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Old Fashioned Stuffed Cabbage Rolls make a delicious and healthy dinner for a cozy night in. This easy traditional Polish-style cabbage roll recipe is a healthy, gluten-free, and lower-carb comfort food dish your family is sure to love!

 Course Dinner

 Cuisine Polish

 Prep Time 30 minutes

 Cook Time 1 hour

 Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes

 Servings 6 servings

INGREDIENTS:

1 large head of cabbage green*

Tomato Sauce:

2 Tbsp. oil olive or avocado

1 cup sweet onion finely chopped, divided

2 cloves garlic crushed

15 oz. tomato sauce canned

15 oz. crushed tomatoes canned

1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

1 Tbsp. sugar optional

1 tsp. salt to taste

½ tsp. black pepper to taste

Filling:

1 lb. ground beef or turkey, uncooked*

1 cup rice cooked, white or brown*

½ cup sweet onion finely chopped, divided

1 clove garlic crushed

1 egg

1 tsp. salt

¼ tsp. black pepper

3 Tbsp. fresh parsley finely chopped

¼ tsp. paprika

⅛ tsp. cayenne pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Cut and remove about 1 inch from the bottom of the head of cabbage.

Place the entire head of cabbage into the pot of boiling water and boil for 4-5 minutes or until the leaves peel easily and are pliable. Remove the boiled head of cabbage from the pot and place on a dish towel to let drain.

Once cool to the touch, peel 12 cabbage leaves from the head, being careful not to tear them.

Tomato Sauce:

Add oil and chopped onion to a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion has softened. Add crushed garlic and continue sautéing for an additional minute.

Add in tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Stir to combine.

Increase heat to high and bring sauce to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes.

Cabbage Rolls:

Add all filling ingredients to a large bowl. Mash the ingredients together using a potato masher until well combined.

Place one cabbage leaf on a cutting board. Cut a V-shaped incision at the base of each leaf to remove the bottom 1-2 inches of the tough rib.

Add in about 3-4 tablespoons of the filling mixture into each leaf. Fold the right side of the leaf over the filling and then fold the left side over. Starting at the base, begin rolling the cabbage leaf up. Repeat the previous steps with the remaining filling and cabbage leafs.

Spray a large 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Pour in tomato sauce and spread it out along the bottom of the dish. Place cabbage rolls, seam-side-down, in two rows of six rolls. Cover the baking dish with a piece of aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 60-75 minutes.

Recipe Notes:

A medium-large head of green cabbage is recommended. Larger leaves are easier to fill up and then roll without them tearing.

Substitute with uncooked cauliflower rice if on a low-carb diet.

Can use 90/10 or 93/7 ground meat.

To Store: Seal leftover stuffed cabbage rolls in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-5 days.

EXPERT TIPS:

Soften it. Boiling an entire head of cabbage ensures you get the most number of leaves that are fully intact with no tears.

Get the right size. Make sure you choose a medium to large head of cabbage. This makes stuffing them with the filling MUCH easier.

Cut it out. Removing the rib from the base of each leaf helps the cabbage to become even more pliable and easier to roll.

Use the right tools. Mix the filling ingredients together first with a potato masher to ensure all of the meat is thoroughly mixed with the other ingredients.

Check for doneness. Use a meat thermometer to make sure the ground beef is cooked all of the way.

Shhhhhh! Worcestershire sauce is a secret ingredient that replaces the traditional vinegar found in other recipes.

Homemade Krispy Kremes Donut Holes

You might have to play with this recipe depending on elevation and humidity differences for different areas. I live in Colorado and use 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups of flour. Good luck! 🙂

Ingredients:

DONUT RECIPE:

3 Tbsp milk

3 Tbsp boiling water

1 tsp dry active yeast

1 1/2 c all purpose flour (you might need up to 2 cups of flour. depending on where you live) see note above

3 Tbsp sugar

1 egg, slightly beaten

2 Tbsp butter, cold to room temperature (do not melt)

dash of salt

enough oil to cover the bottom few inches of a wok, or a deep fryer.

GLAZE:

1/3 c cup butter

2 c confectioners’ sugar

1 1/2 tsp vanilla

4 Tbsp hot water or as needed

Directions:

1. In a large measuring bowl, combine the milk and boiling water. Add a teaspoon of the sugar and the yeast. Stir it gently, then leave it in a warm place for the yeast to activate. It will look foamy

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, the rest of the sugar, and the salt. Cut in the butter using your fingers or a pastry blender, until it resembles crumbs.

3. Add the egg and yeast mixture to the flour mix, and mix into a smooth dough. This usually takes about 5 minutes of mixing.

4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly-floured counter and knead for about 5 to 10 minutes—it should feel springy and little bubbles should form under the surface. Place it back in the bowl, cover with a cloth or plastic wrap, and let rise for about an hour until double in size.

