Pistachio Cheesecake

For the crust: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsalted pistachios, finely ground 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted For the filling: 24 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 3 large eggs 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios … Read more

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients: 1 cup of flour 1 teaspoon of baking soda 1/4 teaspoon of salt 1/2 cup of softened butter 3/4 cup of packed brown sugar 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 1 large egg 3/4 cup of old-fashioned rolled oats 3/4 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips (see notes) Instructions: Preheat … Read more

Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake

Ingredients: For the Baklava Layer: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup honey 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup chopped pistachios 6 sheets phyllo dough, thawed if frozen For the Cheesecake Layer: 16 ounces (about 450g) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup honey For the … Read more

Caldillo de Chile Verde

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1.5 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes Salt and pepper, to taste 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound tomatillos, husked and chopped 3-4 green chiles (such as poblano or Anaheim), roasted, peeled, and chopped 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional for extra heat) … Read more

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip

Ingredients: 4 cups canned chicken drained (about two large cans) 16 ounces cream cheese (two packages) 1 cup buffalo hot sauce (use Frank’s) 1 cup ranch dressing 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded Instructions: Cut cream cheese into small chunks. This will make melting easier. Add all ingredients to the crockpot: chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, … Read more

Mexican Taco Lasagna

This layered taco lasagna recipe is more of an easy Mexican casserole, full of taco seasoned beef, tomatoes, onions, a cheesy sauce and flour tortillas. Happy Wednesday Folks!! How did #NationalTacoDay almost get by me this year?!?!?!? So I’m a few days late but just had to share this Amazing Taco Lasagna Recipe with you. … Read more

Indulge in the exotic flavors

Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz vodka 1/2 oz blue curaçao 1/2 oz cranberry juice 1/2 oz lime juice 1/2 oz simple syrup Purple sugar for rimming Lemon twist for garnish Instructions: Begin by rimming a martini glass with purple sugar. Dip the rim of the glass in water and then into the sugar to coat it. … Read more