Homemade Peanut Butter Fudge

If you like peanut butter, this homemade peanut butter fudge is a great treat for you. It tastes like peanut butter and is creamy and sweet. You can share it with family and friends or just eat it all by yourself as a sweet treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

Put parchment paper around the edges of a 9x9-inch square baking pan, leaving some overhang to make it easy to take off later

Put the peanut butter and butter in a bowl that can go in the microwave

While stirring every 30 seconds, melt the chocolate in the microwave until it is completely smooth

Adding the vanilla extract and salt to the peanut butter mix will make it taste better

Slowly add the powdered sugar to the mixture and mix it in well until it's all mixed in

Spread the peanut butter fudge mixture out evenly in the pan that has been prepared

Put the fudge in the fridge for at least two hours, or until it sets

When the fudge is set, use the extra parchment paper to lift it out of the pan

Serve the fudge by cutting it into squares

Enjoy the peanut butter fudge you made yourself!

Berry Green Smoothie - Damn Delicious

A refreshing and nutritious smoothie packed with the goodness of spinach, berries, and banana, perfectly balanced with creamy Greek yogurt and almond milk.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup spinach leaves
• 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries
• 1/2 banana
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients in a blender

Blend until smooth and creamy

Pour into glasses and serve immediately

Overflowing Love Charcuterie

Create a charcuterie masterpiece that overflows with love and flavor. This visually stunning charcuterie board combines a variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts for a delightful and indulgent experience.

Ingredients:

• 200g prosciutto
• 150g salami
• 150g chorizo
• 100g brie cheese
• 100g camembert cheese
• 100g blue cheese
• 1/2 cup mixed olives
• 1/2 cup roasted almonds
• 1/2 cup dried apricots
• 1/2 cup grapes
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 baguette
• Fresh rosemary sprigs

Instructions:

Arrange a large wooden board or platter

Fold and drape the prosciutto, salami, and chorizo onto the board in an overflowing fashion

Place chunks of brie, camembert, and blue cheese around the board

Scatter mixed olives, roasted almonds, dried apricots, and grapes throughout the board

Drizzle honey over the cheeses and fruits

Slice the baguette and arrange it on the board

Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs for a fragrant touch

Serve and enjoy this abundant and overflowing charcuterie spread with loved ones!

GF Real Deal Chocolate Chip Cookies

These gluten-free Real Deal Chocolate Chip Cookies are made with almond flour and coconut flour, offering a paleo-friendly twist on a classic treat. They are sweetened with coconut sugar and packed with dairy-free chocolate chips for a deliciously indulgent cookie experience.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
• 3/4 cup coconut sugar
• 6 tablespoons creamy almond butter
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 1/4 cups dairy-free chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper

In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, and salt

In a large bowl, beat together the melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, almond butter, and vanilla extract until creamy

Add the egg to the wet ingredients and mix until fully incorporated

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms

Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough

Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart

Gently flatten each dough mound with the palm of your hand

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

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Turkish Split Pea Stew

A hearty and flavorful Turkish-inspired split pea stew made in the Instant Pot. This vegan and dairy-free recipe are packed with protein and nutrients from split peas and vegetables. It's a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for a chilly evening.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup split yellow peas
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

Run cold water over the split peas and let them drain

Start the Instant Pot and choose the saut setting

Put some olive oil in the Instant Pot and heat it up

Then, add some chopped onion and minced garlic

Saut until the food smells good

Put diced potatoes and carrots in the pot, then add cumin, paprika, and turmeric

Mix well

Add the rinsed split peas and the vegetable broth

Add pepper and salt

Seal the valve and close the Instant Pot's lid

Place the food in the pot and add high pressure

After the cooking time is up, let the pressure drop naturally for 10 minutes

Then, carefully quickly release any pressure that is still there

Take off the lid and stir the stew

If you want the stew to be thicker, you can use an immersion blender to blend it some of the way

Serve hot with chopped fresh parsley on top

Have fun!

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Scones

These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Scones are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate in a crumbly scone. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack with your favorite beverage.

Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy or chunky
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
• 1 large egg
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375F 190C

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs

In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Fold in the chocolate chips

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together

Shape the dough into a circle and cut it into 8 wedges

Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through

Allow the scones to cool on a wire rack before serving

Enjoy your Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Scones!

Savory Sweet Potato Waffles + Chimichurri

These savory sweet potato waffles are a delicious twist on traditional waffles. The addition of grated sweet potatoes, cilantro, and red onion gives them a unique flavor and a hint of sweetness. Top them off with homemade chimichurri sauce for a burst of freshness and tanginess.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups grated sweet potatoes
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• For Chimichurri Sauce:
• 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Follow the directions that came with your waffle iron to get it hot

Grate the sweet potatoes and mix them with the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl

Add the eggs, milk, and olive oil to a different bowl and mix them together using a whisk

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and mix them together until everything is well mixed

Cut up the cilantro, red onion, and Parmesan cheese, and then add them to the bowl

Grease the waffle iron with oil or cooking spray that doesn't stick

Place the waffle iron that has been heated up and the sweet potato waffle batter on it

Follow the maker's instructions for cooking until the waffles are golden and crispy

You can make the chimichurri sauce while the waffles are cooking

Cut up the parsley, cilantro, garlic, red wine vinegar, and olive oil and put them in a bowl

Add pepper and salt to taste

Combine well

When the waffles are done, put a lot of chimichurri sauce on top of them while they are still hot

Cheers to your tasty sweet potato waffles with chimichurri!