One Bowl Chocolate Banana Muffins

One Bowl Chocolate Banana Muffins  Prep time 18 mins Cook time 17 mins Total time 35 mins Recipe by: Fork Knife Swoon Yield: 12 Muffins Ingredients 2 medium bananas (about 1 cup), over-ripe 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 1 large egg 1/2 cup canola oil 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (or sub 2% dairy milk) 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1 tbsp (packed) light brown sugar 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (look for dutch-processed) 1/2 tsp sea salt 1-1/8 tsp baking soda 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup miniature chocolate chips (bittersweet or semisweet) Instructions Preheat the oven … Continue reading One Bowl Chocolate Banana Muffins

Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins Recipe By:Noni “Chocolate and bananas, two great tastes that go together!” Ingredients 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas 2/3 cup sunflower seed oil 1 egg, beaten 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup white sugar 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Directions Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin. In a medium bowl blend the banana, oil, egg and vanilla together. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder and salt. … Continue reading Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

Grandma’s Hong Shau Rou (Red Braised Pork)

Grandma’s Hong Shau Rou (Red Braised Pork) Recipe By:ChinaWallace “I have been reading about this traditional Chinese dish on the Internet and found there are many different versions of it. Some are spicy, incorporating chile and ginger. Others have the spices of star anise, cinnamon, and lots of garlic added too. The recipe my grandma passed on to us here is the garlicky one. Garnish with some chopped spring onions or cilantro and serve with steamed white rice or buns. I like to serve a side dish of pickled cucumber slices with the pork and this tanginess brings another dimension … Continue reading Grandma’s Hong Shau Rou (Red Braised Pork)

Siopao (Filipino Steamed Dumplings)

Siopao (Filipino Steamed Dumplings) Prep 45 m Cook 30 m Ready In 1 h 55 m Recipe By:MCCACJ “Warning – this recipe is not easy, but well worth the effort. This is a Filipino dish with Chinese roots. A steamed, almost sweet, yeasty bun filled with delicious chicken filling can also be made with shredded pork. You will need a bamboo steamer.” Ingredients 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water 1/4 cup white sugar 4 1/2 cups rice flour, divided 1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening, divided 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1 large onion, diced 1 clove garlic, … Continue reading Siopao (Filipino Steamed Dumplings)

Chinese Steamed Buns with Meat Filling

Chinese Steamed Buns with Meat Filling Prep 50 m Cook 30 m Ready In 4 h Recipe By:Carol chi-wa Chung “This Chinese Steamed Bun recipe has a meat and vegetable filling. The filling is best if allowed to rest in the refrigerator overnight. Use meat that is half fat and half flesh for the most tender filling. A wok equipped with a stainless steel steam plate, a plate with holes to allow steam to pass, is required to make these tasty buns.” Ingredients 8 ounces chopped pork 1 (4 ounce) can shrimp, drained and chopped 1 teaspoon salt 2 green … Continue reading Chinese Steamed Buns with Meat Filling

Homemade Hamburger Buns

Homemade Hamburger Buns Cook 15 m Ready In 3 h 45 m Ingredients 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast (such as Fleischmann’s ActiveDry Yeast(R)) 1 pound all-purpose flour, or as needed – divided 1 cup warm water (105 degrees F/41 degrees C) 1 large egg 3 tablespoons butter, melted 3 tablespoons white sugar 1 1/4 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 egg, beaten 1 tablespoon milk 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, or as needed Directions Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Place yeast into bowl of a large stand mixer; whisk in 1/2 cup … Continue reading Homemade Hamburger Buns

Garlic-Herb Butter Drop Biscuits

Garlic-Herb Butter Drop Biscuits Prep 15 m Cook 15 m Ready In 30 m Recipe By:slyorkie “Excellent drop biscuits made with lots of real butter, garlic, and herbs!” Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 2 teaspoons white sugar 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/3 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chilled unsalted butter, cut into cubes 1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 1 cup cold whole milk 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees … Continue reading Garlic-Herb Butter Drop Biscuits

Cheese Drop Biscuits

Cheese Drop Biscuits Prep 15 m Cook 15 m Ready In 30 m Recipe By:Christa “These are easy, fast, and very tasty. Great for a little extra for supper or camping trips.” Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon dried chives 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup shortening 3/4 cup milk 1/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese Directions Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet. In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, chives, garlic salt and salt. Cut in the shortening until the mixture … Continue reading Cheese Drop Biscuits

Uncle Bill’s Hot Water Cornbread

Uncle Bill’s Hot Water Cornbread Prep 10 m Cook 15 m Ready In 25 m Recipe By:QueenE “My uncle Bill’s recipe for a quick, no-bake cornbread.” Ingredients 3 tablespoons oil 1 cup water 1 cup yellow cornmeal 1 dash seasoned salt Directions Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Place cornmeal in a bowl. Slowly pour boiling water into the cornmeal; stir until smooth. Mix seasoned salt into the batter. Drop batter with a spoon into the hot oil. Fry until edges are brown, about 5 minutes; flip over … Continue reading Uncle Bill’s Hot Water Cornbread

Grandma’s Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Grandma’s Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Prep 15 m Cook 30 m Ready In 45 m Recipe By:C. N. “My gramma used to bake cakes and pies during the Depression and my grampa would sell them door-to-door and on the street corners to support them during that awful time. This is one of my favorites.” Ingredients 1/3 cup butter 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 8 pineapple rings 8 pecan halves 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1/4 cup pineapple juice Directions Melt butter in a 9-inch cast iron skillet over medium … Continue reading Grandma’s Pineapple Upside-Down Cake