Monday, September 30, 2024

Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad



A wholesome and nutritious salad that combines the earthy flavors of quinoa and roasted sweet potatoes with the freshness of red bell peppers, red onions, and parsley. Topped with creamy feta cheese and crunchy toasted pecans, it's a delightful mix of textures and flavors.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans, chopped

Instructions:

Rinse quinoa under cold water and drain

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil

Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed

Remove from heat and let it cool

Preheat your oven to 400F 200C

In a large mixing bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper

Spread them evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender and slightly caramelized

In a large salad bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley

Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans

Drizzle your favorite salad dressing over the salad or serve it with a balsamic vinaigrette on the side

Toss everything together gently, and serve this delicious Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad

Enjoy!


Friday, September 27, 2024

Pineapple Stuffed Pancakes



This tropical treat is a fluffy pancake stuffed with pineapple. Every bite tastes great because of the sweet and sour pineapple chunks. You can eat them slowly for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 cup diced pineapple
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut optional
  • Maple syrup for serving

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt

In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Be careful not to overmix; some lumps are okay

Gently fold in the diced pineapple and shredded coconut if using

Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray

Pour a ladleful of the pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake

Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown

Serve the pineapple stuffed pancakes hot with maple syrup drizzled on top

Enjoy your delicious Pineapple Stuffed Pancakes!


Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Raw Pumpkin Mallomars



For a delicious gluten-free dessert, try these raw pumpkin mallomars. A delicious sweet treat is a pumpkin pie with a rich chocolate coating.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup raw cashews
  • 1 cup pitted dates
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups dairy-free chocolate chips

Instructions:

In a food processor, blend cashews until finely ground

Add dates, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, coconut oil, spices, and salt

Blend until a sticky dough forms

Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet

Flatten the balls slightly to form discs

Freeze the discs for 30 minutes

Meanwhile, melt chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth

Remove the discs from the freezer and dip each one into the melted chocolate, coating it completely

Return the coated discs to the parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for an additional 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has set

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve


Sunday, September 22, 2024

Vegan Rice Krispie & Peanut Butter Cup Brownies



Chocolate, peanut butter, and crispy rice krispies come together in these vegan brownies to make a rich treat that everyone will love. Perfect for when you want something sweet or to wow party guests.

Ingredients:

  • 1 box vegan brownie mix
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 cups vegan mini marshmallows
  • 2 cups vegan rice krispie cereal
  • 1 cup vegan peanut butter cups, chopped

Instructions:

Preheat the oven according to the brownie mix instructions

Grease a baking pan

In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, melted vegan butter, and water

Mix until well combined

Spread half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan

In a small saucepan, melt the peanut butter over low heat until smooth

Pour the melted peanut butter evenly over the brownie batter

Sprinkle the vegan mini marshmallows, vegan rice krispie cereal, and chopped vegan peanut butter cups over the peanut butter layer

Spread the remaining brownie batter over the toppings, covering them completely

Bake in the preheated oven according to the brownie mix instructions, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean

Allow the brownies to cool completely before slicing into squares


Thursday, September 19, 2024

Bacon Cheeseburger



A classic and delicious Bacon Cheeseburger recipe that combines juicy beef patties, crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and flavorful toppings.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 4 slices of cheddar cheese
  • 8 slices of bacon
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup lettuce leaves
  • 1/4 cup sliced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onions
  • 1/4 cup pickles
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Warm up your grill or pan on the stove by setting it on medium-high heat

Shape the ground beef into 4 burger patties that are all the same size

Add salt and pepper to each patty

In a different pan, cook the bacon slices until they are crispy

Take it off and let it dry on paper towels

The burger patties should be cooked for three to four minutes on each side, or until they're done the way you like them

Put a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty to melt in the last minute of cooking

Toast the buns on the grill until they are lightly browned while the burgers are cooking

Put mayonnaise and ketchup in a small bowl and mix them together to make a sauce

Spread the sauce on the toasted buns to make the burgers

Make a burger with cheese, a pickle, a lettuce leaf, a tomato slice, a red onion slice, and two bacon slices for each bottom bun

