Ingredients: For the crust (bottom layer): 1 box yellow cake mix (or 2 cups flour, 1 cup sugar, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 cup butter if homemade) 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted butter 1 large egg For the topping (top layer): 1 package (8 oz / ~225g) cream cheese, softened 2 large eggs 1/2 cup…
Ingredients: 500g beef or chicken liver, cut into cubes 3 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 garlic cloves, minced Salt and black pepper to taste 1 teaspoon paprika (optional) 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Juice of half a lemon (optional) Instructions: Prepare the liver: Rinse the liver under cold water and pat it dry…
Ingredients: 4 cups seasoned stuffing mix (or stale bread cubes) 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth) 1 egg, beaten Salt and pepper, to taste Gravy, for topping (optional but recommended) Instructions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Sauté the vegetables: In a…
Ingredients: 6 egg yolks 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream 1 cup (250 g) mascarpone cheese 2 cups (480 ml) strong brewed coffee (cooled to room temperature) 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional) 1 pack of ladyfinger biscuits (savoiardi) Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting) Dark chocolate shavings (optional) Instructions: Make…
Ingredients: 1 sheet of puff pastry or pizza dough 2–3 tablespoons of cream cheese or mayonnaise (optional) 100 g shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix) 100 g diced cooked ham or turkey 1 egg (for brushing) Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (optional) Salt and pepper to taste Preparation: Prepare the dough: Roll out…
Ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef 1 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 packet French onion soup mix (optional but recommended) 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1–2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (or slices) 1–2 medium onions, sliced 1 tablespoon butter or oil (for sautéing onions) Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish) Instructions: Prepare the Onions:…
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 150 g (about 2/3 cup) butter, softened 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 egg 1 to 2 tablespoons milk (if needed for kneading) 1 cup shredded mozzarella or any melting cheese 1 egg yolk (for brushing) Black seeds or sesame seeds…
Ingredients: 3 large potatoes (peeled and cut into fries) 1 egg 2 tablespoons cornstarch (or flour) 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Salt to taste Vegetable oil for frying Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) Instructions: Prepare the Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into fry-shaped strips. Rinse them in…
Ingredients: 1 box yellow or white cake mix 1 (21 oz) can strawberry pie filling 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened Instructions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish (9×13 inch works well). Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly over the bottom of the dish. Drop spoonfuls of softened cream cheese over…
Ingredients: For the mashed potatoes: 4–5 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks 4 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup milk (more if needed) Salt and pepper to taste For the beef and gravy: 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 tablespoon oil or butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups beef broth 1/2 onion, finely chopped (optional)…