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Kai Recipes, Asheville, NC (2026)

12/19/2025

Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies 🎄🍪

These Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies are soft chewy and full of warm holiday spices with a creamy cheesecake center. Rolled in spiced sugar and baked to perfection they are a must have for Christmas baking and winter dessert trays.

Ingredients

Cheesecake filling
6 ounces cream cheese cold
3 tablespoons granulated white sugar
1 half teaspoon vanilla

Spiced sugar
6 tablespoons granulated white sugar
1 half teaspoon ground ginger
1 half teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 eighth teaspoon ground allspice
1 eighth teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 eighth teaspoon ground cloves

Cookie dough
2 and 1 half cups all purpose flour
2 and 1 half teaspoons ground ginger
2 and 1 half teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 half teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 quarter teaspoon ground allspice
1 quarter teaspoon ground cloves
1 half teaspoon salt
1 half teaspoon baking soda
3 quarters cup unsalted butter softened
3 quarters cup light brown sugar packed
2 egg yolks room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 third cup unsulphured molasses

Instructions

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl mix the cream cheese sugar and vanilla until fluffy. Scoop into 18 small portions and freeze until firm.

In a separate bowl mix the granulated sugar and spices for the spiced sugar and set aside.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a bowl whisk together the flour spices salt and baking soda.

In another bowl cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the egg yolks molasses and vanilla and mix until well combined.

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined.

Scoop the dough into 18 balls using a 2 tablespoon scoop. Flatten each ball slightly place a frozen cheesecake portion in the center cover completely with dough and roll into a smooth ball.

Roll each dough ball in the spiced sugar. Place six cookies per baking sheet.

Bake for 11 to 12 minutes. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Soft spiced and filled with creamy cheesecake these cookies are perfect for holiday baking and sharing.

12/19/2025

Chewy Maple Cinnamon Holiday Cookies 🎄🍪

These Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies are soft rich and full of warm maple flavor. Finished with white chocolate and festive sprinkles they are perfect for holiday baking cookie boxes or Christmas dessert tables.

Ingredients
1 batch Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies
White chocolate melting wafers such as Ghirardelli
Holly berry sprinkles

Instructions
Chill the prepared cookie dough for at least 30 minutes.
Divide the dough into evenly sized balls about 1.5 ounces each.
Bake according to recipe directions and allow cookies to cool completely.
Melt the white chocolate in a microwave safe bowl using half power stirring often until smooth.
Dip half of each cooled cookie into the melted white chocolate and place on wax or parchment paper to set.
Once set place additional melted chocolate into a piping bag or ziplock bag snip the tip and drizzle over the dipped side.
Add sprinkles before the chocolate hardens.

These cookies are soft chewy and beautifully decorated making them a festive and delicious addition to any holiday celebration.

12/19/2025

✨ Christmas Salad Fresh Festive and Full of Flavor ✨

This Christmas Salad is fresh colorful and full of holiday flavor. It combines crisp greens sweet citrus creamy cheese and crunchy nuts with a homemade honey Dijon dressing. Perfect for holiday dinners potlucks or winter meals.

Ingredients
7 cups mixed spring greens
1 and 1 quarter cups orange segments such as mandarin oranges clementines or tangerines
Half cup pomegranate seeds or dried cranberries
Half cup crumbled feta cheese
Half cup roughly chopped candied pecans

Dressing ingredients
One third cup olive oil
One tablespoon honey
Two teaspoons Dijon mustard
Two tablespoons apple cider vinegar
One tablespoon minced shallot
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
Add the mixed greens orange segments pomegranate seeds feta cheese and candied pecans to a large bowl.
In a separate bowl whisk together the olive oil honey Dijon mustard apple cider vinegar minced shallot salt and pepper until smooth.
Pour the desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Serve immediately for best freshness.

Perfect for Christmas gatherings and winter meals this salad is simple elegant and delicious.

07/13/2025

Light, cheesy, and layered with goodness—this zucchini lasagna is summer comfort without the carb coma 🥒🧀 Perfect for cozy nights or meal prep! RECIPE 👇

07/13/2025

These cherry cobbler muffins are soft, fruity, and topped with a buttery streusel—perfect for cozy mornings 🍒🧁 Recipe 👇

05/14/2025

Red velvet cheesecake roll

Ingredients:

For the Red Velvet Cake:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup buttermilk

2 large eggs

1 tablespoon red food coloring

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon white vinegar

For the Cheesecake Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped

Directions:

🎂 Start by preparing the cheesecake filling:
In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy. Fold in the whipped heavy cream until light and fluffy. Chill in the fridge while you make the cake.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Add vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar. Mix until smooth and velvety.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes until the cake springs back when touched.

While warm, carefully roll the cake (with parchment) from the short side. Let it cool completely.

Gently unroll the cake, spread the chilled cheesecake filling evenly, then roll it back up tightly.

