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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...

Buttercream Decorating: Learn from a Baker’s Mistakes

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The first thing that strikes me after looking at the gorgeous photos, was the author’s revelations about her own mistakes. How fascinating to learn from a pro’s pitfalls! This book alone is a master piece, showcasing incredible creativity and Carey Madden’s love for butter and sugar. Ah!

Blue Raspberry Slushie Recipe

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This blue raspberry slushie drink is a fun blue non alcoholic drink that’s perfect for summer! Ingredients ⅓ cup whipping cream (liquid) 2 cups Blue Raspberry Martini mix 4 cups ice 1 cup sparkling water (lemon lime flavor) 1 teaspoon coconut extract Garnish coconut whipped cream (spray can) * or use regular whipped cream blue sprinkles fresh raspberries Instructions Add all ingredients to blender and blend until smooth (about 30 seconds to 1 minute) and pour into 8 oz glasses.

izza Pot Pie : Une fusion entre pizza et tourte, avec une croûte croustillante recouvrant une garniture fondante.

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Pizza façon tartiflette savoyarde Un délicieux mariage entre la pizza et la tartiflette, combinant le côté convivial d’une pizza avec les saveurs réconfortantes de la montagne. La combinaison du reblochon fondant, des lardons fumés et des pommes de terre sur une base de pâte à pizza crée une harmonie de saveurs qui ravira vos papilles. Ingrédients 1 pâte à pizza (maison ou prête à dérouler) 200 g de lardons fumés 250 g de reblochon bien affiné 4 cuillères à soupe de crème fraîche épaisse 2 oignons jaunes moyens 2 pommes de terre moyennes précuites 1 gousse d’ail Poivre noir du moulin 1 cuillère à soupe d’huile d’olive Quelques brins de ciboulette fraîche (facultatif) Instructions Préchauffer votre four à 220°C en position chaleur tournante. Épluchez et émincez finement vos oignons. Dans une poêle, faites chauffer l’huile d’olive à feu moyen puis ajoutez les oignons. Laissez-les caraméliser doucement pendant environ 10 minutes. Ajoutez ensuite les lardons dans la poêle avec les oignons ...

If you have 1EGG. and YOGURT and FLOUR. no OVEN. in 5 minutes you can make this delicious, very soft sweet recipe.

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Ingredients 1 egg 3 tbsp sugar (45 g) 1 sachet (8 g) vanilla sugar 3 tbsp oil (45 ml) 125 g (½ cup) yogurt 60 ml (¼ cup) milk 190 g (1 ½ cups) flour 10 g (2 tsp) baking powder

Juicy Pork Loin with Buttery Mashed Potatoes and Sweet Green Peas .

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Ingredients: For the Pork Loin: 2 lb pork loin roast 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 cup chicken broth 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons soy sauce For the Mashed Potatoes: 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and quartered 1/2 cup whole milk 1/4 cup unsalted butter Salt and pepper, to taste For the Peas: 1 1/2 cups frozen green peas 1 tablespoon butter Salt, to taste Directions: Rub the pork loin with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' and sear the pork loin on all sides for about 2–3 minutes until golden. Turn off 'Sauté' mode. Pour in chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and soy sauce. Lock the lid. Pressure cook on HIGH for 25 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for natural release before quick releasing the rest of the pressure. Remove pork loin and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Mashed Potatoes (while pork is ...

Scrambled Eggs with Sautéed Mushrooms, Broccoli & Avocado

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This nutrient-dense, low-carb breakfast is packed with protein, healthy fats, and tons of flavor! Perfect for starting your day right. 📋 Ingredients: • For the scrambled eggs: ◦ 2 large eggs ◦ Salt and pepper to taste ◦ 1 tsp olive oil or butter for cooking • For the veggies: ◦ ½ cup mushrooms, sliced ◦ ½ cup broccoli florets, chopped ◦ 1 tsp olive oil ◦ Salt and pepper to taste • For serving: ◦ ½ avocado, sliced 🔪 Directions: 1️⃣ Sauté the Veggies: In a skillet, heat 1 tsp olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and chopped broccoli. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until softened, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 2️⃣ Scramble the Eggs: While the veggies are cooking, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. In another skillet, heat 1 tsp olive oil or butter over medium heat. Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet and gently stir to scramble, cooking for 2-3 minutes until set but still soft. 3️⃣ Combine: Once the veggies are cooked, plate them ...

Homemade Dinner Rolls

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   Homemade Dinner Rolls 4 cups all purpose flour plus extra for dusting 2 teaspoons yeast 3 tablespoons sugar 1 1/4 cups warm milk 1/4 cup oil 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt Brushing: 1 egg white plus 2 tablespoons water (Egg wash for brushing before baking) 2 tablespoons melted butter for brushing after baking Steps In a bowl, add yeast, sugar. Then add water, let it bubbles for 5 minutes. Add oil, salt and eggs. Add flour, 1 cup at a time. Kneed for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover with plastic, let it rise for 1 hr or doubling the size. Divide the dough to 16-24 pieces. Roll and form like a ball. Arrange in a baking pan. Let it rest and rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat oven at 350 F. Brush the dough with eggwash for golden brown color edge. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes. Brush with melted butter. Enjoy with warm soup or with coffee or tea. Donuts Dough Recipe: 1 pack rapid rise yeast 1/4 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 cup warm milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter softened 4 and 1/2 c...

Cheesy Flatbread with Green Onions

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For the Dough: 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 g) 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup warm water (180 ml) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil

Healthy Chicken & Broccoli Patties

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Ingredients:  - 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken   - 1 cup cooked, chopped broccoli   - 2 eggs   - ¼ cup rolled oats or oat flour   - ¼ cup finely chopped onion (optional)   - ½ tsp garlic powder   - Salt, pepper & spices (oregano, cumin, etc.)   - Olive oil (for cooking)   Instructions:   1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.   2. Form into small patties.   3. Cook in a pan with olive oil over medium heat until golden (3-4 mins per side).

Surprise your loved ones with this Light dinner: spinach and potatoes in one recipe.

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Ingredients: • 4 potatoes • 300g spinach • 2 cloves of garlic • Oil • Parmesan cheese • 70 g breadcrumbs • 100g mozzarella cheese • 500g milk • Butter

Creamy Avocado Salad with Eggs, Tomatoes, and Zucchini – a quick, healthy recipe with a rich dressing and fresh herbs.

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Ingredients: 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅 1 medium zucchini, sliced and sautéed 🥒 2 boiled eggs, chopped 🥚 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped 🌿 1 ripe avocado 🥑

Raspberry Piña Colada (Simple Boozy Version)

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A fruity, tropical twist on the classic Piña Colada—infused with raspberry, coconut, and rum! Ingredients: 1 cup frozen raspberries 1 cup pineapple juice ½ cup coconut cream (not coconut milk!) ½ cup white rum (adjust to taste) 1 cup crushed ice 1 tbsp simple syrup (optional, for added sweetness) Instructions: Blend It Up Add all the ingredients to a blender, starting with the liquids. Blend Until Smooth Blend on high for 30–60 seconds until the mixture is thick, creamy, and well combined. Taste & Adjust Taste your cocktail—add a touch more simple syrup if you want it sweeter, or more ice for a frostier texture. Serve & Garnish Pour into a chilled glass. Garnish with fresh raspberries, a pineapple wedge, or a sprinkle of shredded coconut. Enjoy! Sip slowly, savor the flavors, and imagine yourself on a sun-soaked beach 🌴💖 🥥 Optional Upgrade: Add a splash of dark rum on top as a float for a rich, layered finish.