🍨 Mango Dessert 🥭

This simple and delicious dessert can be made with either fresh or frozen mango. The key is to choose a ripe fruit so it's juicy and sweet. Bake a sponge cake or use a store-bought one. Break it into pieces and layer it in dessert glasses with mango purée and a delicate cream. If desired, the sponge cake can be moistened with a light alcohol.

For the dessert:
🥭 Mango — 300 g
🥛 33% heavy cream — 150 ml
🧀 Cream cheese — 120 g
🍯 Powdered sugar — 3 tbsp
🍋 Lemon juice — 1 tbsp

For the sponge cake:
🌾 Wheat flour — 4 tbsp
🍚 Sugar — 2.5 tbsp
🥚 Eggs — 2 pcs

For serving:
🌿 Mint — to taste

Instructions:
🔪 Prepare ingredients — thaw frozen mango, wash and peel fresh mango.
🥚 Whip eggs with sugar until fluffy and uniform — the airy base for the sponge cake.
🌾 Add flour in batches — the batter should be smooth and free of lumps.
🔥 Bake for 25 minutes at 180°C — the golden sponge cake is ready.
🎂 Cool the sponge cake on a rack — the base is ready for assembly.
🥛 Whip cream with powdered sugar — the fluffy mixture will create a delicate texture.
🧀 Add cream cheese to the whipped cream — the cream will gain a pleasant density.
🥭 Purée mango with lemon juice — the fruity note will retain freshness.
🍰 Assemble the dessert in layers — repeat cream, sponge cake, and mango purée until the glass is full.

Why you should make it:
✨ Perfect combination of delicate cream and fresh mango.
⏱️ Easy assembly with accessible ingredients.
🎉 Elegant presentation in dessert glasses will impress guests.
🥭 Option to use fresh or frozen fruit.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A light and refreshing dessert for any occasion.

🥧 Crumb Cake with Jam 🍓

Three favorite textures combined in one dish! Crumb cake with jam is a true explosion of flavor that you must try at least once. The taste of homey comfort is embodied in this crumbly shortcrust pastry with a sweet berry filling. A wonderful recipe for those who appreciate simple baking and love to delight their loved ones.

For the dough:
🌾 Wheat flour — 500 g
🧈 Butter — 200 g
🍯 Sugar — 150 g
🥚 Eggs — 2 pcs
🍞 Baking powder — 1 tsp
🌿 Vanilla extract — 0.5 tsp
🧂 Salt — 0.2 g

For the filling:
🍓 Jam — 300 g

Instructions:
🧈 Beat softened butter with sugar until fluffy — the airy base ensures a crumbly texture.
🥚 Add room-temperature eggs — thorough whipping creates a uniform texture.
🌾 Incorporate sifted flour with baking powder — the elastic dough should not stick to your hands.
⏱️ Divide the dough into uneven parts and freeze the smaller portion — the chilled crumbs will grate easily.
📏 Roll out the main portion of dough on parchment paper — an even layer ensures uniform baking.
🍓 Spread jam over the surface — the sweet filling creates a juicy layer.
🧀 Grate the frozen dough over the jam — the crumbly topping forms a crispy crust.
🔥 Bake at 180°C for 20 minutes until golden — the shortcrust pastry will achieve the perfect texture.

Why you should make it:
✨ Perfect combination of crumbly pastry and juicy berry filling.
⏱️ Quick preparation with accessible ingredients.
🎉 A classic recipe that appeals to both children and adults.
🍓 Versatility to use any seasonal jam.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 An ideal tea-time treat for family evenings.

🍄 Cream Soup in the Multicooker 🍲

Three favorite textures combined in one dish! Creamy mushroom soup made in a multicooker is a true explosion of flavor that you must try at least once. The taste of a restaurant-style soup is now achievable with convenient preparation and a delicate creamy consistency. A wonderful recipe for those who value comfort and love rich first courses.

