9/30/2023 0 Comments Chicken SchnitzelPan fried Chicken Schnitzel - made with thinly flattened, tender chicken breasts, a light seasoning, a simple breading and cooked in a hot skillet to achieve a beautifully golden brown, super crisp finish. From there you can serve it with simply fresh herbs and tart lemon wedges for spritzing, or your favorite dipping sauce (honey mustard, bbq sauce, ranch etc), chicken gravy or other creamy pan sauce. What is Chicken Schnitzel?Schnitzel is a German and Austrian dish made with meat that is pounded very thin then it's coated in a standard three layer breading including flour, eggs and some type of bread crumb (such as bread crumbs, matzo meal or in this case panko), after that it's fried in a bit of oil until browned and cooked through. To me chicken schnitzel is like a grown up, fancier version of chicken nuggets with a similar taste and texture. Just simple but delicious, with an excellent texture. It's a straightforward process to follow and easier to make than you'd think. And I'd say yes it is definitely worth the extra dishes it takes to bread the chicken. It is a dinner item my family has requested be added to a regular rotation, and I have the feeling yours may agree with that too! Wondering what to serve with chicken schnitzel?I recommend serving with:
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The best homemade Zucchini Cake recipe! It's a a deliciously spiced, soft and tender cake studded with fine shreds of fresh zucchini. and it's covered with a rich cream cheese frosting. I'd say it's easily the best way to enjoy zucchini! Homemade Spiced Zucchini CakeVegetables are delicious...when they are blended into a cake right? Plain sautéed zucchini is good but zucchini is taken to a whole knew level when it's blended into an old fashioned, perfectly spiced, sweetly delicious cake and covered in a decadent cream cheese frosting! This homestyle zucchini cake tastes very similar to carrot cake, which is why I love it so much (carrot cake is one of my favorites)! Plus it's got to be one of the moistest cakes you'll ever make. Not a dry crumb in site. It's easy breezy to make (you don't even use a mixer for the cake portion), and it's sure to satisfy those cake cravings. I highly recommend finishing it with pecans or walnuts for some textural contrast. I haven't ever been a big fan of nuts swirled into cake but I love them as a finishing touch on a spiced cake like this. They complement it beautifully. Store the cake in the fridge and from there you can even enjoy it cold. via Cooking Classy Tag TrendCooks 9/20/2023 0 Comments Apple Chicken SaladRefreshing Chicken Salad with Apples - This fall inspired recipe is loaded with crisp sweet apples, crunchy pecans, green onions, lightly tart cranberries and plenty of tender chicken. And it's all coated in a Greek yogurt based rich and creamy rosemary dressing. Autumn Apple Pecan Chicken SaladA crisp, apple studded, protein rich chicken salad that's perfect for a hearty autumn lunch or even a simple weeknight dinner that won't weigh you down. It's made healthier with a combination of Greek yogurt and a little mayo, and it pairs beautifully with a hearty whole grain bread. Or you can serve it lower carb over lettuce leaves for another nutritious option. This version is made with rotisserie chicken but you can use leftover cooked chicken breasts as well. I just recommend that you avoid canned chicken for a better chicken salad. It's simple to make and worthy of your recipe collection! Try serving it with baked sweet potato fries or sweet potato chips for a colorful fall pairing. via Cooking Classy Tag TrendCooks 9/14/2023 0 Comments Chicken Corn SoupHomestyle Chicken Corn Soup! A super cozy soup made with noodles (or homemade rivels), tender browned chicken, sweet corn, salty bacon, plenty of veggies and a lightly creamy broth. Such a satisfying soup to make year round! Chicken Noodle Soup with Corn and Bacon!Can you add corn to chicken noodle soup? Absolutely and it makes such a delicious soup! That's just what you get in this soup recipe. It's like chicken noodle soup upgraded with fresh juicy corn, plus we dot it in some bacon and blend in some cream for good measure. It's also similar to a chowder, and it's adaptable to what you have on hand (as usual see ideas below). For instance you can replace bacon with ham or make this Pennsylvania Dutch style with homemade mini dumplings called rivels in place of noodles (making the soup completely from scratch!). Pair it with a slice of buttered homemade bread and a simple garden fresh salad with a homemade herby ranch for the most comforting homestyle dinner! via Cooking Classy Tag TrendCooks 9/6/2023 0 Comments Easy Hot Fudge SauceQuick and Easy Hot Fudge Sauce! A homemade recipe made with a few simple ingredients that's sure to satisfy those chocolate cravings. It's perfect for drenching over a hot fudge sundae or fresh fruit, smothering brownies, garnishing a pie, dunking churros or eating straight from the fridge by the spoonful! New Go-To Homemade Hot Fudge SauceI've tried many hot fudge sauce recipes over the years and I have even shared a few others here. But as time goes on and I try new favorites, or find something easier I love to share them with you here. This fudge sauce is made with just six simple ingredients! And you can have it ready in about 10 minutes (just plan an extra 10 to cool if you don't want it smoldering hot). It's richly chocolatey, perfectly sweetened, silky smooth and luscious, and it makes for the ultimate molten topping over a refreshing dessert creating a tantalizing hot and cold duo. Possible VariationsThis chocolate sauce made with pantry staples and it's a versatile recipe as well.
