Recipes by Emmy, 3900 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN (2026)

08/22/2024

Pesto Pasta Bake 🍝🌿

Ingredients:
8 oz pasta (such as penne or rotini)
1 cup prepared pesto sauce
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and return the pasta to the pot.

Stir in the pesto sauce, ricotta cheese, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Pour the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and cherry tomatoes evenly over the top.

In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, remaining Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the pasta.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.

Let the pasta bake cool slightly before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4-6 servings

Pesto Pasta Bake is a cheesy and flavorful dish with layers of pasta, pesto, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. 🍝🌿

08/22/2024

Pineapple Juice Cake 🍍🍰

Ingredients:
For the Cake:
1 box yellow cake mix
1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
4 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup pineapple juice (from canned pineapple)

For the Glaze:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, instant vanilla pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and pineapple juice. Beat on medium speed until smooth.

Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and pineapple juice, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Turn the cake out onto a wire rack and slowly pour the warm glaze over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

Let the cake cool completely before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices

Pineapple Juice Cake is a moist and flavorful bundt cake with a sweet pineapple glaze. 🍍🍰

08/22/2024

Hot Dog Burnt Ends 🌭🔥

Ingredients:
8 hot dogs
1/4 cup BBQ sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Directions:
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Cut the hot dogs into 1-inch pieces and set aside.

In a small bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Place the hot dog pieces on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until they start to char and crisp up.

Brush the hot dog pieces with the BBQ sauce mixture and continue grilling for an additional 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until caramelized and sticky.

Remove the hot dog burnt ends from the grill and serve hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Hot Dog Burnt Ends are a fun and flavorful twist on classic hot dogs, with a sweet and tangy BBQ glaze. 🌭🔥

08/22/2024

Bread Crust Cinnamon Rolls 🍞🍥

Ingredients:
Leftover bread crusts (from about 10-12 slices of bread)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Icing (optional):
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, toss the bread crusts with the melted butter until evenly coated.

In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon.

Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the bread crusts, tossing to coat them evenly.

Arrange the coated bread crusts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the bread crusts are crispy and golden.

For the icing, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the warm cinnamon rolls if desired.

Serve warm.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Servings: 4-6 servings

Bread Crust Cinnamon Rolls are a quick and easy way to transform leftover bread crusts into a delicious, cinnamon-sugar treat! 🍞🍥

08/22/2024

Hawaiian Wedding Cake 🍍🍰

Ingredients:
For the Cake:
1 box yellow cake mix
1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, with juice
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs

For the Topping:
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip, thawed
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Extra crushed pineapple for garnish (optional)

Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, crushed pineapple with juice, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat on medium speed until well combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.

For the topping, beat the softened cream cheese, Cool Whip, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled cake.

Sprinkle the shredded coconut and chopped nuts (if using) over the top. Garnish with extra crushed pineapple if desired.

Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12-16 servings

Hawaiian Wedding Cake is a tropical delight with a moist pineapple cake, creamy topping, and a coconut finish. 🍍🍰

08/22/2024

Crunchy Frito Corn Salad 🌽🥗

Ingredients:
1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups crushed Fritos corn chips

Directions:
In a large bowl, combine the drained corn, chopped red and green bell peppers, chopped red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and pepper.

Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.

Just before serving, fold in the crushed Fritos corn chips to keep them crunchy.

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6-8 servings

Crunchy Frito Corn Salad is a fun and flavorful side dish with a mix of fresh veggies, cheese, and crunchy corn chips. 🌽🥗

08/22/2024

Butter Cookies 🍪🧈

Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Scoop or roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies

These classic Butter Cookies are soft, buttery, and melt in your mouth—perfect for any time you need a simple, sweet treat. 🍪🧈

08/22/2024

Strawberry Almond Cake 🍓🍰

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup almond flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup milk
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/4 cup sliced almonds
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.

Fold in the sliced strawberries.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top.

Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8-10 slices

A tender Strawberry Almond Cake with a delicate almond flavor and juicy strawberries, perfect for any occasion. 🍓🍰

08/22/2024

Southern Bourbon Cake 🍰🥃

Ingredients:
For the Cake:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup bourbon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup chopped pecans

For the Glaze:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup bourbon
1/4 cup water

Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time.

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Stir in the bourbon, vanilla extract, almond extract, and chopped pecans.

Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, bourbon, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Turn the cake out onto a wire rack and slowly pour the warm glaze over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

Let the cake cool completely before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices

Southern Bourbon Cake is rich, moist, and packed with the warm flavors of bourbon and pecans. 🍰🥃

08/22/2024

Chicago-Style Bakery Apple Slices 🍏🥧

Ingredients:
For the Crust:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/4 cup ice water

For the Filling:
8 cups tart apples, peeled and sliced
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the ice water, mixing until the dough comes together.

Divide the dough in half and roll out one half to fit the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of the dish.

In another bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice. Mix until the apples are well coated.

Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crust.

Roll out the remaining dough and place it over the apples, sealing the edges. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.

Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

While the apple slices are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Once the apple slices are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before drizzling with the glaze.

Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Chicago-Style Bakery Apple Slices feature a flaky crust and a sweet-tart apple filling, topped with a vanilla glaze. 🍏🥧

08/22/2024

Mamie Eisenhower's Fudge 🍫

Ingredients:
4 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
1 (12 oz) package semisweet chocolate chips
12 oz German sweet chocolate, chopped
1 (7 oz) jar marshmallow creme
2 cups chopped nuts (optional)

Directions:
In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, salt, butter, and evaporated milk. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.

Once it reaches a rolling boil, continue stirring and cook for 6 minutes.

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the semisweet chocolate chips, German sweet chocolate, and marshmallow creme until smooth.

Fold in the chopped nuts if using.

Pour the fudge mixture into a greased 9x13 inch pan and spread it evenly.

Let the fudge cool at room temperature, then refrigerate until firm.

Cut into squares before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 21 minutes
Servings: 24-30 pieces

Mamie Eisenhower's Fudge is a rich and creamy chocolate treat, perfect for holidays and special occasions. 🍫

08/22/2024

Deli Squares 🥪🧀

Ingredients:
2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
1/4 pound deli ham, sliced
1/4 pound deli turkey, sliced
1/4 pound deli roast beef, sliced
8 slices provolone or Swiss cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Directions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, sealing the seams to form a solid layer.

Layer the deli ham, turkey, roast beef, and cheese slices over the dough.

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Spread the mixture evenly over the cheese.

Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and place it on top of the deli layers, sealing the edges and seams.

Brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the deli squares are heated through.

Let the deli squares cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Deli Squares are a quick and easy dish with layers of deli meats and cheese, wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough. Perfect for lunch or a party! 🥪🧀

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