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Homemade Strawberry Jam

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Easy to make and a classic favorite, this homemade strawberry jam recipe is great spread on your favorite morning pastries. Ingredients: 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped 2 cups granulated sugar 1 lemon, juiced and zested 1/4 cup water Instructions: In a large pot, combine the chopped strawberries, sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice Give the mixture a half-hour to settle so the juices can come out and the sugar can dissolve Fill the pot with water, then turn the heat up to medium-high Stirring frequently, bring the mixture to a boiling point After the jam starts to boil, lower the heat to medium and simmer it for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the consistency is reached and the jam thickens If any foam appears on the surface, skim it off After taking the pot off the stove, allow the jam to cool slightly Maintaining a 1/4-inch headspace, transfer the jam into half-pint jars that...
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Keto Chocolate Feast Muffins

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Indulge guilt-free with these decadent keto chocolate feast muffins. They are sugar-free, grain-free, and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings on a ketogenic diet. Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 cup powdered erythritol or preferred keto-friendly sweetener 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 1/4 cup melted coconut oil 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/3 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips Instructions: Warm the oven up to 175F 350C Clean and grease a muffin tin, or use muffin liners to line it You will need to mix cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and almond flour in a large bowl using a whisk Beat the eggs in a different bowl Vanilla extract, almond milk, and melted coconut oil should all be added Mix well Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and mix them together just until ...
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Leek and Gruyere Grilled Cheese

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In this Leek and Gruyere Grilled Cheese, savory Gruyere cheese and caramelized leeks are stacked between perfectly toasted bread to make a gourmet take on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. Ingredients: 2 slices of bread 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese 1/2 cup sliced leeks white and light green parts Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Put the pan or griddle on medium-low heat Melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-low heat in a different pan Slice the leeks and add them to the pan Saut for about 5 minutes, or until they are soft and slightly caramelized Add pepper and salt to taste On one side of one slice of bread, spread the last tablespoon of butter Put the bread slice on the hot skillet or griddle with the buttered side facing down Put the shredded Gruyere cheese on top of the bread slice quickly in the pan Spread the sauted leeks out over the cheese...
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Blueberry Waffle Cookies

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Blueberry Waffle Cookies are a unique and delicious cookie that combines the flavors of blueberries and waffle cones. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup fresh blueberries 1/4 cup crushed waffle cone pieces Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated Gently fold in the fresh blueberries and crushed waffle cone pieces Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inc...
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Baked Eggs Skillet with Avocado and Spicy Tomatoes

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This Baked Eggs Skillet with Avocado and Spicy Tomatoes is a tasty and filling meal that is also gluten-free, low-carb, and paleo. When you mix creamy avocado, spicy tomatoes, and perfectly cooked eggs, you get a hearty breakfast or brunch option. Ingredients: 4 eggs 1 avocado, sliced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon chili powder Salt and pepper to taste Fresh cilantro for garnish Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375F 190C In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat Add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes to the skillet, and cook until tomatoes start to soften, about 3-4 minutes Season tomatoes with paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper Create small wells in the tomato mixture and crack eggs into each well Arrange avocado slices around the eggs Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake ...
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Irish Chicken and Dumplings

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Heres a cozy dish to comfort on a dark and stormy night. A creamy, fragrant stew of chicken, celery, onions, carrots, peas and potatoes plays host to biscuit dough, dropped by the spoonful into the boiling hot liquid. Simmer until the dumplings are done.
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Chicken Tomatillo Soup

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Loaded with beans, Hatch chiles and corn, this Mexican-inspired tomatillo soup with leftover chicken is a great choice for lunch on a cold winter day.
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