Holiday Sangria

Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher. Stir together with a large wooden spoon to help the sugar dissolve. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. Serve chilled with a garnish of rosemary sprigs. Make sure to get some of the fruit in every glass!   Recipe from: https://www.cakenknife.com/christmas-sangria/ Total time: 4 hrs.

Double Chocolate Coconut Shortbread Cookies

Preheat oven to 325°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, or silpat. Add all the cookie ingredients in a food processor, except chocolate chips and pulse until completely combined. The dough will come together in a ball once combined. Add chocolate chips and stir in by hand. Place the dough in between two sheets […]

Garlic Grilled Shrimp

Add the olive oil, herbs, and spices to a small mixing bowl and whisk together. Place the shrimp in a bowl and pour 3/4 of the marinade on top of the shrimp. Mix together gently until the shrimp are well coated. Cover the bowl and marinate the shrimp for 30 minutes to an hour. Thread […]

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

In a non-stick skillet on medium-high heat, add the oil, celery, carrots or red bell pepper, onion and garlic cloves. Sauté until onions translucent and vegetables are cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let cool slightly. Next in a bowl, combine and mix together the chicken, flour, 2 Tbsp. buffalo sauce and sautéed veggies. Form […]

Apple Pumpkin Butter

Peel and core apples, then cut into 1-inch chunks. Transfer to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker and fold in pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and cider. Cook on Low for 6 hours, then let cool slightly. Working in batches, puree until smooth.   Recipe from: https://www.womansday.com/food-recipes/food-drinks/a24218142/apple-pumpkin-butter-recipe/ Total time: 6 hrs.

Roasted Carrots with Farro, Chickpeas & Herbed Crème Fraîche

To cook the farro: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed farro with at least three cups water (enough water to cover the farro by a couple of inches). Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the farro is tender to the bite but still […]

Flourless Pumpkin Brownies

Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare an 8 x 8 in baking pan by lining it with a sheet of parchment paper, leaving a few inches of overhang on the sides to allow for easy removal. Set aside. Add all the ingredients except for the chocolate chips to a high-speed blender or food processor […]

Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad with Butternut Squash, Cranberries and Pumpkin Seeds

Roasted Brussels sprouts: Preheat oven to 400 F. Lightly grease the foil-lined baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Make sure Brussels sprouts have trimmed ends and yellow leaves are removed. Then, slice all Brussels sprouts in half. In a medium bowl, combine halved Brussels sprouts, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt (to taste), […]

Sweet Potato and Apple Breakfast Bake

Have all your ingredients ready to go before beginning. You can make this recipe all in one skillet, or, transfer to a baking dish when it’s time to bake Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and heat a medium skillet over medium heat and add the coconut oil to the pan. Add the shredded sweet […]

Sesame Tofu

Press the Tofu: Remove tofu from the package and drain the water. Slice in half lengthwise so you end up with 2 thinner slices. Place on a lint free towel lined plate and fold the sides over. Cover with another lint free towel and place a heavy item on top, something with good balance. Allow […]

Pumpkin Bread

Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a 8×4-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray, line with parchment paper so that the paper drapes over the sides like handles, then lightly coat with spray again. In a large bowl, stir together the almond flour, […]

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a large rectangular baking with with cooking spray. Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, then trim off the stem ends. Use a spoon to carefully scoop the flesh out of the zucchinis. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt and pepper over the zucchini shells. Arrange the zucchini in […]