Classic Banana Bread Recipe

Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas, mashed ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 large egg, beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour Optional: ½ cup (75g) chopped nuts or chocolate chips Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a … Read more

Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 4 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat) Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Lemon wedges (for serving) Instructions Heat the Oil: In a large … Read more

Pico de Gallo

Ingredients 4 ripe tomatoes, diced 1/2 onion, finely chopped (red or white) 1-2 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped (adjust for heat) 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Juice of 1 lime Salt, to taste Instructions Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, jalapeños, and cilantro. Add Lime Juice: Squeeze the lime … Read more

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Ingredients 1 pound pork tenderloin 8-10 slices of bacon 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika) 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh thyme) Salt and pepper, to taste Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish (like parsley or thyme) Instructions Preheat the Oven: Preheat your … Read more

Green Chile Picadillo Recipe

Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) ground beef, pork, or turkey 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1-2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 1 can (4 oz / 113g) diced green chiles (mild or hot, based on preference) 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper, to taste ½ … Read more

Cheesy Beef Egg Rolls Recipe

Ingredients For the Filling: 1 pound ground beef 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese) 1/2 cup green onions, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper Salt, to taste For Assembly: 10-12 egg roll wrappers 1 egg, beaten (for sealing the … Read more

Heavenly Turkish Manti

Preparation Time: 45 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Servings: 4-6 Ingredients: For the Dough: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 large egg 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed) For the Filling: 250g (1/2 pound) ground beef or lamb 1 small onion, finely grated 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin … Read more

Soften the Toughest Beef

1. Use a Meat Mallet: Physically breaking down the muscle fibers with a meat mallet is one of the simplest ways to tenderize tough cuts of beef like chuck or round. Lightly pound the beef on both sides with the textured side of the mallet to flatten and tenderize it. 2. Marinate with Acid: Acids … Read more