Saturday, December 31, 2022

Home Made Cherry Cheese Cake


 

This cherry cheesecake requires no cooking and contains a graham cracker base and a layer of cherry pie filling. Because it’s so tasty, it’s sure to make everyone in the family happy. It can be prepared in a flash and with little effort. After trying this cheesecake, my spouse will no longer eat baked cheesecake. 

It’s perfectly OK if you don’t have the time to prepare a traditional baked cherry cheesecake. It is our pleasure to share with you the recipe for the absolutely tastiest no-bake cherry cheesecake that can be found anywhere on the internet. 

Although it requires just a few simple ingredients, the taste is not compromised in any way by this fact. Simply putting the cheesecake in the refrigerator for a longer period of time will allow it to get the desired consistency. If, after the three hours that are recommended by this recipe, the filling for your cheesecake is not thick enough, try placing it in the refrigerator for a few more hours, or even overnight.

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THIS RECIPE YOU’LL NEED: THE GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST INGREDIENTS: 

 1¼ Cups.Of graham cracker crumbs. 

¼ Cup.Of unsalted butter – melted. 

¼ Cup.Of white sugar. 

FOR THE CHERRY FILLING; YOU’LL NEED

An 8-oz Pkg.Of cream cheese – softened. 

1 Cup.Of powdered sugar. 

1 Tsp.Of vanilla extract. 

1 Cup.Of heavy whipping cream. 

Canned cherry pie filling; a 12-oz can


DIRECTIONS:


Step 1 – In a bowl, thoroughly combine the graham cracker crumbs, margarine, and sugar for the crust until the mixture takes on a crumbly consistency. Fill a 9-inch pie pan halfway with the mixture, pushing it up the edges as much as possible. 

 Step 2 – In a bowl, use an electric mixer to beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract for the filling until the mixture is smooth and can be spread. 

 Step 3 – Using an electric mixer and a bowl made of glass or metal that has been cooled, whip cream until it forms soft peaks. 

 Step 4 – Combine the whipped cream and cream cheese in a bowl until you have a smooth consistency. When the crust is ready, pour the filling into it. 

 Step 5 – After you have smoothed the top with a spatula, place it in the refrigerator for at least two hours, preferably three. And then cover the cheesecake that has been refrigerated with the cherry pie filling. 

 Step 6 – Serve immediately, or cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

ENJOY!

Wednesday, December 28, 2022

Southern Fried Catfish


 I don't eat Fish, Any kind of Fish, but for those of you who do , I will not deprive you of this Recipe..

INGREDIENTS:

" ⅔ Cup.Of yellow cornmeal.

 ¼ Cup.Of all-purpose flour. 

 1½ Small spoons.Of seasoned salt. 

 ½ Small spoon.Of black pepper. 

 ½ Small spoon.Of cayenne pepper.

 ½ Small spoon.Of lemon juice. 

 ¼ Small spoon.Of paprika. 

 2 large whole eggs. 

 2 Small spoons.Of hot sauce. 

 500 grams.Of catfish fillets.

FOR SERVING,  USE:

lemon wedges.

Tartar sauce.

Hot sauce.


DIRECTIONS:

Step 1: To begin, combine the cornmeal, with flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice, and smoked paprika in a large brown bag or ziplock bag and shake well to combine. 

 Step 2: In a deep pie dish or large shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and spicy sauce until well combined. 

 Step 3: After that, you can add each fillet to the beaten eggs and turn to cover both sides, then transfer to the cornmeal breadcrumbs and shake vigorously to coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs. 

 Step 4: And now, place the fillets on the baking sheet that has been sprayed with cooking spray, and repeat the process with each fillet. 

 Step 5: At this step, you need to allow the fish to rest for 10 to 15 minutes in the refrigerator before removing it from the refrigerator. 

