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Kitchen Tales, 3 Greenwich Avenue, Queens, NY (2026)

10/09/2025

Rösti Potato Rolls 😋
✅Ingredients:
4 eggs
salt and pepper
50 grams Parmesan cheese
350 grams potatoes
200 grams cheese
200 grams pork
✅Preparation:
Beat the eggs
with salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Grate about 4 potatoes, dry them well, and add them to the egg mixture. Add the thyme and mix well. Pour the mixture onto a baking sheet and bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes. Top with cheese and bacon and roll up. Alternatively, bake for another 10 minutes at 180°C (350°F) until the cheese is melted.

09/21/2025

Christmas Fruit Loaf Cake
Ingredients
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
• 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground nutmeg
• ½ tsp ground cloves
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup (60ml) orange juice
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 1 cup (150g) mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, cranberries, cherries)
• ½ cup (80g) chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
• 2 tbsp flour (for coating fruits)
• Optional: 2 tbsp rum or brandy for soaking fruits
Instructions
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then beat in eggs one at a time. Add vanilla, orange juice, and zest. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices. Toss dried fruits and nuts with 2 tbsp flour to prevent sinking. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture, then fold in fruits and nuts. Pour batter into a greased and lined loaf pan. Bake at 160°C (320°F) for 60–75 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
For extra flavor, brush the top with a little rum or brandy while warm. Dust with powdered sugar or glaze for a festive finish.

09/21/2025

This classic Greek salad is fresh, crisp, and full of bold Mediterranean flavor — the perfect side or light meal that comes together in minutes!
you will need
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, sliced into half moons
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives
200g (7 oz) block of feta cheese (or large cubes)
2–3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt & black pepper to taste
In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, and olives. Place the feta on top (leave it in a block for tradition, or cube it if you prefer). Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar, sprinkle with oregano, and season with salt and pepper. Gently toss before serving, or serve as-is for a rustic look.
Crisp, briny, and refreshing — this salad is sunshine in a bowl!

09/08/2025

I'm 95 today. No wife, no kids, I made the cake myself🥰❤

09/08/2025

Creamy Cheesecake 😋
✅Ingredients:
21 cm mold
600 g quark
250 g cream cheese (+ 70 g topping)
4 eggs
90 g sugar
20 g vanilla sugar
30 g cornstarch
300 g raspberries
1 pinch of salt
✅Preparation:
1. Beat the quark, cream cheese, cornstarch, and egg yolks until stiff peaks form.
2. Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt, sugar, and vanilla sugar until stiff peaks form. Pour the beaten egg whites into the cheese mixture and gently fold the two mixtures together.
3. Pour the mixture into a mold and bake in a preheated oven at 160 degrees Celsius (320 degrees Fahrenheit) for 45-50 minutes.
4. Let the cake cool in the mold to room temperature. Then cover the mold with aluminum foil and refrigerate for 2 hours.

5. Cover the top of the cake with cream cheese and place the raspberries on top.

09/07/2025

🔥🧄🍗 Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta in Velveeta Garlic Butter Sauce
Ingredients
For the Cajun Chicken:
1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
For the Bowtie Pasta & Velveeta Garlic Butter Sauce:
12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup chicken broth
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
½ cup reserved pasta water (if needed for desired creaminess)
Optional Garnish:
Fresh parsley
Extra Parmesan
A light sprinkle of Cajun seasoning
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Bowtie Pasta
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Cajun Chicken
Pat chicken strips dry and season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Velveeta Garlic Butter Sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Add heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
Stir in Velveeta cubes and Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
Sprinkle in red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Step 4: Combine Pasta & Chicken
Add cooked bowtie pasta into the Velveeta garlic butter sauce, tossing to coat.
Return the Cajun chicken strips to the skillet and gently fold into the pasta.
Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
Step 5: Serve & Garnish
Plate the creamy Cajun pasta and chicken. Top with fresh parsley, extra Parmesan, and a light sprinkle of Cajun seasoning.
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
⚡ Calories per Serving: ~920 kcal

09/05/2025

Seafood Loaded Baked Potato with 3-Cheese Sauce 🥔🦐🦀🔥
This creamy, cheesy, and seafood-packed baked potato is pure comfort food! Loaded with shrimp, crawfish, and a rich 3-cheese sauce, it's perfect for a hearty meal.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Baked Potato:
2 large Russet potatoes
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
For the Seafood Filling:
½ lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
½ cup crawfish tails (or lump crab meat)
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp minced garlic
¼ cup green onions, chopped
For the 3-Cheese Sauce:
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp flour
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
¼ cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
¼ cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
½ tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp black pepper
🔥 Instructions1️⃣ Bake the Potatoes:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Scrub potatoes clean, poke holes with a fork, rub with olive oil & salt.
Bake 50-60 minutes until soft inside.
2️⃣ Cook the Seafood:
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Toss in shrimp & crawfish, season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and paprika.
Cook for 4-5 minutes until shrimp turn pink. Remove from heat.
3️⃣ Make the 3-Cheese Sauce:
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in heavy cream until smooth.
Add Parmesan, Cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until melted.
Season with Cajun seasoning & black pepper. Keep warm.
4️⃣ Assemble the Loaded Potato:
Cut open baked potatoes and fluff the insides with a fork.
Pour cheese sauce inside the potato.
Add cooked seafood on top and drizzle with more cheese sauce.
Garnish with green onions & a sprinkle of paprika.
🔥 Enjoy the ultimate cheesy, seafood-stuffed baked potato! Would you like a spicy version with a kick? Let me know! 😋

09/05/2025

Strawberries 🍓 🍓

09/04/2025

Grilled Garlic Herb Butter Lobster Tails
Ingredients
2–4 lobster tails (4 to 6 oz each)
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
½ tsp paprika (for color)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes or Old Bay
How to Prepare the Lobster Tails
Butterfly the lobster tails:
Use kitchen shears to cut through the top shell down to the tail, avoiding cutting the meat.
Gently pull the shell apart and lift the meat up and out, resting it on top of the shell (still attached at the base).
Make the garlic butter:
In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Grilling Instructions
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400–450°F).
Brush lobster meat generously with garlic butter.
Grill flesh-side down for 4–5 minutes.
Flip, brush with more butter, and grill shell-side down another 3–4 minutes, until opaque and slightly charred.
Baste with remaining garlic butter just before serving.
Serve With:
Lemon wedges
Extra garlic butter for dipping
Grilled corn or asparagus
A light pasta or salad on the side

09/03/2025

Creamy Salmon and Shrimp Alfredo
Ingredients:
8 oz fettuccine pasta
2 salmon fillets, cut into chunks
1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Cook the pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Sear the salmon and shrimp:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the salmon chunks with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Prepare the Alfredo sauce:
Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in the skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine everything:
Add the cooked pasta to the Alfredo sauce and toss to coat. Gently place the seared salmon and shrimp on top.
Serve and garnish:
Transfer to serving plates and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm.

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