Italian Cheesecake

         Hello readers! As you might have read from the post title, today recipe is Italian cheesecake. Personally, I am a big fan of cheesecake and so are most of the people I know. I thought it would be a good idea to try out Italian cheesecake rather than the normal one. I am trying to do recipes from different parts of the world, so if you have any suggestions for the place I do next, please leave a comment. Let's get started!

         You will need:

• 16 oz. ricotta cheese
• 3 tbsp. flour
• Graham cracker crust
• Half cup butter
• 16 oz. cream cheese
•  1 tbsp. lemon juice
• Four eggs
• One and a half cup sugar
• 3 tbsp. corn starch
• 16 oz. sour cream

Steps

1. Combine the ricotta and the cream cheese in a bowl. Blend it until it is smooth.
2. Use the same bowl and pour in all the other ingredients other than sour cream and graham cracker crust. Blend until smooth.
3. Now, put in the sour cream and blend the mixture together.
4. Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust. Make sure it is even on all sides.
5. Put the dish into the oven for an hour.
6. After the hour is up, turn off the heat. Keep the dish in the oven.
7. Put the cheesecake into the fridge for an hour and a half.
8. Serve!

I hope everyone enjoyed this recipe. Remember, the comments section is always open for advice, suggestions, or questions. Bye and keep coming for more mouth watering recipes!

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Ladoo: An Indian Delight

           Hello readers! Today I am going to show you how to make a sweet made in India called ladoo. Anyone that is not of Indian origin may not have heard about this dish. I assure you, however, these are very tasty and excellent to make for parties. Let's get started!

      You will need:

• 2 cups gram flour (besan)
• 1 cup sugar (cheeni)
• 1/4 cup clarified butter (ghee)
• Assorted nuts [Example: pistachio(pista), raisins(kishmish),almond(badaam), etc.]
• 1/4 tsp cardamom powder(ilaichi powder)
• 1 tsp semolina(sooji)
• A pinch of salt (namak)

Steps

1. Take a microwave safe bowl and add the clarified butter (ghee) into it.
2. Keep the bowl in the microwave until the clarified butter (ghee)  has completely melted.
3. Add the semolina (sooji), the salt (namak),  and the gram flour (besan) to the completely melted clarified butter (ghee).
4. Stir the mixture thoroughly until it reaches a smooth consistency.
5. Put the mixture in the microwave for about two to three minutes depending on the power of your microwave.
6. Stir the mixture again until it is smooth and balanced out completely.
7. Put the mixture in the microwave for three minutes total, stirring the mixture every one minute.
8. Add the nuts to your taste. Add as much nuts as you want but be careful, too much nuts can change the taste of the ladoos.
9. Put the mixture in the microwave for about one minute (yes; I know a lot of microwaving!).
10. Let the mixture cool down completely. This can take from fifteen to thirty minutes.
11. Once the mixture has cooled down, add the sugar (cheeni) and cardamom powder (ilaichi powder). Then, stir thoroughly.
12. According to your taste, take a certain amount of mixture in your hand. Roll the mixture into a ball. 
13. Repeat for all of the mixture until you have made all your ladoos.
14. Serve!

          I hope everyone enjoyed this recipe. Remember, the comments section is always open for advice, suggestions, or questions. Bye and keep coming for more mouth watering recipes!

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Chocolate Easter Eggs

           Hi everyone! Easter is approaching, probably one of my most loved holidays. Today I am back with a treat that is Easter - inspired. Today I am going to show you how to make chocolate Easter eggs. These are eye pleasing when you look at them, and they taste even better. Kids love this delight and they will want to decorate the eggs too! This is not a simple recipe, but once it is finished, the eggs will look fantastic. Let's get started!

