WATERMELON LEMONADE WITHOUT ADDED SUGAR

This refreshingly sweet watermelon lemonade is made with only two ingredients and contains no added sugars, It is the perfect drink for hot summer days.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 kg watermelon cleaned *
• 4 lemons

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Half your watermelon and scoop the flesh into a blender. Process until smooth and strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
2. Juice the lemons and add them to the watermelon juice and a generous amount of ice cubes to a large pitcher.

Full read at https://thegreedyvegan.com/watermelon-lemonade-without-added-sugar/

Crockpot Pizza Casserole

The ORIGINAL Crock Pot Pizza Casserole recipe that the internet fell in love with!! This is an incredibly easy and delicious meal for the entire family to enjoy! It is kid friendly and perfect for busy days!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 box Barilla Penne Pasta or any shaped pasta of choice, really, cooked el dente
• 2-3 cans pizza sauce
• 1 lb. beef browned
• 1 package pepperoni
• 16 oz. mozzarella cheese

INSTRUCTION

1. Start by cooking your pasta.
2. While the box of pasta is cooking, start browning your beef, then add in one jar of pizza sauce and stir well.
3. Once your pasta is cooked, mix the meat mixture (above) and pasta together, then pour into the slow cooker.

Full read at https://thecardswedrew.com/crockpot-pizza-casserole/2/

Dorito Chicken Casserole

Dorito chicken casserole is a weeknight casserole that my family loved.  This is a cheesy chicken dish that has the crunch of Doritos and the spice of rotel tomatoes. All our favorite flavors together in one dish. 

INGREDIENTS

• Dorito Chicken Casserole Ingredients:
• 2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
• 2 cups Mexican cheese blend, divided
• 1 10-ounce can cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 packet taco seasoning
• 1 can Rotel tomatoes, drained
• 1 large bag Doritos, medium crushed

INSTUCTION

1. How to make Dorito Chicken Casserole:
2. Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray and set the oven to 350.
3. Combine the shredded chicken with the cream of chicken soup and sour cream in a large bowl.
4. Fold in the can of drained Rotel tomatoes and the taco seasoning.
5. Crush the Doritos to medium bite sized pieces and spread 1/3 of the crushed Doritos evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Full read at https://www.cradell.info/2019/05/dorito-chicken-casserole.html

5 Minute Buffalo Chicken Wraps

Spicy buffalo chicken wraps with ranch dressing are bursting with flavor and made in just 5 minutes! 

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cup cooked chicken shredded or chopped (rotisserie, shredded, or grilled)
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce or 1/3 cup hot sauce + 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
• 4 medium flour tortillas
• Optional fillings: tomato onion, shredded cheese

INSTRUCTION

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken and buffalo sauce until the chicken is fully coated with the sauce.

Full read at https://gimmedelicious.com/2018/02/20/5-minute-buffalo-chicken-wraps/

Lasagna Stuffed Chicken

This keto + low carb lasagna stuffed chicken breast is the dinner recipe the whole family will fall in love with! Stuffed with cheesy deliciousness, topped with marinara, and baked to perfection, what's not to love?

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Cup Ricotta
• 1/2 Cup Parmesan
• 1 Egg
• 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
• 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper
• 2 Cups Marinara * I used my low carb pizza sauce
• 1 Cup Mozzarella
• 5 Chicken Breasts medium
• Fresh Basil to serve

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a bowl, combine ricotta, parmesan, egg, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Set aside, this is your “lasagna stuffing”.
3. Generously salt and pepper each side of the chicken breast and gently pat to adhere.
4. Slice chicken breast in half to form a “pocket”.

Full read at https://www.cradell.info/2019/05/lasagna-stuffed-chicken.html

Banana Almond Flax Smoothie

Banana Almond Flax Smoothie is like dessert for breakfast and I just can’t get enough of it! Once you try this smoothie you’re going to have to keep an extra stock of frozen bananas on hand at all times, it’s definitely a smoothie you’ll want to make regularly. It has a deliciously nutty flavor and it’s perfectly complimented by the sweet bananas.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 medium well ripened banana, peeled diced into pieces, frozen
• 2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/3 cup fat free plain Greek yogurt
• 1 1/2 Tbsp creamy almond butter
• 1 Tbsp ground flaxseed meal
• 1 tsp honey
• 3 - 4 drops almond extract*
• 4 ice cubes (optional)

INSTRUCTION

1. To a blender add banana, almond milk, Greek yogurt, almond butter, ground flaxseed, honey and almond extract. 

Full read at https://www.cookingclassy.com/banana-almond-flax-smoothie/

Pear Ginger Smoothie

This refreshing Pear Ginger Smoothie is packed with greens, healthy protein and fiber! Perfect for breakfast, snack or even a healthy dessert! 

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
• 1 cup spinach
• 1 heaping cup diced frozen pears
• 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 1 tablespoon honey or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Get isntruction at https://reciperunner.com/pear-ginger-smoothie/

15 Minute Bacon Egg & Cheese Breakfast Pizzas (Freezer Friendly!)

The thing I really love about these mini breakfast pizzas is that they are entirely freezer friendly.  If you’re not going to be eating them all at once, wrap them tightly in saran wrap (I usually also put them in large Ziploc bag or an airtight container, just to be safe) and freeze.  These work out well defrosted in either the microwave or in a toaster oven.

