Tropical Coconut Pistachio Meringues

Tropical Coconut Pistachio Meringues

Light, airy meringues with a tropical twist of coconut and a touch of pistachio crunch!
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Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Food processor
  • Pastry bag with 1.5 cm star tip
  • Standing mixer with whisk attachment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 150°C and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a food processor, pulse the coconut, 1/3 cup of the sugar, and cornstarch until finely ground.
  • In the bowl of a standing electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites and salt at medium-high speed until firm peaks form.
  • Gradually add the remaining 2/3 cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, while beating until the mixture is stiff and glossy.
  • Gently fold in the coconut mixture.
  • Transfer the meringue to a pastry bag fitted with a 1.
  • 5 cm star tip.
  • Pipe 4 cm mounds of meringue onto the baking sheets, spacing them about 3 cm apart.
  • Sprinkle each meringue with chopped pistachios.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, rotating the baking sheets from top to bottom and front to back halfway through baking, until the meringues are slightly browned and set but still soft inside.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice
Pair with a light, sparkling Moscato for a refreshing balance to the sweetness.

Nutrition values

Calories: 70 kcal | koolhydraten: 9 g | Eiwitten: 1 g | Vet: 3 g | Suiker: 7 g
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Festive Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti

Festive Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti

Deliciously crunchy biscotti with cranberries and pistachios, perfect for the holidays!
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Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Large bowl
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 150°C.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the oil and sugar until well blended.
  • Add the vanilla and almond extracts, then beat in the eggs.
  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder.
  • Gradually stir this into the egg mixture.
  • Mix in the cranberries and pistachio nuts by hand.
  • Divide the dough in half.
  • Form two logs on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • If the dough is sticky, wet your hands with cool water to handle it more easily.
  • Bake for 35 minutes or until the logs are light brown.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
  • Reduce oven heat to 135°C.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice
A sweet dessert wine, such as Vin Santo, pairs wonderfully with these biscotti.

Nutrition values

Calories: 150 kcal | koolhydraten: 18 g | Eiwitten: 3 g | Vet: 7 g | Suiker: 10 g
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Cuisine; Italian
Diets; Vegetarian

Cranberry Buttermilk Panna Cotta

Cranberry Buttermilk Panna Cotta

A festive cranberry panna cotta, perfect for a light, elegant holiday dessert.
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Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Rubber spatula

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare Cranberry Sauce:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, and water.
  • Bring to a boil, then simmer over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries soften, about 5 minutes.

Mash Cranberries:

  • Using the back of a spoon, mash the cranberries to create a thick sauce.

Cool the Sauce:

  • Transfer the sauce to a large bowl and refrigerate, stirring occasionally, until cool, about 15 minutes.

Combine with Buttermilk:

  • Stir 3 cups of the buttermilk into the cooled cranberry sauce.

Dissolve Gelatin:

  • In a small saucepan, sprinkle the gelatin over the remaining 1/2 cup of buttermilk.
  • Let it stand for 5 minutes to dissolve.

Melt Gelatin:

  • Heat the buttermilk and gelatin mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally, until warm and the gelatin is melted, about 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Fold this into the cranberry mixture.

Set Panna Cotta:

  • Pour the mixture evenly into 8 glasses.
  • Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours until set.

Serve:

  • Top each panna cotta with a small dollop of yogurt and a few candied rose petals before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
A sparkling rosé or a light, slightly sweet dessert wine pairs well with this panna cotta.

Nutrition values

Calories: 98.2 kcal | koolhydraten: 17.4 g | Eiwitten: 4.8 g | Vet: 1.2 g | Suiker: 14.4 g
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Course; Dessert
Cuisine; Italian
Diets; Low Fat

Creamy Christmas Eve Hot Chocolate

Creamy Christmas Eve Hot Chocolate

Warm up with this creamy, rich crockpot hot chocolate—perfect for Christmas Eve!
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Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • ladle,

Ingredients

Instructions

Combine Ingredients:

  • In a crockpot, add the whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and cocoa powder.
  • Stir everything together to combine.

Cook on Low:

  • Set the crockpot to low and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure the chocolate melts evenly.

Add Vanilla:

  • After 2 hours, add the vanilla extract and give it one final stir.

Serve:

  • Ladle into mugs and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of crushed candy canes for extra holiday cheer!

Notes & Wine Advice

Tips:
  • Add a Peppermint Twist:
A few drops of peppermint extract can add a minty holiday flavor.
  • Serving Suggestion:
For an adult version, add a splash of Irish cream or peppermint schnapps to each mug.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a glass of cream-based liqueur like Bailey’s for a cozy holiday treat.
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Pork Belly with New Potatoes

Pork Belly with New Potatoes

Crispy pork belly with tender new potatoes, cooked to perfection in the air fryer.
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Equipment

  • Airfreyer
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 390°F.
  • Pat dry the pork belly and season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and turmeric.
  • Add oyster sauce and spritz the pork belly with nonstick cooking spray on all sides.
  • Place the pork belly in the preheated air fryer and cook for 30 minutes, turning every 10 minutes.
  • Increase the temperature to 400°F.
  • Add green onions, garlic, and new potatoes to the air fryer basket.
  • Cook for an additional 15 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally.
  • Serve warm.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc, to balance the richness of the pork belly.

