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Lemon-Glazed Earl Grey Tea Bread

Lemon-Glazed Earl Grey Tea Bread

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tbsp. Earl Grey tea leaves 1 c. sugar 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 c. softened butter 3 large eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 1/2 c. sour cream 1 tsp. lemon peel 2/3 c. confectioners’ sugar 

Vanilla Ice Cream for Lemon Curd-Pistachio Sundaes

Vanilla Ice Cream for Lemon Curd-Pistachio Sundaes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1 1/2 cups whole milk 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt 3/4 cup sugar, divided  1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped and pod reserved 6 large egg yolks Directions : Step 1Combine cream, milk, and salt in a saucepan. Add 1/4 cup 

SHRIMP FAJITA BOWLS

SHRIMP FAJITA BOWLS

INGREDIENTS:

For the shrimp:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 pound large peeled, deveined, tail-off shrimp

For the veggies:

  • 2 medium red bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 large red onion, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the rice:

  • 3 cups cooked brown rice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Juice of ½ lime

For the salsa and topping:

  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup chopped white onion
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • Pinch kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 small, 4-ounce Hass avocado, thinly sliced

INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

For shrimp:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the shrimp ingredients from olive oil through pepper.
  • Add the shrimp and toss to evenly coat.
  • Set aside and allow to marinate while you make the veggies.

For veggies:

  • Combine all veggie ingredients in a large bowl.  Use your hands to toss and evenly coat veggies with oil and seasoning.
  • Transfer to a sheet pan and roast 20 minutes, tossing halfway through.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the rice and salsa.  In a medium bowl, combine rice with cilantro, salt and lime juice.
  • In small bowl, make the salsa by combining the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, salt and pepper.
  • Remove veggies from oven and place marinated shrimp (leaving excess marinade in the bowl) evenly among the veggies.
  • Return to the oven and roast 8 minutes.
  • Place ¾ cup rice in each of 4 bowls.  Evenly divide the shrimp, veggies, salsa and sliced avocado among each bowl and serve.

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Source:skinnytaste.com

Peach Smoothie Bowls

Peach Smoothie Bowls

INGREDIENTS : 2/3 c. frozen peaches 1/2 c. chopped summer squash 1/4 c. coconut water Cara Cara orange pieces, pepitas, and toasted coconut chips, for serving DIRECTIONS: In a blender, puree peaches, squash, and coconut water until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and top with 

Tandoori ananas

Tandoori ananas

Ingredients : GRILLED PINEAPPLE: 1/2 pineapple, cut into 2 inch chunks 1 star anise, broken into smaller pieces 1/4 tsp fennel seeds 1 tbsp of honey 1 pinch of chilli powder 1/4 tsp chaat masala ROSE ICE CREAM: 500ml of double cream 50g of caster sugar 3 egg yolks 1 tbsp 

EASY VEGETABLE SOUP

EASY VEGETABLE SOUP

Ingredients:

  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 carrots peeled and chopped
  • 1 celery stick finely chopped
  • 2 small leeks finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup butternut squash chopped
  • 1-2 cups mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cups mixed green vegetables (I used broccoli, zucchini and green beans)
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 6 cups vegetable stock
  • fresh parsley to serve
  • Parmesan/Vegetarian Parmesan to serve

Instructions:

  • Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a large pot and add the onion, carrot, celery and leeks along with the garlic and herbs and cook until fragrant and starting to caramelize. 
  • Add the peppers, butternut squash and mushrooms and cook for 5-10 minutes or until the vegetable start to soften and caramelize. 
  • Add the green vegetables and stir to combine before adding the crushed tomatoes and stock. Season to taste then bring to a simmer. 
  • Cover with a lid and allow to simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the lid, check seasoning and simmer for another 5 minutes. 
  • Serve topped with fresh parsley and Parmesan/vegetarian Parmesan. 

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Source:simply-delicious-food.com

Macaroni Mousse

Macaroni Mousse

Ingredients: 1/2 (8-ounce) package macaroni, uncooked 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 (2-ounce) jar diced pimiento, drained 2 tablespoons chopped green bell pepper 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 1/2 teaspoon salt 

Raw Double Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake

Raw Double Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake

Ingredients: Crust 1 ¾ cups raw walnuts or almonds ½ cup raw cacao nibs 1/8 teaspoon Himalayan crystal salt ¾ teaspoon cherry extract 1 tablespoon raw chocolate powder ¾ cup raisins Filling 3 cups raw cashews (soak them 1-2 hours, and then strain) 1/3 cup raw 

Recipe: Wild Rice Bowl with Red Lentil Curry and Spinach

Recipe: Wild Rice Bowl with Red Lentil Curry and Spinach

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 2 tablespoons ghee (or butter, or coconut oil)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder (optional)
  • 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves, tightly packed
  • 1 (15.5-ounce) can coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves (lightly packed), to garnish

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Prepare the wild rice according to the package instructions, or follow these simple steps. Most wild rice takes about 45 minutes to become tender; you can also make it a few days ahead so it’s ready when you need it.
  2. While the rice is cooking, heat the ghee in a large saucepan with tall sides over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook until lightly golden and soft. Add in the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for another 2 to 3 minutes. Add in the red lentils, red curry paste, tomato paste, and spices, and cook until fragrant. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.
  3. Once the lentils and broth reach a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the lentils are soft. Before serving, fold in the fresh spinach leaves, and pour in the coconut milk. At this point, taste the curry and adjust the seasoning according to your liking; add more salt or cayenne, if needed.
  4. To serve, divide the wild rice equally into 4 bowls. Top each bowl with the curry, a dollop of yogurt, and fresh cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.

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Source:thekitchn.com

Charred broccoli and chorizo pasta recipe

Charred broccoli and chorizo pasta recipe

Ingredients: 130g pack diced chorizo 1½ tbsp olive oil 350g pack broccoli, cut into small florets, stalk trimmed and roughly chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped ½ tsp crushed chillies 300g penne 50g crusty bread or ciabatta, blitzed to breadcrumbs in a food processor 1