pepper • 1 tsp paprika • Glaze: 1/2 cup ketchup + 2 tbsp brown sugar + 1 tbsp mustard Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment or lightly grease. 2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper,…
CREAMY CHICKEN ALFREDO ———————- Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Servings: 4 INGREDIENTS For the Chicken: – 2 chicken breasts, sliced or pounded thin – 1 tbsp olive oil – 1 tsp Italian seasoning – 1/2 tsp garlic powder – 1/2 tsp salt – 1/4 tsp pepper For the Alfredo Sauce: – 4 tbsp unsalted butter – 3 cloves garlic, minced – 1 1/2 cups heavy cream – 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese – 1/2 tsp salt – 1/4 tsp pepper For the Pasta: – 12 oz fettuccine or linguine – Fresh parsley…
Chicken Quesadillas Ingredients – 2 cups cooked shredded chicken – 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese – 1/2 cup diced onions – 1/2 cup diced bell peppers – 2 tbsp olive oil – 1 tsp chili powder – 1/2 tsp cumin – Salt & pepper to taste – 4 large flour tortillas – Sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for serving Instructions 1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers; cook until softened. 2. Add shredded chicken, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir and heat through. 3. Place…