Chill for at least 1 hour before slicing into beautiful red velvet cheesecake swirls. Enjoy every bite of this dreamy dessert! 🎉🍰

05/14/2025

🥔🥩 Crockpot Loaded Beef and Potato Bake – The Ultimate Set-It & Forget-It Comfort Food! 🧀🔥

Get ready for a cheesy, hearty, no-fuss dinner that the whole family will devour! This Loaded Beef and Potato Bake is made in the crockpot with tender steak, buttery potatoes, and melty cheddar. Perfect for cozy nights or meal prep wins!

🧾 Ingredients:

1 lb beef steak (ribeye or sirloin), cut into bite-sized pieces

4 large potatoes, peeled and diced

1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

👨‍🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Lightly grease your crockpot.
2️⃣ Layer diced potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot.
3️⃣ Top with bite-sized steak pieces and season with salt and pepper if desired.
4️⃣ Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the beef is cooked through.
5️⃣ In the last 20 minutes, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, cover again, and let the cheese melt into gooey, delicious goodness.
6️⃣ Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream for extra flair.

One bite of this cheesy, meaty bake and you'll be hooked! 😍

05/14/2025

🍷🥩🧄 Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine & Creamy Garlic Mash – Pure Cozy Comfort! 🔥

Want to impress with a showstopping dinner? These fall-off-the-bone braised short ribs simmered in rich red wine sauce are the ultimate comfort food. Served over buttery, garlicky mashed potatoes, it’s a cozy, crowd-pleasing meal made for special nights or Sunday feasts!

🧾 Ingredients:

For the Short Ribs:

3 lbs beef short ribs

Salt & black pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp tomato paste

2 cups red wine (Cabernet or Merlot)

2 cups beef broth

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp dried thyme

1 bay leaf

1 cup pearl onions

1 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)

For the Garlic Mashed Potatoes:

2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, cubed

4 cloves garlic, peeled

1/2 cup butter

3/4 cup milk or cream

Salt to taste

👨‍🍳 Directions:

1️⃣ In a heavy pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season short ribs generously with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ In the same pot, sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
3️⃣ Pour in red wine, scraping up any browned bits. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf. Return short ribs to the pot, cover, and simmer on low heat for 2.5-3 hours until the meat is tender.
4️⃣ In the last 30 minutes, add pearl onions. For a thicker sauce, whisk in flour at the end and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

5️⃣ While the ribs braise, make the mash: In a pot of salted water, boil potatoes and garlic cloves until tender. Drain, mash with butter, warm milk or cream, and season with salt.

6️⃣ Serve the rich, juicy short ribs over creamy garlic mash, spooning over the luscious wine sauce.

An unforgettable, restaurant-quality meal right in your kitchen! 🍷🥩

05/14/2025

🍔🔥 Craving that iconic Big Mac flavor in a fun, easy handheld version? Try these Big Mac Wraps! They're juicy, cheesy, tangy, and way easier than the drive-thru! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or game day snacks. Let’s wrap and roll! 🌯❤️

Ingredients:

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup finely diced dill pickles

1 tablespoon mustard

3 tablespoons ketchup

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1 yellow onion, diced (divided)

1 pound ground beef

Salt, pepper, garlic powder (to taste)

4 soft taco size tortillas

1/2 cup shredded lettuce

1/2 cup sliced dill pickles

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

🍔 First, make your signature Big Mac-style sauce! Mix mayonnaise, diced pickles, mustard, ketchup, paprika, and half of the diced onion in a bowl. Set aside.

In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with the remaining onion. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until browned and no longer pink. Remove from heat.

Warm your tortillas, then spread a generous layer of the Big Mac sauce on each.

Layer with shredded lettuce, sliced pickles, shredded cheese, and the cooked ground beef mixture.

Roll up tightly like a burrito, slice in half, and enjoy that classic Big Mac flavor in every bite—no buns needed! 😍🌯

05/14/2025

🥩🥦 Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables – Quick, Colorful, and Loaded with Flavor! 🍚🔥

Craving a takeout-style dinner at home? This Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables is packed with tender beef, crisp veggies, and a savory sauce — all ready in one sizzling pan. Perfect for a healthy, satisfying meal that hits all the right notes!

🧾 Ingredients:

1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp cornstarch

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tbsp vegetable oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 onion, sliced

1 bell pepper, sliced

1 cup broccoli florets

1 cup snap peas

1 carrot, julienned

Salt and pepper, to taste

Cooked rice, for serving

Sesame seeds and green onions, for garnish

👨‍🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Let it marinate for 10-15 minutes to soak up all that savory goodness.
2️⃣ Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ In the same pan, add garlic and onion. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4️⃣ Add bell pepper, broccoli, snap peas, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until veggies are vibrant and crisp-tender.
5️⃣ Return the beef to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
6️⃣ Serve over cooked rice, sprinkled with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a perfect finish.

This stir fry is fast, fresh, and better than takeout! 💚

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