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A refreshing Miami-style twist on the classic cocktail, perfect for sipping by the beach or poolside.

Ingredients: 2 oz rum. 1/2 oz fresh lime juice. 1/2 oz simple syrup. 3-4 fresh mint leaves. Club soda.

Instructions: In a cocktail shaker, muddle mint leaves with lime juice and simple syrup. Add rum and ice, then shake well. Strain into a highball glass filled with ice. Top off with club soda. Garnish with a sprig of mint. Enjoy!

Vincent Griffin

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A delightful and healthy dessert featuring the classic combination of strawberries and rhubarb, topped with a crispy almond flour and coconut topping. This vegan, paleo, and AIP-friendly recipe is perfect for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking for a wholesome treat.

Ingredients: 4 cups sliced strawberries. 4 cups sliced rhubarb. 1/4 cup maple syrup. 1 tbsp arrowroot powder. 1 cup almond flour. 1/2 cup shredded coconut. 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted. 1/4 cup maple syrup. 1/2 tsp cinnamon. Pinch of salt.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C. In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, sliced rhubarb, 1/4 cup maple syrup, and arrowroot powder. Mix well to coat the fruit evenly. Transfer the fruit mixture to a baking dish, spreading it out evenly. In another bowl, combine the almond flour, shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, 1/4 cup maple syrup, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix until crumbly. Spread the almond flour mixture evenly over the fruit in the baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Devin K

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These vegan black bean sweet potato burrito bowls are bursting with flavor and nutrition. Roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, quinoa or rice, and corn are topped with a tangy and slightly spicy raspberry chipotle sauce. It's a wholesome and satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked black beans. 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1 teaspoon chili powder. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice. 1 cup corn kernels. 1 avocado, sliced. 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1/4 cup chopped red onion. 1/4 cup chopped scallions. 1/2 cup raspberries. 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. 1 tablespoon maple syrup. 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400F 200C. In a bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly crispy. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the raspberry chipotle sauce. In a blender, combine raspberries, chipotle peppers, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar. Blend until smooth. Once the sweet potatoes are done, assemble the bowls by dividing the cooked quinoa or rice, black beans, roasted sweet potatoes, corn, avocado slices, cilantro, red onion, and scallions among serving bowls. Drizzle the raspberry chipotle sauce over the burrito bowls. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Dylan Weeks

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You can make this recipe without a smoker and still get the smoky flavor of traditional smoked chicken. When you mix smoked paprika with other spices, you get a thick, flavorful coating for the chicken thighs.

Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 2 teaspoons smoked paprika. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon onion powder. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken thighs. Place chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F 75C. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tyson H

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This recipe for Easy Vegan Chorizo puts a plant-based spin on the traditional Spanish sausage. Made with aromatic spices and crumbled tofu, it's a tasty and adaptable vegan option.

Ingredients: 1 block extra-firm tofu, crumbled. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 small onion, finely chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tablespoon tomato paste. 1 tablespoon soy sauce. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/2 teaspoon chili powder. 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, saut until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add crumbled tofu to the skillet, stirring occasionally, cook until tofu begins to brown, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, soy sauce, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, and dried oregano. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and serve hot. Enjoy as a filling for tacos, burritos, or breakfast scrambles!

Kevin R

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Perfect for any occasion, these delicious and buttery thumbprint cookies are filled with tangy red currant jam.

Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened. 2/3 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. 2 cups all-purpose flour. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1/2 cup red currant jam. Powdered sugar, for dusting.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract. Add the flour and salt, and mix until just combined. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet. Make an indentation in the center of each cookie using your thumb or the back of a teaspoon. Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of red currant jam. Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

Miranda Nelson

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In this simple one-pot dish, tender baby potatoes are cooked with savory bratwurst sausages in a tasty sauce made from chicken broth, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard. This dish is great for busy days because it's hearty and comforting.

Ingredients: 4 large bratwurst sausages. 1 lb baby potatoes, halved. 1 onion, sliced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 cup chicken broth. 1/4 cup soy sauce. 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard. 1 tablespoon brown sugar. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Place halved baby potatoes, sliced onion, and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add bratwurst sausages on top of the potatoes and onions. In a mixing bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour the sauce mixture over the brats and potatoes in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are tender and the brats are cooked through. Once done, serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Haley Woods

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These Halibut Soft Tacos are a perfect combination of smoky grilled fish and fresh, crisp toppings. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, they're ideal for a quick and tasty BBQ meal.

Ingredients: 1 lb halibut fillets. 2 tbsp olive oil. 1 tsp smoked paprika. 1 tsp cumin. 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 8 small flour tortillas. 1 cup shredded cabbage. 1/2 cup diced tomatoes. 1/4 cup chopped red onion. 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. 1 avocado, sliced. Lime wedges for serving.

Instructions: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a marinade. Brush the halibut fillets with the marinade on both sides. Place the marinated halibut on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. While the halibut is grilling, warm the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side. Once the halibut is cooked, flake it into chunks with a fork. Assemble the tacos by placing halibut chunks on each tortilla, then top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and avocado slices. Serve the tacos with lime wedges for squeezing over the top. Enjoy these delicious and easy-to-make halibut soft tacos!

Kale S

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This BBQ Pizza Margherita Sandwich combines the flavors of a classic Margherita pizza with the smokiness of BBQ sauce, all packed between two slices of crusty ciabatta bread. It's a delightful twist on a traditional sandwich that's sure to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients: 2 slices of ciabatta bread. 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce. 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese. 2 slices tomato. Fresh basil leaves. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Preheat a panini press or grill. Spread BBQ sauce on one side of each slice of ciabatta bread. Layer mozzarella cheese slices, tomato slices, and fresh basil leaves on one slice of bread. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place the other slice of bread on top to form a sandwich. Grill the sandwich in the panini press or on the grill until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving. Slice the sandwich in half if desired and enjoy!

Damien D