Wednesday, November 6, 2024

BBQ Beer Chicken



A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe that combines the flavors of BBQ sauce and beer to create tender and flavorful chicken. Perfect for both young and old!

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/2 cup beer
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker

In a bowl, mix together BBQ sauce, beer, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper

Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through

Once done, shred the chicken using two forks and mix well with the sauce in the slow cooker

Serve hot with your favorite sides


Sunday, November 3, 2024

Malbec Wine Pairing Recipe: Chateau de Chambert - Cahors



Indulge in the robust flavors of Chateau de Chambert Cahors Malbec with these succulent grilled ribeye steaks, enhanced by a rich and aromatic Malbec wine sauce.

Ingredients:

  • 4 bone-in ribeye steaks about 1 1/2 inches thick
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/4 cup Chateau de Chambert Cahors Malbec wine
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions:

Get your grill ready for high heat

Sprinkle a lot of salt and pepper on the steaks and brush them with olive oil

For medium-rare, grill the steaks for about 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until they're done the way you like them

Put the rest of the olive oil in a small saucepan and heat it over medium-low heat

Cut up the garlic, rosemary, and thyme and add them

Cook for one to two minutes, or until the food smells good

Wine Chateau de Chambert Cahors and beef broth should be added

It should take about 5 minutes to reduce by half

Take the sauce off the heat and add the butter

Whisk it in until it melts and the sauce is smooth

Put the grilled steaks on a platter and pour the Malbec wine sauce on top of them

Serve right away with a glass of Malbec wine from Chateau de Chambert Cahors

Have fun!


Friday, November 1, 2024

Blueberry Muffin Cupcakes



These Blueberry Muffin Cupcakes are a fun take on the classic blueberry muffin. They are great for breakfast or as a sweet treat at any time because they have a soft crumb and blueberry jam swirled through them.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/4 cup blueberry jam
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt

In a separate bowl, beat the melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Be careful not to overmix; it's okay if there are a few lumps

Gently fold in the fresh blueberries until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter

Scoop the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full

Using a small spoon, drop a small amount of blueberry jam on top of each cupcake and swirl it into the batter with a toothpick or skewer to create a marbled effect

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean

Allow the cupcakes to cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Once cooled, dust the tops of the cupcakes with powdered sugar

Enjoy your delicious Blueberry Muffin Cupcakes!


Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Premium Buffalo Burger Sandwich



Indulge in the premium flavor of buffalo meat with this delectable burger sandwich. Perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection, these burgers are topped with classic accompaniments for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

  • 3 premium buffalo burger patties
  • 3 burger buns
  • 3 slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Pickles
  • Mayonnaise
  • Mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Set your grill or pan on medium-high heat to get it ready

On both sides, season the buffalo patties with salt and pepper

For medium-rare, or until done to your liking, cook patties on the grill or in a skillet for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side

Add a slice of cheddar cheese to each patty and let it melt in the last minute of cooking

Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a pan

Put mustard on the top half of each bun and mayonnaise on the bottom half

Put lettuce leaves on the bottom bun of each burger, then a buffalo patty with melted cheese, sliced tomato, red onion, and pickles

Add the other half of the bun on top, and if you need to, use a toothpick to hold it in place

Enjoy while hot!


Sunday, October 27, 2024

Perfect Soft-Boiled Eggs



For breakfast, soft-boiled eggs are always a hit. The yolk is creamy and a little runny, which makes it great for dipping toast in or eating by itself. Just follow these easy steps, and your soft-boiled eggs will always turn out great.

Ingredients:

  • 4 large eggs
  • Water

Instructions:

Place the eggs in a saucepan and add enough water to cover them by about an inch

Put the saucepan on the stove over medium-high heat and bring the water to a boil

Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the eggs simmer for 4-5 minutes for a runny yolk or 7-8 minutes for a slightly firmer yolk

While the eggs are simmering, prepare a bowl of ice water

After the desired cooking time, use a slotted spoon to carefully transfer the eggs to the bowl of ice water to cool rapidly and stop the cooking process

Let the eggs sit in the ice water for about 2 minutes to ensure they are fully cooled

Gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel and serve


Friday, October 25, 2024

Tofu-Stuffed Chicken Breast



This recipe creates a flavorful, protein-rich dish that is ideal for a wholesome dinner by combining the tenderness of chicken breast with the savory goodness of tofu stuffing.

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 200g firm tofu, drained and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

Set the oven's temperature to 375F 190C

Combine the crumbled tofu, dried oregano, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper in a bowl

With caution not to cut through the whole chicken breast, cut a pocket in each one

Gently press the tofu mixture into each chicken breast to create a pocket, then stuff each breast

In a skillet that is ovensafe, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat

When the chicken breasts are browned, add them to the skillet and cook for two to three minutes on each side

Place the skillet in the oven that has been preheated, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked

Before serving, take it out of the oven and give it some time to rest

After slicing, serve with your preferred side dishes


Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Keto Sugar-Free French Silk Chocolate Mousse



Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of this keto-friendly French silk chocolate mousse, sans the sugar. It's the perfect treat for satisfying your sweet cravings while staying on track with your ketogenic lifestyle.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
  • 1/4 cup powdered erythritol or your preferred keto-friendly sweetener
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: whipped cream and grated chocolate for garnish

Instructions:

Whip the heavy cream in a bowl until stiff peaks form

Mix the melted chocolate, powdered erythritol, vanilla extract, and salt together slowly until everything is well mixed

Put some of the mousse into cups or glasses to serve

Put it in the fridge for at least an hour to set

If you want, you can serve it cold and top it with whipped cream and chocolate shavings


BBQ Beer Chicken

A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe that combines the flavors of BBQ sauce and beer to cr...