Lemons are a versatile fruit that can be used for many things beyond just cooking and to add flavor to dishes. An unconventional use for lemons is to place them in the oven to help solve many household problems. Here’s how it works: Deodorize your oven: If your oven has a persistent smell of burnt … Read more
👥 Serves 4 ⏲️ Preparation time: 30 minutes 🔸 Ingredients 🥬 200g fresh spinach (or frozen, well-drained) 🥛 250g ricotta cheese 🧀 50g grated Parmesan cheese 🥚 1 egg (stuffing) + 1 yolk (egg wash) 🌰 1 pinch of nutmeg 🌾 8 sheets of brick pastry 🧂 1 tsp fine salt 🛢️ 1 tbsp. olive … Read more
In the 1980s and 1990s, homemade treats had a unique flavor. There was one cake my mom baked every week—”Mommy’s Soft Cake”—simple yet irresistible, it was a hit with everyone, both adults and children. It was a simple recipe, made with wholesome ingredients and without unnecessary additives, yet it had a unique flavor. In this … Read more
After much taste exploration, we have come to the delightful conclusion that pineapple elevates almost every dish it is added to. The lively zest of pineapple is sure to please whether it’s the centerpiece of your dessert, the star of your main meal, or just something to perk you up in the afternoon. Anyone who … Read more
This lockdown has propelled us into embracing tasks that might not typically be our first choice. Take, for example, floor cleaning. Yes, I clean my floors, but perhaps not as often as recommended because, let’s be frank, it’s not my favorite. At least now I’ve discovered a heavy-duty floor cleaner that lessens the burden somewhat. … Read more
Flaky halibut fillets grilled to perfection and finished with a rich, tangy lemon butter sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. 🌿✨ 🛒 Ingredients For the Halibut 🐟 4 halibut fillets (6–8 oz / 170–225g each) 🐟 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒 Salt & black pepper 🧂⚫ 1 tsp garlic powder … Read more
This is a simple, classic American cake that you are going to love. You can make this cake in a 9-inch round cake pan or a square or a 9 by 13-inch rectangle pan and you will need twice the amount of all the ingredients. Pour three tablespoons of melted butter into the bottom of … Read more
Every single scallop is small enough for one mouthful, having a light texture that easily dissolves on your tongue while its taste remains sweet and slightly salty. Additional flavors brought by buttery garlic sauce make them even richer than their natural sweetness suggests being capable of doing so alone yet still keeping within range without … Read more
We all know the routine before a vacation: lock the doors, set the alarms, unplug appliances. But there’s one simple, often-overlooked trick that can save you from coming home to nasty surprises—placing an upside-down glass and a piece of paper in your sink. Why This Hack Works 1. Prevents Dry Drain Traps & Sewer Gas Your … Read more
Ingredients: For the Meatballs: 1 lb ground beef (or a mixture of beef and pork) 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup milk 1 egg 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste For the Sandwich: 4 sandwich rolls (preferably hoagie rolls or … Read more