Caramelised Peach Milkshakes
4 firm peaches, pit removed and cut into quarters (you can leave the skin on) 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1/4 cup light brown sugar 4 generous cups of vanilla bean ice cream 2 tbsp whole milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup southern comfort Melt the butter in a saucepan on...
Pecan Pie Cheesecake
Graham Cracker Crust 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/3 cup sugar 8 tablespoons butter, melted Pecan Filling 6 tablespoons butter 1⁄2 cup packed light brown sugar 3⁄4 cup dark corn syrup 1 1⁄2 cups chopped pecans 2 eggs, beaten 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract Cheesecake...
Garlic Roasted Potatoes
3 pounds small red potatoes 1/4 cup good olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves) 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the red potatoes in half or quarters...
Simple & Rich Au Jus
Simple Au Jus 3 cups of water 4 teaspoons or cubes of beef bouillon 1 teaspoon of soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon of cornstarch Place the water in a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; whisk in...
30-Minute Turkey Noodle Soup
2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup carrots, peeled and sliced thin (about 1 1/2 large carrots) 1 cup celery, sliced thin (about 2 stalks) 1 cup sweet Vidalia or yellow onion, peeled and diced small (about 1 medium onion) 2 garlic cloves, minced 64 ounces (8 cups)...
Upside-Down Banana Bread Cake
Topping 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 cup light brown sugar, packed about 2 to 3 medium/large ripe bananas, sliced into thick rounds (about 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick) Cake 1 large egg 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil...
Spiced Apple and Banana Bundt Cake with Vanilla Caramel Glaze
Cake 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil 5 to 6 ounces vanilla or plain yogurt (one standard-sized small container; Greek yogurt is preferred, sour cream may be substituted) 2 large eggs 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup light brown sugar,...
Curry Coconut Oil Sweet Potato Fries with Cucumber Dill Dip
Sweet Potatoes 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch wide strips 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons coconut oil, in the liquid state (melt if necessary) 2 teaspoons curry powder, or to taste 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste 1 teaspoon pepper, or to taste 1 teaspoon...
Lemon Rosemary Coconut Oil Roasted Vegetables
2 cups baby carrots or trimmed carrots 1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved 1 cup green beans, trimmed 1 cup broccoli florets about 4 tablespoons coconut oil, divided; melted or softened 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped juice of half of one lemon salt and pepper, to...
Red Velvet Gooey Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
1/2 cup unsalted butter, very soft 8 ounces cream cheese, brick-style (must use full-fat cream cheese; not lite, whipped, spreadable, etc.) 1 large egg 2 teaspoons vanilla extract one 18.25-ounce box red velvet cake mix, sifted (don't skip sifting or you'll have lumps...
