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INGREDIENTS Cake 2 sticks butter, softened 1 3/4 cups sugar 3 eggs + 2 egg whites 3 tsp vanilla 3 cups all-purpose flour 3 1/2 tsp baking powder One 1.34oz box instant, sugar-free banana pudding mix 1 cup milk Filling: Whisk together the following ingredients and refrigerate until assembling cake (~10minutes). One 1.34oz box instant, sugar-free vanilla pudding mix 1 1/4 cups skim milk 1 cup Cool Whip (or whipped cream) To brush on layers: Mix together the following: 1 Tbsp sweetened condensed milk 1 Tbsp skim milk You’ll also need: 2-3 medium ripe bananas 3-4 cups Cool Whip for frosting INSTRUCTIONS Step 1: Make the cake Preheat oven to 350 F. Prep three 8″ round pans by lining the bottom only with parchment paper. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Slowly beat in eggs and egg whites, one at a time. Beat in vanilla until well combined. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and pudding mix. Add into wet ingredients in three separate additions, mixing until just c...

 Ingredients: 3 1/4 cups all purpose flour or more 1/4 cup lukewarm water 1 pouch or 2 1/4 tsp rapid rise yeast  1/2 tbsp sugar 1 egg, beaten, room temperature 1 cup evaporated milk  3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened 3 1/2 tbsp sugar 1 tsp salt 2 tbsp ube flavor extract extra flour for kneading  cheddar cheese, cubed plain bread crumbs for coating  Procedure: ⇆ Procedure: Dissolve yeast in warm water (110-115°F). Stir to dissolve and let stand for 10 minutes. Set aside. Click here for procedure & tips for a successful yeast. While waiting for yeast to bubble, place milk, butter, sugar, and salt into a microwave-safe bowl/cup or saucepan.  Microwave for around 1 minute or heat over low heat on the stove. (Mixture should NOT be over 115°F or feels hot to the touch, you’ll need to let it sit a few minutes to cool down.) In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups flour, egg and yeast mixture. Mix on level 2 with dough hook to combine. Once the milk mixture has cooled ...

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed (1″) 6-8 medium skin on red potatoes, cut in 1/2″ cubes 1/3 c olive oil 1 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1 Tbsp paprika 2 Tbsp garlic powder 2 Tbsp hot sauce (more if you like it HOT) Topping: 2 c fiesta blend cheese 1 c crumbled bacon 1 c diced green onion How to Make: ⇆ How to Make: 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 9X13″ baking dish with cooking spray. 2. In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and hot sauce. Add the cubed potatoes and chicken and stir to coat. Carefully scoop the potatoes and chicken into the prepared baking dish. 3. Bake the potatoes and chicken for 55-60 minutes, stirring every 20 minutes, until cooked through, crispy, and browned on the outside. While the potatoes are cooking, fry your bacon (about half a pound). 4. Once the potatoes and chicken are fully cooked, remove from the oven. Top the cooked potatoes with the the cheese, bacon, and green onion. Return the ...

Ingredients : 1-1/2 c. Sugar, 2 Tbsp corn syrup, 1/4 c.water, 6 egg whites, tsp. Vanilla Instructions : In a heat proof bowl of an electric mixer, mix all ingredients (except vanilla) and place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Whisk the mixture until it reaches 160 degrees using a candy or instant read thermometer. Transfer the mixing bowl to your mixer, and with the whisk attachment, beat on high until stiff, glossy peaks form (about 6 minutes). Whip in the vanilla. Frost cake immediately. Enjoy!

Basic Homemade Bread Equipment Needed Bosch Stand Mixer Glass Bread Pans Ingredients 1 package active dry yeast 2-1/4 cups water, 110° to 115° 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon salt 2 tablespoons butter, melted - or use oil 6 cups flour, may need up to 7 - bread flour is best Instructions In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon of the sugar in the warm water. Let stand until the surface gets foamy and bubbly - about 10 minutes. Whisk together remaining sugar, salt, and 3 cups of the flour. Stir cooled butter into yeast mixture then pour into flour mixture. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour, a little at a time, to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 8-10 minutes. (see video) Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, 1-1/2 to 2 hours. (see image) Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide dough in half. Shape each into a loaf. (see section ...

