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August 4, 2021

Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream with Maple Waffle Bites

Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream with Maple Waffle Bites

August 4, 2021

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After a big, 2pm Mother’s Day Brunch last weeken

After a big, 2pm Mother’s Day Brunch last weekend, I didn’t want to prepare a large dinner for my mom. Instead, I decided to prepare a cheese tasting for her (cheese is her favorite food in the world).

From left to right:

Goat Gouda with whipped lemon honey and fresh basil

Cashel blue with fresh pear, honeycomb, smoked salt

Myzithra with strawberry rhubarb preserves, castelvetrano olives, fresh chives from the garden, rosemary crackers

Dubliner with Irish stout paired with caramelized onions, raisins, and torn toasted baguette

Buffalo mozzarella with tomato paste, pesto, and vanilla balsamic vinegar

Jasper Hill Farm Whitney, melted, with char grilled zucchini and coriander honey

Jasper Hill Harbison with fresh apple and croissant

Port Salut with quince paste and chili spiced pistachios

Truffle Pecorino Romano, bruleed with sugar, and everything bagel croissant

Each group of cheese was paired with a wine as well. It was a lovely way to round out Mother’s Day 🧀💛

Cheese from @murrayscheese @cashelfarmhousecheese @jasperhillfarm @kerrygoldusa

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with Burrata and Toasted Br

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with Burrata and Toasted Breadcrumbs 🍝 🧄

A simple Italian classic, this pasta is everything you want. Silky, garlicky, cheesy, and savory – its spaghetti at its best.

INGREDIENTS (serves 4)

1 lb dry spaghetti
1 whole bulb garlic
⅓ cup olive oil
red pepper flakes to taste
kosher salt to taste
⅓ cup breadcrumbs
2 tsp dried parsley
2 balls burrata

INSTRUCTIONS

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta until just before al-dente, about 8 minutes.
While the pasta cooks, peel and mince the garlic.
Heat ⅓ cup of the olive oil over medium heat in a large saute pan. Add the minced garlic and cook until just barely turning golden.
Stir in few pinches of red pepper flakes (if you like a little heat) and 1 cup of the pasta water.
Add salt to taste (about a teaspoon usually) and allow the sauce to simmer until slightly thickened (3-5 minutes).
In a separate pan warm 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the breadcrumbs, parsley, ½ tsp cracked black pepper and ¼ tsp salt.
Toast the breadcrumbs until just golden, stirring often, 3-4 minutes.
When the sauce is slightly thickened, add the boiled pasta to the pan. Stir the pasta into the sauce and allow to simmer until combined and the pasta is finished cooking, about 2 minutes.
Transfer the pasta to bowls. Top with extra sauce from the pan, a sprinkle of toasted breadcrumbs, and half a ball of burrata.
Serve warm, with extra red pepper flakes for optional sprinkling.

Recipe also at the link in my bio and https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/spaghetti-aglio-e-olio-with-burrata-and-toasted-breadcrumbs/#recipe

Homemade Ciabatta Rolls - the best bread you’ve

Homemade Ciabatta Rolls - the best bread you’ve ever made at home

Recipe at the link in my bio or at https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/homemade-ciabatta-rolls/
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#homemadebread #baking #bakingathome #bread #breadfromscratch #ciabatta #homemadeciabatta #dinnerrolls #recipe #bakingrecipes #breadrecipe #italianbread #foodreels #freshbread #bakery #surlatable #makemore #food52 #thefeedfeed

White Lasagna with Basil Pesto 🌿 We planted ou

White Lasagna with Basil Pesto 🌿
We planted our garden today, and that got me inspired to talk about this delicious white lasagna, with an amazing basil béchamel.

🌿 Creamy, basil bechamel sauce. Earthy roasted vegetables. Bright and herby pesto. Sharp romano cheese and creamy ricotta. A thick layer of melty, bubbly mozzarella. Sound good? This White Lasagna with Basil Pesto takes those elements and combines them into one of the most comforting dishes possible. You won’t miss the marinara sauce or meat in this lasagna at all – it’s one of a kind and different in a good way. Your time preparing this lasagna will be well spent from the moment you start to smell it bubbling away in the oven. Even more so if you make two and freeze one for later! This lasagna also works great as a make ahead meal for family dinners and gatherings of any kind.

