Month: April 2022

Ham Bacon & Cheese Stuffed Chicken Recipe

An easy and delicious dinner is right around the corner with this recipe. Chicken stuffed with ham, bacon, cheese then flavored with seasonings make for an indulgent meal. Simply air fry the meats, stuff, season and cook the chicken. Everything’s done in an air fryer for a simple clean up afterwards. Ingredients: Bacon Ham Chicken Breast Mozzarella Cheese Garlic Salt Italian Seasoning Paprika Non-stick Cooking Spray Directions: Air fry your bacon and ham to a crisp and chop Cut a pocket into the chicken breast then stuff with meats and mozzarella cheese Oil and season with garlic salt, Italian seasoning and paprika Air fry at 365°F for 15 to 18 minutes Serve and enjoy! Shop Our Air Fryers Air Fryer Giveaway

What You Shouldn’t Do to Your Microfiber Cloth

A microfiber cloth is essential in the kitchen to pick up and trap dirt like a magnet. They offer far more cleaning and scrubbing power than an ordinary washcloth or paper towel. The best part is that you can reuse them, saving you money and the environment. Even though a microfiber cloth can withstand hundreds of washings, you do have to be careful when washing them. Using too much detergent or soap that is too harsh can actually cover the nylon fibers, resulting in a less effective cleaning tool. Instead of tossing your microfiber cloth with the rest of your laundry, try hand washing them without soap. Run it under room-temperature water and soak them for 20 to 30 minutes. Continue to agitate the cloth afterwards then rinse, wring out and hang to dry. If your cloth has been through more grime or germs, you can use a soap just take note of the amount you’re using. A quick tip is to separate the microfiber cloths when washing them as you’ll tend to use less detergent compared to a bulk of dirty clothes. It’s best to use one to two teaspoons of laundry soap max in every load of microfiber cloth. Never use hot water as this may melt the fiber. Skip out on the fabric softener and the dryer altogether. Source: the Kitchn

Air Fried Accordion Potatoes Recipe

Make a fun and visually appealing snack with this accordion potato recipe. The secret is all in the cuts. Use a pair of skewers to ensure you don’t cut through the potato slice all the way. Afterwards you just season and air fry. Prepare this for a weekend snack or a game day along with other snacks. Ingredients: Potato Butter Mayonnaise Italian Seasoning Skewers Directions: Chop a thick slice of potato and lay down 2 skewers to prevent cutting through the whole way Slice down vertical slits on one side Flip and repeat but with a diagonal cut Butter or add mayonnaise and sprinkle with Italian seasoning Air fry at 360F for 15 minutes on each side or until golden and crispy Serve and enjoy! Shop Our Air Fryers Air Fryer Giveaway

