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Broccoli & Parmesan Soup

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BroccoliThis Broccoli & Parmesan Soup is a quick and easy recipe that you can make even your eyes is closed, Lol

Rich in nutrition and loaded with the creaminess of Parmesan cheese. I actually recommend this simple recipe, ingredients are readily available right in your fridge, on top of that this is actually budget friendly, no need to go to the market and buy expensive ingredients.

You can definitely partnered this with your favorite low carb or keto bread. This vegan inspired soup is good for people with dietary needs, you can even have your children to taste this amzing soup.

Broccoli

Broccoli & Parmesan Soup

his Broccoli & Parmesan Soup is something that you may not familiar with, but this quick and easy meal will surprise you. Broccoli is a good source of fibre and protein, and contains iron, potassium, calcium, selenium and magnesium as well as the vitamins A, C, E, K and a good array of B vitamins including folic acid. Broccoli can be eaten cooked or raw — both are perfectly healthy but provide different nutrient profiles. Different cooking methods, such as boiling, microwaving, stir-frying and steaming, alter the vegetable's nutrient composition, particularly reducing vitamin C, as well as soluble protein and sugar.
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Course Soup
Cuisine Vegan
Calories 371 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 2 heads broccoli chopped including tender stalks
  • 1 small piece of parmesan rind optional, + shaved parmesan to serve
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Scrambled Tofu for Egg-Free Breakfasts

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This Scrambled Tofu for Egg-Free Breakfasts is really something new.

On a usual days breakfast are serve with eggs, bacon, cereal or oatmeal.  but this quick and easy recipe is a very versatile one.   Whether you’re an omnivore, vegetarian, or vegan, give this scrambled tofu recipe a shot.

In this recipe egg is replaced with tofu plus with the combination of healthy ingredients such as sliced avocado, warm toast, sliced tomato, meatless bacon, salsa, or hot sauce.

Plus you can some experiment with this recipe. combined it with other healthy ingredients of your choice.

 

 

 

 

 

Tofu

Scrambled Tofu for Egg-Free Breakfasts

his Scrambled Tofu for Egg-Free Breakfasts is a quick and easy breakfast meal that can be an alternative to your favorite scrambled eggs.
Tofu is a good source of protein and contains all nine essential amino acids. It is also a valuable plant source of iron and calcium and the minerals manganese and phosphorous. In addition to this, it also contains magnesium, copper, zinc and vitamin B1.
Tofu is made from dried soybeans that are soaked in water, crushed, and boiled. The mixture is separated into solid pulp (okara) and soy “milk.” Salt coagulants, such as calcium and magnesium chlorides and sulfates, are added to the soy milk to separate the curds from the whey.
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Low carb
Servings 2
Calories 212 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon nutritional yeast
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch sea salt
  • Coconut oil spray or olive oil spray
  • 1 scallion finely diced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 7 ounces 1/2 package firm tofu, well drained
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl combine water, nutritional yeast, turmeric, cumin, paprika, pepper, and salt. Set aside. In a pan over medium heat put oil, add scallion and garlic cook for 2 minutes, add crumble tofu with your hands then pour seasoning mixture cook tofu for 2 minutes then toss parsley and continue to stir for 1 to 2 minutes.

Creamy Mushroom Gnocchi

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gnocchiThis Creamy Mushroom Gnocchi is something that you can compare in a restaurant-worthy dinner. look so classy and elegant. This quick and easy recipe is made with tasty gnocchi and  with a combination of creamy cheese.

If you are looking for a comfort food you maty consider this as one. best partnered with whine wine.

And to add up you can actualluyy make an experiment with this dish, you can add ingredients of your preference.

