Swedish Apple Cake Recipe

A delightful, spiced cake layered with tender apples—perfect for fika or dessert! Ingredients (Serves 8) Dry Ingredients: 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder ¼ tsp salt ½ tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp ground cardamom (optional, for traditional flavor) Wet Ingredients: ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar 2 large eggs, … Read more

The Delightful World of Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 eggs 1/2 cup whole milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 ripe bananas, mashed 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix 2 … Read more

The Ultimate Seafood Pasta Salad

Looking for a refreshing and flavorful dish that’s both light and satisfying? This Seafood Pasta Salad is a showstopper! With tender shrimp, crab meat, crisp vegetables, and a creamy lemony dressing, it’s the perfect recipe for summer barbecues, picnics, or a quick weekday meal. Every bite is bursting with freshness and a touch of zesty … Read more

Stuffed Bell Peppers

Stuffed Bell Peppers Ingredients: – 4 large bell peppers (any color)– 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)– 1 cup cooked rice– 1 can diced tomatoes– 1 small onion, diced– 2 cloves garlic, minced– 1 tsp dried oregano– 1 tsp paprika– Salt and pepper, to taste– 1 cup shredded cheese– Fresh parsley (for garnish) … Read more

Spicy Garlic and Dill Pickles

Ingredients: For the Pickles: 6-8 small cucumbers, sliced into ¼-inch rounds 3-4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1-2 fresh dill sprigs (or 1 tbsp dried dill) ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference) ½ tsp black peppercorns ½ tsp mustard seeds (optional) For the Brine: 1 cup water 1 cup white vinegar (or apple … Read more

Bacon and Sausage-Stuffed Potato Loaf

Bacon and Sausage-Stuffed Potato Loaf Ingredients Here’s what you’ll need to create this quick and easy dish: Potatoes: 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed. These will be the base of your loaf, providing a creamy texture. Bacon: 1/2 lb, chopped. Adds a crispy, salty flavor. Sausage: 1/2 lb breakfast sausage or Italian sausage, crumbled. … Read more

Giouvarlakia (Greek Meatball Soup)

Ingredients: For the Meatballs: 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef 1/4 cup uncooked round grain rice 1 medium onion, very finely minced 2 large garlic cloves, minced or grated 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped 3 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped 1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped 1 … Read more

BEEF AND TOMATO MACARONI SOUP

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound ground beef 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 (10.75-ounce) cans condensed cream of tomato soup 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained 32 … Read more

Surprise Soup Bar

“A hearty, unique, and fun soup that’s perfect for feeding a crowd! With its customizable toppings, even kids love it. I’ve scaled this recipe for up to 38 people—just adjust as needed!” Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth 2 cans (14.5 oz each) stewed tomatoes 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp garlic powder ¼ tsp salt … Read more