Ingredients: 1 lb. raw shrimp, cleaned, peeled and deveined 8 Tbs. butter (1 stick), melted 3 cloves garlic, minced (my addition) 1 packet of Good Seasons Italian all natural seasoning 1 1/2 lemon, sliced into circles 1 Tbs. dried parsley leaves 1 tsp. black pepper, ground Directions: ⇆ Directions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with minced garlic, and pour into a 9×111 inch glass casserole dish, spreading it all over the bottom of the dish. Arrange the lemon slices on top of butter, forming a single layer. Arrange the cleaned and deveined shrimp on top of the lemon slices. Sprinkle the Italian Seasoning over the shrimp. Sprinkle the parsley flakes and pepper on top of that. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

Ingredients ½ pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed 1 andouille sausage, about ½ pound, sliced into rounds 1 - 2 tablespoons cajun/creole spice mix, adjust to your spice/heat level Olive oil ½ medium yellow onion, thinly sliced ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 tablespoon cajun/creole spice mix 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1 - 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped (1 large or 2 small) ½ cup crushed tomatoes ¾ cup chicken broth 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce ¾ cup heavy cream, or ½ & ½ (I prefer heavy cream!!) 12 ounces fettuccine or farfalle (bowties) Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper Grated Parmesan and chopped parsley, for serving Instructions Bring large pot of water to boil for pasta. Toss shrimp with 1 - 2 tablespoons of cajun seasoning and coat well. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and drizzle bottom of pan with olive oil. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes or so until starting to curl. Flip shrimp ove...

 Ingredients   1 lb lean ground beef (10% fat)  1 lb ground pork  1 clove garlic, very finely chopped  3 tablespoons onion, finely chopped  3 tablespoons celery, finely chopped  3 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped  1 large egg  1/2 cup milk  2/3 cup unseasoned dry breadcrumbs  2 teaspoons salt  1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper  1/4 cup ketchup  1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Instructions : ⇆ Instructions :  1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.  2.Place the beef and pork in a large mixing bowl. Add the garlic, onion, celery and parsley, but don't mix with the meat yet.  3.In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and milk together until blended. Add the breadcrumbs, salt and pepper and stir to combine.  4.The mixture should blend easily and have a smooth consistency similar to a thick batter. If you feel it's too pasty, add an extra tablespoon or two of milk.  5.Add the egg mixture to the...

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine 1 pound shrimp (I used 31-40 count size) thawed & peeled, tails optional 2 tablespoons butter 4 ounces cream cheese (I used 1/2 block Philly) softened & cut into smaller pieces 3/4 cup heavy/whipping cream 1/4 cup chicken broth 2 large cloves garlic minced 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese Salt & pepper to taste Instructions Take the cream cheese out of the fridge so it has a chance to soften up. Prep your shrimp. Start boiling a salted pot of water for the fettuccine. Cook it al dente according to package directions. Meanwhile, add the butter, cream cheese, cream, chicken broth, and garlic to a skillet over medium heat. Once the butter has melted and the pan has heated up, you can use your spoon to help the cream cheese melt into the sauce. This will take a couple of minutes. When the cream cheese has been incorporated into the sauce, let it gently bubble for 5 minutes until the sauce has reduced somewhat. You can give it the occ...

Ingredients : 3 lb peeled shrimp 3 lb smoked sausage (I used HOT) 3 lb small red potatoes 1 large Vidalia onion ½-3/4 cup of Louisiana Crawfish boil (this portion will be a preference option) parsley (crab meat and crawfish optional) Seafood sauce: 2 cans of cream of celery 4-6 oz of Velveeta cheese, cut into small little cubes (also this portion is going to be a preference option) 3/4 cup of milk Instructions : First preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice your sausages into round bite size pieces. Then cut your potatoes into small bite size pieces also. Slice onions into quarters and then smaller portions after that until you can pull them into strips. Fry down sausage on a medium to low heat just till browned.. let drain. Fill a pot with 3 cups of water pour in Louisiana Crawfish boil (your preference on how much, the more the spicier). Once you get a boil going place in potatoes and onions. Boil until potatoes are soft (not mushy) place shrimp in pot and turn off burner..stir to keep sh...