Put the other half of the bun on top

Enjoy the bacon cheeseburgers while they're still hot


Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Irish Dark and White Chocolate Bread Pudding



This recipe, which combines dark and white chocolate for a rich and decadent St. Patrick's Day dessert, is a delightful twist on the traditional Irish bread pudding. This cozy treat has an Irish flair thanks to the addition of Irish whiskey.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups of stale bread, cubed
  • 1 cup of dark chocolate chips
  • 1 cup of white chocolate chips
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups of whole milk
  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup of Irish whiskey
  • 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C

In a large bowl, combine the cubed stale bread, dark chocolate chips, and white chocolate chips

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, granulated sugar, Irish whiskey, melted butter, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt

Pour the wet mixture over the bread and chocolate in the large bowl, making sure everything is well soaked

Let it sit for about 15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid

Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence

Enjoy your Irish Dark and White Chocolate Bread Pudding!


Friday, September 13, 2024

Booza Dream



Booza Dream is a rich and creamy ice cream that tastes great with pistachios and chocolate chips together. It's great for any time of the year to satisfy your sweet tooth or cool off on a hot summer day.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and salt

Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved and mixture is warm

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract

Let mixture cool completely in the refrigerator for about 2 hours

Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions

During the last few minutes of churning, add chopped pistachios and chocolate chips

Transfer churned ice cream into a container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving


Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Pressure Cooker Curry Chicken



This pressure cooker curry chicken recipe delivers street cart style flavors with tender chicken thighs cooked in a fragrant curry sauce. It's quick, easy, and perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

  • 4 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice, for serving
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, curry powder, cumin, and paprika

In a pressure cooker, saut onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant

Add seasoned chicken thighs and brown on both sides

Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and coconut milk

Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes

Release pressure and carefully open the lid

Serve curry chicken over cooked rice

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving


Sunday, September 8, 2024

Double Chocolate Brownies



Savor the mouthwatering tastes of these Paleo Double Chocolate Brownies. These brownies, made with honey and almond butter, are a healthier take on a traditional favorite.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond butter
  • 1/2 cup raw honey
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips Paleo-friendly

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 325F 163C and grease an 8x8 inch 20x20 cm baking dish

In a mixing bowl, combine almond butter, raw honey, cocoa powder, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt

Mix until well combined

Fold in the dark chocolate chips into the batter

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few crumbs attached

Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares

Serve and enjoy your delicious Double Chocolate Brownies!


Thursday, September 5, 2024

Green Energy Boost Smoothie



This Green Energy Boost Smoothie is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to help beat your crazy cravings while keeping you nourished and satisfied. It's a perfect snack or breakfast option to keep you energized throughout the day.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup spinach leaves
  • 1/2 cup kale leaves
  • 1/2 banana
  • 1/2 cup frozen berries e
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  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 cup almond milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon chia seeds
  • Ice cubes optional

Instructions:

Place spinach, kale, banana, frozen berries, Greek yogurt, honey, and almond milk in a blender

Blend until smooth and creamy

Add chia seeds and blend for another 10 seconds

If desired, add ice cubes and blend until the smoothie reaches your preferred consistency

Pour into a glass and enjoy your green energy boost smoothie!


Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Keto Korean Beef Bowl



A keto-friendly twist on Korean beef bowls, featuring savory ground beef cooked in a flavorful sauce and served over cauliflower rice.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tbsp erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce optional
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice
  • 2 green onions, chopped, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp olive oil, for cauliflower rice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cauliflower rice

Cook until cauliflower rice is tender, about 5-7 minutes

Season with salt and pepper

Set aside

In the same skillet, add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger

Saut until fragrant, about 1 minute

Add ground beef to the skillet

Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, erythritol, rice vinegar, and Sriracha sauce if using

Pour over the cooked beef

Stir well to combine and allow the sauce to thicken slightly

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the beef mixture and stir

Serve the Korean beef over cauliflower rice

Garnish with chopped green onions

Enjoy!


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