Creamy Baked Milk Custard

 

Ingredients:

4 cups milk 🥛

4 eggs 🥚🥚🥚🥚

1/2 cup sugar (or sugar substitute) 🍬

2 tbsp butter, melted 🧈

1/4 cup flour (optional, for thicker texture) 🌾

1 tsp vanilla extract 🍦

A pinch of salt 🧂

Optional flavor boosts:

Zest of 1 lemon 🍋

Dash of cinnamon or nutmeg 🌰

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) 🔥

2. In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth 🥄

3. Add in melted butter, milk, vanilla, salt (and lemon zest if using) 🌀

4. Whisk in flour if you want a firmer custard ✨

5. Pour into a greased baking dish 🧽

6. Bake for 45–55 minutes or until golden and set on top, slightly jiggly in the center ⏱️

7. Let it cool before slicing. Can be served warm or chilled ❄️

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Enjoy your creamy delight! Want a sugar-free or keto version too?

Super Soft Japanese Milk Bread

 

Ingredients:

2 ½ cups bread flour 🌾

3 tbsp sugar 🍬

1 tsp salt 🧂

1 tbsp instant yeast 🍞

½ cup warm milk 🥛

¼ cup heavy cream 🥛💛

1 egg 🥚

2 tbsp butter 🧈 (softened)

For the Tangzhong (Secret to Softness! 💡)

3 tbsp bread flour 🌾

½ cup water 💧

¼ cup milk 🥛

Instructions:

1️⃣ Make the Tangzhong:

In a saucepan, whisk flour, water, and milk over low heat 🔥.

Stir constantly until it thickens into a pudding-like paste 🍮.

Let it cool completely.

2️⃣ Mix the Dough:

In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.

Add the cooled Tangzhong, warm milk, cream, and egg 🥚.

Mix until a sticky dough forms.

3️⃣ Knead & Rise:

Knead for 10 minutes until smooth 💪.

Add butter 🧈 and knead until fully incorporated.

Cover and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size ⏳.

4️⃣ Shape & Bake:

Punch down the dough ✊.

Shape into a loaf or rolls 🍞.

Place in a greased pan and let rise again for 30-45 minutes ⏳.

Brush with milk or egg wash 🥛.

Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown 🔥.

5️⃣ Enjoy! 😍

Let cool slightly before slicing! Pairs well with butter 🧈 or jam 🍓.

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Creamy Cucumber & Tomato Salad

 

Ingredients 🥗

2 cucumbers, sliced 🥒

2 tomatoes, diced 🍅

1 small red onion, thinly sliced 🧅

1 boiled egg, chopped 🥚

1 small carrot, diced 🥕

½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt 🥄

1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋

½ tsp salt 🧂

½ tsp black pepper 🌿

Instructions 👩‍🍳

1️⃣ In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, egg, and carrot. 🥒🍅🧅

2️⃣ In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt) with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. 🥄🍋

3️⃣ Pour the dressing over the veggies and mix well until everything is coated. 🥗✨

4️⃣ Chill in the fridge for 15-20 minutes before serving. ❄️

5️⃣ Enjoy your refreshing salad! 😋

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Flaxseed Gel Recipe

 

Ingredients:

2 tbsp flaxseeds 🥄

1 cup water 💧

Optional: 1 tsp aloe vera gel 🌱 or a few drops of essential oil 🌸

Instructions:

1️⃣ Boil water in a saucepan and add flaxseeds. 🔥

2️⃣ Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. 🥄

3️⃣ Once it turns into a gel-like consistency, remove from heat. ⏳

4️⃣ Strain using a fine mesh or cheesecloth while it's still warm. 🏺

5️⃣ Let it cool, then mix in aloe vera or essential oil if desired. ❄️

How to Use:

💆 Apply a thin layer to your face.

⏳ Leave it on for 15-20 minutes.

🚿 Rinse with lukewarm water.

✨ Enjoy firmer, hydrated skin!

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Shrimp & Cheese Egg Rolls

 

Ingredients:

12 egg roll wrappers 🫓

1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped 🦐

1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) 🧀

½ cup green onions, chopped 🌿

1 tsp garlic powder 🧄

1 tsp soy sauce 🥢

1 egg (for sealing) 🥚

Oil for frying 🛢️

Instructions:

1️⃣ In a bowl, mix shrimp, cheese, green onions, garlic powder, and soy sauce. 🥣

2️⃣ Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each egg roll wrapper. 🫓

3️⃣ Brush the edges with beaten egg and roll tightly. Seal the edges. ✨

4️⃣ Heat oil in a pan to 350°F (175°C) and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. 🔥

5️⃣ Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with dipping sauce! 🍽️

Would you like a sugar-free dessert recipe to go with it? 🍫

Greek Moussaka Recipe

 

Ingredients

🟣 2 large eggplants, sliced

🧂 Salt & pepper (to taste)

🫒 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Meat Sauce:

🥩 1 lb ground beef or lamb

🧅 1 onion, chopped

🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced

🍅 1 cup tomato sauce

🧂 1 tsp oregano

🫙 1 tsp cinnamon

🥄 1 tbsp tomato paste

For the Béchamel Sauce:

🧈 2 tbsp butter

🌾 2 tbsp flour

🥛 1 cup milk

🧀 ½ cup Parmesan cheese

🥚 1 egg, beaten

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Eggplant:

Sprinkle salt over eggplant slices and let sit for 30 minutes to remove excess moisture.

Pat dry, brush with olive oil, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes until tender.

2️⃣ Cook the Meat Sauce:

Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.

Add ground beef/lamb, cook until browned.

Stir in tomato sauce, paste, oregano, cinnamon, salt & pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.

3️⃣ Make the Béchamel Sauce:

Melt butter in a pan, whisk in flour to make a roux.

Gradually add milk, stirring until thick.

Remove from heat, stir in cheese and beaten egg.

4️⃣ Assemble & Bake:

In a baking dish, layer eggplant, meat sauce, then béchamel.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.

🔥 Serve warm & enjoy! 🇬🇷✨

Would you like a low-carb version with a keto-friendly twist? 😊

Sugar-Free Vanilla Muffins

 

Ingredients:

2 cups almond flour 🌰

1/3 cup erythritol (or preferred sweetener) 🍯

1 tsp baking powder 🥄

1/4 tsp salt 🧂

3 eggs 🥚🥚🥚

1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk 🥛

1/4 cup melted butter 🧈

1 tsp vanilla extract 🌿

Instructions:

1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) 🔥. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

2️⃣ In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, sweetener, baking powder, and salt. 🥄

3️⃣ In another bowl, beat eggs, almond milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. 🥣

4️⃣ Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.

5️⃣ Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. 🍶

6️⃣ Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. 🔥

7️⃣ Let cool before enjoying! 😋

Would you like a variation, maybe with chocolate or fruit? 🍫🍓