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French Apple Cake

This French apple cake is just fantastic. When you tell someone that this is your favorite apple cake, they might appear skeptical given that France is known for its incredibly sophisticated pastries and baked products. But trust me when I say that this cake is truly excellent despite its simplicity and ease of preparation. . Photo by Darya Egorova: https://www.pexels.com/photo/cake-on-wooden-cutting-board-9999969/ Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Cool Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins Ingredients 3 large baking apples (such as Honeycrisp), cubed (about 4 cups) 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar 1 cup all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup white sugar 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 2 large eggs 3 tablespoons dark rum 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 tablespoons white sugar for the top 1 tablespoon powdered sugar for dusting (optional) Directions The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees F (175 d
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Tomato Ricotta Cheese Torta

  We use the small, vibrant tomatoes you can find at any farmer's market in the summer for this tomato ricotta cheese torta. Photo by Engin Akyurt: https://www.pexels.com/photo/close-up-photo-of-pizza-2619970/ Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 12 ounces (1 1/2 cups) ricotta cheese 1 large egg 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 clove garlic, crushed (optional) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano (optional) 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved sea salt, as needed, for sprinkling top Directions The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). A 9 or 10-inch pie plate should be greased with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and left aside. Ricotta, egg, flour, baking soda, salt, black pepper, garlic, basil, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese are all added to a

Easy Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo

  This chicken and broccoli Alfredo recipe calls for fettuccine, but you can substitute your preferred pasta. Photo by: Biel Heinrich: https://www.pexels.com/photo/chicken-pasta-with-broccoli-in-a-white-bowl-9760213/ Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Servings: 4 Ingredients 8 ounces fettuccine, uncooked 2 cups fresh broccoli florets ¼ cup Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 ⅔ cups milk 4 ounces Philadelphia Cream Cheese, cubed ¼ cup Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese ½ teaspoon dried basil leaves Directions Cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli for the final two minutes of cooking. combine spaghetti and drain. In the meantime, warm the dressing over medium-high heat in a sizable nonstick skillet. Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until it is no longer pink in the center. Basil, milk, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese are all stirred together. Stirring continuously, bring

Arugula Salad with Stone Fruit

Fresh cherries, peaches, and nectarines give this luscious, colorful arugula salad a summertime flavor. Choose rosé vinegar, a rosé wine-based vinegar with a fruity, lively flavor, for an added touch of sweetness. Photo by Valeria Boltneva: https://www.pexels.com/photo/dessert-in-plate-1833332/ Prep Time:20 mins Total Time:20 mins Servings:4 Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or rosé vinegar 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/2 cups red cherry tomatoes, halved 1 1/2 cups yellow cherry tomatoes, halved 1 (5-ounce package) arugula 3/4 cup fresh basil leaves 2 nectarines, sliced 1 large white peach, sliced 1 cup Rainier or other yellow-flesh cherries, pitted and halved 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt Directions For the dressing, combine vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl with the olive oil. Slices of peach, nectarines, arugula, tomatoes, and basil should be arranged on a wide dish. Add half of the dressing by drizzling. Add the

Hash Brown and Bacon Omelet Cups

Grab-and-go egg pieces baked in a muffin tin have a delectable crust composed of hash browns.    Photo By: @createkidsclub Prep Time:10 mins Cook Time:35 mins Servings:12 Ingredients cooking spray 3 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper        2 cups shredded Mexican-style four-cheese blend                        6 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional) 6 slices bacon, crisp-cooked and chopped chopped fresh chives, for garnish Directions Set the oven's temperature to 425 °F (220 °C). 12 (2 1/2-inch) muffin tins should be greased with cooking spray. Hash browns should be wrapped in a fresh kitchen towel and squeezed to get as much moisture out as you can. Hash browns, melted butter, salt, and black pepper should all be combined in a big bowl. In each prepared muffin cup, firmly press 1/4 cup of the hash brown mixture into

12 Healthy Daily Habits

Consistency in your health can be built by developing a simple but efficient daily practice. Your daily activities have an effect on your stress levels, sleeping patterns, and eating habits in addition to your general health. Your general health is affected by everything you do, from what you do first thing in the morning to what you do last thing at night. The best method to establish a healthy daily routine and healthy daily habits that will endure over time is to concentrate on tiny habits and perform them consistently rather than trying to change everything at once. A habit is described in the dictionary as "an ingrained tendency or usual mode of behaviour" or "a behaviour pattern acquired through repeated exposure." As a result, by definition, a habit is something that is repeated frequently, and developing consistent healthy behaviours is crucial for maintaining good health. Although occasionally eating vegetables or doing out is fantastic, practising these ro