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Salted Butter & Choc Chip Shortbread Cookies

12/7/2024

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Salted Butter & Choc Chip Shortbread Cookies

Indulge in the rich and buttery goodness of these salted butter and chocolate chip shortbread cookies. The flaky sea salt enhances the flavors, making them a perfect balance of sweet and salty.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cups all-purpose flour

  • cup unsalted butter, at room temperature

  • cup granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • teaspoon flaky sea salt

  • cup semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper


In a mixing bowl, combine the butter and sugar


Beat until creamy and smooth


Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated


Gradually add the flour and flaky sea salt to the mixture


Mix until just combined


Fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough


Shape the dough into a round disc and wrap it in plastic wrap


Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes


Once chilled, take small portions of the dough and roll them into balls


Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart


Use a fork to gently flatten each ball of dough


Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden


Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely


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Chewy Fudgy Rolo Brownies

12/4/2024

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Chewy Fudgy Rolo Brownies

These Chewy Fudgy Rolo Brownies are the best chocolate treat ever. These brownies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth with a rich brownie base and gooey caramel pockets made from chopped Rolos.

Ingredients:

  • 1 box brownie mix

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil

  • 2 eggs

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 1 cup Rolos, unwrapped and chopped

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 175F 350C


Bundt cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and water should all be mixed together well in a large bowl


Cut up Rolos and add them in


Put the batter into a 9x13-inch baking dish that has been greased


In a hot oven, bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out with a few moist crumbs on it


Let brownies cool down before you cut them into squares


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Quick Vegan Seviyan Kheer

12/2/2024

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Quick Vegan Seviyan Kheer

This vegan twist on the classic Indian dessert, Seviyan Kheer, uses almond milk instead of dairy milk for a creamy and delicious treat. It's quick and easy to make, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings anytime.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup vermicelli

  • 4 cups almond milk

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts almonds, cashews, pistachios

  • 1/4 tsp cardamom powder

  • Saffron strands for garnish optional

Instructions:

Dry roast the vermicelli in a pan until it turns golden brown


Turn the heat up to low and add the almond milk


Add sugar and cardamom powder and mix well


Keep cooking for 10 to 15 minutes or until the vermicelli is done and the kheer gets thicker


Mix in the chopped nuts well


If you want, you can decorate it with saffron strands


You can serve it hot or cold


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Homemade Doughnut Recipe

12/1/2024

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Homemade Doughnut Recipe

Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade doughnuts with this easy recipe. These doughnuts are perfect for a sweet treat any time of day!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

  • 2/3 cup milk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Oil for frying

  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

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


In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract


Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms


Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness


Use a doughnut cutter to cut out doughnut shapes


You can also use a round cutter and a smaller cutter for the holes


Heat the oil in a deep fryer or a large, deep pot to 350F 175C


Carefully place the doughnuts into the hot oil and fry until they are golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side


Remove the doughnuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil


Dust the warm doughnuts with powdered sugar and serve immediately


Enjoy your homemade doughnuts!


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Paleo Wheat Thins

11/29/2024

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Paleo Wheat Thins

These Paleo Wheat Thins are a delicious alternative to traditional wheat crackers. Made with almond flour and coconut flour, they are gluten-free and grain-free, perfect for those following a Paleo lifestyle.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond flour

  • 1 tablespoon coconut flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions:

Set the oven temperature to 175C 350F


Mix together almond flour, coconut flour, paprika, onion powder, and sea salt in a mixing bowl


Mix the dry ingredients with the water and olive oil until a dough forms


Roll out the dough thinly between two sheets of parchment paper


The rolled dough should be placed onto a baking sheet after the top parchment paper is removed


Make small squares or rectangles out of the dough using a pizza cutter or knife


Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are crisp and golden brown, in a preheated oven


Before serving, let the Paleo Wheat Thins cool fully


Snackle up or pair with your preferred Paleo-friendly dip!


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Pastilla Moroccan Chicken Pie

11/26/2024

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Pastilla Moroccan Chicken Pie

A delicious Moroccan chicken pie made with nuts, spices, and buttery phyllo pastry. It's great for a special occasion or a cozy family meal.

