Diary Of An Accidental Hermit

Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet and savory with these Grilled Chicken Kabobs featuring a delightful thyme-infused peach glaze. A succulent and flavorful dish that's easy to prepare for your next BBQ gathering. Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks 2 peaches, peeled and mashed 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Wooden skewers, soaked in water Instructions: In a bowl, combine mashed peaches, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, thyme, garlic powder, and black pepper to create the glaze Thread chicken chunks onto soaked wooden skewers Preheat grill to medium-high heat Brush chicken skewers with peach glaze, ensuring they are well-coated Grill kabobs for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with additional glaze u

Making these simple crab cakes from Erren's Kitchen is a great way to enjoy fresh crabmeat. They taste great and are great for a quick and easy meal. Ingredients: 1 lb lump crabmeat, drained 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1 large egg, beaten 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce 1 cup breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Instructions: In a large bowl, combine crabmeat, mayonnaise, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, breadcrumbs, parsley, red bell pepper, green onion, salt, and pepper Mix until well combined Form the mixture into small patties, about 1/4 cup each Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat Cook crab cakes in the skillet until golden brown, about

Delicious Instant Pot potatoes cooked to perfection and smothered in a flavorful garlic brown butter sauce. This quick and easy recipe is a fantastic side dish for any meal. Ingredients: 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved 1/2 cup unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup chicken broth Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish Instructions: Get baby potatoes and cut them in half Fill the Instant Pot Set the butter in a small saucepan and melt it over medium-low heat Add the minced garlic and cook until it smells good Put the potatoes in the Instant Pot and add the garlic brown butter Put chicken broth, salt, and black pepper into the Instant Pot Place the lid on top of the Instant Pot and seal the valve Cook for 8 minutes on high pressure After it's done, quickly let the pressure out and open the lid Put the potatoes in

These delightful doughnuts combine the flavors of apple pie and pumpkin in a creamy, fried treat. Perfect for fall or anytime you crave a sweet and comforting dessert. Ingredients: 1 cup canned pumpkin puree 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 large egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/4 tsp ground allspice 1 cup diced apples preferably Granny Smith 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup apple pie filling Oil for frying Powdered sugar for dusting Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract Mix until well combined In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sal

These homemade Lotus Biscoff shortbread cookies are infused with warm spices, making them the perfect accompaniment to a cozy cup of coffee. The iconic flavors of Lotus Biscoff cookies shine through in these buttery bites with a delightful hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. Ingredients: 1 cup Lotus Biscoff cookie crumbs 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar Cream them together until smooth Add the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to the butter-sugar mixture Mix well to combine Gradually add the Lotus Biscoff cookie crumbs and all-purpose flour to the m

A quick and flavorful weeknight pasta dish featuring linguine, hearty chickpeas, and tender zucchini, all tossed in a garlic-infused olive oil sauce. Perfect for a delicious and satisfying dinner in no time! Ingredients: 8 oz linguine 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Instructions: As directed on the package, cook the linguine; then, drain and set it aside Heat the olive oil in a big skillet over medium heat Garlic powder should be added and sauted until aromatic Slicing the zucchini, cook for about 5 minutes, or until tender Add the dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and chickpeas if using Add salt and black pepper a