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Hello, DIYers!

Nearly a year has passed since we learned about Covid-19! Quarantine started out great! We had creative energy, got things done around the house, and could enjoy the sunshine. Since then, it’s gotten cold and we all had a rough and lonely holiday season. So it stands to reason that we could all use a pick me up! Why not get ambitious in this last leg of winter and try one of these delicious and amazing recipes?! Sure, they’ll take hours… but we’ve got the time and it will be worth it!

Happy cooking!

Peach-Bourbon Jam

This isn’t Smuckers! This jam has the sweetness of peach, vanilla, and a hint of bourbon that will knock your socks off.

Found Epicurious

Seafood Paella

Make no mistake, paella is all about the technique!

Found: Food and Wine

Sour Dough Bread

It’s quarantine! So the carbs don’t count, right?

Found Feasting At Home

Classic French Macarons

Do you have a craving for something sweet? Why not try this baking challenge?! Classic french macarons can be tricky but they are totally worth it!

Found: Ahead of Thyme

Beef Bourguignonne Pot Pie

This is not a quick project, but the pay off is totally worth it!

Found Epicurious

Mole Rojo

Mole rojo is a popular Mexican dish known for it’s rich, dark sauce that takes days to prepare!

Found: Food Network

Pains au Chocolat (Chocolate Filled Croissants)

The flaky crust with the chocolatey center is a masterpiece!

Found: Epicurious

Beef Wellington

Can you achieve the perfect, juicy beef while maintaining a flaky puff pastry crust? Give it a try!

Found: The Recipe Critic

Authentic Chinese Egg Rolls

Enjoy the warm and delicious crunch of these homemade egg rolls!

Found The Woks of Life

Cheese Soufflé

Hungry for something savory and different today? Why not get ambitious and make this fantastic cheese soufflé?

Found: Food and Wine

Homemade Kombucha Tea

If you love kombucha, or you’d like to try, why not make it yourself?!

Found: Delish

Tres Leches Cake

This yummy, milky cake is a classic dessert in Mexico and Latin America. When in doubt, add more cinnamon!

Found Tastes Better from Scratch

Pot Roast

A pot roast is a classic meal that is all about the patience!

Found Saveur

Pad Thai

While the cooking time doesn’t seem overly ambitious, there is a lot of prep work that goes into this fantastic, flavor packed meal! Enjoy something different tonight!

Found: Feasting at Home

Cassoulet in the Style of Toulouse

This dish is an investment of time and money, but you’ll understand why as soon as you taste it!

Found: Epicurious

Banana Bread

It takes a little extra time to make it homemade, but it is worth it!

Found: Sally’s Baking Addiction

Authentic Mexican Tamales

Tamales are to DIE for! But they can be difficult to find. Why not learn to make your own from the experts?!

Found: My Latina Table

Homemade Pizza

Who doesn’t like pizza? Well, you’ll LOVE it from scratch!

Found: Simply Amazing

Baked Alaska

We may not be able to go out and enjoy a fancy dessert at our favorite restaurant for awhile. But you’re still worth it! Why not try it at home?!

Found: Food Network

Homemade Jelly

By making your jelly yourself, you can control exactly how sweet you want it!

Found: Martha Stewart

Gateau St. Honoré

If you’re looking to practice an entire selection of pastry skills, look no further than this French dessert! It uses 4 different techniques to make this delicious treat!

Found: Food Network

The Perfect Homemade Croissants

Throw out the tube and trade it in for the finer things in life!

Found: Sally’s Baking Addiction

Peppercorn-Crusted Short Ribs with Lemon, Olives, and Radishes

Is this not an absolute work of art?!

Found: Saveur

Creme Brulee

While time consuming, did you know that creme brulee isn’t actually that difficult to make at home?!

Found: Food Network

Wonton Soup

You can make this yummy, Chinese food favorite right in your home!

Found: Spend With Pennies

Hungarian Golden Pull-Apart Cake with Walnuts and Apricot Jam

Is your mouth watering yet?!

Found Epicurious

Ravioli

Enjoy this savory and delicious homemade ravioli in a creamy tomato sauce!

Found: Julia’s Album

Perogies

Maybe it’s the Polish in me, but nothing beats homemade perogies! Take some time to make a big batch and freeze them for the future, just like Grandma used to do!