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Sicilian potato patties are a really tasty and irresistible appetizer. Made with a mixture of potatoes, eggs and semi-seasoned caciocavallo cheese, they are shaped into oval balls, lightly crushed, and then fried in boiling oil. Typical of poor Sicilian cuisine, they are made with a few simple ingredients that can be easily find in the…

If you want to cook up an irresistibly delicious dish that’s fast and easy to make, look no further than marry me chicken. Made from juicy, tender chicken in a rich, tangy, creamy sauce made from heavy cream, parmesan, and sundried tomatoes, marry me chicken is said to be so good, it’ll make your partner…

Light and airy, these fried shrimps will be your new family favorite!  INGREDIENTS 35 g (4 ¾ tbsp) cornstarch;10 g (1 ¼ tbsp) all-purpose flour;1 g (¼ tsp) baking powder;30 ml (2 tbsp) water;1 egg white;40 ml (2 tbsp+1 tsp) vegetable oil;8-10 shrimps, cleaned and deveined. METHOD

IngredientsFOR THE PANCAKESALL-PURPOSE FLOUR1 cupCOCOA POWDER1/8 cupEGG1BROWN SUGAR1/2 cupWHOLE MILK1/2 cupOIL2 tbspBUTTER, MELTED AND COOLED2 tbspBAKING POWDER1 tspVANILLA EXTRACT1 tspMINI CHOCOLATE CHIPS1/4 cupA PINCH OF SALTFOR THE GLAZEICING SUGAR1 cupCREAM CHEESE4 tbspWHOLE MILK3 tbspVANILLA EXTRACT1/2 tspChocolate lovers unite! If you’ve never had brownie batter pancakes, you’re in for a real treat. These deliciously decadent brownie…

Ingredients: Dough: 90g (1 cup) oatmeal, finely process. 125g (1 cup) all-purpose flour 125ml (1/2 cup) warm milk 42g (3 tbsp) butter, melted 1 tsp salt 2 tbsp sugar 1 large egg, beaten (take 1 tbsp for applying later) 1½ tsp dry yeast Filling: 56g (4 tbsp) butter, melted 50g (4 tbsp) sugar 1 tsp…

Ingredients: BASE CHEESECAKE:80g biscuits30g butter CREMA CHEESECAKE:200g spreadable cheese60g sugar5g gelatin sheets25g cold water200g fresh cream5g lemon juice LEMON CURD:1 egg50g sugar50g lemon juice50g butter2g gelatin sheets10g cold waterMASCARPONE CREAM: 60g mascarpone60g fresh cream10g sugar Preparation:1. Base: blend the biscuits and mix them with the melted butter. Press the mixture into the base of the mold…

IngredientsCALAMARI6POTATOES2ZUCHINI1GRATED PECORINO1 tablespoonBREAD CRUMBS1 tablespoonCHERRY TOMATOES15BLACK OLIVESq.b.CAPERSq.b.PARSLEY1 tuftWHITE WINE1/2 glassEXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OILq.b.SALEq.b.Stuffed squid all’amalfitana are a delicious second course of fish typical of Amalfi and its surroundings. It is a dish with typically Mediterranean flavors, in which the delicate filling made with potatoes and courgettes contrasts with the stronger and more decisive taste of…

The Sloppy Joe is easily one of the most classic, beloved American burgers. Made with flavorful beef, onions, and bell peppers cooked in a sweet, tangy, savory tomato sauce, the Sloppy Joe is not only out-of-this-world delicious, but it’s also an amazing budget-friendly meal you can whip up in no time. The difference between a…

Ingredients:  5 eggs  1 pinch of salt 85 ml of milk  1 tbsp of sugar 1 tbsp of butter Honey or syrup (optional)  Directions:  1. Separate egg yolks from whites. 2. Whisk egg yolks with salt and milk.  3. Whisk egg whites with salt and sugar until fluffy and foamy.  4. Melt butter in a…

As the days grow colder and our schedules get busier, there’s nothing quite like coming home to a delicious and hearty meal that practically cooks itself. That’s where this Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef recipe comes in. Tender slices of beef, coated in a savory and slightly sweet Mongolian-inspired sauce, simmered to perfection in your trusty…