 Step 6: Following that, you need to pour approximately 4 inches of oil into a large Dutch oven, saucepan, or deep fryer and heat over medium-high heat until the temperature reaches about 340 degrees. Remove from heat and set aside. 

 Step 7: And finally, fry the fillets in batches until they are golden brown, then remove them from the pan and drain on wire racks or paper towels. 

 Step 8: The final step before serving is letting the fillets rest for 5 to 10 minutes with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of chopped parsley. 

 TAKE PLEASURE IN IT! AND HAVE A GOOD DAY!!

Tuesday, December 27, 2022

Cheeseburger Subs


I would like to know what creative mind thought this up....I'd like to know...but I'd still try this, just once... For real!


INGREDIENTS: 

Submarine buns; I used 4 for 4 servings. 

 1 Tbsp.Of Olive Oil 1 

½ pounds.Of lean ground beef. 

 2 small diced yellow onions.

 1 Tsp.Of sea salt. 

 1 Tsp.Of freshly ground black pepper. 

 1 Tbsp.Of garlic powder. 

 1 Tbsp.Of Onion powder. 

 ½ Cup.Of water. 

 1 Cup.Of shredded cheddar cheese.


FOR MAKING THE SAUCE, YOU’LL NEED

½ Cup.Of mayonnaise. 

¼ Cup.Of sweet relish.

 1 Tbsp.Of yellow mustard. 

 ¼ Tsp.Of black pepper. 

 ¼ Tsp.Of sea salt. 

 ½ Tsp.Of garlic powder. 

 ½ Tsp.Of onion powder.


DIRECTIONS:


1st Step – Set the temperature in the oven to 400 degrees. 

 2nd Step – Mix the mayonnaise, mustard, and relish together in a bowl. Stir well then season with salt and pepper, then stir in the onion and garlic powders. 

 3rd Step – In a pan, melt the olive oil over medium heat, then add the ground beef. 

 4th Step – After the onions have been diced, add them to the steak and mix everything together. Once everything is done cooking, remove any excess grease from the skillet. 

 5th Step – The ground beef should already be in the pan when you add the seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder). Bring the water to a boil in the pan. 

 6th Step – Combine all of the ingredients, then continue heating the mixture until there is no more water, then remove the dish away from the heat. 

 7th Step – Spread parchment paper on the bottom of a baking sheet. After that, cut the sub rolls in half lengthwise and lay them open side up on the baking sheet. 

 8th Step – Spread the special sauce over the top side of the roll, and then ladle the ground beef mixture onto the bottom halves of all four rolls in a uniform distribution, and top with the roll tops. 

 9th Step – On top of the ground beef, evenly distribute the cheddar cheese, then set the baking sheet in the oven and continue baking for approximately 6 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Enjoy!

Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Super Moist Chocolate Cake


 Here is a super sweet treat for the ages.

INGREDIENTS:

° 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 

° 1 3/4 cup sugar 

° 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 

° 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 

° 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 

° 1 teaspoon salt 

° 2 eggs 

° 1 cup whole milk or 2% 

° 1/2 cup vegetable oil 

° 2 teaspoons vanilla 

° 1 cup boiling water


DIRECTIONS:


Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 

Grease two loaf pans or two 9-inch cake trays. Mixing dried ingredients in a bowl. 

Add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla; 

Beat for 2-3 minutes. Stir in boiling water. 

The mixture will be thin. 

Pour mixture to prepared pans. 

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until centered and come out clean.

 Cool for 5 minutes. Removing it to pans to Wire Racks. 

Totally cool. + Powdered chocolate: 

° 1 can (12 ounce) evaporated milk 

° 3/4 cup sugar 

° 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 

° 1/4 cup water 

° 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 

° 4 tablespoons butter 

++Note: You can adjust the cocoa powder to your preference. +

 Procedure: In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients except the butter. 

Cook over low heat, stirring constantly. 

Cook until thick. 

Turn off the heat. 

Add the butter and stir until the butter melts.


