Dark-coloured paste made of dates, wine and nuts
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The tropics are calling with this no-churn Creamy Pina Colada Ice Cream! Experience the flavors of coconut, pineapple, and fresh lime with this homemade ice cream recipe that is extra creamy, and dairy-free.
Mini Steak Quesadillas are filled with succulent beef, mushrooms, and melted cheese in a soft tortilla toasted until crisp. This crowd-pleasing appetizer comes together in less than 30 minutes!
Instant pot chicken thighs and potatoes with a delicious lemon Dijon gravy. Made with boneless thighs that are perfectly moist and juicy, you can have dinner ready in just under 30 minutes!
This ingenious recipe uses all of four ingredients and you end up with the bestest flatbreads of your life!
BBQ Turkey Stuffed Peppers. Bake BBQ-flavored turkey mixture in red, yellow, or green sweet bell peppers for a tasty and colorful dinner entrée.
This cake is a big hit with my family lately. It’s quick to make and requires very few ingredients. Despite that, it's one of the most addictive cakes I’ve ever tasted. You can’t help but have one more slice...
All the best parts of your favorite Mexican street food (Elote) are made simple in this quick and easy Esquites corn salad that doesn’t even require corn on the cob.Esquites are one of my all-time favorite side dishes. I love corn in basically any form, and my diet it basically 93% corn on the cob during the entire month of August, but sometimes you just want something with a little more zip and pep to it. Enter Esquites.What is Esquites?Esquites is basically on off-the-cob form of the street food Elote, which is corn covered in mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, and cheese. Like I mentioned, esquites takes the corn off of the cob, and allows you to eat the dish without dripping lime juice down your chin. So if you’re the sort of person who doesn’t like to eat messily in front of people, esquites is the dish for you.Different states in Mexico have vastly different takes on elote and esquites. Some areas make them with bacon and mushrooms. Some areas boil the corn instead of frying, and some places they’re a far sweeter dish than what I’m presenting.When I make it, I choose to go with a “standard” version.
Broccoli salad is a southern staple and a personal favorite of my hubby. He requests it anytime of year, but I love to make it in the spring and fall when broccoli is in season. You should definitely try growing your own broccoli at home! I digress. This broccoli salad makes an attempt to be healthier and it is husband approved, which says a lot!
This Caramel Corn does not disappoint! It is sweet, a little salty, and gooey-just the way caramel corn should be. It's very quick and easy to make-it uses microwave popcorn, real butter-definitely NO margarine, sweetened condensed milk, and brown sugar, just to name a few of the ingredients. All you need to do is pop the popcorn and remove the un-popped kernels-there is a great tip below. Make the caramel and coat the popcorn. Make sure you use a large mixing or serving bowl, this recipe makes a lot of caramel corn. Which is really great because you will love it! I do not think I have ever had any leftover. Everyone loves this recipe. Check out some of our other recipes with caramel.
Rice Krispy Treats are a Family Favorite in my house. When I send care packages to my daughter, Kelsi, there are always Rice Krispy Treats in the box.
Any other Mexican Food lovers here? I grew up in Arizona, where there’s practically a Mexican food restaurant on every corner. So love for any sort of Mexican or Mexican-inspired food runs DEEP!I created these Bacon Corn Tostadas a couple months ago, and my family has been enjoying them ever since! My kids are always happy to eat it, and I can’t get over the crispiness of the fried those Corn Tortillas, mixed with slight ‘pop’ that only fresh corn can provide!You’ll see while reading the recipe that I used canned pinto beans to make, what I call, semi-homemade refried beans. It seems like a good in-between for someone (that someone is me) who hates canned refried beans, but rarely plans ahead enough to make homemade ones! I can’t be the only one who runs into this dilemma, right?I hope you love this Mexican-inspired dish, it makes a great dinner, or if you bought smaller tortillas, a great little appetizer or side dish. Let me know below if you have any questions or comments, and don’t forget to follow me @theflouredcountertop, and on Pinterest under the same name. Hope your week has been good and full of delicious food!
