Ingredients (Makes 6–8 large hand pies) For the dough (homemade flaky crust) (You can also use store-bought puff pastry or pizza dough if you want faster) Savory filling (chicken version like the photo) For topping 🥣 Step 1 – Make the dough In a large bowl, mix: Add cold butter cubes. Rub butter into flour … Read more
Ingredients (Serves 4–6) Chicken Buttermilk marinade (very important) Crispy coating mix For frying Optional sides 🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1 – Prep the chicken If using chicken breasts, slice into strips about finger-size thickness. Try to keep pieces similar size so they cook evenly. Pat dry with paper towels. Step 2 – Marinate (this is … Read more
Ingredients (Serves 4–6) For the beef Taco seasoning (Or use 1 packet taco seasoning) For the salad base Creamy dressing (super important) 🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1 – Cook the beef Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. If your beef is lean, add olive oil first. Add chopped onions and cook 2–3 minutes until … Read more
Ingredients (Serves 6–8) For the beef Vegetables & aromatics For the braising liquid 🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1 – Prepare the beef Start by taking your beef roast out of the fridge about 20–30 minutes before cooking. Letting it come closer to room temperature helps it cook more evenly. Pat the meat dry with paper … Read more
Ingredients Pasta Shrimp Creamy Alfredo sauce Cheese layer (IMPORTANT for stretch) Optional extras 🍳 Equipment 👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1 – Cook the pasta Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Very important: 👉 slightly undercook (1 minute less) Because it will cook again in the oven. Drain and … Read more
Ingredients Base (crust) Creamy filling Topping Choose one: 🍳 Equipment 👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1 – Make the crust Crush biscuits until very fine. You can: • blend in food processor OR • put in bag and crush with rolling pin Texture should look like sand. Add: Mix until it looks like wet crumbs. Press … Read more
🥘 Ingredients Dry ingredients Wet ingredients For topping Optional: 🍳 Equipment 👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1 – Prep your pan Preheat oven to 170–180°C (340–350°F). Grease your baking pan with butter or oil. Line with parchment paper. This helps the cake come out clean and perfect. Step 2 – Mix wet ingredients In a large … Read more
🥘 Ingredients Main Honey Garlic Sauce Garnish (optional) 🍳 Equipment 👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1 – Season the chicken Pat the drumsticks dry using paper towels. (This step helps the skin absorb flavor and brown better later.) Place them in a large bowl and add: Massage the seasoning into every piece. Don’t rush this — … Read more
🥘 Ingredients Main ingredients Seasonings Optional add-ins 🍳 Equipment Needed 👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1 – Brown the beef Start by heating olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add: Cook for about 2–3 minutes until fragrant and slightly soft. Now add the ground beef. Break it apart with a spoon … Read more
Why This Bread Recipe Works So Well What Style of Bread Is This? This bread is a rustic white artisan loaf, baked in a loaf pan rather than free-form. It sits between: The loaf pan gives structure and height, while the hydration level creates that open, soft crumb. Ingredients (Makes 2 Large Loaves or 4 … Read more