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These adorable Cinnamon Spritz Owl Cookies are a delightful treat for kids and adults alike. The buttery, cinnamon-infused dough is pressed into cute owl shapes and adorned with candy eyes, mini chocolate chips, and colorful sugar crystals. They're perfect for parties, holidays, or just as a fun baking project with your loved ones.

Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened. 3/4 cup granulated sugar. 1 large egg. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1/4 teaspoon salt. Candy eyes for decoration. Mini chocolate chips for decoration. Colored sugar crystals for decoration.

Instructions: Melt the butter and mix it with the sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix them in well. Mix the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and salt together in a different bowl using a whisk. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients one at a time until a dough forms. Turn on your oven and heat it up to 375F 190C. Add a disc in the shape of an owl to a cookie press. Put the dough into the cookie press and press the cookies onto baking sheets that have not been greased. Press two candy eyes, a mini chocolate chip for the beak, and colored sugar crystals for the feathers into each owl. For 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden, bake the cookies. Let the cookies cool for two minutes on the baking sheets before moving them to wire racks to cool all the way. After the Cinnamon Spritz Owl Cookies have cooled, put them in a container that won't let air in.

Bentley H

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There is a lot of plant-based protein and healthy ingredients in these vegan peanut butter protein bars. They're great as a snack on the go or as fuel after a workout.

Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats. 1/2 cup almond flour. 1/2 cup vegan protein powder. 1/4 cup maple syrup. 1/4 cup peanut butter. 1/4 cup almond milk. 1/4 cup chopped almonds. 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips.

Instructions: Roll out the oats, add the almond flour, and mix in the vegan protein powder in a large bowl. Soy milk, peanut butter, and maple syrup should be added. Mix everything together well. Add the dark chocolate chips and chopped almonds. Spread the mixture out evenly and pack it down in a baking dish that has been lined with parchment paper. For at least two hours, until firm, put in the fridge. Cut into bars and store in a container that won't let air in once it's set.

Dale G

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This Asian Shrimp Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish with a zesty Ginger Sesame Dressing. It's perfect for a light and healthy meal.

Ingredients: 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined. 6 cups mixed salad greens. 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced. 1 cucumber, thinly sliced. 1 carrot, shredded. 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint. 1/4 cup chopped peanuts. 2 tablespoons sesame seeds. 1/4 cup soy sauce. 2 tablespoons rice vinegar. 2 tablespoons sesame oil. 1 tablespoon honey. 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional.

Instructions: Put the salad greens, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, cilantro, mint, peanuts, and sesame seeds in a large bowl. If you want, you can add red pepper flakes or whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a different bowl. This is what you'll dress in. Put the shrimp that has been cooked in the salad bowl. Pour the dressing over the shrimp and salad. Spread the dressing over everything and toss it together until it's well covered. Serve right away and enjoy!

Tara E

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This Sweetcorn Red Lentil & Coconut Chowder is a comforting and flavorful vegan soup that combines the sweetness of corn, the earthiness of red lentils, and the creaminess of coconut milk, seasoned with aromatic spices.

Ingredients: 1 cup red lentils. 1 cup sweetcorn kernels. 1 can 400ml coconut milk. 1 onion, diced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 red bell pepper, diced. 1 carrot, diced. 1 tbsp curry powder. 1 tsp ground cumin. 1 tsp ground coriander. 4 cups vegetable broth. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tbsp olive oil.

Instructions: In a big pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Cut up the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and carrot into small pieces. About 5 minutes of cooking will soften the food. Grains of cumin, coriander, and curry powder should be added. If it smells good, stir for one minute. Coconut milk, vegetable broth, and red lentils should all be added. Bring up the temperature. Turn down the heat and let the lentils simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, until they are soft. Add pepper and salt to taste. If you want, you can serve it hot and top it with chopped cilantro or parsley.

Naomi C

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A delicious and nutritious fall salad filled with the flavors of the season. The combination of quinoa, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, and maple seed clusters makes this salad a perfect choice for autumn gatherings. The maple syrup dressing adds a touch of sweetness to balance the earthy flavors.

