Crispy plantain chips are very popular in Africa, Latin America, and other parts of the world. They're not only a delicious snack but also a great ingredient for dishes, adding...
Summer Recipes
While Hawaiian pizza is considered exotic, the salty-sweet combination of pineapple and ham has quite a following. This recipe is perfect for camping, provided you have a cast-iron...
This tropical ice cream may be dairy-free, but it's still smooth and creamy thanks to the coconut cream. Note that this recipe uses coconut...
If you have a pizza stone, make the most of it! It produces not only delicious pizza, but also meat and vegetables. Make sure your stone is grill-safe, and at your next party...
Planter's punch is an American cocktail of rum, citrus, sugar, and spices that was invented in the late 19th century, but its origins remain unclear. Although some claim to have created it...
Swap corn chips for thin slices of crispy baguette and give this appetizer an Italian twist. Tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella, fragrant basil… This pizza-flavored appetizer is perfect...
Transform a large pineapple into a stunning keg for your tropical cocktail. Freeze the pineapple pulp and then make a Piña Colada with it. Insert a spigot into the pineapple keg, fill it with the cocktail, and...
The combination of canned and dried pineapple in this cheesecake's topping not only enhances the flavor, but also provides additional texture that contrasts beautifully against the delicate...
These adorable cookies look like miniature plum tarts and are assembled in much the same way: circles are cut out of shortcrust pastry, fruit is added to the center, and everything is covered...
These breakfast sandwiches taste like they're straight off the grill at a diner, but with the added bonus of a smoky grilled flavor. And since all the ingredients are cooked on a single pizza stone, you get...
This salsa is made using a technique popular in Mexican cuisine: roasting vegetables until they blacken, which adds more flavor and aroma to the sauce. Roast chili peppers and tomatillos...
Cook a delicious breakfast over a campfire with potatoes, bacon, cheese, and fried eggs. For this, you'll need a cast-iron sandwich maker. Heat it before adding the potato mixture, and the sandwich...
This sponge roll is reminiscent of a tropical getaway with its appearance and flavor. Fresh pineapple is filled with maraschino cherry cream, wrapped in a fluffy coconut sponge, and topped with a soft...
If you're throwing a Mexican-themed party, the centerpiece should be this cake, shaped like a vibrant piñata, a staple of Mexican celebrations. For ease of preparation, use...
The ever-popular double-patty burger gets a Southern twist in this recipe. Two thin, grilled patties, seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, are topped with melting cheddar cheese and layered with...
If you need to use up leftover pickle brine, this recipe is a great solution. Because the brine is already infused with flavor and aroma, it's perfect for pickling ready-made...
These adorable truffles are made not from chocolate, but from sponge cake (almost like cake pops!) and are filled with the delicious tropical flavor of coconut and pineapple. For this recipe, use store-bought pound cake...
Quick pickled vegetables are a great appetizer to have on hand for your next meal or drink. Who can resist the savory taste of pickled garlic or carrots? Just chop the vegetables...
This recipe makes the Brazilian Caipirinha, a cocktail made with cachaça, lime, and sugar, even more tropical: simply replace the lime juice with fresh pineapple! Add plenty of mint, and enjoy!
The star of this recipe is tapenade, a French olive accompaniment that's added to the meatball filling and served as a dip. The meatballs are simmered in a light tomato sauce and turn out very...
A crown of real pineapple leaves gives this cake a realistic look, but underneath it lies not a juicy fruit, but a gorgeous, moist sponge cake layered with vanilla icing. To give the cake its shape...
The popular Italian pasta penne alla vodka meets a Bloody Mary in this flavorful tomato and vodka dish with celery, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce. By igniting the alcohol in a frying pan,...
This Margarita recipe for a large crowd uses the perfect proportions of tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and sugar, so you don't have to mix up a single shot for everyone...
Who can resist this sweet and spicy blend of tender ground beef, raisins, almonds, and olives on soft potato buns with garlic mayonnaise? Picadillo is a ground meat dish popular in...
Keep this tried-and-true guacamole recipe on hand for a delicious and healthy party appetizer ready in minutes. You can adjust the spiciness by adding more...
