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This Fun Charcuterie for Kids is a delightful and interactive way to introduce young ones to a variety of flavors and textures. The colorful assortment of fruits, cheese, and sausages paired with a sweet and creamy fruit dip will surely be a hit at any little girl's party.

Ingredients: 2 cups of sliced strawberries. 1 cup of sliced apples. 1 cup of grapes. 1 cup of baby carrots. 1 cup of pretzel sticks. 1 cup of cheese cubes. 1 cup of mini sausages. 1/2 cup of peanut butter. 1/2 cup of yogurt. 2 tablespoons of honey. 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips. Assorted crackers.

Instructions: Arrange the sliced strawberries, apples, grapes, baby carrots, pretzel sticks, cheese cubes, and mini sausages on a large serving platter or wooden board in a visually appealing manner. In a small bowl, mix peanut butter, yogurt, honey, and chocolate chips to make the fruit dip. Place the fruit dip in a cute bowl in the center of the charcuterie board. Add assorted crackers around the fruit dip for dipping. Encourage the kids to create their own fun combinations by pairing fruits, cheese, and sausages with the dip. Enjoy your delicious and playful charcuterie board!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

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Enjoy the taste of the sea with these five different kinds of mussels, each packed full of flavors from around the world.

Ingredients: 2 pounds fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded. For Pesto Mussels:. - 1/4 cup pesto sauce. - 1 tablespoon olive oil. For Garlic Mussels:. - 4 cloves garlic, minced. - 2 tablespoons butter. For Italiano Mussels:. - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes. - 1/4 cup white wine. - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil. For Buffalo Mussels:. - 1/4 cup buffalo sauce. - 2 tablespoons butter. For Diablo Mussels:. - 1/4 cup marinara sauce. - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley.

Instructions: Put olive oil in a big pot and heat it over medium-low heat. Put in the mussels and pesto sauce. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the mussels open. Throw away any mussels that won't open. Put butter in a different pot and melt it over medium-low heat. For about one minute, until the garlic smells good, add the minced garlic. Put the lid on and cook the mussels for about 5 minutes, until they open. In a pot, mix diced tomatoes, white wine, and basil to make Italiano Mussels. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Add the mussels and cover. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the mussels open. Put butter in a pot and melt it over medium-low heat. Next, add the mussels and cover the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the mussels open. In a pot, mix marinara sauce and red pepper flakes to make Diablo Mussels. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Add the mussels and cover. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the mussels open. If you want, you can serve the mussels hot with fresh herbs on top.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Vacation Home Exchange

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These Easy Shortbread Cookies are a classic favorite that everyone will love. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies that are perfect for any occasion. This recipe is brought to you by This Mom's Confessions.

Ingredients: 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened. 1/2 cup granulated sugar. 2 cups all-purpose flour. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 325F 160C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix; stop as soon as the dough comes together. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together. Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch 1.25 cm thickness. You can use a rolling pin for this step. Use cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Alternatively, you can shape the dough into rounds or squares using your hands. Prick the tops of the cookies with a fork to create a decorative pattern. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. Keep a close eye on them as shortbread cookies can quickly go from golden to overbaked. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once the cookies are completely cooled, store them in an airtight container. They will keep well for several days. Enjoy your homemade Easy Shortbread Cookies!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Padelcob – Club de Padel

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Indulge in the timeless deliciousness of a classic burger, a comfort food favorite that satisfies your cravings.

Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 hamburger buns. 4 slices of cheese optional. Lettuce leaves. Sliced tomatoes. Sliced onions. Ketchup and mustard.

Instructions: Warm up your grill or pan on the stove by setting it on medium-high heat. Shape the ground beef into 4 burger patties that are all the same size. Add salt and pepper to both sides. Put the burger patties on the grill or pan and cook them for four to five minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if you like them more done. Put a slice of cheese on top of each patty in the last minute of cooking and cover to melt. Also, toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster until they are just barely brown while the patties are cooking. Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, then a burger patty, sliced tomatoes, and sliced onions. You can choose to have cheese on the burgers. On the top half of the buns, spread ketchup and mustard. Then, put them on top of the burgers that have been put together. Hot classic burgers with your favorite sides are a great meal. Have fun!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

The Spiritbox

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A delicious and nutritious sandwich featuring mashed chickpeas with flavorful spices, paired with hummus and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!

Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed. 2 tbsp olive oil. 1 tsp cumin. 1 tsp paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 whole grain sandwich buns. 1 cup hummus. 1 large tomato, sliced. 1 cucumber, thinly sliced. 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced. 1 cup mixed salad greens.

Instructions: Using a potato masher or fork, mash the chickpeas in a bowl. To the mashed chickpeas, add olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Blend thoroughly. Toast the sandwich buns lightly after cutting them in half. On each half of the bun, generously spread a layer of hummus. Spoon the seasoned chickpeas over the hummus and divide evenly among the buns. Add cucumber, red onion, tomato slices, and mixed salad greens on top. To assemble the sandwiches, combine the bun halves. Savor your Chickpea Delight Sandwich right away!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

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Indulge in the timeless delight of classic chocolate whoopie pies. Soft, cake-like chocolate cookies filled with a fluffy marshmallow filling – these treats are a nostalgic favorite for all ages.