         You will need:

• Any type(s) of chocolate you want! You can use all of the types or one type of chocolate, all to your preference!
• Ten to fifteen toothpicks
• Any type of filling you want! Example: caramel, toffee, ganache, melted chocolate, etc.
• Easter egg moulds
• Piping bag
• Melted flavor of your preference chocolate

                                  Steps

1. Pour the different types of chocolate into different bowls.
2. Melt all the types of chocolate in the microwave at ten second intervals before the chocolate is completely melted.
3. Pour the chocolate into the egg moulds.
4. Leave the eggs alone for ten to fifteen minutes.
5. After the ten to fifteen minute break, put the eggs in the fridge for twenty to sixty minutes.
6. Remove the chocolate from the moulds.
7. Fill a piping bag with your preference filling.
8. Fill in half of the eggs with your filling.
9. Take one filled and one unfilled eggs and stick them together using the melted chocolate.
10. Then, take your toothpick and wipe away any excess chocolate.
11. Repeat these steps with all the other eggs.
12. Put the filled eggs back in the mould and place them in the fridge for twenty more minutes.
13. Decorate and serve!

            I hope everyone enjoyed this recipe. Remember, the comments section is always open for advice, suggestions, or questions. Bye and keep coming for more mouth watering recipes!

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Caramel Fudge

         Hello readers! I don't know about you, but I am a very big fan of sweet things, especially fudge and caramel. These two things put together have a magical taste. Today I am going to show you how to make caramel fudge, a truly delightful treat. Let's get started!

      You will need:

• 125 grams butter
• 395 grams condensed milk
• two tablespoons golden syrup
• one cup brown sugar
• white chocolate
• a baking tray 

                              Steps

1. Pour the butter into a pan and heat it on the stove until it  is completely melted.
2. Add the condensed milk in the same pan as the butter.
3. Give the mixture a stir and add the golden syrup.
4. Add the brown sugar and stir thoroughly (keep the pot on low heat).
5. Turn off the heat and add white chocolate. Stir thoroughly until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency.
6. Pour the batter in the baking tray.
7. Leave the mixture on a flat surface for ten to fifteen minutes.
8. Place it in the fridge for about two to three hours.
9. Serve!

                                                        

   I hope everyone enjoyed this recipe. Remember, the comments section is always open for advice, suggestions, or questions. Bye and keep coming for more mouth watering recipes!

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Godiva Chocolate vs. Cadbury Chocolate: Which is better?

         Godiva Chocolate vs. Cadbury Chocolate: The Debate
      Chocolate is a favorite sweet of many. But many people do not consider what brand is best for them. In this post you will be able to explore the many facts behind the the two most popular brands of chocolate. You will even be able to state your opinion by taking the poll.
     Godiva Chocolate
    Since 1926, Godiva has been producing fine, belgium chocolate. Their most valued and first ingredient that leads to their area of expertise on fine chocolate making is a cocoa bean. Unlike the other chocolate making brands that rely heavily on artificial flavors and preservatives, Godiva chocolate is made from high quality ingredients. To learn more about Godiva chocolate, go to this website   Godiva Chocolate.
      Cadbury Chocolate
    Cadbury was founded over two hundred years ago. John Cadbury opened a small shop around eighteen twenty four. Then, in eighteen thirty one, he bought a small factory, in which he made chocolate. His customers expanded in eighteen fourty two. Ever since then, the Cadbury company has been making fine chocolate and filling us all with its mouthwatering taste. To learn more about Cadbury Chocolate, go to this website    Cadbury Chocolate.
        The Facts
     Discover the secrets behind the two most popular brands of chocolate: Cadbury and Godiva.

Milk Chocolate                                 

Godiva Chocolate	Cadbury Chocolate
1. In four chunks of Godiva’s milk chocolate, there are 220 calories.	1. In four chunks of Cadbury’s milk chocolate, there are 120 calories.
2. In four chunks of Godiva’s milk chocolate, there are 13 grams total fat.	2. In four chunks of Cadbury’s milk chocolate, there are 7 grams total fat.
3. In four chunks of Godiva’s milk chocolate, there are 20 grams sugar.	3. In four chunks of Cadbury’s milk chocolate, there are 13 grams sugar.
4.  In four chunks of Godiva’s milk chocolate, there are 3 grams protein.	4. In four chunks of Cadbury’s milk chocolate, there are 2 grams protein.
5. In four chunks of Godiva’s milk chocolate, there are 22 grams carbs.	5. In four chunks of Cadbury’s milk chocolate, there are 13 grams carbs.

