Thursday, November 28, 2024

Easy Chicken Stir Fry



This Easy Chicken Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful meal that you can make in just 30 minutes. It's packed with colorful veggies, tender chicken, and a savory sauce that's perfect for serving over rice.

Ingredients:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
  • Cooked rice for serving

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and cornstarch slurry

Set aside

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat

Add sliced chicken and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through

Remove from skillet and set aside

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil

Add garlic and ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds

Add bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas

Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and pour the sauce mixture over everything

Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all the ingredients

Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions

Enjoy your delicious Easy Chicken Stir Fry!


Sunday, November 24, 2024

Chocolate French Toast Cookies



Indulge in the delectable combination of chocolate cookies and French toast flavors. These soft and chewy cookies are loaded with chocolate chips and bread crumbs, making them a one-of-a-kind treat for cookie enthusiasts.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup bread crumbs

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined

Stir in the milk, chocolate chips, and bread crumbs until evenly distributed

Scoop tablespoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart

Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Enjoy your delicious Chocolate French Toast Cookies!


Saturday, November 23, 2024

Keto Fresh Apple Cake



A delightful Keto-friendly version of fresh apple cake that's moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. It's made with almond and coconut flour, erythritol sweetener, and real diced apples for a comforting treat without the guilt.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated erythritol sweetener
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 medium-sized Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced

Instructions:

Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up

Use coconut oil to grease a 9-inch round cake pan

Put almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl and mix them all together

Crack the eggs into a different bowl and mix them with the almond milk, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil

Mix the dry and wet ingredients together until they are well blended

Add the apple dices to the batter

When the cake pan is ready, pour the batter into it and spread it out evenly

Put it in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean

The cake should cool in the pan for 10 minutes before being moved to a wire rack to cool all the way down

Cut and serve

Have fun!


Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Fresh Summer Dip



This dip is bursting with fresh flavors from tomatoes, avocado, cilantro, and jalapeno, making it perfect for a hot summer day. The zingy lime juice adds a refreshing twist, while the combination of ingredients creates a delightful texture and taste sensation.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno, and avocado

Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and gently toss to combine

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld

Serve chilled with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables


Sunday, November 17, 2024

Rum Island Butter Jam



Savor the tastes of the islands with this delicious Butter Jam from Rum Island. This tropical jam, made with pineapple, mango, and banana and a touch of rum, is ideal for slathering on your favorite morning pastries.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of pineapple chunks
  • 1 cup of mango chunks
  • 1 cup of mashed ripe bananas
  • 1/4 cup of rum
  • 2 cups of granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup of lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup of butter

Instructions:

Combine the pineapple, mango, and mashed bananas in a large saucepan

Add the rum, sugar, and lemon juice to the fruit mixture and stir well

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently

Once it boils, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and reaches a jam-like consistency

Stir in the butter until it melts and is fully incorporated

Remove the jam from heat and let it cool slightly

Transfer the jam into sterilized jars, seal them, and process in a water bath for 10 minutes to ensure they're properly preserved

Allow the jars to cool completely before storing them in a cool, dark place

Enjoy your homemade Rum Island Butter Jam on toast, pancakes, or as a delicious tropical topping!


Friday, November 15, 2024

Jungle Themed Cupcakes



Create a wild and adventurous atmosphere at the birthday party with these Jungle Themed Cupcakes. The chocolate cupcakes are adorned with green fondant icing and hand-painted jungle scenes, bringing the jungle to life on your dessert table. Perfect for a jungle-themed birthday cake!

Ingredients:

  • 1 box of chocolate cupcake mix
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • Green fondant icing
  • Assorted food coloring for handpainting
  • Paintbrushes food-safe
  • Edible gold dust optional
  • Jungle-themed fondant decorations e
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Instructions:

Warm your oven up to the temperature written on the box of cupcake mix

Use cupcake liners to line a cupcake pan

Put the eggs, vegetable oil, water, and chocolate cupcake mix in a bowl

Mix until it's smooth

Fill up each cupcake liner about two-thirds of the way to the top with cupcake batter

Follow the directions on the cupcake package and bake them in an oven that has already been heated

It takes about 18 to 20 minutes most of the time

When a toothpick stuck in the middle of a cupcake comes out clean, take it out of the oven

On a wire rack, let the cupcakes cool all the way down

Roll out the green fondant icing on a clean surface dusted with powdered sugar while the cupcakes cool

Make rounds to put on top of the cupcakes

Put a circle of fondant on top of each cupcake and gently press it down so it sticks

Mix your food coloring now to make colors that look like they belong in a jungle greens, browns, and animal colors

To make jungle scenes on each cupcake, paint the fondant icing with these colors by hand

If you want to add a little sparkle to your decorations, you can use edible gold dust

Finally, finish each cupcake by decorating it with jungle-themed fondant, such as palm trees and animals

Paint the decorations by hand and let them dry and set

Your rainforest-themed cupcakes are ready for the birthday party

They have a fondant top and were decorated by hand with paint


Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Unbelievably Delicious Burgers



The beef and pork in these burgers go well together, and the cheese and sour cream add a nice touch. The secret sauce, which is ketchup and mayonnaise mixed together, gives every bite a great kick. No matter what time of year it is, these burgers will make you happy.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced pickles
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Sliced tomatoes
  • Sliced red onions
  • Pickles for garnish

Instructions:

Put ground beef and ground pork in a large bowl and mix them together

To the meat mix, add ketchup, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, diced pickles, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, and salt and pepper

Mix everything together well

Split the mixture in half and shape each half into a burger patty

Warm up your grill or pan on the stove by setting it on medium-high heat

Lightly oil the grill grates or pan to keep food from sticking

Grill or fry the burger patties for four to five minutes on each side, or until they're done the way you like them

As the food is almost done, toast the buns on the grill or in a toaster until they are just barely brown

Put lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, and sliced red onions on the bottom half of each bun to make the burgers

On top of the vegetables, put a cooked burger patty

On top of each patty, put a small amount of the ketchup and mayonnaise mixture

Put pickles and the other half of the bun on top

Have your burgers while they're still hot and enjoy!


Easy Chicken Stir Fry

This Easy Chicken Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful meal that you can make in just 30 minutes...