Homemade Pudding Recipes

Traditional Homemade Chocolate Pudding

It’s easy to get distracted by oodles of fancy pudding ideas and leave behind the ones that are mainstays. While creative recipes are exciting, having a go-to chocolate pudding option is a must in any family.

Gather These Ingredients

• 3 cups of whole milk
• ¾ cup of pure cane sugar
• 3 tablespoons of cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder
• 1 pinch of salt
• 4 ounces of 80 percent or higher dark chocolate (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons of butter (sliced)
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

How to Make

Whisk sugar, salt, cornstarch, cocoa, and milk in a saucepan over medium heat until mixture thickens and ingredients are fully integrated. Once it is thoroughly blended and bubbles from the heat, add chocolate, vanilla, and butter. Continue to whisk until these ingredients are fully melted.

For smooth pudding, strain into bowls to remove lumps. If you prefer the traditional texture, pour directly into bowls. This recipe can be served warm, or let it stand for 15 minutes and then refrigerate.

Pudding Tip: When whisking in a saucepan, do not increase heat above medium to speed up the process. This may result in burning and poor-tasting pudding.

Quick Classic Tapioca

Although many pudding lovers lean on chocolate or vanilla, tapioca is also one of the finest traditional puddings. This easy-to-make recipe offers hosts a quick dessert option worthy of praise.

Gather These Ingredients

• 3 cups of whole milk
• ½ cup of fast-cooking tapioca
• ½ cup of granulated sugar
• Pinch of sea salt
• 2 eggs (beaten)
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

How to Make

In a saucepan, whisk milk, tapioca, sugar, and salt. Then, bring it to a boil on medium heat. Whisk steadily for 5 minutes following the boiling point. Beat the eggs in a bowl and scoop 1 cup of the warm mixture and blend separately. Once thoroughly mixed, pour it into the saucepan and stir until pudding thickens. Remove the pan from heat and stir in vanilla. Serve warm or cold.

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5 Green Juice Recipes That Actually Taste Good

1. Mean Green Juice (makes two generous servings)

Ingredients:

• 6-9 fresh kale leaves
• 1 cucumber
• 1 medium carrot
• 2 stalks celery
• 1 green apple (peeled and cored)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (add this last by hand, after you’ve juiced everything else)

2. Popeye Spinach Juice (makes two generous servings)

Ingredients:

• 5 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1 cucumber
• 5 stalks celery
• 1 cup fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (add this last by hand, after you’ve juiced everything else)

3. Mint Refresh (makes one serving)

Ingredients:

• 2 cucumbers
• 1 pear (peeled and cored)
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (add this last by hand, after you’ve juiced everything else)

4. Fruity Greens (makes one serving)

Ingredients:

• 2 cucumbers
• 4 celery stalks
• 1 cup fresh parsley
• 1 green apple (peeled and cored)
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger (add last and stir in thoroughly)

5. Melon Blast (makes one serving)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup green melon (cubed)
• 1 cucumber
• 4-5 leaves Swiss chard
• ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (add this last by hand, after you’ve juiced everything else)

Tips For Preparing

To make it easier to process your green juice each day, keep your juicer on your countertop. Make things even more convenient by assembling all your ingredients in a bowl the night before.

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Whether you're hosting a potluck or simply attending as a guest, we've got some great ideas for fall-inspired foods that'll feed a group!

Fall-Inspired Foods for Your Next Potluck Get-Together

Butternut Squash Rolls

Everybody always thinks about main dishes and dessert, but when it comes to potluck, guests will always appreciate some kind of bread to go with the deliciousness of the entrées. These butternut squash rolls speak to the very essence of autumn by incorporating a winter squash that suddenly appears right when the leaves start turning. If you're a baker, this should be one of your go-to fall season potluck offerings.

Turkey Almond Salad

Turkey is a protein that'll soon be the talk of the town as autumn begins to slip into winter. Get a head-start on your turkey-leftover recipes by bringing this turkey almond salad to your next gathering. To make this recipe even easier or if you don't have cooked turkey on hand, swing by your local grocery store and grab a rotisserie chicken. It's the perfect substitution for recipes like this.

Owl Cookies

These owl cookies are fun for kids' parties, but you can rest assured adults will love them, too. They only use a few ingredients, and even if you're not great with the oven, these cookies take care of themselves once you get all their elements together.

Potato Chowder

Your slow cooker was designed to do great things for big crowds. Put it to work this autumn by making potato chowder. You can let the ingredients simmer overnight, so it's ready to go when you are.

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Two Easy and Tasty Dishes to Make With Prepackaged Ravioli

Baked Cheesy Ravioli

• 1 jar tomato pasta sauce
• 1 package ravioli
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• Cooking spray oil

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook the ravioli until they are still al dente. Spray the sides and bottom of a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan with cooking oil spray. Spread three-fourths of the pasta sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Place half of your cooked ravioli in a single layer over the sauce. Top with the leftover sauce and one cup of the mozzarella. Repeat the layers and top with Parmesan cheese. Bake 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted.  

Pan-Fried Ravioli in Vodka Sauce

• 1 package of ravioli (your choice of filling)
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped  
• 1 25-ounce jar vodka pasta sauce
• 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Cook ravioli according to the package directions, and drain. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil and half a tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add half of the ravioli and cook for about four minutes until both sides are golden brown. Remove to a platter. Cook the remaining ravioli in the remaining butter and one tablespoon of the oil. Move the ravioli to the platter. Add a tablespoon of oil and the garlic to the skillet and cook for about 45 seconds or until the garlic is tender. Stir in the vodka pasta sauce until thoroughly heated. Pour sauce over pasta, sprinkle with cheese and serve. 

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1. Taste of the Tropics

Whether it's warm or chilly weather, everyone loves a little taste of the tropics. A smoothie that mixes lime, coconut milk, coconut water and banana with healthy spinach is just the ticket. Add the ingredients to the blender and blend until it's just the right consistency. Add some ice for a thicker, more frosty drink. Flagstaff apartments come alive with excitement and nourishment when you serve up these smoothies.

2. Luscious Creamsicle

Who doesn't love a creamsicle? Kids sure love these treats, and a smoothie that tastes like a creamsicle will please their tastebuds. This recipe calls for almond milk, orange juice, spinach, frozen or fresh peaches and a bit of vanilla flavoring. Simply blend and enjoy. Your kids are bound to love the bright green color.

3. Chocolate with Hidden Gems

It's easy to sneak some greens into your kids' smoothies when you blend up this yummy smoothie concoction. Simply add to the blender, almond milk, cacao powder, almond butter, dates, spinach (the hidden gem), frozen bananas and a dash of cinnamon.

You'll probably love these smoothies as much as your kids do.

Use your creativity to come up with more deliciously healthy green smoothie ideas. And if you're looking for a home with an inviting kitchen for making smoothies and all sorts of other tasty, healthy meals, consider our Flagstaff apartments. We invite you to call our office today to see which floor plans are still available.

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