Garlic and Ranch Turkey Burgers
Garlic and ranch-flavored turkey burgers are a quick and delicious recipe for families on the go for a different spin on everyday burgers.

Set an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and give the grates a quick oiling.

In a bowl, combine the turkey, ranch mix, egg, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; knead until well combined.

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties.

For well-done, cook on the preheated grill for 5 minutes on each side.

The internal temperature should register 165 degrees Fahrenheit on an instant-read thermometer (74 degrees C)

ArnoldGreg April 2, 2026

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Thai Cucumber Salad
Try this Thai cucumber salad recipe for zesty cukes in a sweet and tangy vinaigrette — it’s just like the salad you’d get at your favorite Thai restaurant.

Toss cucumbers with salt in a colander; leave in the sink to drain for 30 minutes.

Rinse with cold water then drain and pat dry with paper towels.

Whisk sugar and vinegar together in a mixing bowl until sugar has dissolved.

Add cucumbers jalapeños and cilantro; toss to combine.

Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top just before serving.

ArnoldGreg April 1, 2026

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Twisty Cookies
Tangy cookies that are delicious!

Set oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees C).

Grease cookie sheets very lightly.

Combine eggs, butter, and both white and brown sugar.

Add salt, baking soda, and flour.

There will be stiff dough.

Whiskey, chocolate chips, and nuts are stirred in.

Using a tablespoon, drop the dough onto the baking sheet.

7-8 to 10-minute baking

ArnoldGreg March 31, 2026

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Simple Roasted Edamame
Edamame coated with olive oil, garlic, and salt are roasted until browned in this quick, simple recipe for a fun-to-eat appetizer or snack.

Set oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees C).

Edamame, olive oil, garlic, sea salt, and black pepper should all be mixed together in a big bowl and thoroughly coated.

On a baking sheet, spread out in a single layer.

For about 20 minutes, or until the edamame shells begin to brown, roast in the preheated oven while stirring every few minutes.

Serve eating whole popping beans straight from the shell.

ArnoldGreg March 30, 2026

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Fruity Sweet and Sour Sauce
Leftover maraschino cherry juice is the secret ingredient in that irresistible pink sweet and sour dipping sauce popular in restaurants for egg rolls. Making a batch only requires a few minutes.

In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the sugar, vinegar, maraschino cherry juice, and pineapple juice while stirring to dissolve the sugar.

To make a smooth paste, add the water to the cornstarch in a small bowl.

Bring to a simmer after stirring the cornstarch paste into the juice mixture.

Stir continuously for about a minute to allow the mixture to thicken.

ArnoldGreg March 29, 2026

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August Fig Cookies
For a nice, summery treat, chop your fresh figs and incorporate them into cookie dough.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Grease two baking sheets.

Mix butter white sugar and brown sugar by hand in a bowl.

Add egg and vanilla extract; stir to combine.

Combine flour baking powder cinnamon and salt together in a separate bowl; stir into sugar mixture.

Scoop the meat out of figs and reserve 2 tablespoons.

Chop figs and scooped middles.

Fold chopped figs and walnuts into the cookie dough.

Drop spoonfuls of batter on the prepared baking sheet.

Top each mound with small amounts of reserved fig pulp.

Bake in the preheated oven until the cookie edges are lightly browned 12 to 15 minutes.

ArnoldGreg March 28, 2026

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Italian Four-Layer Coconut Cream Cake
This four-layer Italian coconut cream cake with walnuts throughout and a silky cream cheese frosting on top will win you lots of compliments.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Grease and flour four 9-inch round cake pans.

Combine sugar butter shortening and egg yolks in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Mix in sifted flour coconut buttermilk walnuts baking soda and vanilla extract.

Beat egg whites in a glass metal or ceramic bowl just until stiff peaks form.

Fold into the cake batter.

Divide batter among the prepared cake pans.

ArnoldGreg March 27, 2026

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Mozzarella Basil Bread
Rounds of mozzarella cheese and basil-flavored yeast bread are baked before being cut into wedges for serving. It goes well with soup.

In a sizable mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar; stir until the sugar is dissolved.

Sprinkle yeast over the water’s surface and let it stand until it starts to froth up on the surface.

Add the yeast to the water and stir.

One cup of bread flour should be added along with salt, and the mixture should be loose.

Add one more cup of flour, along with the basil, milk, and mozzarella cheese.

Add the remaining 2 cups of flour, 1/2 cup at a time, to the mixture.

ArnoldGreg March 26, 2026

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Jalapeno Popper and Potato Chowder
Fresh jalapenos and sharp white Cheddar cheese add a spicy jalapeno popper twist to this easy potato chowder with bacon.

Place diced bacon in a skillet and over medium-high heat and cook until evenly browned about 10 minutes.

Drain bacon on paper towels.

Meanwhile melt butter over medium heat in a large stockpot.

Add yellow onion and jalapeno peppers; cook and stir until slightly browned 5 to 7 minutes.

Add potatoes chicken broth 1 cup milk salt rosemary garlic powder paprika oregano black pepper and red pepper flakes; bring to a boil.

Boil until potatoes are tender 15 to 20 minutes.

Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in cream cheese heavy cream and bacon; stir until cream cheese has melted.

ArnoldGreg March 25, 2026

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Orange Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake
A magnificent cheesecake with orange flavor and chocolatey goodness. Equal amounts of orange liqueur can be used in place of the orange juice. The flavor of these cheesecakes will take you to cheesecake heaven in addition to the amazing way they look.

Set the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees C).

The graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and butter should all be thoroughly combined in a medium bowl.

In a 9-inch springform pan, press into the bottom and 1 1/2 inches up the side.

For ten minutes, bake.

Melt chocolate by placing a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water and stirring until smooth.

Set aside for cooling but don’t let it get hard.

ArnoldGreg March 24, 2026

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