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Air Fried Pepperoni Crisps

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INGREDIENTS 12 slices sandwich style pepperoni 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ¼ cup parmesan cheese plus more for sprinkling ⅛ cup seasoned breadcrumbs cooking oil spray INSTRUCTIONS  Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Spray lightly with olive oil and sprinkle on parmesan cheese to lightly cover the parchment paper. Lay the pepperoni over the parmesan cheese. Combine the breadcrumbs, ¼ cup of […]

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Hot Chocolate Charcuterie

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INGREDIENTS 1 cup milk chocolate chips 1 cup white chocolate chips 1 cup  white and blue swirled Frozen morseles 12 oz jumbo marshmallows 4 oz mini marshmallows 2 cups  milk chocolate peppermint pretzels 7 oz lebkuchen glazed gingebread cookies 20 mini canddy canes 8 oz  chocolate nonpareils 10  cinnamon imperials 3 chocolate covered peanuts 10 oz  peppermint bark squares INSTRUCTIONS  Fill small holiday shaped bowls with milk chocolate chips and […]

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Kids Christmas Charcuterie Board

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INGREDIENTS 1 lb strawberries 5 oz raspberries 1 package genoa salami 1 package pepperoni slices 8 oz mozzarella slices 8 oz white cheddar cubes 1 jar mini dill pickles 4 sliced kiwis ½ pint cherry or grape tomatoes ½ pound broccoli florets ½ cup white chocolate chips 1 package m&m’s INSTRUCTIONS  Arrange serving bowls on your board. Place in opposite corners so they are separated by diagonal lines. Arrange foods around the bowls first, then fill in the […]

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Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Croissant Ring

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INGREDIENTS 8 slices bacon 8 eggs 1 croissant package (8 individual croissants) 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 tablespoon milk everything bagel seasoning salt and pepper to taste INSTRUCTIONS  Bake bacon according to package, generally 12-17 minutes at 375°. While bacon cooks, scramble salt and peppered eggs until almost finished (they will continue to cook in the oven). Arrange croissant pieces on […]

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Mint Chocolate Cheesecake with Oreo Crust

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INGREDIENTS For Crust 1 ½ cups oreo cookies crushed, without the cream ⅓ cup butter melted ¼ cup white sugar For Cheesecake 32 oz cream cheese softened 1 ⅓ cups white sugar 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 1 cup white chocolate chips melted 4 tbsps creme de menthe liqueur *see notes for non-alcoholic substitution 4 eggs room temperature INSTRUCTIONS  Preheat the oven to 350° Fahrenheit. Place a small pan filled with 1 inch of water at the bottom of […]

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Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Sticks

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INGREDIENTS For The Pizza Sticks 1 can of pizza dough 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ½ cup pizza sauce 40 pepperoni slices For The Parmesan Garlic Sauce ¼ cup butter 3 minced garlic cloves ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon parsley Parmesan cheese, to sprinkle INSTRUCTIONS  Preheat the oven to 400° F (or temperature indicated on your pizza dough instructions). Roll dough onto a lightly floured surface and cut […]

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Tortellini with Tomato Spinach Cream Sauce

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INGREDIENTS 16 oz tortellini 1 can diced tomatoes 28 oz, with juices 1 cup fresh spinach chopped 2 garlic cloves minced 2 teaspoon basil dried ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 1 ½ cups whole milk or a combination of heavy cream and milk 2 tablespoon butter* 2 tablespoon flour ¼ cup Parmesan cheese INSTRUCTIONS  Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the tortellini until they rise (about 4 minutes). Drain. Hint: cover the water as it heats […]

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Mexican Chilaquiles Rojos

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INGREDIENTS ⅔ cup red enchilada sauce ½ cup beef broth ½ cup sweet corn ½ cup black beans 4 oz corn tortilla chips about 3 cups ¾ cup Mexican or cheddar cheese shredded 4 eggs ½ red onion sliced 2 tablespoon cilantro fresh or lightly dried INSTRUCTIONS  Air Fryer Method Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Combine the red enchilada sauce, black beans, and corn in an 8 inch cast iron skillet or oven safe […]

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Instant Pot Mini Cheesecakes

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INGREDIENTS For Cheesecake Filling 16 ounces cream cheese softened ½ cup sugar 2 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 eggs at room temperature For Crust (optional) 1 cup graham crackers crushed 2 tablespoon butter melted 1 tablespoon white sugar INSTRUCTIONS  Make the crust (if using) by crushing the graham crackers and mixing with the sugar and melted butter. Press 1-2 tablespoon down into the jars if putting at the bottom or reserve […]

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Baked Mini Potatoes

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INGREDIENTS 1 ½ lbs mini potatoes washed and dried ¼ cup olive oil 2 tablespoon coarse sea salt optional Optional Toppings 1 cup sour cream ½ cup chives ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded ½ cup bacon bits INSTRUCTIONS  Oven Baked Method Preheat the oven to 350°F. Put oil in a small bowl and sprinkle salt on a small plate. Leaving potatoes whole, dip in olive oil and roll in salt. Place on […]