Recipe at the link in my bio or at https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/white-lasagna-with-basil-pesto/

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#food #lasagna #pasta #cheese #cooking #pesto #basil #cheesy #comfortfood #eeeeeats #italianfood #eggplant #onmytable #recipe #easyrecipe#weeknightcooking #garden #summer #herbs #basilplant #surlatable #makemore

The last one was definitely my favorite ❤️ @l

The last one was definitely my favorite ❤️
@leonasllc Ice Cream Sandwiches will 100% be in my rotation this summer! Perfectly balanced, creative flavors with soft cookies and super creamy ice cream? Sign me up.

I found these at @janoski.farms !

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#salty #sweet #icecream #dessert #summerdessert #summer #summerfood #icecreamsandwich #blacksesameicecream #saltysweet #saltsweet #strawberrypretzelsalad #lavender #sugarcookies #cookies #tahini #pittsburgh #412 #412eats #pittsburgheats #pittsburghfoodie #pittsburghfood #salt #lactosefree #foodreels #whattodoinpittsburgh

Lemon Ricotta Muffins with Vanilla Crumble 🍋 Fl

Lemon Ricotta Muffins with Vanilla Crumble 🍋
Fluffy, tender, moist, and full of sweet citrus flavor 💛 Perfect for spring!

Recipe at the link in my bio or at https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/lemon-ricotta-muffins-with-vanilla-crumble/
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#muffins #lemon #ricotta #italianfood #lemonricotta #blueandyellow #baking #sweets #dessert #breakfast #brunch #surlatable #thefeedfeed #food52 #foodreels #mothersday #makemore

The weather is starting to warm up which means bac

The weather is starting to warm up which means backyard gatherings and picnics are picking up again. If you need a quick appetizer, taco topping, or snack, try this Texas Caviar full of freshness and tex-mex flair 🌽 🍅 🥑

Recipe 👇🏼

INGREDIENTS

2 15 oz. cans black beans
2 7 oz. cans tex-mex or fiesta corn
1 ½ cups chopped fresh tomatoes
¼ yellow onion, finely chopped
4 green onions chopped
1 avocado roughly chopped
2 packs Good Seasons Italian Dressing Seasoning
¼ cup white vinegar
½ cup olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large bowl, mix together the black beans, corn, tomatoes, yellow onion, green onions, and avocado.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the seasoning packets, vinegar, and oil.
Pour the dressing over the veggies and thoroughly mix.
Serve as is or allow to marinate in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight.

Recipe is also at https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/mimis-texas-caviar/

Had so much fun at the @harvestseasonal Spring Win

Had so much fun at the @harvestseasonal Spring Winefest at @montagemtnpa 🍷 ! So many fun food and drink vendors, live music, and beautiful scenery. Can’t wait to check out the water park when it opens! Definitely a gem in Northeastern PA.

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#wine #winefest #spring #nepa #montagemountain #foodtrucks #summer #foodfestival #winefestival #woodfired #pizza #coconutshrimp #slushies #wineslushies #sangria #winetasting #icecream #scranton #moosic #pa #patourism #pennsylvania #pennsylvaniatourism #travelreels

Lavender Crème Brûlée: INGREDIENTS 8 large e

Lavender Crème Brûlée:

INGREDIENTS

8 large egg yolks
¾ cups sugar
¼ tsp kosher salt
2 tbsp vanilla extract
4 cups heavy cream
1 tbsp + ¾ tsp edible dried lavender

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the oven to 320°F.
Whisk the egg yolks, ½ cup of sugar, salt, and vanilla in a medium bowl.
Heat heavy cream and ¼ cup sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the lavender to the cream and let this mixture come to a slight simmer along the edges of the pan. Do not let the cream boil.
Once bubbles begin to form along the edges and the surface is steaming, remove the saucepan from the heat.
Slowly stream in about ¼ cup of the heated cream to the egg yolks, whisking vigorously.
Repeat with another ½ cup of cream.
Add the warm yolk mixture into the saucepan with the cream, stirring constantly, and whisk vigorously to combine.
Pour this custard through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl. Discard the lavender pieces.
Ladle the custard evenly among 8 (6 oz.) ramekins.
Place the ramekins in a deep roasting pan and place them in the oven on the second to lowest rack.
Pour hot water into the roasting pan until the water reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins, being careful not to pour any water into the actual ramekins.
Bake at 320°F for approximately 1 hour, or until the creme brulée is set and the centers only tremble slightly when shaken. If after an hour, the creme brulée is still not set, increase the heat to 350°F for another 10 minutes or so, keeping an eye on them.
Let the creme brulée come to room temperature before covering with plastic wrap and placing in the refrigerator to chill for at least 3 hours (or overnight).
With a kitchen torch, brûlée the tops and serve.

