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Crispy Smashed Paprika Potatoes

11/7/2025

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Crispy Smashed Paprika Potatoes

The paprika gives these smashed potatoes a spicy kick, and they are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They go well with any meal as a side dish.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb baby potatoes

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • Salt to taste

  • Black pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions:

Set the oven to 425F 220C and heat it up


To make the potatoes fork-tender, boil them in salted water for about 15 to 20 minutes


After you drain the potatoes, let them cool down a bit


Spread some olive oil on a baking sheet and then add the potatoes


Gently mash each potato with a fork or potato masher until it is flattened but still whole


Add more olive oil to the mashed potatoes


It should have paprika, salt, and black pepper on it


After the oven is hot, bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden and crispy


If you want, you can add fresh parsley as a garnish before serving


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Choco-Sushi Delight

11/5/2025

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Choco-Sushi Delight

This Choco-Sushi Delight is a one-of-a-kind mix of Japanese tradition and sweet decadence. Velvety dark chocolate covers sushi rice and is topped with colorful fruits and crunchy coconut flakes to make a dessert that is both beautiful to look at and impossible to resist.

Ingredients:

  • 200g sushi rice

  • 300ml water

  • 100g dark chocolate

  • 100g strawberries

  • 50g mango, thinly sliced

  • 50g kiwi, thinly sliced

  • 50g raspberries

  • 50g toasted coconut flakes

  • 30g toasted sesame seeds

  • Edible gold leaf optional

Instructions:

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear


In a saucepan, combine the sushi rice and water


Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 18-20 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender


Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and let it cool slightly


While the rice is cooling, melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or using a double boiler until smooth


Spread the cooked sushi rice evenly onto a large plate or sushi mat


Drizzle the melted chocolate over the rice in a decorative pattern


Arrange the strawberries, mango slices, kiwi slices, raspberries, and toasted coconut flakes on top of the chocolate-covered rice


Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and, if desired, decorate with edible gold leaf


Using a sharp knife, slice the chocolate-covered rice into individual sushi-sized pieces


Serve immediately and enjoy!


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Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

10/27/2025

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Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

This Slow Cooker Orange Chicken is a gluten-free, Paleo, and AIP-friendly dish that's bursting with citrusy flavor. The tender chicken is coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 1/2 cup orange juice freshly squeezed if possible

  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup for AIP

  • 3 tbsp coconut aminos

  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 1/2 tsp sea salt

  • 1/4 tsp black pepper omit for AIP

  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes omit for AIP

  • Zest of 1 orange

  • 2 tbsp arrowroot powder

Instructions:

Orange juice, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, ginger, garlic, sea salt, black pepper omit if AIP, red pepper flakes omit if AIP, orange zest, and honey or maple syrup if AIP should all be combined in a bowl


Blend thoroughly


Put the pieces of chicken into the slow cooker


Cover the chicken with the orange sauce mixture


Cook the chicken for 45 hours on low, covered, or until it's cooked through and tender


Make a slurry out of arrowroot powder and water about half an hour before serving


To thicken the sauce, stir the slurry into the slow cooker


If desired, top the hot dish with chopped green onions and fresh orange slices


Savor the flavor of your Slow Cooker Orange Chicken!


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Blood Orange Miso Glazed Broiled Salmon

10/25/2025

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Blood Orange Miso Glazed Broiled Salmon

This Blood Orange Miso Glazed Broiled Salmon combines the tangy sweetness of blood orange juice with the savory umami of miso paste to create a flavorful glaze for broiled salmon. It's a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors that pairs wonderfully with the tender salmon fillets.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets 6 ounces each

  • 1/4 cup blood orange juice

  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions:

Mix miso paste, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl


Pour the marinade over the salmon fillets that are in a shallow dish


Put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes with the lid on


Set the broiler to high and put aluminum foil on a baking sheet


Take the salmon out of the marinade and place it on the baking sheet that has been prepared


Broil the salmon for 6 to 8 minutes, or until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork


Use the rest of the marinade to baste the fish every few minutes while it's cooking


Before serving, top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds


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Beetroot Tart Tatin

10/23/2025

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Beetroot Tart Tatin

This Beetroot Tart Tatin is a savory-sweet take on the classic French dessert. It has caramelized beets on top of flaky puff pastry that has been flavored with butter and balsamic vinegar.

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium-sized beetroots, peeled and thinly sliced

  • 1 sheet puff pastry

  • 50g unsalted butter

  • 100g granulated sugar

  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh thyme leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 400F 200C


Melt the butter in a pan over medium-low heat


Mix the sugar and balsamic vinegar together until the sugar melts and the mixture turns into a caramel


Place the beet slices in the pan so that they overlap a bit


Add thyme leaves, salt, and pepper to taste


Put puff pastry on top and tuck the edges inside the skillet


Bake the dough for 25 to 30 minutes, or until it turns golden brown


Take it out of the oven and wait five minutes


Carefully flip the tart over onto a plate for serving


If you want, you can add more thyme leaves as a garnish


Enjoy while still warm!


