French Onion Biscuits

Heavenly French Onion Biscuits

The caramelized onion flavor comes from the Daisy Sour Cream French Onion Dip. It has all the homemade flavor of caramelized onions and herby goodness, with none of the work. It makes the biscuits tender and flaky with a rich, decadent flavor.  

Easy French Onion Biscuits Ingredients

  • All-Purpose Flour (2 cups): The most versatile flour, it can be found in most kitchens. It contains protein, which forms gluten, helping the dough stretch and create a light, airy texture.
  • Baking Powder (1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon): A main ingredient for leavening. It adds volume and lightness to the batter.
  • Salt (1/2 teaspoon): Helps enhance the flavors and balances the dough.
  • Baking Soda (1/2 teaspoon): Another ingredient for leavening. It helps the batter rise and gives baked goods a light and fluffy texture.
  • Daisy French Onion Dip  (1 1/2 cups): The secret ingredient to this delicious dish, the dip adds a creamy deliciousness. It has all the flavor of caramelized onions with none of the work. It makes the base of the sauce silky and creamy with the homemade tastes that like it took hours to develop.
  • Vegetable Oil (1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon): One of the best options for baking, it has a mild, neutral flavor.
  • Salted Butter (4 tablespoons, softened): Accentuates the flavors of the biscuits and seasoning.
  • Everything Bagel Seasoning (1 tablespoon): A toasty, nutty seasoning with dried onion, garlic, and salt. It adds flavor and visual interest to the biscuits.

Substitutions, Variations, and Tips

  • Daisy Sour Cream Creamy Ranch Dip may be used in place of the French Onion Dip for an herbier flavor with all the same great qualities.
  • You’ll want to carefully measure your flour. The easiest way to do this is to scoop it into your measuring cup and level off the top with a knife.
  • Melted unsalted butter may be used in place of the vegetable oil. Make sure your butter is melted, but room temperature.
  • Other seasoning blends may be used in place of everything bagel seasoning. Experiment with your favorite blends for fun new combinations.
  • Don’t overwork your batter. Mix just until coarse crumbs form (see below). Then, pat the dough into shape. Overworking (overmixing) will cause tough biscuits.
  • You can cut the biscuits with a knife, biscuit cutters, or a round glass dipped in flour. Reshape any remaining dough to make more biscuits.
  • Lightly flour your work surface to keep the biscuits from sticking.
  • You can use a marble slab, parchment paper, or foil on your surface to form and cut the biscuits.
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment or use silicon baking sheets, sprayed with non-stick spray, to keep the biscuits from sticking to the pan.

How to make Easy French Onion Biscuits

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Position one of the racks in the middle.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until well mixed.
  3. Spoon dollops of Daisy Sour Cream French Onion Dip and drizzle vegetable oil on top of the dry mixture. Stir until all is just moistened.
  4. Lightly flour a surface. Turn the dough out onto the surface (including dry bits on the bottom of the bowl) and use your hands to knead the dough roughly 8 times.
  5. Lightly re-flour the surface. Using a rolling pin or your hands to roll or pat the dough into a ¾” thick circle that’s about 8” wide.
  6. Cut out 6 biscuits with a biscuit cutter or a sharp knife. Re-knead the scraps a couple of times, roll them back out, then cut 2 more biscuits. Discard any leftover scraps.
  7. Line a cookie sheet with parchment or a silicon baking mat. Spray with non-stick spray.
  8. Softly and carefully brush the tops of the biscuits with half of the softened butter (do not deflate biscuits by using too much pressure). Sprinkle the tops with the everything seasoning.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top. If the seasoning begins to over-toast, tent cover with aluminum foil for the last few minutes of baking.
  10. Remove from oven and serve warm with the remaining butter.

by BSokolsky

French Onion Mushroom Ravioli

French Onion Mushroom Ravioli

This Mushroom Ravioli with French Onion Sauce takes less than 15 minutes to prepare. With only 5 ingredients it is the perfect dish for busy weeknight dinners. The secret to the delicious sauce? The creamy and silky French Onion Sauce is made with Daisy Sour Cream French Onion Dip. It has all the homemade flavor of caramelized onions and herby goodness with none of the work. The quick sauce is combined with fresh packaged ravioli, creating an impressive, yet super easy dinner in minutes.

