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Cucumber Avocado Daiquiri

11/7/2025

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Cucumber Avocado Daiquiri

This drink is a cool take on the traditional daiquiri. It has the cool tastes of cucumber and creamy avocado, along with the bright tastes of lime and rum.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz white rum

  • 1/2 oz fresh lime juice

  • 1/2 oz simple syrup

  • 2 slices cucumber

  • 1/4 ripe avocado

  • Ice cubes

Instructions:

Put avocado and cucumber slices in a cocktail shaker and mix them together


Ice cubes, lime juice, and white rum should be added


Make sure to shake it well until it's cold


Pour through a strainer into an ice-filled glass that is already cold


Add a cucumber slice or an avocado wedge as a garnish


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Simple Vegan Tofu Curry

11/5/2025

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Simple Vegan Tofu Curry

This easy vegan tofu curry is full of flavor and quick enough to make for dinner during the week. Tofu and a mix of vegetables are cooked in a creamy coconut curry sauce. This is a healthy and filling meal. Put it on top of rice to make a full and hearty meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 block tofu, cubed

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated

  • 2 tablespoons curry powder

  • 1 can 14 oz coconut milk

  • 1 cup vegetable broth

  • 2 cups mixed vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, and peas

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

  • Cooked rice, for serving

  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat


Add onion, garlic, and ginger


Saut until fragrant, about 2 minutes


Add tofu cubes and curry powder


Cook until tofu is lightly browned, about 5 minutes


Stir in coconut milk and vegetable broth


Bring to a simmer


Add mixed vegetables and season with salt and pepper


Simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender


Stir in soy sauce and lime juice


Adjust seasoning if needed


Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with fresh cilantro


Enjoy your delicious vegan tofu curry!


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Creamy Kahlua Chocolate Fudge

11/3/2025

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Creamy Kahlua Chocolate Fudge

Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and Kahlua liqueur with this super easy creamy fudge recipe. It's ideal as a delightful homemade gift or to sate your sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

  • 1 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter

  • 1/4 cup Kahlua liqueur

  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

  • 1 cup chopped walnuts optional

Instructions:

Using parchment paper, line an 8 x 8-inch square baking pan, leaving an overhang on two opposite sides for ease of removal


Put the butter, sweetened condensed milk, and chocolate chips in a bowl that is safe to microwave


Cook, stirring, in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until the mixture is smooth and completely melted


Add the vanilla extract, Kahlua liqueur, and a small pinch of salt, and stir until thoroughly mixed


Add the chopped walnuts, if desired


Transfer the mixture into the baking pan that has been preheated and level it out


The fudge should be chilled for at least two hours to solidify and set


Lift the fudge out of the pan by using the overhanging parchment paper


Chop into bars or squares


Enjoy your rich, creamy Kahlua chocolate fudge after serving!


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Earl Grey Lavender Gin Fizz

10/25/2025

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Earl Grey Lavender Gin Fizz

A refreshing and aromatic cocktail that combines the floral notes of Earl Grey tea with the herbal essence of lavender, balanced with the citrusy kick of lemon juice and the botanicals of gin.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Gin

  • 1/2 oz Earl Grey tea cooled

  • 1/2 oz Lemon juice

  • 1/2 oz Lavender honey syrup

  • Lavender sprig for garnish

Instructions:

Combine gin, cooled Earl Grey tea, lemon juice, and lavender honey syrup in a shaker filled with ice


Shake well until chilled


Strain into a chilled glass filled with ice


Garnish with a sprig of lavender


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Instant Pot Tortilla Soup

10/23/2025

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Instant Pot Tortilla Soup

This Instant Pot Tortilla Soup is Paleo and Low Carb, making it a healthy and flavorful meal option. Packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and Mexican-inspired spices, this soup is hearty and satisfying. Plus, it's made in the Instant Pot for quick and easy preparation. Garnish with avocado, cilantro, and lime for a burst of freshness!

