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2-Ingredient Banana Chocolate Ice Cream

11/30/2024

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2-Ingredient Banana Chocolate Ice Cream

Indulge in this creamy and rich banana chocolate ice cream that requires only two ingredients and no ice cream machine. It's a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings!

Ingredients:

  • 4 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen

  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder

Instructions:

Place the frozen banana slices and cocoa powder in a food processor or blender


Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed


Serve immediately for soft-serve consistency or transfer to a container and freeze for 1-2 hours for a firmer ice cream texture


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Vegan Paleo Apple Pie

11/28/2024

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Vegan Paleo Apple Pie

Succumb to the mouthwatering flavors of the flakiest-crust vegan and paleo apple pie. This filling dessert is ideal if you're following a paleo diet and have a sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

  • 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced

  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 cup almond flour

  • 1/4 cup coconut flour

  • 1/4 cup tapioca flour

  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, solid

  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • Ice-cold water as needed

Instructions:

Set the oven temperature to 375F 190C


The sliced apples, lemon juice, nutmeg, cinnamon, and coconut sugar should all be combined in a big bowl


Give it a good toss and leave to macerate while you make the crust


To make the crust, combine tapioca flour, almond flour, coconut flour, and a small amount of salt in a different bowl


To the dry mixture, add maple syrup and solid coconut oil


Blend with your fingers or a pastry cutter until it becomes the consistency of coarse crumbs


One tablespoon at a time, gradually add ice-cold water and mix until the dough comes together


Split the dough into two equal parts, with one being marginally bigger than the other


Roll out the larger portion into a circle the size of your pie dish by placing it between two sheets of parchment paper


The rolled-out crust should be carefully placed into your pie dish and gently pressed to fit the sides and bottom


Fill the crust with the apple mixture


For the top crust, roll out the remaining dough into a circle or, if preferred, crisscross a pattern


The top crust can be layered over the apples or arranged in a lattice design


Trim any excess crust and seal the pie by crimping the edges


Bake for 40 to 45 minutes in a preheated oven, or until the filling is bubbling and the crust is golden brown


Let the pie cool down before cutting into slices and serving


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One-Pan Mediterranean Quinoa

11/26/2024

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One-Pan Mediterranean Quinoa

This One-Pan Mediterranean Quinoa is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines quinoa with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. It's a perfect meal for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup quinoa

  • 2 cups vegetable broth

  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper

  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata olives

  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Rinse the quinoa well with cold water and then drain it


Put the olive oil in a big pan and heat it over medium-low heat


Put in the minced garlic and cook for one to two minutes, until the garlic smells good


Add the quinoa and stir it in


Cook for two more minutes, stirring often


Add the vegetable broth and bring it to a boil


Turn the heat down to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is done and the liquid is absorbed


Use a fork to fluff up the quinoa, then take it off the heat


Prepare the cooked quinoa by putting it in a large bowl along with the diced cucumber, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese


Mix the dried oregano, salt, and pepper with a whisk in a small bowl


Pour the dressing over the quinoa and mix it all together by tossing it


Add fresh parsley as a garnish


You can serve it hot or cold


Have fun!


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Vegan BBQ Brisket

11/24/2024

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Vegan BBQ Brisket

A mouthwatering vegan alternative to traditional BBQ brisket, using seitan as the main ingredient. This recipe delivers smoky, savory flavors reminiscent of classic barbecue, perfect for a plant-based cookout.

Ingredients:

  • 1 large seitan roast

  • 1 cup BBQ sauce

  • 2 tablespoons liquid smoke

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C


In a bowl, mix together BBQ sauce, liquid smoke, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper


Place seitan roast in a baking dish and pour the BBQ sauce mixture over it, ensuring it's well coated


Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes


Remove foil, baste the roast with the BBQ sauce from the bottom of the dish, and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until the outside is slightly caramelized


Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes


Slice and serve hot, drizzling extra BBQ sauce over the slices if desired


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Citrus Banana Cream Popsicles

11/22/2024

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Citrus Banana Cream Popsicles

These citrus banana cream popsicles are a refreshing treat perfect for a hot summer day. They are made with ripe bananas, fresh orange juice, tangy lemon juice, creamy Greek yogurt, honey, and a hint of vanilla.

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas

  • 1/2 cup orange juice

  • 1/4 cup lemon juice

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt

  • 1/4 cup honey

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Put orange juice, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract in a blender


Mix until it's smooth


Place the mix into popsicle molds


Place a popsicle stick in each mold


Put it in the freezer for at least four hours, or until it's solid


Take the popsicles out of the molds and enjoy once they are frozen


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Eva Bakes Soft Batch Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

11/20/2024

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Eva Bakes Soft Batch Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

These soft and decadent double chocolate chip cookies are the ultimate chocolate lover's dream. They have just the right amount of rich cocoa and melty chocolate chips.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 325F 165C and line baking sheets with parchment paper


In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy


Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract


In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt


Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined


Stir in the semisweet chocolate chips


Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets


Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft


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


Once completely cool, enjoy these delicious soft batch double chocolate chip cookies!


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Baked Maple Chicken with Wild Rice and Bartlett Pear Pilaf

11/18/2024

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Baked Maple Chicken with Wild Rice and Bartlett Pear Pilaf

A delightful dish featuring succulent baked maple chicken paired with a flavorful wild rice pilaf studded with sweet Bartlett pears, crunchy pecans, and tart dried cranberries.

Ingredients:

  • 4 chicken breasts

  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 cups cooked wild rice

  • 2 Bartlett pears, diced

  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans

  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375F 190C


In a small bowl, mix maple syrup, soy sauce, and minced garlic


Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the maple syrup mixture over them


Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through, basting occasionally with the sauce


While the chicken is baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat


Add diced pears and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened


Stir in cooked wild rice, chopped pecans, and dried cranberries


Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes


Season with salt and pepper to taste


Serve the baked maple chicken alongside the wild rice and Bartlett pear pilaf


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Vegan White Chocolate Mousse

11/16/2024

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Vegan White Chocolate Mousse

Indulge in this luscious vegan white chocolate mousse, perfect for those following a keto lifestyle. Made with creamy coconut cream and sugar-free white chocolate, it's a guilt-free treat that satisfies any sweet craving.

Ingredients:

  • 1 can coconut cream, chilled

  • 100g sugar-free white chocolate, melted

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1-2 tbsp powdered erythritol, to taste

Instructions:

Chill the can of coconut cream in the refrigerator overnight


Once chilled, open the can and scoop out the solid coconut cream into a mixing bowl, leaving the liquid behind


Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the coconut cream until fluffy


Add melted white chocolate, vanilla extract, and powdered erythritol to the whipped coconut cream


Mix until well combined


Taste and adjust sweetness, adding more erythritol if needed


Divide the mousse into serving cups and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set


Serve chilled and enjoy!


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Cranberry Orange Meltaway Cookies

11/14/2024

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Cranberry Orange Meltaway Cookies

Enjoy the delightful blend of cranberries and orange in these melt-in-your-mouth cookies. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime treats!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup butter, softened

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped

  • 1 tbsp orange zest

Instructions:

Put butter and powdered sugar in a bowl and mix them together until they are light and fluffy


Add the vanilla extract and mix it in well


Add the all-purpose flour slowly while mixing it in until a soft dough forms


Add the orange zest and chopped dried cranberries, making sure they are spread out evenly


Split the dough in half, making two equal parts


Make a log shape out of each piece, about 1


5 inches across


Put the logs in the fridge for one to two hours, or until they are firm


Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet


Put the chilled dough logs on the baking sheet that has been prepared


Then cut the logs into 1/4-inch rounds


After the oven is hot, bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden


After taking the cookies out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way down


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Keto Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry

9/17/2024

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Keto Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry

This Keto Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry tastes great and is a great low-carb alternative to regular rice stir-fry. It's a satisfying meal that fits right in with a keto lifestyle. It's full of colorful vegetables and fragrant spices.

Ingredients:

  • 1 head cauliflower, grated

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil

  • 1 bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 cup broccoli florets

  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • 2 green onions, chopped

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat


Add minced garlic and grated ginger, saut for 1-2 minutes until fragrant


Add cauliflower rice, bell pepper, broccoli, and mushrooms to the skillet


Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender but still crisp


Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the stir-fry


Toss to combine


Season with salt and pepper to taste


Garnish with chopped green onions before serving


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