Strawberry Shortcake – NY Times (Video)

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Light and delicious, this strawberry shortcake recipe adapted from the New York Times is filled with juicy sweet strawberries and topped with whipped cream.  Perfect for Mother’s Day, or anytime!  My adaptation was in part accidental, and partly because I wanted my whipped cream to be slightly sweetened. 

The accidental part was that I was supposed to cut the dough into rounds, then put one round on top of another – I missed that!  However, for us, this was still a very generous serving, so I am glad I did it this way!

For this recipe, I used my Cup Slicer and Half Sheet Pan:

Cup Slicer

Cup Slicer

Slice fresh fruits and veggies fast with the Cup Slicer. Just put your food on a cutting board and place the Cup Slicer, which features five stainless steel serrated blades, above the food. Then, push it down until all your food is sliced. Pour your freshly sliced food into your cereal, a fry pan, or a bowl. And when you’re done using it, run it through the dishwasher and place the blade cover on it for safe storage.

With the Cup Slicer, you can slice up strawberries, bananas, grape tomatoes, mushrooms, or hard-boiled eggs for a quick snack. It’s a great tool for parents!

Use it to make homemade salads, stir-fries, fruit salads, and healthy cereal add-ins without all the time-consuming prep work.

Half Sheet Pan

This professional-grade Half Sheet Pan is perfect for family dinner! It combines the strength and durability of steel with the superior heat conduction of aluminum—just like the pans professional bakers choose. The coating prevents food from sticking and keeps your pan looking great. The rolled edges and wire rims prevent warping, and the high sides keep food from overflowing. 

Details

  • 12″ x 17″ x 1″.
  • Heavy-gauge aluminized steel resists corrosion and provides even heat distribution.
  • Conventional- and convection-oven safe.
  • Broiler- and freezer-safe.
  • Dishwasher-safe.
  • Three-year guarantee.
  • Click the links to get your Cup Slicer and Half Sheet Pan today.  You’ll be glad you did.
  • Let’s jump right in!

Ingredients

  • 2 pints ripe strawberries
  • ½ cup sugar

For the Shortcakes

  • 4 cups flour
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup butter divided
  • 1¼ heavy cream

For the Whipped Cream

  • 1 ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Remove tops and slice with Cup Slicer. Gently mash approximately one quarter of the strawberries to release their juices. Mix with remaining strawberries and the ½ cup of sugar. Set aside, covered, for about half an hour to allow the flavors to meld.

For the Shortcakes

Preheat oven to 450°F/230⁰C.

Sift flour, 3 tablespoons sugar, salt, and baking powder together in a large bowl. Add ¾ cup of softened butter and rub into dry ingredients as for pastry.

Add heavy cream and mix to a soft dough. Knead the dough for one minute, then roll it out to about ½-inch thickness. Using a 3-inch biscuit cutter, cut dough into rounds.

Place on Half Sheet Pan. Melt remaining butter and brush a little on the top of the rounds. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and use bread knife to slice apart. Brush the insides with some of the remaining melted butter.

For the Whipped Cream

Add the heavy cream, sugar and vanilla to a chilled stainless steel bowl, and beat until soft peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.

To Assemble

Place bottom half of one shortcake on each plate. Top with a generous spoonful of berries. Cover with top half of shortcake, add a few more berries, and top with whipped cream. Serve immediately.

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Strawberry Shortcake – NY Times (Video)

Light and delicious, this strawberry shortcake recipe adapted from the New York Times is filled with juicy sweet strawberries and topped with whipped cream.  Perfect for Mother’s Day, or anytime! 
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 1155 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pints strawberries
  • ½ cup sugar

For the Shortcakes

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 5 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup butter divided
  • 1 ¼ cup heavy cream

For the Whipped Cream

  • 1 ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • ¼ tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions
 

  • Remove tops and slice with Cup Slicer. Gently mash approximately one quarter of the strawberries to release their juices. Mix with remaining strawberries and the ½ cup of sugar.Set aside, covered, for about half an hour to allow the flavors to meld.

For the Shortcakes

  • Preheat oven to 450°F/230⁰C.
  • Sift flour, 3 tablespoons sugar, salt, and baking powder together in a large bowl. Add ¾ cup of softened butter and rub into dry ingredients as for pastry.
  • Add heavy cream and mix to a soft dough. Knead the dough for one minute, then roll it out to about ½-inch thickness. Using a 3-inch biscuit cutter, cut dough into rounds.
  • Place on Half Sheet Pan. Melt remaining butter and brush a little on the top of the rounds. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and use bread knife to slice apart. Brush the insides with some of the remaining melted butter.

For the Whipped Cream

  • Add the heavy cream, sugar and vanilla to a chilled stainless steel bowl, and beat until soft peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.

