Pistachio Ice Cream

Pistachio Ice Cream

Lemon Cheesecake Bars

CRUST:
1/3 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 cup all-purpose flour
cooking spray

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the butter, brown sugar, salt and nutmeg together until smooth. Add the flour, beating at low speed until blended.

Spray an 8-inch square pan with the nonstick cooking spray. Press the crust mixture evenly over the bottom of the pan.



Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
While the crust bakes, prepare the filling.

FILLING:
1 cup low-fat (1%) cottage cheese
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tbsp lemon zest
3 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp baking powder
1 large egg
1 large egg white

Process cottage cheese in food processor for a minute or until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Add the sugar, flour, lemon zest, lemon juice, baking powder, egg, and egg white; process 30 seconds or until well blended. Pour over the baked crust.

Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until set. Cool 30 minutes. Cover and chill for at least 8 hours. Cut into bars.

To serve cut into 9 squares and garnish with thin lemon slices or thin strips of lemon rind that has been curled, if desired.

Oven Baked Pork Chops

If you're like me, you've found that Pork, of all the meats, can be the trickiest to cook. Furthermore, when cooking Pork in it's Chop form, it can be especially difficult to achieve the dish's maximum potential. Pork Chops tend to cook quickly and if you're not careful, it doesn't take much to overcook them, leaving them tough and dry.

Barbecue

Chicken Enchiladas - How to Make the Best Ones

Mexican foods are quite appealing to many people; the rich flavor, enchanting aroma and superb texture of these dishes simply create the perfect satisfying meal. Moreover, it is easy to make several Mexican recipes; in only a matter of minutes, you can already enjoy the peppery, spicy and tangy dishes. You can also use a variety of vegetables and meat to make a nutritious Mexican recipe.

Among the popular party foods or snacks are chicken enchiladas. This baked recipe takes less than an hour to make. Hence, you can make several batches of this dish at only a fraction of the time. Because of the ease in making this recipe, you should definitely have this in your party menu. You can serve it with an ice-cold fruit juice or soda for a completely nourishing meal. Moreover, you may opt to cut it in bite-size pieces and present it as an entrée.

If you are wondering how to make chicken enchiladas the fast and easy way, you should check out the cooking procedure presented here. Amateur cooks will definitely enjoy making this nutritious and delightful dish.


1. For this recipe, you will need to gather the following ingredients:
Chopped green bell pepper, 1/3 cup
Chopped white onion
A tablespoon of dried parsley
Minced garlic
A 15-oz. can of tomato sauce
Half pint of sour cream
Salt, chili powder and pepper to taste
A 12-oz. jar of taco sauce
A cup of shredded Cheddar cheese (and about a half cup for garnishing)
About 4 pieces of chicken breast fillet, halved and skinned
Tortilla wraps, 8 pieces

2. Before mixing the ingredients, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, cook the chicken in a medium skillet. Once the meat is no longer pink inside, remove it from the pan and chop it into cubes.

3. Place the chicken cubes back in the pan and sauté it with the onion, garlic, parsley, sour cream, cheese and pepper.

4. Once the cheese melts, pour in the tomato sauce and half a cup of water. Add in the bell pepper, garlic and the chili powder.

5. Stir frequently and allow all the ingredients to blend well.

6. Afterwards, scoop some of the mixture and place it inside the tortilla flour wrap.

7. Once you have finished putting the filling inside all the 8 wraps, place them on a baking dish.

8. Pour a generous amount of taco sauce on top of the wraps. Sprinkle some Cheddar cheese and bake the uncovered dish for around 20 minutes.

You will know that the dish is ready once the cheese melts and the enchiladas are bubbly.

Barbecue Ribs Recipe for Everyday Meals

Everyday meals do not have to be dull and ordinary if you know how to prepare something special for main course. You will give the whole family something to look forward to because of the superb taste of the dishes on the dinner table. It is easy to turn a typical mealtime into an extraordinary one, as long as there is a great dish.

If you are thinking of making a truly great dish this week, you might want to try preparing a plate of savory barbecue ribs. You can try having a nice cookout in the backyard with the whole family or some friends. This makes a perfect opportunity to bond and have a great time. While waiting for the barbecue to cook, you can share a pleasant conversation with your family. Everyone will enjoy a special barbecue outdoors with the companion of each other.