Pina Colada lovers will be delighted by the tropical flavor of this cake. Pineapple-soaked vanilla layers are layered with homemade coconut-pineapple jam, then the entire cake...
This appetizer is for serious spicy lovers. Ripe red jalapeños are filled with a mixture of cream cheese and pickled pimento peppers and baked in the oven. To make the appetizer look...
Heavy broccoli stalks are often unfairly discarded, leaving only the beautiful florets for cooking, unaware of how delicious they can be cooked. One of the easiest recipes for overweight...
These French toasts are perfect for a picnic if you have a cast-iron sandwich maker, and the ingredients won't take up valuable space in your cooler. Replace the eggs with bananas, and...
Transform ordinary ice cream into a festive dessert by garnishing it with red and white chocolate icing to match the color of Christmas candy canes. Top the ice cream with crushed peppermint candies and...
Philadelphians never stop debating whether Pat's King of Steaks or Geno's Steaks makes the best cheesesteak sandwich. Pat Olivieri is credited with inventing this thinly sliced...
This large roll is packed with all the flavors and textures of the popular Philly Cheesesteak sandwich, with the only difference being that you don't have to assemble a sandwich for every guest. Just...
The iconic cheesesteak, one of America's most popular sandwiches, takes on a new form in this recipe. Breadboxes are like bread bowls, only more convenient and quicker. They'll have everything you need...
The star of this vegetable stew isn't the eggplant, traditional for Sicilian caponata, but the bell pepper. Roast it until blackened, then remove the charred skin, toss the tender peppers with raisins,...
Enjoy the combination of savory and sweet in this pizza with pepperoni sausage and spicy pickled peppers. Hot honey enhances their savory flavor while adding a touch of...
If canned tuna is your main ingredient today, make it into an elegant dinner that's even perfect for serving to guests. It's a great alternative to tuna salad (goodbye...
This ice cream cake will delight everyone with its classic combination of peanut butter and jam, and its base is made with fluffy Angel Food sponge cake. Use store-bought sponge cake, and you won't have to...
Breakfast cereal desserts are simple, delicious, and crunchy. Kids love them, and older kids can make them themselves, as the recipe requires no baking. These crispy, sweet-and-savory bars...
The classic Melba dessert is made with heat-treated peaches and raspberry puree. This is a simpler, summery version. Ripe, juicy peaches are served with vanilla yogurt ice cream...
Delight your loved ones with these delicious peach-themed cakes, which look just like ripe peaches. They're filled with peach custard on the inside and coated with sugar on the outside, creating a velvety...
These adorable cupcakes are packed with all the flavors and textures of summer peach cobbler. Peach slices are baked into the moist, fragrant cupcake, topped with a light, fluffy...
Even a beginner can make this simple cheesecake: instead of a crust, simply line the bottom of the pan with gingersnaps, top with cream cheese filling, and bake. Peach...
This fridge cake is a baklava lover's dream come true. It features the familiar combination of honey and pistachios, along with juicy peaches. The cake requires no baking, but it does need to set well in...
There's something inexplicably pleasant and addictive about this elegant, gluten-free dessert. It's crispy yet tender and sweet. The meringue is whipped with powdered sugar, creating...
Peach cobbler has never been easier to make! This is a no-fuss, no-dish pie. Instead of cake mix, we use store-bought corn muffin mix, which...
Enjoy the combination of rye whiskey and sweet peach nectar in this refreshing cocktail. Add frozen peaches to nibble on, mint, and lemon juice, and...
How to Have an Indoor Picnic
Summer weather can be unpredictable, but don't let it ruin your picnic! Whether you're facing a thunderstorm or extreme heat, these ideas will help you and your loved ones.
This unique appetizer is made with all the ingredients of a classic Reuben sandwich: thinly sliced beef, melty cheese, sauerkraut, and a flavorful dressing of mayonnaise, ketchup, and horseradish.
Make a quick chocolate pudding mix, pour it over chia seeds, then simply let it set overnight in the fridge for a thick, delicious pudding perfect for breakfast...
Cook latkes in the oven and you'll save a lot of time and oil. They'll be crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and lower in calories than pan-fried latkes. In...























































