Creamy Green Bean Casserole With the holiday season approaching, I wanted to share this delicious and creamy green bean casserole recipe that’s sure to impress your family and friends. It’s super easy to whip up, so you won’t spend hours in the kitchen. Perfect for busy holiday preparations! The secret ingredient? Creamy Boursin cheese! It adds a rich flavor that elevates the classic casserole to a whole new level. —Ingredients— 1lb green beans (wash, trim and cut in half) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 shallots diced (or a large onion) 5 cloves garlic minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons flour 1.5 cups heavy cream 1 cup milk 1 block Boursin cheese (garlic and fine herbs) 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 2.5 cups crispy fried onions 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Wash, trim and cut the green beans in half. Add the beans in the water and blanch for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place into a large bowl filled with ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside. 3. In a skillet over medium-high heat melt butter. Add in the diced shallots and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the seasonings, then Sprinkle in the flour, mix and cook for 1 minute. 4. Reduce heat to medium-low, Add in the heavy cream and milk whisk to combine. Next add in the Boursin cheese, break it up with a spoon, and then whisk until smooth. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Turn the heat off then mix in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. 5. Add in the green beans along with 1 cup of the crispy fried onions. Transfer the mixture into the prepared dish. Top with the remaining fried onions. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until the casserole is hot and bubbly. Serve warm and enjoy! #greenbeancasserole #thanksgiving #2024 #holiday #holidayvibes #sidedish #homecooking #holidayseason #vibes #casserole #foryoupage #thanksgivingvibes

Shakshuka With Tomatoes And Spinach —Ingredients— 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 small red onion 2 cups chopped tomatoes Spinach as much as you want 3 eggs 1/4 teaspoon Salt or to taste 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste 1. Put a skillet on high heat add olive oil wait for the oil to get hot. 2. Then add the onion sauté for a minutes. 3. Then add in the tomatoes, salt and black pepper, let that cook for 5 minutes. Add in the spinach, nestle the spinach into the tomatoes. 4. Then crack the eggs on top, Sprinkle some salt and pepper on top of the eggs and cover until the eggs are cooked to your liking and enjoy! #tomatoes #eggs #with #spinach #easyrecipe #breakfast #brunch #middleeasternfood #kurdish #foodies #homecooking

Cook with me and my picky eater daughter. We made some delicious chicken and rice bowls. —Chicken Ingredients— 4 chicken breasts (diced into bite size pieces) 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon oregano 1 packet of Sazón 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 1 lime the juice 1/2 cup olive oil for cooking the chicken ——Rice Ingredients—— 2 cups basmati rice (wash and soak) 1/3 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon 1/2 tablespoon salt 2 and 1/2 cups hot water ——Salad Ingredients—— 3 tomatoes 3 small cucumbers 1 small onion 1 avocado Cilantro a hand full 2 limes the juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ——Cilantro Lime Crema Ingredients—— 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 clove garlic Cilantro a handful 2 limes the juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1. Prep the chicken— dice the chicken into bite size pieces. Combining all the ingredients together minus the oil, mix together really well and set aside to marinate for a half an hour or longer if you have the time. 2. Wash the rice until the water runs clear, then soak the rice in warm water for about 30 minutes. 3. Make the salad— dice all the veggies small then place them in a large bowl. Add in the lime juice and season with salt, pepper, a drizzle of olive oil and mix well. 4. Cook the rice— put a pot on high heat, add in the olive oil, strain the rice and add it into the pot, season with chicken bouillon, salt and stir. Next add in the water, cover the pot and cook until the water reduces down. 5. Then lower the heat to really low and allow to cook for another 15 to 20 minutes until the rice is cooked and fluffy. 6. Cook the chicken— put a pan on medium-high heat, add in the oil then the chicken and cook the chicken until fully cooked through. It should take about 18-20 minutes. 7. Make the crema— in a blender combine all the ingredients and blend until smooth and creamy. 8. Assemble the bowls— first the rice, then the chicken followed by the salad and lastly drizzle the crema on top and enjoy. #mommydaughter #cookwithus #foodie #pickyeater #chicken #and #rice #bowls

Alhamdulillah for another blessed Eid spent with family and friends ❤️❤️❤️ #eidvibes #eidmubarak

Eid Mubarak from my family to yours! Cejna We Piroz Be! ❤️❤️ #eidmubarak #eid2024 #cejnawepirozbe #cejnaeidepirozbe