Kristin's Kitchen

10/05/2025

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Classic Decadent Banana Split

Ingredients:
1 large ripe but firm banana
For Ice Cream (5 scoops total, as seen in image):
2 scoops vanilla ice cream
1 scoop strawberry ice cream
1 scoop chocolate ice cream
1 scoop (optional) extra vanilla or another flavor
1 cup heavy whipping cream, very cold (for homemade whipped cream)
2 tbsp powdered sugar (for homemade whipped cream)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for homemade whipped cream)
Toppings (as seen in image, plus classic additions):
Fresh raspberries (about 1/4 cup)
Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Chocolate syrup or hot fudge (optional)
Caramel sauce (optional)
Chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans, peanuts - optional)
Maraschino cherries (optional)

09/30/2025

Crispy Potato Pancakes (Latkes Style) with Sour Cream & Scallions

Ingredients:
For the Potato Pancakes:
2 large Russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs / 675g)
1/2 medium yellow onion, grated (optional, but adds flavor)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or matzo meal for latkes)
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil or canola oil, for frying (or more as needed)
1/4 cup fresh green scallions (green onions), chopped (for garnish)

For Serving:
1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
2 tbsp fresh green scallions (green onions), chopped (for garnish on sour cream)
Freshly ground black pepper, for garnish

09/30/2025

Hearty Seafood Stew with Toasted Bread

Ingredients:
For the Seafood Stew:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
4 cups fish stock or clam juice (or vegetable broth)
1/2 cup dry white wine (e.g., Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc - optional)
1 tsp dried oregano
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or similar seafood seasoning)
1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 lb firm white fish (e.g., cod, halibut, snapper), cut into 1.5-inch chunks
1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 lb scallops (sea or bay), tough muscle removed
1/2 lb mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded (discard any open ones that don't close when tapped)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)

For the Toasted Bread:
4 slices crusty bread (baguette, sourdough), about 1/2 inch thick
2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Pinch of dried herbs (e.g., oregano, parsley)
Salt and black pepper

09/30/2025

Savory Avocado & Mushroom Toast

Ingredients:
2 slices of sturdy bread (e.g., sourdough, whole wheat, or country bread)
1 large ripe avocado
8 oz (about 3 cups) button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil (plus more for drizzling on toast, optional)
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp salt (for avocado, plus more for mushrooms)
1/8 tsp black pepper (for avocado, plus more for mushrooms)
Optional garnishes: red pepper flakes, fresh thyme sprigs, balsamic glaze

09/30/2025

Delicious Rosemary Glazed BBQ Ribs 😋

Ingredients:
2 racks (about 2-3 lbs each) baby back pork ribs
For the Dry Rub:
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

For the Glaze:
1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2-3 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped (plus more for garnish)
1 clove garlic, minced

Aluminum foil
Fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish

09/29/2025

The Full Breakfast Plate 😘😋

The Full Breakfast Plate

Ingredients:
3 breakfast sausage links
2-3 strips streaky bacon
1 large egg
1 slice sturdy bread (e.g., sourdough, country bread), cut into 2 triangles
1 tbsp butter, divided (for toast/potatoes/mushrooms)
4-5 cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
2-3 medium button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 medium potato (Yukon Gold or Russet), thinly sliced or cut into small triangles
1 tbsp vegetable oil (for potatoes)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: Dried mixed herbs (e.g., oregano, thyme) for egg, fresh parsley for garnish

09/28/2025

Creamy Chicken and Potato Soup🥰

Creamy Chicken and Potato Soup

Ingredients:

2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 large carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds (as seen in image)
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 cups (2 liters) chicken broth
2 lbs (approx. 4-5 medium) Yukon Gold or red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks (as seen in image)
1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (for golden color, optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Pinch of red chili flakes or paprika (for garnish, optional)

09/28/2025

Fried Fish with Yellow Vegetable Rice & Creamy Coleslaw 🥰

Fried Fish with Yellow Vegetable Rice & Creamy Coleslaw

I. Crispy Whole Fried Fish

Ingredients:
1 whole Tilapia or Red Snaker (about 1.5 - 2 lbs), scaled, gutted, and cleaned
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika (smoked or regular)
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
1/2 tsp dried thyme or oregano
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (optional, for extra crispiness)
1/2 cup vegetable oil or canola oil for frying
Lemon wedges for serving

1. Crispy Whole Fried Fish
Prepare Fish: Clean, pat dry, and make 2-3 deep scores on both sides of the fish.
Season: Rub the fish generously with a mix of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne (optional), and thyme/oregano. Optionally, dust lightly with flour.
Fry: Heat oil in a skillet. Fry the fish for 7-10 minutes per side until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through.
Drain & Serve: Remove, drain on paper towels, and serve immediately with lemon.

2.Yellow Vegetable Rice
Rinse Rice: Rinse rice until water runs clear.
Sauté Aromatics: In a saucepan, sauté diced onion, then minced garlic.
Add Spices & Rice: Stir in turmeric, curry (optional), salt, and the rinsed rice.
Cook Rice: Add broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes.
Add Veggies: Stir in frozen mixed vegetables partway through cooking.
Rest & Fluff: Let rice rest, covered, off the heat, then fluff with a fork before serving.

3.Creamy Coleslaw
Prepare Veggies: Combine shredded cabbage and carrots in a bowl.
Make Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, and celery seeds (optional).
Combine & Chill: Pour dressing over vegetables, toss well, then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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