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Microwave Cinnamon Apples

Microwave cinnamon apples topped with a dollop of creamy vanilla ice cream, sprinkled with cinnamon for a warm, comforting dessert.

Microwave Cinnamon Apples – Do you ever get those random cravings for something sweet, warm, and a little nostalgic? That’s exactly how this recipe was born for me. One chilly afternoon, I was staring at a couple of apples sitting on the counter, looking very uninspired. Apple pie crossed my mind, but who has time […]

Hungarian Goulash

A vibrant pot of Hungarian goulash with tender beef, golden potatoes, and colorful bell peppers, garnished with fresh parsley.

Hungarian Goulash – Let me take you back to one of my favorite memories: a chilly autumn evening, wandering the streets of Budapest, and stumbling into this tiny, no-frills restaurant. The kind of place where the chairs creak and the menu’s handwritten. I ordered Hungarian Goulash because, well, I thought it was just a stew. […]

Butternut Sausage Tortellini Soup

A close-up of a comforting bowl of soup featuring tortellini, sausage, and chunks of butternut squash garnished with fresh parsley.

Butternut Sausage Tortellini Soup – You know those recipes that kind of sneak up on you? This Butternut Sausage Tortellini Soup was one of those happy accidents. It all started on a chilly Saturday when I was rummaging through the fridge, staring at some random leftovers: half a butternut squash, an apple that was probably […]

Russian Chicken Meatball Soup

A close-up view of hearty chicken meatball soup with chunks of potatoes, vibrant carrots, and fresh herbs in a light broth.

Russian Chicken Meatball Soup – When I think about comfort food, this Russian chicken meatball soup is always the first thing that pops into my mind. It’s like a little culinary hug that makes everything feel okay, even on the toughest days. My mom used to make this soup, and let me tell you—no one […]

Chicken Gnocchi Soup

A creamy bowl of soup loaded with tender gnocchi, shredded chicken, fresh spinach, and diced carrots, perfect for cozy evenings.

Chicken Gnocchi Soup – You know those meals that just feel like a warm hug? This chicken gnocchi soup is that for me. It all started during one of those cold, dreary evenings when I couldn’t decide between ordering takeout or trying something new in the kitchen. My husband, bless his eternal optimism, suggested I […]

Irish Potato Soup

A close-up of a bowl of Irish potato soup featuring diced potatoes, fresh parsley, and a sprinkle of black pepper.

Irish Potato Soup – You ever have one of those meals that take you straight back to a specific moment? That’s what Irish potato soup does for me. I still remember sitting at my grandma’s kitchen table, watching her stir a big pot of soup on the stove. She didn’t use a recipe—just a pinch […]

Shrimp and Corn Bisque

A steaming bowl of creamy bisque garnished with plump shrimp, sweet corn, and fresh parsley.

Shrimp and Corn Bisque – Do you ever taste something that just sticks with you? Like, years later, you still think about it and try to recreate it in your kitchen? That’s exactly how I feel about this shrimp and corn bisque. I had it for the first time at a little restaurant during a […]