 

Creamy

Creamy Mushroom Gnocchi

This Creamy Mushroom Gnocchi packed with creaminess and flavor, perfect for your dinner .All types of edible mushrooms contain varying degrees of protein and fiber.
They also contain B vitamins as well as a powerful antioxidant called selenium, which helps to support the immune system and prevent damage to cells and tissues.
Shiitake mushroom is a fungus. An extract made from this mushroom is used as medicine.
Shiitake mushroom is used for boosting the immune system, lowering blood cholesterol levels, treating prostate cancer, and as an anti-aging agent. Shiitake mushroom is also eaten as food.
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Course Side Dish
Servings 2
Calories 522 kcal

Equipment

  • Non Stick Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g mixed mushrooms such as cup, brown or shiitake, thinly sliced
  • 120 g kale & baby spinach leaves
  • 300 ml thickened cream
  • 1 tbs wholegrain mustard
  • 500 g pkt potato gnocchi

Instructions
 

  • In a non stick pan, put olive oil spray, cook mushroom until mushroom becomes brown, then add kale and spinach, cream and mustard cook for 2-3 minutes, on the other sauce pan cook gnocchi in a boiling water following instruction, drain well, add gnocchi to the mushroom mixture in the pan and toss carefully. season and serve

Bacon & Spinach Stuffed Chicken

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BaconThis Bacon and spinach stuffed in the middle of chicken breasts, is an amazing dish You’ll definitely love this recipe for bacon spinach stuffed chicken because not only is it filled with flavor, it also quick and easy pus the fact that the ingredients are available right in your fridge


Plus, this low carb recipe needs only five ingredients to make. Bacon pulls double duty in this recipe. You can cook this defending on your preference, either you bake it or fry it.

 

Bacon & Spinach Stuffed Chicken

Bacon & Spinach Stuffed Chicken

This Bacon & Spinach Stuffed Chicken will give excitement to your taste buds, packed with flavor and creaminess of cheese.
Bacon contains a lot of fat
The fats in bacon are about 50% monounsaturated and a large part of those is oleic acid. This is the same fatty acid that olive oil is praised for and generally considered “heart-healthy” ( 1 ). Then about 40% is saturated fat, accompanied by a decent amount of cholesterol.
Some people are concerned that cheese is high in fat, sodium, and calories. However, cheese is also an excellent source of protein, calcium, and several other nutrients. Eating cheese may even aid weight loss and help prevent heart disease and osteoporosis. That said, some cheeses are healthier than others.
Spinach is rich in vitamins A, C and K, magnesium, iron and manganese. Eating this leafy green veggie may benefit eye health, reduce oxidative stress and reduce blood pressure levels among other health functions.
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Prep Time 1 hr
Cook Time 1 hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 193.3 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 oz. cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 c. frozen spinach defrosted and drained
  • 1/3 c. chopped artichoke hearts
  • 1 c. shredded mozzarella divided
  • Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 strips bacon cut into 4 strips
  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Make slits widthwise in chicken not to cut all the way through chicken season with salt and pepper place on baking sheet with foil. in a medium bowl, combine. cream cheese, spinach, artichokes, and ½ cup of mozzarella. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Fill every other slit with cream cheese mixture and fill remaining slits with a piece of bacon. Sprinkle remaining ½ cup mozzarella on top and drizzle with oil. bake until chicken is cooked and bacon is crispy for 35 minutes.

Slow-Cooker Chicken Pozole

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posoleThis Slow-cooker Chicken Posole is packed with amazing spices with a combination of meaty shredded chicken that is rich in flavor. top with crunchy radishes, freshly picked cilatro added some crubled toritilla chips and with a squeeze of lime juice.

This Mexican inspired recipe dish is perfect for your family nutritious and will definitely enjoy by everyone.

This may take a long time to cook, but the taste of this is very promising. It is really wort the wait.

posole

Slow-Cooker Chicken Pozole

This Slow-Cooker Chicken Pozole is a mexican inspired dish that gives another taste to your classic chicken stew.
Pozole, is a traditional soup or stew from Mexican cuisine. It is made from hominy with meat, and can be seasoned and garnished with shredded lettuce or cabbage, chile peppers, onion, garlic, radishes, avocado, salsa or limes.
a traditional Mexican dish, is a meal that can be consumed without affecting our health, as long as it is not combined with other fried foods with a high caloric yield. can be eaten as part of the meals of the day with the following recommended measures: 1.5 cups, with a handful of meat and vegetables to taste, such as lettuce and radish.
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 174 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Ingredients
  

  • 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 poblano peppers chopped
  • 1 white onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp. cumin
  • 1 tbsp. oregano
  • 2 tsp. chili powder
  • 2 tsp. kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 15-oz cans hominy, drained and rinsed
  • Thinly sliced radishes for garnish
  • Sliced green cabbage for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a slow cooker put your ingredients all together except for hominy, Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through. take chicken from the slow cooker and shred using pork return to heat together with the hominy for 30 minutes, serve soup into bowls garnish with radish, cabbage and cilantro.