 Cool slightly, then pour over cake until it is completely covered. 

Slice it, serve and enjoy 

Enjoy !

Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Spanish Omelette


 This Spanish Omlette recipe will conceivably keep you going all day...

Treat yourself to this great mix of chorizo, potatoes, eggs and  Mayonnaise.

INGREDIENTS:


5 eggs 

2 Tbsp.l Mayonnaise 

2 Tbsp. chopped parsley (optional) 

1/8 tsp. ground black pepper (optional) 

1 Tbsp. olive oil 

1/2 cup chopped chorizo 

1 lb. new potatoes or all-purpose potatoes, cooked and sliced 

1 medium onion, finely chopped


DIRECTIONS:

1 Beat eggs,  Mayonnaise, parsley and black pepper in small bowl with wire whisk; set aside. 

2 Heat olive oil in large nonstick skillet and lightly brown chorizo over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add potatoes and onion and cook, stirring gently, until onions are almost tender, about 5 minutes. 

3 Add egg mixture. Cook over low heat, lifting set edges of omelet with spatula and tilting pan to allow uncooked mixture to flow to bottom. 

4. Cover and cook until omelet is set, about 5 minutes. Garnish, if desired, with additional chopped parsley.

ENJOY!

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Caramel Cake


 Hot Caramel Cake...Ummmmm A Nice Tasty treat for early December..

INGREDIENTS:

CAKE INGREDIENTS: 

2+1/2 C.OF sifted all-purpose flour, 

I sifted it before using. 

1/4 TSP.Of Sea salt. 

2 C.OF regular sugar. 

2 sticks unsalted butter. 

1 C.OF water. 

1 TSP.Of baking soda. 

1/2 C.OF buttermilk. 

2 large whole eggs. 

1 TSP.Of vanilla extract. 

FROSTING INGREDIENTS

3 C.OF granulated sugar.

 About 1/2 C.Of softened butter. 

1 C.OF heavy cream. 

A pinch.Of sea salt. 

2 TSP.Of vanilla extract.


DIRECTIONS:
How To Make Homemade Caramel Cake 

Step 1- Prepare two 9“ cake pans by greasing them with butter and sprinkle some flour. 

Step 2- In a large mixing bowl, sift 2 cups+ 2 T.Of flour with sea salt. Stir in the sugar and mix till combined. 

Step 3- In a medium saucepan, combine the butter with water. Bring it to a boil, after that add the flour and sugar over it. Whisk before they’re mixed. 

Step 4- Add the baking soda, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and eggs then whisk until smooth and well incorporated. 

Step 5- Spread the mixture into the baking pans. 

Step 6- Bake for around 25 minutes, and after around 15 min, check your cake. When the tester comes out clean, the cake is finished, just be careful not to overcook. 

Step 7- Remove the pans from the oven and allow thirty minutes to cool on the wire rack, then switch the layers onto the racks filled with parchment to cool fully. 

HOW TO MAKE A MAGICAL HOMEMADE CARAMEL FROSTING: 

Step 1- Place 2 cups and half of the granulated sugar, butter, cream, and a sprinkle of salt in a big saucepan. 

Step 2-Cook until almost to a rolling boil on low, then pour in the sugar syrup you produce in another skillet.

 Step 3- Meanwhile, add a half cup of sugar in a small skillet and melt on medium until it becomes an amber color. This sugar is not stirred, so every few minutes you will need to rotate the pan to help spread the sugar. This is the sugar syrup you are going to add to the casserole. 

Step 4- Cook on medium to medium-high as you mix in the syrup, stirring continuously until almost softball level. 

Step 5- Remove from the heat, stir in the vanilla extract, and cool for fifteen minutes or so. 

Step 6- Either switch and beat on medium speed to the big stand mixer or use a hand mixer on medium and whip until frosting consistency becomes around 20 min. Note: You should add a little extra cream if frosting gets too fast or gets too thick.

