Almond Chocolate Banana Raw Bite

These Almond Chocolate Banana Raw Bites are the perfect paleo snack. They are gluten-free, sugar-free, and vegan, making them suitable for various dietary preferences. The combination of almonds, dried bananas, cocoa powder, and almond butter creates a delicious and satisfying treat that you can enjoy guilt-free.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almonds
• 1/2 cup dried bananas
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup Medjool dates
• 2 tablespoons almond butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

In a food processor, pulse almonds until finely chopped

To the food processor, add the dates, almond butter, cocoa powder, shredded coconut, dried bananas, vanilla extract, and a dash of salt

Process until the mixture begins to bind together and take on the consistency of sticky dough

After taking the mixture out of the food processor, use your hands to form it into bite-sized balls

Transfer the almond chocolate banana bites to a plate or tray lined with parchment paper

For the bites to get firmer, refrigerate for a minimum of half an hour

For a quick and healthful snack, store in the refrigerator in an airtight container

27 Totally Cool Popsicles

These 27 totally cool popsicle recipes are a tasty and cool way to beat the heat. There are many fruity tastes and creamy textures, so everyone can find something they like.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup raspberries
• 1 cup blackberries
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 cups coconut water
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut
• 1 cup mango chunks
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon agave syrup
• 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup watermelon, cubed
• 1 cup cucumber, peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 2 cups Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup granola
• 1 cup peaches, sliced
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup cherries, pitted
• 1 cup pomegranate seeds
• 1 cup grapes, halved
• 1 cup cantaloupe, cubed

Instructions:

In a blender, puree strawberries with honey

Fill popsicle molds halfway with this mixture

Add blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries to remaining strawberry mixture

Blend until combined

Fill popsicle molds with this mixture

Pour coconut water into popsicle molds, filling them about halfway

Blend pineapple chunks, coconut milk, and shredded coconut until smooth

Fill popsicle molds with this mixture

Combine mango chunks, orange juice, lime juice, and agave syrup in a blender

Fill popsicle molds with this mixture

Layer kiwi slices, watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, and mint leaves in popsicle molds

Fill molds with water and insert sticks

Mix Greek yogurt with maple syrup

Pour mixture into popsicle molds and sprinkle granola on top

Blend peaches, lemon juice, and sugar until smooth

Fill popsicle molds with this mixture

Combine cherries and pomegranate seeds in popsicle molds

Fill molds with water and insert sticks

Arrange grape halves and cantaloupe cubes in popsicle molds

Fill molds with water and insert sticks

Mashed Potato Cakes

Mashed potato cakes are a delightful way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. They are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, making them a perfect side dish or snack.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mashed potatoes
• 1/2 cup grated cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, grated cheese, chopped green onions, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper

Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated

Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into patties

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat

Carefully place the potato patties into the skillet and cook until golden brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side

Once cooked, remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil

Serve hot and enjoy!

Perfect Pina Colada

The Perfect Pina Colada is a classic tropical cocktail that combines the flavors of rum, pineapple, and coconut cream, resulting in a refreshing and indulgent drink that transports you to a sunny beach paradise with every sip.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz white rum
• 3 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz coconut cream
• 1 cup crushed ice
• Pineapple slice and maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions:

In a blender, blend white rum, pineapple juice, coconut cream, and crushed ice together

Mix until it's smooth

Pour into a glass that is already cold

Add a maraschino cherry and a slice of pineapple as a garnish

Easter Basket Cake Pops

Delight your Easter celebration with these adorable Easter Basket Cake Pops. They're not only delicious but also make for a festive and edible centerpiece.

Ingredients:

• 1 box of cake mix flavor of your choice
• 1/2 cup of frosting
• 1 package of candy melts assorted colors
• Assorted Easter-themed sprinkles
• Lollipop sticks
• Green food coloring
• Shredded coconut
• Mini chocolate eggs or candies

Instructions:

Bake the cake as directed on the package, then allow it to cool fully

In a large bowl, crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs

Mix the frosting thoroughly with the cake crumbs after adding it

Place the mixture on a tray lined with parchment paper after shaping it into tiny egg shapes

Melt the candy melts in various bowls as directed on the package

Insert the lollipop sticks into the cake pops after dipping them into the melted candy melts

Coat every cake pop entirely by dipping it into the melted candy

Let extra run off

While the candy coating is still wet, decorate with a variety of sprinkles featuring an Easter theme

Reposition the cake pops onto the tray and allow them to solidify

Use green food coloring to make shredded coconut look like grass

After the cake pops solidify, place them on a serving platter over a bed of green coconut

Place small chocolate eggs or candies on top of each cake pop to mimic Easter eggs

Keep chilled until you're ready to serve

Torn Bread Chicken Casserole

A warm and comforting casserole made with torn bread, soft chicken, and melty cheeses that is baked until golden. For a cozy family dinner or a potluck, this dish is perfect.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups torn bread like ciabatta or French loaf
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup milk
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C

In a large bowl, mix torn bread, cooked chicken, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese

In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, Parmesan cheese, melted butter, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper

Pour the milk mixture over the bread and chicken mixture

Stir until well combined

Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set

Let it cool for a few minutes before serving

Enjoy!