Chicken Stew

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StewThis Chicken Stew is an amazing meal with chicken, onions and carrots, simmered with a very rich flavor and well seasoned chicken broth.

This quick and easy recipe is packed with nutrients that your family will truly enjoy,  perfect with rainy cold nights. best also to combined with your favorite vegetables that is perfect for people with dietary needs.

Stew

Chicken Stew

This Chicken Stew will keep you warm during rainy days and winter nights, this recipe meal is packed with vitamins and minerals. One can eat chicken on a daily basis; however, it is good to use cooking methods like boiling, grilling, roasting or baking rather than frying as it can lead to various health problems. People with kidney problems, chronic heart disease and dyslipidemia should avoid its intake. A stew is a combination of solid food ingredients that have been cooked in liquid and served in the resultant gravy. Ingredients in a stew can include any combination of vegetables and may include meat, especially tougher meats suitable for slow-cooking, such as beef, poultry, sausages, and seafood.
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Course Soup
Cuisine Low carb
Servings 4
Calories 237 kcal

Equipment

  • large Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp. butter
  • 2 large carrots peeled and sliced into coins
  • 1 stalk celery chopped
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3/4 lb. baby potatoes quartered
  • 3 c. low-sodium chicken broth
  • Freshly chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter, add carrots and celery and season with salt and pepper. cook until vegetables are tender for 5 minutes, add garlic cook for 30 seconds. add flour then chicken, thyme, bay leaf, potatoes, and broth. Season with salt and pepper. bring to boil until chicken and potatoes are tender for 15 minutes. remove from heat and shred your chicken in to small pieces then return to pot, garnish with parsley before serving.

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

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SalmonThis Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is perfect for your weeknight dinner,  sweet and sticky plus has a garlicky taste. 

This quick and easy recipe meal is loaded with vitamins and minerals, such as omega 3. Also high in protein that you and your family will enjoy.

maybe a simple recipe but rich in flavor, this is not like your typical steamed salmon dish but something something that you will never imagined.

 

 

Salmon

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is another way to cook your favorite salmon, its a combination of the garlicky flavor with a twist of sweetness from Honey. Salmon is rich in a protective antioxidant, astaxanthin, and it is an excellent source of high-quality protein, vitamins and minerals (including potassium, selenium and vitamin B12). However, it is the content of omega-3 fatty acids in salmon that receives the most attention, and rightly so. Garlic lower blood pressure and cholesterol, an anti-inflammatory effect, a reduced risk of cancer, and a stronger immune system. While many of these claims are overblown, there is evidence of some health benefits.
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Servings 4
Calories 481 kcal

Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • Tablespoon
  • Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 c. honey
  • 1/4 c. soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 4 6- oz. salmon fillets patted dry with a paper towel
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon sliced into rounds

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl mix all together honey, soy sauce, lemon juice and red pepper flakes. In a pan over medium heat with 2 tablespoon oil, fry your Salmon skin side up seasoned with salt and pepper for 6 minutes both sides until its golden brown. In the same pan add garlic cook for 1 minute, and add the honey mixture and sliced lemons until cook, baste salmon with the sauce, Serve and enjoy

Super food Tortilla

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TotrillaThis Super food Tortilla is a quick and easy recipe meal that you can do even when your eyes are close.

Give your classic tortilla recipe meal a healthy makeover. this superfood tortilla is a combination of healthy ingredients that non vegan eater will love this.

You can actually do an experiment with this food based on your dietary meal plan. 

