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Recipe: One Minute Microwave Meringues

December 13, 2019

Super simple and incredibly fast way to make a bowl full of scrumptious meringues that you can munch or mix with fruit and other toppings for a very fast dessert!

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Recipe: Cheese and Crackers Mini Pies

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December 5, 2019

These little cheese and cracker appetizers are super delicious. They double up as great presentation as they imitate little slices of pumpkin pie. They are sure to bring many oohs and aahs to your parties!

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finished Brazo de Mercedes Cups

Brazo de Mercedes CupsBrazo de Mercedes is a rolled dessert made from eggs. This is one of the best sellers during the Holiday Season and especially New Year's season. Today I am going to change its appearance from roll to individual cups.

A collection of meringue cookies for New Years.

New Year Meringue CookiesThese sweet colorful cookies are today's special craft. I made this for New Year's Eve and again made especially for the kids since we have plenty of kids at home to celebrate with us.

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Cookies on plate

3 Ingredient Chocolate CookiesEvery year, it has become our tradition to feed children who still enjoy caroling during the New Year's Eve. So, I have prepared a very fast and simple recipe to serve for this year's carolers.

baked Waffle on plate with syrup & blueberries

Cottage Cheese WafflesThese light and fluffy waffles are heavenly. I had a cup of cottage cheese that was just expiring. I substituted whole wheat for the regular flour. These can be frozen and reheated in the microwave or toaster.

Fried Rice with meat, egg, & peas

Fried RiceHere is my updated take and twist on fried rice. This recipe is easy to make. The only time consuming part is cooking everything individually, but in the end it is worth it as this lasted us for 3 dinners!

finished Apple Coleslaw

Apple ColeslawHere is an easy coleslaw you could whip up! This coleslaw can be eaten as a side dish, salad, in your sandwich or complete any meal you want to serve.

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2 Ingredient Healthy Cookies

Two Ingredient Healthy CookiesI wanted some healthier cookie choices for my family for the holidays and experimented with these! They could even be good for breakfast! I made 2 and 3 ingredient choices and we had a taste test.

stack of Sausage-Stuffed Pancakes

Fluffy Sausage-Stuffed PancakesImpress your sweet and savory breakfast lovers with this fun pancake treat. Make a super fluffy pancake batter from scratch using a DIY buttermilk, then pop in some delicious, juicy sausage patties. This is my pancake take on pigs in a blanket. :)

Pudding in serving dishes

Turmeric Chai Chia PuddingA healthy chia flavored pudding with no cooking!

finished Caramelized Onion and Pepper Steak Sandwich

Caramelized Onion and Pepper Steak SandwichLately, I've been having guests over in the afternoons so I've been trying to make fancier lunch fare. I made these steak sandwiches to try and impress, and they did just the job. I was able to make 4 of these filling and super yummy steak sandwiches for about $10 total. Win-win!

gift wrapped baked brownies

30 Cent Brownie MixGifts of food are always appreciated. This brownie mix is inexpensive and has all natural ingredients. So moist, chocolatey and delicious. I decided to actually make the brownies and give those as gifts. I made up some extra mix to have on hand for a quick dessert for unexpected company.

Funfetty Cake Bites

Funfetty Cake BitesConfetti cake, that's how some people call it here in my place. Its just a cake with colorful bits inside. It is best to serve during the holidays, because kids love sweets and colors as well.

Taco Mac n Cheese topped with sour cream & salsa

Taco Mac n CheeseThis is fusion comfort food at its finest! It's not only incredibly easy to make, it's super delicious and makes for a wonderful meal that can be kept for following days. How convenient! When eaten as leftovers, heating then adding dollops of salsa and sour cream bring it back to life beautifully.

Pancakes on plate with whipped cream

Flourless Peanut Butter Banana PancakesI love these super low-carb flourless pancakes. They are mainly just mashed banana, egg, and peanut butter. They don't need added sugar inside because the ripened banana and peanut butter are already sweet. They are very custardy and dreamy! I find they are great before a big workout as they give me quite a bit of energy and don't weigh me down.

Steak, potatoes and Egg in the middle

Steak and Egg HashHere is a hearty breakfast treat you can make with your leftover meats. I used beef steak here, but you can use any type of meat and it will turn out great. This is a one skillet meal for one person. Just multiply and use a bigger skillet to serve more people.

Honey Citrus Butternut Squash on plate

Honey Citrus Butternut SquashThis butternut squash has a lovely zing to it. The orange and lemon really pop, while the honey tones it down with a lovely, deep sweetness. I love adding chopped walnuts on top then popping it back in the oven to toast. Such a lovely crunch! This is a great side dish, but also makes a great entree.

