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These Air Fryer Crescent Roll Cheese Sticks are a delicious and easy snack or appetizer. They're crispy on the outside and gooey with melted cheese on the inside. Perfect for dipping in marinara sauce or your favorite condiment!

Ingredients: 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough. 4 mozzarella string cheese sticks. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes.

Instructions: Preheat your air fryer to 350F 175C. Separate the crescent roll dough into triangles. Place one mozzarella string cheese stick at the wide end of each triangle. Roll up the crescent dough around the cheese stick, sealing the edges. Brush the crescent rolls with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder and dried parsley flakes. Place the rolls in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 6-8 minutes, turning halfway through, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Tucker

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Indulge in the timeless delight of classic homemade donuts. These sweet treats are perfect for breakfast or snacking.

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour. 1/2 cup granulated sugar. 2 tsp baking powder. 1/2 tsp salt. 2/3 cup milk. 2 large eggs. 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted. 1 tsp vanilla extract. Vegetable oil for frying. 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze. 2-3 tbsp milk for glaze. 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for glaze.

Instructions: Mix flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt together in a mixing bowl. Mix the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Once a dough forms, pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir. Place the dough onto a surface dusted with flour and roll it out to a thickness of 1/2 inch. To cut out donuts, use a donut cutter or a round cookie cutter. Next, cut out the centers with a smaller cutter. Preheat 350F 175C vegetable oil in a deep fryer. Fry the donuts carefully in batches for two to three minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Using a slotted spoon, remove the donuts and set them on a plate covered with paper towels to remove excess oil. To make the glaze, whisk together milk, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar in a separate bowl. Using a wire rack to cool, dip each donut into the glaze, allowing any excess to fall off. After the glaze has set, savor your traditional donuts!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Danielle

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These Skinny Kale Burgers are a healthy and tasty choice for lunch or dinner because they are full of healthy foods like kale and chickpeas. They're simple to make and great for vegetarians or anyone who wants to eat more plant-based foods.

Ingredients: 1 cup finely chopped kale. 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed. 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1/4 cup finely chopped onion. 1 clove garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. 1/2 teaspoon cumin. Salt and pepper to taste. Whole wheat burger buns.

Instructions: In a food processor, pulse the kale until finely chopped. Add chickpeas to the food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Transfer the kale and chickpea mixture to a mixing bowl. Add breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Form the mixture into burger patties. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the burgers for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Serve the burgers on whole wheat buns with your favorite toppings.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Levi

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A refreshing and oil-free vegan Italian pasta salad bursting with fresh flavors from cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil, all tossed in a tangy balsamic-Dijon dressing.

Ingredients: 8 oz whole grain pasta. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1 cup cucumber, diced. 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped. 1/4 cup black olives, sliced. 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped. 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar. 1 tbsp Dijon mustard. 1 clove garlic, minced. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Cook pasta according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water and drain. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and fresh basil. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over the pasta salad and toss until well coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with additional basil if desired before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ellen Delgado

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Peppermint Rice Krispies Snowball Treats are delightful and festive no-bake cookies that combine the classic crunch of Rice Krispies with the refreshing flavor of peppermint. These adorable snowball treats are perfect for holiday gatherings and adding a touch of winter magic to your dessert table.

Ingredients: 4 cups mini marshmallows. 3 tablespoons unsalted butter. 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract. 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal. 1 cup crushed candy canes. 1/2 cup white chocolate chips.

Instructions: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the mini marshmallows and unsalted butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring in between. Stir in the peppermint extract. Add the Rice Krispies cereal to the marshmallow mixture and gently fold until well combined. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then gently fold in the crushed candy canes. Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into compact balls by hand. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the Rice Krispies balls. Sprinkle additional crushed candy canes on top of the white chocolate drizzle for decoration. Allow the treats to set at room temperature or place them in the refrigerator for faster cooling. Once the treats are set, they are ready to be enjoyed!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Adrian Lawson

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Create a delicious and visually appealing charcuterie platter with a variety of cured meats, cheeses, and accompaniments. Perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying a special evening at home.

Ingredients: 150g Prosciutto. 150g Salami. 150g Chorizo. 150g Brie cheese. 150g Camembert cheese. 150g Gouda cheese. 1/2 cup olives. 1/2 cup pickles. 1/2 cup grapes. 1/2 cup dried figs. 1/4 cup honey. 1/4 cup Dijon mustard. Crackers or baguette slices.

Instructions: Set out the Chorizo, Salami, and Prosciutto on a platter to serve. Put the Brie, Camembert, and Gouda cheeses on the platter and cut them into small pieces. To make the platter more interesting, add olives, pickles, grapes, and dried figs. Dip your bread in honey and Dijon mustard, which should be in separate small bowls. Along with the charcuterie, put crackers or baguette slices. Serve and have fun!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Julian Kennedy

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This Vegan Caramel Apple Crumble Tart is a delightful twist on the classic apple pie, featuring tender apples coated in luscious vegan caramel sauce and topped with a crispy oat crumble. It's a perfect dessert for any occasion, and it's sure to please vegans and non-vegans alike!

Ingredients: 6 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced. 1/2 cup vegan caramel sauce. 1 cup all-purpose flour. 1/2 cup rolled oats. 1/2 cup brown sugar. 1/2 cup vegan butter, cold and cubed. 1 teaspoon cinnamon. 1/4 teaspoon salt.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375F 190C. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with the vegan caramel sauce until evenly coated. Transfer the coated apples into a tart pan. In another bowl, mix together the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cubed vegan butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, mix the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the apples in the tart pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Vegan Caramel Apple Crumble Tart!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Gia

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These delectable and festive Eggnog Sugar Cookies are the ideal holiday treat. These soft and chewy cookies with the warm flavors of eggnog and a hint of nutmeg will leave you wanting more. They are simple to make and delicious to share with family and friends.

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour. 1 teaspoon baking powder. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1 cup unsalted butter, softened. 1 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 cup eggnog. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1 large egg. 1/2 teaspoon rum extract optional. For the icing:. 2 cups powdered sugar. 3-4 tablespoons eggnog. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pinch of ground nutmeg.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground nutmeg, and salt. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggnog, vanilla extract, egg, and rum extract if using to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie. Flatten each dough ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. For the icing, whisk together the powdered sugar, eggnog, vanilla extract, and a pinch of ground nutmeg until smooth. Once the cookies have cooled, drizzle or spread the icing on top of each cookie. Sprinkle additional ground nutmeg on top of the icing for extra flavor and decoration. Allow the icing to set before serving the cookies. Enjoy your delicious Eggnog Sugar Cookies!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Cara Horton