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Macaroni and cheese that is creamy and broccoli florets that are soft make a comforting and filling meal that is great for any event. Ingredients: 8 oz elbow macaroni 2 cups broccoli florets 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 2 cups milk 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the macaroni For the last two minutes of cooking, add the broccoli Remove the water and set it aside Melt the butter over medium-low heat in a large saucepan Add the flour and stir it in Cook for one to two minutes, until it turns golden brown Slowly whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and thick Turn down the heat and add the shredded cheddar cheese Mix it in until it melts and is smooth Add pepper and salt to taste Mix the cooked broccoli and macaroni into the cheese sauce and heat it all t...

This Vegan Sriracha Caramel Bacon Popcorn offers a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. The caramel sauce, infused with sriracha for a kick, coats freshly popped popcorn, while vegan bacon bits add a satisfying crunch. Ingredients: 1/2 cup popcorn kernels 1/2 cup vegan butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup maple syrup 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup vegan bacon bits Instructions: Choose how you want to pop the popcorn kernels and set them aside Put the vegan butter in a saucepan and melt it over medium-low heat Add the salt, brown sugar, maple syrup, and sriracha sauce and mix them in well Stir the mixture a few times as you bring it to a simmer Then, let it cook for three to four minutes, until it gets a little thicker Take the caramel sauce off the heat and pour it over the popcorn that has been popping Gently stir the popcorn to...

A hearty and nutritious vegetable soup filled with colorful vegetables and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a comforting meal on a chilly day. Ingredients: 1 cup carrots, diced 1 cup celery, chopped 1 cup onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes 4 cups vegetable broth 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup corn kernels 1 cup peas 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Instructions: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat Add garlic and onion, saut until fragrant and translucent Add carrots and celery, cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes with their juices Stir in green beans, corn, and peas Season with thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-...

The delicious flavors of hummingbird high desserts and baking blog gave me the idea for these cool black tea and peach creamsicles. Adding sweet peach puree to brewed black tea makes a creamy, fruity treat that is great for hot summer days. Ingredients: 1 cup brewed black tea, cooled 1 cup peach puree made from fresh or frozen peaches 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup condensed milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Sliced peaches, for garnish optional Instructions: In a blender, combine the cooled black tea, peach puree, heavy cream, condensed milk, and vanilla extract Blend until smooth Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top for expansion If desired, add a few slices of peach into each mold for extra texture and flavor Insert popsicle sticks and freeze until solid, about 4-6 hours or overnight Once frozen, run the molds under warm water for a few second...

This pumpkin focaccia bread is a tasty and fragrant take on the traditional Italian bread. Adding pumpkin puree gives the bread moisture and a slight sweetness, and herbs like rosemary and thyme make it taste more savory. It's great as a snack or side dish. Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin puree 1/4 cup olive oil 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 packet instant yeast 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup warm water Instructions: Put pumpkin puree and olive oil in a bowl and mix them together Add the sugar, salt, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, and black pepper to another bowl Then add the flour Gather the dry ingredients and add them to the pumpkin mixture Knead the dough until it turns into a smooth mass as you slowly add warm water Place the dough in ...

Hot Baked Artichoke Tuna Spread is a delightful appetizer that combines the flavors of artichokes, tuna, and cheese into a creamy and flavorful dip. Perfect for parties or gatherings, this dish is easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. Ingredients: 1 can 14 ounces artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1 can 5 ounces tuna, drained and flaked 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup chopped green onions 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste 1 French baguette, sliced for serving Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C In a mixing bowl, combine chopped artichoke hearts, flaked tuna, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, green onions, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper Mix we...

Indulge guilt-free with these raw chocolate fudge brownie bars! Made with wholesome ingredients, they're rich, decadent, and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Ingredients: 1 cup walnuts 1 cup almonds 1 cup pitted dates 1/2 cup raw cacao powder 1/4 cup maple syrup Pinch of salt 1/4 cup chopped dark chocolate optional, for extra richness Instructions: In a food processor, pulse walnuts and almonds until finely ground Add pitted dates, raw cacao powder, maple syrup, and salt Pulse until a sticky dough forms If using, fold in chopped dark chocolate Line a square baking dish with parchment paper Press the dough evenly into the dish Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set Once set, remove from the dish and slice into bars Serve and enjoy!

These baked salmon filo parcels are a delicious and elegant way to enjoy seafood. The filo pastry creates a crispy, flaky exterior while keeping the salmon moist and flavorful inside. With just a handful of ingredients, this dish comes together quickly and makes for an impressive main course. Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets 8 sheets of filo pastry 100g butter, melted 1 lemon, zest and juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat the oven to 180C 350F In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped dill Lay out one sheet of filo pastry and brush it lightly with the butter mixture Repeat with another sheet, laying it on top of the first Place a salmon fillet in the center of the pastry stack Season with salt and pepper Fold the edges of the pastry over th...

You can enjoy the flavors of grilled kabobs without having to use an outdoor grill when you bake these shish kabobs. Great for a quick and tasty dinner during the week or an indoor BBQ on the weekend! Ingredients: 1 lb 450g boneless chicken breast, cut into chunks 1 lb 450g beef sirloin, cut into chunks 1 lb 450g large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 red bell pepper, cut into squares 1 green bell pepper, cut into squares 1 red onion, cut into wedges 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds 8 cherry tomatoes 8 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes 1/4 cup 60ml olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat your oven to 400F 200C In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a marinade Thread the marinated chicken, beef...

This Lighter Orange Chicken stir-fry is a healthier and delicious twist on the classic takeout favorite. It's packed with vibrant flavors and colorful vegetables, making it a perfect weeknight meal. Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/3 cup orange juice 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced 1/2 cup sliced carrots 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ginger, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional 1 tablespoon chopped green onions Cooked brown rice or quinoa, for serving Instructions: In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch until smooth Set aside Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat Add the chicken pieces and st...

A quick and easy twist on traditional manicotti, this shortcut chicken manicotti is filled with a flavorful mixture of shredded chicken and cheeses, then baked to perfection in marinara sauce. Ingredients: 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded 1 box manicotti shells 2 cups ricotta cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cups marinara sauce 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C Cook manicotti shells according to package instructions, drain, and set aside In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper Stuff each manicotti shell with the chicken mixture Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly on the ...