Vinegret Russian Beet Salad with Potatoes

Vinegret Russian Beet Salad is a colorful and tasty dish made with soft vegetables and a sour dressing. Adding potatoes changes the texture and makes it filling, making it great for a meal or as a hearty side dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium potatoes, boiled and diced
• 2 medium beets, boiled and diced
• 1 large carrot, boiled and diced
• 1/2 cup canned peas, drained
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 dill pickles, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Let the carrots, potatoes, and beets boil until they are soft

Let them cool down, then peel and cut them up

Dice the potatoes, beets, carrot, peas, onion, and dill pickles and put them in a large bowl

Pour apple cider vinegar and olive oil over the salad

Add salt and pepper to taste

Toss everything together gently until it's all well mixed

Put it in the fridge for at least an hour before serving so the flavors can mix

Serve cold as a light meal or side dish to cool you down

Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies

These delicious salted chocolate chip cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. The flaky sea salt complements the rich chocolate flavors, making each bite a delectable treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional
• Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions:

Before you start cooking, heat the oven to 375F 190C

Put the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl and cream them together until they are light and fluffy

Adding the eggs one at a time and mixing them in is the next step

Mix the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a different bowl

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix them together until they are just combined

You can add chocolate chips and chopped nuts, if you want

Round tablespoons of dough should be dropped onto baking sheets that have not been greased, leaving about 2 inches between each one

Add a little flaky sea salt to top of each ball of cookie dough

After the oven is hot, bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown

Take the cookies out of the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets

Then, move them to wire racks to cool completely

Gingerbread Caramel Corn

A delightful holiday treat, Gingerbread Caramel Corn combines the sweet crunch of caramel corn with the warm, comforting flavors of gingerbread. It's ideal for fun get-togethers and warm evenings by the fireplace.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions:

Set oven temperature to 250F 120C

Use your favorite method to pop the popcorn kernels and reserve them in a big bowl

Melt butter in a saucepan over a medium heat

Add salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and molasses

Stirring constantly, bring the mixture to a boil and then leave it there for four minutes without stirring

After turning off the heat, stir in the baking soda until the mixture foams

After adding caramel mixture to popcorn, toss to coat evenly

Arrange the coated popcorn on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet

Bake for 45 minutes in a preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes to make sure the coating is uniform

Take out of the oven and allow to cool down fully

Any big clumps should be broken up and stored in an airtight container

Savor your Caramel Corn with Gingerbread!

Seared Tuna Tostadas

These Seared Tuna Tostadas are bursting with fresh flavors and textures, making them the perfect appetizer or light meal. The combination of marinated tuna, creamy avocado, crisp tostada shells, and vibrant mango salsa creates a delightful culinary experience.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz sushi-grade tuna
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/4 cup diced cucumber
• 1/4 cup diced mango
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 8 tostada shells
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions:

Put honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and sesame oil in a bowl

This is the marinade

Cut the tuna into thin strips and dip them in the sauce

For 15 minutes, let it sit

Place the pan on high heat

Now add the tuna that has been marinated

Sear it for 30 seconds on each side

Take it off the heat and let it cool down a bit

In a different bowl, mix the mango, red onion, avocado, and cilantro that have been diced

Add pepper and salt to taste

Put some of the avocado mixture on top of each tostada shell

Tear the tuna into thin slices and put them on top of the avocado mix

Add sesame seeds as a garnish

Serve right away and enjoy!

Sheet Pan Pizza with No-Yeast Crust

This Sheet Pan Pizza with No-Yeast Crust is a quick and easy way to satisfy your pizza cravings. The no-yeast crust is simple to make, and you can customize the toppings to your liking. It's perfect for a family dinner or a casual get-together with friends.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives
• 1/2 cup sliced red onions
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 425F 220C

In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt

Add the milk and olive oil to the dry ingredients, and mix until a dough forms

Press the dough evenly onto a greased sheet pan, forming the pizza crust

Spread the pizza sauce over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce

Top the pizza with sliced pepperoni, bell peppers, black olives, and red onions

Sprinkle dried oregano and dried basil over the toppings

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing

Serve hot, and enjoy your delicious homemade sheet pan pizza!

Hungarian Beef Goulash

There is a hearty and tasty stew called Hungarian Beef Goulash that is made with tender beef, onions, garlic, and paprika. This traditional Hungarian dish is great for cold weather and shows off the country's rich flavors.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef chuck, cubed
• 2 onions, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

Put olive oil in a big pot and heat it over medium-low heat

Add the garlic and onions and cook until they get soft

Put in the beef cubes and brown them all over

Add the tomato paste, paprika, and caraway seeds and mix them in

Add bay leaves and beef broth

Add pepper and salt

Bring it to a simmer, then turn down the heat and cover it

Stir the sauce every so often for two hours, or until the beef is soft and the sauce has thickened

Charcuterie Extravaganza

Create a wow-worthy centerpiece for your food table with this delicious charcuterie extravaganza. Perfect for entertaining and sharing with friends and family, this spread features a delightful assortment of cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and condiments that will impress your guests.

Ingredients:

• 200g Prosciutto
• 150g Salami
• 150g Chorizo
• 100g Brie cheese
• 100g Manchego cheese
• 100g Gouda cheese
• 100g Grapes
• 100g Cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup Mixed olives
• 1/2 cup Roasted almonds
• 1/4 cup Fig jam
• 1/4 cup Honey
• Crackers and baguette slices for serving

Instructions:

As the center of your table, place a big platter made of wood or marble

First, fold and stack the slices of Prosciutto, Salami, and Chorizo in a creative way

The Brie, Manchego, and Gouda cheeses should be cut into small pieces and placed around the platter

To add color and flavor, put clusters of grapes, cherry tomatoes, and mixed olives in different places

Put roasted almonds on the platter and small bowls of fig jam and honey next to them

Lastly, put different kinds of crackers and baguette slices around the charcuterie so that people can dip and spread it

Let your guests mix and match the ingredients to make their own flavor combinations