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Lara Victoria, 4771 Cameron Road, Cassadaga, NY (2025)

06/23/2025

US Strikes on Iran: B-2 bombers reportedly carried out attacks on Iranian nuclear sites in "Operation Midnight Hammer." This follows a week of Israeli airstrikes in Iran. There are reports of Iranian missile retaliation against Israel, and a "heightened threat environment" advisory in the U.S. due to potential Iranian sleeper cells. Russia has also suggested other countries may supply nuclear warheads to Iran.

05/25/2025

This Strawberry Happy Birthday Cake is soft, moist, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor — topped with creamy buttercream and real fruit for a celebration-worthy dessert. Perfect for birthdays, surprises, or any reason to celebrate!

Ingredients (Makes 1 8-inch Layer Cake / Serves 10–12):
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1½ cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup mashed fresh strawberries
½ cup strawberry puree (blended strawberries strained)
½ cup milk or buttermilk
For the Strawberry Filling:
1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
½ tsp lemon juice
For the Frosting:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk
Pinch of salt
Optional: food coloring (pink or red), sprinkles, edible gold dust
For Decoration:
Fresh strawberries (sliced or whole)
Whipped cream (optional)
Edible flowers or sprinkles
Happy Birthday candle or letter candles

05/24/2025

These Pork Trotters in Garlic Tomato Sauce are rich, tender, and bursting with flavor — slow-braised to perfection and finished with a savory-sweet tomato glaze. Perfect for adventurous eaters and gourmet lovers alike!

Ingredients (Serves 4–6):
For the Trotters:
2 whole pork trotters (cleaned and split)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
For the Braise:
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, smashed
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes or tomato puree
1 cup red wine (or chicken broth)
2 cups beef or chicken stock
2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
Bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
Chopped parsley
Grated Parmesan cheese
Crusty bread or polenta (for serving)

05/23/2025

This Spaghetti Seafood is loaded with tender shrimp, plump mussels, clams, and calamari in a rich tomato-garlic sauce — tossed with al dente pasta for a truly unforgettable meal. Perfect for date night or impressing guests!

Ingredients (Serves 4):
For the Seafood Mix:
8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 oz mussels, cleaned and debearded
6 oz clams, scrubbed and soaked
1/2 cup squid rings (calamari)
2 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce:
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes or tomato puree
1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Pasta:
12 oz spaghetti
Salt (for boiling water)
Optional:
Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Lemon wedges (for garnish)

05/22/2025

This Pizza Prosciutto brings a taste of Italy to your home kitchen — crispy thin crust topped with melted mozzarella, silky prosciutto, and fresh arugula. Perfect for date night, dinner parties, or anytime you want something special.

Ingredients (Makes 1 large pizza / serves 2–3):
For the Dough:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp instant yeast
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup warm water
2 tbsp olive oil
For the Toppings:
1/2 cup tomato pizza sauce (or crushed San Marzano tomatoes)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or fresh mozzarella slices)
2–3 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
Handful of fresh arugula
Extra virgin olive oil or balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
Optional: shaved Parmesan, cracked black pepper, fresh basil

05/21/2025

🍖🔥 Crispy, juicy, and oh-so-satisfying!
This Pork Tonkatsu is a classic Japanese dish featuring tender pork cutlets wrapped in a golden panko crust, deep-fried to perfection. Served with cabbage, rice, and sweet tonkatsu sauce — it’s comfort food at its finest!

Ingredients (Makes 4 servings):
For the Pork:
4 boneless pork loin chops (about 1 inch thick)
Salt and pepper to taste
For Coating:
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
All-purpose flour (for dredging)
For Frying:
Vegetable oil (enough for deep frying)
Serving Suggestions:
Shredded cabbage
Steamed white rice
Tonkatsu sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Optional: lemon wedges, miso soup

05/20/2025

✨🍴 Looking for elegant, easy-to-make appetizers?
These Mini Caprese Skewers are the perfect canapés for any party! Fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil — all in one bite. Beautiful, tasty, and super simple to assemble.

Ingredients (Makes 30–40 pieces):
30–40 cherry tomatoes
30–40 small fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), or cut larger mozzarella into cubes
30–40 fresh basil leaves
Wooden or metal toothpicks
Balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade)
Optional: extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper

05/19/2025

Earthy matcha + sweet strawberries = perfection! This Matcha Strawberry Cake is as beautiful as it is delicious—light, floral, and just sweet enough.

Ingredients (Serves 8-10):
For the Matcha Sponge Cake:
4 large eggs, room temperature

¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar

1 cup (120g) cake flour

2 tbsp matcha powder (culinary grade)

1 tsp baking powder

¼ tsp salt

¼ cup (60ml) whole milk

2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling & Topping:
1½ cups (360ml) heavy cream, chilled

3 tbsp powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 lb (450g) fresh strawberries, sliced

1 tbsp matcha powder (for dusting)

05/18/2025

Vegan Yakisoba Noodles (Japanese Stir-Fry)

Ingredients
For the Noodles & Veggies:

2 packs (about 14 oz) yakisoba noodles (or ramen noodles)

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1 small onion, sliced

1 carrot, julienned

1 bell pepper, sliced

2 cups cabbage, shredded

1 cup mushrooms (shiitake or button), sliced

2 green onions, chopped

For the Sauce:

3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (vegan)

1 tbsp ketchup

1 tbsp maple syrup (or sugar)

1 tsp grated ginger

1 clove garlic, minced

½ tsp sesame oil

Optional Toppings:

Pickled ginger

Sesame seeds

Crushed nori (seaweed)

05/17/2025

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05/17/2025

Crispy Kibbeh Platter – A Middle Eastern Feast

Ingredients (Serves 4-6):
For the Kibbeh Shells:
1½ cups fine bulgur (soaked 30 mins, drained)

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 small onion, grated

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp seven spices (or allspice)

½ tsp salt

Ice water (as needed)

For the Filling:
1 lb (450g) ground lamb or beef

1 onion, finely chopped

2 tbsp pine nuts (toasted)

1 tsp baharat spice

½ tsp cinnamon

Salt & pepper to taste

For the Platter:
Tahini sauce

Fresh mint & parsley

Pickled turnips & cucumbers

Lemon wedges

Pomegranate seeds

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