Muffins

 Snickerdoodle Muffins

These muffins are heavenly! I volunteer to make it for bridal showers and I usually get at least two calls asking for the recipe. It's one of those desserts that everyone loves, even if they've never had it before!

What you will need

+For the muffins:

°½ cup softened unsalted butter

°⅔ cup granulated sugar

°1 large egg

°1½ teaspoons vanilla extract

°½ cup of milk

°¼ cup sour cream

°1⅔ cup all-purpose flour

°1½ teaspoons baking powder°

¼ teaspoon baking sod

°½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

°½ teaspoon of salt

+For garnish :

°3 tablespoons melted butter

°⅓ cup granulated sugar

°2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

 

How to prepare

The muffin

Step 1:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and generously grease a standard muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray, then set aside

2nd step:

Add the butter and granulated sugar to a large mixing bowl and mix for about 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Then add the egg, vanilla, milk and sour cream and mix until combined.

Step 3:

To the butter mixture, add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Use a rubber spatula to fold until it combines. Be careful not to over mix

Step 4:

Spoon batter into greased muffin pan, filling each pan to about ⅔ of its volume.

Step 5:

Transfering muffin pan to the preheated oven & bake for about 25 min

Step 6:

After baking, let the muffins cool in the muffin pan for 1-2 minutes, then place them on a cooling rack.

The garnish:

Step 7:

Melt the butter for the filling in a small container. Meanwhile, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon in another container.

Step 8:

Once the muffins are out of the oven and cooled for a few minutes, brush each muffin with a thin layer of melted butter using a pastry brush.

Step 9:

Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the butter layer. Serve hot and enjoy

Smoked Chicken Wings

Smoked chicken wings are a delicious and flavorful dish that you can prepare on a smoker or grill. Here’s a simple guide on how to make them:

Ingredients:

12-15 chicken wings (drummettes or flats)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp garlic powder

1 tbsp onion powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)

Your favorite BBQ sauce or dry rub (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken Wings:

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.

Remove any excess fat or feathers.

Drizzle olive oil over the wings to help the seasonings stick.

2. Season the Wings:

In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using).

Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the wings, making sure to coat them on all sides.

3. Prepare the Smoker/Grill:

Preheat your smoker or grill to around 225°F (107°C) using indirect heat.

If using a smoker, choose a wood that complements chicken, such as hickory, apple, or cherry.

4. Smoking the Wings:

Place the seasoned wings on the smoker or grill grates.

Smoke the wings for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Flip them halfway through for even cooking.

5. Crisping the Wings (Optional):

If you prefer crispy skin, you can increase the temperature to around 400°F (204°C) during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking. Alternatively, you can crisp them up on a hot grill for a few minutes on each side.

6. Serving:

Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the smoker.

Toss them in your favorite BBQ sauce if desired, or serve them dry with dipping sauces like ranch or blu

e cheese.

Enjoy your perfectly smoked, flavorful chicken wings!

 

Sheesy Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon sugar

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

1 cup milk

2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)

Fresh herbs like parsley or chives (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. Add wet ingredients: Add the melted butter and milk to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.

4. Add cheese: Fold in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese and any optional seasonings like garlic powder and pepper.

5. Pour into pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.

6. Top with cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top of the batter.

7. Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool and serve: Let the bread cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs.

Enjoy your cheesy bread as a snack or a side dish!

 

Fried Green Tomatoes

Fried green tomatoes:

Ingredients:

4 large green tomatoes

2 eggs

1/2 cup milk

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup cornmeal

1/2 cup bread crumbs

2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 quart vegetable oil for frying

**How To Make World’s best recipe for fried green tomatoes**

Slice tomatoes 1/2 inch thick. Discard the ends.

Whisk eggs and milk together in a medium-size bowl. Scoop flour onto a plate. Mix cornmeal, bread crumbs and salt and pepper on another plate. Dip tomatoes into flour to coat. Then dip the tomatoes into milk and egg mixture. Dredge in breadcrumbs to completely coat.

In a large skillet, pour vegetable oil (enough so that there is 1/2 inch of oil in the pan) and heat over a medium heat. Place tomatoes into the frying pan in batches of 4 or 5, depending on the size of your skillet. Do not crowd the tomatoes, they should not touch each other. When the tomatoes are browned, flip and fry them on the other side. Drain them on paper towels.

DEVILED EGGS

 DOES ANYONE HERE ACTUALLY EAT DEVILED EGGS?

Smash or Pass Don't Lose This Recipe

*Ingredients :

°6 large eggs

°2 tablespoons and a half of mayonnaise

°1 tablespoon and a half to taste

°1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

°Salt and pepper to taste

°paprika (optional)

°A few drops of Tabasco (to taste)

*Preparation:

Put the eggs in the bottom of the pot. Add enough cold water to cover the eggs. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, remove from heat and leave for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, remove the water and fill the saucepan with cold water and ice. Leave it for 5 minutes and remove the eggshell. slice lengthwise. Lift the yolks and add to the mayonnaise. Add relish, mustard, salt and pepper. Good mixing. Add the mixture to the hole in the egg yolk. Sprinkle with sweet pepper.

Enjoy !

CAJUN SHRIMP AND STEAK FEAST

 WOULD YOU EAT THIS CAJUN SHRIMP AND STEAK FEAST 🦐🥩🔥✨

Ingredients:

For the Steak:

1 lb steak (ribeye, sirloin, or your favorite cut), cut into strips

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

2 cloves garlic, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Shrimp:

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

Fresh parsley for garnish

Lemon wedges for serving

Optional: steamed rice, garlic bread, or roasted vegetables

Instructions:

For the Steak:

Season the Steak: In a bowl, toss the steak strips with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until the steak is evenly coated.

Cook the Steak: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the steak strips for 3-4 minutes per side, until they are cooked to your desired doneness. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

For the Shrimp:

Season the Shrimp: In a separate bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

Cook the Shrimp: In the same skillet used for the steak, add a little more olive oil if needed. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they are pink and opaque. Remove from the heat.

Assemble the Feast:

Combine and Serve: Plate the Cajun steak and shrimp together on a large platter or individual plates. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.

Optional Sides: Serve with steamed rice, garlic bread, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Meatloaf

 Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf with Melted Swiss Cheese

Ingredients:

2 pounds ground beef

1 packet French onion soup mix

1 cup breadcrumbs

1/2 cup milk

2 eggs, beaten

1/4 cup ketchup

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 cup caramelized onions

1 cup Swiss cheese, sliced

Fresh thyme, for garnish

Directions:

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, French onion soup mix, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until well combined.

Line the crockpot with parchment paper or foil for easy removal of the meatloaf. Press half of the meat mixture into the bottom of the crockpot.

Layer caramelized onions and half of the Swiss cheese over the meat.

Top with the remaining meat mixture, pressing gently to seal edges.

Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours.

In the last 10 minutes of cooking, add the remaining Swiss cheese on top of the meatloaf and cover until melted.

Garnish with fresh thyme before serving.