Ingredients  2 oz. bittersweet chocolate 1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick) 1 and 1/2 cup sugar, divided 4 eggs, divided1/4 cup milk 3/4 Tablespoon vanilla extract, divided 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional) 1/2 cup flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 packages (8 oz) cream cheese (room temperature) 1/2 cup (4 oz) sour cream Instructions: ⇆ Instructions: Making the crust Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Grease a springform pan with pure vegetable shortening and sprinkle with flour. Turn over and tap to remove excess flour. Cut the chocolate squares in half and combine in a large microwaveable bowl with the butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Remove from the microwave and stir until the chocolate is melted and fully combined with the butter. You should have a smooth mixture. Add 1/2 cup sugar. Mix well. With a mixer on low speed, add in 1 egg. Add milk and 1/4 Tablespoon (same as 1 and 1/2 teaspoons) vanilla extract. Combine the flour and salt and slowly add into chocolate mixture. Spread e...

Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, chopped 1 large onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 large head cabbage, cored and sliced 1 tablespoon salt, or to taste 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon paprika Directions: ⇆ Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, chopped 1 large onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 large head cabbage, cored and sliced 1 tablespoon salt, or to taste 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon paprika Directions: Place the bacon in a large stockpot and cook over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion caramelizes; about 10 minutes. Immediately stir in the cabbage and continue to cook and stir another 10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes more

YIELDS: 8 SERVINGS PREP TIME: 0 HOURS 25 MINS TOTAL TIME: 0 HOURS 45 MINS INGREDIENTS 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 2 tbsp. packed brown sugar 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp. ground ginger 1 3/4 c. buttermilk 2 small sweet potatoes, roasted and pureed until smooth (about ¾ cup puree) 2 large eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract Butter, for cooking and serving Toasted pecans, for serving Maple syrup, for serving DIRECTIONS ⇆ DIRECTIONS In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.  In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk and sweet potato puree, then add eggs and vanilla. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until just combined. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. When butter is foamy, reduce heat to medium-low and ladle a scant ½ cup pancake batter into skillet. Cook until bub...

Ingredients  Crust: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons sugar ½ cup butter, melted Filling: 12oz cream cheese ¼ cup sugar 1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip Whipped Topping Toppings: 3 to 4 bananas, sliced 1 (20oz) can crushed pineapple, drained 2 cups of sliced fresh strawberries 1 (8oz) container Cool Whip Whipped Topping ½ cup chopped walnuts Chocolate syrup Maraschino cherries Directions: ⇆ Directions: In a medium size bowl combine the graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar and melted butter. Pour into a greased 9×13 inch greased baking dish and press evenly into the bottom of dish, set aside. In a mixing bowl mix together the cream cheese and ½ cup; on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Fold in whipped topping until combined. Carefully spread mixture over graham cracker crust. Top the cream cheese filling with a layer of sliced bananas, and then add a layer of crushed pineapple, and then add a layer of sliced strawberries. Cover the strawberries with th...

Ingredients 3 cups UNCOOKED elbow macaroni pasta 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded 1 cup colby cheese shredded 3 tbsp butter 2 & 3/4 cup half & half 15 oz can Campbell’s Cheddar Cheese condensed soup 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp paprika smoked or plain Instructions ⇆ Instructions Combine the half & half with the cheddar cheese soup, and mix until it’s nice and smooth. Next, sprinkle in the paprika and black pepper, and mix. Pour the elbow macaroni and cheese into the crock pot, half of the shredded cheddar & colby, the cut butter, and half & half/ cheddar soup mixture. Mix until well incorporated. Top off with the remaining shredded cheese. Put the lid on top of the slow cooker, then set the slow cooker on low. Let cook for 3 hours. Serve and enjoy!

