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Unlike other frozen margaritas, there is no ice in this recipe. This Frozen Mango Margarita is just frozen mango, tequila, lime juice and agave syrup. It’s a creamy (almost like mango sorbet !), fruity, and refreshing frozen margarita with a spicy lime chili salt ring to kick it up another notch! Frozen mango margarita This is easily my favorite way to enjoy mango margaritas in the summer! It’s almost like an easy fruit sorbet , but so much more fun!...

Silky smooth, creamy, milky, and tastes like the cornflakes-soaked milk at the bottom of your cereal bowl – this Cereal Milk Ice Cream is one of my all-time favorite summer-time treats! This cereal milk ice cream is a simple recipe with an unforgettably unique flavor that both kids and adults will enjoy! Even though summer here in Ottawa is quite a bit milder than those that I’m used to in mid-Missouri, the heat still gets to me....

Also known choux pastry, this is a light, airy, delicate, crisp French pastry made with flour, eggs, butter, and water. Used for desserts such as cream puffs, éclairs, profiteroles etc.

This delicious Salted Lime Sherbet (Margarita Ice Cream) is tangy, salty, creamy and refreshing, and super easy to make! It’s got all the flavors of a classic margarita, (optionally) MINUS the alcohol, so even kids can enjoy this all summer long! This salted lime sherbet even made an appearance in my recent margarita ice cream float post. A delightful summer recipe for kids (without the alcohol, of course) and adults, alike!...

This Thanksgiving leftover strata transforms all your leftovers into a layered casserole that’s chock-full of flavor with pockets of gooey cheese, crispy bacon, juicy turkey, sweet and tart cranberry sauce. All topped with crunchy croutons and a drizzle of cheesy turkey gravy! I can safely say that I won’t be having Thanksgiving leftovers any other way – this Thanksgiving leftover strata (casserole) is SO freaking good! I’ve made a few different versions of Thanksgiving leftover savory bread pudding over the years, but I’ve found a keeper....

This is truly the BEST cinnamon toast ever! Why? It has the PERFECT balance of sweet, crunchy, salty, and addictive deliciousness. If you like honey butter toast , you will LOVE this variation! A super easy cinnamon toast recipe (crème brulee toast) that will give you perfect results, every time! Why this is the BEST cinnamon toast recipe ever! Cinnamon toast ingredients Cinnamon sugar butter ratio How to make cinnamon toast Why pan toasted cinnamon toast works (pros and cons) Recipe tips for success Recipe variations Serving suggestions Frequently asked questions If you love sweet, crunchy cinnamon toast, or honey toast , then I’ve got a doozy in store for you today!...

If you’re looking for a pumpkin roll that is not dense, sticky, or too sweet, then this pumpkin roll recipe is your answer! The secret is simple. This pumpkin roll is made with a genoise cake, resulting in a light and fluffy cake roll that is not too sweet, and still incredibly soft, unlike pretty much every other pumpkin roll recipe out there. Why I love this recipe Ingredients to make this pumpkin roll recipe How to make pumpkin roll Other variations of this cake Storage instructions Frequently Asked Questions Why I love this recipe This recipe is slightly different from a classic pumpkin roll recipe in that the base of this pumpkin roll is a pumpkin flavored genoise sponge cake!...

This brioche bread is ultra soft, rich, and buttery! Not only delicious to eat, but easy to make too! Perfect for sandwiches, French toast and just to eat on its own. Learn how to make authentic brioche bread with this step by step recipe. Plus, now you can make Brioche Burger Buns or Brioche Cinnamon Rolls too! A few weeks ago, I was able to live one of my life-long dreams!...

A simple and flavorful weekday lunch or weekend brunch recipe – this Spicy Cajun Shrimp Avocado Toast topped with roasted tomatillo and cotija is a quick, light and delicious meal for those busy days! Cajun spice mix Lately, my husband has been requesting everything with cajun spice! As a result, I’ve had to make a huge batch of my cajun spice mix . I’m not complaining though, because this cajun seasoning is the real deal....

Crispy bacon with oven roasted celeriac hash is an incredibly flavorful breakfast for any time of the week! Earthy & sweet, this recipe transforms celery root into a weekend brunch worthy meal! Plus it’s freezer friendly too. Earthy, sweet celeriac hash is the one celeriac recipe that you must make! Recipe highlights What is celeriac (or celery root)? How to prep celeriac (celery root) How to make celeriac hash in the oven Serving suggestions Can I make this vegetarian or vegan?...

