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Paleo Turkey Avocado Wraps

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These Paleo Avocado and Turkey Wraps make a delicious and speedy lunch. Full of protein, good fats, and crisp vegetables, they are filling and delicious. Theyre also simple to prepare in advance and toss in your lunchbox for a hectic day. Ingredients: 1 lb sliced turkey breast 2 ripe avocados, sliced 1 medium cucumber, julienned 1 medium carrot, julienned 4 large lettuce leaves 1/4 cup paleo-friendly mayonnaise 1 tbsp Dijon mustard Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Lay out the lettuce leaves and spread a thin layer of paleo-friendly mayonnaise and Dijon mustard on each leaf Place a few slices of turkey breast on each lettuce leaf Top the turkey with slices of avocado, julienned cucumber, and carrot Season with salt and pepper to taste Roll up the lettuce leaves tightly, tucking in the sides as you go, to form wraps Slice the wraps in half diagonally and secure with toothpick...

Dump and Go Honey Garlic Chicken

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This is a tasty and easy Slow Cooker Dump and Go Honey Garlic Chicken recipe that makes tender, flavorful chicken in a savory honey garlic sauce with very little work. Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1/2 cup honey 1/4 cup ketchup 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons water Optional: sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish Instructions: In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker Pour the sauce over the chicken Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until chicken is cooked through and tender In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until sm...

Mammas Mince Pies

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Mammas mince pies are a holiday classic, perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in. The combination of buttery pastry and spiced mincemeat filling is sure to delight your taste buds. Ingredients: 500g ready-made shortcrust pastry 350g mincemeat 1 egg, beaten Icing sugar, for dusting Instructions: Preheat oven to 200C 180C fan Roll out the pastry and cut out circles to line a 12-hole tart tin Fill each pastry case with mincemeat Cut out smaller circles or stars from the remaining pastry to top the pies Brush the tops with beaten egg Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown Dust with icing sugar before serving

Tequila Lime Spritzer

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A tasty and refreshing drink thats great for any event. It tastes sour because of the tequila and lime, and it fizzs because of the club soda. Ingredients: 2 oz tequila 1 oz fresh lime juice 1 oz simple syrup Club soda Lime slices, for garnish Instructions: Fill a glass with ice cubes Pour tequila, lime juice, and simple syrup into the glass Top off with club soda Stir gently to combine Garnish with lime slices Serve immediately

Amazing Vegan Gluten-Free Quinoa Salad

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This Amazing Vegan Gluten-Free Quinoa Salad is full of healthy fats, fresh vegetables, and bright flavors. Its great as a light lunch, a side dish, or a way to prepare meals ahead of time. Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 2 cups water 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup cucumber, diced 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped 1/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds Juice of 2 lemons 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Bring water to a boil in a medium-sized pot To make the quinoa fluffy, add it to the pot and turn down the heat to low Cover and let it simmer for 15 minutes Moving the cooked quinoa to a big bowl will help it cool down to room temperature In the same bowl as the quinoa, add the red onion, parsley, mint, sunflower seeds, and cherry tomatoes To make the dressing, mix lemon j...

Easy Eggless Oreo Cupcakes - Mommys Home Cooking

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These Easy Eggless Oreo Cupcakes are a delightful treat for all Oreo lovers. They are moist, chocolaty, and filled with Oreo goodness. Perfect for any occasion Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup buttermilk 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tsp vanilla extract 10 Oreo cookies, crushed 1/2 cup Oreo cookies, roughly chopped for topping Whipped cream or frosting of your choice optional Instructions: Warm up the oven to 350F 175C and put cupcake liners in a muffin tin Stir the cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl with a whisk Mix the dry ingredients together with the buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract Do not overmix; just mix until everything is well mixed You should slowly mix the crushed Oreo cookies into the batter About two thi...

Loaded Twice Baked Potato Casserole

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Loaded Twice Baked Potato Casserole is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines all the flavors of classic loaded baked potatoes in an easy-to-make casserole format. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or as a side dish for any meal. Ingredients: 6 large potatoes, baked and cooled 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup butter, melted 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon 4 green onions, chopped Instructions: Warm the oven up to 175F 350C Along the length of the potato, cut it in half and scoop out the inside, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato on the skin Mash the insides of the potatoes in a big bowl Chop half of the green onions and add them to the sour cream, milk, melted butter, salt, and pepper Also add 1 cup of cheddar cheese Mix everything together well Put the mixture back into the potato ...

Green Cupcakes

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These delightful green cupcakes are perfect for St. Patricks Day or any occasion where you want a touch of green sweetness. The spinach puree adds a natural green hue while keeping the cupcakes moist and flavorful. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup milk Green food coloring 1/4 cup spinach puree for natural green color 1/2 cup powdered sugar for frosting 1 tbsp milk for frosting Sprinkles or decorations of your choice optional Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C Line a cupcake tin with paper liners In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition S...

Paleo Beef Short Ribs

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These Paleo beef short ribs are a savory and hearty dish thats perfect for a Paleo diet. Theyre slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and flavorful meat that falls off the bone. The combination of herbs, tomatoes, and beef broth creates a rich and satisfying flavor profile without any grains or dairy. Ingredients: 4 lbs beef short ribs 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup beef broth 1 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh 2 teaspoons dried thyme 2 teaspoons dried rosemary Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Set the oven temperature to 325F 160C Add salt and pepper to the beef short ribs for seasoning Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat When the beef short ribs are added, sear them until browned on all sides Take out and place aside Add the chopped garlic and onion to the same pot Saut the...

Vanilla Fig Bourbon Brie Charcuterie

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Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of this Vanilla Fig Bourbon Brie Charcuterie. Baked Brie cheese with a luscious fig and bourbon glaze, paired with an array of charcuterie delights, makes for an exquisite appetizer or party centerpiece. Ingredients: 1 wheel of Brie cheese 1/4 cup fig jam 2 tablespoons bourbon 1 vanilla bean seeds scraped Assorted crackers and bread Prosciutto Salami Grapes Fresh figs Honey Nuts e g , almonds or walnuts Fresh rosemary sprigs Instructions: Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C Put the Brie wheel on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper Put the fig jam, bourbon, and scraped vanilla bean seeds into a small saucepan Stir the ingredients together over low heat until they are well mixed and slightly thickened Spread the Brie cheese out evenly after pouring the fig jam and bourbon mixture on top of it Put the Br...

Keto Broth Canning Recipe

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This keto-friendly broth canning recipe yields a rich and flavorful broth thats perfect for sipping on its own or using as a base for soups and stews. Canning your own broth allows you to control the ingredients and avoid added sugars or preservatives. Ingredients: 4 lbs beef bones 2 medium onions, quartered 4 cloves garlic, smashed 2 carrots, chopped optional 2 celery stalks, chopped optional 2 bay leaves 1 tbsp whole peppercorns 8 cups water Instructions: Preheat your oven to 400F 200C Arrange beef bones, onions, and garlic on a baking sheet Roast in the oven for 30-40 minutes until bones are browned Transfer bones, onions, and garlic to a large pot Add carrots, celery, bay leaves, peppercorns, and water Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 4-6 hours, skimming off any foam that rises to the top Once the broth is rich and flavorful, strain it through a fine mesh s...

Chocolate-Caramel Doughnut Holes

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Indulge in the delightful combination of chocolate and caramel with these easy-to-make doughnut holes. They are perfect for a sweet treat Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 large egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup caramel sauce 1/2 cup chocolate chips Vegetable oil, for frying Powdered sugar, for dusting Instructions: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt In another bowl, combine milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined Heat vegetable oil in a pot or deep fryer to 350F 175C Using a small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot oil and fry until golden brown about 2-3 minutes Remove doughnut holes ...