Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 55–65 minutesCooling Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: ~2 hoursServings: 10–12 slicesDifficulty: ModerateFlavor Profile: Buttery, sweet, spiced, rich Ingredients For the Cake: 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), softened 2 cups granulated sugar 4 large eggs 1 1/2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes (fresh or canned, unseasoned) 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2…
Prep Time: 25 minutesCook Time: 30–40 minutesTotal Time: 1 hourServings: 4Difficulty: IntermediateType: Seafood main dishFlavor Profile: Savory, garlicky, herby, ocean-fresh Ingredients For the Calamari: 8–10 whole medium squid (cleaned, tubes and tentacles separated) Salt & pepper to taste Toothpicks (for sealing) For the Stuffing: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 small onion, finely diced 2–3 cloves…
Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesTotal Time: ~35 minutesServings: 4Difficulty: EasyType: Pasta EntréeFlavor Profile: Savory, garlicky, mildly spicy Ingredients 1 lb (16 oz) frozen or fresh cavatelli pasta 1 lb Italian sausage, casing removed (mild or spicy) 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen) 3–4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional,…
Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 25–30 minutesTotal Time: ~40 minutesServings: 4Difficulty: EasyType: Brothy comfort soupFlavor Profile: Savory, soothing, slightly spicy (optional) Ingredients Base: 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter 1 small onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional, but excellent for nausea) 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for…
Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesRest/Drain Time: 30–60 minutesTotal Time: ~1 hourYield: ~1 cup cheese (from 1 liter of milk)Difficulty: EasyType: Fresh cheese (no aging or rennet) Ingredients 1 liter (4 cups) whole milk – fresh, full-fat is best 2–3 tablespoons lemon juice or white vinegar (or yogurt) Pinch of salt (optional) Instructions 1….
Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 10–15 minutesTotal Time: 30–35 minutesServings: 8 pocketsDifficulty: EasyType: Main Dish / Tex-Mex FusionFlavor Profile: Savory, cheesy, spiced Ingredients For the Meat Filling: 1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground turkey 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade – see tips) 1/2 cup water Optional: 1/2 cup salsa or enchilada sauce for…
Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 20 minutesServings: About 2 cupsDifficulty: Very EasyType: Sauce / CondimentFlavor Profile: Tart, sweet, fruity, fresh Ingredients 4 cups chopped rhubarb (about 5–6 medium stalks) 1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste) 1/4 cup water 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional) 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional, for warmth)…
Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 40–45 minutesServings: 4 burgersDifficulty: EasyType: Main Dish / SandwichFlavor Profile: Savory, toasty, hearty Ingredients For the Bannock (Makes 4 flatbreads): 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tbsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 2 tbsp oil or melted lard 3/4 cup warm water or milk (adjust as needed) Oil…
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 10–12 minutesTotal Time: ~30 minutesServings: 8 Bannock DogsDifficulty: EasyCooking Methods: Campfire, grill, skillet, or oven Ingredients For the Bannock Dough: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar (optional) 2 tablespoons oil, melted butter, or lard 3/4 cup water or milk (more if needed)…
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 10 minutesChill Time: 1 hour (recommended)Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutesServings: 6–8Difficulty: EasyDish Type: Cold Pasta SaladFlavor Profile: Creamy, savory, slightly tangy with a hint of sweetness Ingredients Salad: 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked, about 1/2 lb) 1 1/2 cups cooked ham, diced (use leftover or deli ham) 1/2 cup…