Corn Starch

PINEAPPLE TART

this recipe is super easy to make! with few and ready ingredients, you can make this goodies in no time! less work, delicious treat! good luck! :)

ingredients:

• 1 store bought or homemade pie crust
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 tsp cornstarch 
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon 
• 2 tbsp maple syrup 
• fresh pineapple ( cleaned, thinly sliced, about 1/4 inch thick)
• 1 egg (for egg wash)

directions:

1. pre heat the oven to 400F 
2. into a bowl, combine the powdered sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and maple syrup. mix well and set aside
3. place the pie crust into a pie pan. press the middle leaving at least 3 inches unpressed crust around the edges
4. place the sliced pineapple into the middle of the pie crust, you can load everything all at once or make it look pretty. up to you
5. drizzle the sauce on top of the pineapple 
6. fold the pie dough over the fruit and press a little, make sure the dough wont tear 
7. brush the sides of the dough with egg wash
8. bake to pre heated oven for 20 minutes
9. enjoy!

xo, 
s

this homemade one pot mac and cheese is one of my husband's favorite dish. he would always brag about how his mom's mac and cheese is the best mac and cheese ever, and that's because she uses really high quality ingredients and she is just great at cooking overall! (i heard she made a clam chowder the other day and i was super jealous, her clam chowder is the best i've ever had) since i cannot top mudra's mac and cheese, i decided to try some mac and cheese recipe that my husband can still enjoy while away from home.

this is just my way of making the mac and cheese, you may like it or may not like it, but i will suggest to give it a try!

this stove top mac and cheese is super easy to make so let's dive in! GOOD LUCK!

ingredients:

• 1 box elbow macaroni pasta 16oz
• water (for the pasta)
• 2 tbsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 lb jack cheese
• 1 rotel tomatoes (diced tomatoes and green chillies)
• 6 tbsp butter
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 tbsp mustard
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

directions:

1. cook the pasta according to the instructions (you can find the instructions in the back of the pasta box) i'm using an elbow pasta
2. while the pasta is cooking, prepare the cheese. i'm using sharp cheddar cheese and jack cheese. grinding your own cheese is also the best way to do it. pre shredded cheese usually added with some starch in it to avoid the clumping
3. once your pasta is done. drain the pasta
4. add butter into a low heat pot or pan. once the butter is fully melted, add the milk. stir
5. add the mustard. stir
6. salt and pepper. stir
7. then the cheese (leave some cheese, about 1/2 cup for the last part) and the pasta and rotel tomatoes. mix together
8. add the cornstarch. stir
9. then add the rest of the cheese. stir
10. it may look a little watery but that is okay. turn the heat off, cover the pot and let the pot of mac and cheese sit on top of the stove for about 5 to 10 minutes.
11. then serve and enjoy!

there you have it. a simple and delicious, super cheesy and creamy macaroni and cheese!

xoxo, s

happy friday to all my beautiful readers/viewers! --meaning, new video is up! :)

today, we will be making a pepper steak. it is fast and easy recipe! who does have time to wait? make this delicious pepper steak in just minutes! pair this dish with rice for a powerful yummy combination, or you can wrap the pepper steak with lettuce! and the best part, if you are vegetarian, you can replace the steak with tofu or any veggie meat that you like. so, GOOD LUCK!

ingredients:

• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 medium onions
• 1 cup chopped scallions (green onions)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp vinegar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 pound ribeye steak (or steak cut you prefer)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 knorr cubes
• 2 tsp sesame oil (total)
• salt and pepper to taste
• minced garlic
• chopped onions
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or any oil you prefer) i'm using lard in the video

directions:

1. start with marinating the steak
2. into a bowl, add the soy sauce, vinegar, a sprinkle of scallions, brown sugar, cornstarch, knorr cubes, water, garlic, onions, 1 tsp sesame oil, salt and pepper. mix well
3. cover with plastic wrap and let the steak marinade in the refrigerate for 30 minutes
4. after 30 minutes, you are ready to cook. heat the pan into medium high
5. add oil
6. once the oil is hot enough add the steak, let the steak cook for about 4 to 5 minutes. if you are using a different cut of steak, cook the meat until it's fully cooked
7. add the marinated sauce and stir occasionally until the sauce is thickened
8. add the remaining sesame oil
9. add more ground black pepper (according to your taste)
10. lastly, add the vegetables (green bell peppers, green bell peppers and onion)
11. cook the vegetables to your likeness
12. sprinkle with scallions for garnish
13. and served!

everyone in the house approved this recipe! so i hope you guys will like it, too! feel free to add spicy sauce to the dish if you like the taste of spice!

happy cooking!

xo,s

the best cinnamon rolls ever! it's gooey, soft and delicious! you don't need all the crazy ingredients and styles to make this rolls, everything is pretty basic and so let's get into the process! :)

please don't forget to like, share and leave a comment below if you have any questions! i'd be happy to talk to you! :)

ingredients:

for the dough:

• 2 3/4 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 stick butter (4 tablespoon)
• 1 egg
• 1 packet instant dry yeast
• 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110F)

for the filling:

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 stick butter (4 tablespoon)
• 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch

for the cream cheese toppings:

• 1 block cream cheese
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon milk (or more)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

directions:

1. combine all the ingredients into a big bowl
2. knead the dough until smooth (using a stand mixer) if you are using your hands, good luck! :D no seriously, i recommend using a stand mixer if you have one. :)
3. apply butter or oil into a bowl where you put the dough to let it rise
4. shape the dough into a ball and let the dough rise until doubled in size. about 1 to 2 hours
5. while the dough is rising, combine all the filling ingredients
6. once the dough has doubled in size, flatten the dough using a rolling pin and shape the dough into a rectangle
7. apply butter and then sprinkle the fillings on top. spread evenly
8. roll the dough into a log and cut evenly about 10 to 12 pieces
9. apply butter or oil into a baking dish
10. add the rolls into the baking dish and let the rolls rise again for 30 minutes
11. pre-heat the oven to 350F
12. after 30 minutes bake the rolls for 20 minutes
13. while the bread is baking
14. prepare the cream cheese topping
15. add all the topping ingredients into a bowl and mix well
16. if you want the toppings to be thicker add less milk, if you want it to be thinner add more milk
17. pour the cream cheese toppings on top while the rolls are still hot
18. and enjoy!