Thursday, October 31, 2024

Keto Belly Fat Burner Salad



This Keto Belly Fat Burner Salad is packed with healthy fats and nutrients to help boost metabolism and burn belly fat. Spinach provides fiber and antioxidants, while avocado offers monounsaturated fats to keep you full. Almonds add crunch and protein, and the tangy dressing brings everything together.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups spinach leaves
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Put spinach, avocado, almonds, and feta cheese in a large bowl and mix them together

To make the dressing, mix olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl with a whisk

Add the dressing to the salad and gently toss to cover everything

As a side dish or a light meal, serve right away


Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Christmas Cookie Wine Pairing



Pairing Christmas cookies with wine adds a festive touch to holiday gatherings. The rich flavors of the cookies complement the diverse profiles of the wines, creating delightful taste experiences.

Ingredients:

  • 1 bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon
  • 1 bottle of Riesling
  • 1 bottle of Port
  • 1 bottle of Moscato
  • Assorted Christmas cookies gingerbread, sugar cookies, shortbread, etc

Instructions:

Chill all of the wines until they are at the right temperature for serving

Set the Christmas cookies out on a platter or dish to serve

Pour each wine into its own glass after opening it

Give your guests a choice of cookies and wines by serving them together

Invite your guests to try a range of cookies and wines to discover their favorite combinations


Saturday, October 26, 2024

Sweet Potato Tuna Melts



A tasty and healthy variation on the traditional tuna melt sandwich is the sweet potato tuna melt. The sweet potato rounds that are used as the base give this hearty dish extra sweetness and vitamins. Perfect for a quick dinner or lunch that fills you up!

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
  • 1 can 5 oz tuna, drained
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup diced celery
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:

Turn on the oven and heat it up to 400F 200C

Put rounds of sweet potato on a baking sheet that has parchment paper on it

For 20 to 25 minutes, or until soft

Put the celery, red onion, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix them together

Put some of the tuna mixture on top of each sweet potato round

Add crumbled cheddar cheese on top of the tuna mix

Put it back in the oven and bake for another 5 to 7 minutes, until the cheese melts and starts to bubble

Enjoy while hot!


Thursday, October 24, 2024

Winter Wonderland BBQ



Transform your winter outdoor party with this delicious BBQ recipe featuring smoky pork ribs glazed with a flavorful BBQ sauce. A perfect addition to your 62 ideas party outdoor winter table settings for 2019.

Ingredients:

  • 3 lbs bone-in pork ribs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Warm up the grill over medium-high heat

For the marinade, put BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix them together

Cover all of the pork ribs with the marinade by rubbing it on

Put the ribs on the grill and cook for 30 to 40 minutes, turning them over and basting them with more sauce every now and then

As soon as the ribs reach 160F on the inside, take them off the grill

After cooking the ribs, let them rest for 5 minutes


Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Gluten-Free Cap Creations



Not only do these gluten-free Cap Creations taste great, they're also a fun way to present printable joke cards for lunchboxes. They're a great way to make your child's lunch more fun while still meeting their dietary needs.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup gluten-free oats
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 24 printable lunchbox joke cards

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 175F 350C

Mix the oats, almond flour, honey, melted coconut oil, and salt together in a bowl until everything is well mixed

Add small chocolate chips and mix well

Roll the dough into little balls, and then press them into mini muffin tins to make lids

Turn the pan golden brown after 10 to 12 minutes

Take out of the oven and let cool all the way down

Put a lunchbox joke card on top of each cap after it has cooled down


Saturday, October 19, 2024

Fully Loaded Baked Egg Casserole with Potatoes



This fully loaded baked egg casserole with potatoes is a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Packed with flavor from the potatoes, bell peppers, onions, and melted cheese, it's sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients:

  • 6 large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 8 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 375F 190C

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add diced potatoes and cook until golden brown and tender, about 10 minutes

Add diced onion and bell peppers to the skillet

Cook until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes

In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper

Grease a baking dish and spread the cooked potato mixture evenly on the bottom

Pour the egg mixture over the potatoes and vegetables in the baking dish

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted and bubbly

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving


Thursday, October 17, 2024

Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers



These Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers are a flavorful, healthy meal that is great for you. Quinoa, chickpeas, tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese all mixed together make a filling that is both hearty and healthy. This recipe is great for a cozy dinner at home or for having people over. On top of that, it goes great with your favorite red wine!

Ingredients:

  • 4 large bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 can 15 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped kalamata olives
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 375F 190C

In a large bowl, mix together cooked quinoa, chickpeas, diced tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, parsley, garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper

Fill each bell pepper half with the quinoa mixture, pressing down gently to pack it in

Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the tops are slightly browned

Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired


Sunday, October 13, 2024

Pecan Crusted Honey-Mustard Salmon



There is a lot of flavor in this Pecan Crusted Honey-Mustard Salmon recipe. The honey and pecans add a nice crunch. This dish is delicious and can be used for both everyday dinners and special events.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets 6 oz each
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

Get the oven ready by heating it up to 400F 200C

Put honey and Dijon mustard in a small bowl and mix them together

Salt and pepper the salmon fillets, and then brush the honey-mustard mixture on top of each one

Make sure the honey-mustard side of each salmon fillet is covered evenly with chopped pecans

A skillet that can go in the oven should have olive oil in it

Put the salmon fillets in the pan with the pecan side down

Toast the pecans for two to three minutes

Put the pan in an oven that has already been heated up and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked all the way through and flakes easily with a fork

Serve right away and enjoy!


Friday, October 11, 2024

Classic Frutti di Mare Pasta



Classic Frutti di Mare pasta brings together a delightful combination of mixed seafood in a flavorful tomato-based sauce, perfect for seafood lovers.

Ingredients:

  • 300g spaghetti pasta
  • 200g mixed seafood shrimp, mussels, calamari
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 can 400g diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

Follow the directions on the package to cook the spaghetti until it is al dente

Remove the water and set it aside

Warm up the olive oil in a big pan over medium-low heat

Add onion and garlic that have been minced

Saut until the onions are clear and the food smells good

Put the mixed seafood in the pan and cook it until it starts to turn opaque

Add the white wine and let it cook for a few minutes so that the liquid gets a little thinner

Mix in the tomato dices, and then add salt and pepper to taste

Let the sauce cook on low heat for five to seven minutes, or until it gets a little thicker

When you add the cooked spaghetti to the pan, toss it around so that the sauce covers all of it

Before serving, sprinkle with fresh parsley


Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Better Than Anything Chocolate Trifle Parfait



Indulge in the richness of this Better Than Anything Chocolate Trifle Parfait, featuring layers of moist chocolate cake, creamy caramel-infused cream cheese, and decadent toppings. A delightful treat that's easy to prepare and guaranteed to satisfy your chocolate cravings!

Ingredients:

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 16 oz container whipped topping
  • 1 12 oz jar caramel sauce
  • 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1 cup toffee bits
  • 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • Fresh strawberries for garnish optional

Instructions:

Follow the directions on the package to make the chocolate cake mix

After the cake is done, let it cool down and then break it up into little pieces

Put the softened cream cheese in a different bowl and mix it until it's smooth

Blend the cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk together until they are well mixed

Add the whipped topping and mix it in until it's all light and fluffy

Put the brewed coffee and caramel sauce in a different bowl

Stack the chocolate cake crumbles, cream cheese mixture, chocolate chips, and toffee bits in bowls or glasses that can be used for serving

Pour the coffee-caramel sauce mixture over each layer

Add more layers until the glasses are full, and then add a dollop of whipped topping to finish

Put it in the fridge for at least two hours before you serve it

If you want, you can add fresh strawberries as a garnish before serving


Sunday, October 6, 2024

Mushroom Cauliflower Vegan Burgers



These Mushroom Cauliflower Vegan Burgers are packed with flavor and nutrients, making them a satisfying and healthy meal option. They are Paleo and Whole30 compliant, perfect for those following a restrictive diet.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 2 cups mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, for cooking

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 190C 375F

Pulse cauliflower in a food processor until it looks like rice

Place the cauliflower rice on a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much water as you can

Add the mushrooms, almond flour, garlic, nutritional yeast, tamari, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to a large bowl

Mix everything together well, then shape it into burger patties

Set a pan on medium heat and add the olive oil

The patties should be cooked for four to five minutes on each side until they turn golden brown

Place patties on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper

Bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until they are fully cooked

Put it on your favorite buns and top it with whatever you like


Friday, October 4, 2024

Roasted Red Potatoes



These roasted red potatoes are a simple yet flavorful side dish that pairs well with any main course. The combination of olive oil, garlic, and rosemary infuses the potatoes with delicious aromas and tastes.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb red potatoes, washed and cut into quarters
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Get the oven ready by heating it up to 400F 200C

Rub the red potatoes all over with olive oil, minced garlic, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper in a large bowl

Put the seasoned potatoes on a baking sheet that has been lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper

Spread them out in a single layer

Place the potatoes in an oven that has already been heated

Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and soft

Stir them every 15 minutes to make sure they cook evenly

When it's done, take it out of the oven and serve it hot


Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Parmesan Pesto Veggie Sandwich



A tasty and healthy sandwich with sauted vegetables, basil pesto, and Parmesan cheese that's great for a quick and filling meal.

Ingredients:

  • 4 slices whole grain bread
  • 1/4 cup basil pesto
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Handful of fresh spinach leaves

Instructions:

Put olive oil in a pan and heat it over medium heat

Put the sliced vegetables in the pan and cook them for about 5 to 7 minutes, until they are soft

Toast the pieces of whole grain bread

Put the same amount of basil pesto on each piece of bread

Put sauted vegetables on top of two pieces of bread

Put grated Parmesan cheese on top of the healthy foods

Add pepper and salt to taste

Add fresh spinach leaves on top

Add the last few slices of bread to make sandwiches

Cut each sandwich in half and serve


Watermelon Moscow Mule

A cool take on the traditional Moscow Mule that has the sweet taste of watermelon added to it...