Beignets are a famous treat that are beloved by people all over the world. Learn how to make them in your own kitchen. Just try not to wear black clothing when you eat the final product! A beignet is a deep fried pastry that is covered in powdered sugar. Beignets are the official state doughnutContinue reading “Beautiful Beignets”
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What to Eat for Vietnamese Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year)
In Vietnamese culture, Tet or Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year) is the most important holiday. Families and friends get together to honor their ancestors. Sumptuous dishes are prepared and left on the worship altar. The altar has photos of ancestors and is adorned with candles, flowers, and incense. People pray to the spirits toContinue reading “What to Eat for Vietnamese Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year)”
Thit Kho Trung (Vietnamese Braised Pork with Eggs)
This is real Vietnamese comfort food! Most Vietnamese households will have a recipe for Thit Kho Trung. This succulent pork dish beloved by adults and children alike! Thit Kho Trung is a Vietnamese dish made of braised pork and boiled eggs. The pork is cut into cubes that are braised in fish sauce, sugar, garlic,Continue reading “Thit Kho Trung (Vietnamese Braised Pork with Eggs)”
Simple Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
If you have some very ripe bananas then put them in banana bread! Chocolate chip banana bread is a delicious treat that can be eaten for breakfast or as a dessert! A one bowl creation! Banana Bread is a style of quick bread that includes mashed bananas, a leavening agent, and is cake-like in texture.Continue reading “Simple Chocolate Chip Banana Bread”
Delicious Donut Cake
Want to make that delicious donut taste from your own kitchen with no frying required? Look no further than my Delicious Donut Cake! It is moist, delectable, and easy to make. Eat it for breakfast or for dessert! One of the things I noticed when I was living in California’s Bay Area was the donuts.Continue reading “Delicious Donut Cake”
Creamy Hummus
Hummus is a creamy delicious spread that can be used as a condiment or eaten as a snack! It is super easy to make! Completely vegetarian/vegan! Hummus is a spread that is made from chickpeas, sesame paste (tahini), garlic, and lemon juice. It is difficult to pinpoint the origins of hummus. Historical information has theContinue reading “Creamy Hummus”
Easy Chocolate Brownies
Who doesn’t love chocolate? These chocolate brownies are so easy to create, include your children in the baking process! Everyone will love them! A brownie is a square or rectangular chocolate baked good. They can be cakey or fudge-like in texture. Sometimes they may include things like chocolate chips, nuts, or other ingredients. The brownieContinue reading “Easy Chocolate Brownies”
Best Homemade Food Gifts to Give during the Holidays
The best gifts come from the heart! Homemade food gifts are very thoughtful and can be inexpensive if done properly. People will love how much thought and time you spend on making their presents this holiday. Cookies Cookies are a classic gift to give during the holidays. They do not take very long to bakeContinue reading “Best Homemade Food Gifts to Give during the Holidays”
Easy Royal Icing
Bring your cookie and cake decorating to a whole new level with this beautiful and shiny icing! Perfect for sugar cookies! The shiny Royal Icing will make your homemade cookies look professional! Royal icing is a type of icing that is typically made from confectioner sugar, flavorings, and sometimes egg whites or meringue powder. ItContinue reading “Easy Royal Icing”
Wonderful Pumpkin Waffles
Pumpkin waffles are amazing for breakfast or brunch! The whole family will love them! Pumpkins are a versatile gourd that are native to North America. They were brought to Europe during an event called the “Columbian Exchange”. Pumpkins grown in the New England were known to be larger, tastier, and more plentiful than the onesContinue reading “Wonderful Pumpkin Waffles”
