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Zucchini Lasagna

5/18/2025

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Zucchini Lasagna

In zucchini lasagna, thinly sliced zucchini are used instead of lasagna noodles to make the traditional Italian dish lighter. This meal is filling and healthy because it has tasty turkey, tomato sauce, and cheeses.

Ingredients:

  • 2 large zucchinis, thinly sliced lengthwise

  • 1 lb ground turkey

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce

  • 1 can 14

  • 5 oz diced tomatoes, drained

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 cups ricotta cheese

  • 1 egg

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 190C 375F


With the heat on medium, cook the onion, garlic, and ground turkey in a skillet until the onion is soft and the turkey is browned


Get rid of extra fat


Basil, oregano, salt, and pepper should all be added now


Let it cook for 10 minutes


Beat the egg and Parmesan cheese together in a bowl


Put zucchini slices, turkey mixture, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese in a 9x13-inch baking dish that has been greased


Repeat the layers, and then put mozzarella cheese on top to finish


Put foil over it and bake for 45 minutes


After that, take the lid off and bake for 15 more minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown


Give it 10 minutes to cool down before you serve it


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The Best Soft Homemade Oreos

5/16/2025

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The Best Soft Homemade Oreos

Enjoy these delicious soft homemade Oreos. These cookies have a rich chocolate flavor and a creamy filling that makes them an irresistible treat.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup butter, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar for rolling

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 cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and flour together in a different bowl using a whisk


Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients one at a time until a soft dough forms


Put the dough in the fridge for at least an hour with the lid on


Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up


Put parchment paper on the bottom of a baking sheet


Make 1-inch balls out of the dough


Cover all of each ball with powdered sugar by rolling it in it


Spread the dough balls out on the baking sheet that has been prepared, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one


Press down on each dough ball a little with your palm or the bottom of a glass


Put the cookies in an oven that is already hot for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are set but 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 down


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Gluten-Free Vegan Onion Patties

5/14/2025

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Gluten-Free Vegan Onion Patties

These gluten-free and vegan onion patties are a delicious and satisfying snack or side dish. Packed with flavor from the onions and spices, they're perfect for anyone following a gluten-free or vegan diet.

Ingredients:

  • 2 large onions, finely chopped

  • 1 cup chickpea flour

  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander

  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

  • Salt to taste

  • Black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, for cooking

Instructions:

Fill a small bowl with water and mix the ground flaxseed in it


Let it sit for 5 minutes so it can thicken and turn into a gel-like substance


Put the chopped onions, chickpea flour, flaxseed mixture that has been soaked, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl


Mix until everything is well mixed and a dough forms


Cut the dough into little pieces and form them into patties


Set a pan on medium heat and add the olive oil


In the pan, cook the onion patties for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and fully cooked


When the patties are done, take them out of the pan and put them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any extra oil


You can eat the gluten-free vegan onion patties by themselves or with your favorite dipping sauce


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Keto Angel Food Cake

5/12/2025

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Keto Angel Food Cake

A light and fluffy angel food cake made with keto-friendly ingredients, perfect for those following the Keto, GAPS, or Paleo diets.

Ingredients:

  • 12 large egg whites

  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

  • 1 cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

  • 1 cup almond flour

  • 1/4 cup coconut flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C


In a large bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form


Gradually add the powdered sweetener, vanilla extract, and almond extract while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form


In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt


Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg white mixture until fully combined


Transfer the batter into an ungreased angel food cake pan


Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cake springs back when touched


Remove from the oven and immediately invert the pan onto a wire rack to cool completely


Once cooled, run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake, then carefully remove it from the pan


Slice and serve with your favorite keto-friendly toppings


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Easy Chicken and Dumplings

5/10/2025

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Easy Chicken and Dumplings

This easy slow cooker chicken and dumplings recipe is perfect for a comforting and hearty meal. Tender chicken, savory vegetables, and fluffy dumplings cooked to perfection in a creamy broth.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 2 cans 10

  • 5 oz each condensed cream of chicken soup

  • 1 can 14

  • 5 oz low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 3 carrots, sliced

  • 3 stalks celery, sliced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 cup frozen peas

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 2 tbsp butter, melted

Instructions:

Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker


Add cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper


Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender


Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred with two forks


Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker


In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt


Stir in milk and melted butter to form a thick dough


Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the slow cooker


Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, until dumplings are cooked through and fluffy


Stir in frozen peas and let cook for an additional 5 minutes


Serve hot and enjoy!