Not only is the French Onion Sauce easy to make, it’s also easily customizable. Fresh herbs and extra Parmesan cheese add an elegant touch. Adding any precooked meat or veggies to the sauce will make a heartier dish sure to please your family and friends. This recipe is easily scalable. You can double it for larger groups or divide it in half for a couple.

You’ll enjoy this restaurant quality pasta with French Onion Sauce so much that it’s sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation. This easy but simple dish will impress your guests with minimal prep time.

Mushroom Ravioli with French Onion Sauce Ingredients

  • Premade Mushroom Ravioli (18 ounces): Easily accessible in your grocery refrigerator section, premade pasta cooks in only a few minutes and have the fresh taste that rivals homemade pasta without the mess. The texture of fresh pasta is more tender and chewier than frozen pasta.
  • Daisy French Onion Dip (1 cup): The secret ingredient to this delicious dish, the dip, adds a creamy deliciousness. It has all the flavor of caramelized onions with none of the work. It makes the base of the sauce silky and creamy with a homemade taste like it took hours to develop.
  • Heavy Cream (also called Whipping Cream, 1/2 cup): Adds a richness to the sauce and thins it to the perfect consistency.
  • Parmesan Cheese (2 tablespoons, plus more for garnish): Best when freshly shredded, it adds a nutty saltiness to the sauce and is the classic finishing touch to pasta that you know and love.
  • Salt and Fresh Cracked Black Pepper (to taste): These simple spices found in every kitchen, elevate your dishes, and enhance the other flavors. Easily customizable to individual tastes, each person can adjust the seasoning of their portion.
  • Optional Fresh Basil (a few leaves): It adds a touch of freshness with the classic flavor for which Italian food is known.

Substitutions, Variations, and Tips

  • Any flavor of prepared fresh ravioli may be substituted for mushroom ravioli.
  • Frozen ravioli may be used in place of fresh, adjusting the cooking time per the directions on the package.
  • Half and Half, whole milk, or chicken broth may be used in place of heavy cream. Note, the sauce will be thinner.
  • Pecorino, Romano, or Asiago cheese may be substituted for Parmesan. Freshly shredded Parmesan is best. It’s more cost effective, tastes better, and melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
  • Try swapping the optional fresh basil for other fresh herbs. Fresh thyme or fresh rosemary would complement the mushroom ravioli well.
  • A sprinkling of dried Italian herbs is also a good compliment to the sauce.
  • Try adding fresh sauteed mushrooms for a heartier pasta.
  • Easily customizable by adding your favorite precooked protein such as grilled chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, or roasted veggies.
  • If the sauce is too thick, you can add a spoonful of hot pasta water, one spoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
  • If you’re serving a larger group, this recipe is easily doubled. Simply double the ingredients and follow the directions for preparation. Likewise, the recipe can be halved to serve a couple

How to make Mushroom Ravioli with French Onion Sauce

  1. In a large pan combine Daisy French onion, heavy cream, and parmesan, slowly bring to a simmer (approximately 4-6 minutes). Stir often. Do not boil.
  2. Meanwhile, cook the ravioli according to the package instructions in a large pot with salted water. Drain the ravioli.
  3. Gently stir the drained ravioli into the warm sauce to coat.
  4. If desired, season with salt and pepper to taste, and then garnish with fresh basil and additional parmesan cheese.

by BSokolsky

No Bake Strawberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

No Bake Strawberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

These rich and creamy No Bake Cheesecake Jars with Strawberries are so delicious you’ll crave them again and again. With cottage cheese replacing the heavier cream cheese in traditional cheesecake, these are not only lighter and fluffier, but they are also significantly lower in calories, fat, and carbs than traditional cheesecake. Now you can enjoy a delicious, decadent dessert without the guilt.

