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These Vegan Avocado Sushi Rolls are great for dinner parties because they have a great mix of avocado, cucumber, and carrot. The avocado is creamy, the cucumber is crunchy, and the carrot is sweet. Not only do they look good, but they taste great and are easy to make too! Ingredients: 2 cups sushi rice 4 nori seaweed sheets 1 avocado, thinly sliced 1 cucumber, julienned 1 carrot, julienned 1/4 cup rice vinegar 2 tbsp sugar 1 tsp salt Soy sauce and wasabi, for serving Instructions: Rinse sushi rice until water runs clear Cook rice according to package instructions In a small saucepan, heat rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved Mix with cooked rice while still hot Place a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat Spread a thin layer of rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top Arrange avocado slices, cucumber, and carrot along the center of the rice...

Love your Liver Iced Tea is a refreshing and detoxifying beverage that supports liver health. Dandelion root tea is known for its liver-cleansing properties, while lemon adds a zesty flavor and a boost of vitamin C. Enjoy this revitalizing drink anytime, especially when you need a refreshing pick-me-up. Ingredients: 4 bags dandelion root tea 4 cups water 1 tablespoon honey 1 lemon, sliced Fresh mint leaves for garnish Instructions: In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil Take it off the heat and add the tea bags made from dandelion root Cover and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes Take out the tea bags and mix in the honey until it's all mixed in After the tea has cooled to room temperature, put it in the fridge to get cold Put it on ice, add lemon slices, and top with fresh mint leaves

These Chewy Gooey Layer Bars are delicious because they have chocolatey layers that taste like brownies and a gooey coconut topping. Just what you need to satisfy your sweet tooth! Ingredients: 1 cup chocolate chips 1/2 cup butter 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional 1 cup sweetened condensed milk 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan In a small saucepan, melt chocolate chips and butter over low heat, stirring constantly Remove from heat and let cool slightly In a large bowl, beat sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well blended Stir in the chocolate mixture until smooth Combine flour, cocoa powder, and salt; gradually add to the chocolate mixture and mix well Stir in nuts if desired Spr...

These Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a healthy and flavorful twist on traditional tacos. Packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, they make for a satisfying and nutritious dinner option. Plus, they're easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings! Ingredients: 4 medium sweet potatoes 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 bell pepper, diced 1 pound ground turkey 1 packet taco seasoning 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup corn kernels 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh cilantro, for garnish Sour cream, for serving optional Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400F 200C Poke the sweet potatoes several times with a fork, then place them on a baking sheet Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat Add onion, garlic, and bell pe...

For any party, these Funfetti Birthday Cake Oreo Cupcakes are a great treat. The bottom has a surprise Oreo cookie, and the top is made of vanilla frosting, sprinkles, and cream cheese. Ingredients: 1 box of white cake mix 1 cup of water 1/3 cup of vegetable oil 3 large eggs 1/2 cup of rainbow sprinkles funfetti 12 Oreo cookies 1 batch of vanilla frosting Additional rainbow sprinkles for decoration Instructions: Warm up the oven to 350F 175C and put paper liners in a cupcake pan Put the eggs, water, vegetable oil, and white cake mix in a large bowl Mix everything together well Add 1/2 cup of rainbow sprinkles funfetti to the cake batter and mix them in well In the bottom of each cupcake liner, put an Oreo cookie Cover the whole Oreo cookie with the funfetti cake batter in each liner After the oven is hot, bake the cupcakes for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpi...

This savory herb compound butter adds a burst of flavor to beef steaks, enhancing their richness with garlic, parsley, thyme, and rosemary. It's a simple yet elegant addition that elevates any beef dish. Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, minced 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, minced thyme leaves, and minced rosemary Season with salt and pepper to taste Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated Place the compound butter mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap Roll it into a log shape, twisting the ends to seal Refrigerate the compound butter for at least 1 hour or until firm Slice the compound butter into rounds when ready to use Top...

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate and peanut butter dessert with this Triple Chocolate-Peanut Butter Pudding Cake. It's a rich and gooey cake that features three types of chocolate and a creamy peanut butter surprise. Perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings! Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips 1 1/4 cups boiling water Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, 1/3 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth Fold in the peanut butter and chocolate chips unt...

