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Bread Pudding with Bourbon Whiskey Sauce Recipe

Bread Pudding with Bourbon Whiskey Sauce Recipe

There are many versions of this recipe around the World. This particular version originated in France and was brought to the United States in the 1600’s. Bread pudding is really easy to prepare and can serve as a great way to use up some unused 

Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

The Chicken Caesar Salad is a classic, easy and quick recipe that compliments most meals. Although many believe that this salad originated in Europe, It was actually invented in Mexico in 1924. Restaurant owner Caesar Cardini served it for the first time at his restaurant, 

Pineapple Rava Kesari Recipe

Pineapple Rava Kesari Recipe

Pineapple Rava Kesari is popular in Sri Lanka as well as the southern Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. It is often associated with weddings and other special occasions. This Pineapple Rava Kesari has a consistency of thick porridge. It is slightly sweet with 

Creme de Abacate ( Avocado Cream )

Creme de Abacate ( Avocado Cream )

Avocado cream is a great dessert made from the simplest ingredients. The first time that I had this dessert was in Belo Horizonte in Brazil’s Minas Gerais state. It is mildly sweet in flavor. In addition to being a great finish to a meal, it 

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Brisket Recipe

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Brisket Recipe

I always thought that making great BBQ beef brisket required alot of time, effort, and patience. With busy schedules, many people just don’t have that kind of time or energy after getting home from a long day of work.  Well this recipe is the answer! 

North Carolina BBQ Sauce Recipe

North Carolina BBQ Sauce Recipe

If you like North Carolina style (vinegar-based) BBQ sauce, you will love this simple recipe.  I usually use Open Pit BBQ Sauce as the base because it is inexpensive, easy to find, and tastes great.  Feel free to substitute your favorite store bought sauce to 

Basic BBQ Dry Rub Recipe

Basic BBQ Dry Rub Recipe

This is a basic, all-purpose BBQ rub that will treat any cuts of beef or piggy right.  If you really like BBQ, you may want to buy as many of these ingredients wholesale – it will save you alot of money over the long run! 

Açai Ice Cream Recipe

Açai Ice Cream Recipe

The first time that my wife and I tried a frozen yogurt made with Açai berries was during our honeymoon in a small town north of Rio de Janeiro called Parati. These berries are harvested in the Amazon region and taste great with yogurt, ice 

Steamed Blue Crab Recipe

Steamed Blue Crab Recipe

The regional specialty on the Maryland coast is steamed blue crabs. You could buy blue crabs almost anywhere already steamed. However, we decided to buy a couple dozen fresh from the docks and steam them up in our own kitchen. It is a fairly simple 

Cuban Rum Cake

Cuban Rum Cake

This recipe for Cuban Rum Cake is actually three separate recipes combined. It’s a little bit of work but the results are well worth it! Cuban Rum Cake is similar in texture to tres leches cake. This dessert features a wide range of flavors and