Quick and easy to make, these cheesecakes are perfect for date night, impressing your guests during the holidays, or as a simple weeknight snack.

Made with only a handful of ingredients, this dessert packs creamy deliciousness in every bite. These cheesecakes have 50% less calories and 60% less fat than a slice of traditional cheesecake that is made with cream cheese. Made with a few simple, high-quality ingredients, you can whip up these desserts in under 5 minutes.

No Bake Cheesecake Jars with Strawberries Ingredients

  • Sugar (1 teaspoon): Adds a touch of sweetness to the strawberries.
  • Strawberries (4): Look for bright red berries with bright green caps that smell fragrant. Naturally full of vitamins, including Vitamin C and nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants. They are also an excellent source of magnesium.
  • Graham Crackers (6 tablespoons): Adds a light, sweet, crunchy texture that you know and love from classic cheesecake.
  • Salted Butter (2 tablespoons, melted): Adds a bit of flavor and holds the graham crackers together.
  • White Chocolate (2/3 cup): Good quality white chocolate provides a sweet, buttery, slightly milky flavor to the cheesecakes.
  • Daisy Cottage Cheese (1 1/4 cup): The secret ingredient in these delicious cheesecakes. It lightens the cheesecakes and adds a silky, creamy texture that you love in cheesecake.
  • Vanilla Extract (1/2 teaspoon): Enhances the flavor of desserts.

Substitutions, Variations, and Tips

  • Feel free to use other fresh fruit toppings or swap the fresh fruit and sugar for your favorite jam (i.e., cherry).
  • Animal Crackers, chocolate wafers, or gluten-free graham crackers may be used in place of traditional graham crackers.
  • An immersion blender may be used in place of the food processor to create the creamy, light, fluffy cheesecake filling.
  • Microwave white chocolate chips in short time increments to avoid scorching.
  • Semisweet chocolate may be used in place of white chocolate, with chocolate wafers in place of graham crackers for the classic chocolate strawberry combination.

How to make No Bake Cheesecake with Fresh Strawberries Jars

  1. Gently stir together diced strawberries and sugar. Set aside.
  2. Mix graham crackers with melted butter. Set aside.
  3. Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave safe container. Microwave at 30 second intervals until just melted (about 1 ½ minutes).
  4. Pour blended cottage cheese and vanilla mixture into a medium mixing bowl then use a rubber spatula to gently fold-in melted white baking chips.
  5. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the graham mixture into the bottom of a mason jar, scoop ½ cup of cheesecake filling on top and smooth with the back of a spoon.
  6. Sprinkle 1 more tablespoon of the graham mixture on top.
  7. Garnish with the strawberries.
  8. Repeat with remaining jars. Chill for 2 hours in refrigerator before serving.

by BSokolsky

Sour Cream Strawberry Dip

Sour Cream Brown Sugar Berry Dip

You may not have heard of this quick and easy treat, but Sour Cream Brown Sugar Berry Dip is the perfect combination of tart and sweet. Full of juicy flavor and creamy goodness, this combination is perfect for entertaining or for a tasty treat to enjoy any time of the day.

Made with a few ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen; Sour Cream Brown Sugar Berry Dip is a cinch to throw together when your family and friends need a spur of the moment treat.  Feel free to customize if you want to swap out the strawberries for other fruits. Perhaps even consider setting up a dipping station for more fun. Family and friends will love dipping their own berries. Just make sure they don’t double dip.

Sour Cream Brown Sugar Berry Dip Ingredients

  • Daisy Sour Cream (3/4 cup): The creamy and decadent base of the dip, the slightly tangy sour cream complements the sweetness of the fruit.
  • Orange Juice (1 teaspoon): Adds a citrus note to the dip without being overpowering.
  • Brown Sugar (1/2 cup): Adds a rich buttery, caramel flavor to the dip. Light or dark brown sugar may be used in this recipe. Use dark brown sugar for a deeper flavor or light brown sugar for a lighter flavor.
  • Strawberries (36 medium, about 1 1/2 pounds): Look for bright red berries with bright green caps. Medium to small strawberries work best for this recipe.

