Thursday, November 7, 2024

Thai Chicken Chopped Salad



With soft chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a sweet and sour Thai dressing, this Thai Chicken Chopped Salad is a colorful and tasty dish. It's a quick and healthy way to eat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 4 cups mixed greens lettuce, spinach, and kale
  • 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup bean sprouts
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Put the mixed greens, red cabbage, carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, cilantro, and bean sprouts in a large bowl

Add the chicken shreds to the salad

Mix the Thai sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, fish sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger in a different bowl using a whisk

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss it around so that everything is covered

Put the chopped peanuts and sesame seeds on top of the salad

Add pepper and salt to taste

Serve right away and enjoy!


Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Vegan Peanut Butter Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars



These Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars with Peanut Butter and Caramel are sweet, salty, and chewy all at the same time. They are a tasty treat for any event because they are made with healthy ingredients.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups oats
  • 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts optional

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth

Stir in oats until well combined

Fold in chocolate chips and chopped peanuts, if using

Press the mixture evenly into a lined 9x9 inch baking pan

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden brown

Remove from oven and let cool completely before slicing into bars


Saturday, November 2, 2024

Snickers Cookies



Indulge in the delightful combination of chocolatey cookies with the chewy goodness of Snickers bars. These Snickers cookies are a treat for chocolate and caramel lovers!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped Snickers bars
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

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

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

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined

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

Fold in the chopped Snickers bars and chocolate chips

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set around the edges but slightly soft in the center

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


Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Chocolate Cream Cold Brew Cocktail



This chocolate dessert cocktail is creamy and rich, and the cold brew coffee gives it a nice kick. Great for satisfying your sweet tooth while having a cool drink.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz cold brew coffee
  • 1 oz chocolate liqueur
  • 1 oz Irish cream liqueur
  • 1 oz heavy cream
  • Ice cubes
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions:

In a shaker, combine cold brew coffee, chocolate liqueur, Irish cream liqueur, and heavy cream

Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake well until chilled

Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice cubes

Garnish with chocolate shavings

Serve and enjoy!


Monday, October 28, 2024

Wendy's Chili in Pressure Cooker



Enjoy the delicious flavors of Wendy's chili in a fraction of the time with this pressure cooker recipe. Perfect for a quick and hearty meal!

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can 14 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 14 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 14 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Set the pressure cooker to saut mode and brown the ground beef

Add diced onions, minced garlic, and chopped green bell pepper

Saut until vegetables are tender

Stir in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, tomato sauce, and beef broth

Season with chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper

Mix well

Close the pressure cooker lid and set to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes

Once cooking is complete, allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure

Open the lid carefully and give the chili a good stir

Adjust seasoning if necessary

Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or green onions


Saturday, October 26, 2024

South Carolina Slaw



South Carolina Slaw is a classic dish from the South that gives your barbecue the right amount of crunch and tang. It is a hit with everyone because it has cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing.

Ingredients:

  • 1 small head of green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 2 large carrots, grated
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and grated carrots

In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, and celery seed until well combined

Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots, tossing to coat the vegetables evenly

Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed

Refrigerate the slaw for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld

Serve chilled and enjoy the South Carolina Slaw as a refreshing side dish for your BBQ feast


Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Cherry Ice Cream



Indulge in a delightful and creamy cherry ice cream made with wholesome ingredients suitable for Paleo, AIP, SCD, and Vegan diets. This refreshing treat is bursting with the natural sweetness of cherries and the rich creaminess of coconut milk.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups frozen cherries
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk refrigerated overnight
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract omit for AIP
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions:

Blend together the frozen cherries, chilled coconut milk, vanilla extract if not following AIP, maple syrup if using, and a small pinch of sea salt in a blender

Scrape down the sides as necessary, and blend until creamy and smooth

If needed, adjust the sweetness with a taste and add more maple syrup

Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and process until thick and creamy, following the manufacturer's instructions

If you want a firmer texture, transfer to a container and freeze for two to three hours, or serve right away for a soft-serve consistency


Thai Chicken Chopped Salad

With soft chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a sweet and sour Thai dressing, this Thai Chicken ...