#lavender #cremebrulee #recipereels #cookingreels #dessert #custard #frenchfood #edibleflowers #baking #sugar #brulee

These Jam Twists with Baked Brie have got EVERYTHI

These Jam Twists with Baked Brie have got EVERYTHING I need. Flaky crescent dough swirled with sweet jam and dipped into melty Brie cheese? What’s not to love ❤️

Recipe below or at https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/jam-twists-with-baked-brie/

INGREDIENTS

-2 Eight-oz. tubes crescent dough sheet
-⅔ cup jam (total) can be divided among 2 or 3 types, I used blackberry jam, onion and garlic jam, and chile fig jam
-8 oz. wheel brie cheese
-1 egg
-kosher salt
-freshly cracked black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Carefully open and place each crescent dough sheet onto its own piece of parchment paper. Gently roll out the sheets until approximately 15 inches x 15 inches.

Slide one of the dough sheets, including the parchment paper, onto a baking sheet.
Place the wheel of Brie into the center of the dough sheet. Spread the jam or jams onto the dough surrounding the Brie, forming an even layer to each edge.

Carefully lift the second crescent dough sheet off of its parchment paper and lay over the Brie and jam. Press along the dough, encasing the Brie in dough and covering the jam. If there are any large air bubbles, you can use a knife to poke a small hole, pressing out the bubble.

Using a knife, slice the dough surrounding the Brie, creating 1 inch wide strips extending out from the center.
Twist each dough strip 3-4 times, creating a swirl.
Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water. Brush the dough with a thin layer of egg wash.

Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the egg wash.
Transfer to oven and bake, 15-17 minutes, or until the dough is evenly browned.
Remove from oven. Use a knife to slice and remove a circle of dough from the top of the Brie.

Serve immediately, pulling off twists of bread and dipping into the melted Brie.

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#baking #cheese #cheesy #cheesepull #cookingreels #recipereels #foodreels #howto #onmytable #recipe #easyrecipe#weeknightcooking

The most ridiculously nutty, rich, buttery cookies

The most ridiculously nutty, rich, buttery cookies you’ve ever had. Browning some of the butter ahead of time turns these cookies from pretty good into “get these away from me” territory. Iykyk.

Recipe at the link in my bio and at https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/brown-butter-pecan-cookies/

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#iykyk #pecan #pecancookies #butter #brownedbutter #brownedbuttercookies #cookies #cookierecipe #baking #bakingrecipes #easyrecipes #easycooking #easycookies #mothersday #mothersdaygift #mothersdayrecipes #dessert #sweets #sugar #cookingreels #dessertreels #nuts

If there was any possible way to improve upon riso

If there was any possible way to improve upon risotto, making arancini is it. Filling balls of risotto with cheese, frying until crisp, and dipping in warm marinara? Next level. This Mushroom Arancini with Gruyere is the perfect way to use up leftover risotto, or the perfect excuse to whip up a fresh batch. The combination of flavors and textures in these arancini make them truly delectable. A crispy, golden brown exterior. Tender, earthy risotto inside. A core of melty, sharp Gruyere. There’s nothing not to love about this classic Sicilian treat. They are also fully customizable depending on whatever risotto and cheese you have on hand or prefer. So go ahead and whip up a batch (or two) and thank me later.

Recipe at the link in my bio and at https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/mushroom-arancini-with-gruyere/

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#foodreels #arancini #cheesy #mushroom #cheesepull #gruyere #mushroomarancini #italianfood #appetizers #appetizerrecipe #marinara #sauce #sundaysauce

It’s Derby Day! 🐎 Celebrate with two classic

It’s Derby Day! 🐎

Celebrate with two classic cocktails enjoyed around these races: the Mint Julep and the Oaks Lily 🍸

Everyone knows the Mint Julep is the Derby’s classic cocktail, and the Kentucky Oaks is a race for fillies traditionally held the day before the Kentucky Derby. The Oaks Lily is its signature drink.