Ube Bars  – Another recipe you shouldn’t missed out. Great home business you can make at home and let your kids try this simple Filipino snack bars. Ube Bars Recipe Ingredients: Ube Bread: 4 cups bread flour 1 packet instant yeast ¾ cup milk ¼ cup melted butter ⅔ cup water ½ cup sugar 1 tbsp. McCormick Ube flavoring Ube Syrup: 1 tbsp. McCormick Ube flavoring ½ cup Purple Yam powder 2 cups confectioner sugar 1½ cups water For Coating: 1 cup dessicated coconut Procedure: Ube Bread: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a bowl, combine bread flour, instant yeast and sugar and mix till fully combined. In the same bowl, add milk and Ube flavoring mixed in warm water and melted butter. Using the stand mixer, keep mixing until the flour absorbs all the liquid. Remove the dough from the mixer when it turns smooth. Place the dough in a greased baking pan and stretch it evenly using hands or rolling pin. Bake in the center of the oven for about 25 minutes or until done. Remove from the ...

INGREDIENTS 1 pound spaghetti or other long pasta such as linguine or fettuccine 3/4 pound bacon cut into 1/4 inch pieces 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 whole eggs 4 egg yolks 1 cup parmesan cheese plus more for garnish salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons chopped parsley INSTRUCTIONS ⇆ INGREDIENTS 1 pound spaghetti or other long pasta such as linguine or fettuccine 3/4 pound bacon cut into 1/4 inch pieces 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 whole eggs 4 egg yolks 1 cup parmesan cheese plus more for garnish salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons chopped parsley INSTRUCTIONS Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water. While the pasta is boiling, cook the bacon in a large pan over medium high heat. After the bacon is cooked, drain all the grease off except for 1 tablespoon. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Remove 1/3 cup bacon from the pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs,...

Ingredients   3 lemons divided use 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning plus more for garnish 8 cloves garlic smashed 1 onion peeled and cut into 6 pieces 1 pound small Yukon gold potatoes halved 4 ears corn on the cob cut into 3-4 inch pieces 3 lobster tails 1 pound clams scrubbed 1 pound crab legs pre-cooked 1 pound smoked sausage cut into 1 inch pieces, kielbasa or andouille are preferred 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined (leave tails on) 3 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons chopped parsley Instructions   Cut 2 of the lemons into quarters. Slice the remaining lemon into wedges and reserve the wedges for garnish. Fill a large pot with 14-16 cups of water. Place the 2 quartered lemons in the water along with the Old Bay seasoning, garlic and onion. Bring to a boil. Add the potatoes to the pot and cook for 8 minutes. Add the lobster tails and cook for 5 minutes. Add the clams, crab, and corn, and cook for 5 minutes. Add the shrimp and sausage and cook for 2-3 minutes. Drain the seafood mi...

INGREDIENTS: For the Dough: 3¼ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup yellow cornmeal 1½ teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons sugar 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast 1¼ cups water, room temperature 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1 teaspoon + 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided For the Sauce: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter ¼ cup grated onion ¼ teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon salt 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes ¼ teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil 1 tablespoon olive oil Freshly ground black pepper For the Toppings: 1 pound mozzarella cheese, shredded (about 4 cups) (Pepperoni) ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese HOW TO MAKE IT: ⇆ HOW TO MAKE IT: Make the Dough: Whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Add water and melted butter and mix on low speed, using a dough hook, until fully combined, 1 to 2 minutes, scraping sides and bottom of bowl occasionally. Increase speed to medium and knead unti...

