Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 8 hours soaking) Cook Time: 2 – 3 hours Total Time: 10 hours 10 minutes (mostly hands-off) Yields: 6 servings Cooking Intensities Hands-On Effort: Low Skill Level: Beginner Cooking Process: Simmering / Slow Cooking Equipment A large clay pot (olla de barro), Dutch oven, or heavy-bottomed stockpot with a tight-fitting lid. Colander Ingredients 1 lb (about 2 ½ cups) … Read more

Yield: 12 Empanadas Prep Time: 45 minutes (plus 1 hour chilling) Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes Difficulty: Intermediate Category: Baking, Dessert, Pastry Cuisine: Latin American There’s nothing quite like the warm, comforting aroma of homemade Pumpkin Empanadas wafting through your kitchen. These sweet, hand-held pastries, known as Empanadas de Calabaza, … Read more

Yield: 1 Loaf Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus roasting garlic) Rising/Fermentation Time: 12-16 hours Baking Time: 45-50 minutes Total Time: 13-17 hours Difficulty: High (Requires an active sourdough starter and some bread-making experience) Ingredients For the Roasted Garlic and Herb Mixture: 1 large head of garlic 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped … Read more

Prep Time: 15 minutes Chill Time: 30 minutes (minimum) Total Time: 45 minutes Recipe Intensity: Easy – Perfect for beginners and seasoned chefs alike. No special skills required! Recipe Lasts: When stored correctly in an airtight container in the refrigerator, these protein balls will stay fresh and delicious for up to 2 weeks. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months. … Read more

Yields: 2 large burritos Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Recipe Intensity: Medium (Requires some multi-tasking but techniques are simple.) Ingredients For the Carnivore Wraps: 4 large eggs 4 oz (about 115g) full-fat cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup (25g) finely grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional, for flavor) Pinch of salt For the … Read more

Prep Time: 2 minutes Cook Time: 90 seconds Total Time: 3.5 minutes Servings: 1 satisfying mug cake Recipe Intensity: Very Easy – Perfect for beginners, late-night cravings, and anyone needing a quick protein boost. Dietary Info: Keto, Carnivore, Grain-Free, Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free, Low-Carb Tired of missing out on a warm, comforting dessert while on a carnivore or keto diet? We’ve got you covered. … Read more

Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 30-35 minutes Cooling Time: 2 hours Total Time: 3 hours (includes cooling) Recipe Intensity: Easy Yields: 16 generous squares There’s something undeniably magical about the combination of pumpkin and warm spices as the air turns crisp. This Pumpkin Square Cake is our go-to dessert for everything from casual weeknight treats to festive holiday potlucks. It … Read more

YIELD: 6 biscuits PREP TIME: 10 minutes COOK TIME: 15 minutes TOTAL TIME: 25 minutes DIFFICULTY INTENSITY: Easy (Beginner-Friendly) Ingredients 2 cups (2 oz / 55g) Pork Panko or finely ground plain pork rinds 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (aluminum-free is recommended for a cleaner taste) ¼ teaspoon Salt (optional, adjust to taste as pork rinds can be salty) ½ cup (4 oz / 115g) Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, … Read more

Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Recipe Intensity: Easy to Moderate. This recipe involves several steps (making the meatball mixture, forming meatballs, preparing a quick sauce) but the techniques are straightforward and perfect for a confident home cook. Ingredients For the Chicken Ricotta Meatballs: 1 lb (450g) ground chicken (a mix … Read more

Overall Difficulty: Intermediate Active Prep Time: 45 minutes Inactive Proofing Time: 12-16 hours Baking Time: 45-50 minutes Total Time: 13-17 hours Yield: 1 large loaf Equipment You’ll Need Digital Kitchen Scale (highly recommended) Mixing Bowls Bench Scraper Banneton Proofing Basket Dutch Oven Parchment Paper Small bowl for mixing filling Ingredients For the Sourdough Base: 500g Bread Flour 350g Water (room temperature) … Read more