To Assemble

  • Place bottom half of one shortcake on each plate. Top with a generous spoonful of berries. Cover with top half of shortcake, add a few more berries, and top with whipped cream. Serve immediately.

Notes

Extra shortcakes may be frozen, but they should be warmed before using. They are also good toasted for breakfast or tea.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 1155kcalCarbohydrates: 112gProtein: 13gFat: 75gSaturated Fat: 47gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 216mgSodium: 729mgPotassium: 454mgFiber: 5gSugar: 43gVitamin A: 2714IUVitamin C: 93mgCalcium: 322mgIron: 5mg

Nutritional Information Disclaimer:

The provided nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation. It is offered as a courtesy and may not reflect exact values due to variations in ingredients, cooking methods, and other factors. We recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional or nutritionist for precise dietary information.

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Keto Taco Cup – Delish (Video)

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These Keto Taco Cups are deliciously edible cheddar taco cups filled with seasoned beef along with your favorite toppings. They’re the perfect keto way to celebrate Cinco De Mayo!

I started with a recipe from Delish, however, I added our Everything Taco Seasoning, which made this dish even more amazing!

Here’s some info about a few of the other products that I used to make this recipe:

Mix ‘N Chop

A Fan-Favorite Chopper

The unique, beveled pinwheel blades of our Mix ‘N Chop™ make it easy to chop and crumble food. It’s a customer favorite for finely crumbling and browning ground beef, turkey, and sausage. It can quickly mash up avocados and eggs, and you can even crush tomatoes for a chunky tomato sauce.

Made in the USA

Guarantee

  • 5-year guarantee

Product Details

  • 10 ¾” (27 cm) long
  • Made of sturdy nylon
  • Safe for all cookware
  • Soft-grip handle and thumb rest make it comfortable to hold
  • Heat-resistant to 428°F (220°C)
  • Dishwasher safe for easy cleanup

Large Scoop

Get the scoop! This heavy-duty stainless steel scoop is great for evenly portioning batters, doughs, fillings and salads. Squeeze-action handles allow for convenient one-handed use. Approximately 3 tbsp. Dishwasher-safe.

Half Sheet Pan

This professional-grade Half Sheet Pan is perfect for family dinner! It combines the strength and durability of steel with the superior heat conduction of aluminum—just like the pans professional bakers choose. The coating prevents food from sticking and keeps your pan looking great. The rolled edges and wire rims prevent warping, and the high sides keep food from overflowing. 

Details

  • 12″ x 17″ x 1″.
  • Heavy-gauge aluminized steel resists corrosion and provides even heat distribution.
  • Conventional- and convection-oven safe.
  • Broiler- and freezer-safe.
  • Dishwasher-safe.
  • Three-year guarantee.

Everything Taco Seasoning

A Flavorful Fiesta

Make meals more flavorful with this one seasoning! And what’s better than tacos? With our Everything Taco Seasoning, you have a sure thing every time. Plus, you can add it to enchiladas, quesadillas, steamed veggies, soups, dips, or anything else you’re making for zesty flavor.

Made in USA

Product Details

  • Non-GMO, gluten-free, made without nuts, and no artificial flavors, colors, or dyes. Kosher.
  • 3.7 oz. (104.9 g)

Click the links to get your Mix ‘N Chop, Large Scoop, Half Sheet Pan, and Everything Taco Seasoning. You’ll be glad you did.

Let’s jump right in!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Everything Taco Seasoning
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

For Topping

  • Sour cream
  • avocado diced
  • cilantro chopped
  • tomatoes diced

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F/190°C.

Shred Cheese, chop onions, garlic, tomatoes, and cilantro. Dice avocado.

Use Large Scoop to place 3 tablespoons cheese on Half Sheet pan, about two inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake until bubbly and edges are just beginning to turn golden, about 6 minutes. Remove from oven, allow to cool on sheet pan for one minute.

Carefully pick up melted cheese slices and place on bottom of muffin tin. Use your hands to help mold the cheese around the inverted tin. 

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, then add ground beef, breaking up meat with Mix ‘N Chop. Cook until beef is no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. 

Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper and Everything Taco Seasoning. Cook an additional minute, until cooked through and combined with seasonings.

Transfer cheese cups to a serving platter. Fill with cooked ground beef and top with sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and tomatoes. 

That’s a wrap! I’d love to hear your thoughts, so please leave a comment below. Your feedback means a lot to me! Together, we’re making kitchen life easier, one Pampered Chef tool at a time.