Ingredients:
🍄 Champignon mushrooms — 500 g
🍖 Meat broth — 1.5 L
🥛 20% cream — 200 ml
🫒 Olive oil — 1 tbsp
🧈 Butter — 25 g
🧅 Onion — 1 pc
🧄 Garlic — 4 cloves
🌾 Wheat flour — 2 tbsp
🧀 Parmesan — 25 g
🧂 Salt — to taste
⚫️ Ground black pepper — to taste
🌿 Dill — to taste
🌿 Parsley — to taste

Instructions:
🍄 Sauté onion and garlic in the "Sauté" mode for 8 minutes — the aromatic base will create depth of flavor.
🔥 Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 10 minutes — the mushrooms will release their juices and brown slightly.
🌀 Blend the sautéed mushrooms with some broth — this guarantees a smooth, creamy texture.
🧈 Melt butter with flour in the multicooker — the roux will thicken the soup.
🥛 Gradually add the mushroom purée and hot broth — gradual mixing prevents lumps.
🍲 Cook in the "Soup" mode for 15 minutes — simmering will blend all the flavors.
🧀 Serve with grated Parmesan and herbs — cheesy notes will complement the mushroom aroma.

Why you should make it:
✨ Perfect combination of creamy texture and rich mushroom flavor.
⏱️ Quick preparation with minimal effort — just 35 minutes.
🍄 Rich taste that rivals restaurant versions.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A family-friendly dish that appeals to both adults and children.
🥣 A nutritious soup perfect for lunch or dinner.

🥣 Oatmeal with Cheese 🧀

Three favorite flavors combined in one dish! Oatmeal with cheese is a true explosion of taste that you must try at least once. The flavor of traditional oatmeal is embodied in an unusual combination with melted cheese and caramelized fruit. A wonderful recipe for those who love to experiment and start their day with culinary discoveries.

Ingredients:
🥛 Milk — 300 ml
🌾 Oat flakes — 120 g
🧀 Hard cheese — 30 g
🧈 Butter — 20 g
🍐 Pears — 1 pc
🍑 Plums — 100 g
🍯 Sugar — 1 tbsp
🍂 Cinnamon — 0.25 tsp
🧂 Salt — 1 g

Instructions:
🥛 Cook oatmeal in milk until done — the tender base will absorb all the aromas.
🧀 Grate the cheese — quality cheese without substitutes ensures perfect melting.
🍐 Sauté the fruit with sugar and cinnamon for 5 minutes — caramelization will enhance their natural sweetness.
🧀 Add cheese to the hot oatmeal and heat for 2–3 minutes — the stretchy cheese strands will create a creamy texture.
🎨 Plate the oatmeal and top with the fruit — a vibrant presentation will delight the eye in the morning.
🌿 Add mint or maple syrup — fresh accents will enrich the flavor profile.

Why you should make it:
✨ An unexpected combination of savory cheese and sweet fruit in a tender oatmeal base.
⏱️ Quick preparation — just 25 minutes for a complete breakfast.
🎉 A perfect way to spice up your morning routine with an unusual dish.
🍎 A nutritious breakfast rich in fiber, protein, and vitamins.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Surprise your family with an original take on familiar oatmeal.

🍗 Chicken Breast with Potatoes in the Oven ✨

Juicy chicken breast with tender potatoes under a cheesy crust — a perfect dinner for the whole family.

Ingredients:
🍗 Chicken breast — 500 g
🥔 Potatoes — 600 g
🥛 Kefir — 200 ml
🍅 Tomatoes — 2 pcs
🧅 Onion — 1 pc
🧀 Hard cheese — 50 g
🛢 Vegetable oil — 3 tbsp
🌿 Dried herbs — 1 tsp
🧄 Dried garlic — 0.5 tsp
⚫️ Black pepper — to taste
🧂 Salt — to taste

Instructions:
🍗 Slice the chicken breast into cutlets and pound lightly. Season with herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour kefir over and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
🥔 Peel and slice the potatoes into rounds. Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with 2 tbsp oil, and toss to coat.
🍅 Slice tomatoes into rounds and onion into rings.
🧀 Grate the cheese and mix with the remaining kefir marinade.
📥 Layer in a baking dish: Potatoes; Onion; Chicken breast; Tomatoes; Cheese and kefir mixture.
🔥 Bake at 180°C for 40–45 minutes. Cover with foil if needed during baking.

Why you should make it:
✨ Juicy and tender chicken breast in a kefir marinade.
🥔 Fragrant potatoes infused with savory juices.
🧀 Appetizing cheesy crust.
👪 A hearty dish perfect for a family dinner.
⏱️ Simple preparation — even beginners can succeed.

🧀 Cottage Cheese Casserole in Air Fryer without Semolina ✨

A fluffy and tender casserole with a golden crust — a healthy dessert for breakfast or afternoon snack.

