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06/09/2025

Garlic Chicken Lo Mein
Ingredients:
8 oz lo mein noodles
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, broccoli)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Directions:
Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned and fully cooked, then remove and set aside.
Add remaining oil to the skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute, and add vegetables. Stir-fry until tender-crisp.
In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Add cooked chicken, noodles, and sauce to the skillet.
Toss everything together and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with green onions, and serve.

06/09/2025

Italian Meatloaf
Ingredients
1 lb. ground beef 80/20
1/2 lb. ground mild Italian sausage
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
1 bell pepper, finely chopped
1 tsp. olive oil
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp. minced garlic
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. parsley
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup Italian bread crumbs
½ cup panko
1 T. milk
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup of shredded mozzarella, for topping
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions
In a small skillet, over med-high heat, add your olive oil, onion, and bell pepper saute for 3-4 minutes.
Stir often until onions are translucent.
Set to the side to cool.
In a large bowl, add the beef, sausage, onion mixture, seasonings, eggs, milk, cheese, bread crumbs, panko, and Worcestershire sauce.
Mix to combine using your hands.
Spray your loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
Place the meatloaf mixture into a loaf pan, press to evenly distribute the meatloaf mixture.
Place in a 400-degree oven for 50 minutes.
Remove from the oven and top with the remaining cheese and sprinkle a little dry basil over the top.

06/09/2025

TACO SPAGHETTI
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion chopped
3 cloves garlic
2 10-ounce cans Rotel tomatoes
¼ cup taco seasoning
3 cups low sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
12 ounces spaghetti noodles
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Brown the ground beef in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat. When the beef is about halfway browned, add the onions and continue cooking until the beef is browned and the onions are soft.
Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
Increase the heat to medium and add the Rotel tomatoes, taco seasoning, beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the spaghetti. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the spaghetti is tender, approximately 15-20 minutes. Scrape the bottom of the pot several times and stir frequently.-
Remove from the heat and top with both cheeses. Place a lid on the pot and let the cheese melt for

06/09/2025

Graham Cracker Toffee
Ingredients:
2 sleeves graham crackers
1 ¼ cups butter (2 ½ sticks)
1 ¼ cups brown sugar
2 ½ cups chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Arrange graham crackers in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and cook until bubbling. Boil, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chopped pecans.
Carefully pour the hot pecan toffee over the graham crackers and gently spread with a spatula.
Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
Remove from oven and sprinkle with mini chocolate chips. Let cool on the baking sheet for 1 hour until firm and cool to the touch.

06/09/2025

Chicken Au Gratin Casserole
Ingredients
4 cups rotisserie chicken, chopped (or other type of flavored cooked chicken)
12-16 oz package frozen vegetables (I use the broccoli, corn, and red pepper blend) use your favorite blend
2 (10.5oz) cans cream of soup (celery, mushroom, or chicken)
1/2 cup milk
8 oz sour cream
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1 sleeve ritz crackers
4 TBS butter, melted
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Place chopped cooked chicken into bottom of prepared baking dish evenly. Spread out frozen vegetables evenly across the chicken.
In a large mixing bowl whisk together cream of soups, 1/2 cup milk, sour cream, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Pour mixture all over the vegetables in casserole dish and smooth evenly.
In a ziploc bag crush ritz crackers into crumbs. Pour into a medium bowl. Add in melted butter and mix until crumbs are coated well with the butter. Sprinkle crumb mixture all over the casserole. Top with shredded cheese evenly across casserole.
Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes until cheese is melted and casserole is heated through. Top with green onions as a garnish if you wish. Best served over cooked egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.

06/09/2025

CHICKEN SHAWARMA
Homemade Chicken Shawarma recipe bursting with aromatic spices and tender grilled chicken, this dish is a perfect balance of savory and tangy.
Ingredients:
2 lbs Chicken thigh fillets, boneless and skinless
2 cloves Garlic, minced
3 tbsp Lemon juice
3 tbsp Olive oil
2 tsp Ground coriander
2 tsp Ground cumin
2 tsp Paprika
2 tsp Salt
1 tsp Ground allspice
1/4 tsp Ground black pepper
8 pieces Pita bread
3 cups Lettuce, shredded
1 Red onion, thinly sliced
4 Tomatoes, sliced
1 1/2 cups Plain yogurt
2 tbsp Mayonnaise
1 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
1 tsp Garlic powder
1 tsp Onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Marinate the Chicken:
In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, ground coriander, ground cumin, paprika, salt, allspice, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the chicken thigh fillets to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to develop.
Prepare the Sauce:
In a small bowl, combine plain yogurt, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Cook the Chicken:
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the grates with oil to prevent sticking.
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
Grill the chicken thigh fillets for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely charred on the outside. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice it into thin strips.

