Cabbage and Ground Beef Skillet

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 2-3 cloves garlic, minced 1 small head of cabbage, chopped 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (or fresh, diced) 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or oregano) Salt and pepper to taste Olive oil Optional: shredded cheese for topping Instructions: Cook the Beef: In a … Read more

Lemon and Ginger Drink

Ingredients: 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and sliced 2 cups water 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons) 2-3 tablespoons honey or sweetener of choice (adjust to taste) Lemon slices (for garnish) Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish) Instructions: Make Ginger Infusion: In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil. … Read more

Banana Mousse

Ingredients 2 ripe bananas 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon lemon juice Optional: crushed nuts or chocolate shavings for garnish Instructions Prepare Bananas: In a bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the lemon juice and mix well to prevent browning. Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, … Read more

Amish Cinnamon Bread

Ingredients: For the Dough: 1 cup warm milk (110°F or 45°C) 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast ½ cup granulated sugar, divided ⅓ cup vegetable oil 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt For the Cinnamon Swirl: ½ cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon ¼ … Read more

Coconut Tapioca Cake

Ingredients: For the Cake: 1 cup small tapioca pearls 2 cups coconut milk 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened, as per your preference) 1/2 teaspoon baking powder (optional) For Topping (optional): Whipped cream Toasted coconut flakes Fresh fruit (like mango or … Read more

Homemade White Bread

Ingredients For the bread: 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for kneading) 2 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons salt 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F or 43°C) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus more for greasing) Instructions Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 … Read more

Iowa Party Bites

Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef or sausage 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup ranch dressing 1/2 cup chopped green onions (optional) 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper, to taste 1 package (16 oz) crescent roll dough Instructions: Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to … Read more

Iowa Party Bites

Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef or sausage 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup ranch dressing 1/2 cup chopped green onions (optional) 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper, to taste 1 package (16 oz) crescent roll dough Instructions: Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to … Read more

Lemon Blossoms Cookies

Ingredients For the Cookies: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup powdered sugar 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons lemon juice Zest of 1 lemon 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt For the Lemon Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon zest … Read more