Subway Italian Herb and Cheese Sub Rolls

 Copycat Subway Italian Herb and cheese subs! 

Dough:

3 cups warm water (approx. 110°F)

4 tbsp dry active yeast (or 2 packets)

1/4 cup sugar

1/3 cup oil (vegetable or canola)

1 tbsp salt

2 eggs

1/3 cup instant mashed potato flakes (optional but recommended)

7 1/2 cups bread flour (all-purpose works for a softer bread) 

Topping Mixture:

1 tbsp oregano

2 tbsp garlic powder

1 tbsp dried parsley

2 tbsp parmesan cheese

1 cup Colby Jack cheese (finely shredded) 

Mix together:

In the bowl of a stand mixer whisk together the yeast and water. Whisk in the sugar, oil, salt, eggs, and the mashed potato flakes if using.

Add the flour and knead for 6 minutes over low speed. Rest the dough for 10 minutes. 

Transfer dough onto a floured surface and cut into 4 equal pieces. Cut each piece in half again to make a total of 8 pieces. Gently pat and roll into a 12-inch log.

Wet the tops with water.

Dredge into the Italian Herb Blend. 

score the tops (3-4 slashes.) 

Allow dough to rise until tripled in size (up to 1 hour if rising in a warm place.)

Sprinkle the tops with shredded Colby and Monterey Jack Cheese.

Bake for 15-18 minutes at 375°F.

Classic Lemondrop

 Classic Lemon Drop Martini

Get ready to sip on a burst of sunshine with this Classic Lemon Drop Martini! 🍋🍸 Perfect for any occasion, it’s crisp, refreshing, and oh-so-zesty.

Ingredients:

- 2 oz vodka

- 1 oz fresh lemon juice

- 1/2 oz triple sec

- 1/2 oz simple syrup

- Ice cubes

- Sugar for rimming the glass

- Lemon twist for garnish

Directions:

1. Start by rimming your martini glass: dip the rim in lemon juice, then into sugar for that perfect sweet edge. Set it aside and admire your work!

2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, fresh lemon juice, triple sec, simple syrup, and a handful of ice. Shake it up like you mean it until everything is nicely chilled.

3. Carefully strain the mixture into your prepared martini glass—get that sugar rim looking fabulous!

4. Finish off with a cheerful lemon twist on top for a pop of color and flair. 

5. Pro Tip: For an extra chill, pop the glass in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.

Cheers to flavorful moments and lively gatherings! 🍹✨ Enjoy your cocktail!

Mayo Based Sauces

 ⭐ Classic Mayo

Ingredients:

* 1 cup mayonnaise

* 1 tbsp lemon juice

* 1/2 tsp salt

Procedure:

1. Add mayonnaise to a bowl.

2. Mix in lemon juice and salt.

3. Stir until smooth.

4. Taste and adjust seasoning.

5. Serve or refrigerate.

⭐ Garlic Aioli

Ingredients:

* 1/2 cup mayonnaise

* 2 cloves garlic (minced)

* 1 tbsp lemon juice

* 1 tbsp olive oil

* Salt

Procedure:

1. Combine mayonnaise and garlic.

2. Add lemon juice and olive oil.

3. Mix well until creamy.

4. Add salt to taste.

5. Chill before serving.

⭐ Honey Mustard

Ingredients:

* 1/2 cup mayonnaise

* 2 tbsp honey

* 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

* 1 tsp yellow mustard

* Salt

Procedure:

1. Add all ingredients to a bowl.

2. Mix until smooth.

3. Taste and adjust flavor.

4. Chill for better taste.

5. Serve as dip or dressing.

⭐ Chipotle Mayo

Ingredients:

* 1/2 cup mayonnaise

* 1 tbsp chipotle peppers (in adobo)

* 1 tsp lime juice

* Salt

Procedure:

1. Blend chipotle peppers into paste.

2. Mix with mayonnaise.

3. Add lime juice and salt.

4. Stir well.

5. Serve as spicy dip.

⭐ Ranch Mayo

Ingredients:

* 1/2 cup mayonnaise

* 2 tbsp sour cream

* 1 tbsp buttermilk

* 1 tsp garlic powder

* 1 tsp onion powder

* Salt

Procedure:

1. Combine mayonnaise and sour cream.

2. Add buttermilk and spices.

3. Mix until smooth.

4. Adjust salt.

5. Chill before serving.

⭐ Sriracha Mayo

Ingredients:

* 1/2 cup mayonnaise

* 2 tbsp sriracha

* 1 tsp lime juice

* Salt

Procedure:

1. Mix mayonnaise and sriracha.

2. Add lime juice.

3. Stir until creamy.

4. Taste and adjust salt.

5. Serve immediately.

⭐ Tartar Sauce

Ingredients:

* 1/2 cup mayonnaise

* 2 tbsp chopped pickles

* 1 tbsp capers

* 1 tbsp lemon juice

* Salt

Procedure:

1. Mix mayonnaise with pickles and capers.

2. Add lemon juice.

3. Stir well.

4. Season with salt.

5. Chill and serve.

⭐ Wasabi Mayo

Ingredients:

* 1/2 cup mayonnaise

* 1 tbsp wasabi paste

* 1 tsp soy sauce

* Salt

Procedure:

1. Mix mayonnaise and wasabi paste.

2. Add soy sauce.

3. Stir until smooth.

4. Adjust salt if needed.

5. Serve chilled.

⭐ Herb Mayo

Ingredients:

* 1/2 cup mayonnaise

* 1 tbsp fresh parsley

* 1 tbsp fresh dill

* 1 tsp lemon juice

* Salt

Procedure:

1. Finely chop herbs.

2. Mix with mayonnaise.

3. Add lemon juice.

4. Stir well.

5. Chill before serving.

Almond Old Fashion

 https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/3816/almond-old-fashioned-bourbon-based

Serve in an Old-fashioned glass

Ingredients: 

2 fl oz	Bourbon whiskey
1⁄3 fl oz	Adriatico Amaretto Liqueur
1⁄6 fl oz	Demerara/Muscovado/brown sugar syrup (2 sugar to 1 water)
1 dash	Angostura Aromatic Bitters

1 serving

Read about cocktail measures and measuring

Prepare:

1. Select and pre-chill an OLD-FASHIONED GLASS.
2. Prepare garnish of toasted almonds.

How to make:

3. STIR all ingredients with ice.
4. STRAIN into ice-filled glass.

Orange Hibiscus Mai Tai

 Orange Hibiscus Mai Tai  

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 0 minutes | Serves: 2  

I remember enjoying this refreshing drink on sunny afternoons with friends, laughing and reminiscing about our adventures. There’s just something magical about sipping a vibrant cocktail that transports you straight to a tropical paradise!  

𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝:  

- 1 ounce light rum  

- 1 ounce dark rum  

- 1 ounce orange liqueur  

- 1 ounce fresh lime juice  

- 1 ounce hibiscus tea (prepared and chilled)  

- 1 ounce orange juice  

- Ice  

- Fresh orange slices and hibiscus flowers for garnish  

🥣 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭:  

1. In a shaker, combine the light rum, dark rum, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, orange juice, and hibiscus tea.  

2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until well chilled.  

3. Strain the mixture into two glasses filled with ice.  

4. Garnish with fresh orange slices and a few hibiscus flowers for a beautiful touch.  

5. Sit back, relax, and enjoy your delicious Orange Hibiscus Mai Tai!  

✨ 𝐓𝐢𝐩: For an extra tropical twist, try adding a splash of pineapple juice!  

There’s something special about the comfort this drink brings.

zucchini Cottage Cheese Bread

 Zucchini Cottage Cheese Bread

🛒 Ingredients (9 × 5 in / 23 × 13 cm loaf; about 8 slices):

• 2 medium zucchini, grated (about 200 g)

• 1 teaspoon salt (5 mL)

• 3 large eggs

• 1/2 cup cottage cheese (120 g)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (120 g)

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)

• 1 cup almond flour (96 g)

• 1 teaspoon baking powder (5 mL)

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (2.5 mL)

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (2.5 mL)

• 2 teaspoons olive oil (10 mL)

👩‍🍳 Directions:

1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and lightly grease a 9 × 5-inch (23 × 13 cm) loaf pan.

2️⃣ Prepare the zucchini by grating it and placing it in a bowl with the salt.

3️⃣ Let sit for 10 minutes, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.

4️⃣ In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Add the cottage cheese and olive oil, mixing until well combined.

5️⃣ Stir in the squeezed zucchini, shredded cheddar, and Parmesan cheese.

6️⃣ Fold in the almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.

7️⃣ Mix until all ingredients form a thick batter.

8️⃣ Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.

9️⃣ Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top turns golden and the center is set.

🔟 Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.

⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 60 minutes

🍽️ Serving Size: 1 slice

🥗 Nutrition (Per 1 slice – Estimated):

Calories: ~180 kcal

Protein: ~10 g

Carbohydrates: ~7 g

Fat: ~13 g

Bourbon Limoncello Cocktail

 BOURBON LIMONCELLO COCKTAIL

The cocktail is so refreshing y’all!!!

INGREDIENTS

1 sprig of fresh rosemary about 3” long

1 lemon wheel about ¼” thick

½ ounce honey or to taste

2 ounces bourbon

1 ounce limoncello

Lemon wheel and rosemary sprig for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

Add the honey, fresh rosemary, and lemon wheel to a cocktail shaker and muddle them together. 

Add the bourbon and limoncello, then fill the cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 30 seconds to chill and dilute the cocktail.

Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass with fresh ice and garnish with a lemon wheel and sprig of fresh rosemary. Enjoy!