Here is one outstanding recipe for barbecue ribs that you should try making. The dish comes with a zesty sweet taste because of the maple syrup added to it. Moreover, the entire mix of seasonings will simply give the ribs that fabulous aroma that everyone will enjoy.  Hence, you might want to prepare the recipe for your upcoming family lunch or a special dinner with your relatives.



Maple Syrup on Barbecue Ribs

Make something tasty and nutritious for supper or lunch. This recipe for barbecue uses a variety of seasonings and maple syrup to give the dish a scrumptious appeal. The dish has about 20 minutes of prep time and 2 hours of cooking time.

Ingredients:
3 pounds of pork spareribs
1 cup of maple syrup
2 tablespoons of orange juice (concentrated)
2 tablespoons of ketchup
3 tablespoons of soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon of mustard dressing
Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon of curry powder
A clove of garlic, minced
2 pieces of minced green onion
1 tablespoon of sesame seeds

Procedure:

Prepare the oven and preheat it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, place the spareribs on the oven rack, inside a roasting pan. Wrap the pan with aluminum foil and bake the ribs for about 1 1/4 hours. While waiting for the pork to bake, heat the saucepan over medium heat setting. Pour in the ketchup, orange juice, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, mustard and maple syrup.  Add in the onions, garlic and the curry powder. Then, simmer the mixture for 15 minutes. Stir the contents occasionally.

After simmering, remove the mixture from heat. Once the spareribs are ready, drain the fat and pour the prepared sauce on it. Continue baking for an additional 35 minutes and put more sauce after a while. Just before serving the meat, sprinkle some sesame seeds on it.

This truly exquisite dish is a delight for those who love to eat something tasty and savory as main course. The recipe is easy to prepare, which adds to the appeal in making the dish. Try the recipe now and give the whole family an excellent meal to enjoy.

Interesting Recipe for a Dog Birthday Cake

Do you have a pet dog who is about to celebrate its birthday? You can let your beloved furry friend feel how special he is by preparing a cake just for him. Invite your friends and their dogs and have a one-of-a-kind birthday party for your pooch. For the last part of the event, have a candle-blowing ceremony - just like in any other birthday parties. Hence, you should prepare a truly adorable cake to complete the perfect birthday celebration.

Making a dog birthday cake is not that different from baking a regular cake. However, for any food served for a dog, you must be sure that the ingredients you use are ideal for him to eat. Everyone knows that some food items are not safe for animals, yet they are fine for humans. Thus, it would do you and your pet well if you use a cake recipe intended for a dog's consumption.

Check out this fabulous birthday cake recipe for a dog. The ingredients used in this recipe are ideal for a dog, and will not cause any health problems (unless your pet has sensitivities on these). To be on the safe side, you may consult your dog's vet just to make sure that each food item is okay for your pet to eat.

Layer Birthday Cake for a Dog - With Bacon Bits and Chicken



If your pooch adores bacon and chicken, then this recipe will surely be a delight to him and the other dog guests for the party. This layer cake will surely receive a warm welcome from your furry friend. The taste is simply delightful and the aroma is outstanding. Here are the ingredients needed for this recipe:

Cake flour, 3 cups

Baking powder, 1 1/2  tablespoons

Margarine (softened), 1/2 cup

Large eggs (beaten lightly), 6 pieces

Corn oil or olive oil, 1/2 cup

Chicken-flavored baby food (strained), 2 jars

Baby carrots (shredded), 2 cups

Plain yogurt or one with vanilla flavor

Bacon (fried until crispy), 2 to 3 strips

Cooking Procedure:

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Next, grease and add some flour on two round cake pans. Set aside for a while as you prepare the batter. Use a bowl to blend the flour and the baking powder. In another medium bowl, whisk the margarine until it turns smooth and light. Pour the corn oil and add the eggs slowly, one at a time. Beat the ingredients vigorously.

Then, put in the chicken and the shredded carrots.  Stir the mixture well. Combine the flour mixture and continue to whisk vigorously. When the batter is ready, pour it to the two prepared baking pans. Bake the batter for about 50 minutes, inside the preheated oven.

Next, put a layer of the cake on a serving plate. Spread yogurt on top of the cake. Afterwards, top the cake with another layer. Put the remaining amount of yogurt on top of the second layer, and even to the sides. Sprinkle bits of bacon or beef jerky strips all over the cake, or use the bacon bits to spell out "Happy Birthday". You may even put birthday candles on top of the cake.

Enjoy making this fabulous birthday cake recipe for a dog. Your pooch will surely have a great time eating this cake made especially for him.