Nutrition values

Calories: 547 kcal | koolhydraten: 20.9 g | Eiwitten: 41.1 g | Vet: 30.2 g | Suiker: 1.1 g
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Tender Spare Ribs

Tender Spare Ribs

Juicy and tender air-fried spare ribs with a smoky, savory marinade.
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Equipment

  • Airfreyer
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, toss the spareribs with fajita seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Pour in the beer and let it marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Rub the sides and bottom of the air fryer cooking basket with peanut oil.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 365°F and cook the spareribs for 17 minutes.
  • Turn the ribs over and cook for an additional 14 to 15 minutes.
  • Serve warm.
  • Bon appétit!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
Pair with a bold red wine, such as Zinfandel, to enhance the smoky flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 443 kcal | koolhydraten: 10 g | Eiwitten: 20.5 g | Vet: 35.2 g | Suiker: 3.1 g
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Cuisine; Mexican
Diets; Flexitarian

Pork Shoulder with Molasses Sauce

Pork Shoulder with Molasses Sauce

Tender pork shoulder with a rich, sweet molasses sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
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Equipment

  • Airfreyer
  • Ceramic dish
  • skillet

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large ceramic dish, combine molasses, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, garlic, ginger, and cilantro.
  • Add the pork shoulder and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Grease the air fryer cooking basket with sesame oil.
  • Place the marinated pork shoulder in the basket, reserving the marinade.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 395°F and cook the pork shoulder for 14 to 17 minutes, flipping and basting with the marinade halfway through.
  • Allow the pork to rest for 5 to 6 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • While the pork is cooking, heat the reserved marinade in a skillet over medium heat and cook until it thickens into a sauce.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
Pair with a dry Riesling to complement the sweetness of the molasses sauce.

Nutrition values

Calories: 353 kcal | koolhydraten: 13.5 g | Eiwitten: 29.2 g | Vet: 19.6 g | Suiker: 12.2 g
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Cuisine; China
Diets; Flexitarian

Mexican-Style Ground Pork with Peppers

Mexican-Style Ground Pork with Peppers

Spice up your dinner with this flavorful Mexican-style ground pork and peppers dish!
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Equipment

  • Airfreyer
  • baking pan

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the Airfryer to 395°F.
  • Roast the chili and red bell peppers for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Let the peppers steam for 10 minutes, then peel the skin, discard the stems and seeds, and slice the peppers in halves.
  • Heat olive oil in a baking pan at 380°F for 2 minutes.
  • Add the chopped shallots and cook for 4 minutes.
  • Add the ground pork and garlic, cooking for an additional 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the pureed tomatoes, marjoram, mustard seeds, celery seeds, oregano, fish sauce, chopped coriander, salt, and pepper.
  • Layer the sliced peppers over the mixture.
  • In a bowl, mix the water, chicken bouillon granules, and sherry wine.
  • Pour this mixture into the baking pan.
  • Cook in the air fryer at 395°F for 10 minutes.
  • Top with the Mexican cheese blend and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
Pair with a chilled Mexican lager or a light, fruity red like Tempranillo.

Nutrition values

Calories: 505 kcal | koolhydraten: 9.9 g | Eiwitten: 28 g | Vet: 39.4 g | Suiker: 5.1 g
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Cuisine; Mexican
Diets; Flexitarian

Ground Pork and Cheese Casserole

Ground Pork and Cheese Casserole

A creamy, cheesy casserole with ground pork and veggies for a satisfying meal!
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Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the Airfryer to 320°F.
  • Add olive oil to a baking dish and heat in the air fryer for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the ground pork, salt, and pepper to the baking dish and cook for 6 minutes, crumbling with a fork.
  • Add the sliced leek and cook for an additional 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add garlic, carrots, pimiento, cream of mushroom soup, water, ale, and cream cheese, stirring gently to combine.
  • Increase the temperature to 370°F.
  • Top the mixture with breadcrumbs, place the baking dish in the air fryer basket, and cook for approximately 30 minutes, or until thoroughly cooked.
  • Serve garnished with fresh cilantro.
  • Bon appétit!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
Pair this rich casserole with a light and fruity white wine like Pinot Grigio.

Nutrition values

Calories: 561 kcal | koolhydraten: 22.2 g | Eiwitten: 525 g | Vet: 28 g | Suiker: 7.7 g
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Italian-Style Honey Roasted Pork

Italian-Style Honey Roasted Pork

Savor the flavors of Italy with this honey-roasted pork loin, ready in under an hour!
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Equipment

  • Airfreyer
  • Ceramic Bowl
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a ceramic bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, red wine, mustard, honey, and garlic.
  • Add the pork top loin and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Spritz the sides and bottom of the cooking basket with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place the pork top loin in the basket and sprinkle with the Italian herb seasoning blend.
  • Cook the pork loin in an air fryer at 370°F for 10 minutes.
  • Flip halfway through, spray with cooking oil, and cook for an additional 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
A Chianti or Sangiovese wine complements the flavors of this Italian-style honey roasted pork.

Nutrition values

Calories: 314 kcal | koolhydraten: 13 g | Eiwitten: 41.8 g | Vet: 9.8 g | Suiker: 11.8 g
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Cuisine; Italian
Diets; Flexitarian