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July 9, 2020
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip is the perfect recipe when you are looking for something quick and easy! It’s cheesy, filled with tender chicken, has a bit of heat (hope you can handle it :)), and comes together in very little time. It’s a great appetizer for game day or parties…or whenever you just need a little buffalo chicken kick! The recipe can be found here. Make sure the chicken is completely thawed and trim off any excess fat. Place the chicken in the bottom of the Instant Pot. Pour the hot sauce over the top. I like to use Frank’s Xtra Red Hot Sauce for a little extra heat. If you don’t want the added spice, use Frank’s Original Red Hot Sauce. Close the lid and make sure the valve is in the “sealed” position. Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for about … Continue reading
July 1, 2020
4th of July Treats!
Can you believe the 4th of July is this weekend? I looked at my calendar and thought, that can’t be right. What happened to the month of June? I barely feel prepared! But…. come Saturday, I will be ready. I’m putting others in charge of the food and am going to focus on desserts. I know we’ll be spending as much time outside as possible, soaking up the sun, and social distancing with family and friends. I want to make a variety of sweets with something for everyone. I also want something that’s refreshing because it’s going to be HOT! The first dessert I’m going to make is an Ice Cream Sandwich Cookie. It’s yummy vanilla ice cream sandwiched between 2 homemade cookies with yes, red, white, and blue, M&M’s for a 4th of July theme. These are going to be the perfect way too cool off! The recipe can … Continue reading
June 27, 2020
Mini Pancake Muffins
Mini Pancake Muffins are my new favorite breakfast treat! They are both a pancake and muffin, so you get the best of both worlds. Plus, they are mini / bite-sized pieces so you can enjoy a variety or all of the same kind, and not feel bad about how much you eat 🙂 The first recipe is for Mini Pancake Muffins. These are essentially plain pancakes in mini muffin form. The recipe makes 24 mini muffins, so I kept 8 plain flavored, made 8 chocolate chip flavored, and made 8 blueberry flavored. I do have a sweet tooth, so the chocolate chip were my favorite but all tasted amazing! The recipe can be found here. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Spray a mini muffin pan (with 24 small wells) with cooking spray. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar. This is the … Continue reading
June 25, 2020
Jalapeno Popper Variations
I had a craving recently for something spicy and cheesy…. something with big flavor that wouldn’t be a dish I’ve had in the past or one of our standard weeknight meals. Jalapenos were the first thing to cross my mind, so I started getting creative and settled on Jalapeno Popper Dip and Cheesy Jalapeno Turkey Sliders. Jalapeno Popper Dip is very similar to Jalapeno Poppers but in dip form with the jalapenos mixed in. If you love Jalapeno Poppers, you’re going to love this Jalapeno Popper Dip! There is plenty of cheese and diced jalapenos in each bite, and the breadcrumbs on top adds a little crunch that brings the whole dip together. It’s the perfect party appetizer! The recipe can be found here. Here’s how you make it! Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees. Then, dice the jalapenos. I used 4 jalapenos but feel free to add … Continue reading
June 23, 2020
Chao Vegan Cheese
Have you ever tried Vegan cheese? It’s actually quite yummy! I was hesitant at first….is it expensive? Is it going to taste good? What if I hate it? Does it melt? And so many more questions crossed my mind, but I went for it and really enjoyed it. My go-to brand of choice is Vegan Chao Slices. You can find the Creamy Original and Tomato Cayenne flavors at your local Festival Foods. Both are sold in a 7oz package and the cheese is pre-sliced. It’s delicious on its own if you want to enjoy a slice right out of the package but also tastes lovely in the few dishes I’m about to share with you. I admittedly started by trying each flavor on its own, so I knew what I was getting myself into. The Creamy Original tastes like provolone cheese and the Tomato Cayenne tastes like a spiced cheddar … Continue reading
May 31, 2020
Vegan Buffalo Mac & Cheese
