Cooking with grandma

11/23/2025

Did parents really just let their kids roam the neighbourhood all day long without phones or water bottles and say, be back before dark.

11/23/2025

05/17/2025

Savory Cabbage Beef Bake 🍽️🥬🥩🍅🍚
A delicious and hearty dish that's perfect for family dinners!
📋 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 small cabbage, shredded
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
📝 Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent.
3. Stir in the shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes (with their juice), cooked rice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and paprika.
4. Mix all ingredients well and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
5. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
A Prep Time: 15 min | Cooking Time: 35 min | Total Time: 50 min | Kcal: 350 | Servings: 4

05/14/2025

Quick, crispy, and crazy good. Air fryer shrimp for every mood.

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Shrimp 🍤🧀

1 lb large shrimp, cleaned and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup fresh shredded Parmigiana Parmesan cheese

Pat dry your shrimp with a paper towel and place them in a medium bowl.
Add the olive oil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder, minced garlic, and cheese to the bowl and mix to coat all the shrimp.
Place the shrimp in the air fryer in a single layer, working in batches if necessary. Cook on manual setting, at 360°F for 10 minutes, turning the shrimp over after 5 minutes.
Serve and enjoy with a cocktail sauce, over pasta, or in a salad!

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp 🍤🔥

For the Shrimp:
1 lb shrimp (peeled & deveined)
½ cup buttermilk (for soaking)
½ cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness)
½ cup panko breadcrumbs (adds crunch)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
Cooking spray (for air frying)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:
½ cup mayo
2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
2 tbsp Sriracha (adjust for heat)
1 tsp lime juice

Instructions:
Soak the shrimp – In a bowl, soak shrimp in buttermilk for 10-15 minutes.
Coat the shrimp – Mix cornstarch, panko, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Dredge each shrimp in the mix.
Air fry – Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Spray the shrimp lightly with oil and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Make the sauce – Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
Toss & serve – Coat the crispy shrimp in the Bang Bang sauce and serve immediately!

Spicy Cajun Air Fryer Shrimp 🌶️🔥

1 lb shrimp
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
½ tsp garlic powder

Instructions:
Toss shrimp with oil and seasonings.
Air fry at 400°F for 6-8 minutes.
Serve with rice bowls, or tacos!

05/14/2025

Taco Salad Bowl

Recipe👇
Beef
1 pound lean ground beef
1 package taco seasoning or homemade
1 cup black beans drained and rinsed

Salad
6 cups romaine chopped
1 cup tomatoes chopped
1 cup Mexican blend shredded cheese
1 avocado diced
Tortilla chips
½ cup sour cream
toppings as desired olives, bell peppers, banana peppers, red onion, cilantro, black beans

Instructions
Brown beef over medium heat until no pink remains. Drain any fat.

Add taco seasoning and ½ cup water. Simmer 5 minutes or until thickened.

Place lettuce in a large bowl (or individual bowls). Top with meat, tomatoes, cheese, avocado, and desired toppings.

Top with tortilla chips, and sour cream.

05/13/2025

Crispy Wonton-Wrapped Shrimp 🍤

Ingredients:
12 large shrimp, peeled & deveined (tails on)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
12 wonton wrappers
1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
Oil for frying (vegetable or peanut oil)

For Serving:
-Sweet chili sauce
-Spicy mayo (mayo + Sriracha)
-Soy sauce with sesame oil

Instructions:
In a bowl, toss shrimp with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Let marinate for 10 minutes.

Place a wonton wrapper on a flat surface. Lay one shrimp diagonally in the center. Brush the edges with beaten egg. Fold one corner over the shrimp, then roll it up tightly like an egg roll, pressing the edges to seal.

Heat 2 inches of oil in a pan. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel or wire rack.

Serve hot with sweet chili sauce, spicy mayo, or soy dipping sauce.

05/13/2025

3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls

Ingredients:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:
In a large bowl, whisk the soften cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth and well combined. Add powdered sugar and mix until a thick dough is formed. At this point, chill the mixture for about 2 hours.

Once chilled scoop the dough into balls. Using a tablespoon measure, scoop a level tablespoon of the mixture then roll into a ball. Repeat the process until all of the balls are rolled.

Roll each ball generously in powdered sugar.

Cover and store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 10 days.

