Peyton’s Hawaiian Cookies

Oh my gosh!  These cookies are the most decadent cookies I have ever tasted.  It was amazing to watch Peyton and his mother in action together.  This family is just amazing. Peyton is an inspiring young man.  It was a breathe of fresh air to see a young man so passionate about baking.  His precision in this recipe was so cool.  The detail that it takes to make these cookies takes a certain type of communication and attention that requires a parent and child to truly pay attention to one another and I enjoyed listening to Peyton and his mother Shonda make this recipe.  If you find someone you love and try this recipe you will see exactly what I mean.  You must support Peyton by purchasing cookies from him!  Find him on instagram at @cookiekingdom22……YOU’RE WELCOME!

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Make My Dish!

Chef Lionel Heydel is simply amazing. The Diaz family handed him a family favorite and he rose the challenge.  The Trinidad chicken brown stew chicken is a family favorite in the Diaz household, one that I think most of you would love!  The fun part about this show is that Chef Lionel had no clue what the dish was until Junette revealed it to him.  Then he only had 45 minutes to either recreate it or add a couple of ingredients to it.  So tell me…..do you think Chef Lionel can recreate this dish?

 

 

Mercedes & Chef Lionel

 

 

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Make My Dish!
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Alexa’s Mushroom & Leek Galette

Chef Alexa Wajed is amazing!  She is not only an amazing cook but in addition, she and her husband own a business that is flourishing.  When you eat her cooking you are in for a treat that will have you coming back for more.  Her mushroom and leek galette was amazing and I can’t wait for you to try it.  She was so excited to share this dish and I can fully understand why.  Cooking is truly an art for her.  Grab someone you love and try this dish, you will be so glad you did!  Get more information on all that she does at Here.

 

 

 

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Golabki with Annette

I absolutely love it when people know their family history.  I love it even more when they pass it down to their children. Annette, is one of those women and I appreciate that about her.  Her drive to not only hold on to her family’s traditions but also teach them to her children is admirable.  The joy she had making this dish was great because this is not just a dish for herself, this is her past and her future.  I hope you enjoy making this dish and while you are at it, grab someone you love and make it with them as well!  They are delicious!

 

 

 

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Pavlova with Rebecca Brady

I love the story behind this dish for Rebecca!  I just love Rebecca’s story period.  If you don’t know about her please look her up. She is a woman on a mission and a very inspiring one.  This dish is so light and delicious that it can fool you and make you believe that it isn’t super sweet.  This dish is a must make for a big gathering with those you love.  Pull someone you are close with in the kitchen with you and make pavlova, you will have a blast…..make sure to hold the bowl over their head.  LOL!

 

Mercedes & Rebecca

 

 

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Dr. Luchey’s Black-eyed Peas

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I grew up on black-eyed peas and it was and continues to be a staple in my family.  If you ask my father what he wants for dinner, 3 or 4 days a week he will say rice and beans.  Not only is it delicious, it goes a long way and carries history for most African American families.  That is why I was so happy when Dr. Luchey decided to make this dish with me.  It brings back so many memories.  Her dish added a little something to it though, the soy sauce.  She says her friend taught her this but it’s a big hit amongst her friends and family!  I can see why, because I fell more in love with a dish that I have love my whole life.  If you are looking for a dish to try with your family, please try this.  Look up the history of this amazing bean, gather your family around and enjoy something that Dr. Luchey and I love so much!

 

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Black Eyed Peas – Dr. Luchey
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All That & A Bag of Chips

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Everyone needs a Sarah in their life. She is the friend that loves life. She finds the great in everyone and shares it with the world. She loves Western New York and it shows in everything that she does. She also loves her family. I love that we share twin life as well! Her dish “All that and a Bag of Chips” is a dish that is sure to be a hit when you are traveling to see family or friends. Try it for yourself, you will see what I mean!

 

 

 

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Marsha’s Cornbread Pudding

Marsha is not only a legend in Niagara Falls, she is one of the sweetest people you will ever meet. This segment was so fun because Marsha’s personality is so big.  Just watching it, you will immediately see what I mean.  She is a wife, mom, singer, actor and so much more.  This recipe is one that is familiar to many but she adds some ingredients that make it a little different, one of them being her personality.  I truly believe you can add a little bit of your love to a dish.  When I tried this corn pudding it was delicious.  I can’t wait to make it at my next family gathering alongside my favorite protein.  Once you try it, you will fall in love with it as well.

 

 

 

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Ed’s Meatballs

Who doesn’t love a good meatball and sauce?  This one comes with a love story that will just make your heart melt.  Ed’s mother and father meeting at Delaware Park here in Buffalo, NY is an amazing story.  When I hear of stories of family having food, music and tons of people around, it makes my heart happy.  With those stories come tons of memories.  You can tell Ed’s family left him with a lot memories to pass down to his children.  You must stop by and see he and his lovely wife Kristen at The Deli in East Aurora.  Their shop looks, smells and tastes like love.  You will experience local vendors, food made from scratch and sandwiches that are out of this world!  Enjoy this segment and grab someone you love to make this recipe with.

 

 

 

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Josh & Sam’s Sweet Potato Cupcakes

When Josh said that food has always been he and Sam’s love language, he wasn’t lying! These cupcakes were a huge hit. I love seeing couples that cook together and it was awesome seeing these two work together in the kitchen.
Sam does most of the cooking and Josh knew his role and helped out with the dishes. He said two things belong in the kitchen, music and dancing and I can tell they have a lot of fun together. These sweet potato cupcakes surprised me with the burst of flavor that they provided. The frosting is so rich that it is crazy! Try it for yourself, you will see exactly what I mean!

 

 

 

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