5. Once risen, place the dough onto the counter and cut it into 4 pieces. One piece at a time, stretch it into a long rope about an inch to an inch and a half wide. Cut strips about an inch long, ball em up with your hands, and place them on a baking tray or wire rack to wait.Cover the donut holes with a cloth to rise. Cover the donut holes with a cloth to rise

6. Heat the oil to 375F. Place the donuts into the oil and fry until golden brown on each side, about 2 minutes. Only cook a few at a time so they don’t overcrowd and stick together.

7. Drain on a paper towel or wire rack over a cloth, before glazing them.

8. Combine ingredients for glaze. Dunk cooked donuts in warm glaze and place on paper towel or wire rack to dry. Reheat glaze if it cools too much. It needs to be warm while dunking donuts to get that yummy Krisp Kreme affect.

This sweet and fluffy condensed milk bread is a real showstopper! It’s deliciously buttery and just the right amount of sweet, which makes it perfect to balance out a strong cup of morning coffee. If you’re looking for an easy yet delicious sweet treat recipe, then this condensed milk bread will be sure to hit the spot! With just a few simple pantry ingredients—flour, egg, condensed milk, and butter—you can make this rich, sweet bread without a lot of hassle. The texture is light and soft, while the sweet flavor of the condensed milk makes it totally moreish!

What is Condensed Milk Bread?

Condensed milk bread is a homemade bread recipe made with simple pantry staples and one special ingredient… condensed milk! Inspired by Japanese milk bread, the condensed make creates a super fluffy, soft textured bread, that’s slightly sweet, without being too overpowering.

Tips

When it comes to baking, it’s best to do it by weight measurement. This means the flour will be measured more accurately and your bread will more likely be a success.

If you prefer the bread to have a chewy texture, use bread flour.

The dough will be sticky, so oil your hands to prevent it from sticking.

How To Serve Condensed Milk Bread

This bread tastes good on its own with a bit of butter. But you can also use it to make French toast or a sandwich.

How to Store Condensed Milk Bread

The condensed milk bread can be wrapped in plastic wrap and store it at room temperature for up to 3 days.

INGREDIENTS:

• WARM MILK: 240ml
• CONDENSED MILK: 75g
• EGG: 1
• SUGAR: 30g
• DRY YEAST: 7g
• FLOUR: 520g
• SALT: 1tsp
• BUTTER: 50g

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Whisk warm milk with sugar and condensed milk. Add the dry yeast and an egg, whisk again.
2. Add the dry ingredients (flour and salt) to the wet ingredients.
3. Mix the dough with the dough hooks until it comes together.
4. Add the softened butter and mix again with the dough hooks for 10 minutes. Set the dough aside to rest for one hour or until doubled in size.
5. Punch down the dough.
6. Cut ⅔ of the dough and roll it out into a 25×40 cm (10 x 16 inches) rectangle.
7. Roll the dough into a log and cut it into pieces.
8. Place pieces of dough into a prepared baking pan and set aside.
9. To make smaller buns, cut the remaining dough into smaller pieces, and place in small baking tins.
10. Set the buns aside for 1 hour.
11. Brush the top of each bun with egg wash before baking, then bake at 180°C/350°F for 25-30 minutes. For smaller buns, 20 minutes will be enough.
12. Whisk equal parts of butter and condensed milk. Brush buns with this mixture while they are still warm.
13. Remove from the baking molds when they have cooled completely.

 

 

This dish is assembled casserole-style and filled with the most irresistible mixture of seasoned ground beef and black beans, tortillas, sour cream, and plenty of melted cheese.

What Is Taco Lasagna?

Take everything there is to love about ground beef tacos — the browned ground beef kissed with warm spices, the tortillas, cheese, and salsa — and then borrow some inspiration from the ways you’d layer a lasagna, and you’ve got taco lasagna. 

This version of taco lasagna is layered with corn or flour tortillas (pick your favorite one!), seasoned ground beef and black beans mixed with salsa, lots of shredded cheese, and creamy sour cream. And of course, don’t forget the toppings! Any of your favorite taco toppings are fair game here. We especially love shredded romaine, chopped tomatoes, avocado, fresh cilantro, pickled jalapenos, and extra sour cream. 

What’s the Best Way to Reheat Taco Lasagna?

Taco lasagna is at its best when eaten right after it’s cooked. With that said, the leftovers (which will keep for a couple of days in the fridge) are still pretty amazing and reheat well. As taco lasagna sits, the sour cream layer will soak into the tortillas, and the tortillas will soften a little, but you’ll still get clean, layered slices.

For the best results, reheat taco lasagna in a covered baking dish in a 350℉ oven until heated through, 10 to 20 minutes. Total cook time will vary depending on how big the pieces are. Covering the baking dish with foil will prevent the lasagna from drying out. 