Cranberry Apple Cornish Hen on plate

Cranberry Apple Cornish HensAdding a sweet and sour element to savoury roasted Cornish game hens is divine! Stuffing them with fresh cranberries and chopped apples gives them great flavour and also makes them extra juicy. It also makes a lovely presentation at the table.

Brownie on plate

Brownies Fruit DelightChristmas is coming and there's plenty of recipes to learn and share. Kids love brownies that are mostly topped with nuts. This time I'm gonna make a fruity twist to this yummy treat.

Frosted Eggnog Cupcakes on plate

Frosted Eggnog CupcakesThese eggnog cakes are the perfect comforting dessert for the holidays. They're topped with a luscious spiced cream cheese frosting. Perfect with a cup of coffee!

Lamb Loin Chops with Garlic Brandy Butter with sweet potaoes on plate

Lamb Loin Chops with Garlic Brandy ButterThis is an excellent and fancy lamb chop dish that does not take much effort. It's really a beginner's recipe but tastes like an elegant night out. I hope you give it a try!

Peanut Butter Stuffed Cookie on plate

Peanut Butter Stuffed CookiesThese cookies are for peanut butter lovers! They are peanut butter cookies, stuffed with a gooey peanut butter mixture, topped with peanut brittle M&M's. You can swap out the peanut butter cookie exterior with any type of cookie dough you like. I also like a chocolate chip cookie exterior variation. For this recipe, I used a cookie mix, made to its directions on the back. You can get creative with these. These cookies are pretty huge, so you can split one to share with a loved one and watch them ooze!

S'mores Cookies on plate

S'mores CookiesHere's a recipe for delicious bite sized s'mores cookies! The holidays are around the corner. These would be perfect to make and enjoy with hot chocolate or put them in jars for homemade gifts!

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piece of Applesauce Bread

Allegheny Applesauce BreadThis is a healthy snack or breakfast item. I substituted flaxseed meal for the wheat germ and used Truvia for the brown sugar. I also used craisins for a bit of color this holiday season. Due to allergies in the family I left out the nuts.

finished Cheesy Potatoes with Onions

Microwave Cheesy Potatoes with OnionsThis is an easy recipe to prepare and cook in the microwave. It's a great dish to take to a pot luck dinner or to a friend or neighbor in need. It goes over very well, and you will come home with an empty dish. I cook it in the microwave in a 2 quart Pyrex dish that has a lid.

Baked Eggs in Avocado on plate

Baked Eggs in Avocado or Potato HalvesI baked these two healthy and hearty types of breakfasts for guests on Thanksgiving morning to hold us over until a later dinner. Avocados, eggs and/or potatoes are a great healthy choice! Looked fancy and tasted really delish too! The recipe describes for one serving. You decide how many avocados or potato halves you need for your guests.

cooked Spanish Bacon on plate

Homemade Tocino (Spanish Bacon)Tocino is famous in this country which is mostly served during breakfast time. Upon searching the Web, I found out that it is actually not an original dish from the Philippines. According to history of this country, we were influenced a lot by the Spanish people from words, clothing and dishes/recipes and in many other aspects.

baked Texas Toast Pizzas

Texas Toast PizzasI'm trying to eat healthier, but that doesn't mean I need to completely give up my favorite foods. And my absolute favorite is pizza! While scrolling Pinterest one day, I found mini pizzas made with Texas garlic toast. They looked absolutely delicious so I made a few. Three of them satisfied my craving without eating an entire pizza. These are very simple to make and are so tasty!

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Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Meringues on parchment paper

Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter MeringuesI originally made these for a friend who loves the taste of chocolate peanut butter cups but finds them too heavy. This is the perfect solution! They're so good, I now prefer these over peanut butter cups, myself. The peanut butter meringues are so crisp and light, even dipped in chocolate, they make you feel much less guilty.

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Bread Pudding Cups on plate

Caramel Apple Bread Pudding CupsI love the flavour of caramel apples but they can be a bit tough on the teeth. I thought it would be fun to bring their flavours to something soft and comforting like bread pudding. I baked them inside of muffin tins for presentation and portion control reasons. They're so delicious, they are making it to the tables of all my holiday feasts this year! I hope you try these.

Cheese Stuffed Banana Pops

Cheese Stuffed Banana PopsIt's harvest time for bananas and it's so plentiful that I have to share it to some neighbors. Some are set aside for banana bread and some I made into stuffed banana balls.

baked Blueberry Tea Cake

Blueberry Tea CakeA delicious cake for parties especially since our entire family loves blueberries and they are so good for you! I'm bringing one along to my daughters when we celebrate Thanksgiving there this year!