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 bell pepper, diced

  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 4 cups chicken broth

  • 1 14

  • 5-ounce can diced tomatoes

  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels

  • 1 avocado, diced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Cilantro, sliced green onions, lime wedges, and crushed pork rinds for serving

Instructions:

Turn on the Instant Pot and select the saut function


Heat the olive oil and saut the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeno until softened, about 5 minutes


Add the diced chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes


Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and dried oregano, and cook for an additional minute


Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their juices


Close the Instant Pot lid and set the vent to sealing


Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes


Once the cooking cycle is complete, carefully release the pressure manually


Open the lid and stir in the frozen corn kernels


Let the soup sit for a few minutes until the corn is heated through


Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste


Serve hot, garnished with diced avocado, cilantro, sliced green onions, a squeeze of lime juice, and crushed pork rinds for added crunch


Enjoy your Paleo and Low Carb Instant Pot Tortilla Soup!


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Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli

10/21/2025

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Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli

This slow cooker beef and broccoli recipe is easy to make and makes a comforting meal with tender beef slices and broccoli cooked in a tasty sauce.

Ingredients:

  • 1

  • 5 lbs beef sirloin, thinly sliced

  • 1 cup beef broth

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce

  • 1/3 cup brown sugar

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil

  • 4 cups broccoli florets

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions:

In a slow cooker, combine beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and sesame oil


Add sliced beef to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the sauce


Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until beef is tender


In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth


Stir into the slow cooker


Add broccoli florets to the slow cooker, stirring to combine


Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until broccoli is tender and sauce has thickened


Serve over cooked rice


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Rosemary Sloe Gin Fizz

10/19/2025

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Rosemary Sloe Gin Fizz

A tasty brunch drink with a hint of rosemary that's great for taking it easy on the weekend.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz sloe gin

  • 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice

  • 1/2 oz simple syrup

  • Club soda

  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary, for garnish

Instructions:

Sloe gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup should all be mixed together in a cocktail shaker


Put ice in the shaker and shake it well


Strain the drink into an ice-filled glass


Add club soda on top


Put a sprig of fresh rosemary on top


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Momofuku Milk Bar's Compost Cookie Recipe

10/17/2025

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Momofuku Milk Bar's Compost Cookie Recipe

With this recipe, you can make the famous Momofuku Milk Bar's Compost Cookies. These cookies are stuffed with a variety of sweet and salty mix-ins, resulting in a delectable blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup butter, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed

  • 1 tablespoon corn syrup

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt

  • 1 1/2 cups your favorite baking ingredients chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, pretzels, potato chips, etc


  • 1 1/2 cups your favorite snack food potato chips, pretzels, etc


  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

  • 1 teaspoon ground coffee

Instructions:

Mix the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy


One egg at a time, making sure to mix well after each addition


Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt together in a different bowl


Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix just until everything is mixed together


Mix in the snack food, rolled oats, ground coffee, and baking mix


Put the dough in the fridge for at least an hour or up to a week with the lid on


Warm your oven up to 375F 190C and put parchment paper on baking sheets


Place cookie dough on the baking sheets that have been prepared, leaving space between each cookie


Put it in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the middle is still soft


Let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets before moving them to wire racks to cool all the way


Enjoy these one-of-a-kind compost cookies!


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Sweet Potato Honey Cornbread

10/15/2025

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Sweet Potato Honey Cornbread

This sweet potato honey cornbread combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and honey with the hearty texture of cornbread. It's a delicious side dish or snack that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup mashed sweet potato

  • 1 cup cornmeal

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 cup honey

  • 1/4 cup melted butter

  • 1 cup milk

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp baking soda

  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 190C 375F


Add the honey, melted butter, milk, and eggs to a large bowl and mix them together


Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a different bowl


Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones while stirring them together


Put the batter into a 9x9-inch baking dish that has been greased


Put it in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean


Let it cool down a bit before you serve it


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Bacon & Cheese Potato Casserole

10/13/2025

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Bacon & Cheese Potato Casserole

Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this tasty potato casserole with bacon and cheese. This dish is hearty and filling because it has layers of thinly sliced potatoes, crispy bacon, and melted cheese that will melt in your mouth.

Ingredients:

  • 6 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 190C 375F


Cut up potatoes, crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, minced garlic, salt, and pepper


Put all of this in a large bowl


Put the mixture in a baking dish that has been greased


Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45 minutes! Take off the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft and the top is golden brown


Serve hot, and if you want, top with more green onions


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