Rare heavy rains over Iran’s Hormuz Island on Tuesday (Dec 16) briefly transformed the coastline of its famed Red Beach, as runoff turned the water deep crimson, creating a striking contrast with the blue waters of the Persian Gulf. The beach’s vivid red sand and cliffs are due to high concentrations of iron oxide. #iran #irannews | CNA

Red Velvet Cake

Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake - The perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and rich red velvet Ingredients: Red Velvet Cake Bottom/Crumbs: 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 large eggs, room temperature 4 teaspoons red food coloring 2/3 cup buttermilk, room temperature 1 teaspoon baking soda 1