Dark Chocolate

Godiva Chocolate	Cadbury Chocolate
1. In four pieces of Godiva’s dark chocolate, there are 240 calories.	1. In four pieces of Cadbury’s dark chocolate, there are 125 calories.
2. In four pieces of Godiva’s dark chocolate, there are 17 grams fat.	2. In four pieces of Cadbury’s dark chocolate, there are 7 grams fat.
3. In four pieces of Godiva’s dark chocolate, there are 11 grams sugar.	3. In four pieces of Cadbury’s dark chocolate, there are 14 grams sugar.
4. In four pieces of Godiva’s dark chocolate, there are 3 grams protein.	4. In four pieces of Cadbury’s dark chocolate, there is 1 gram protein.
5. In four pieces of Godiva’s dark chocolate, there are 19 grams carbs.	5. In four pieces of Cadbury’s dark chocolate, there are 15 grams carbs.

Top Five
Below you will find two lists of Godiva’s and Cadbury’s bestseller products.

Top Five Bestsellers: Godiva Chocolate

1. Dark Chocolate Truffles Dark Chocolate Truffles
2. Milk Chocolate Truffles Milk Chocolate Truffles
3. Gems- Milk Chocolate Caramels Gems- Milk Chocolate Caramels
4. Dark Chocolate with Raspberry Filling (bar) Dark Chocolate with Raspberry Filling
5. Assorted Truffles Assorted Truffles

   Top Five Bestsellers: Cadbury Chocolate

1. Fruit and Nut Fruit and Nut
2. Milk Chocolate Bar Milk Chocolate Bar
3. Roses Roses
4. Chocolate Fingers Chocolate Fingers
5. Fudge Fudge

You Decide
You’ve looked at all the facts and information. Which is better? Give your opinion by taking the poll on the top right hand of my blog or by leaving a comment.

Duncan Hines vs. Betty Crocker: Which is better?

Duncan Hines vs. Betty Crocker: The debate is finally here.
     Duncan Hines and Betty Crocker are probably the most popular type of baking mixes there are today. Which one do you use? Which one do you think is the best? Have you ever sat down to think about it. The answer is most likely no. Today you will be able to discover facts about the two and you will be able to state your opinion. 

Duncan Hines
Duncan Hines is a manufacturer of cake/ cupcake mixes, ready made frosting, and icing. It is especially famous for its superb red velvet cake mix. Duncan Hines was born in Bowling Green, Kentucky. After being featured in a Saturday Evening Post, the symbol of "Recommended by Duncan Hines" becomes popular. Hines-Park foods Inc. is started and the company begins to grow. Hines dies before his 79th birthday but the Duncan Hines company still continues. Go to this website to learn more about Duncan Hines and his company http://www.duncanhines.com/about-us.
Betty Crocker
Betty Crocker is a manufacturer of ready made meals, cake and cupcake mixes, ready made frosting, icing, and much more. It is mostly famous for its cake mixes that always have puddings in them to give them an extra fine texture. Betty  Crocker started out as a small girl. In 1921, a company called Gold Medal Flour declared a contest. They had to correctly complete a jigsaw puzzle. For a prize they got a pincushion that resembled a flour sack. The name Betty Crocker was created to personalize questions from consumers. The company was starting to expand and therefore, Betty Crocker kitchens were started. To learn more, go to this website: http://www.bettycrocker.com/tips/aboutthekitchens/history.
The Facts:
       Below you will find a comparison of Duncan Hines red velvet cake and brownies and Betty Crocker red velvet cake and brownies.
Red Velvet Cake