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Roasted Sweet Potato and Cauliflower Rice Collard Wraps

10/21/2025

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Roasted Sweet Potato and Cauliflower Rice Collard Wraps

This vegan meal, Roasted Sweet Potato and Cauliflower Rice Collard Wraps, tastes great and is good for you. They are a filling lunch or dinner choice because they are full of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Ingredients:

  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 1 head cauliflower, grated into rice-like pieces

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 bunch collard greens, stems removed

  • 1 avocado, sliced

  • 1/4 cup hummus

Instructions:

Turn on the oven and heat it up to 400F 200C


Add the sweet potatoes to a large bowl and mix in the black pepper, sea salt, paprika, and garlic powder


Toss the potatoes until they are well covered


Spread the sweet potatoes out on a baking sheet


Roast them for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they are soft and slightly browned


In the meantime, cook the cauliflower rice over medium heat in a large skillet for about 5 to 7 minutes, until it is soft


For one to two minutes, steam the collard greens until they are soft


Lay a collard green leaf flat on a work surface to start putting the wraps together


Put a little hummus on top of the collard green leaf


On top of the hummus, put cauliflower rice, roasted sweet potatoes, and avocado slices


If you want to make a burrito, fold the sides of the collard green leaf over the filling and then roll it up tight


Do it again with the rest of the ingredients


Cut the wraps in half and serve


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Strawberry Apple Hand Pies

10/19/2025

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Strawberry Apple Hand Pies

These vegan hand pies are filled with a delicious combination of strawberries and apples, sweetened with a touch of sugar and cinnamon. They make a perfect handheld dessert for any occasion!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups strawberries, chopped

  • 2 cups apples, peeled and chopped

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 package vegan pie crust store-bought or homemade

  • 1 tablespoon plant-based milk, for brushing

  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup, for brushing

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 375F 190C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet


Strawberries, apples, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice should all be mixed together well in a bowl


Use a lightly floured surface to roll out the pie crust, and then use a round cutter to make circles


On one half of each circle of dough, put a spoonful of the fruit mixture


Leave a little space around the edges


Cut the dough in half and fold it over the filling to make a half-circle


Use a fork to seal the edges


Once the baking sheet is ready, put the hand pies on it


For a golden finish, brush plant-based milk and maple syrup on top of the hand pies


Cut small holes in the top of each hand pie with a sharp knife to let the steam escape


After the oven is hot, bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown


Let the hand pies cool down a bit before you serve them


Have fun!


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Supreme Pizza Ring

10/17/2025

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Supreme Pizza Ring

Enjoy the deliciousness of a Supreme Pizza in a fun ring shape that you can share with family and friends. This recipe is a hit with everyone, and you can make it your own by adding your favorite toppings.

Ingredients:

  • 1 package of pizza dough

  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni

  • 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers

  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives

  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms

  • 1/4 cup sliced red onions

  • 1/4 cup sliced banana peppers

  • 1/4 cup sliced cooked sausage

  • 1/4 cup sliced fresh basil leaves

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375F 190C


Roll out the pizza dough into a large circle on a floured surface


Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a border around the edges


Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the sauce


Layer the pepperoni, bell peppers, black olives, mushrooms, red onions, banana peppers, and cooked sausage over the cheese


Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the toppings


Fold the edges of the dough over the toppings, creating a ring shape


In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes if using


Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the top of the pizza ring


Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned


Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese


Slice and serve your Supreme Pizza Ring while it's still hot!


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Low Carb Cauliflower Garlic 'Breadsticks'

10/15/2025

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Low Carb Cauliflower Garlic 'Breadsticks'

These Low Carb Cauliflower Garlic 'Breadsticks' are a delicious keto-friendly alternative to traditional breadsticks. Made with grated cauliflower and cheese, they're loaded with flavor and perfect for dipping into your favorite marinara sauce.

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium cauliflower head, grated

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

Turn on the oven and heat it up to 400F 200C


Put parchment paper on the bottom of a baking sheet


Grated cauliflower, eggs, mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper should all be put in a large bowl


Mix everything together well until it's all mixed in evenly


Make a rectangle shape with the cauliflower mixture on the baking sheet that has been prepared


It should be about 1/4 inch thick


After the oven is hot, bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the crust is firm


Grate the Parmesan cheese evenly over the top after taking it out of the oven


Put it back in the oven and bake for five more minutes, or until the cheese melts and bubbles


Take it out of the oven and let it cool down a bit


Add chopped fresh parsley on top


Take the cauliflower "breadsticks" and cut them into strips


Serve them hot


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Baked Apple and Cheese Sandwiches with Spinach

10/13/2025

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Baked Apple and Cheese Sandwiches with Spinach

These Baked Apple and Cheese Sandwiches with Spinach are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. The apples add a touch of natural sweetness, while the cheddar cheese and honey-cinnamon spread provide a rich and creamy texture. The addition of spinach not only adds a pop of color but also a nutritious boost to your meal. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 4 slices of whole-grain bread

  • 2 apples, thinly sliced

  • 1 cup of baby spinach leaves

  • 8 slices of cheddar cheese

  • 4 tablespoons of butter

  • 1 tablespoon of honey

  • 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C


In a small bowl, mix together honey and cinnamon to create a honey-cinnamon spread


Take two slices of bread and spread the honey-cinnamon mixture on one side of each slice


On the non-spread side of each slice, place 2 slices of cheddar cheese


Layer thinly sliced apples on top of the cheese


Add a handful of baby spinach leaves on top of the apples


Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper for extra flavor


Place the remaining slices of bread on top to create sandwiches, with the honey-cinnamon side facing inwards


Spread a thin layer of butter on the outside of each sandwich


Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted


Remove from the oven, let them cool for a minute, and then slice each sandwich in half diagonally


Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Baked Apple and Cheese Sandwiches with Spinach!


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