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SLOW COOKER QUINOA ENCHILADA CASSEROLE

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SKINNY, lightened up and healthy enchilada bake!!!! Made right in the crockpot!!! So cheesy and yet guilt-free!!! INGREDIENTS 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 1/4 cups chicken broth 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed 1 10-ounce can enchilada sauce 1 4.5-ounce can chopped green chilies 1/2 cup corn kernels, frozen, canned or roasted 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and diced 1 Roma tomato, diced INSTRUCTIONS Place chicken into a 6-qt slow cooker. Stir in chicken broth, quinoa, enchilada sauce, green chiles, corn, black beans, cilantro, cumin and chili powder; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours, or until liquid is reduced. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred, using two forks. Stir...
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Pastel Star Cupcakes 🧁🌟

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Pastel Star Cupcakes 🧁🌟


Ingredients:

For the Cupcakes:

1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour 🌾

1 ½ tsp baking powder 🥄

¼ tsp salt 🧂

½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened 🧈

1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 🟡

2 large eggs 🥚

2 tsp vanilla extract 🍦

½ cup (120ml) whole milk 🥛

For the Frosting:

1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened 🧈

3 ½ cups (440g) powdered sugar 🍚

2 tsp vanilla extract 🍦

2-3 tbsp milk 🥛

Food coloring in pastel shades 🎨

Star-shaped sprinkles ⭐

Instructions:

Make the Cupcakes:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) 🔥. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners 🧁.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt 🌾🥄🧂.

In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy 🧈🍚.

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition 🥚.

Stir in the vanilla extract 🍦.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined 🥛🌾.

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full 🍪.

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean 🕰️.

Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely 🧊.

Make the Frosting:

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth 🧈.

Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, and beat on low speed until combined 🍚.

Add the vanilla extract 🍦 and 2 tbsp of milk, then increase the speed to medium and beat until light and fluffy. Add more milk if needed to reach your desired consistency 🥛.

Divide the frosting into separate bowls and add food coloring to each bowl to create pastel shades 🎨.

Decorate the Cupcakes:

Once the cupcakes are completely cool, use a piping bag or a spatula to frost them with the pastel-colored frosting 🧁.

Top with star-shaped sprinkles for a fun and festive touch ⭐.

Serve and Enjoy:

These pastel star cupcakes are ready to shine at your next party or gathering! 🌟

Enjoy your colorful and delicious Pastel Star Cupcakes! 🧁🌟

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