ENJOY!

Monday, December 5, 2022

Strawberry Cheesecake Tacos


 I don't know if I would actually eat this...But it sure looks good doesn't it?


INGREDIENTS:

1 cup strawberries chopped 

1/4 cup sugar 

2 tsp water 

1 tbsp corn starch 

1 tbsp cold water 

1 cup heavy cream 

1 cup cream cheese softened 

1 tsp lemon zest 

1 tsp vanilla 

1/4 cup powdered sugar


DIRECTIONS:


Pre-heat oven to 400F.

 Cut 4-5 rounds out of each tortilla shell with a cookie cutter to get about 20 shells. Dip each into melted butter then coat in graham cracker crumbs. 

Flip a muffin tin upside down. 

Place the tortilla pieces in between muffin cups. 

Bake 10 minutes until just golden brown. Let cool in pan. 

Make the strawberry Filling: In a small pot pour water, add sugar and strawberries. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer to soften the strawberries. 

Dissolve cornstarch in water and pour into strawberry mix and bring to a boil, stirring constantly (mixture will be slightly chunky). 

Remove to cool completely. 

Beat cream cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, lemon zest and vanilla for 2 minutes, using medium speed, until it thickens. 

Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. Transfer to a piping bag. 

Fill the taco shells with cream cheese filling and top with 1/2 tsp strawberry filling. 

Sprinkle with additional graham cracker crumbs, optional!

ENJOY!

Friday, December 2, 2022

Country Apple Fritter Bread


 Country Apple Fritter Bread! Here is a perfect fall dessert for a Saturday Afternoon.


INGREDIENTS:


1/3 Cup Light brown sugar 

1 tsp Ground cinnamon 

2/3 Cup White sugar 

1/2 Cup Butter, softened 

2 Eggs 

1 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract 

1 1/2 CUPS All-purpose flour 

1 3/4 tsp Baking powder 

1/2 Cup Milk 2 Apples, peeled and chopped (any kind) Old-Fashioned Creme Glaze 

1/2 Cup Powdered sugar 

2 Tbsp of milk or cream


DIRECTIONS:


Preheat oven to 350°F. 

Use a 9×5-inch loaf pan and spray with non-stick spray or line with foil and spray with non-stick spray to get out easily for slicing. 

Mix brown sugar and cinnamon together in a bowl. Set aside. 

In another medium-sized bowl, beat white sugar and butter together using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. 

Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, until blended in; add in vanilla extract. 

Combine & whisk flour and baking powder together in another bowl and add into creamed butter mixture and stir until blended. 

Mix milk into batter until smooth. 

Pour half the batter into the prepared loaf pan; add half the apple mixture, then half the brown sugar/cinnamon mixture. 

Lightly pat apple mixture into batter. 

Pour the remaining batter over apple layer and top with remaining apple mixture, then the remaining brown sugar/cinnamon mixture.

 Lightly pat apples into batter; swirl brown sugar mixture through apples using knife or spoon. 

Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean, approximately 50-60 minutes. 

To make glaze, mix powdered sugar and milk or cream together until well mixed. 

Let cool for about 15 minutes before drizzling with glaze.

ENJOY!

Food Safety Tips
Protect yourself against food-borne illnesses.


1. Use a "refrigerator thermometer" to keep your food stored at a safe temperature (below 40 degrees fahrenheit).

Cold temperatures slow the growth of bacteria. Ensuring that your refrigerator temperature stays at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or colder is one of the most effective ways to reduce your risk of food-borne illness. You can buy a refrigerator/freezer thermometer at appliance stories, home centers (i.e. Home Depot), and kitchen stores including online ones, such as Cooking.com.

