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Moist chocolate cupcake recipe (and a Mascarpone frosting)

These moist and easy chocolate cupcakes are a one bowl recipe made with olive oil. The Mascarpone frosting is basically a fudgy ganache that takes them over the top

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You probably already have a chocolate cupcake recipe in your recipe book, but if you’re like me then you know that there’s always room for another one! Plus this recipe is very easy (it’s made in just one bowl and you can even make it without an electrical mixer), it has some healthy fat from the olive oil – just like these melt-in-your-mouth olive oil brownies – and produces moist, intensely chocolaty, fluffy and soft cupcakes. As far as the chocolate Mascarpone frosting I really have no words… It’s like eating a fudgy chocolate truffle, and it complements the cupcakes perfectly. Note that this cupcake recipe is without milk, but the frosting is not. So, if you follow a dairy-free diet you can make the cupcakes but you should substitute the Mascarpone frosting with something else that doesn’t contain dairy.

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How to make labneh (Yogurt cheese)

This recipe for homemade labneh (yogurt cheese) will give you a creamy, smooth, and delicious healthy cheese. Serve it for breakfast, snack or as an appetizer.

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What is Labneh?

Labneh is a delicious cream cheese made from yogurt. Because Labneh is made from yogurt, it is low in fat and high in protein content. It is also rich in probiotics, the live bacteria that help your gut function better and stay healthy. The first time i tried to make Labneh I was a bit skeptical because I always found the taste of yogurt too tangy for my taste. That’s why I usually sweeten it with some honey, like in this recipe for yogurt parfaits with honey and fruits. But to my surprise, labneh tuerned out to be a delicious creamy fresh cheese with just the right amount of tang. It is probably because of the salt, which helps to cut down any excessive tanginess.

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Easy no bake cheesecake recipe (with sautéed peaches)

This easy no-bake cheesecake is simple and very quick to make. It will surprise you with its smooth texture and amazing taste. Top it with fruit preserves or sautéed peaches

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I know there are many simple no-bake cheesecake recipes out there, but I really think that this is one of the easiest you will find. It is made with Philadelphia cream cheese spread and without condensed milk. Actually, the basic ingredients for this recipe are very few (cookie crumbs, butter, sugar, cream cheese and heavy cream) plus some lemon and vanilla extract as aromatics. The topping can be fresh fruit, fruit preserves or the sautéed peaches you see in the photos. And if you’re a fan of no-bake desserts, then you should definitely try these no-bake Oreo tarts with white chocolate cream and red fruits.

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Greek fried zucchini chips recipe (crispy & vegan)

Fried zucchini chips is a popular appetizer usually served at Greek taverns during summer. Learn the trick to make the crispiest, crunchiest chips ever, at home!

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If you’ve ever been to a Greek tavern then you probably have seen these fried zucchini chips on the menu. Zucchini chips is a very popular appetizer and goes amazingly well with a glass of chilled white wine or ouzo. There are a few different recipes for these chips, but after many tries, I can say that this recipe produces the crunchiest chips ever, due to a simple trick you’re going to do just before frying them. Except for the frying process, which requires you to be over the frying pan the most of the time, this is a very easy and simple recipe, everyone can make at home.

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Greek rabbit stew recipe (in red wine sauce)

This easy Greek rabbit stew recipe in red wine and tomato sauce is a popular dish especially in the region of Crete. If you’re a hunter, you can also use hare.

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Cretan people LOVE rabbit. For me, this recipe for rabbit stew is a hearty, comfort food which brings so many childhood memories. I distinctively remember myself jumping up and down from pure joy every time my mom used to ask us if we wanted rabbit stew for dinner or “kounelaki kokkinisto” as it’s called in Greek – the only major competitor of rabbit was – and still is – Pastitsio. This Cretan traditional dish is probably best enjoyed during winter because it is so warm and cozy, but I make it in every chance I get, no matter the season. I also happen to like it best when served with fried potatoes on the side, but for this post and for a lighter meal, I cooked the potatoes in the red sauce. A large dollop of mashed potatoes, pasta, or some rice are also great sides.

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