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Keto Taco Cup – Delish (Video)

These Keto Taco Cups are deliciously edible cheddar taco cups filled with seasoned beef along with your favorite toppings. They’re the perfect keto way to celebrate Cinco De Mayo!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 servings
Calories 239 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Everything Taco Seasoning
  • kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste

For Topping

  • sour cream
  • avocado diced
  • cilantro freshly chopped
  • tomatoes chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F/190°C.
  • Shred Cheese, chop onions, garlic, tomatoes, and cilantro. Dice avocado.
  • Use Large Scoop to place 3 tablespoons cheese on Half Sheet pan, about two inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake until bubbly and edges are just beginning to turn golden,about 6 minutes. Remove from oven, allow to cool on sheet pan for one minute.
  • Carefully pick up melted cheese slices and place on bottom of muffin tin. Use your hands to help mold the cheese around the inverted tin. 
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally,until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, then add ground beef, breaking up meat with Mix‘N Chop. Cook until beef is no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. 
  • Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper and Everything Taco Seasoning. Cook an additional minute, until cooked through and combined with seasonings.
  • Transfer cheese cups to a serving platter. Fill with cooked ground beef and top with sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and tomatoes. 

Notes

If you have any leftovers, you can refrigerate the cheese cups separately for up to 4 days.  Store the beef in a container up to three days in the refrigerator, or up to 3 months in the freezer.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 239kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 18gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 228mgPotassium: 227mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 422IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 211mgIron: 2mg

Nutritional Information Disclaimer:

The provided nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation. It is offered as a courtesy and may not reflect exact values due to variations in ingredients, cooking methods, and other factors. We recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional or nutritionist for precise dietary information.

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Simply Almond Milk (Video)

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Creamy, delicious, fresh, and free of preservatives and additives. Easy to make, easy to customize! Personally, I only add almonds and water, but you can certainly add the sweeteners listed, or whatever you prefer.

For this recipe, I, of course, used my Deluxe Cooking Blender:

Yes, you read that right, it cooks.  I make sauces, soups and jams regularly with Blenda (ugh, yes, I named her), and she even has a heated wash setting!  Here’s more info:

Best Blender for Smoothies—and Soup!

Blenders aren’t just for smoothies anymore. Our innovative blender has settings that heat up to 220˚F (104˚C), which means it doesn’t just blend—it cooks.

With a cooking blender, you can make everything from smoothies and milkshakes to soups, jams, alternative milks, and nut butters. With eight preprogrammed settings and two custom settings, there’s no guesswork. The pitcher has a 6-cup capacity for hot food and 7-cup capacity for cold food, and comes with a tamper, dual-sided cleaning brush, strainer bag, boil-over guard, and a cooking guide with more than 60 recipes.

Product Details

  • 6-cup capacity for hot food.
  • 7-cup capacity for cold food.
  • Includes: Tamper, Dual-Sided Cleaning Brush, Strainer Bag, Boil-Over Guard, and the Deluxe Cooking Blender Cooking Guide which includes more than 60 recipes.
  • 8 preprogrammed settings including: Smoothie, Alt Milk, Grind, Soup, Heated Puree, Sauce, Jam, and Custom Blend.
  • 17½” x 9½” x 9¾”.
  • 2 peak horsepower†

Click the link to get your Deluxe Cooking Blender today. You’ll be glad you did.

Let’s jump right in!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted RAW almonds
  • 2 cups water for soaking
  • 5 cups water for blending
  • 1 ½ teaspoons agave optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt optional

Instructions

Soak the almonds in the soaking water for four hours.

Drain and rinse the almonds.

Add the almonds, blending water, and seasonings to the Deluxe Cooking Blender. Replace and lock the lid. Turn the wheel to select the ALT MILK setting; press the wheel to start.

Strain the mixture through the strainer bag into a bowl and chill before serving.

That’s a wrap! I’d love to hear your thoughts, so please leave a comment below. Your feedback means a lot to me! Together, we’re making kitchen life easier, one Pampered Chef tool at a time.

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Simply Almond Milk (Video)

Creamy, delicious, fresh, and free of preservatives and additives. Easy to make, easy to customize!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 7 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Soaking Time 2 hours
Course beverage
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 221 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted RAW almonds
  • 2 cups water for soaking
  • 5 cups water for blending
  • 1.5 tsp agave optional
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
  • tsp salt optional

Instructions
 

  • Soak the almonds in the soaking water for four hours.
  • Drain and rinse the almonds.
  • Add the almonds, blending water, and seasonings to the Deluxe Cooking Blender. Replace and lock the lid. Turn the wheel to select the ALT MILK setting; press the wheel to start.
  • Strain the mixture through the strainer bag into a bowl and chill before serving.

Notes

You can customize to fit your dietary needs. Perfect for cereal, baking, or drinking.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 94mgPotassium: 264mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 0.4IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 109mgIron: 1mg

Nutritional Information Disclaimer:

The provided nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation. It is offered as a courtesy and may not reflect exact values due to variations in ingredients, cooking methods, and other factors. We recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional or nutritionist for precise dietary information.

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