2. Defrost food in the refrigerator, the microwave, or in cold water... never on the counter!

Perishable foods should never be thawed on the counter for longer than two hours because, while the center of the food may remain frozen, the outer surface may enter the Danger Zone, the range of temperatures between 40 and 140 degrees fahrenheit, in which bacteria multiply rapidly. If you’re short on time, use the microwave or you can thaw meat and poultry in airtight packaging in cold water. Change the water every half-hour so it stays cold and use the thawed food immediately.

3. Always use separate cutting boards for raw meat/poultry/fish and cooked foods/fresh produce.

Bacteria from uncooked meat, poultry, and fish can contaminate cooked foods and fresh produce. An important way to reduce this risk is to use separate cutting boards for raw meat/poultry/ fish, and cooked foods/fresh produce.

4. Always cook meat to proper temperatures, using a calibrated instant-read thermometer to make sure.

One effective way to prevent illness is to use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of meat, poultry, and egg dishes. The USDA Recommended Safe Minimum Internal Temperatures are as follows:

* Beef, veal, and lamb (steaks and roasts), fish - 145 degrees fahrenheit

* Pork and ground beef - 160 degrees fahrenheit

* Poultry - 165 degrees fahrenheit.

Cook meats like roasts and steaks to lower temperatures, closer to medium-rare, so that they retain their moisture. It is recommended that those who are at high risk for developing food-borne illness (i.e. pregnant women and their unborn babies, newborns, young children, older adults, people with weakened immune systems, or certain chronic illnesses) should follow the USDA guidelines.

5. Avoid unpasteurized/raw milk and cheeses made from unpasteurized milk that are aged less than 60 days.

Raw milk is milk from cows, sheep, or goats that has not been pasteurized (heated to a very high temperature for a specific length of time) to kill harmful bacteria that may be present. These bacteria, which include salmonella, E. coli and listeria, can cause serious illness and sometimes even death. The bacteria in raw milk can be especially dangerous to pregnant women, children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems or chronic illnesses. Raw milk cheeses aged 60 days or longer are okay, since the salt and acidity of the cheese-making process make for a hostile environment to pathogens.

6. Never eat "runny" eggs or foods, such as cookie dough, that contain raw eggs.

Even eggs that have clean, intact shells may be contaminated with salmonella, so it’s important to cook eggs thoroughly until both the yolk and the white are firm. Casseroles and other dishes containing eggs should be cooked to 160 degrees fahrenheit and you can use an instant-read food thermometer to check. Eggs should always be cooked fully and those who are at high risk for developing foodborne illness (pregnant women and their unborn babies, newborns, young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems or certain chronic illnesses should follow the USDA guidelines. If you can’t resist runny eggs or sampling cookie batter, use pasteurized eggs. They’re found near other eggs in large supermarkets.

7. Always wash your hands in warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds before handling food and after touching raw meat, poultry, or eggs.

You can pick up a lot of bacteria out in the world, so it’s important to always wash your hands before you eat or prepare food. You should also wash your hands after touching any uncooked meat, poultry, fish, or eggs, as the bacteria from these foods can contaminate cooked foods and fresh produce. Use soap and warm water and wash thoroughly for at least 20 seconds.

8. Always heat leftover foods to 165 degrees fahrenheit.

The USDA recommends heating all cooked leftovers to 165 degrees fahrenheit in order to kill all potentially dangerous bacteria.

9. Never eat meat, poultry, eggs, or sliced fresh fruits and vegetables that have been left out for more than two hours or more than one hour in temperatures hotter than 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

If you leave perishable foods out of the refrigerator or freezer for more than two hours they may enter the Danger Zone—the unsafe temperatures between 40 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit, in which bacteria multiply rapidly.

10. Whenever there’s a food recall, check products stored at home to make sure they are safe.

You should discard any food that’s been recalled because it’s associated with the outbreak of a food-borne illness. But, according to a survey conducted by Rutgers University during the fall of 2008, only about 60% of Americans search their homes for foods that have been recalled because of contamination. For more information on food recalls, visit the website Recalls.gov






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