Ingredients 1 large savoy cabbage 2 pounds lean ground beef 2 medium to large onions 2 tablespoons canola or Bertolli olive oil .. or even butter is fine 1 cup white or brown rice. . . and 2 cups water 3 Eggland’s Best eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons Morton salt 1 teaspoon pepper 2 cans tomato soup 2 small bottles (individual serving sizes) tomato juice or vegetable cocktail . .like V8 1 can or small carton chicken broth Instructions ⇆ Instructions In the bag that you brought your savoy cabbage home. . .place the cabbage in the freezer and leave for 12 hours or overnight.. . .remove and leave to thaw at room temperature. .this will take awhile. . so I often take it the night before the day I want to make the cabbage rolls. The leaves will be soft and easy to use without having to boil them. In a small saucepan or a microwave safe covered dish. . .cook the rice. . set aside to cool. The rice can be made the day ahead and kept chilled in the refrigerator overnight. Chop the onions fine and saute th...

INGREDIENTS: 1 ½ – 1 ¾ pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 tablespoons butter 4-6 fresh garlic cloves, minced 3 – 4 teaspoons honey ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste) 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese Salt and pepper Directions : ⇆ INGREDIENTS: 1 ½ – 1 ¾ pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 tablespoons butter 4-6 fresh garlic cloves, minced 3 – 4 teaspoons honey ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste) 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese Salt and pepper DIRECTIONS: PREP: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 450ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a piece of foil (sprayed with cooking spray.) Add the Brussels sprouts to a bowl and toss with the olive oil and a ½ teaspoon of salt and a big pinch of black pepper. Roast the Brussels sprouts for 18-20 minutes or until they crisp up, tossing about halfway through. GARLIC HONEY BUTTER: When the...

Cajun Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli Ingredients: Salt 1 pound penne or other small pasta 2 cups broccoli florets 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast cutlets 2-3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (see notes) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 cups heavy cream 2 cups (8 ounces) Wisconsin parmesan cheese, shredded Salt and pepper. How to Make It: Heat oven to 200°F. In large pot, bring 4 quarts salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving cooking water. Set pasta aside. Return cooking water to boil. Add broccoli; boil until just tender and bright green, about 2 minutes. Plunge immediately into bowl of ice water. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, sprinkle both sides of chicken generously with Cajun seasoning. In large skillet, heat oil until shimmering. Arrange chicken in single layer and sauté, flipping once, until temperature on internal thermometer reaches 155°F, about 5 minutes ...

Ingredients SERVES 8 1lb gluten-free short cut pasta 3 Roma tomatoes, seeded then chopped 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded then chopped 6oz pepperoni, chopped (I like Applegate Farms) 2.25oz can sliced olives, drained 1 recipe Salad Supreme Seasoning (see notes, OR 1/2 - 3/4 bottle McCormick Salad Supreme Seasoning if dish does not need to be GF) 1 recipe Italian Vinaigrette (see notes, OR 1 large bottle Kraft Zesty Italian if dish does not need to be GF) Directions Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain then rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool pasta. Add pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, pepperoni, black olives, Salad Supreme Seasoning, and 3/4 of the Italian Salad Dressing to a large bowl then toss to combine. Refrigerate until completely chilled then add remaining salad dressing just before serving if necessary.

This classic shrimp boil contains fresh shrimp, potatoes, corn and sausage, all boiled in a flavorful broth. An complete meal in one pot that's perfect for feeding a crowd! INGREDIENTS 3 lemons divided use 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning plus more for garnish 6 cloves garlic smashed 1 onion peeled and cut into 6 pieces 1 pound small red potatoes halved 4 ears corn on the cob cut into 3-4 inch pieces 2 pounds shrimp peeled and deveined (leave tails on) 1 pound smoked sausage cut into 1 inch pieces, kielbasa or andouille are preferred 3 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons chopped parsley INSTRUCTIONS ⇆ INSTRUCTIONS Cut 2 of the lemons into quarters. Cut the remaining lemon into wedges and reserve the wedges for later use. Fill a large pot with 12-14 cups of water. Place the 2 quartered lemons in the water along with the Old Bay seasoning, garlic and onion. Bring to a boil. Add the potatoes to the pot and cook for 10-12 minutes or until just tender. Add the corn and sausage and cook for anothe...