05/13/2025

Best Crispy Sweet and Sour Chicken

Recipe👇

Ingredients:
1½ pounds boneless chicken breast or thighs (cut into 1-inch pieces)
½ cup cornstarch
2 eggs (beaten)
Salt & pepper (to season)
Oil for frying
1 red bell pepper (chopped)
1 green bell pepper (chopped)
1 small onion (chopped)

For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
1 cup canned pineapple juice
½ cup sugar
¼ cup ketchup
¼ cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:
Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
Dredge in cornstarch, then dip into beaten eggs.

Heat oil in a pan over medium-high.
Fry chicken in batches until crispy and golden. Drain on paper towels.

Make the Sauce:
In a small pot, mix sugar, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic powder.
Bring to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened.

In a clean pan, lightly stir-fry peppers, onions, and pineapple. Add the fried chicken back into the pan.

Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the chicken and veggies. Toss quickly to coat everything evenly.

Serve hot over white rice or fried rice. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if you want.

05/13/2025

Homemade Frosting flavors to match every mood—what’s your favorite?

Recipes Here👇:

1. Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients:
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup (115 g) salted butter, softened
3–4 cups (360–480 g) powdered sugar, sifted
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:
Cook the blueberries: In a small saucepan, heat the blueberries over medium heat until they burst and release their juices (about 5–7 minutes). Mash them slightly and simmer until thickened. Let it cool completely, then strain to remove skins if you want it super smooth.

Beat the cream cheese and butter: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until creamy and fluffy.

Add the blueberry puree: Mix in 2–3 tablespoons of the cooled blueberry puree and the vanilla extract.

Add powdered sugar: Gradually beat in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until you reach your desired sweetness and thickness.

Adjust if needed: If the frosting is too runny, add more powdered sugar. If it’s too thick, add a tiny splash of milk or more blueberry puree.

2. Strawberry Buttercream Frosting

Ingredients:
1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
1 cup salted butter, softened
3–4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 tsp vanilla extract
1–2 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for consistency)

Instructions:
Prepare the strawberries: Puree the fresh strawberries in a blender. Pour the puree into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat, stirring often, until reduced by half (about 5–7 minutes). Cool completely.

Beat the butter: In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

Add powdered sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

Mix in the strawberry puree: Add 2–3 tablespoons of the cooled strawberry reduction, the vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until smooth.

Adjust consistency: If the buttercream is too thick, add a splash of cream or more strawberry puree. If it’s too soft, add a little extra powdered sugar.

Whip until fluffy: Beat for another 2–3 minutes until light and silky.

3. Cookies and Cream Buttercream

Ingredients:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
3 powdered sugar (sifted)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
10–12 Oreo cookies, finely crushed (no big chunks)

Instructions:
Beat the butter: In a large bowl, beat the butter with a mixer on medium-high until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).

Add powdered sugar: Add the powdered sugar gradually (1 cup at a time) and beat on low until combined, then on high for 1–2 minutes. Scrape the bowl as needed.

Add vanilla and cream: Mix in the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of cream/milk. If the buttercream seems too thick, add an extra tablespoon of cream.

Crush Oreos: Place Oreos in a food processor and pulse until they are fine crumbs. (You can also put them in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.)

Mix in the Oreos: Stir the crushed Oreos into the buttercream with a spatula. Mix gently until evenly combined.

Ready to use! Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, cookies, or just eat with a spoon.

4. Lemon Buttercream Frosting

Ingredients:
1 cup salted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp lemon zest
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
1-2 tbsp heavy cream or milk (optional, for consistency)

Instructions:
Using a mixer, beat the softened butter on high speed for 2-3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
Slowly mix in powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until fully incorporated.
Add fresh lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
Add 1-2 tbsp heavy cream/milk if needed for a softer texture.
Beat for another 2-3 minutes until creamy and spreadable.

05/13/2025

Classic takeout flavors, homemade and better: Lo Mein, Chow Mein, Beef Broccoli Noodles.

Complete Recipe Here:👇

Best Chicken Lo Mein

Ingredients:
8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti if needed)
1 large chicken breast (or 2 thighs), thinly sliced
1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinating chicken)
1 teaspoon cornstarch (for marinating chicken)
2 tablespoons oil (divided)
Mixed veggies (carrots, bell peppers, snap peas, mushrooms, cabbage)
3 green onions, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce:
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon dark soy sauce (for color, optional)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a touch of heat)

Instructions:
Boil noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, toss with a little sesame oil to prevent sticking.

