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Slow Cooker Braised Beef Ragu With Polenta

12/5/2024

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Slow Cooker Braised Beef Ragu With Polenta

Slow-cooked beef ragu with creamy polenta is a hearty and comforting meal that's great for a night in. The beef gets so tender that it melts in your mouth as it cooks slowly in a savory tomato sauce. The creamy polenta is the perfect base for soaking up all the great flavors.

Ingredients:

  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 carrots, diced

  • 2 celery stalks, diced

  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes

  • 1 cup beef broth

  • 1/2 cup red wine

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

  • 2 tsp dried oregano

  • 2 tsp dried thyme

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 cup polenta

  • 4 cups water

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

Crushed tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper should all be put in a slow cooker along with beef chunks


For 8 hours, or until the beef is soft, cover and cook on low heat


Make the polenta in the last hour of cooking


Bring water to a boil in a saucepan


Turn down the heat and slowly whisk in the polenta


For about 30 minutes, or until thickened, stir the food every now and then


Mix Parmesan cheese into polenta that has been cooked


Put the slow-cooked beef ragu on top of the creamy polenta


Have fun!


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Gluten-Free Fall Chopped Salad

12/3/2024

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Gluten-Free Fall Chopped Salad

A delightful and gluten-free Fall Chopped Salad featuring the seasonal flavors of hazelnuts, pears, and blue cheese. Tossed with a balsamic honey dressing, it's a perfect addition to your autumn menu.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted and chopped

  • 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

  • 6 cups mixed greens e

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  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

To begin, toast the hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium-low heat until they smell good and get a little brown


Make sure to stir them often to keep them from burning


If they get too brown, take them off the heat and chop them


Mixed greens, sliced pears, crumbled blue cheese, and chopped toasted hazelnuts should all be put in a large salad bowl


Put the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix them together with a whisk


Add the salad ingredients to a large bowl


Then, drizzle the dressing over them


Throw the salad around gently to make sure that the dressing covers all of the ingredients


Feel free to serve your gluten-free Fall Chopped Salad right away and enjoy!


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Baked Yuca Fries With Fresh Tomato Garlic Salsa

12/1/2024

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Baked Yuca Fries With Fresh Tomato Garlic Salsa

These Baked Yuca Fries With Fresh Tomato Garlic Salsa are a perfect Paleo, gluten-free, and Whole30-friendly snack or side dish. The yuca fries are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the fresh salsa adds a burst of flavor to every bite.

Ingredients:

  • 2 large yuca roots, peeled and cut into fries

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 4 ripe tomatoes, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 425F 220C


In a large mixing bowl, toss the yuca fries with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated


Spread the yuca fries out on a baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not crowded


Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy


While the yuca fries are baking, prepare the fresh tomato garlic salsa


In another bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, red onion, lime juice, salt, and pepper


Mix well and let it sit for the flavors to meld


Once the yuca fries are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly


Serve the baked yuca fries with the fresh tomato garlic salsa on the side as a delicious Paleo, gluten-free, and Whole30-friendly snack or side dish


Enjoy!


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Persian Eggplant Yogurt Dip

11/29/2024

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Persian Eggplant Yogurt Dip

This Persian-style dip combines roasted eggplant with creamy Greek yogurt, tahini, garlic, and fresh herbs for a flavorful and satisfying appetizer or snack.

Ingredients:

  • 1 large eggplant

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 2 tablespoons tahini

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400F 200C


Poke the eggplant several times with a fork and place it on a baking sheet


Roast the eggplant in the preheated oven until it's soft and collapsed, about 45-50 minutes


Remove the eggplant from the oven and let it cool slightly


Peel off the skin and mash the flesh in a bowl using a fork


Add Greek yogurt, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, chopped mint, parsley, dill, and ground cumin to the bowl with mashed eggplant


Mix everything together until well combined


Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired


Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little extra olive oil, and sprinkle with additional chopped herbs if desired


Serve the dip with pita bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks


Enjoy!