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The fresh flavors of Caprese in a pasta salad I love the fresh flavors of a Caprese salad: mozzarella, basil, and tomatoes, drizzled with balsamic. So “old country.” A pasta salad version couldn’t go wrong. Did you know? Caprese salad is a simple Italian salad, made of sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, seasoned with salt and olive oil. It is occasionally paired with arugula. The usual presentation is an arrangement on a plate. Like "Pizza Margherita, it features the colours of the Italian flag: green, white, and red. In Italy, it is usually served as an antipasto (starter), not a contorno (side dish) and may be eaten any time of day. (source: Wikipedia) Simple ingredients I adapted this recipe from one on Delish.com. Their version would feed a small crowd, but I am feeding two so I make a different quantity. I use most ingredients half of the original recipe, with one exception: cheese. I use the same amount of cheese for half the salad. Why? Because (repeat after me) “There is no such thing as too much cheese!”
Looking for a tasty, herby pasta dish with a bit of a kick? This week, make your pasta side lighter and less caloric with this easy recipe for Skinny Pasta couscous.
It is not a surprise to anyone that knows me the tuna salad is one of my favorites. I have been making myself tuna salad on crackers and tuna salad sandwiches since I was a little girl. Over the years I went from making tuna was a splash of red wine vinegar and a some mayo to adding things like olives and shallots, to swapping out the vinegar for another favorite ingredient....dijon mustard. It came as no surprise to my family recently when I took my love for tuna salad and adding the favorite of all ingredients of mine, avocado, to my new concoction.But I didn't stop at just adding avocado. I added a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, some herbaceous flavorful dill, a punch from a minced shallot and of course some kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Not only are you subtracting the mayo from the equation and bringing in a healthier fat, this is a great salad to make for a picnic or outdoor get together because there is no dairy that can spoil.If you are a tuna salad fan, I hope you give this one a try! I promise you will love it!
Can we all agree that one of the best parts of Mexican food is the chips and salsa? Chips and Salsa are addicting to almost everyone, but especially when it’s homemade Salsa. This Pineapple Tomatillo Salsa hits all the right notes: Spicy, sweet, acidic… all the components of a completely addicting snack, appetizer, or if you’re my husband… an entire meal!The tomatillos are roasted to give extra flavor, and then pineapple is added to bring in some tang. My mouth is watering just thinking about it!Check out this recipe down below- you’ll never want to get store-bought again! If you have any questions, feel free to comment below. And don’t forget to follow me on Instagram @theflouredcountertop, and on Pinterest under the same name.
Bright and fresh flavorsIf you are looking for a salad that is bursting with bright, fresh flavors, look no more! This “Middle Earth” delight has a simple vinaigrette dressing that, through some alchemy, “pops” the flavors of the tomatoes and cucumber; “crunches up” the taste of romaine lettuce; and smooths the palate with feta and chickpeas. Kalamata olives provide the “Ta dah!” moment with an exclamation point of piquancy.
You can make red cabbage sauerkraut! It is easy to make and yields a beautiful, nutritious ferment. Perfect for a quick side dish or to top a brat or Italian sausage!
I love trying to come up with recipes that are simple and yet have lots of flavor. The problem in vegan baking is always what to use as an egg substitute. The answer is: it depends on what you want the egg to do. Is it there to moisten, leaven, bind, or a combination of two or three?I know some people always use chia or flax seeds, others stick with fruit purée, and still others use aquafaba. Personally, I like to mix it up and try different things depending on what else is in the recipe. In this recipe, I’ve gone with fruit purée and chia seeds, but made it super easy to put them together,,
People I know seem to feel strongly about eating peas. They either love them or hate them.I, personally, love peas. Always have. As a kid, I used to eat them straight from our little garden like candy. They are sweet and juicy and just plain yummy.I am married to someone who hates peas. I don’t know what peas ever did to him, but just the mention of peas sends him running in the opposite direction. But peas are more than just yummy little snacks; they are also full of good vitamins and protein. So when I came up with this recipe, I just didn’t tell my husband that included peas. He ate it and loved it!The avocados have a fairly string flavor, so the main taste is not peas. They add sweetness and a subtle flavor, but don’t really stand out.This is a great snack, appetizer or even sandwich spread now that the weather has gotten warmer.
My Everything-In Cookies are a dream to make and even dreamier to devour. But don't fret - these cookies are relativley healthy containing only 1/2 a cup of sugar. This recipie is also a one-bowl-wonder which will save you lots of time in prep and clean-up. However, I do highly reccomend taking a few extra minutes for the final (optional) step of drizzling chocolate. This will really add a stunning affect to your cookies and upgrade their apearance to create a jaw-dropping result with minimal effort. Substitting nuts or chocolate is possible, as long as you subsitute for similar ingredients and equal amounts (for example: 1/4 chopped walnuts for 1/4 chopped pecans, or 1 cup milk chocolate chips for 1 cup caramel chips).
