Wisdom Of The Past

This Red Hots Instant Pot Cheesecake is a tasty and spicy take on regular cheesecake. It's the perfect sweet and sour treat for Valentine's Day. Ingredients: 2 cups crushed graham crackers 1/2 cup melted butter 4 packages 32 oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup sugar 4 large eggs 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup Red Hots candies, crushed Instructions: Crush graham crackers and melt butter together in a bowl To make the crust, press it into the bottom of a springform pan Cream cheese and sugar should be mixed together in a large bowl until they are smooth Slowly add the eggs, making sure to mix well after each one Add the vanilla extract and sour cream and mix well Add broken up Red Hots candies to the cheesecake batter and mix them in well Place the crust in the springform pan and pour the batter over it Put foil over the pan Set the...

Indulge in the heavenly combination of sweet, salty, and creamy with this delightful Pineapple Pretzel Parfait. Perfect for those living on Cloud Nine! Ingredients: 1 cup crushed pretzels 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups whipped topping 1 can 20 oz crushed pineapple, drained 1 cup mini marshmallows 1/2 cup shredded coconut Instructions: Crush the pretzels and mix them with melted butter and sugar in a bowl To make the crust, press into the bottom of serving glasses Cream cheese should be beat in a different bowl until it's smooth Mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until everything is well mixed Add the whipped topping and mix it in until it's all light and fluffy In the serving glasses, put the cream cheese mixture on top of ...

These smoky maple glazed ribs are the epitome of Fourth of July barbecue perfection. The combination of sweet maple syrup, savory soy sauce, and a hint of smokiness creates a flavor explosion that will leave your guests craving more. Ingredients: 2 racks of baby back ribs 1 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat around 375F / 190C In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to create the glaze Place the racks of ribs on the preheated grill and cook for 15 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking Brush the ribs generously with the smoky maple glaze, coating both sides Continue grilling for an ad...

Italian sausage, rich tomato sauce, and three kinds of cheese come together in skillet baked stuffed rigatoni to make a hearty and comforting dish. It's simple to make and great for a cozy dinner during the week or a get-together with family and friends. Ingredients: 1 lb rigatoni pasta 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes 1 cup ricotta cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil leaves for garnish Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes Add Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 8 minut...

A refreshing and creamy vegan milkshake bursting with the flavors of blueberries and banana. Ingredients: 1 cup frozen blueberries 1 ripe banana 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: In a blender, mix all the ingredients together Mix until it's creamy and smooth Check the sweetness and make changes as needed Pour into glasses and serve right away

Creamy Potato Stacks are a tasty side dish or appetizer made with thinly sliced potatoes and a rich, flavorful cream mixture. They are simple to make and look great with any meal. A great way to impress guests. Ingredients: 4 large potatoes, thinly sliced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Warm the oven up to 190C 375F Heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, thyme leaves, salt, and pepper should all be mixed together in a bowl In a muffin tin, arrange thinly sliced potatoes so that each slice just touches the one below it Make sure each stack of potatoes is covered with the cream mixture as you pour it over them Place foil over the muffin tin and bake for 30 minutes Take off the foil and bake the potatoes for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are soft and t...

This cocktail is cool and refreshing, with flavors of fresh apples and elderflower that make you think of fall. Ingredients: 1 5 oz apple cider 1 oz vodka 0 5 oz elderflower liqueur Club soda Apple slices and thyme sprigs for garnish Instructions: Fill a glass with ice Pour apple cider, vodka, and elderflower liqueur over the ice Top off with club soda Stir gently to combine Garnish with apple slices and thyme sprigs Enjoy!

Experience the perfect blend of sweet, smoky, and spicy with this Slow Cooked Pork Shoulder featuring apricots, cinnamon, and chipotle. Tender and flavorful, this dish is a delightful addition to your slow cooker repertoire. Ingredients: 2 5 kg pork shoulder, bone-in 1 cup dried apricots 1 large onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup apricot preserves 2 cinnamon sticks 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish Instructions: It's time to cook the pork shoulder Add cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker Put in chicken broth, chopped onion, minced garlic, dried apricots, cinnamon sticks, and minced chipotle peppers Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or until the pork is soft enough to cut ...

Start your day with these wholesome Zucchini Breakfast Cookies that are packed with grated zucchini, ripe banana, nut butter, and oats. They're a perfect combination of flavors and textures to give you a nutritious boost in the morning. Ingredients: 1 cup grated zucchini 1 ripe banana, mashed 1/4 cup nut butter e g , almond butter 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups rolled oats 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 cup chocolate chips or raisins optional Instructions: Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet Grate the zucchini and mix it with the mashed banana, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a bowl Put the baking soda, ground cinnamon, and rolled oats in the bowl Mix the ingredients together well until they are all mixed in You can add chocolate chips or raisins f...