Ingredients: 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened. 2 cups granulated sugar. 2 large eggs. 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract. 2 cups all-purpose flour. 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder. 1 teaspoon baking powder. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1 cup buttermilk. For the filling:. 1 cup confectioners' sugar. 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened. 1 cup marshmallow fluff. 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract. Pinch of salt.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Drop rounded tablespoons of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies spring back when touched. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. To make the filling, beat together confectioners' sugar, softened butter, marshmallow fluff, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous amount of filling on the flat side of one cookie and sandwich it with another cookie to create a whoopie pie. Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling. Enjoy your classic chocolate whoopie pies!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Alexis Carlson

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This recipe for buttermilk fried chicken makes chicken that is perfectly crispy, flavorful, and tender on the inside. The buttermilk marinade makes sure the meat is juicy and tender, and the seasoned flour coating makes the crust deliciously crunchy.

Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces. 2 cups buttermilk. 1 cup all-purpose flour. 1 teaspoon salt. 1 teaspoon black pepper. 1 teaspoon paprika. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon onion powder. Vegetable oil for frying.

Instructions: Place chicken pieces in a large bowl, pour buttermilk over them, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. In a shallow dish, mix together flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge each piece in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350F 175C. Carefully place chicken pieces in the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry chicken in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes per batch. Transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil before serving.

Prep Time: 240 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Accidental Player

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Satisfy your s'mores cravings with this delightful S'mores Cheesecake Fluff Salad. It combines the classic flavors of s'mores with the creamy goodness of cheesecake. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or any dessert occasion!

Ingredients: 1 cup mini marshmallows. 1 cup graham cracker crumbs. 1 cup milk chocolate chips. 8 oz cream cheese, softened. 1/2 cup powdered sugar. 1/2 cup heavy cream. 1 tsp vanilla extract. 1/4 cup chocolate syrup. 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips for garnish. 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers for garnish.

Instructions: Mix the powdered sugar and softened cream cheese together in a large mixing bowl. Blend until a creamy, smooth consistency is achieved. The heavy cream should be whipped until stiff peaks form in a different mixing bowl. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mixture of cream cheese. Stir in vanilla extract, milk chocolate chips, graham cracker crumbs, and mini marshmallows. Mix thoroughly until fully incorporated. For a marbled effect, drizzle the chocolate syrup over the mixture and gently fold it in. To let the flavors settle, place the fluff salad in the refrigerator for at least an hour. Add some mini chocolate chips and crushed graham crackers as garnish just before serving. Savor the flavor of your S'mores Cheesecake Fluff Salad!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Fair Trade Connections

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Make your own creamy and dairy-free coconut yogurt with just two simple ingredients. This yogurt is perfect for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan. It's incredibly easy to prepare and tastes amazing!

Ingredients: 2 cups of coconut milk. 2 tablespoons of yogurt starter culture.

Instructions: In a saucepan, heat the coconut milk slowly until it reaches 110F 43C. Take the pan off the heat and let it cool down until it reaches about 105F 40C. To make a smooth paste, put 2 tablespoons of the yogurt starter culture and 2 tablespoons of the warmed coconut milk in a small bowl. Mix the paste back into the rest of the coconut milk really well. Put the mix into a glass jar with a lid that is clean and germ-free. For 6 to 8 hours, leave the jar in a warm, dark place with a lid or a cloth on top of it. It will get more sour as it ferments for longer. Once the fermentation time is up, put the coconut yogurt in the fridge for at least 4 hours to cool down and get thick. You can top your tasty coconut yogurt with fresh fruit, honey, nuts, or anything else you like. Have fun!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

Mash Tun

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This simple strawberry and watermelon lemonade is a fruity beverage that will cool you off on a hot summer day.

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Pesto pasta is deliciously easy to make with your favorite pasta, prepared pesto, and plenty of Parmesan cheese. Leftovers make a great lunch!

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These mini fried shrimp spring rolls are addicting and sure to be the hit of the party. Serve with sweet chili sauce for dipping.

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I know this recipe sounds strange, but I can assure you that it makes an incredible, hearty meal! A few days AFTER Thanksgiving, everyone comes over knowing that this will be on the menu. cheesy, delicious, and can feed a large group!

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This pie is sweet, chocolatey, and gooey, just like a chocolate chip cookie in a pie shell. This delicious pie bakes in an hour and has a filling of flour, eggs, sugar, butter, chocolate chunks, and pecans.

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I could never find the right oyster stuffing recipe, so I made my own with bacon, onion, mushrooms, and oysters. It is great with grilled turkey.

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Hearty, colorful, and filling, this skinny soup recipe features a variety of vegetables and flavors to keep you satisfied without ruining your diet.

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It's simple and quick to make ground beef tacos, which are a family favorite. It's great for a dinner during the week or a casual get-together with family and friends.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1 onion, diced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tablespoon chili powder. 1 teaspoon cumin. 1 teaspoon paprika. 1/2 teaspoon oregano. Salt and pepper to taste. 12 small corn tortillas. Taco toppings of your choice e.g., shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, salsa, sour cream.

Instructions: Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-low heat until it turns brown and is fully cooked. Use a spoon to break it up as it cooks. To the skillet with the cooked ground beef, add the minced garlic and diced onion. Cook for another two to three minutes, until the onion gets soft. Add the cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, chili powder, and stir them in. Cook for another minute or two to toast the spices and make sure they cover the meat evenly. You can use a different pan or the microwave to warm up the corn tortillas. Spread some of the seasoned ground beef mixture on each tortilla, and then add your favorite taco toppings on top. Serve right away and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

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