Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Sweet Potato Burger



A delicious and nutritious vegetarian burger made with sweet potatoes, quinoa, and flavorful spices. Perfect for a meatless meal that satisfies both taste and hunger.

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Burger buns
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Tomato slices
  • Avocado slices
  • Your favorite burger condiments e
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Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 190C 375F

Grate the sweet potatoes and mix them with the cooked quinoa, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until everything is well mixed

Make patties out of the mixture that are the size you want

Put the patties on a baking sheet that has parchment paper on it

Place the burgers in an oven that has already been heated

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping them over halfway through, until the outside is golden and crispy

Toast the burger buns if you want to

Put lettuce leaves on the bottom bun of each burger, then the sweet potato patty, tomato slices, avocado slices, and your choice of toppings

Place the other half of the bun on top and serve right away


Saturday, November 2, 2024

Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Quinoa Cookies



Delicious and nutritious gluten-free cookies made with quinoa, peanut butter, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for a guilt-free treat!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa, cooled
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional

Instructions:

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

In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, peanut butter, honey, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt

Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined

If desired, fold in chocolate chips into the cookie dough

Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart

Flatten each cookie slightly with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern on top

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Enjoy these delicious gluten-free peanut butter quinoa cookies!


Thursday, October 31, 2024

Garden Veggie Pasta Salad



The fresh vegetables, whole wheat pasta, and tangy vinaigrette dressing in this Garden Veggie Pasta Salad go so well together. It's the perfect dish for a healthy and happy life because it's full of nutrients and tastes great. Whether you eat it as a side dish or by itself, this salad will make your day better.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups whole wheat pasta, cooked and cooled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, basil leaves, olives, and feta cheese

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper

Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat evenly

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together

Serve chilled and enjoy!


Monday, October 28, 2024

Nutella Donuts



Enjoy the divine fusion of Nutella and doughnuts by making this simple recipe. These Nutella doughnuts are the ideal sweet treat at any time of day!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup Nutella
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • Oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Additional Nutella for filling optional

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt

Add Nutella, milk, egg, and vanilla extract

Mix until well combined

Heat oil in a deep frying pan to 350F 175C

Drop spoonfuls of the Nutella batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, turning occasionally

Remove donuts from the oil and drain on paper towels

If desired, fill a piping bag with Nutella and insert it into the center of each donut to add extra filling

Dust the Nutella donuts with powdered sugar before serving

Enjoy your delicious Nutella Donuts!


Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Savory Chicken Stew



A hearty and comforting chicken stew that is easy to make in the Instant Pot.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs
  • 1 cup carrots, chopped
  • 1 cup potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper

Place all ingredients in the Instant Pot

Set Instant Pot to Manual mode for 15 minutes

Naturally release pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release

Serve hot and enjoy!


Sunday, October 20, 2024

Blueberry Peach Crumble Cookies



The sweet and tangy flavors of blueberries and peaches are combined in these Blueberry Peach Crumble Cookies, which have a delightful crumble topping. They're soft and chewy, and they're ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup peeled and diced peaches
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper

In a medium bowl, gently combine the blueberries and diced peaches

Set aside

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

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt

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

Fold in the oatmeal and chopped pecans

Take 1/3 of the cookie dough and place it in a separate bowl

To the separated dough, add the brown sugar and ground cinnamon, mixing until well combined

This will be the crumble topping

Using a cookie scoop or your hands, form cookie dough balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet

Take a small amount of the crumble topping and press it gently onto the top of each cookie dough ball

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Enjoy these delicious Blueberry Peach Crumble Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage!


Friday, October 18, 2024

AMAZING Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie



These AMAZING Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies are a vegan twist on a classic favorite. They're rich, chocolatey, and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  • 1 cup vegan chocolate chips

Instructions:

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

Mix the cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and flour together in a medium-sized bowl using a whisk

Mix the vegan butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy

Mix in the almond milk and vanilla extract until everything is well mixed

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix them together until they are just combined

The vegan chocolate chips should be carefully mixed in

Place tablespoon-sized chunks of dough about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet that has been prepared

Make each cookie a little flatter with the back of a spoon

It should be baked for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set

Let the cookies cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way


Sweet Potato Burger

A delicious and nutritious vegetarian burger made with sweet potatoes, quinoa, and flavorful ...