Chef Stella Kitchen, Austin, TX (2026)

09/02/2026

🍋 Lemon Magic Pie

Ingredients

For the crust:

* 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
* ¼ cup melted butter
* 2 tbsp sugar

For the filling:

* 1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
* ½ cup fresh lemon juice
* 1 tbsp lemon zest
* 3 large egg yolks
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
* Pinch of salt

For topping:

* Whipped cream
* Lemon slices or extra lemon zest

Method

1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. Make the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish.
3. Prepare the filling: Whisk condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, vanilla, and salt until smooth and creamy.
4. Fill the crust: Pour the lemon mixture over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
5. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the center is just set. Don’t overbake.
6. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
7. Serve: Top with whipped cream and garnish with lemon zest or thin lemon slices.

🍋 Tip: Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest flavor. For an extra-refreshing dessert, chill the pie overnight before serving.

09/01/2026

Jumbo Molasses Cookies 🍪

Ingredients:
• 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• ½ tsp ground cloves
• ½ tsp salt
• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• ⅓ cup molasses
• ½ cup granulated sugar, for rolling

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until light and creamy. Add the egg and molasses, then mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. Roll the dough into large balls, about 2–3 tablespoons each, then coat generously in granulated sugar.
5. Place the dough balls several inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 11–13 minutes, until the cookies are puffed and crackled around the edges.
6. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container.

09/01/2026

Sweet Potato Cheesecake Brownies 🍠🍫

Ingredients:

For the Brownie Layer:
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1½ cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Sweet Potato Cheesecake Layer:
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar. Add the eggs and vanilla, then mix until smooth. Stir in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
3. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the mashed sweet potato, egg, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until creamy and well combined.
4. Spread about two-thirds of the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan. Spoon the sweet potato cheesecake mixture over the top, then drop the remaining brownie batter in small spoonfuls over the cheesecake layer. Gently swirl with a knife to create a marbled pattern.
5. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the brownie portion comes out with a few moist crumbs.
6. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing into squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

09/01/2026

Fresh Garden Salad 🥗

Ingredients:
• 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 medium carrot, shredded
• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
• 4–5 radishes, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional
• ¼ cup croutons, optional

For the Dressing:
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Method:

1. Wash and thoroughly dry all the vegetables. Chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.
2. Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrot, red onion, and sliced radishes.
3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
5. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and croutons if desired, then serve immediately.

08/31/2026

CHICKEN FRIED STEAK WITH GRAVY RECIPE

• 4 cube steaks
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups country gravy
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FULL RECIPE IN TOP C.O.M.M.E.N.T 👇💬

08/31/2026

Fried Potatoes, Onions & Smoked Polish Sausage 🥔🧅🌭

Ingredients:
• 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced into bite-sized pieces
• 1 lb smoked Polish sausage, sliced into rounds
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp dried parsley, optional

Method:

1. Heat the vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes in a single layer and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to turn golden brown.
2. Add the sliced onion and continue cooking for 5–7 minutes, until the onion becomes soft and lightly caramelized.
3. Add the smoked Polish sausage, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together and cook for another 8–10 minutes, until the sausage is browned and the potatoes are crispy and tender.
4. Sprinkle with dried parsley if desired and serve hot as a hearty breakfast, lunch, or easy dinner.

08/31/2026

🥩 Beef Stroganoff 😍

Ingredients:
• 1½ lbs beef sirloin or tenderloin, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt, to taste
• ¾ cup sour cream
• 12 oz wide egg noodles
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Method:

1. Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Season the sliced beef with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches for 1–2 minutes per side, then transfer to a plate.
3. Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Add the onion and mushrooms and cook for 6–8 minutes, until softened and golden.
4. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
5. Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and onions. Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes.
6. Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring. Add the Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard. Simmer for 4–5 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
7. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the sour cream until smooth. Do not let the sauce boil, or the sour cream may separate.
8. Return the beef and any juices to the skillet. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, just until the beef is heated through.
9. Spoon the creamy beef stroganoff over the warm egg noodles and garnish with fresh parsley.
10. Serve immediately with crusty bread or a simple green salad. 🥩🍄🍜✨

08/30/2026

🍗 Sticky BBQ Chicken

Ingredients

* 2 lb (900 g) chicken drumsticks or thighs
* 1 cup BBQ sauce
* 2 tbsp olive oil
* 1 tbsp honey
* 1 tsp smoked paprika
* 1 tsp garlic powder
* ½ tsp onion powder
* ½ tsp black pepper
* 1 tsp salt
* ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
* 1 tbsp lemon juice

Method

1. Season the chicken: Pat the chicken dry. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, chili powder, and lemon juice. Add the chicken and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Bake: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the chicken on a lined baking tray and bake for 25–30 minutes.
3. Make it sticky: Mix the BBQ sauce with honey. Brush generously over the chicken.
4. Finish cooking: Return the chicken to the oven for 10–15 minutes, brushing with more BBQ sauce halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and beautifully caramelized.
5. Serve: Let it rest for 5 minutes, then brush with extra BBQ sauce and serve hot. 🍗🔥

Tip: For extra-charred edges, broil/grill the chicken for 2–3 minutes at the end, watching closely so the sauce doesn’t burn.

08/30/2026

🍌 Banana Bread Brownies 😍

Ingredients:
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1½ cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 bananas)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, optional

For the Glaze:
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ¼ cup heavy cream or milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar. Add the eggs, vanilla, and mashed bananas and mix until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture. Stir just until combined, then fold in the chopped nuts if using.
5. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
7. While the brownies cool, make the glaze. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly.
8. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and salt. Let the glaze cool for a few minutes.
9. Pour the warm glaze over the slightly cooled banana brownies and spread evenly.
10. Let them cool completely before cutting into squares. 🍌🍫✨

Tip: For extra moist banana brownies, use very ripe bananas with plenty of brown spots.

08/29/2026

Mee Maw's Chocolate Cake

My husband's Mee Maw was a wonderful baker. I don’t even like chocolate cake, but I just can’t help myself with this one.

Ingredients:

CAKE:
2 c all-purpose flour
2 c granulated sugar
3/4 c cocoa powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 c milk
1/2 c vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 c black coffee
2 lg eggs

FROSTING:
1/3 c butter, softened
3 oz unsweetened or semi-sweet chocolate, melted
3 c confectioners' sugar
1/2 c sour cream
2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions:
Test Kitchen Tips: If you find the frosting too stiff, add more sour cream or milk to thin it until the proper consistency. We used 8-inch round baking pans.

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Mix flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt for the cake in a large mixing bowl.

2. Add the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, coffee, and eggs.

3. Beat well. The batter will be thin.

4. Prepare two 8-9 inch pans by greasing and flouring them. Evenly pour the batter into the prepared pans.

5. Bake for approximately 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

6. Once a toothpick comes clean, remove the cakes from the oven. Allow to cool for 5 minutes. Then remove from the pan and place on a cooling rack.

7. Once the cakes are cool, beat together the ingredients for the frosting with a hand mixer.

8. Place one cake on a cake plate. Smear a layer of frosting on top of the cake.

9. Place the other cake on top of the frosting. Carefully smear the frosting over the sides and top of the cake. There should be enough for a thin layer.

Cook time: 45 Min Prep time: 30 Min Yield: 8 serving(s)

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