Toss the chicken slices with 1 tablespoon soy sauce + 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Let sit for 5–10 minutes while you prep everything else.

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pan or wok. Add chicken, stir-fry on high heat until just cooked through (2–3 minutes). Remove and set aside.

Add another tablespoon oil if needed. Stir-fry garlic and veggies for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender. Add chicken back to the pan, along with the cooked noodles. Pour in the sauce. Toss everything together on high heat for 1–2 minutes until glossy and coated. Sprinkle green onions on top and serve hot!

Shrimp Chow Mein

Ingredients:
3 tablespoons cooking oil
1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 small carrot, thinly sliced
8 ounces green cabbage thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon ginger minced
15 oz ready-to-use egg noodles
2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced

Sauce:
2 tablespoons of oyster sauce
1 tablespoon of soy sauce
2 teaspoons of sesame oil
1 teaspoon of brown sugar
2 tablespoons of water
Pinch of black pepper

Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk all ingredients for the sauce and set aside.

Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat and add 1 tbsp cooking oil. Swirl to coat then add shrimp. Spread shrimp evenly and sear them 30 sends to 1 minute each sides depending on the size of the shrimp. Turn off the heat, remove the shrimp from the wok and place on a plate. Set aside.

Heat now-empty-wok over high heat, add remaining 2 tbsp cooking oil. Add chopped garlic, and ginger. Stir fry until you can smell the beautiful aromas, about 30 to 45 seconds.

Add cabbage and carrots. Stir fry until vegetables are soften, about 1 minute.

Add noodles and the sauce mixture. Stir fry until noodles soaked up the delicious flavors from the sauce and no moisture in the bottom of the work, about 1 to 2 minutes.

Add green onions and cooked shrimps. Stir fry everything together until last 3 ingredients are warmed up, about 1 minute.

Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle some green onion for garnish. Enjoy!

Mongolian Beef Noodles

Ingredients:
400g beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 onion, sliced
4 cm piece ginger, peeled and finely julienned
2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
400g cooked noodles (egg noodles or udon noodles)
Broccolini, cut half lengthwise

Beef Marinade:
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing wine
1/2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp cornstarch

Sauce:
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup chicken broth
3 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing wine

Instructions:
Combine the beef with the marinade ingredients and mix well to combine. Set aside for 5 minutes.

In a separate bowl, combine the ingredients for the stir-fry sauce and mix well. Set aside.

To a a large pot blanch the broccolini. Once the water is boiling, carefully add the broccolini. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, until the stems are tender but still crisp and the color is vibrant green. Drain and set aside.

Heat the oil in a large wok or frying pan over high heat. Add the onion, ginger and garlic and stir-fry for about half a minute. Then add the beef and spread the strips out in the pan as much as possible. Allow the beef to sear for a minute before flipping. Stir-fry for another minute or until you’ve got some nice colour on the beef.

Add the cooked noodles and the stir-fry sauce. Stir-fry until well combined and the sauce is thick and glossy. Enjoy!

05/13/2025

Korean Fresh Strawberry Milk Drink

Ingredients👇
1 lb fresh strawberries, 16 oz. container
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 cup Whole Milk or any milk preferred
ice cubes, optional

Instructions:
* Begin the strawberry puree by washing and drying the fresh strawberries. Remove the stems and slice, then roughly chop.

* Place the skillet on the stovetop over medium heat. Add the sugar, folding it into the chopped strawberries. Cook down until the consistency becomes syrupy, with softened chunks of strawberries remaining.

* Remove from heat and transfer to a storage container. Seal, then place in the fridge to chill for at least two hours.

* When ready to serve, use a spoon to scoop the strawberry puree into your glass. Use the back of the spoon to swirl the puree around the inside of the glass, then add ice cubes (if using). Pour the whole milk on top, and enjoy immediately.

05/13/2025

Creamy Corn on the Cob — buttery, rich, and amazingly good!

Recipe👇

Ingredients:
4 ears corn, husked
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:
Boil the corn until tender (about 5–7 minutes). Drain and set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in the cream, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, paprika and pepper.
Heat until creamy and smooth. Add corn in the pan and coat the creamy sauce all over. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs.
Serve immediately!