November 2020

sushi cake recipe

Sushi Cake

30 min prep time, serves 8 people

Sushi is a dish originally from Japan but has become increasingly popular in the United States and abroad. This Sushi Cake recipe is a fun take on sushi that can be made from the comfort of your home. Using a cake mold, we can make a large portion of sushi in the shape of a cake. It is both delicious and impressive to look at. Trust us when we say that this will be sure to impress anyone. Cut it into pieces and serve! 

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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad recipe

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

20 min prep time, serves 6 people

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad makes for a delicious and recipe fit for a light meal or as a side dish when entertaining. This salad is very hearty and will fill you up for hours, thanks to the chickpeas.  Each can of chickpeas comes packed with fiber and protein, both a vital part of a nutritious diet. I always have canned beans available in my pantry because of how affordable and convenient they are for making salads. We recommend adding your choice of fresh vegetables, either from your garden or the market, in order to create a more well rounded Mediterranean salad.

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chicken roll-up recipe

Chicken Roll-Up with Mushroom Stuffing

20 min prep time, 1 hour cooking time, serves 6 people

If you are tired of plain old chicken, try out this Chicken Roll-Up recipe. It’s amazing how something as simple as mushroom chicken roll-up can be so packed with flavor all while being aesthetically pleasing. I used mushrooms for the stuffing, but you can use any combination of vegetables and herbs. For a meal that is sure to please your guest, this recipe couldn’t be easier. In just 1 hour you can have a warm meal that everyone will enjoy. We recommend serving the chicken roll-ups on its own, with rice, roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad.

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chocolate cake recipe

Chocolate Cake with Almonds

15 min prep time, 35 min baking time, serves 8 people

A classic dessert recipe that you can’t go wrong with is Chocolate Cake! This cake uses cocoa powder to give it a consistent chocolatey flavor throughout. On top of that, it stays moist for a good 4-5 days, making it a great dessert to have leftovers of. Whether you eat it plain, dust it with powdered sugar, frost with chocolate ganache, or decorate with nuts or berries, it is truly perfect!

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tender chicken gizzards and roasted potatoes recipe

Tender Chicken Gizzards and Roasted Potatoes

10 min prep time, 1 hr cooking time, serves 6 people

Today we have chicken gizzards on the menu! Please do not turn your head and make that face. This is a very delicious recipe that takes me straight back to my childhood. Chicken parts were more affordable than other meat products in the market, so my mom would prepare dishes in such a way that parts like chicken gizzards would taste delicious. The extra time boiling before frying makes a huge difference in making the meat tender. We recommend chicken gizzards with with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted potatoes.

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