Recipes below ⬇️ (and yes, that is the wrong glass and ice for a traditional mint julep, but I wanted you to be able to see the colors of the drink; there’s a glass of crushed ice ready to pour it into right behind it 😂)

Mint Julep:

INGREDIENTS

1 small bunch mint leaves
¼ oz. simple syrup
2 oz. bourbon
crushed ice
bitters (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Muddle a small bunch of mint leaves at the bottom of your glass with ¼ ounce simple syrup.
Top with the bourbon, then fill the glass with crushed ice and stir.
Top with more crushed ice, a few leaves of mint, and a dash of bitters if desired.
Serve and enjoy.

Oaks Lily:

INGREDIENTS

1 ½ oz. vodka
½ oz. triple sec
3 oz. cranberry juice
½ oz. freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ oz. simple syrup
blackberries, for garnish
lemon slices, for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

Combine all ingredients except the blackberries and lemon slices in a tall glass.
Top with ice and stir to combine.
Garnish with blackberries and a lemon slice.

New ✨Brown Butter Pecan Cookies These Brown Bu

New ✨Brown Butter Pecan Cookies

These Brown Butter Pecan Cookies are a perfect treat for anyone who loves the combination of rich, nutty, buttery flavors in a dessert. Think – caramel meets toffee meets pecan brittle. My sister’s recipe for these cookies combine the best of those flavors and are not only easy to make, but are also so delicious that you’ll want to bake them over and over again. The recipe is perfect for any occasion, but I think these cookies taste fantastic with vanilla ice cream sandwiched between them on a summer night (butter pecan ice cream sandwich, anyone?).

Recipe at the link in my bio and at https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/brown-butter-pecan-cookies/

Sugar Snap Pea and Radicchio Slaw 🌷 A quick,

Sugar Snap Pea and Radicchio Slaw 🌷

A quick, crunchy, bitter-sweet slaw that combines the colors and flavors of spring into one irresistible bite.

Recipe Below 👇🏼

INGREDIENTS
1 pound sugar snap peas
1 small head radicchio
3 green onions
2 tbsp mayonnaise
½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
1 ½ tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp honey
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup white wine vinegar

INSTRUCTIONS
Thinly slice the sugar snap peas, radicchio, and green onions.
In a large bowl, combine the peas, radicchio, green onions, mayonnaise, black pepper, salt, honey, olive oil, and white wine vinegar.
Stir to combine. Taste, and add more salt, oil, pepper, or vinegar if desired.
Refrigerate, or serve immediately.

#food #sugarsnappeas #radicchio #slaw #veggies #vegetarian #spring #healthy #healthyeating #healthyrecipes #cooking #foodiesofinstagram #onmytable #recipe #easyrecipe#weeknightcooking
#healthyreels #cookingreels #recipereel #surlatable #makemore

Really enjoyed trying out a local Vietnamese resta

Really enjoyed trying out a local Vietnamese restaurant, Saigon 88, through @insider.eats !

The food was fresh and flavorful, and I would definitely try some of the other dishes too when I’m in the area. Using @insider.eats to order and grab the takeout was nice, and they have lots of options for international food around the city.

What should I try next?

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#localfood #pittsburghfoodie #pittsburghfood #vietnamese #pho #robinsonpa #taro #taromilktea #tarobubbletea #poke #bulgogi #bulgogifries #localrestaurant #westernpa #internationalfood #tryeverything #localfoodie #pittsburghfoodblogger #localblogger #foodreels #restaurantreview

“Squash Blossom” Pizza 🍕 For this simple

“Squash Blossom” Pizza 🍕

For this simple pizza, I was inspired by the spring flavors of stuffed squash blossoms.

Top your dough with ricotta, yellow squash ribbons, and fresh mozzarella. I cooked mine on a hot grill. Finish with fresh basil, scallion curls, and olive oil (I used jalapeño infused olive oil).