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained. 2 cups water. 2 cups mixed greens kale, spinach, arugula. 1 cup roasted butternut squash, cubed. 1/2 cup dried cranberries. 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped. 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds. 1/4 cup sunflower seeds. 1/4 cup pure maple syrup. 1/4 cup olive oil. 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Mix quinoa and water in a saucepan. It should boil first, then you should turn down the heat, cover, and let it cook for 15 minutes. Take it off the heat and let it cool down. To make the dressing, mix the apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl with a whisk. The cooked quinoa, mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans should all be put in a large salad bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together. Mix pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and a little maple syrup in a separate small bowl. This will make the maple seed clusters. Add the clusters of maple seeds to the salad to make it crunchier and sweeter. Serve right away or put in the fridge to eat later. Have fun!

Leo Simpson

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A delightful dip that tastes just like mint chocolate chip cookie dough. It's creamy, sweet, and perfect for dipping cookies or fruit.

Ingredients: 1 package 8 ounces cream cheese, softened. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened. 1 cup powdered sugar. 2 tablespoons brown sugar. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract. 1 cup mini chocolate chips. Green food coloring optional.

Instructions: Cream cheese and butter should be mixed together in a bowl until they are smooth and creamy. Sugar powder, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract should all be added. Mix everything together well. If you want, you can add green food coloring and mini chocolate chips and mix until everything is evenly spread out. Put it in the fridge for at least an hour before you serve it. You can dip cookies, pretzels, or fruit in it.

Alexis

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Indulge in the ultimate cookie experience with these Brown Butter White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies. The rich flavor of brown butter, the sweetness of white chocolate, and the crunch of macadamia nuts come together in perfect harmony.

Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter. 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1 cup packed brown sugar. 1/2 cup granulated sugar. 1 large egg. 1 egg yolk. 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. 1 cup white chocolate chips. 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet. Melt the butter over medium-low heat in a saucepan. Keep cooking and stirring the butter often until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. Take it off the heat and let it cool down a bit. Mix the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl using a whisk. Put the brown sugar and white sugar in a different large bowl and mix them together. Add the brown butter to the sugar mixture and mix it well with a whisk. Mix the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar. Mix the ingredients with a whisk until they are smooth and creamy. Slowly add the dry flour mixture to the wet ones, stirring only until everything is just combined. The chopped macadamia nuts and white chocolate chips should be carefully mixed in. Place spoonfuls of dough on the baking sheet that has been prepared, leaving space between them. Put it in an oven that is already hot and bake it for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the middle is still soft. After taking the cookies out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way. The cookies are ready to eat once they have cooled down.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10-12

Cooper Bentley

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A bright and refreshing drink that combines the sweet and sour tastes of blueberries and lemon with the soft floral notes of lavender. Vodka is added for extra kick.

Ingredients: 1 cup blueberries. 2 tablespoons dried lavender buds. 1 cup sugar. 1 cup water. 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice. 2 cups vodka. 4 cups sparkling water. Ice cubes. Lemon slices and fresh blueberries for garnish.

Instructions: In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, lavender buds, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard solids and let the syrup cool completely. In a large pitcher, combine the blueberry lavender syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice, vodka, and sparkling water. Stir well to mix. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the blueberry lavender hard lemonade over the ice. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh blueberries. Serve chilled. Enjoy responsibly!

Agatha P

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A traditional Italian dish with creamy cannellini beans and tender escarole in a fragrant broth flavored with Parmesan and garlic.

Ingredients: 1 head escarole, chopped. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 15 oz cannellini beans, drained and rinsed. 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth. Salt and pepper to taste. 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional. Grated Parmesan cheese for serving.

Instructions: In a big skillet over medium heat, warm up the olive oil. Garlic powder should be added and sauted until aromatic. Cook the chopped escarole in the skillet until it wilts. Add the broth and cannellini beans, then simmer for ten to fifteen minutes. If preferred, add red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper for seasoning. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot.

Hazel Myers