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Quick Chicken Orzo Soup

6/19/2025

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Quick Chicken Orzo Soup

A comforting and nourishing soup made with chicken, vegetables, and orzo pasta, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 carrots, diced

  • 2 celery stalks, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 6 cups chicken broth

  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded

  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat


Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic


Cook until softened, about 5 minutes


Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer


Add shredded chicken, orzo pasta, and dried thyme


Season with salt and pepper


Simmer for 10-12 minutes or until orzo is cooked through


Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley


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Butter Pecan Fudge

6/17/2025

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Butter Pecan Fudge

Enjoy the rich and nutty taste of butter pecan fudge. This sweet and creamy treat is great for any event, from holiday parties to just treating yourself.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups white sugar

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup chopped pecans

  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

  • 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips

Instructions:

Line an 8x8 inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later


In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, butter, and heavy cream


Stir until the mixture comes to a boil


Once boiling, insert a candy thermometer and cook until the temperature reaches 238F 114C, stirring constantly to prevent burning


Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, chopped pecans, white chocolate chips, and milk chocolate chips until well combined and the chocolate is fully melted


Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly


Allow the fudge to cool at room temperature until it sets, which may take a few hours


Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fudge out of the pan


Place it on a cutting board and cut it into squares


Serve and enjoy your delicious butter pecan fudge!


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Sausage-Stuffed Burger

6/15/2025

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Sausage-Stuffed Burger

Experience the ultimate burger with a surprise sausage and cheese filling. This Sausage-Stuffed Burger is perfect for those who crave a juicy and flavorful twist on a classic favorite.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 4 sausage links cooked and sliced

  • 4 burger buns

  • 4 slices of cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup diced onions

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

  • 2 tbsp ketchup

  • 1 tbsp mustard

  • Lettuce leaves

  • Tomato slices

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Cut the ground beef into 8 equal pieces


Make 4 thin patties out of the 4 portions


Put cheddar cheese and sliced sausage on each of the 4 patties


Place the last four patties on top and seal the edges


Add pepper and salt


Warm the grill up to a medium-high level


For 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until done to your liking, grill the burgers


Put mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard in a small bowl and mix them together


Toast the buns for burgers on the grill for one to two minutes


Put the mayo, ketchup, and mustard sauce on both halves of the bun


Put together the burgers by adding diced onions, lettuce, and tomato


Add your favorite sides and serve hot


Have fun!


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BBQ Lentil Veggie Burger with Mango Carrot Slaw

6/13/2025

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BBQ Lentil Veggie Burger with Mango Carrot Slaw

A satisfying and tasty vegan burger with a tasty BBQ lentil and vegetable patty and a cool mango carrot slaw on top. This plant-based burger is great for a summer barbecue or any other time you want a tasty one.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked green lentils

  • 1/2 cup finely grated carrots

  • 1/2 cup diced ripe mango

  • 1/4 cup diced red onion

  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

  • 2 tbsp BBQ sauce

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 4 whole wheat burger buns

  • Lettuce leaves for garnish

  • Vegan mayo for dressing

Instructions:

Use a fork or potato masher to mash the cooked lentils in a large bowl


To the mashed lentils, add diced mango, red onion, breadcrumbs, BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper


Combine well by mixing


Take the mixture and shape it into four burger patties


Then, put them on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper


Set a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to get it hot


The patties should be cooked for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are hot all the way through and have grill marks


For a minute or two, toast the burger buns on the grill until they get a little brown


Spread vegan mayo on the bottom half of each bun before putting the burgers together


After putting a lettuce leaf on top of the mayo, add a lentil veggie patty


If you want, you can add more BBQ sauce to the patty's top


Then, add a big spoonful of mango carrot slaw


To finish the burger, put the top half of the bun on top of the slaw


Enjoy! Serve the BBQ Lentil Veggie Burger with Mango Carrot Slaw right away


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Keto Low Carb English Muffins

6/11/2025

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Keto Low Carb English Muffins

You can make these English muffins quickly and they are great for a low-carb breakfast. They're good for you and taste great with butter or your favorite toppings.

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup almond flour

  • 1 tablespoon coconut flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 egg

  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Put coconut flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl and mix them together


Melt some butter or coconut oil and add an egg


Add a pinch of salt


Mix everything together well


Fill each ramekin that can go in the microwave about halfway with the mixture


After 90 seconds on high, the food should be set


Carefully take the muffins out of the ramekins and cut them in half across the middle


Toast it in the toaster or a pan until it turns a light golden color


Enjoy while still warm!