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Gluten-Free Blueberry Orange Cake

11/27/2024

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Gluten-Free Blueberry Orange Cake

This gluten-free cake is moist and full of flavor, with the sweetness of blueberries and the sourness of orange.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups almond flour

  • 1/2 cup coconut flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup

  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted

  • 1/3 cup fresh orange juice

  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions:

Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up


Prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper


Mix baking powder, baking soda, salt, almond flour, and coconut flour in a large bowl with a whisk


Add the melted coconut oil, orange juice, orange zest, eggs, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to another bowl


Beat the ingredients together until they are well mixed


Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ones while mixing them together


Add the blueberries slowly and carefully


Pour the batter into the cake pan that has been ready


Put it in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean


Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then move it to a wire rack to cool all the way down


Once the cake is cool, you can decorate it with more blueberries if you want to


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Chewy Brown Sugar Chocolate Chip Cookies

11/25/2024

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Chewy Brown Sugar Chocolate Chip Cookies

These chewy brown sugar chocolate chip cookies have the perfect balance of sweetness and rich chocolate. The dark brown sugar adds a caramel-like flavor that elevates them above the ordinary. They are simple to prepare and ideal for sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup packed dark brown sugar

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

Warm your oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on baking sheets


Melt the butter and mix it with the brown sugar and granulated sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth and fluffy


Adding the eggs one at a time and mixing them in is the next step


Mix the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a different bowl


Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones, mixing only until everything is mixed together


The semisweet chocolate chips should be carefully mixed in


Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheets that have been prepared


You can use a spoon or a cookie scoop for this


Put it in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown


Let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets before moving them to wire racks to cool all the way


Have fun with your chewy chocolate chip cookies made with brown sugar!


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Chicken Parmesan Casserole HOLY CRAP!

11/23/2024

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Chicken Parmesan Casserole HOLY CRAP!

A mouthwatering twist on the classic Chicken Parmesan, this casserole is loaded with tender shredded chicken, marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. It's an easy-to-make and comforting dish that will leave everyone craving for more!

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breasts, cooked and shredded

  • 1 cup marinara sauce

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 190C 375F


Put the chicken shreds, marinara sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl


Put the chicken mixture in a baking dish and make sure it's spread out evenly


Spread out the mozzarella cheese on top of the chicken mixture


Put the breadcrumbs, chopped basil, and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl


Spread the mixture of bread crumbs out evenly on top of the layer of mozzarella cheese


It should be baked in a hot oven for twenty to twenty-five minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbling


Take it out of the oven and let it cool down for a few minutes before you serve it


If you want, you can add more fresh basil as a garnish


Enjoy while hot!


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Pom-Cran-Almond Smoothie

11/21/2024

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Pom-Cran-Almond Smoothie

A refreshing and nutritious vegan smoothie packed with the goodness of pomegranate, cranberries, and almonds. Perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack. Gluten-free and bursting with antioxidants.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds

  • 1/2 cup cranberries

  • 1 ripe banana

  • 1/4 cup almonds

  • 1 cup almond milk

  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Combine pomegranate seeds, cranberries, banana, almonds, almond milk, maple syrup if using, and vanilla extract in a blender


Blend until smooth and creamy


Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more maple syrup if desired


Pour into glasses and serve immediately


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Rogaliki - Filled Pastry Cookies

11/19/2024

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Rogaliki - Filled Pastry Cookies

Enjoy the delightful taste of Rogaliki, traditional filled pastry cookies that are perfect for special occasions or any time you crave a sweet treat. These cookies have a buttery and flaky crust with a burst of fruity filling.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Fruit jam or filling of your choice

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

Put the flour and salt in a bowl and mix them together


Using a pastry cutter, cut in the cold butter cubes until the mixture looks like big crumbs


Put in the vanilla extract and sour cream


Mix the dough until it holds together


Cut the dough in half, then roll each half into a disc and wrap it in plastic wrap


Put it in the fridge for at least an hour


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


On a floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to about 1/8 inch thick


Use a cookie cutter or a glass to make circles out of the dough


In the middle of each circle, put a small amount of fruit jam or filling


Carefully press the edges together to seal as you fold the circle in half to cover the filling


To make a pretty pattern, use a fork to crimp the sealed edges


Place the cookies with the filling on the baking sheet that has been prepared


Heat the oven and put the cookies in it


Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown


Take the cookies out of the oven and set them on a wire rack to cool


After the cookies have cooled, sprinkle them with powdered sugar


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One Bowl Homemade Chocolate Chunk and Toffee Chip Brownies

11/17/2024

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One Bowl Homemade Chocolate Chunk and Toffee Chip Brownies

Enjoy the decadence of homemade brownies with chocolate chunks and toffee chips. These one-bowl brownies are simple to make and ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 cups granulated sugar

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup chocolate chunks

  • 1/2 cup toffee chips

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C


Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan


In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and granulated sugar together until well combined


Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl, and beat the mixture until smooth and creamy


Sift in the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt


Gently stir until just combined; do not overmix


Fold in the chocolate chunks and toffee chips into the batter


Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly


Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs clinging to it


Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack


Once cooled, cut the brownies into squares and serve


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