Ingredients:
🥛 Cottage cheese — 700 g
🥚 Medium eggs — 4 pcs
🍬 Sugar — 70 g (to taste)
🥄 Sour cream — 100 g
🌽 Cornstarch — 30 g
🌿 Vanillin — a pinch
🧂 Salt — a pinch
🧈 Butter — 5 g (for greasing)

Instructions:
⚡️ Place cottage cheese, sour cream, sugar, vanillin, salt, and eggs into a blender bowl. Blend until smooth and uniform.
🌽 Add cornstarch and blend again.
📥 Line the bottom of a baking dish with parchment paper and grease the sides with butter. Pour in the cottage cheese mixture and smooth the surface.
🔥 Bake in the air fryer at 160°C for 40–45 minutes until golden brown.
⏳ Let it rest in the dish for 10–15 minutes for easy removal.

Why you should make it:
✨ Tender texture without semolina or flour.
🍮 Light and airy, like a cloud.
🏠 Healthy dessert for the whole family.
⏱️ Quick preparation — 15 minutes of active time.
🍓 Versatile — suitable for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.

✨ Crab Stick Salad with Tomatoes and Cheese ✨

A vibrant and juicy salad made from accessible ingredients with a hint of garlic.

Ingredients:
🦀 Crab sticks — 200 g
🍅 Tomatoes — 200 g
🥚 Eggs — 2 pcs
🧀 Hard cheese — 80 g
🧄 Garlic — 3 cloves
🥫 Mayonnaise — 2 tbsp
🧂 Salt — to taste

Preparation:
🦀 Thaw crab sticks, remove the film (easier by steaming for 1–3 seconds). Cut into small cubes.
🥚 Hard-boil eggs, cool, peel. Grate coarsely or dice.
🍅 Choose firm tomatoes, dice.
🧀 Grate coarsely.
🧄 Peel and press through a garlic press.
🥗 Combine all ingredients, dress with mayonnaise, and salt to taste. Gently mix.

Why you should make it:
✨ Quick preparation — just 15 minutes.
🦀 Delicate flavor of crab sticks paired with juicy tomatoes.
🧄 A hint of garlic for a savory touch.
🎉 Suitable for both everyday meals and festive occasions.
🥗 Versatile — can be mixed or layered.

✨ Lavash with Egg in a Pan ✨

A quick and delicious breakfast made from thin lavash with an egg layer — perfect for a busy morning.

Ingredients:
🌯 Thin lavash — 100 g
🥚 Egg — 1 pc
🧈 Butter — 20 g
💧 Water — 200 ml
🧂 Salt — 0.5 tsp

Preparation:
🥚 Beat the egg with a fork in a bowl.
✂️ Cut the lavash into circles to fit the size of the pan (even number of pieces).
💧 Dissolve the salt in the water.
🔥 Heat the pan and melt the butter.
🌯 Dip two lavash circles in the water for a few seconds, then stick them together. Place in the pan.
🍳 Fry for 30 seconds on one side. Flip over. Pour in 1 tbsp of water.
🥚 Spread the egg mixture over the lavash. Flip with the "egg side" facing down.
💦 Add another 1 tbsp of water and fry until fully cooked.

Why you should make it:
✨ Incredibly fast — just 30 minutes.
🌯 Versatile — suitable for breakfast, dinner, or a snack.
🍳 Simple preparation using accessible ingredients.
🎛 Easy to adapt to personal preferences.
👶 Loved by both adults and children.

✨ Layered Eggplant and Meat Casserole ✨

A layered casserole with tender vegetables, minced meat, and creamy sauce — a hearty dish for a family dinner.

Casserole Ingredients:
🥔 Potatoes — 7 pcs
🍆 Eggplants — 2 pcs
🍖 Minced meat — 500 g
🧅 Onions — 2 pcs
🧄 Garlic — 3 cloves
🍅 Tomatoes — 3 pcs
🌿 Herbs (dill + parsley) — 20 g
🛢 Vegetable oil — 4 tbsp
🧂 Salt, pepper — to taste

For the Sauce:
🥛 Milk — 250 ml
📜 Wheat flour — 1 tbsp
🧈 Butter — 50 g
🥄 Sour cream — 150 g
🥚 Egg — 1 pc

Preparation:
🥔 Boil potatoes in their skins, peel, and slice into rounds.
🍆 Slice eggplants lengthwise into strips and pan-fry in vegetable oil.
🍖 Sauté onions with garlic, add minced meat, and cook until liquid evaporates. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
🍅 Slice tomatoes into thin rounds.
📥 Layer in a baking dish in rows: Minced meat; Tomatoes; Eggplants; Potatoes.
🥣 Lightly toast flour in a pan, add butter. Pour into boiling milk, then add sour cream and egg. Season with salt and pepper.
🔥 Pour the sauce over the casserole. Bake at 200°C for 45 minutes.
🌿 Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs. Can be accompanied with sour cream.