Ingredients:

  • 2 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1/2 cup almonds, toasted and chopped

  • 6 sheets phyllo pastry

  • 1/2 cup melted butter

  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 190C 375F


Add the onion and garlic to a large skillet and cook them until the onion is clear


Chicken shreds, parsley, ginger, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper should all be added


Cook until everything is hot


Toasted almonds should be added


Take it off the heat and let it cool down a bit


Melt some butter and brush it on one sheet of phyllo pastry


Brush more butter on top of the first sheet


Do it again and again until you have three sheets stacked together


Spread half of the chicken mixture over the phyllo stack, making sure to leave some space around the edges


Fold the edges of the phyllo dough over the filling, and then start rolling it up tight from one end


Put the rolled-out dough on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper, seam side down


To make a second roll, do the same thing with the rest of the phyllo sheets and the chicken mixture


Use melted butter to brush the tops of the rolls with


After the oven is hot, bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown


Take it out of the oven and let it cool a bit before adding powdered sugar on top


Cut it up and serve it hot


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Green Energy Boost Smoothie

11/24/2024

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Green Energy Boost Smoothie

A delicious and nutritious green smoothie to celebrate the end of the first week of your 30-Day Green Smoothie Challenge. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and energy-boosting ingredients, this smoothie will keep you going strong.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves

  • 1 ripe banana

  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks

  • 1/2 cup cucumber slices

  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds

  • 1 cup almond milk

  • 1 tablespoon honey optional

Instructions:

Wash the fresh spinach leaves thoroughly


Peel and slice the ripe banana


Cut the pineapple into chunks and peel and slice the cucumber


Place all the ingredients in a blender


Blend until smooth and creamy


Taste and add honey if desired for extra sweetness


Blend again briefly to incorporate the honey


Pour the green smoothie into a glass and enjoy!


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Squashbrowns

11/22/2024

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Squashbrowns

Squashbrowns are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional hash browns. This AIP, Paleo, and Whole30-friendly recipe is made with grated butternut squash, cooked to crispy perfection in coconut oil. It's a satisfying side dish that complements a variety of meals.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups grated butternut squash

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper omit for AIP

  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions:

To make two cups of grated butternut squash, start by peeling and grating the squash


Over medium heat, preheat the coconut oil in a skillet


Evenly distribute the grated butternut squash in the skillet


Evenly sprinkle the squash with sea salt, garlic powder, and ground black pepper if not using the AIP


Squash should cook for ten to twelve minutes, stirring now and then, until soft and beginning to crisp


When the squash is cooked to your liking and has browned, take it out of the skillet and, if you'd like, sprinkle it with fresh parsley


Enjoy your warm squash browns after serving!


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Smoked Prime Rib Standing Rib Roast

11/20/2024

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Smoked Prime Rib Standing Rib Roast

This mouthwatering Standing Rib Roast will elevate your dining experience. Rich flavor is infused into the tender meat by the ideal balance of herbs and smoke, making it a delicious focal point for any special occasion.

Ingredients:

  • 1 standing rib roast bone-in

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • Wood chips for smoking

Instructions:

Set the smoker's temperature to 225F 107C


Remove any surplus fat from the rib roast, preserving a thin coating for taste


To make a rub, combine olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper in a bowl


Over the whole surface of the rib roast, evenly rub in the mixture


After preheating the smoker, place the seasoned rib roast inside


Add some smoked wood chips to improve the flavor


Use your preferred wood chips, such as oak or hickory


To achieve the desired doneness, smoke the prime rib for about 30 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 135 degrees Fahrenheit 57 degrees Celsius for medium-rare


When finished, take the smoked prime rib out of the smoker and allow it to rest for fifteen to twenty minutes before slicing


Slice the prime rib thickly and serve right away


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Almond Butter Cookies

11/18/2024

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Almond Butter Cookies

There is no gluten in these chewy almond butter cookies, and you can't stop eating them. They are great for when you want something sweet but don't have flour on hand.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond butter

  • 1/2 cup maple syrup

  • 1 egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 175F 350C


Add the egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, salt, and almond butter to a bowl


Mix the ingredients together until they are well mixed


Add the chocolate chips and mix them in


Put the dough balls on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper


Place in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown


Wait until it's cool to serve


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