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 plain bagels, sliced
• 6 large eggs, beaten
• ⅛ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 10 fully cooked bacon slices (microwaved according to package instructions), crumbled
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

INSTRUCTION:

1. Preheat oven to 415° F
2. Place bagels on an ungreased cookie sheet and set aside.
3. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together eggs, garlic pepper, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook/scramble in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Remove eggs from heat and evenly distribute scrambled eggs over bagels.

Full read at https://www.busybudgeter.com/15-minute-bacon-egg-cheese-breakfast-pizzas-freezer-friendly/

Baked Cheesy Chicken Pasta

Creamy Baked Cheesy Chicken Pasta that is so easy to make. Made with two types of cheeses, this is the ultimate comfort food casserole for dinner. 

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 lb pasta (I used rotini)
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• salt and pepper to taste
• 5 Tbsp butter
• 5 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups milk
• 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

INSTRUCTION

1. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly grease a baking dish.
2. In a medium saucepan, boil the pasta until al dente. Set aside.
3. Meanwhile, on a skillet, heat the olive oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, and cook until the insides are no longer pink. Remove from the skillet, and slice into small pieces. Set aside.
4. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. Add in the flour and garlic, and mix together for about 1 minute. Gradually add in the milk, whisking constantly. Bring the sauce to a simmer, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens.

Full read at https://www.atasteofmadness.com/2014/09/baked-cheesy-chicken-pasta.html

Sausage and Shrimp Kabobs

These Sausage and Shrimp Kabobs are packed with flavor and super easy! They are the perfect way to make dinner on the grill when you are busy yet these skewers are fancy enough to serve at your next BBQ!

INGREDIENTS

• 12 oz smoked sausage rope
• 12 oz shrimp jumbo, tail-on, peeled and deveined
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp Barbecue Seasoning

INSTRUCTION

1. Preheat grill to 350 degrees F. Make sure grill grates are clean.
2. Cut sausage into about 1'' slices, the same thickness as the shrimp.
3. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Place shrimp in bowl. Add sausage, olive oil and Barbecue Seasoning, toss to combine.
4. Tuck the sausage slices in the "C" curve of the shrimp and then thread them onto skewers.

Full read at https://gimmesomegrilling.com/sausage-grilled-shrimp-kabobs/

MAKES 1 mini loaf

INGREDIENTS

• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon coconut flour
• 1 tablespoon almond or hazelnut flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch salt

Optional add-ins:

• 1/4 cup grated cheese
• 1 tablespoon minced scallions or herbs

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Whisk the egg, milk, oil, coconut flour, nut flour, baking powder, and salt together in a small bowl. Add the cheese and scallions or herbs, if using, and stir to combine.
2. Pour into a tall microwave-safe mug and tap the bottom firmly on the counter a few times to force any air bubbles to rise and pop. Microwave on high for 1 minute, 30 seconds.

Full read at https://www.thekitchn.com/keto-bread-recipe

5 Ingredient Vegan Crème Brûlée

This 5 Ingredient vegan Crème Brûlée can be enjoyed hot, at room temperature or cold. The hubby preferred it hot whereas I thought the texture is much nicer when served cold. This treat would make an amazing after dinner dessert when you want something sweet yet light. 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (235ml) canned light coconut milk
• 2 tbsp coconut or brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp agar agar powder 
• 1/2 tsp vanilla paste OR 1 tsp vanilla extract 
• Pinch of turmeric 

Method:

Pour the milk in a saucepan and add in the rest of the ingredients. Cook on high mixing continuously ensuring there are no lumps of agar agar. Take off the heat just before it starts to boil.

Full read at https://nadiashealthykitchen.com/vegan-creme-brulee/

Easter Chex™ Party Mix

The Easter version of one of our favorite holiday snack mixes, perfect for any party this spring. Chex™ cereal, marshmallows and pretzel twists are coated in vanilla almond bark and sprinkles and tossed with pastel chocolate candies.

INGREDIENTS

• 6 cups Rice Chex™ or Corn Chex™ cereal
• 2 cups miniature marshmallows (from 10.5-oz bag)
• 1 cup mini pretzel twists (from 16-oz bag)
• 15 oz vanilla candy coating (almond bark) (about 9 cubes from 20-oz package)
• 3 tablespoons holiday-colored sprinkles or nonpareils
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup holiday-colored candy-coated chocolate candies

PREPARATION

1. Line large rimmed cookie sheet with waxed paper. In large bowl, mix cereal, marshmallows and pretzels.
2. In medium microwavable bowl, microwave candy coating uncovered on High 60 to 90 seconds, stirring after 1 minute, until almost melted. Stir until smooth. Pour onto cereal mixture; mix well.

Full read at https://www.chex.com/recipes/easter-chex-party-mix/?pp=1