Then the best way to enjoy it is the traditional way, poured generously over a bowl of fresh scooped ice cream. Flavors like vanilla, strawberry, cherry, pistachio or chocolate will always complement it well. But if you want a bit of a healthier option then drizzle a little of this chocolate fudge sauce over fresh strawberries, bananas, raspberries, mangoes or peaches to give them a decadent chocolate upgrade. via Cooking Classy Tag TrendCooks 8/31/2023 0 Comments HamburgersA perfect, juicy all American Hamburger! Here I'll share 3 simple ways to cook burgers (including stovetop, grill and even oven), plus tips on how to build the best burger. This includes a simple homemade bun, a variety of sauces and all the best toppings! Want to try a different type of burger next? Go for my Turkey Burgers or Black Bean Burgers to switch things up sometimes. An Easy Classic Burger RecipeBurgers have long been a staple food in our family. So I guess you can say we are a typical American family. Growing up we had them cooked to that hockey puck doneness, overly well, but as a kid I didn't care it was a burger. One thing my mom never got wrong though was that she never used the pre-formed patties. That's burger mistake number one in my mind. Shaping your own burgers from fresh ground beef will give you a fair superior result. Helpful TipsAfter 20 years of experience making hamburgers I've learned several other things along the way to create the perfect burger:
Over the years I've also tried different things like seasoning the beef to build in other flavors, creating various sizes of burgers, and trying various toppings. I've settled on simple, and freshest is best but you are always welcome to change things up and go more bold (unique toppings, hot sauce/ peppers, blue cheese, etc). And of course if you are a cheeseburger fan don't forget to add the cheese after turning the burger (during cooking) for perfectly melty cheesy goodness. If you are wondering what my personal favorite method of cooking is here it's easily the cast iron stovetop method. But the others are nice for convenience as well and I use all three. via Cooking Classy Tag TrendCooks 8/24/2023 0 Comments Homemade Hamburger BunsHomemade Hamburger Buns - With a soft and airy crumb, a tender texture and they're made from scratch with just a few staple ingredients. They're one hundred times better than store-bought and well worth the extra bit of effort! Easy Homemade Burger BunsBeautiful golden brown hamburger buns that have delicious fresh flavor, and they make for the best diner style beef burger out there! Plus they have so many other uses too, they aren't just for hamburgers. We love them for chicken salad sandwiches, garlic bread and cheese toast. They're great for turkey burgers, black bean burgers, pulled pork, or pulled chicken. Or head in a more creative direction and repurpose leftovers into a French toast casserole, bread pudding, homemade croutons, or try trimming a thin layer off the top and bottom and turn them into a tasty grilled cheese. This easy to make burger buns recipe is likely to become a family favorite! So good people will want to just slather them in butter and eat them like a jumbo roll! via Cooking Classy Tag TrendCooks 8/17/2023 0 Comments Easy Homemade Blueberry MuffinsEasy Blueberry Muffins - A buttery and tender, tall, bakery style muffin that's brimming with fresh blueberries, and finished with a sprinkle of crisp sugar. They're always an irresistibly delicious breakfast treat! Homemade Blueberry MuffinsI've had a different blueberry muffin that's been a favorite for years. But I decided I don't always have time for the blueberry crumble so I wanted to simplify and make a faster recipe. So a few months ago I created these and we've been making them all summer long with the delicious sweet blueberries in season. These easy blueberry muffins are fast to make, they don't require a mixer, and they're basically foolproof. And I should mention they are a generous sized muffin with towering domed muffin tops and beautiful golden brown edges. The best kind of muffins! Perfect for a weekend breakfast, a celebratory brunch or they could even pass for a tempting birthday treat. They are an excellent way to use up the blueberries in season! via Cooking Classy Tag TrendCooks 8/11/2023 0 Comments Corn SalsaFresh Corn Salsa - made with fresh ears of crisp corn, sweet bell pepper, vibrant red onion, herby cilantro, and a zesty spiced lime dressing. It's makes a perfect chip dip or a topping to pair with a main protein. A Summery Corn Salsa RecipeCorn salsa that's much better than Chipotle! It's a healthy dip that also doubles well as a side dish. Fresh corn and bell pepper are fire roasted over a hot grill or gas stove flame for a beautiful smokey char, then it's tossed with a colorful plethora of other complementary fresh Mexican-style ingredients. It has such a tantalizing blend of flavors that's is makes the perfect chip dip, or its delicious served over salmon, shrimp, chicken or beef (we love the salmon option). Plus it's a versatile salsa with lots of ways to switch things up (see ideas below). It's best made in season when you can get prime sweet yellow corn, but during the colder months try it with frozen corn too. via Cooking Classy Tag TrendCooks Homemade Pickled Beets - Made the easy way in the fridge with no canning required and you only need 3 ingredients (plus salt and water)! Fresh beets are steamed or roasted then marinated in the fridge for a day in a simple, vibrant vinegar brine. They make a delicious and healthy snack or salad addition! Easy Refrigerator Pickled BeetsPickled beets used to be one of those things that I cringed at growing up but now I absolutely love them! Maybe that's because the homemade version completely changed my opinion on them. I make these several times every summer when I get fresh beets from my brothers garden. Pickled beets really don't get any better than this! These are super fresh, perfectly simple without other flavors to hide their unique flavor, and you wouldn't believe how easy they are to make. These are a great option if you, like me, aren't familiar with canning things yourself (to make them shelf stable). Someday I'll learn but in the meantime this quick and simple method using the fridge is such a breeze and it makes the best pickled beets I've ever tasted! See for yourself and make a batch this week. Then pair them with a ham and cheddar salad, or make them the star of a spinach salad and pair them with some walnuts and feta. via Cooking Classy Tag TrendCooks |