PATATIM RECIPE W/ SPRITEIngredients:2 kilos (pork leg), pata ng baboy750 ml (3 cups) Sprite¼ cup brown sugar1 tablespoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground pepper1 head of garlic, minced½ cup soy sauce2-3 pcs star anise2-3 pcs bay leaves½ teaspoon pepper corn3-5 tablespoon cooking oil (or enough to sear the pork hocks)1 cup water1 tablespoon cornstarch (dissolved in 1 cup of...

 Mini Pepperoni Pizza Rolls with Creamy Marinara Sauce Get ready for a fun and delicious snack that’s perfect for game day or movie night! Here’s how to make these tasty mini pizza rolls:Ingredients:For the Pizza Rolls:1 pound refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade if preferred)1/2 cup pizza sauce1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cup pepperoni slices, halved or quartered...

Gâteau Marbré Fait MaisonIngredients:200g butter (softened)200g sugar4 eggs200g flour1 tsp baking powder1 tsp vanilla extract2 tbsp cocoa powder2 tbsp milk (optional, for a moister texture)Instructions:Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a loaf pan.Mix butter & sugar: In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.Add dry...

 Beef Carpaccio with Arugula and Parmesan Indulge in this elegant and delicious Beef Carpaccio with Arugula and Parmesan! This dish is perfect as an appetizer or a light meal, showcasing the flavors of tender beef, peppery arugula, and rich Parmesan. Here’s how to make it:Ingredients:8 ounces thinly sliced beef tenderloin (or sirloin, about ⅛ inch thick; ask your butcher to...

Cheesy Jalapeño ShortbreadIngredients:2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornstarch (for extra crumbly texture)1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp black pepper1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)1 cup unsalted butter (softened)1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese2-3 fresh jalapeños (seeds removed, finely chopped)1/2 cup powdered sugar1 egg yolk (optional, for richer flavor and...