Mango Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

These Mango Shrimp Lettuce Wraps are a delightful combination of sweet mango, succulent shrimp, and crunchy veggies, all wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves. The marinade adds a perfect blend of flavors to make this a quick and healthy stir-fry recipe.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 mangoes, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 head iceberg lettuce, leaves separated for wraps
• Sesame seeds and chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

To make the marinade, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a bowl

Transfer the shrimp to a ziplock bag and cover them with half of the marinade

After sealing the bag, let it marinate for 15 to 30 minutes in the fridge

Vegetable oil should be heated over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok

When the garlic is fragrant, add the minced garlic and saut it for about 30 seconds

When the shrimp are pink and opaque, add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook for two to three minutes on each side

Take out of the skillet and reserve the cooked shrimp

Add the sliced red onion and bell pepper to the same skillet

Stir-fry until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes

Pour the remaining marinade over the mango and vegetables after adding the diced mango to the skillet

Stir-fry for a further two to three minutes

To serve, top a lettuce leaf with a spoonful of the mango and vegetable mixture, cooked shrimp, and chopped cilantro and sesame seeds

If necessary, secure the lettuce leaf with toothpicks as you wrap it around the filling

Savor your Lettuce Wraps with Mango Shrimp!

Vegan Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

These Vegan Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars are a delightful treat combining the flavors of caramel, apples, and oats. Perfect for a cozy dessert or snack, they're sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while being completely vegan-friendly.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups oats
• 1 cup dates, pitted
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 4 apples, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts optional

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

In a food processor, blend oats, dates, almond butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until a sticky dough forms

Press 2/3 of the dough into the bottom of a lined baking dish to form the crust

In a bowl, toss sliced apples with coconut sugar, lemon juice, and salt

Arrange apple slices evenly over the crust

Crumble the remaining dough over the apples, pressing lightly

Sprinkle chopped nuts on top if desired

Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown

Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars

Drizzle with vegan salted caramel sauce before serving

Gluten-Free Apple Skillet Cake with Rosemary Crumb, Honey, and Jam

This gluten-free skillet cake has the comforting flavors of apple and rosemary. It is sweetened with honey and has a delicious crumb topping on top. It's great for a cozy afternoon snack or a special dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1/2 cup coconut flour
• 1/2 cup coconut sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons honey, for drizzling
• 1/4 cup jam apple or your preferred flavor

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C

Grease a 10-inch skillet with coconut oil

In a large bowl, mix together almond flour, coconut flour, coconut sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon

Add melted coconut oil, eggs, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients

Mix until well combined

Spread the batter evenly in the prepared skillet

Arrange the sliced apples on top of the batter in a circular pattern

In a small bowl, mix together chopped rosemary and coconut sugar

Sprinkle this mixture over the apples

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean

Once baked, drizzle honey over the top of the cake and let it cool slightly

Serve slices of the skillet cake with a dollop of jam on the side

Enjoy!

Homemade Spinach Artichoke Hummus - Naughty Nutrition

Naughty Nutrition's Homemade Spinach Artichoke Hummus is a delectable take on traditional hummus. Brimming with the flavor and texture of fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, and chickpeas, this dip is ideal for entertaining or as a light snack. Cayenne pepper can be used to adjust the heat level, and Parmesan cheese can add more flavor. It's a filling and healthful choice for any situation.

Ingredients:

• 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
• 1/2 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for some heat
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, for extra flavor
• 2 tablespoons water adjust for desired consistency
• Extra olive oil and paprika for garnish

Instructions:

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, spinach, artichoke hearts, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using

Blend until smooth, adding water gradually until the desired creamy consistency is achieved

If using Parmesan cheese, add it to the mixture and blend again until well combined

Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed

Transfer the spinach artichoke hummus to a serving bowl

Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika for garnish

Serve with your favorite veggies, pita bread, or crackers

Enjoy your homemade spinach artichoke hummus!

Enchilada Pan

This is a quick and easy way to feed a family that is hungry. The chicken and cheese inside these enchiladas are very tasty, and they are covered in enchilada sauce and baked until they are done. They're liked by everyone!

Ingredients:

• 8 flour tortillas
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 can 14 oz enchilada sauce
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375F 190C

In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, half of the cheddar cheese, half of the Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, green onions, black olives, diced tomatoes, cilantro, ground cumin, and chili powder

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Mix everything until well combined

Take each flour tortilla and spoon the chicken mixture onto the center

Roll up the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in a greased baking dish

Pour the enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, spreading it evenly

Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving

Garnish with additional cilantro if desired, and serve hot

Rum Raisin Ice Cream CPA

Indulge in the creamy richness of homemade rum raisin ice cream, with plump raisins soaked in dark rum adding a boozy sweetness to each delightful spoonful. Perfect for Certified Pastry Aficionados craving a sophisticated frozen treat!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup dark rum
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