Chicken Curry With Fresh Coconut Milk and salad and rice on plate

Chicken Curry With Fresh Coconut MilkCurry dishes here on the islands are a favorite of mine and especially when I make it with fresh coconut milk. This really adds to the taste of the curry and brings out the flavor. I have made this recipe using shrimp and crab also. No matter what they are delicious and you can add any vegetable that you want. This is also good with fresh broccoli and cauliflower.

baked Lasagna

Jodi's Christmas Day LasagnaThis is a full-fat, high octane lasagna, so if you're looking for low-fat or diet, better skip this one. This was originally my mother-in-law's recipe, but I've tweaked it through the years and made it my own.

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cooked Leafy Cheese Rolls on plate

Leafy Cheese RollsWe usually prepare cheese sticks at home for the kids. Today I'm making cheese sticks intended for adults. The creamy salty taste of cheese blends in with the refreshing taste of lettuce. For me, it's perfect combination.

baked Mile High Apple Pie

Making a Mile High Apple PieI have always been the pie maker in the family! My favorite one to make is the 'Mile High Apple Pie'. It's my masterpiece! I will show you what I do with a few secret important things.

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dipped Chocolate Covered Apple Slices

Chocolate Covered Apple SlicesHere is a fancy twist of making chocolate covered apple slices! These chocolate covered applies slices also make great party desserts/snacks or favors. Another fun idea is to have a chocolate covered apple slice station for kids or adults to make their own chocolate covered apple slices (especially if you have a chocolate fountain).

Butternut Squash Soup in pan

Butternut Squash SoupI make this every Thanksgiving. I make ahead and freeze it without the cream. When I am ready to serve it I add the cream. I also serve it with 3-4 soup crackers on top. I submitted that recipe as well. I double the recipe since everyone loves it and I have a big crowd. I am submitting this recipe now so interested readers can prepare it in time for Thanksgiving.

Cuttlefish Cubes with Star Beans in bowl

Cuttlefish Cubes with Star BeansWe love seafood and its amazing seeing your family members loving all the recipes you cook for them. Cuttlefish is one that my father likes to eat in sweet, savory and spicy flavors. This time no spice as my kids really likes to have them too.

Roast Beef meal on plate

Perfect Roast BeefI love roast beef when it's cooked perfectly. The way I like it is rare, so it's great to be able to cook it myself to my specifications. Then I slice away for meals and pack away for many lunches to come. Here is my simple recipe to the best roast beef. If you don't like it rare, just cook it a bit longer. I've added a temperature guide in the steps.

baked Raisin Oatmeal Scone on plate

Raisin Oatmeal SconesI've had this book for years and just some scones made today. I used free Craisins in place of raisins, and used whey in place of the milk. This recipe only took one bowl and is perfect for breakfast or anytime. Freezes well.

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Savory Rice Balls Salad on plate

Savory Rice Balls SaladNot an avid rice eater here. Although that's our most common food in the main course. Today I'm making it a star in my eyes by giving it a simple twist in the kitchen.

Butterscotch Banana Cake on plate

Sticky Butterscotch Banana CakeThis cake tastes so good, you'll be surprised at how easy it is to make. The main cake part is made of aquafaba, the liquid you find in a can of canned chickpeas. If you don't have any, use about 5 egg whites. Sometimes I use a mixture of both. Since the cake is so light and fluffy, the butterscotch chips mix with the banana and sink to the bottom, making a luxurious sticky butterscotch sauce to use as topping. Don't worry, it ribbons itself in the middle of the cake, too. What a delight!

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leftover fish patties drizzled with sauce on plate

Hearty Leftover Fish PattiesWe have plenty of leftovers this weekend, including fried fish, boiled banana heart, and boiled sweet potatoes. Now, it's time for the leftover queen to transform these to save them from going to the wastebasket.

bowl of Chili

Savory Chicken ChiliWith the cold weather setting in, this is the time for a tasty chicken chili! This is made in a crock pot, which saves in many ways. This meal can make up to 12 servings, or you can freeze part of it for another time. Here's how!

Avocado Breakfast Wrap on plate

Avocado Breakfast WrapMy daughter has gotten me to crave wraps with avocado, which is a heart healthy food to include in your diet. She found some gluten-free wraps at our local grocery store. I had never eaten a wrap before, that I could remember. To me, a wrap is something you throw around your shoulders.

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plate with Honey Mustard Pork Loin with veggies

Honey Mustard Pork Loin with ApplesThe flavours of this roast pork loin smothered in apples is perfect for the fall season. Use the freshly roasted pork's juices, along with some honey and mustard, to make the perfect sauce to accompany it. The apples, once browned and cooked down, can be pressed down on with a fork to make an effortless applesauce for your dish. This is one of my favourite pork dishes, by far!

Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken

Instant Pot Teriyaki ChickenEasy to whip up teriyaki chicken in an instant pot, takes just 8 minutes to cook!

Meatloaf and Cheese Filled Potato Rolls

Meatloaf and Cheese Filled Potato RollsEverybody at home loves potatoes and cheese. Tonight's choice for dinner is a simple potato recipe. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients. Kids are excited as they are going to help in preparing the dish, something new for them to learn.

baked muffins

Almond or Pumpkin Seed Matcha MuffinsDo you enjoy matcha? You should try these delicious matcha muffins topped with your choice of topping. I used almond slices for half and the other half pumpkin seeds!

Fudgy Peanut Butter Banana Brownies on plate

Fudgy Peanut Butter Banana BrowniesPeanut butter and bananas are one of my favourite combinations. Here, I've put super ripe bananas inside of these brownies alongside the peanut butter to make for a super decadent treat. Using these ingredients allows you to cut down on other added fat and sugar content, too.

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Gigantic Chocolate Chip Cookies on tray

Gigantic Chocolate Chip CookiesI just used my own chocolate chip cookie recipe and made 'gigantic' chocolate chip cookies for my church bake sale! The cookies were 8' inches round. I wrapped them in plastic wrap. And sold them for $1.50 each. It only cost about $5.00 to make and we made $37.50. Just on 25 cookies! Success!

Mexican Kidney Bean Sandwich on plate

Mexican Kidney Bean Sandwich FillingThis is so tasty, filling, healthy, economical, quick and easy. I doubled the recipe so I would have enough for two sandwiches.

Spaghetti Squash Soup in bowl with bread

Spaghetti Squash SoupIt's very common to use spaghetti squash as replacement for pasta. You've probably seen many spaghetti and lasagna recipes using it. How about using it to replace the noodles in your soup? This is a great way to use up your fall harvest of the delicious squash. Simmering it brings out the flavour of the squash into the soup, and the beautiful strands become the noodles to this hearty dish.

baked Muffins

Banana Almond Flour MuffinsHere's a simple, healthy and tasty muffin recipe. All ingredients mixed together in just one bowl. Hope you try these and enjoy some banana almond flour muffins!

Homemade Lasagna Roll Ups

Homemade Lasagna Roll UpsI had heard of lasagna roll ups but never tried making them! They are different, fun and easy to serve. Putting away leftovers is easy too. I had company for dinner and they loved them!

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Pork Roast served with mashed roots and veggies

Pork Roast with Crispy CracklingIf you're not familiar, crackling is the crunchy thick skin that is purposely created on pork roasts, traditionally served for Sunday lunch. I adore making this year-round, but there's something super comforting about having it around on the colder months and holidays. This is my method of making it without too much fuss, just a few ingredients! You can use a bone-in or boneless cut, but I prefer bone-in as it is tastier, and you can make a great stock out of it after the fact.

Butternut Squash Puree in blender

Butternut Squash PureeAny processed butternut squash is expensive, because it is so hard to cut. Let your microwave do the work for you. You can use the puree for baking, cooking, or as I am doing, for soup. Since I grew my own squash, the only cost to me was my labor.

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Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato SkilletThis is a very quick meal to make, perfect if you work during the day. I omitted the cheese and added asparagus, so I made this a one-pan meal. Feel free to add other vegetables and spices to your liking. I partially cooked the sweet potatoes and the asparagus in the microwave to make it even faster.

Roasted Chicken and Rice on plate

Roasted Chicken and RiceI just took out a split chicken and went crazy looking at what I had to make something different and this is what happened! And then I even made a leftover dinner for tomorrow or for the freezer! 'BAM'

Leftover Roast Pig in Sweet Pickle and Pineapple Sauce

Breaded Leftover Pork in Pineapple Pickle SauceOur famous "lechon" (roast pig) can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whenever there's leftovers from previous parties, we store them in the freezer. This is very similar to a sweet and sour recipe. The only thing that's different is the cucumber pickles. The syrup is the main sauce ingredient. Instead of tomato sauce, I substituted tomato ketchup to add a sweet and sour blend to the dish.

Chewy Choco Crinkles on plate

Chewy Choco CrinklesI have been addicted to choco crinkles since high school. I am now trying to learn the recipe so that I can share it to my kids. Now I just want them to enjoy my homemade goodies.

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baked Soup Crackers

Soup CrackersUse homemade or store-bought pie crust to make wonderful soup crackers that everyone will talk about. I used a spring-type pie crust cutter. You can use any cookie cutter that makes a soup-sized cracker. Use any spices you like.

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