Over the past year, I’ve really gotten into making yeasted dough and I’m so glad I did. I remember 10-15 years ago when I was just venturing into baking and was so intimidated by yeast. Is the water warm enough to bloom the yeast? Did it rise enough? And, unlike baking quick rise breads, you can’t test if it’s done by sticking a toothpick in it. It just seemed so daunting and stressful to me. Now, yeasted doughs are almost second nature to me. I recall making chicken souvlaki skewers, lemon potatoes and Greek salad for dinner one night only to suddenly remember that I forgot to pick up some pita bread. I quickly whipped up a batch of this quick rise flatbread and cooked them in the cast iron. They turned out so well that I tested the recipe a few more times over a week and this recipe was born. I hope you like it as much as I do! Sometimes, I will stuff them with fillings and they are just so good!
Is breakfast one of your favorite meals? Breakfast casseroles are a perfect way to start your day. This breakfast casserole recipe is full of delicious ingredients like hash browns, little smokies breakfast sausages, sliced mushrooms, cheddar cheese, eggs, milk, and seasonings. Hillshire Farms Lit'l Smokies Sausages give this casserole the best flavor. It is quick to put together, just slice the sausage and mushrooms, sauté the mushrooms in butter, grate the cheese (or buy pre-shredded cheese), mix the eggs with the milk and seasonings, layer your casserole in a 9 x 13 baking dish, and bake. Enjoy with your favorite people for breakfast or dinner-love breakfast for dinner! If you like this recipe, check out the other breakfast recipes on Sweeter With Sugar.
Who is ready for that 30 second race? You know the one! The Kentucky Derby is coming right up. The cocktail of choice has to be the mint julep. If you have not made one before, it is so refreshing! I can see why it became the drink of the Derby on hot spring days in Kentucky. My mint is already growing like crazy in the garden, and my violas are still looking so pretty atop drinks and desserts, so why not? Find the recipe below for a standard mint julep. I add a twist of making a mint simple syrup. It is very easy and I promise it does not taste like toothpaste. Here is the game-changer: Blueberry ice cubes! So easy, and so fun and different. Wow your friends and families with this standout cocktail.Check out more of my recipes here: https://www.instagram.com/theblackcatkitchen1/
This sweet potato gnocchi recipe is hard to beat. It contains very few ingredients and is a relatively simple process. I love making my own gnocchi as store-bought gnocchi just doesn't compare. There's nothing like ending off a long day with an indulgent dinner of homemade gnocchi. My favorite way to eat sweet potato gnocchi is fried with freshly-grounded garlic and covered in a thick cooking cream with some parmesan cheese to top it all off. However, if you are looking for a lighter option, try pan-fry the gnocchi for a few minutes with a couple tablespoons of butter until the gnocchi is just beginning to brown.
These bakery style muffins are bursting with berries! Sour cream amps up this batter, I promise you'll be making these muffins forever. My kids request these every time we have "breakfast for dinner" nights. They are perfect around a plate of bacon and eggs. The three berry combo is mouthwatering! Make sure to sprinkle just a tad of sugar on top of the muffins before baking. They will come out looking like they are from the corner bakery. People will be asking for this recipe after their first bite!
Have you ever made a dutch baby before??? You have got to give it a try! It's so easy! And the best part, you won't have to stand at the stove flipping hot cakes while you watch your family eat them! One giant, puffy pancake comes out of the oven and the whole family can sit down for an awesome weekend breakfast together!Simply heat a cast iron pan or other baking dish in the oven at 425°. Mix the batter ingredients in a blender. Drop butter into the pan in the oven and pour the batter in. Bake for 25 min and watch as it does its magic!!! Just watch those jaws drop when you pull it out of the oven! Today we finished ours with fresh strawberries, homemade strawberry sauce, and whipped cream. Best. Breakfast. Ever.