This Summer Melon and Prosciutto Salad is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors. The juicy melons, salty prosciutto, and the freshness of arugula and mint create a perfect harmony. Topped with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette and creamy feta cheese, this salad is a summer sensation! Ingredients: 1 ripe cantaloupe melon, cubed 1/2 honeydew melon, cubed 4 slices of prosciutto 1 cup arugula leaves 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the cubed cantaloupe and honeydew melon Tear the prosciutto slices into smaller pieces and add them to the melon Add the arugula and fresh mint leaves to the bowl In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar to make the dressing Drizzle the dressing over...

The Cuban Burger takes the flavors of a Cuban sandwich and adds them to a classic hamburger to make it even better. It has seasoned beef patties with ham, pickles, Swiss cheese, and a spread made of yellow mustard and mayonnaise. This burger tastes great and fills you up. It's perfect for grilling season. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 4 hamburger buns 4 slices Swiss cheese 8 slices ham 4 slices dill pickles Yellow mustard, to taste Mayonnaise, to taste Butter, for toasting buns Salt and pepper, to taste Instructions: Set your grill or griddle on the stove to medium-high heat to get it ready Split the ground beef into 4 equal pieces and shape them into burger patties while the grill heats up Add salt and pepper to each patty The burger patties should be cooked for four to five minutes on each side, or until they're done the way you like them Cover the grill an...

Compared to conventional jam recipes, this homemade Strawberry Chia Seed Jam is a healthier option. It's thickened with wholesome chia seeds and sweetened with honey or maple syrup. This jam is very simple to make and tastes great with the addition of vanilla extract and lemon juice. Ingredients: 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey 2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries and maple syrup or honey over medium heat Stir occasionally and let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes, until the strawberries break down and become soft Remove the saucepan from heat and mash the strawberries with a fork or potato masher to your desired consistency Stir in the chia seeds, lemon juice, and vanilla extract Mix well Allow the mixture to cool f...

C:\temp\SHARED\BLOGGER2024\sub1 - Rogers\link_wwwwinstonmorales_0.jpg A creamy and savory potato salad with the smoky goodness of bacon. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish for any meal. Ingredients: 4 cups of diced potatoes 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled 1/2 cup of mayonnaise 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard 1/4 cup of diced red onion 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In a pot of salted water, boil the chopped potatoes for ten to twelve minutes, or until they are tender After draining, allow them to cool Place the crumbled bacon and the cooled potatoes into a big mixing bowl Combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped fresh parsley, and diced red onion in a separate bowl To taste, add salt and pepper for seasoning To ensure that everything is evenly coated, pour the mayonnaise mixture over the potatoes and bacon and g...

Add a gourmet touch to your breakfast with these tasty Orange Rosemary Pancakes topped with a rich Lavender Honey Whipped Cream. The citrusy orange, the fragrant rosemary, and the sweet lavender honey come together to make a flavor profile that is both unique and delightful. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 cup buttermilk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Zest of 1 orange 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons lavender honey Fresh orange slices and rosemary sprigs for garnish Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt In another bowl, whisk the egg and then add the buttermilk, melted butter, orange zest, and chopped rosemary Mix well Pour the wet ingred...

A simple and delectable recipe for pork chops and white beans, ideal for a weeknight meal. Savory pork chops and filling white beans combine to make a gratifying and aromatic dish. Ingredients: 4 pork chops 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup chicken broth 1 onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Instructions: Add salt, pepper, and paprika to the pork chops' seasoning Heat the olive oil in a big skillet over medium-high heat Sear pork chops until golden brown, 34 minutes per side Take out of the skillet and place aside Saut the garlic and onions in the same skillet until they are tender Stir in chicken broth, dried thyme, and drained white beans Mix thoroughly Back in the skillet with the beans nestled between them, place the seared pork chops ...

This Meatloaf Patty Melt is a tasty take on the classic patty melt. It has a tasty meatloaf patty made with a mix of beef and pork, Swiss cheese on top, and toasted rye bread slices in the middle. This sandwich is filling and hearty, making it perfect for a cozy meal. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1/2 lb ground pork 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup ketchup 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 8 slices rye bread 8 slices Swiss cheese 4 tbsp butter 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup mustard 1/4 cup pickles, sliced Instructions: Put breadcrumbs, chopped onion, chopped green bell pepper, milk, ketchup, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl Mix the ground beef and pork together Mix everything together well Four patties should b...