The focus of this dish – is the dumpling. Smothered with gravy..yeah! I could have absolutely done without the chicken! Here is a version of how my Mom used to make her Chicken Paprikash. Simple and delicious. 4 split chicken breasts, bone-in, skin on 1/2 large onion, chopped 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1 Tbsp. olive…
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I never had much luck baking cakes from scratch. When I saw the ingredients in this recipe, I had to have another go at it. This WAS a CRAZY COOKING CHALLENGE for me! Cocoa-Almond Coco Cake 3 cups cake flour 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp.…
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Known by pastry chefs as beurre noisette (hazelnut butter), is what makes this Brown Butter Apple Tart so delicious. This custardy fall dessert works best with firm, tart apples. Be sure to begin the dough one day ahead. The crust recipe makes enough for two, freeze the second one airtight for up to three months,…
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This was a White Bread challenge for me. I’ve always wanted to learn how to make a good bread. Getting a nice, crusty loaf straight from the oven is not an easy task. I wanted to make an “everyday” bread that was easy to make since alot of us don’t have the time to be…
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I’ve got to be honest. I am not a football fan. I don’t understand it, can’t follow it and usually have no clue who is in the Super Bowl. But….ask me to cook for the big game and I’m there!~ Everyone loves pizza for a party. These little pepperoni puffs make a great appetizer. They…
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This week #SundaySupper is taking us “back in the day” with Retro Recipes that we all grew up with. Do you remember your Mom making you English Muffin Pizzas? We had them alot growing up and it’s a great memory of mine. It was fun for us to create our own little pizzas. Does anyone…
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When the first tomato comes off the vine, I get dibs – no questions asked! I know many of you down South have already harvested your tomatoes. Mine are just starting. One of my favorite things that I look forward to each summer is a simple tomato sandwich. We are famous here in Jersey for…
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It’s the start of a New Year – a time to reflect and compose our bucket lists! The first thing you will notice is that I decided to have someone do a blog design for me. It wasn’t huge on my bucket list, but something I have been wanting to do for some time now.…
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I never had much luck baking cakes from scratch. When I saw the ingredients in this recipe, I had to have another go at it. This WAS a CRAZY COOKING CHALLENGE for me! Cocoa-Almond Coco Cake 3 cups cake flour 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp.…
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I never had much luck baking cakes from scratch. When I saw the ingredients in this recipe, I had to have another go at it. This WAS a CRAZY COOKING CHALLENGE for me! Cocoa-Almond Coco Cake 3 cups cake flour 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp.…
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Your’re already familiar with crusted chicken – now try it in a salad. The pecans and spices in the crumb mixture add an extra dose of flavor. The best part? The crumbs left in the saute pan are delicious! Instant croutons! Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3/4 c. finely chopped pecans 1/2 tsp. oregano…
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Halloween is one of my favorite holidays. I always wanted to have an all-out party with all the spooky decorations and lots of spooky food. Well – the party is here today! I always dress up as a witch every year. The kids are always surprised to see someone dressed up when I open the…
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Comfy Cuisine- Home Recipes from Family & Friends: Delightful Dumplings…..and some Chicken Paprikash
The focus of this dish – is the dumpling. Smothered with gravy..yeah! I could have absolutely done without the chicken! Here is a version of how my Mom used to make her Chicken Paprikash. Simple and delicious. 4 split chicken breasts, bone-in, skin on 1/2 large onion, chopped 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1 Tbsp. olive…
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It’s the start of a New Year – a time to reflect and compose our bucket lists! The first thing you will notice is that I decided to have someone do a blog design for me. It wasn’t huge on my bucket list, but something I have been wanting to do for some time now.…
