Sopa de Espinaca

 

Sopa de espinacas:

Ingredientes:

• 500 g de espinacas cocidas y escurridas

• 1 cebolla picada

• 2 dientes de ajo picados

• 2 papas medianas peladas y cortadas en cubos

• 1 litro de caldo de vegetales

• 1 taza de leche fresca

• 2 cucharadas de aceite de oliva

• Sal y pimienta al gusto

Preparación:

1. En una olla grande, calienta el aceite de oliva y sofríe la cebolla y el ajo hasta que estén dorados.

2. Añade las papas y el caldo de vegetales. Cocina a fuego medio hasta que las papas estén tiernas.

3. Agrega las espinacas cocidas y cocina por unos minutos más.

4. Tritura la sopa con una batidora de mano hasta obtener una textura suave.

5. Sazona con sal y pimienta al gusto.

6. Sirve caliente, puedes acompañar con crutones.

Almond Honey Fudge

 

Almond Honey Fudge

Ingredients:

• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

• 1/4 cup honey

• 2 cups sugar

• 1 cup finely chopped almonds

• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. Grease a baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper.

2. In a large saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, honey, and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture starts to boil.

3. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture reaches the soft-ball stage (about 235°F or 113°C on a candy thermometer).

4. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped almonds and vanilla extract, if using.

5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

6. Let cool at room temperature until set.

7. Cut into squares and enjoy!

This almond honey fudge is rich, sweet, and nutty—a perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth! Enjoy your homemade confection. If you need more ideas or have other ingredients, let me know!

Almond Peppermint Cookies with Honey

Almond Peppermint Cookies with Honey

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1/4 cup honey

• 1 large egg

• 1 tsp almond extract

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds

• 2 tsp peppermint dust

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Beat the butter, sugar, and honey together in a large bowl until light and fluffy.

3. Add the egg and almond extract, and mix until well combined.

4. Combine the flour and baking powder in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.

5. Fold in the chopped almonds and peppermint dust.

6. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

8. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Peppermint Cream Cheese Frosting

 

Peppermint Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2-3 cups powdered sugar (or to taste)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1-2 tsp peppermint dust (adjust to taste)

• Glass sugar (for decoration)

Instructions:

1. Beat the cream cheese and butter together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.

2. Add the powdered sugar gradually, mixing well after each addition, until you reach your desired sweetness and consistency.

3. Mix in the vanilla extract and peppermint dust until fully combined.

4. Use the frosting to top cupcakes, cookies, or a cake, or as a filling for sandwich cookies.

5. Decorate with glass sugar for a sparkly finish.

This frosting is perfect for adding a festive touch to your baked goods. Enjoy the refreshing peppermint flavor! 🎄🍬

Cream Cheese Cookies

**Cream Cheese Cookies with Sprinkles**

### Ingredients:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

- 1 tsp vanilla extract

- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1/2 tsp baking powder

- Sprinkles (for decoration)

- Glass sugar (for decoration)

### Instructions:

1. **Preheat** your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. **Beat** the butter and cream cheese together in a large bowl until smooth.

3. **Add** the sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until light and fluffy.

4. **Mix** in the flour and baking powder until just combined.

5. **Roll** the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6. **Flatten** each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass.

7. **Decorate** with sprinkles and glass sugar.

8. **Bake** for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are light golden brown.

9. **Cool** on a wire rack.

Mazapán

Ingredientes:

- 250 gramos de almendras molidas

- 250 gramos de azúcar glas

- 1 clara de huevo

- Ralladura de limón (opcional)

- Esencia de almendra (opcional)

Instrucciones:

1. En un bol grande, mezcla las almendras molidas y el azúcar glas.

2. Añade la clara de huevo y mezcla bien hasta obtener una masa homogénea. Si prefieres, puedes añadir ralladura de limón o unas gotas de esencia de almendra para darle más sabor.

3. Amasa la mezcla sobre una superficie limpia hasta que quede suave.

4. Forma bolitas, figuritas o cualquier forma que desees con la masa.

5. Deja reposar las figuritas de mazapán en un lugar fresco durante unas horas o hasta que se endurezcan ligeramente.