Chocolate Pavlova with Whipped Cream and Raspberries

If you can make meringue you can make this chocolate pavlova recipe. It’s sure to be a showstopper with a deliciously sweet and feather light construction. Perfect for a special occasion, this pavlova has many flavors and textures with its crispy edges and soft marshmallow-like interior. After preparing, keep it in the fridge uncovered for up to three hours. Prep time: 30 minsCook time: 90 minsTotal time: 2 hrsServings: 8 to 10 servings Ingredients For the meringue: 1 1/2 cups (300 grams) sugar 4 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 6 egg whites, at room temperature Pinch of salt 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 teaspoons vanilla 1/4 cup (21 grams) Dutch processed cocoa powder 4 tablespoons sliced almonds For the filling: 1/2 cup (2 ounces, 57 g) finely chopped bittersweet chocolate 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 (6-ounce) packages of raspberries, about 5 to 6 cups (500 g) Powdered sugar (for sprinkling) Directions Preheat the oven to 275ºF (135°C): Line a baking sheet with parchment. With a sharpie or pencil and using a 9-inch pie or cake pan as a guide, trace a 9-inch (23 cm) circle on the parchment paper and then flip the paper, so the ink-side is facing down (and doesn’t touch your food), but you can still see the outline through the paper. Mix the sugar and cornstarch: In a small bowl, whisk the sugar and cornstarch until combined. Beat the egg whites: In the squeaky-clean bowl of an electric mixer on medium speed, slowly beat the egg whites until foamy. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and the cream of tartar.Continue beating just until soft peaks begin to form. With the mixer on medium speed, add the sugar 1 tablespoon at a time. When all the sugar has been added, increase the mixer speed to high and beat for 5 minutes, or until the meringue is shiny and forms stiff peaks.Dip your index finger into the meringue and rub it between your finger and thumb. If it feels gritty, continue to beat for another 30 to 60 seconds, or until it feels perfectly smooth between your fingers and all the sugar has been dissolved. Mix in the vanilla and cocoa powder: With the mixer on low speed, mix in the vanilla.Remove the bowl from the stand and sift the cocoa powder over the meringue. With a spatula, gently fold in the cocoa powder until the mixture looks steaked with ribbons of cocoa powder. Avoid deflating the meringue. Bake the meringue: Scrape the meringue into the center of the circle on the baking sheet. With the back of a large spoon, spread it into a 9-inch circle. Mound the edges slightly higher, so there’s a bowl-like indentation in the middle. Sprinkle with the almonds.Bake at 275°F (135°C) for 30 minutes. Turn the oven down to 250oF (120°C) and bake for another 45 to 55 minutes, or until the edges and sides look crisp and the top looks dry. It should still feel slightly soft in the center when you press it gently with your finger.Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Transfer to a serving platter. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days, loosely wrapped in foil. Top with chocolate: Preheat the oven to 350F. Sprinkle the chocolate over the indentation in the middle of the meringue. Place in the oven for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the chocolate melts.With the back of a spoon or a small offset spatula, spread the chocolate across the middle of the pavlova in an even layer. Place in the freezer for 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden. (Make the whipped cream while you wait.) Make the whipped cream: In a mixer bowl on medium speed, beat the cream, sugar and vanilla together until soft peaks form. Fill and finish the pavlova: Spread the whipped cream over the top of the meringue to cover the chocolate. Arrange the raspberries on top. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve immediately, or refrigerate, uncovered, for up to 3 hours.The pavlova is best eaten on the day you serve it, but leftovers will keep for a few days, refrigerated. Source: Simply Recipes

Frosty Chocolate Banana Pops Recipe

A quick and easy party favorite. All you need is chocolate and bananas. Serve these as a treat, that’ll be sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. When melting down the chocolate use oven-safe glassware or bowls. Ingredients: Banana Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Lollipop Sticks Directions: Peel and chop a banana into thick bite size pieces Stick a lollipop stick in each piece and freeze for 1 to 2 hours Break a Hershey’s chocolate into an oven-safe bowl and melt in air fryer Dip the frozen banana in the melted chocolate and allow to cool Serve and enjoy! Shop Our Air Fryers Air Fryer Giveaway

The Best Ways to Fry An Egg

There’s a lot of debate on how to properly fry an egg. Some prefer to use olive oil while others swear by butter. It all comes down to preference and who you’re cooking for. Here are a few techniques to get the style you desire. Crispy Edges. If you desire an egg with golden edges try the Spanish-style. Cook the egg in a pool of olive oil which you’ll use to baste over the whites until just set. You want the pan to be hot but not smoking to get the extra crunch. Diner-Style. This method calls for a little hot water instead of just fat. Basting with water as the egg cooks will result in soft, tender eggs instead of crispy ones. It’s similar to an over-easy egg. Indulgent Egg. If you’re looking for the most decadent way to enjoy an egg, try frying it in heavy cream. As it cooks the cream simmers and breaks into milk and butter solids, leaving you with an intensely flavored egg and caramelized edges. In-Between Eggs. Butter basting is a classic technique that gives you an egg that’s not too crispy or too tender. Cooked on medium heat in a nonstick pan, the egg is covered in browning butter until set. The Sheet Pan. If you’re making eggs for a group, try a sheet pan. Preheat and oil a tray in an over for 15 minutes at 450F. Then, crack a dozen eggs in a large bowl and slide them onto the pan. You’ll have diner-style eggs ready in five minutes. Source: the Kitchn

Air Fried Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Roll Recipe

Make a fast and fancy snack right at home with this banana chocolate pastry roll. Prepared with just a few ingredients and under 10 minutes. Fry until golden brown in an air fryer and enjoy as a breakfast snack or midnight craving. Ingredients: Brioche Bread Peanut Butter Cinnamon Banana Chocolate Chips Non-Stick Cooking Spray Directions: Flatten a slice of brioche bread and layer peanut butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and banana Roll, oil and stick chocolate chips on top Air fry at 360­°F for 7-10 minutes or until golden brown Serve and enjoy! Shop Our Air Fryers Air Fryer Giveaway