Substitutions, Variations, and Tips

  • Keep strawberries and other berries refrigerated before use. Wash with cool water, and then dry before using.
  • This dip is also great with apple or pear slices, as well as grapes!
  • Either fresh or prepared orange juice may be used in this recipe.
  • Try substituting lime juice for the lemon juice.
  • Turbinado sugar (raw sugar) may be used in place of light brown sugar.
  • Or you can leave out the brown sugar altogether.

How to make Sour Cream Brown Sugar Berry Dip

  1. Combine the sour cream and orange juice in small bowl; mix well.
  2. Place the brown sugar in another small bowl.
  3. Dip the strawberries in the sour cream mixture and then roll in the brown sugar.

by BSokolsky

Easy Cottage Cheese Pizza

Quick and Delicious Cottage Cheese Baguette Pizza

The tasty and air-fryer made Easy Cottage Cheese Pizza comes together in about 5 minutes. It’s loaded with protein from the cottage cheese and has a crispy crunch thanks to the toasted baguette base. Explore all your favorite options with this versatile pizza, from pepperoni to grilled chicken, and pesto to grilled veggies.

This delicious pizza can be eaten as a quick snack or an easy dinner. The whole family will love it. Great for both game days and after school snacking.

The star of this quick and easy pizza is the cottage cheese which adds a creamy texture and a boost of protein to satisfy your pizza craving, without adding the extra fat and calories from traditional pizza. The toppings are endless. Make it even healthier with added fresh vegetables. Our favorite is colorful tomatoes and balsamic glaze.

Easy Cottage Cheese Pizza Ingredients

  • French Baguette (1/4 loaf): You’ll need a hearty, crusty loaf.
  • Olive Oil (1 teaspoon): You’ll want a good quality olive oil for toasting the bread.
  • Pizza Sauce (2 tablespoons): Your favorite jarred pizza sauce or marinara works great for this recipe.
  • Daisy Cottage Cheese (1/3 cup): The star ingredient for this delicious pizza. It’s creamy, delicious, and packed with protein. The best part, Daisy Cottage Cheese has 65% less fat than mozzarella and 68% less saturated fat.
  • Fresh Basil (3 leaves, torn): For a fresh burst of flavor.
  • Optional Fresh Cracked Pepper: Adds a rounder and deeper flavor than ground pepper.
  • Optional Parmesan Cheese: Best when freshly grated, it adds a nutty saltiness as a finishing touch.
  • Optional Fresh Grape or Cherry Tomatoes: Rich, sweet, and juicy, fresh tomatoes add a burst of flavor.
  • Optional Balsamic Glaze: A classic finish to many Italian dishes, it enhances the flavors of the recipe.

Substitutions, Variations, and Tips

  • Feel free to add additional pizza toppings such as pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, and green onions.
  • Add some non-traditional veggies such as spinach, zucchini, or asparagus. Most fresh veggies will taste great.
  • Try subbing prepared pesto, alfredo, or barbeque sauce for the pizza sauce for a twist.
  • Try topping with basil leaves for a burst of freshness.
  • Don’t skip baking the bread before adding the toppings. It helps develop the crispy, crunchy crust!

How to make Easy Cottage Cheese Pizza

  1. Set-up crisper basket inside of air fryer and preheat to 400°F.
  2. Cut the loaf of baguette in half lengthwise. Brush the cut surface with olive oil.
  3. Place bread inside of air fryer, cut side up, and bake for 2 minutes until surface is lightly toasted.
  4. Remove the toasted bread and spread pizza sauce evenly over surface.
  5. Top sauce with dollops of cottage cheese. Bake for 4 to 5 minutes more.
  6. Remove pizza from air fryer. Cool for 1 minute.
  7. Add the fresh basil.
  8. Top with the optional pepper, Parmesan, tomatoes, and balsamic glaze, if desired.

by BSokolsky