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Low Carb Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Cupcakes

6/9/2025

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Low Carb Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Cupcakes

Enjoy these sweet low-carb cupcakes that are packed with peanut butter and sugar-free chocolate chips. Great for staying in ketosis while satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond flour

  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder

  • 1/4 cup powdered erythritol

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil

  • 1/4 cup sugar-free peanut butter

  • 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips

  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 175F 350C


Cut cupcake liners to fit inside a muffin tin


Put cocoa powder, erythritol, baking powder, and salt in a bowl and mix them together


Together with the dry ingredients, add the eggs, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract


Mix everything together well


Put half of the batter into each cupcake liner


Put a few chocolate chips and a small amount of peanut butter into each cupcake tube


Add more batter on top of the peanut butter and chocolate chips until each liner is about three quarters full


In a hot oven, bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean


Let the cupcakes cool all the way down before you serve them


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Clean Vegan Chocolate Bar

6/7/2025

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Clean Vegan Chocolate Bar

Indulge in the rich, satisfying taste of homemade vegan chocolate bars made with wholesome ingredients. These clean eating chocolate bars are free from refined sugars and artificial additives, making them a guilt-free treat for any time of day.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup coconut oil

  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder

  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

  • 1/4 cup almond butter

  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut

  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts optional

  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions:

Melt coconut oil in a saucepan over low heat


Once melted, remove from heat and whisk in cocoa powder until smooth


Add maple syrup, almond butter, shredded coconut, chopped nuts if using, and a pinch of sea salt


Mix until well combined


Pour mixture into a lined baking dish or chocolate mold


Place in the refrigerator to set for at least 2 hours


Once set, remove from the refrigerator and cut into bars


Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator


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Bacon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

5/29/2025

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Bacon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

These Bacon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups are a delightful combination of crispy bacon, creamy cheese, and flavorful chives. They make for a perfect party snack or a quick appetizer.

Ingredients:

  • 8 slices of bacon

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 8 small flour tortillas

Instructions:

Cook bacon until crispy


Drain on paper towels and crumble into bits


In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped chives, and garlic powder


Lay out the flour tortillas and spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture on each one


Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the cream cheese mixture


Roll up each tortilla tightly, sealing the ends


Slice each roll-up into bite-sized pieces


Serve as an appetizer or snack


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Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

5/28/2025

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Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

You can satisfy your sweet tooth with these tasty vegan chocolate chip cookies that don't contain any animal products.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups flour

  • 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened

  • 3/4 cup brown sugar

  • 1/4 cup white sugar

  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup vegan chocolate chips

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 175F 350C


Mix the vegan butter, brown sugar, and white sugar together in a bowl until everything is well mixed


Mix well after adding the applesauce and vanilla extract


Add the flour, baking soda, and salt to a different bowl


Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients one at a time until a dough forms


The vegan chocolate chips should be carefully mixed in


Put dough on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie


When the edges are golden brown, it's done baking


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


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Kale Salad with Miso-Mushroom Omelet

5/26/2025

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Kale Salad with Miso-Mushroom Omelet

The miso-mushroom omelette and kale salad together taste great and are good for you. They make a satisfying meal. The miso sauce gives the kale salad a unique umami flavor, and the mushroom omelet is a protein-packed side dish. It's a great option for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups chopped kale leaves

  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms

  • 2 tablespoons miso paste

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional

Instructions:

In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste and 2 tablespoons of water to create a miso sauce


Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat


Add the sliced mushrooms and saut until they are golden brown and tender, about 5 minutes


Remove from the skillet and set aside


In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and heat it over medium heat


In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and season with salt and pepper


Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet and cook, gently stirring occasionally until they form a soft and fluffy omelet, about 3-4 minutes


Fold the sauted mushrooms into the omelet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until they are heated through


In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped kale leaves and chopped scallions


Drizzle the miso sauce over the kale and scallions, then toss to coat them evenly with the dressing


Serve the kale salad alongside the miso-mushroom omelet, garnished with sesame seeds if desired


Enjoy your nutritious and delicious Kale Salad with Miso-Mushroom Omelet!


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