In a small bowl, soak raisins in rum for at least two hours or overnight

Make sure the raisins get big

Heavy cream, milk, and half of the sugar should be mixed together in a medium saucepan

Mix it and heat it over medium-low heat until it starts to steam, but not boil

Whisk the egg yolks and the rest of the sugar together in a different bowl until the mixture is pale and a little thicker

As you keep whisking, slowly pour about half a cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks

This will temper the eggs

Put the egg mixture back into the pan with the rest of the cream mixture

Keep stirring the mixture over low heat until it gets thick enough to coat the back of a spoon

Now take it off the heat and mix in the vanilla extract

Allow to cool to room temperature, then cover and put in the fridge until very cold, preferably overnight

Once the ice cream base is cold, use an ice cream maker and follow the directions on the box

In the last few minutes of churning, add the raisins that have been soaked in rum along with any extra rum that you still have

Put the ice cream that has been churned into a container that can go in the freezer

Freeze it until it is firm, preferably overnight

If you want, you can serve rum-raisin ice cream with extra raisins that have been soaked in rum on top

Mini Grilled Cheese Burger

A tasty change from the usual cheeseburger are these Mini Grilled Cheese Burgers. They are hard to resist because they have juicy burger patties, melty cheese, and a special burger sauce. Great for parties or a fun dinner during the week!

Ingredients:

• 8 mini hamburger buns
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 8 slices American cheese
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon mustard
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Butter for grilling

Instructions:

Set your grill or griddle on the stove to medium-high heat

Put the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl

Make 8 small burger patties by mixing the ingredients well

Put the burger patties on the grill and cook them for four to five minutes on each side, or until they're done the way you like them

Butter the inside of the mini hamburger buns and split them in half while the burgers are cooking

For a few minutes, toast them on the grill until they get a little brown

When the burgers are almost done, put a piece of American cheese on top of each one and let it melt

To make the burger sauce, mix the mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard in a small bowl

Spread some sauce on the bottom half of each bun to start putting the mini grilled cheese burgers together

After putting a cheeseburger patty on top of the sauce, sprinkle some shredded cheddar cheese on top of that

Put the other half of the bun on top

Once the burgers are all put together, put them back on the grill for one or two minutes, then remove

Warm up your mini cheeseburgers on the grill and enjoy them!

Roasted Chicken and Red Wine Sauce

The roasted chicken in this recipe is soft, and the red wine sauce is rich and full of flavor. The two flavors go well together. It's a beautiful dish that will impress your guests and make any meal more enjoyable.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 400F 200C

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper

Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat

Add the chicken breasts and sear until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through

Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the chicken to a plate

Cover with foil to keep warm

Place the skillet back on the stove over medium heat

Add minced garlic and shallot, saut until fragrant

Deglaze the skillet with red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan

Add chicken broth and simmer until the sauce is reduced by half, about 5-7 minutes

Stir in butter until melted and the sauce is smooth

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve the roasted chicken with the red wine sauce drizzled over the top

Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs

Pair with a glass of your favorite red wine

Enjoy!

Almond Peach Squares

These Almond Peach Squares are a delightful treat combining the flavors of almonds and peach preserves in a buttery, crumbly crust. Perfect for snacking or serving at parties!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup peach preserves
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C

Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it

Melt the butter and mix it with the sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy

Add the almond extract and mix well

Slowly add the all-purpose flour and mix it in until it's well blended

Fill the baking dish with two-thirds of the dough

Press it into an even layer at the bottom of the dish

Spread the peach jam on top of the dough in the baking dish

Break up the rest of the dough and sprinkle it on top of the peach preserves

Spread the sliced almonds out over the top

After the oven is hot, bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden

Let the almond peach squares cool all the way in the baking dish before you cut them into squares

Serve and have fun!

Healthy Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins

These Healthy Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins are a delightful treat that combines the goodness of pumpkin and dark chocolate while keeping it nutritious with whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt. Perfect for a guilt-free indulgence!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup oats
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips optional

Instructions:

Warm your oven up to 350 F 175C and put paper liners in a muffin tin

Mix the honey or maple syrup, Greek yogurt, pumpkin puree, and cocoa powder together in a large bowl until everything is well mixed

Mix the ground flaxseed, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a different bowl using a whisk

Stir the wet and dry ingredients together until they are just combined

You can add the dark chocolate chips if you want to

Fill up about two thirds of the way to the top of each muffin cup with batter

After the oven is hot, bake the muffins for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean

First, let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes

Then, move them to a wire rack to cool completely

As a tasty and healthy snack, enjoy your healthy chocolate pumpkin muffins!

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in the perfect combination of peanut butter and chocolate with these delightful cookies! They're soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips, making them a true peanut butter lover's treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and sugar until well blended

Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth

Stir in the baking soda and a pinch of salt

Fold in the chocolate chips

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls

Place them on the prepared baking sheet

Gently flatten each dough ball with a fork, making a crisscross pattern

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely