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These bite size cucumber rolls are the perfect canapés for entertaining this season. Their fresh and vibrant flavours perfectly complement more traditional dishes associated with the festive period, whilst the moringa and nutritional yeast provide an added boost of goodness. As they are gluten-free and vegan they also make a great option for those with dietary requirements. Adapted from :  aduna.com INGREDIENTS : Smoked or sweet paprika for garnish 1 English cucumber 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 clove garlic 2 teaspoons lime juice 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional) 1/4 cup fresh basil 1 avocado INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Add the avocado, basil, nutritional yeast, lime juice, garlic and salt in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth stopping to scrape the sides as needed. Number two : Use a mandoline or potato peeler to cut long thin strips from the cucumber. Take a cucumber strip and spread a thin coat of the avocado mixture along the length of the...

Meatball Zucchini Boats are stuffed with pesto, juicy meatballs and topped with Alfredo sauce and lots of cheese, for a quick and delicious dinner. Super simple and easy for a weeknight meal! Zucchini boats filled with tomato sauce, meatballs, and mozzarella cheese – your family will go nuts for this recipe! Adapted from :  sweetandsavorymeals.com INGREDIENTS : 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan 1 c. shredded mozzarella 2 c. marinara sauce (use sugar-free if you're keto!) 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 large egg 1/4 c. freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish 1 lb. ground beef Freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3 -4 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat oven to 350°. Score zucchini (like you’re dicing an avocado) and scoop out insides into a large bowl. Place in a shallow baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and...

Stuffed zucchini boats filled with the flavors of chicken stuffed. This low carbohydrate, high protein meal will leave you feeling satisfied! Adapted from :  thewholesomedish.com INGREDIENTS : 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 3/4 cup pasta sauce 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning 1 Tbsp olive oil 3/4 lb. chicken breast cut into cubes Cooking spray 3 zucchinis INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat oven to 400°F.  Number two : To prepare the zucchini, cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, then use a spoon or melon baller to scoop the center flesh and seeds from the zucchini. Repeat for the remaining zucchini.  Number three : Place the zucchini in a baking dish or cookie sheet cut-side up and lightly coat with cooking spray. Place in the pre-heated oven for 15 minutes until the zucchini cooks slightly and becomes tender. Number four : Meanwhile, to prepare the chicken, heat the olive oil in a...

I recently made the most epic Chocolate Zucchini Bread and it’s definitely going on the favorite list. It is the BEST! I don’t know who invented baking with zucchini, but they deserve a medal. If I could meet them, I would give them a giant hug. Zucchini in baked goods is genius! Baking with zucchini is probably my favorite way to enjoy zucchini because you all know I have a major sweet tooth. BUT you don’t have to feel guilty about eating a sweet treat when zucchini is involved because you are eating a vegetable! Adapted from :  twopeasandtheirpod.com INGREDIENTS : 1 cup chocolate chips 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 large eggs 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter , melted 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/3 cup cocoa powder 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat the oven to 350F degrees. Line the bottom of an 8 1/2 by 4 1/2 inch loaf pan with parchment paper, then grease and flour the sides. Number two : Gently bl...

I have an even EASIER version if that is even possible. Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Garlic Pork Chops WITH a side of potatoes like my original recipe. I was going to add carrots too, but with the heat I was a bit worried they’d scorch. Adapted from :  dinnerthendessert.com INGREDIENTS :  Fresh parsley chopped Salt and pepper 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 4 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 tablespoons garlic minced 2 Bone in thick pork chops, about 1 inch thick INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Number two : Heat vegetable oil in a oven safe skillet (I use cast iron) on medium high heat. Sear the pork chops for 3 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside Number three : In the same skillet reduce heat to low and add butter, garlic, brown sugar, red pepper, and whisk until combined, simmer 2-3 minutes. Add pork chops back into the pan and coat with sauce. Number four : Place oven s...

Chicken Parmesan Sliders take the classic comfort food, Chicken Parmesan and put it on soft slider rolls, to bake it into a delicious bite-size snack that is the ultimate party food! These Chicken Parmesan Sliders are an easy slider recipe made with fried chicken tenders, tomato sauce, and lots of cheese baked until everything is perfectly melted and delicious! Adapted from :  homemadeinterest.com INGREDIETNS : 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce 1 package (7-1/2 ounces) sliced provolone and mozzarella cheese blend 1 package (12 ounces) Hawaiian sweet rolls 24 ounces frozen breaded chicken tenders TOPPING: 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 cup butter, cubed INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat oven to 375°. Prepare chicken tenders according to package directions. Number two : Meanwhile, without separating rolls, cut horizontally in half; arrange roll bottoms in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish...

Easy Sesame Chicken is a battered chicken fried in a pan and coated with sesame sauce. Popular Asian takeout dish, made easily at home. There is an additional step of dipping the chicken in the batter, comparing to the other recipes, but it’s totally worth it and very quick. As always, my goal is to make the recipe as easy as possible. Adapted from :  crunchycreamysweet.com INGREDIENTS : Chicken 2 Tbsp cooking oil 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs 1 pinch each salt and pepper 2 Tbsp cornstarch 1 large egg Sauce 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch 1 Tbsp sesame seeds 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp grated fresh ginger 1 Tbsp rice vinegar 3 Tbsp brown sugar 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil 2 Tbsp water 1/4 cup soy sauce For Serving 2 whole green onions 4 cups cooked jasmine rice INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : First, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl stir together the soy sauce, water, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, minced garlic, cornstarch, and sesame seeds. (Grate the ginger with a ...

The secret to this simple grilled chicken is a very powerful marinade and 'roasting' it slowly over semi-indirect heat on the grill. Adapted from :  allrecipes.com Ingredients : For the marinade: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 1 teaspoon Kosher salt 6 medium garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, or 1 teaspoons dried 2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried) 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar zest of 1 lemon 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (use full fat yogurt for best results) For the skewers: 6-8 skewers (if using wooden skewers soak in water for 30-minutes before grilling) 1 medium red onion, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces for skewers Instructions : Number one : Combine all the marinade ingredients in a large ziplock bag. Seal ...

Skewered thigh meat is much more likely to turn out juicy than skewered breast meat. Its inherent richness can handle the dry heat of the grill without losing too much moisture, especially if you arrange the pieces so that they are just touching but not tightly packed together. Adapted from :  finecooking.com Ingredients : For the Chicken Salt, pepper and soy sauce (to taste) 1 pound chicken tenders (threaded onto small skewers) For the Sauce fresh chili, cayenne pepper or chili sauce (to taste (optional)) 1/2 cup coconut milk OR water (or a mix of both) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1/2 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 garlic clove (minced) 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar 1/4 inch piece fresh ginger (minced) 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (I used all natural) Instructions : Number one : Season the chicken with salt, pepper and soy sauce. Heat the grill (or a grill pan over medium high heat on the stove). Grill the kabobs until the chicken is done, about 4-8 minutes per side (depe...

These barbecue chicken wings cook to tender perfection in your slow-cooker and then become crispy and nicely charred under your broiler. So toss them in the Crockpot and forget about them for several hours because you have better things to do. Then just before serving, make use of that broiler for smokehouse flavor and crispness. Adapted from :  gooddinnermom.com Ingredients :  3 pounds fresh chicken wing drumettes* 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2–3 tablespoons chili pepper paste, to taste 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 cup ketchup 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup good honey Instructions : Number one : In a 5-quart slow cooker on low, add the honey, brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, chili pepper, salt and garlic. Stir to combine. Add the chicken wings. Stir until the wings are well-coated. Cover and cook for 1 to 2 hours on high (or 2½ to 3 hours on low), until the wings are cooked through. Number two : Remove the wings from the slow cooker and place on a ...

I’m pretty sure my jaw actually dropped when I saw the BBQ salmon bowl with mango avocado salsa recipe as it’s my idea of food heaven. I’ve been cooking it over and over and our kitchen is never without mangos or avocados ripening and waiting to be turned into an amazing salsa. Adapted from :  amandafrederickson.com Ingredients : Salmon : 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (more for a larger filet) 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1–2 lbs. fresh salmon Mango Avocado Salsa: salt to taste a squeeze of lime juice + a little lime zest a drizzle of honey minced jalapeño (optional, to taste) 1/4 cup minced red onion 1/4 cup minced cilantro 1 avocado, diced 2 mangoes, diced For serving: Rice Instructions : Number one : Mango salsa : Toss all ingredients in a bowl to combine. Taste, adjust, try not to eat the whole bowl. Number two : Get the oven ready : Preheat the oven to 475 de...

Easy, make-ahead foil packets packed with shrimp, sausage, corn and potatoes. It’s a full meal with zero clean-up! Adapted from :  damndelicious.net Ingredients : chopped fresh parsley, for topping 3 tablespoons butter melted + 1/2 cup, divided juice of 1/2 lemon, plus lemon wedges for serving 1 tablespoon minced garlic salt and pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons old bay seasoning OR homemade seasoning (see note) 1 pound baby red potatoes OR baby yellow potatoes 1/2 pound andouille sausage 2 ears of corn on the cob, husked 1 pound shrimp, peeled and de-veined Instructions : Number one : Chop corn into thirds, then chop each third in half lengthwise. Chop potatoes into 2 inch pieces. Boil corn and potatoes for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. Number two : In a large bowl combine shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes. Stir together melted 3 tablespoons butter, Old Bay seasoning, garlic, juice from half a lemon, and salt and pepper to taste and pour over shrimp, sausage, and veggies. Stir t...

If you love pickles and prefer trying different meals with them, these pickle dip pinwheels are the way to go. Delicious and super impressive, they are enough to get your meal started in the right direction. Not just that, you may have serve them at parties and holidays. They promise to blow the taste of the crowd away. New Year is coming, why don’t you have them as a holiday treat? Adapted from :  bytherecipes.com INGREDIENTS : 6-7 taco sized tortillas 1 1/2 cup diced dill pickle spears 1 1/2 cup diced deli ham 16 oz cream cheese softened INSTRUCTIONS : Remove from refrigerator and slice into about 1" rounds. Place on plate and wrap in Saran Wrap and refrigerate for about one hour. Spread your mixture evenly among tortillas leaving about 1/2" on the side and roll up tightly. Fold in your diced ham and pickles until combined. In medium sized bowl beat your cream cheese until smooth. Dice your ham and pickles in smaller pieces and set aside.

Be sure to have some crusty bread on hand, because this sauce is KILLER. When it comes to chicken breast recipes, its hard to beat this one. Adapted from :  delish.com INGREDIENTS : 1 cup chopped spinach 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika 4 thin sliced chicken breasts INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Combine the paprika, garlic powder, and salt and sprinkle evenly over both sides of the chicken to coat. Number two : Heat a large, heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add the butter to the skillet. Number three : When the butter has melted add the chicken breasts and cook 5 minutes per side or until cooked through. Number four : Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside. Number five : Add the heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic to the pan and stir well to combine. Let the sauce cook for 2 minutes to thicken over low heat. Number six : Add the spinach an...

My mother used to make delicious cinnamon rolls when I was a child. Later, she taught my sister and me to make them. I've since added the caramel and pecans. These scrumptious sticky buns are a huge hit wherever I take them. Adapted from :  tasteofhome.com INGREDIENTS : 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans 3 Tbs butter 6 tsp water 6 Tbs brown sugar 1 8 count tube crescent rolls INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat oven to 35Spray a 6 count muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. Number two : Open your crescent rolls and roll each one up individually and cut 6 of them in half and 2 of them in thirds and set aside. Number three : In each well of your muffin tin add your 1 Tbs brown sugar, 1 tsp water, 1/2 Tbs butter and about 1 Tbs pecans, just distribute evenly among each well. Number four : Place 2 of your half (one wholcrescents in each tin big side to little side, then place the 6 remaining pieces into the center. Number five : Bake in oven for about 15-20 minutes until ...

It’s the perfect dish for guests and also for parties, because you can cut it in squares and then basically eat it as finger food!  I love it and then its the perfect dish for your next party or for company that you might have over the holidays.  Adapted from :  homeofmalones.com INGREDIENTS : 2 heaping cups of shredded cheddar cheese 6 eggs (blended) 1 pound mild breakfast sausage 1 Pillsbury crescent roll tube (8oz) INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9x13 baking dish. Number two : Brown the sausage in a skillet and remove any excess grease with a paper towel. Number three : Cover the bottom of your greased baking dish with the crescent dough, squishing the seams together with your fingers. Number four : Top the dough with an even layer of the browned sausage. Number five : Pour the blended eggs over top, and then sprinkle evenly with a generous amount of cheese. I use 2 heaping cups full! Number six : Bake for 30 minutes or until t...

You won’t be tempted to skip the most important meal of the day with these scrambled eggs on toast! A few sliced tomatoes or cucumbers on the side and your body will receive everything it needs to start the day. Adapted from :  whereismyspoon.co INGREDIENTS : chopped parsley or dill to garnish 1/3 cup good quality feta cheese crumbles 2 eggs 1/2 tbsp butter, plus more to butter the bread 2 slices bread (I use white, sourdough bread) INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Spread a thin layer of softened butter on both sides of the bread. Frythe bread over medium heat for about 2 minutes on each side, until a goldencrust forms. Number two : Remove the bread from the frying pan and add 1/2 tbsp. of butter. Add the eggs and feta cheese and cook, stirring often, for about 3-4 minutes, until the eggs are cooked through. Number three : Divide the eggs between the bread slices andsprinkle them with freshly chopped dill or parsley. Number four : Make yourself a cup of coffee and enjoy The Best Scrambl...

These were delicious, but I’d recommend separating the rolls prior to adding everything, if not they tend to fall apart. Toothpicks are also helpful to keep the slider together! Adapted from :  tasty.co INGREDIENTS : 1/2 - 1 cup melted butter plus 1 Tablespoon for cooking eggs 12 eggs 6 slices cheese 6 slices ham 1 sheet slider buns butter or potato style INSTRUCTIONS : Prepare your ingredients: Number one : Preheat oven to 350°F. Number two : Cut the sandwich sheet in half through the middle to create two "slices" of sandwich sheet. (You want the individual buns to stay together). Number three : Place the bottom half of the sandwich sheet in the casserole dish. Set aside. Number four : Prepare a frying pan over medium heat with a teaspoon of your choice butter or cooking oil. Number five : While pan heats, crack eggs into a medium size bowl and whisk until fully blended. Number six : Pour into the preheated frying pan and stir constantly, until eggs are thoroughly cooked. Nu...

One-pan no peek chicken and rice is sure to become a favorite family meal! Wild rice, soup, and chicken are combined in a single baking dish then baked to creamy chicken and rice perfection! Adapted from :  mealplannerpro.com INGREDIENTS : 1 box Lipton Onion Soup Mix, (2 packets) 1 1/4 can water, (soup can) 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1 can cream of mushroom soup, (10.25 oz each) 1 can cream of celery soup, (10.25 oz each) 2 boxes Zatarain's Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix, (7 oz each) 5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine rice mix, cream of celery soup, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, and water in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Mix well. Number two : Place chicken evenly on top of rice mixture. Sprinkle with onion soup mix. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake 1 hour 30 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes. Note: DON'T open the oven to peek at the chicken and for sure DON'T remove the foil!

This Homemade Garlic Cheese Breadsticks Recipe will put your local pizzeria’s to shame!  A wonderfully tender yet crispy dough is topped with an addictive garlic butter sauce and finished with gooey cheese!  Adapted from :  grandbaby-cakes.com INGREDIENTS : 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves optional 1 Tablespoon Parmesan cheese 3/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese feel free to add more! 1 clove garlic crushed 1 Tablespoon butter melted 1 tube of refrigerated pizza crust INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat the oven to 425F. Number two : Roll out the pizza crust onto a parchment lined baking sheet. Number three : Mix together the melted butter and crushed garlic, then brush it evenly over the entire pizza crust. Number four : Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly onto the pizza crust. Then sprinkle the dried oregano evenly on top. Number five : Before you bake, cut the cheese covered pizza crust into 16 equal rectangles using a pizza slicer or large knife. Number si...