Decadent, brownie truffles that contain only the best, healthy ingredients!These truffles make the best snack and are perfect to meal prep ahead - also freezer-friendly. You only need 6 ingredients to make these and they turn out so decadent and delicious, nobody will ever realize they're good for you!!You will need dates and cocoa powder, walnuts, salt and vanilla. You will also need maple syrup or honey/agave to sweeten them.Tools to make these:You don’t really need much to make this recipe and you can easily use what you already have on hand.You will need:1 food processor1 tray lined with parchment paperFor measuring: 1/4 tsp, 1/2 tsp, 1 tbsp, 1/4 cup, 1/2 cup, 1 cup.
Don’t let that leftover mashed potato go to waste when you can turn it into delicious mashed potato muffins. These sweet muffins are a simple snack idea or lunch box filler.They have sultanas and cinnamon for a sweet flavour and are easy to make.
It's tailgating season! Time to gather around and eat some good grub while watching the big game. This Smokey Beef Queso is PERFECT with a crunchy tortilla chip. Not only it is cheesy (duh!) but it's smokey and full of onion and pepper undertones. Not a soul will turn this stuff down. Make sure to have a TON of tortilla chips on hand when watching your favorite team play as this stuff goes fast. Thank goodness is makes a BIG batch!This post is sponsored by the Iowa Beef Council.
This pasta is my culinary version of the song “My Favorite Things” except that instead of mittens and brown paper packages, it’s full to bursting with lemon, artichokes, chicken thighs and spinach. I could literally eat this every day for a month and not get sick of it.The best thing about this recipe is that it’s super adaptable. If you don’t like chicken thighs (although, if you don’t I truly think that means you just haven’t tried them yet) you can easily substitute chicken breast. If you don’t have spinach, any other tender green will work in its place. Leave the lemon out if that’s not your thing. The artichokes are non-negotiable though as far as I’m concerned.The recipe is ready in under 30 minutes making it a perfect weeknight meal, but its fancy enough to fool people into thinking you spent far longer in the kitchen than you actually did.
A solution for leftover brats Since Memorial Day is upon us, I thought I would post this recipe just in case you’re about to throw some sausages on the grill, and are worried about having leftovers. This brat stew is so yummy, you might want to cook up some extra on purpose! The recipe is meant for bratwurst or Polish sausage, but really almost any sausage will work. When I made this recently I used 4 bratwursts and 2 Italian sausages - naturally, because that’s what was in the fridge! This is a really old recipe I can’t give you a link for this recipe, because I got it before there was an Internet. I can however tell you where I found it. You see, in the 1980’s I worked for a healthcare organization in a position some called “relationship management.” In other words: sales. It’s not in the job description but I spent a lot of time sitting in doctors’ waiting rooms. Appointment times were estimates, because, of course, the patients always came first. Picture it: no Internet, no smart phones, no idea how soon your name will be called. The only entertainment was to pick up a magazine. I quickly became an expert on celebrity gossip rifling through back issues of People and then on to Redbook and Good Housekeeping. And, it was in one of those magazines that I found this recipe.
Every Friday when it's time to go grocery shopping, I try to utilize every remaining vegetable in the fridge. Not only does it challenge me in coming up with delicious meals but it prevents me from wasting food. That is exactly what happened when I created this spicy honey mustard chicken sandwich. With a leftover bunch of kale, some extra sweet potatoes, and an apple sitting on the counter, I was able to whip together one delicious lunch. Loaded with an apple kale slaw and Cajun roasted sweet potatoes, this sandwich is incredibly satisfying. I gotta say, for a raid the fridge recipe, this one is a sure winner!
Layers of spicy salsa verde, shredded chicken, and corn tortillas make this Cheesy Salsa Verde Chicken bake an easy and delicious weeknight meal. With only a few ingredients, it will bake up before the margaritas are ready! Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn small commission from qualifying purchases, however this is at no cost to you.
Nothing says summer like some super delicious side dishes. Coleslaw is a mainstay at so many barbecues and I figured since we are heading towards Memorial Day that I would share this Classic Coleslaw recipes with you all!It is chockfull of fresh veggies like cabbage, carrots, red onion and scallions for an added onion kick! The dressing is made with mayo, whole grain mustard for a little heat and slightly sweetened by a drizzle of some honey. Try this recipe for your Memorial Day barbecue or all summer long. It's simple ingredients and easy to throw together. Happy unofficial start of summer everyone!
These Light and Crisp Sourdough Waffles are another great way to use up some extra sourdough discard. They are light and airy on the inside while also being crisp and golden on the outside. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn small commission from qualifying purchases, however this is at no cost to you.
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