06/09/2025

Seafood Mac and Cheese
Ingredients:
2 cups dry macaroni
6 oz claw crab meat
8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 oz sour cream
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 spring onion
1 can evaporated milk
8 oz block sharp white cheddar cheese
4 oz block mozzarella cheese
¼ cup panko bread crumbs
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Peel and devein shrimp if needed.
Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain well.
Place drained macaroni in a large mixing bowl and stir in sour cream until coated.
Add crab meat and mix well.
Finely chop the spring onion and set aside.
Grate the white cheddar and mozzarella cheese and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt butter and cook shrimp just until done. Remove shrimp, chop slightly when cooled, and add to the macaroni mixture.
In the same saucepan, sauté chopped onions until tender. Sprinkle in flour and cook for about 1 minute.
Slowly add evaporated milk, stirring until thickened. Gradually stir in grated cheddar until melted.
Pour the cheese sauce over the macaroni and seafood mixture. Stir to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer to a buttered baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese, breadcrumbs, and a sprinkle of paprika if desired.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until lightly browned on top.

06/09/2025

Homemade Spanish Rice
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
Add the rice to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until the rice is lightly toasted, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir to combine.
Add the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet.
Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped cilantro, if using.

06/09/2025

Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup 😍😋
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the dried thyme, dried basil, and dried oregano. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat and add the shredded cooked chicken. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the half-and-half or heavy cream, and bring the soup back to a gentle simmer.
Add the potato gnocchi to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes until they float to the top.
Stir in the chopped fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

06/09/2025

DIY Aroma Stones
Ingredients:
2 cups baking soda
1 cup cornstarch
1 1/4 cups water
Food coloring (optional)
Essential oils of your choice
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine baking soda and cornstarch. Whisk until fully blended.
Gradually add water, stirring continuously until the mixture reaches a thick, paste-like consistency similar to wet sand.
If using multiple colors, divide the mixture and add a few drops of food coloring to each portion. Mix until the color is evenly distributed.
Add 10 to 15 drops of essential oil to each batch and stir thoroughly to combine.
Shape the mixture by hand or press into silicone molds to create your desired stone shapes.
Place the formed stones on wax paper or a drying rack.
Let dry completely for 24 to 48 hours, depending on size and humidity levels.
Once fully hardened, place the aroma stones around your home to enjoy their scent and aromatherapy benefits.

06/09/2025

Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
INGREDIENTS
1 lb ground beef
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup beef broth
1/3 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Pinch red pepper flake, optional
10 oz linguine
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
4 green onions, sliced
PREPARATION
In a large pot of boiling water, cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef until no longer pink.
Drain fat as needed, then add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, ginger, red pepper flake, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons cold water and add to ground beef. Stir and bring to a gentle boil. Once sauce has thickened, add noodles and stir to combine.

06/09/2025

Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
1 cup ketchup
1 cup Sweet Baby Ray’s Hickory & Brown Sugar barbecue sauce
2 lbs lean ground beef
30 Ritz Crackers
2 oz Lipton onion soup mix
2 eggs
3 cups macaroni noodles
2 cups milk
10.5 oz condensed cheddar cheese soup
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
4 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ketchup and barbecue sauce. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef. Crush Ritz Crackers and add to the bowl. Add the Lipton onion soup mix and eggs. Pour in 1/2 cup of the ketchup and barbecue sauce mixture.
Mix all ingredients together until fully combined. Press the mixture evenly into the baking dish. Spread the remaining ketchup and barbecue sauce on top.
Bake for 30 minutes. Cook the macaroni noodles according to package directions, then drain.
In a large bowl, whisk together milk and condensed cheddar cheese soup until smooth. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir in cooked macaroni and 2 cups of shredded cheese.
Remove the meatloaf from the oven. Pour the macaroni mixture on top and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Bake for an additional 17-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and starting to brown. Let sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes:
Customize the cheese blend to your preference.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free crackers, soup mix, and noodles.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Enjoy this comforting Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole, perfect for family dinners and gatherings