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Slow Cooker Chicken Quinoa Soup

10/16/2024

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Slow Cooker Chicken Quinoa Soup

This hearty and healthy soup is great for busy women who are trying to lose weight. This hearty soup is full of healthy vegetables and protein from the chicken and quinoa. It will keep you full and on track with your goals.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chopped

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed

  • 4 carrots, diced

  • 3 celery stalks, diced

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • 1 tsp dried rosemary

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

Chop the chicken and put it in a slow cooker with the quinoa, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, chicken broth, thyme, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper


Set the cooker to low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours


Remove the lid and cook until the chicken is done and the vegetables are soft


Check the seasoning and make changes if needed


Serve hot with fresh parsley on top


Leftovers can be kept in the fridge for up to 4 days in a container that doesn't let air in


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Keto Pumpkin Soup

10/14/2024

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Keto Pumpkin Soup

This pumpkin soup is great for celebrating fall because it is warm and comforting. It's smooth, tasty, and full of spices that are in season.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups pumpkin puree

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

Put olive oil in a pot and heat it over medium-low heat


Add the minced garlic and cook until it smells good


Add the ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, pumpkin puree, and chicken broth and mix well


Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring every now and then


Add the heavy cream and stir it in


Simmer for five more minutes


Add pepper and salt to taste


If you want, you can serve it hot with a drizzle of cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg on top


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Vegan Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Spinach

10/12/2024

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Vegan Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Spinach

This vegan grilled cheese sandwich with spinach is a delightful twist on a classic comfort food. The combination of gooey vegan cheese and fresh spinach nestled between crispy whole grain bread makes for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

  • 8 slices of whole grain bread

  • 1 cup vegan cheese shreds

  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves

  • 2 tbsp vegan butter

Instructions:

On one side of each piece of bread, spread vegan butter


Spread vegan cheese shreds out evenly on the side that isn't buttered of 4 slices


Put spinach leaves on top of the cheese


Place the last few slices of bread on top, buttered side facing out


Set a skillet that doesn't stick on medium heat


It will take about 34 minutes on each side to cook the sandwiches until they are golden brown and crispy


Take it off the heat and let it cool a bit before serving


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Slow Cooker Thai-Style Chicken

10/10/2024

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Slow Cooker Thai-Style Chicken

This slow cooker Thai-style chicken is super simple to make and packed with flavor! Tender chicken breasts are cooked in a rich and creamy coconut curry sauce with hints of red curry paste, soy sauce, and lime juice.

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

  • 1 onion, thinly sliced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 can 14 oz coconut milk

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste

  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions:

Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker


In a mixing bowl, combine red bell pepper, onion, garlic, coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, red curry paste, fish sauce, lime juice, ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes


Mix well


Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker


Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and tender


Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks


Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed


Serve the Thai-style chicken over cooked rice, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves


Enjoy!


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Christmas Eve Creamy Crockpot Hot Chocolate

10/7/2024

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Christmas Eve Creamy Crockpot Hot Chocolate

Indulge in a rich and creamy hot chocolate perfect for Christmas Eve gatherings. This slow cooker recipe allows you to effortlessly prepare a decadent treat for your loved ones, leaving you with more time to enjoy the festive season.

Ingredients:

  • 8 cups whole milk

  • 2 cups heavy cream

  • 1 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk

  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Whipped cream, for topping

  • Mini marshmallows, for topping

  • Chocolate shavings, for topping

Instructions:

Add vanilla extract, semisweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk to a slow cooker


It should be full


Make sure to stir everything together well


Put a lid on top and cook on low for two hours, stirring every now and then


If you add chocolate chips to hot chocolate after it's hot, it's ready to serve


Add whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and chocolate shavings to the top of the hot chocolate in the mugs


Enjoy while hot!


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