Tortilla

Super food Tortilla

This Super food Tortilla is a healthy makeover of your classic tortilla favorite.Tortilla, round, thin, flat bread of Mexico made from unleavened cornmeal or, less commonly, wheat flour.
Traditionally the corn (maize) for tortillas was boiled with unslaked lime to soften the kernels and loosen the hulls A 12-inch flour tortilla may contain nearly 300 calories with more carbohydrates than three slices of bread. ... Just as with bread, whole-grain tortillas provide more fiber and a more complete package of nutrients and health-protecting plant compounds.
When buying flour tortillas, look for those made with vegetable oils
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Course Snack
Cuisine Mexican
Calories 240 kcal

Equipment

  • Chargrill Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g orange sweet potato peeled, cut into cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 soft flour tortillas
  • 20 g baby kale leaves
  • 425 g black beans drained, rinsed, warmed
  • 1/3 cup Greek yoghurt
  • Lime zest to serve

Instructions
 

  • In a pre heated 220C oven, place sweet potato on a tray drizzled with oil and seasoned, cook for 20 minutes. While preheat a chargrill pan on a medium high to cook tortilla for a minute each side. To serve: top tortilla with sweet potato, beans and kale, roll over yogurt and sprinkle with lime zest.

Egg net Spring rolls

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Egg netThis quick and easy Egg net spring rolls, is not typically scrambled eggs that you serve for breakfast.

This Asian inspired recipe meal is a combination of ingredients defending on your taste, You cab serve this for breakfast, lunch or even packed meal for your children.

You an also partnered this egg recipe with your favorite sauce.

 

Eggnet

Egg net Spring rolls

This Quick and Easy Egg net Spring rolls is healthy and packed with flavors that your family will surely love. Eggs are rich sources of selenium, vitamin D, B6, B12 and minerals such as zinc, iron and copper. Egg yolks contain more calories and fat than the whites.
They are a source of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K and lecithin, the compound that enables emulsification in recipes such as hollandaise or mayonnaise. Peanut oils percentage of saturated fat (18 percent) is higher than that of other vegetable oils,
but not to the point that it's a concern for heart health, and it still has less saturated fat than coconut or palm oils
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 437.37 kcal

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Non Stick Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 6 eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 500 g pork mince
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 420 g vegetables 1-minute packet ready to stir-fry
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce extra
  • 2 tablespoons coriander fresh

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl combine egg and sesame oil, heat a medium non stick pan and add peanut oil put tablespoon of egg mixture to form an omelet shape cook for 30 seconds, then repeat to the remaining egg mixture. On the same pan heat peanut oil cook the stir fry minced together with garlic and hoisin sauce for 2 minutes, add vegetables (do not over cook the vegetable) place omelet on the plate top with mince mixture roll and close, repeat onto the remaining omelets and mince, combine extra hoisin sauce and 2 tablespoon cold water in a bowl, sprinkle with coriander leaves.

COPYCAT BAILEY’S IRISH CREAM

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BaileysIf you are fan of drinking baileys on a cold evening night, but out of your budget. I can definitely recommend this quirk and easy recipe.

This Copycat Baileys Irish cream will truly blow your mind. It taste like your favorite expensive Baileys Irish drinks. 

Made with some simple ingredients and plus the fact that it could be a low card drink defending on your ingredients contents. You can make this Irish cream with any kind of whiskey, so don’t worry too much about using an Irish brand. 

You can now enjoy this simple drinks with your friends

 

Irish Cream

COPYCAT BAILEY’S IRISH CREAM RECIPE

This COPYCAT BAILEY’S IRISH CREAM RECIPE is actually a low carb and cheaper version of this expensive beverages.
Baileys Irish Cream is an Irish cream liqueur - an alcoholic beverage flavored with cream, cocoa, and Irish whiskey - made by Diageo at Nangor Road, in Dublin, Republic of Ireland and in Mallusk, Northern Ireland. Owned by Gilbeys of Ireland, the trademark is currently owned by Diageo.
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine Irish
Servings 2
Calories 99 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Glass bottle

Ingredients
  

  • 2/3 cup low carb sugar substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 2 cups heavy cream2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups Irish whiskey I used Jameson1 1/4 cups Irish whiskey

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan combine espresso powder, and cocoa and slowly add in the heavy cream, bring to slow boil, and simmer for 10-15 minutes. remove from heat, stir in extracts and whiskey. cool, store in a glass bottle in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
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