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From amaranth to wheat berries, here are the cooking times and tips to know. How to Cook Grains in the Instant Pot Cooking all manner of grains in the Instant Pot is as easy as adding the grains and water to the pot, closing the lid, then selecting the time at high pressure based on the chart you’ll find at the end of this post. Once the cooking program ends, let the grains rest for 10 minutes then release the pressure, open the pot, fluff with a fork, and enjoy!...

This cake is reminiscent of an old-fashioned strawberry cake. I used strawberry preserves to boost the berry flavor and layer the filling with sliced strawberries to give you fresh strawberry taste in every bite. Whirls of airy seven-minute frosting make this cake a showstopper. Garnish with whole berries for a beautiful finish. It’s a homestyle cake for all occasions. Use Jam for Extra Strawberry Flavor I wanted a cake with super-duper strawberry flavor....

The shrimp look so amazing packed into a jar. You can see the pink curls against the glass, with spices and herbs swirling around them. Pickled shrimp is an easy, make-ahead appetizer that never fails to impress. All you do to make it is to poach some shrimp and then pack them into a big crock or canning jar with simple pickling spices, vinegar, and olive oil. Let this sit in the fridge for a day or two, and pull out the jar just before the party starts....

The combination of pumpkin spice and tangy cream cheese brings the extra comfort you need to welcome the colder weather. They’re almost like pumpkin cheesecake, except you can have them for breakfast. These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are an easy and indulgent treat for a cold fall morning. They’re a welcoming recipe to share with friends and family, or you could even just make a batch for yourself. They would be an especially festive way to kick off a Thanksgiving breakfast or brunch....

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This hearty lamb stew is well-seasoned with cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and cayenne. The meat keeps its delicious and distinctive taste, while the seasonings add intrigue to every bite. I think that leg of lamb, cut into cubes, makes the best stew. You don’t need a butcher to do it: Buy a pre-boned leg of lamb and cut it into cubes yourself. Start by cutting apart the smaller muscles that make up the leg – when you remove the leg from its wrapping, you’ll see that these muscles are loosely held together with deep cracks running between them....

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1. Know what (and what not) to bring onto the island DO Bring: DON’T Bring: Money- Don’t even bother bringing cash or cards onto the island. They don’t even accept them anywhere. Not even in the gift shops. The one (and only) place that accepts cash is the post office. If you decide to buy stamps there or mail a postcard, you will only need a small bill or two. Life Jackets- They have these all over the island in all different sizes....

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Baked Feta Pasta You can never go wrong with Italian-inspired meals, especially a good, hearty pasta. We love using fresh, garden tomatoes for our spaghetti sauce and will often make homemade canned spaghetti sauce when we have an abundance of tomatoes so we can enjoy the bright, fresh flavor all year long. This Baked Feta Pasta comes together in less than an hour and tastes like something you would order at a restaurant!...

What is Chicken Piccata? Chicken piccata is nothing more than chicken breast cutlets, dredged in flour, browned, and served with a sauce of butter, lemon juice, capers, and either stock or white wine. It can be prepared in 30 minutes or less and is so easy and delicious it should be part of every home cook’s repertoire. It’s perfect for a quick midweek meal! Topping Variations to Try Capers aren’t everyone’s cup of tea, so feel free to leave them out even though they do add a briny bite to the dish....

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Video: How to Make Dump Cake From Scratch What Is a Dump Cake? Classic dump cakes, my mom’s included, were made with canned pie filling, a box of dry cake mix, and melted butter. The ingredients were dumped into the pan—fruit first, then cake mix, followed by the melted butter. No mixing; just layer and bake. The whole thing came out of the oven resembling something between a cobbler and streusel....

No Bake Cheesecake I don’t know about you, but when the temperatures start rising, I hate turning on my oven. It heats up the whole house! That is why I love this cheesecake recipe. You get a rich, creamy, tangy cheesecake and you don’t even touch the oven. I like to serve this cheesecake with fresh berries on top, but it would also be delicious with chocolate or caramel sauce. Let us know in the comments if your family has any fun cheesecake topping ideas that we should try!...

Punch for Thanksgiving or Christmas A festive Christmas Punch recipe is a great way to start any holiday gathering. It is the perfect complement to appetizers or a full holiday meal. Just one look at the beautiful colors and your guests will know you made a special effort to brighten their holiday season. What ingredients are in a Holiday Punch recipe? Our Holiday Punch is a drink the whole family can enjoy....

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Look no more, this is it. This napa cabbage picnic salad has been a favorite of my friends and neighbors for years. It’s one of the most requested potluck salads I’ve ever made. My neighbor Pat first introduced it to me, followed by my friend Chigiy. The original recipe comes from Sunset magazine (July 2004) and serves a crowd. We’ve scaled the recipe back for a regular family and friends meal, but you can easily scale it up for a large picnic....

This chocolate chip pumpkin sheet cake recipe is perfect for parties, potlucks, and get togethers over the holidays! Everyone loves the rich pumpkin flavor paired with chocolate morsels and luscious cream cheese frosting. Because it’s one of the easiest pumpkin cakes to make, it is one of our most popular pumpkin desserts. You can frost the cake completely, or make it more decorative as pictured below. Ingredients in Pumpkin Sheet Cake All you need is a sheet pan and a few pantry ingredients, and you will soon have a gorgeous dessert for any fall occasion....