Scotch Eggs Recipe

Scotch eggs are a special treat often served in gastropubs. They consist of boiled eggs wrapped in sausage, breaded and fried. They pair perfectly along a few pints of beer. You can serve these with a variety of dipping sauces such as mustard, ranch, blue cheese dressing or even ketchup. This recipe calls for a delicious honey mustard dipping sauce. You can swap the sausage for any other kind such as breakfast, regular Italian or spicy Italian. Prep time: 30 minsCook time: 30 minsChill time: 30 minsTotal time: 90 minsServings: 4 to 6 servingsYield: 6 Scotch eggs Ingredients 7 large eggs, divided 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 cup whole grain mustard 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup plain breadcrumbs 4 cups vegetable or canola oil, for frying Chopped chives, for garnish Directions Cook the eggs: In a medium pot, add 6 eggs and enough cold water to cover them by 2 inches. The remaining egg will be used to coat the Scotch eggs. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. As soon as it comes to a rolling boil, remove the pot from heat, cover with a lid, and let it sit for 12 minutes. Drain the eggs into a colander set in the sink. Rinse them with cold running water for 30 seconds. Peel, rinse, and dry them off with paper towels. Wrap the eggs: In a medium bowl, combine the breakfast sausage, Worcestershire sauce, cornstarch, and dried thyme. Divide the sausage mixture into 6 even portions. Working with 1 portion at a time, flatten it out between your hands into about a 4-inch round patty. It doesn’t have to be perfect, but an even thickness will make it easier to wrap it around the egg. Place a peeled egg right in the middle. Wrap the sausage around egg, forming it into the shape of the egg.Wrap the remaining eggs. Place them on a plate and pop them in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to chill. Make the honey mustard: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the mustard and honey. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve the Scotch eggs. Bread the Scotch eggs: Place 3 shallow bowls side by side. Add the flour into the first. Whisk the remaining egg in the second bowl and add the breadcrumbs in the last bowl. Removed the eggs from the fridge. Working with 1 egg at a time, dredge it in the flour. Tap off any excess flour before you dip it in the whisked egg. Allow any excess egg to drip off before you dredge it with breadcrumbs and transfer it onto a plate. Bread the remaining eggs. Fry the Scotch eggs: In a medium pot, add the oil and bring it up to 350˚F over medium-high heat.Use a slotted spoon to gently lower 3 Scotch eggs into the hot oil one by one. Fry them for about 8 minutes, until evenly golden brown. If the eggs aren’t completed submerged in the oil, flip them halfway through to ensure even cooking. Transfer them onto a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain. Fry the remaining batch. Serve the Scotch eggs: Serve them warm, garnished with chives and the honey mustard sauce on the side.These are hearty fare, and 1 makes the perfect snack. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Scotch eggs reheat well—pop them in a 350˚F oven for 10 minutes, until warmed through. No need to refry them. Source: Simply Recipes

The Power of Microfiber Cloths

Cotton or paper towels fall short to microfiber in plenty of ways. A microfiber cloth is synthetic, consisting of polyester which gives it a towel-like structure while nylon adds absorption and density. You can use a microfiber cloth for furniture or clothes but it also works great for cleaning and sanitizing other spaces. Microfiber consists of millions of tiny fibers and has a positive charge to attract grime and dirt. These fibers are 100 times finer than a strand of human hair, meaning it can penetrate any crack or crevice paper towels can’t. You’ll also get higher water absorption than a normal rag or sponge. Germs are no exception to a microfiber’s cleaning capabilities. You can clean without the need for accompanying products on sanitizing jobs. Use microfiber in areas besides just countertops. Mops are also built with microfibers, making them superior to cotton alternatives. These mops are also lighter and more ergonomic than traditional mops. Be sure to throw your microfiber along with a microfiber filter in the wash to avoid any microplastic pollution. Source: Apartment Therapy

Bacon Wrapped Banana PB&J Recipe

Create the ultimate treat, balanced with sweet and savory flavors. A bacon wrapped banana is simple to make with just a handful of ingredients. You’ll want to use a few pieces of bacon to wrap around the roll. Fry until crispy in an air fryer and enjoy as a breakfast snack or midnight craving. Ingredients: Brioche Bread Peanut Butter Cinnamon Jelly Banana Bacon Directions: Flatten a slice of brioche bread and spread peanut butter, cinnamon, jelly Add a banana and roll Wrap in 3 pieces of bacon and air fry at 400­°F for 7-8 minutes or until crispy Serve and enjoy! Shop Our Air Fryers Air Fryer Giveaway