Vegan Buffalo Mac & Cheese will make your dreams come true one bite at a time. It’s the ultimate comfort food! Each bite is creamy, loaded with buffalo spice, and has the slightest crunch from toasted breadcrumbs. It’s the perfect recipe to take your dinner game to the next level. The recipe can be found here. The first step is to bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instruction. Drain and set aside. I like to use chickpea noodles because they are packed with protein and fiber but use any noodle you prefer. I think the texture of chickpea noodles is very similar to regular noodles, as well as the taste. Next, bring a small pot of water to a boil (you can also do this while the noodles are cooking). Once the water is boiling, turn off the heat and … Continue reading
May 29, 2020
Vegan Vegetable Enchiladas
Last night we tried our hand at Vegan Vegetable Enchiladas. The difference between these enchiladas and “traditional” enchiladas is the lack of meat and dairy. We substituted both with vegan alternatives. I’ll admit, the end result doesn’t look very pretty but it tasted amazing! These are packed full of vegetables and have incredible flavor. We replaced ground beef with chopped mushrooms, added additional vegetables, and used a vegan cheese that tastes very similar to provolone. If you did a blind taste test, I don’t think you would be able to tell the difference! The recipe can be found here. Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray. Add about ½ cup of the enchilada sauce to the bottom of the pan and spread around. I used canned enchilada sauce but feel free to use a homemade recipe if you have one. Next, … Continue reading
May 25, 2020
The Best Vegan Lasagna!
Vegan Lasagna is a flavorful and hearty dish that’s packed with protein. Yes, it is vegan but even meat lovers will enjoy it! It’s layered with tender noodles, cashew ricotta cheese, marinara, spinach, and topped with mozzarella cheese. The recipe can be found here. The ricotta cheese is thick, creamy, and is a great recipe to use in lasagna, pasta, pizza, and more. I was skeptical when making the ricotta because this was my first attempt, but it did not disappoint. I didn’t know what to expect but was pleasantly surprised and admittedly didn’t know vegan cheese could taste this good! It was also very easy to make and only requires a few ingredients, most of which are pantry staples if you lead a vegan lifestyle. It has a lovely texture and amazing cheese flavor. The mozzarella is stretchy, creamy, and very smooth. It’s a wonderful substitute to dairy mozzarella! … Continue reading
May 16, 2020
(Vegan) Grilled Kabobs
It’s a great time of year to break out the grill and spend more time outdoors enjoying a meal. Kabobs are a quick and easy meal to make and are very customizable; you can add any meat, vegetable, or seasoning of your choice. We make kabobs more often than I want to admit because they are so simple! Today I want to share with you 2 recipes for vegetarian/vegan kabobs. The first is Grilled Jackfruit & Vegetable Kabobs and the second is Grilled Vegetable Kabobs. Both are packed with tender vegetables, are healthy for you, and incredibly tasty to eat. Even if you aren’t vegetarian or vegan, you will enjoy these kabobs. They also make a great side dish for any other grilled meal; pair a vegetable kabob with a juicy hamburger or chicken breast. For the Grilled Jackfruit & Vegetable Kabobs, I chose to use bell peppers (in multiple … Continue reading
May 15, 2020
Vegetable Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
Have you ever had a spring roll before? If not, I’m sure you’ve noticed them on menus or seen pictures online. They are sometimes called Vietnamese spring rolls or rice paper rolls and are similar to egg rolls but are unfried. They are loaded with fresh vegetables and fruit and taste amazing! They are also vegetarian/vegan and oh so healthy. The recipe I want to share with you today is for Vegetable Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce. These make a great lunch, dinner, or appetizer. All you have to do is follow the instructions on the rice paper package…and maybe make a practice roll to familiarize yourself with the texture and feel of the rice paper 🙂 The taste is so light and refreshing! The recipe can be found here. The first thing you want to do is prep all your vegetables and fruit. You will have a lot to … Continue reading
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