Sunday, November 3, 2024

Upside Down Strawberry Cake Parfait



Indulge in the delightful combination of fresh strawberries, creamy yogurt, and airy angel food cake in this Upside Down Strawberry Cake Parfait. Perfect for a sweet treat or a festive dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup diced strawberries
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup vanilla yogurt
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 1 cup angel food cake, cubed

Instructions:

Put strawberry dice, brown sugar, and melted butter in a bowl and mix them together

Spread the strawberry mixture out evenly in the bottom of the glasses that will be used to serve

In each glass, put a layer of vanilla yogurt on top of the strawberry mix

Put some whipped cream on top of the yogurt

Add angel food cake cubes on top

Repeat the layers until the glasses are full

Add a dollop of whipped cream on top to finish

Put it in the fridge for at least an hour before you serve it

Enjoy! Serve cold


Thursday, October 31, 2024

Grilled Tuna Burgers



Delicious and healthy grilled tuna burgers that are packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick and satisfying barbecue meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb fresh tuna steaks, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 burger buns
  • Toppings of your choice lettuce, tomato, mayo, etc

Instructions:

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat

In a large bowl, combine chopped tuna, breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, parsley, salt, and pepper

Mix the ingredients until well combined, and form the mixture into four equal-sized patties

Place the tuna patties on the preheated grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness

During the last minute of grilling, toast the burger buns on the grill until they are lightly browned

Assemble the tuna burgers by placing each patty on a bun and adding your favorite toppings

Serve the grilled tuna burgers hot and enjoy!


Tuesday, October 29, 2024

No Bean Chili



A hearty and flavorful chili recipe without beans, perfect for those who prefer a meaty chili packed with bold spices and savory flavors. This chili is comforting, satisfying, and easy to make.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can 14
  • 5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 2 cups beef broth

Instructions:

Over medium heat, brown the ground beef in a large pot

Put in the minced garlic and diced onion

Cook until the onion turns clear

To this mix you should add tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if you're using it

Add the beef broth and mix it in

Once the chili starts to simmer, turn down the heat to low and let it cook for one to two hours, stirring every now and then

Taste and add more or less seasoning as needed

If you want, you can serve it hot and top it with shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions


Sunday, October 27, 2024

Keto Cinnamon Chip Zucchini Bread



A tasty low-carb version of the classic cinnamon chip zucchini bread that is great for people on the keto diet.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/3 cup coconut flour
  • 1/3 cup erythritol or preferred keto-friendly sweetener
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup grated zucchini, excess moisture squeezed out
  • 1/2 cup sugar-free cinnamon baking chips

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C

Prepare a loaf pan by greasing it or putting parchment paper inside it

Mix erythritol, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and almond flour in a large bowl using a whisk

Eggs, almond milk, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil should all be added now

Mix everything together well

Grate the zucchini and add sugar-free cinnamon chips

Spread out the batter in the loaf pan that has been prepared

Put it in the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean

Let the bread cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then move it to a wire rack to cool all the way down before cutting it

Cut and serve

Have fun!


Thursday, October 24, 2024

Vegan Nachos



Enjoy the bold flavors of traditional nachos in this vegan version. Perfect for parties or a satisfying snack, these nachos are loaded with plant-based goodness.

Ingredients:

  • 1 bag of tortilla chips
  • 1 cup of cooked black beans
  • 1 cup of diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup of sliced black olives
  • 1 cup of diced avocado
  • 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup of diced red onion
  • 1 cup of dairy-free cheese shreds
  • 1/2 cup of vegan sour cream
  • 1/4 cup of pickled jalapenos
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C

Put the tortilla chips on a baking sheet and spread them out evenly

Add chopped cilantro, diced red onion, black olives, black beans, and diced tomatoes to the tortilla chips

Spread the dairy-free cheese shreds out evenly on top of the nachos

Put the nachos in an oven that has already been heated for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the nachos are warm all the way through

Take the nachos out of the oven and cover them with vegan sour cream

The nachos should have pickled jalapenos on top and lime wedges squeezed over them before they are served


Monday, October 21, 2024

Cranberry White Chocolate Rosemary Cookies



These Cranberry White Chocolate Rosemary Cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and savory, with the delightful addition of dried cranberries and white chocolate chips, balanced by the aromatic flavor of fresh rosemary.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C

Put parchment paper on baking sheets

Melt the butter and mix it with the white sugar and brown sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy

One at a time, add the eggs and beat well after each one

Add the vanilla extract and mix well

Mix the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt together in a different bowl

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix them together until they are just combined

The white chocolate chips, chopped fresh rosemary, and dried cranberries should all be carefully mixed in

Drop round pieces of dough onto the baking sheets that have been prepared using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon

For 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden

Let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets before moving them to wire racks to cool all the way

With your favorite tea or coffee, these Cranberry White Chocolate Rosemary Cookies taste great


Saturday, October 19, 2024

Homemade Lavender Latte



You don't need any fancy tools to make a relaxing lavender latte at home. This coffee drink with flowers in it is a tasty treat for both coffee and tea lovers.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of brewed strong coffee
  • 1/2 cup of milk any type you prefer
  • 1 tablespoon of culinary lavender buds
  • 2 tablespoons of honey adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Instructions:

In a small saucepan, combine the milk and culinary lavender buds

Heat the milk over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it begins to steam

Do not let it boil

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the lavender to infuse the milk for about 5 minutes

Strain the milk to remove the lavender buds and return it to the saucepan

In a separate cup, mix the brewed coffee and honey until the honey is fully dissolved

Pour the lavender-infused milk into the coffee-honey mixture and stir well

Stir in the vanilla extract

Heat the mixture over low heat while stirring until it reaches your desired serving temperature

Pour the lavender latte into your favorite mug and enjoy!


Upside Down Strawberry Cake Parfait

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