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Blackberry Fizz Martini

This Blackberry Fizz Martini is a fruity and refreshing drink that's great for any event. When you mix blackberry vodka, fresh lemon juice, and muddled blackberries, you get a bright and tasty drink that will impress your guests. Ingredients: 2 oz blackberry vodka 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 oz simple syrup 4-5 fresh blackberries Splash of club soda Ice cubes Lemon twist, for garnish Instructions: In a cocktail shaker, muddle the blackberries with lemon juice and simple syrup Add blackberry vodka and ice cubes to the shaker Shake well until thoroughly chilled Strain the mixture into a martini glass Top with a splash of club soda Garnish with a lemon twist Serve immediately and enjoy!

Perfect Homemade Pizza Dough

This recipe will show you how to make the best pizza dough at home. You can make a tasty pizza crust that's crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with just a few simple ingredients and some time to let it rise. Ingredients: 3 1/4 cups 390g all-purpose flour 2 1/4 teaspoons 1 packet active dry yeast 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 1/4 cups 296ml lukewarm water 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon sugar Instructions: Warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast should all be mixed together in a bowl Allow it to sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it foams up Mix the flour and kosher salt into the yeast Mix until you get a dough For about 5 minutes, knead the dough on a floured surface until it's smooth and springy Put the dough in a bowl and coat it with olive oil It should double in size after one to two hours Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise War...

Eggnog Marshmallows

These homemade eggnog marshmallows will raise the ante on your holiday confections. They're festive, fluffy, and ideal for holiday desserts like hot cocoa. Ingredients: 3 packets of unflavored gelatin 1/2 cup cold water 2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup eggnog 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Powdered sugar, for dusting Instructions: Mix the gelatin with 1/2 cup of cold water in a mixing bowl Give it ten minutes to soften Place the corn syrup, granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of water in a medium-sized saucepan Stir until the sugar dissolves over a medium heat source Next, dip a candy thermometer into the concoction Cook the sugar mixture until it reaches the soft-ball stage, which is 240F 115C, without stirring In a separate saucepan, slowly reheat the eggnog while the sugar m...

Smoky Coffee BBQ Spice Rub

This coffee-infused BBQ spice rub will make your grilled or roasted meats taste even better. It gives your favorite foods a new taste. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons finely ground coffee 2 tablespoons smoked paprika 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon sea salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine finely ground coffee, smoked paprika, brown sugar, sea salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper Stir the ingredients together until well combined, ensuring there are no lumps Transfer the smoky coffee BBQ spice rub to an airtight container for storage To use, generously coat your meat such as ribs, chicken, or steak with the spice rub before grilling or roasting Allow it to sit for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors in...

Potato Chips Herbs Salad

Crispy potato chips, fresh herbs, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese make up this Potato Chips Herbs Salad. A tangy vinaigrette dressing brings it all together. This salad is easy to make and quick. It's great for a light lunch or a cool side dish. Ingredients: 2 cups potato chips 1 cup mixed fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, and chives, chopped 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Put the potato chips, mixed fresh herbs, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese in a large bowl Put the olive oil and red wine vinegar in a small bowl and mix them together with a whisk Add pepper and salt to taste Pour the dressing over the salad and toss it gently to make sure that all the ingredients are covered in the dressing...

Slow Cooker Summer Fruit Compote

This Slow Cooker Summer Fruit Compote is a delightful blend of seasonal fruits cooked slowly with honey, lemon juice, and warm spices. It's perfect for topping yogurt, oatmeal, or ice cream, or enjoyed on its own as a refreshing summer treat. Ingredients: 4 cups mixed summer fruits such as berries, peaches, plums, etc 1/4 cup honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cinnamon stick 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Instructions: As needed, wash and cut the fruits, taking out any pits or stems Honey, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon stick, and ground nutmeg should all be put into a slow cooker along with the mixed fruits Mix everything together slowly Cover and cook on low for two to three hours, stirring every now and then, until the fruits are soft and juicy Take out the cinnamon stick after the food is done If you want, you can serve the compote wa...