Chorizo & Prawn Pasta

A flavorful and satisfying pasta dish combining the spicy kick of chorizo with the succulent taste of prawns in a rich tomato-based sauce.

Ingredients:

• 200g pasta penne or spaghetti
• 100g chorizo, sliced
• 200g prawns, peeled and deveined
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can 400g diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Follow the directions on the package to cook the pasta

Remove the water and set it aside

Warm up the olive oil in a big pan over medium-low heat

When you add the chopped onion and minced garlic, saut until the onion softens

Put in the chorizo slices and cook until the oil starts to come out of them

After you add the diced red bell pepper, cook for two more minutes

Add the prawns and stir them in

Cook for about 34 minutes, or until they turn pink

Mix in the tomato slices and add the paprika and oregano on top

Add pepper and salt to taste

Allow the sauce to cook slowly for five minutes so that the flavors can mix

Toss the cooked pasta in the pan until it is well mixed and hot all the way through

Before serving, sprinkle with fresh parsley

One Pan Herb Crusted Salmon and Asparagus

A tasty and healthy keto-friendly dish with roasted asparagus and herb-crusted salmon that is all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup.

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Get the oven ready by heating it up to 400F 200C

Add the garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to a small bowl

Then add the olive oil and mix it all together

On a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper, put the salmon fillets and the asparagus

Spread the herb mix out on the salmon and asparagus by brushing it on

Put it in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon is done and the asparagus is soft

Serve hot, and if you want, top with more fresh herbs

Easy Red Thai Curry Shrimp

This Easy Red Thai Curry Shrimp recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for a quick keto-friendly meal. The combination of succulent shrimp, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk creates a rich and delicious curry that is sure to impress.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp red curry paste
• 1 can 13
• 5 oz coconut milk
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Put coconut oil in a large pan and heat it over medium-low heat

Put in the minced garlic and ginger, and cook until the smell is nice

I added red bell pepper and onion slices and cooked them until they got soft

Add red curry paste and stir

Cook for one to two minutes

Add the coconut milk and mix it in

Put the shrimp in the pan and cook them slowly for three to five minutes, or until they are fully cooked

Add salt, pepper, lime juice, and fish sauce to taste

Add fresh cilantro as a garnish before serving

Chicken Tacos with Creamy Avocado

These chicken tacos with creamy avocado are a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for any day of the week. Tender Foster Farms chicken is paired with creamy mashed avocado and fresh toppings, all wrapped in warm tortillas for a flavorful bite.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Foster Farms chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 8 small tortillas
• 2 ripe avocados, mashed
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 lime, juiced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese optional

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Warm tortillas in a skillet over medium heat until soft and pliable

Spread mashed avocado onto each tortilla

Top with chicken mixture and a dollop of sour cream

If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese on top

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Slow Cooker Bourbon Street Chicken

This recipe for Slow Cooker Bourbon Street Chicken makes chicken that is tender, flavorful, and has a rich, slightly sweet bourbon taste. It is simple to make and great for days when you are busy. The slow cooker does all the work!

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup bourbon
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• Green onions, sliced for garnish
• Cooked rice for serving

Instructions:

Put chicken breasts in the crock pot

Put ketchup, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, brown sugar, and bourbon in a bowl

Cover the chicken with the sauce

Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is soft and fully cooked

To make a slurry, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl

During the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir the ingredients into the slow cooker mixture to make the sauce thicker

Put the cooked chicken on top of the rice and top with sliced green onions

3 Ingredient Strawberry Frozen Yogurt

Strawberry Frozen Yogurt with Only Three Ingredients is a simple, cool treat that's great for hot summer days. For this quick and easy dessert, all you need are frozen strawberries, honey, and Greek yogurt.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups frozen strawberries
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 cup Greek yogurt

Instructions:

You can use a blender or food processor to mix frozen strawberries, honey, and Greek yogurt

To make it smooth and creamy, scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed

If you want a soft-serve texture, serve it right away

If you want a firmer texture, put it in a container and freeze it for two to three hours