Sunday, December 15, 2024

Sweet & Spicy Sweet Potato Fries



These sweet and spicy sweet potato fries taste great and are better for you than regular fries. They're great as a snack or side dish!

Ingredients:

  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 425F 220C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet

Combine sweet potato fries in a large bowl

Add olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper

Toss the fries until they are well covered

Arrange the fries on the baking sheet in a single layer

Flip the fries over every 25 to 30 minutes while baking until they are golden and crispy

Take it out of the oven and drip some maple syrup over it

Add toss to cover evenly

Enjoy while hot!


Thursday, December 12, 2024

Gluten-Free Broccoli Apple Salad



This Gluten-Free Broccoli Apple Salad is a delightful combination of fresh broccoli, crisp apples, and a sweet and tangy dressing. It's the perfect side dish for picnics, barbecues, or any meal. Plus, it's gluten-free, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 large apple, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Fresh broccoli florets, diced apple, chopped red onion, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans should all be put in a large bowl together

Whisk the honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper together in a separate small bowl until everything is well mixed

Spread the salad ingredients out on a plate

Add the dressing and toss until everything is covered

Put the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes with the lid on to let the flavors mix

Give the salad one last toss and taste to see if the seasonings need to be changed before serving

You can add more salt and pepper if you want to

Enjoy your tasty gluten-free broccoli apple salad after you serve it cold


Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Sugar Free Mexican Drinking Chocolate



A rich and spicy Mexican drinking chocolate that is sugar-free, gluten-free, vegan, paleo, and low-carb.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup powdered erythritol or sweetener of choice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

Instructions:

Add the cocoa powder, erythritol, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and cayenne pepper if using to a saucepan and mix them together using a whisk

Stir the mixture often while heating it over medium-low heat until it's hot but not boiling

Enjoy while hot!


Thursday, December 5, 2024

Smoked Baked Potatoes



Enjoy the rich, smoky flavor infused into perfectly baked potatoes. This simple recipe elevates the classic baked potato with a delightful hint of smoke, making it a delicious side dish for any barbecue or gathering.

Ingredients:

  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions:

Set the temperature of your smoker to 225F 107C

After giving the potatoes a good wash and scrub, pat them dry with paper towels

Make sure to coat every potato evenly by rubbing it with olive oil

Combine the paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl

Coat each potato completely with the seasoning mixture by scattering it over them

Right onto the smoker grates place the seasoned potatoes

Fork-tender potatoes with a slightly crispy skin should be smoked for 2

5 to 3 hours

After taking the smoked baked potatoes out of the smoker, give them some time to rest

Cut each potato lengthwise, use a fork to fluff the insides, and serve hot


Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Single Dripper Pour Over Coffee



With this single dripper pour over method, you can get to the pure, flavorful heart of coffee. It lets you enjoy the full smell and complex tastes of your favorite coffee beans.

Ingredients:

  • 20g freshly ground coffee beans
  • 300ml hot water about 200F or 93C
  • Single dripper and filter paper

Instructions:

Place the single dripper on a sturdy coffee stand or mug

Fold the filter paper along the seam and place it in the dripper

Rinse the filter paper with hot water to remove any paper taste and preheat the dripper

Discard the rinse water

Add the freshly ground coffee into the filter paper

Start a timer and pour about 60ml of hot water evenly over the coffee grounds, ensuring all grounds are saturated

Let it bloom for 30 seconds

After the bloom, slowly pour the remaining hot water in a circular motion, maintaining a steady, controlled flow

Keep the water level just above the coffee bed

Total brewing time should be around 2-3 minutes

Once the water has passed through the coffee grounds, remove the dripper from the stand or mug

Enjoy your freshly brewed pour over coffee!


Sweet & Spicy Sweet Potato Fries

These sweet and spicy sweet potato fries taste great and are better for you than regular frie...