Make these fun Color Changing Purple and Pink Lemonade Slushies and Popsicles to cool down this summer! Just like my popular color changing lemonade (galaxy lemonade) , these lemonade slushies also use dried blue pea flowers for an incredible color changing effect! This is one of the most fun drink recipes for both kids and adults alike, and perfect for summer! These slushies and popsicles are a delicious summer treat ‘Tis the season for lemonade, my friends....

The most delicious, easy praline paste recipe that will give you perfect results, every single time! A super adaptable recipe because you can make this with hazelnuts for a hazelnut praline paste, OR with almonds for an almond praline paste. Or you can use a mix of both, like I did, to get the best flavors from both praline pastes. A detailed, step by step recipe for a super easy way to make delicious praline paste that you can use for baking, as a spread, or as flavoring for any dessert or filling....

An ingredient that helps to mix and stabilize non homogenous ingredients, like water and oil. Emulsifiers contain fat attracting and water attracting components, and helps to bind and stabilize fat and water solutions as a mix / emulsification. Ex – Egg yolks, Lecithin, Mustard

A network of proteins (mainly glutenin and gliadin) found in wheat, barley, rye etc. that forms when flour is mixed with water. It gives dough its structure, texture, and chewiness, making it essential in bread baking.

Here’s how to make the BEST homemade white chocolate liqueur! It’s surprisingly easy to make and tastes deliciously creamy with extra white chocolate flavor, without being too sweet. And it’s got the perfect balance of booze and a creamy consistency. Heaps better than store-bought and makes a great edible gift for the holidays! White chocolate liqueur had me hooked from the first time I tried it. It was a bottle of Godiva white chocolate liqueur that I bought for a cocktail that I wanted to make, and I was afraid I wouldn’t like it....

Gorgeous, refreshing and delicious – this Mint Kiwi Margarita uses kiwi fruit juice as the base, and is flavored with mint and lime salt. A fantastic margarita recipe for Cinco de Mayo , and perfect for summer parties, BBQs, cocktail parties etc. I’ve also provided tips on making this ahead of time and for a crowd. Cinco de Mayo may have come and gone, but it’ll always be the right time for a margarita for me!...

Sweet, salty, and rich with plenty of umami flavor – these jammy Ramen Eggs (Ajitsuke Tamago) are simple, versatile, and perfect in your ramen bowl, or any other way you eat them! My simple marinade for these ramen eggs includes mirin, soy sauce, and one non-traditional secret ingredient! What are ramen eggs? Japanese ramen eggs or ajitsuke tamago, (also referred to as ajitama or sometimes as soy sauce eggs / shoyu tamago / shoyu eggs), are soft boiled eggs that are typically marinated in a sweet-salty soy sauce and mirin mixture....

Sri Lankan hot butter cuttlefish features crispy, deep fried cuttlefish (or squid) tossed in a spicy, buttery garlic sauce! This legendary Sri Lankan seafood preparation is an absolute firecracker of a dish. It’s meant to be paired with an ice cold beverage as a snack, or as a side dish with steamed rice or fried rice. Why this recipe works What is Sri Lankan hot butter cuttlefish? Ingredients you’ll need How to make hot butter cuttlefish (spicy garlic squid) My best recipe tips Storage What to serve with this spicy garlic squid Recipe FAQs More seafood recipes you’ll love Hot butter cuttlefish is one of the most quintessential Sri Lankan recipes that everyone loves!...

There’s a reason why Chocolate Profiteroles are such a classic and popular French pastry! A rich, creamy custard filling inside light, airy, crisp, perfectly baked choux pastry shells, and then drizzled with a luscious chocolate sauce on top. Profiteroles are one of the more well known French pastries , and an easy and adaptable recipe for potlucks and parties. Serve with a mug of thick, creamy French hot chocolate for a decadent pairing....

Unsalted butter is churned cream with the water and fat separated, usually containing about 80% milk fat. It adds richness, moisture, and flavor to baked goods. Using unsalted butter gives bakers control over the amount of salt in a recipe. Its consistency and melting properties also affect texture. How it’s Used Butter is creamed with sugar to incorporate air, laminated into dough to create layers, or melted for moisture in batters....