Vietnamese Meat Pies (bánh patê sô)

Join The Happiest Cook on her Great American Recipe Tour as she recreates a pastry similar to that found at California Bakery. It's Vietnamese Meat Pies (bánh patê sô). Watch and learn to make the filling, roll the dough and prepare the pastries for the oven. Open the recipe card, find the camera, click and go straight to our YouTube channel and watch our video! While you are there, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for more tasty recipes from The Happiest Cook!, cl

Seafood Stuffed Shrimp Enbrochette

This Seafood Stuffed Shrimp Enbrochette recipe is DELICIOUS!!!! Shrimp wrapped in bacon and stuffed with pepper jack cheese and the most incredible seafood stuffing. Join me as we walk through from start to finish. You won't be sorry!

How To Cut Up A Chicken

Would you like to learn how to cut up a chicken? In this video, I will show you how to cut a whole chicken into two wings, two half-breasts, two thigh-leg combos, and the back cut in half. This breakdown provides various cuts for different cooking preferences and methods. It is an easy skill to master and it's much easier than you think. I know you can do it by following these step-by-step instructions right along with me. Let's get started!

Chicken Schnitzel

Do you want to learn to cook a classic German dish with a THC twist? This recipe for Chicken Schnitzel is a bit spicier and I put my seasoning right on the chicken instead of in the coating and it's absolutely delicious!  However you choose to season your chicken or breading, this is easy to prepare, kid friendly and perfect for busy weeknights! You can even make some German Potato Salad to go with as a side dish (recipe is on my YouTube channel).  I hope you enjoy it and feel free to leave your comments!  

Smoked Salmon Bites

Who wants to pay market price for Smoked Salmon when you can smoke your own? And, it's so delicious! Afterwards, we will be recreating a Smoked Salmon Everything Bagel Sandwich like the one I ate in LA. OK… I’m sufficiently hungry now! Let's do this!

Perfectly Smoked Chicken Wings

We are cooking Perfectly Smoked Chicken Wings. These wings are different, combining a tasty smoke-house flavor but with extra delicious crispy skin! This recipe is a blend of two of my favorite restaurants: Papa’s Chicken in LA, and the Underground BBQ in Walnut Creek. The perfect Wing Sauce is right here on my BLOG. Enjoy!

Wing Sauce by THC

This is the BEST sauce in the world!  It's tangy, not too sweet and is perfect for tossing with Chicken Wings, brushing on Ribs, or as a side for dipping!  Follow the instructions as written. It's not your ordinary BBQ sauce, but a unique taste sensation for your taste buds!  Enjoy!

Black-Eyed Peas, Smoked Ham & Greens

Join The Happiest Cook as she takes you step-by-step preparing her family favorite dish for the day, Black-Eyed Peas, Smoked Ham & Greens! This recipe is perfect any time you want a hearty and flavorful dish. It's great over rice in a bowl, with cornbread on the side. Follow with me to see just how fabulous this is!

SW Virginia Cheesy Cornbread

Sometimes you just do not have a lot of time to cook! This cornbread recipe tastes like you did just that, spent time cooking! By incorporating some quick shortcuts (like a basic cornbread mix), you can bake up some delicious SW Virginia Cheesy Cornbread in no time at all. Slather it with honey and butter and enjoy!