✨ Sour Cream Apple Pie ✨

The most tender pie with juicy apple filling and a crunchy nut crumble.

Dough Ingredients:
📜 Wheat flour — 220 g
🥄 Sour cream — 200 g
🍬 Sugar — 150 g
🥚 Eggs — 2 pcs
🌿 Vanilla sugar — 1 tbsp
🎂 Baking powder — 1 tsp
🧂 Salt — a pinch

Filling Ingredients:
🍎 Sweet-sour apples — 400 g
🍋 Lemon juice — 1 tbsp
📜 Wheat flour — 1 tbsp

Crumble Ingredients:
📜 Wheat flour — 40 g
🍬 Sugar — 40 g
🧈 Butter — 30 g
🌰 Walnuts — 30 g

Preparation:
🌰 In a blender, combine flour, sugar, cold butter, and walnuts. Pulse into crumbs and refrigerate.
🥚 Whisk eggs with sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt until fluffy. Add sour cream and whisk. Gradually mix in the sifted flour with baking powder.
🍎 Peel apples, remove cores, and cut into pieces. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with flour.
📥 In a parchment-lined pan (Ø 20 cm), layer: Half the batter; Apple filling; Remaining batter; Nut crumble.
🔥 Bake at 180°C for 40–50 minutes until a skewer comes out clean.

Why you should make it:
✨ Meltingly tender texture.
🍎 Perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.
🌰 Crunchy nut crumble with buttery flavor.
☕️ Pairs wonderfully with coffee or tea.
🏠 Homely comfort in every bite.

✨ Pineapple, Chicken, and Cheese Salad ✨

A classic combination of tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and savory garlic cheese.

Ingredients:
🍗 Chicken breasts — 150 g
🧀 Hard cheese — 100 g
🍍 Canned pineapple — 100 g (3–4 rings)
🧄 Garlic — 1 clove
🥫 Mayonnaise — 2 tbsp
🌿 Dried herbs — 0.3 tsp

Preparation:
🍗 Marinate the chicken breasts in herbs, pan-fry on both sides until cooked. Cool and dice finely.
🍍 Lightly squeeze excess syrup from pineapple rings and dice.
🧀 Grate coarsely.
🧄 Mix mayonnaise with pressed garlic and herbs.
🥗 Combine all ingredients, dress with garlic sauce. Gently toss to mix.

Why you should make it:
✨ Perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors.
🍍 Juicy pineapple softens the taste of chicken and cheese.
🧄 Garlic adds a piquant aroma and flavor.
🎉 Suitable for both everyday dinners and festive occasions.
⏱️ Quick preparation — just 30 minutes.

✨ New York Times Plum Torte ✨

A famous American dessert with juicy plums and a tender shortbread base.

Ingredients:
🥚 Eggs — 3 pcs
🍬 Sugar — 120 g
🌿 Vanilla sugar — 7 g
🧈 Butter — 150 g
🎂 Baking powder — 1.5 tsp
📜 Wheat flour — 225 g
🌿 Ground cinnamon — 0.3 tsp
🍑 Plums — 230 g

Preparation:
🧈 Beat softened butter with sugar and vanilla sugar until light and fluffy.
🥚 Add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition.
📜 Sift flour with baking powder and gently fold into the butter-egg mixture until smooth.
📥 Spread the batter evenly in a 20-22 cm parchment-lined baking pan.
🍑 Wash plums, halve, and remove pits. Cut into halves or quarters. Arrange on the batter skin-side up, pressing lightly.
🌿 Mix a little sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle on top.
🔥 Bake at 180°C for 30-35 minutes until golden and a skewer comes out clean.

Why you should make it:
✨ Legendary recipe from the New York Times.
🍑 Perfect balance of sweet base and tangy plums.
🌿 Subtle notes of vanilla and cinnamon.
🇺🇸 Authentic American dessert.
☕️ Perfect pairing with coffee or tea.