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Goodmorning! Let's eat! Double Chocolate Pecan Bar
16/10/2025

Goodmorning!
Let's eat! Double Chocolate Pecan Bar

16/10/2025

No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake

16/10/2025

How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake | No-Fail Recipe

Ingredients:
For the crust:

1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers

1/4 cup sugar

1/3 cup melted butter

For the cheesecake filling:

2 packs (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened

1 cup all-purpose cream (or heavy cream)

3/4 cup sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 large eggs

For the topping:

1 cup blueberry pie filling (canned or homemade)

Instructions:
1. Make the crust:

Mix crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan (8 or 9 inches).

Chill in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes.

2. Prepare the cheesecake filling:

Beat cream cheese until smooth.

Add sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until creamy.

Add eggs, one at a time, mixing just until blended.

Gently mix in the all-purpose cream until smooth.

3. Bake:

Pour the mixture into the crust.

Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 40–45 minutes, or until the center is almost set.

Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

4. Add the topping:

Spoon blueberry filling evenly on top of the chilled cheesecake.

Slice and serve cold.

Tips for Perfect Blueberry Cheesecake:

Don’t overmix the batter to avoid cracks.

You can also make it no-bake by skipping the eggs and adding 1 tbsp of gelatin (dissolved) to the mixture before chilling.

Chill well for best texture and flavor.

16/10/2025

Double Chocolate Pecan Bar | Homemade | Easy to bake

Check recipe below 👇

16/10/2025

Delicious Dessert

16/10/2025

How to cook Double Chocolate Pecan Bars 👇

Ingredients:

For the base:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 tsp salt

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 large egg

For the topping:

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chunks)

3/4 cup chopped pecans (toast slightly for extra flavor)

1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Make the base:

In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla.

Add flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until smooth and thick.

Spread evenly into the prepared pan.

Add toppings:

Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the base.

Add the chopped pecans on top.

Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk evenly over everything.

Bake:

Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the edges are set and the top looks glossy.

Don’t overbake—it should be a little gooey in the middle.

Cool completely:

Let it cool in the pan before cutting into bars.

The bars firm up as they cool.

🍽️ Serving Tips:

Serve slightly warm with vanilla ice cream for a dessert treat.

Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top before baking for a sweet-salty twist.

16/10/2025

How to cook Sinigang na Bangus

Ingredients:

1 large bangus (milkfish), cleaned and cut into 3–4 pieces

8 cups water

2 medium tomatoes, quartered

1 medium onion, quartered

2 pcs green chili (siling pansigang) – optional, for a bit of heat

1 pack sinigang mix (tamarind flavor) or fresh sampalok (tamarind) boiled and mashed for natural sourness

1 bundle kangkong (water spinach), leaves and tender stalks

5–6 pcs sitaw (string beans), cut into 2-inch pieces

1 small radish (labanos), sliced thinly

1 medium eggplant, sliced

1–2 pcs okra (optional)

Fish sauce (patis) or salt, to taste

Cooking oil, a little for sautéing (optional)

🍲 Instructions:

Prepare the broth

In a pot, pour 8 cups of water and bring to a boil.

Add tomatoes and onion. Let them simmer for about 5 minutes until soft.

Add the bangus

Carefully place the bangus slices into the pot.

Simmer for 8–10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
(Tip: Avoid stirring too much so the fish doesn’t break apart.)

Add the vegetables

Put in the radish, eggplant, sitaw, and okra.

Continue simmering for another 5–7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Add the sour flavor

Pour in the sinigang mix (or fresh tamarind juice). Stir gently.

Add green chili if you like it spicy.

Season with fish sauce or salt according to your taste.

Add kangkong last

Turn off the heat and add kangkong leaves. Cover for about 1–2 minutes until wilted.

🍚 Serve:

Serve hot with steamed rice — perfect for rainy or cold weather!

You can also serve fish sauce with calamansi and chili on the side.

Goodmorning ❤️
15/10/2025

Goodmorning ❤️

15/10/2025

How to Cook Filipino-Style Spaghetti | Simple and Easy Recipe

Ingredients:

400g spaghetti noodles

2 tbsp oil or butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 medium onion, chopped

½ kg ground pork or beef

1 pack (1 kg) Filipino-style spaghetti sauce

3 tbsp banana ketchup (for extra sweetness)

1 tbsp sugar (optional, adjust to taste)

1 piece hotdog, sliced (or more if you like)

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 cup grated cheese (Eden or cheddar)

Instructions:
1. Cook the spaghetti noodles

Boil water in a large pot with a pinch of salt and a little oil.

Add spaghetti noodles and cook for about 8–10 minutes or until al dente.

Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the sauce

In a pan, heat oil or butter.

Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.

Add ground meat and cook until browned.

Add sliced hotdogs and cook for 3–5 minutes.

3. Add the sauce

Pour in Filipino-style spaghetti sauce and banana ketchup.

Add a bit of sugar if you prefer it sweeter.

Simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Combine and serve

Pour the sauce over the cooked noodles, or mix them together in one pot.

Top with grated cheese generously.

Optional Add-ons:

Add mushrooms, bell pepper, or liver spread for richer flavor.

For a creamier version, add a few tablespoons of all-purpose cream near the end of cooking.

15/10/2025

How to Make McFloat at Home: Easy Refreshing Ice Cream Float Recipe

Ingredients:

(for 1 serving)

1 cup Coke (or Royal, Sprite, or any soda you prefer)

1–2 scoops vanilla ice cream

1 tbsp chocolate syrup or strawberry syrup (optional)

Crushed ice (optional, for extra chill)

Whipped cream and cherry (optional topping)

Instructions:
1. Prepare the glass

Use a tall clear glass or cup.
If you want extra flavor, drizzle syrup inside the glass before adding anything else.

2. Pour the soda

Add Coke (or any soda of your choice).
Leave about 2 inches of space at the top for the ice cream.

3. Add ice cream

Gently place 1–2 scoops of vanilla ice cream on top of the soda.
The ice cream will float and slowly mix with the drink — that’s the McFloat magic!

4. Add toppings (optional)

Drizzle with chocolate or strawberry syrup

Add whipped cream and a cherry on top for that café-style look

5. Serve immediately

Enjoy your cold, creamy, bubbly McFloat with a straw and spoon!

Flavor Variations:

Coke McFloat – classic favorite

Royal McFloat – orange soda + vanilla ice cream

Sprite McFloat – lemon-lime soda + vanilla ice cream

Strawberry McFloat – strawberry soda + vanilla ice cream + syrup

Chocolate McFloat – cola + chocolate syrup + ice cream

15/10/2025

Eating Lechon Horno and Bulalo: Filipino Comfort Food Feast!

Crispy on the outside, tender inside!
Nothing beats eating Lechon sa Hurno with a hot bowl of Bulalo — the perfect Filipino comfort food combo!



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