The perfect pizza for spring!☀️

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#pizza #cookingreels #grilledpizza #homemade #homemadepizza #yellowsquash #squashblossom #stuffedsquashblossoms #foodreels #recipe #recipereels #feedfeed#nytcooking#food52#food52grams#cooksillustrated#huffposttaste#bonappetit#f52gram#eastcoastfoodies#delish#thefeedfeed #surlatable #summer #perfectlyimperfect #makemore

Lemon-Basil 🌿 Zucchini Pasta Salad • Recipe B

Lemon-Basil 🌿 Zucchini Pasta Salad • Recipe Below ⬇️

Pasta salad can be a polarizing dish. Creamy or oil-and-vinegar? What shape of pasta to use? Cheese or no cheese? Love it or hate it? Personally, I think this Lemon-Basil Zucchini Pasta Salad puts many of those questions to rest and could please even the most avid pasta-salad-hater. This version starts out like many others, with a short, bite sized pasta – but then the flavors head in a new direction. Loads of bright, lemony flavor mingle with herby basil, crisp fresh zucchini, peppery arugula, and creamy mozzarella for a pasta salad like you’ve never had before. This salad tastes equally good cold, room temperature, and warm (I know, its hard to wait for the pasta to cool sometimes). Bottom line? Give this recipe a try and prepare to redefine what you thought pasta salad could be.

INGREDIENTS

24 oz. uncooked short pasta
olive oil
2 cups raw zucchini, chopped
1 cup baby spinach, chopped
1 cup baby arugula
½ cup basil, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 large lemons, zested
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 cup fresh mozzarella or burrata, torn
¼ cup scallions, chopped
½ cup salted, roasted, sunflower seeds
kosher salt
black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain, and toss lightly with olive oil.
Allow the pasta to cool completely.
When the pasta is cool, in a large bowl combine the cooked pasta, ¼ cup olive oil, zucchini, baby spinach, baby arugula, basil, garlic, zest and juice of both lemons, white wine vinegar, mozzarella, scallions, sunflower seeds, and salt and pepper to taste. Taste, and add more oil or vinegar if desired.
Serve, at room temperature or chilled.

https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/lemon-basil-zucchini-pasta-salad/

🍋 Lemon Ricotta Muffins with Vanilla Crumble 🍋 Recipe below ⬇️

These Lemon Ricotta Muffins with Vanilla Crumble are good. Really good. As someone who tends to prefer lemon in savory applications, there’s only a few lemon desserts I really like, one of them being a lemon cake from a local Italian restaurant. That was the flavor I tried to replicate when creating these muffins. Tender, moist, and fluffy, with enough citrusy flavor to highlight the lemon but not so much that it tastes fake. I think I struck the perfect balance here. The ricotta keeps these muffins from drying out and adds a bakery-like richness. And that vanilla crumble on top adds just a little crunch and extra sweetness – definitely don’t skip it. They’re the perfect snack on a spring afternoon, as part of a Mother’s Day brunch, or anytime!

Recipe:

INGREDIENTS
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup sugar
1 stick salted butter, softened
1 cup whole-milk ricotta
1 large egg
4 tsp lemon zest (from about 4 lemons)
2 tbsp lemon juice
½ cup milk
Vanilla Crumble
⅓ cup sugar
2 tbsp salted butter, melted
1 tbsp flour
1 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip together the butter, sugar, lemon zest, and ricotta until well combined.
Mix the egg, lemon juice and milk into the ricotta mixture.
Fold in the flour mixture, ½ cup at a time until just combined.
Spray a muffin pan with non-stick spray or line with paper liners.
Evenly scoop the batter into the muffin pan, dividing it equally amongst the cups.
Make the Vanilla Crumble:
Mix together the sugar, melted butter, flour, and vanilla. It should form a thick paste.
Sprinkle this crumble over the tops of each unbaked muffin, dividing evenly amongst the 12 muffins.
Bake the muffins, about 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Serve and enjoy.

https://www.fortheperfectbite.com/lemon-ricotta-muffins-with-vanilla-crumble/

Dianoia’s Eatery @dianoiaseatery in the Strip Di

Dianoia’s Eatery @dianoiaseatery in the Strip District is the perfect spot to pretend you’re in Rome for an evening. Good cocktails and even better pasta are served among cheerful and classic Italian decor. I’ll be dreaming about my Pasta Aglio e Formaggio for awhile 😍
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#dianoiaseatery #dianoias #thestrip #stripdistrict #stripdistrictpittsburgh #pittsburgh #412 #pittsburgheats #pasta #italianfood #italianrestaurant #restaurantreels #foodreels #hotspot #wine #cocktails #bread #asparagus

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