SERVES: 6 to 8

PREP: 20 minutes

COOK Time: 43 minutes to 45 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 (about 15-ounce) can black bean
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divide
• 1 pound lean ground bee
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (about 16-ounce) jar tomato salsa, divide
• 12 (8-inch) corn or flour tortillas, divide
• 16 ounces sour cream, divide
• 16 ounces shredded Mexican cheese blend (about 4 cups), divide

FOR SERVING (OPTIONAL)

• Shredded romaine lettuce
• Chopped tomatoes
• Fresh cilantro leave
• Sliced avocado
• Pickled jalapeño slice

INSTRUCTION:

1. Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 350℉
2. Dice 1 medium yellow onion (about 1 cup). Core, seed, and dice 1 medium red bell pepper (about 1 1/2 cups). Mince 2 garlic cloves. Drain and rinse 1 can black beans
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound lean ground beef and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the meat to a plate, then pour off any fat from the skillet
4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Return the beef and any accumulated juices to the skillet, add the black beans, and stir to combine.
5. Add 1 tablespoon chili powder, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes
6. Remove from skillet from the heat. Transfer 1/4 cup tomato salsa from a 16-ounce jar into a 9×13-inch baking dish, then pour the remaining salsa into the skillet and stir to combine
7. Assemble the lasagna: Spread the salsa out in the baking dish into a thin layer. Arrange 4 (8-inch) tortillas in a single layer on top of the salsa, overlapping them as needed. Dollop and spread 2/3 cup of the sour sour cream.
8. Spoon half of the meat mixture over the sour cream and spread in an even layer. Sprinkle with 1 1/3 cups of the shredded Mexican cheese blend
9. Repeat layering the following: 4 tortillas, 2/3 cup sour cream, the remaining meat mixture, and 1 1/3 cups shredded cheese. Top with the remaining 4 tortillas and remaining 2/3 cup sour cream. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 1/3 cups cheese
10. Bake uncovered until the cheese is melted and lightly browned, 30 minutes. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with the desired toppings

RECIPE NOTE:

Beef substitutions: Substitute an equal amount of plant-based meat alternative (like Beyond Beef or Impossible Burger), soyrizo, or crumbled tempeh for the ground beef

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a covered baking dish in the oven until heated through baking dish in the oven until heated through.

What’s the Best Way to Reheat Taco Lasagna?

Taco lasagna is at its best when eaten right after it’s cooked. With that said, the leftovers (which will keep for a couple of days in the fridge) are still pretty amazing and reheat well. As taco lasagna sits, the sour cream layer will soak into the tortillas, and the tortillas will soften a little, but you’ll still get clean, layered slices.

For the best results, reheat taco lasagna in a covered baking dish in a 350℉ oven until heated through, 10 to 20 minutes. Total cook time will vary depending on how big the pieces are. Covering the baking dish with foil will prevent the lasagna from drying out.

Baked King Crab – King crab is everyone’s favorite crustacean and this king crab recipe is baked with Sriracha lemon butter. The crab legs are so delicious!

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

2 lbs. king crab legs

1 stick unsalted butter room temperature and softened

1 teaspoon Sriracha

1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

1/2 tablespoon sugar

3 dashes smoked paprika and more for dusting

1 tablespoon chopped parsley and/or chives

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (207°C).

Cut the king crab legs into shorter segments using a pair of scissors. Cut the crab leg segments lengthwise to expose the crab meat. Alternatively, you can also cut the top part of the shell to expose the crab meat.

King Crab

Arrange the king crab legs in a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes. Cover with aluminum foil to avoid drying out the crab.

In the meantime, make the Sriracha Lemon Butter by whipping the softened butter with a whisk. Add the Sriracha, lemon juice and sugar, whisk to combine well. Set aside.

As soon as the crab is out of the oven, spoon the butter over the crab meat. Dust with more smoked paprika and garnish with chopped parsley and/or chives. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Info:

Serving: 4people | Calories: 388kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 1927mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g

Ingredients

•             1-14 ounce package of golden oreos, crushed in processor
•             ⅓ cup butter, salted and melted
•             1 tbsp for preparing the pan
•             8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temp
•             ¾ cup white sugar
•             16 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed
•             2 small boxes of Cheesecake flavored instant pudding mix
•             3 cups whole milk
•             2 large cans of cherry pie filling
•             1 cup chopped pecans or chopped walnuts

Instructions

• Butter the inside of a 9×13 baking dish and set to the side
• Crush the cookies until small crumbs form
• Add the melted butter and pulse until combined
• Place the cookie mix into the bottom of the baking dish, press down and make the layer as even as possible
• Place the crust into the freezer for 10 minutes while you make the filling.
• In a bowl beat together the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and 1 cup of the whipped topping.
• Mix until smooth
• Spread this mixture over the cookie crust and place back into the freezer for another 10 minutes
• In another bowl combine the 2 packages of pudding mix, the milk and ½ cup of whipped topping mix. Using a whisk, whisk until it begins to thicken
• Spread the pudding over the chilled cream cheese layer, smooth evenly and chill for 30 minutes or until the pudding is set
• After 30 minutes, pour the Cherry pie filling over the pudding layer very carefully so as to not mix layers together
• Carefully spread the remaining whipped topping over the entire dessert
• Top with chopped pecans and chill for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
• Enjoy!