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Ema's Recipes, New York, NY (2026)

03/18/2025

Roasted Chickpeas with Creamy Baked Feta and Herbs 🧀🌿🍅

Ingredients:

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 block (8 oz) feta cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a baking dish, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, oregano, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Nestle the block of feta cheese in the center of the chickpeas. Scatter the cherry tomatoes and minced garlic around the dish.
Drizzle everything with a little extra olive oil and bake for 25 minutes until the feta is soft and slightly golden.
Remove from the oven, drizzle with lemon juice, and gently stir the mixture to create a creamy texture.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with crusty bread, pita, or over cooked quinoa.

03/18/2025

Pistachio Dream Cookie Bars 💚

Ingredients:

1 ½ cups crushed vanilla wafers
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix
1 cup whole milk
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed
½ cup chopped pistachios
¼ cup white chocolate chips

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool completely.
In another bowl, whisk together the pistachio pudding mix and milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
Gently spread the pistachio pudding layer over the cream cheese layer.
Top with the remaining whipped topping, then sprinkle chopped pistachios and white chocolate chips over the top.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing into bars and serving.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes (plus chilling time) | Servings: 9 bars

03/18/2025

Beef-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Ricotta Filling

Ingredients:
20 jumbo pasta shells
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (for garnish)

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until browned. Drain excess grease.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 1 cup of marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, ½ cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Fill each cooked pasta shell with the ricotta mixture, then place them in the prepared baking dish.
Spoon the beef and marinara sauce mixture over the stuffed shells.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

03/18/2025

Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole

Ingredients:

1 (25 oz) package frozen cheese ravioli
1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or sausage) with diced onion until browned. Drain excess grease.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in marinara sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Spread half of the meat sauce into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Layer half of the frozen ravioli over the sauce, followed by half of the ricotta mixture.
Repeat the layers with the remaining ravioli, ricotta mixture, and meat sauce.
Sprinkle the top with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!

03/18/2025

Deep-Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Wonton Bites 🍓

Ingredients:

For the Wonton Bites:
20 wonton wrappers
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
1 tablespoon strawberry jam
1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
Vegetable oil for frying
For the Topping:
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions:

In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, strawberry jam, and chopped strawberries until smooth.
Lay out wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Place about 1 teaspoon of the cheesecake mixture in the center of each wrapper.
Brush the edges with the beaten egg, fold the wrapper into a triangle, and press to seal. Ensure there are no air pockets.
Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the wonton bites in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Roll the warm wontons in the mixture.
Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 20 wonton bites

03/18/2025

🍄 Crispy Fried Mushrooms with Cool Ranch Dip 🍄

Ingredients:

For the Mushrooms:
1 lb button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and stems trimmed
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Vegetable oil for frying

For the Cool Ranch Dip:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)

Directions:

Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
In a third bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese (if using).
Dip each mushroom into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the panko mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
Fry mushrooms in batches for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
To prepare the dip, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch seasoning, lemon juice, and fresh dill in a small bowl.
Serve crispy mushrooms hot with the cool ranch dip. Enjoy!

03/18/2025

Corn Casserole 🧀🌽

Ingredients:

1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 oz) creamed corn
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 box (8.5 oz) corn muffin mix
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine whole kernel corn, creamed corn, sour cream, melted butter, and eggs.
Stir in the corn muffin mix, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
If using, fold in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Baking Time: 50 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour

03/18/2025

Buttery Raspberry Crumble Cookies 🍪🍇

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup raspberry jam
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup chopped almonds (optional)
2 tablespoons cold butter, cubed (for crumble topping)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry jam.
In a small bowl, mix rolled oats, chopped almonds (if using), and cold butter to create a crumble topping. Sprinkle over the jam-filled cookies.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

03/18/2025

Crab & Cheese Filled Crescent Rolls 🦀🧀🥐

Ingredients (8 crescent rolls)

1 tube refrigerated crescent roll dough
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cooked crab meat, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon butter, melted (optional, for brushing)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crab meat, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, green onion, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
Unroll the crescent dough and separate into individual triangles.
Place a small spoonful of the crab mixture at the wider end of each triangle.
Roll up each crescent starting from the wide end, tucking in the sides slightly to prevent filling from leaking.
Arrange crescents on the baking sheet and brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
(Optional) Brush warm rolls with melted butter for extra flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy!

03/18/2025

🍎 Baked Apple Fritters 🍏

Ingredients:

For the Fritters:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 cups apples, peeled and diced

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

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then add milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
Fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping them slightly into mounds.
Bake for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
While fritters cool slightly, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over warm fritters and allow to set before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Baking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 12 fritters

03/18/2025

Pecan Pie Lasagna

Ingredients:

For the Crust:
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup brown sugar
For the Pecan Pie Layer:
1 cup pecans, chopped
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup corn syrup
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whipped topping
For the Pudding Layer:
1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 1/2 cups cold milk
For the Topping:
1 cup whipped topping
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions:

In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Chill for 10 minutes.
In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, vanilla, and salt over medium heat. Stir until smooth, then mix in pecans. Let cool slightly, then spread over the crust.
In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped topping and spread over the pecan layer.
In another bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Spread over the cream cheese layer.
Top with additional whipped topping and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chill Time: 4 hours | Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes

03/18/2025

Strawberry Honeybun Cake with Strawberry Cream Icing 🍰🍓

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

1 box yellow cake mix
3/4 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 cup strawberry preserves

For the Strawberry Cream Icing:

2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup strawberry preserves
2 tablespoons heavy cream (adjust for desired consistency)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and sour cream until smooth.
In a separate small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon.
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking dish, then sprinkle the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture evenly over it.
Dollop the strawberry preserves on top of the cinnamon sugar layer and swirl lightly with a knife.
Spread the remaining cake batter over the top, ensuring it covers the filling.
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, prepare the icing by whisking together the powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the strawberry cream icing over the warm cake.
Slice and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 12 servings

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