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Rose Cream Raspberry Tart
There is no dessert that I enjoy more than a nice, fresh fruit tart. That is why for my birthday, I opted to bake one for my friends and family. The below recipe is a special one I worked on as a birthday gift to myself. I infused the cream with rosewater and rose petal…
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Chocolate Covered Cannoli Cups
For this year’s holiday party I wanted to make cannolis, but I wanted to do something different with them. I decided baking little cannoli cups dipped in chocolate and filled with a delicious, homemade ricotta-mascarpone filling. What makes these great, besides their versatility, is that they can be eaten in one big bite! Prep Time: 1 hour…
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Viennese Whirls
Contrary to the name, these tasty, sweet biscuits originate from England, not Austria. They are filled with fresh, delicious buttercream and you can use any jam of your choice. I used one of my previous recipes/a> for the jam I incorporated. They make for great tea side or can be enjoyed in one big bite! Prep…
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Creamy Mexican Avocado Soup
When you eat soup, or expect to eat soup, you are prepping to eat a warm broth filled with vegetables, grains, and proteins. What’s different about this soup is that it is served chilled. It’s an appetizing soup, especially in the summer since it can keep you cool and to withstand the heat. The combination of…
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Creamy New York Style Cheesecake
Ever since I immigrated to the United States and ate a slice of cheesecake, I fell in love. It quickly became one of my favorite desserts. A cake made of a creamy cheese filling and a nice crust? Who wouldn’t love it. Below is my recipe for a traditional New York style cheesecake. This will…
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Hazelnut Tiramisu
Tiramisu is a popular coffee infused dessert enjoyed the world over. It is made by taking delicious ladyfinger cookies, soaking them in coffee, and layering them. When served, it looks similar to a dessert lasagna. Rather than using regular coffee, I opted for a hazelnut flavor to add a nutty, earthy taste to it. It’s rich,…
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Chicken Gyros with homemade pita bread
Since I was young and growing up in Greece, one of my favorite foods to eat was the Chicken Gyro. The gyro is everything from a late night street food to a sit-down dinner. This recipe includes instructions on how to hand make your own pita bread and tzatziki sauce which takes this simple dish…
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Hot Chocolate
What could be better on a dreary, cold day than a nice, warm fire? How about homemade hot chocolate?! This delicious drink is tons better when you put in the effort and make it yourself rather than using the powder mix. Not only is it better, but it is tastier and creamier with a rich,…
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“Hot Chocolate” Swirl Cheesecake
You don’t have to wait until the colder months to enjoy this dessert. The semisweet chocolate swirls blended with the creamy sweet cheesecake filling make for mouthwatering combination. Like any traditional hot chocolate, I topped the dessert with marshmallows, toasting them into a gooey morsel under a blow torch. This will be your go to…