Duncan Hines Betty Crocker 1. In Duncan Hines red velvet cake mix (one slice), there is 6% total fat. 1. In Betty Crocker red velvet cake mix (one slice), there is 2% total fat. 2. In one slice of Duncan Hines red velvet cake there are 180 calories. 2. In one slice of Betty Crocker red velvet cake there are 223 calories. 3. In one slice of Duncan Hines red velvet cake there are 33 grams of carbohydrates. 3. In one slice of Betty Crocker red velvet cake there are 35 grams of carbohydrates. 4. In one slice of Duncan Hines red velvet cake there is eight percent calcium. 4. In one slice of Betty Crocker red velvet cake there is zero percent calcium 5. In one slice of Duncan Hines red velvet cake there is two grams protein. 5. In one slice of Betty Crocker red velvet cake there is four grams protein.

                                                       

                                       Brownie

Duncan Hines	Betty Crocker
1. In Duncan Hines brownie mix, there are 15 grams sugar.	1. In Betty Crocker brownie mix, there are 16 grams sugar.
2. In one slice of a Duncan Hines brownie, there are 2 grams protein.	2. In one slice of a Betty Crocker brownie, there is 1 gram protein.
3. One Duncan Hines brownie mix costs $5.83.	3. One Betty Crocker brownie mix costs $4.38.
4. One Duncan Hines brownie has 10 grams total fat.	4. One Betty Crocker brownie has 1 gram total fat.
5. One Duncan Hines brownie slice has 180 calories.	5. One Betty Crocker brownie slice has 170 calories.

Top five bestseller products: Duncan Hines

Below you will find a top five list of best selling products from Duncan Hines and Betty Crocker.

1. Duncan Hines red velvet cake Red Velvet Cake
2. Duncan Hines classic yellow cake Classic Yellow Cake
3. Duncan Hines chewy fudge brownies Chewy Fudge Brownies
4. Duncan Hines cream cheese icing Cream Cheese Icing
5. Duncan Hines dark chocolate fudge cake Dark chocolate fudge cake

Top five bestseller products: Betty Crocker

1. Betty Crocker chocolate fudge cake Chocolate fudge cake
2. Betty Crocker fudge brownies Fudge Brownies
3. Betty Crocker wild blueberry muffins Wild blueberry muffins
4. Betty Crocker homemade oatmeal chocolate chip cookies Homemade oatmeal chocolate chip cookies
5. Betty Crocker yellow cake cupcake Yellow cake cupcake

What do you think?

What do you think? Betty Crocker or Duncan Hines? Give your opinion by taking the poll at the top right hand corner of my blog. 

Cafe Mocha

              It's nearly the end of February and the temperatures are dropping, not giving any sign of wanting to come up. At these times of the year, we curl up on the couch with our blankets and store-bought coffee. Instead of buying coffee or mocha from stores, why don't you make it at home. Make the chilling month of February enjoyable with a drink made from your hands. Today I am going to be showing you how to make mocha! Let's get started!

        You will need:

• Dark chocolate sauce
• Sixteen ounces of cold milk
• Espresso
• A large mug
• A kitchen ladle

Steps

1. Pour three ounces of your dark chocolate sauce into your milk
2. Pour the concoction into a pot and set it on the stove.
3. Lightly stir your mixture while it is heating (keep in mind, it should heat no more than two minutes).
4. Set the mixture aside.
5. Take the kitchen ladle, the mixture, the espresso, and the mug. Pour the mocha in the mug while holding back the foam with the ladle. 
6. Pour in the espresso.
7.  Allow the creamy foam to rest on top of your mocha. 

                                   Topping Time!

        This an optional part of your mocha to make it more tasty.

    You will need:

• Whipped Cream
• A cherry 
• Melted chocolate

1. Pour the whipped cream on top of your mocha
2. Taking a spoon, scatter the chocolate over the whipped cream
3. Add the cherry on the top of the whipped cream
4. Drink!

                    I hope everyone enjoyed this recipe. Remember, the comments section is always open for advice, suggestions, or questions. Bye and keep coming for more mouth watering recipes!

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