Cherry Limeade Bars

These vegan Cherry Limeade Bars are a delightful combination of tangy lime and sweet cherries, nestled atop a nutty almond flour crust. Perfect for a refreshing summer treat or any time you crave a burst of fruity flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup frozen cherries, thawed and chopped
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C

Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal

In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt

Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan

Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly

In a saucepan, combine chopped cherries, lime juice, and cornstarch

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes

Pour the cherry limeade mixture over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly

Place the pan back in the oven and bake for another 10-12 minutes

Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan

Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set

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

Dust with powdered sugar before slicing into squares

Serve chilled and enjoy

Caprese-Stuffed Garlic Butter Portobellos Burger

This burger is a gourmet twist on a classic Caprese salad, with juicy grilled portobello mushrooms stuffed with a flavorful mixture of cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil. The garlic butter and balsamic glaze take it to the next level

Ingredients:

• 4 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed
• 4 tablespoons garlic butter
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 hamburger buns
• 1/4 cup balsamic glaze

Instructions:

Warm up the grill over medium-high heat

Add salt and pepper to the cleaned portobello mushrooms and brush both sides with garlic butter

Put the portobellos on the grill with the caps facing down

Cook for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are soft and have grill marks

Put the cherry tomatoes in half, the mozzarella, the basil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl

While the mushrooms are cooking, add the mushrooms to the grill

Sprinkle to mix

Take the portobellos off the grill when theyre done and let them cool down a bit

Place a grilled portobello cap-side down on each bun to make a burger

Put some of the caprese salad on top of each portobello mushroom

Put some balsamic glaze on top of each burger

To finish your burger, put the other half of the bun on top

Serve your Caprese-Stuffed Garlic Butter Portobellos Burger right away and enjoy it

Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken

You will love how this slow cooker cashew chicken recipe tastes. This dish is easy to make and tastes great. Its great for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers.

Ingredients:

• 1
• 5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 cup unsalted cashews
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• Sesame seeds, for garnish
• Green onions, sliced, for garnish

Instructions:

Diced chicken, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes should all be put in a slow cooker

Turn the heat down to low, cover, and cook for three to four hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked

To make a slurry, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl

Add the slurry to the slow cooker and mix it well with the sauce

Put the cashews in the slow cooker and mix them in

For another 30 minutes, or until the sauce gets thicker, cook

Put it on top of rice and top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds

Instant Pot Cheesy Bacon Potatoes

This is a quick and tasty Instant Pot recipe for Cheesy Bacon Potatoes. They have the creamy texture of mashed potatoes and the salty flavors of bacon and cheddar cheese. Its great as a comforting side dish or as a hearty meal on its own.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups potatoes, diced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup crumbled bacon
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Place diced potatoes in the Instant Pot

Add chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper

Close the Instant Pot lid, set the vent to sealing position

Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes

Once done, perform a quick pressure release

Carefully open the lid and mash the potatoes slightly

Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted

Fold in crumbled bacon, sour cream, and chopped green onions

Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese and green onions if desired

Homemade Margherita Pizza

Enjoy the traditional tastes of Italy with this simple Margherita pizza that you can make at home. A lot of people love this pizza because it has a crunchy crust, tangy tomato sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and fragrant fresh basil.

Ingredients:

• 1 pizza dough
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 475F 245C

Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness

Transfer the rolled dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet

Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce

Tear the fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the cheese

Drizzle the olive oil over the top and season with salt and black pepper

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute before slicing

Serve your homemade Margherita pizza hot, and enjoy

Nutty Morning Bliss Smoothie

This smoothie is full of healthy ingredients and is a great way to start the day. The fruits, oats, and chia seeds give it a lot of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The almond butter gives it a creamy texture and healthy fats. On top of the salad are walnuts, which give it extra crunch and omega-3 fatty acids.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1/4 cup mixed dried fruits such as dates, apricots, figs
• 2 tablespoons rolled oats
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• Handful of walnuts, for garnish

Instructions:

Put the almond milk, banana, dried fruits, rolled oats, chia seeds, and almond butter in a blender

Mix until its creamy and smooth

Put it in a glass and top it off with walnuts

Enjoy your healthy start to the day

Single Serve Egg and Chickpea Breakfast

This Egg and Chickpea Breakfast Single Serve is a quick and healthy way to start the day. It tastes great, has a lot of protein and fiber, and is perfect for a one-person breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat

Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, and saut until they start to soften, about 2-3 minutes

Stir in the chickpeas, diced tomatoes, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and pepper

Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the chickpeas are heated through

Create a well in the center of the skillet and crack the egg into it

Season the egg with a pinch of salt and pepper

Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for about 4-5 minutes, or until the egg whites are set, but the yolk is still runny

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot

Mango Berry Blast

Enjoy the tropical flavors of the mango and the antioxidants in the berries in this cool smoothie. Its a great way to start the day or fuel up after a workout.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen mango chunks
• 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries
• 1 banana
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon honey optional

Instructions:

Put frozen chunks of mango, mixed berries, and a banana in a blender

Add Greek yogurt and orange juice with a spoon

There is more sweetness if you add honey

Mix until its creamy and smooth

Put it in a glass and enjoy

Healthy Vegan Banana Avocado Pistachio Softserve Ice Cream

This vegan soft serve ice cream made from bananas, avocado, and pistachios is rich and creamy, and you wont feel bad about it. Its a healthy snack any time of the day because its full of good fats, vitamins, and minerals.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas, frozen
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

In a food processor, combine frozen bananas, avocado, maple syrup, and vanilla extract

Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed

Add chopped pistachios and pulse a few times to incorporate

Serve immediately for a soft-serve consistency or transfer to a container and freeze for 1-2 hours for a firmer texture

Garnish with additional chopped pistachios before serving, if desired

Spiced Apple Cider Toddy

Warm up with this comforting Spiced Apple Cider Toddy, a perfect blend of bourbon, hot apple cider, and seasonal spices.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz bourbon
• 6 oz hot apple cider
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 slice of lemon
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 pinch of ground cloves
• 1 pinch of ground nutmeg

Instructions:

In a heatproof glass or mug, add bourbon and honey

Pour hot apple cider over bourbon and stir until honey is dissolved

Add a cinnamon stick, lemon slice, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg

Stir gently to combine

Enjoy while hot

Bacon Brownies

Everything is better with bacon. Even brownies Yes, even brownies