Vegan Paleo Mac and Cheese

This Vegan Paleo Mac and Cheese recipe offers a delicious twist on the classic comfort food, using wholesome ingredients like cauliflower, sweet potato, and cashews to create a creamy, dairy-free sauce. Zucchini noodles add a nutritious touch, making it a satisfying and healthy meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 1 cup sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for at least 2 hours
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Steam the sweet potato and cauliflower florets until they are soft

Steamed cauliflower, sweet potato, cashews that have been soaked, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, onion and garlic powders, salt, and pepper should all be combined in a blender

In order to achieve the desired consistency, add water as necessary and blend until smooth and creamy

Heat the sauce in a big skillet over medium heat

After adding the zucchini noodles, cook for three to five minutes, or until they are thoroughly heated and covered with sauce

Garnish the vegan paleo mac and cheese with chopped parsley and serve hot

7 INGREDIENT DIY Dark Chocolate Bars with Almonds

Indulge in the rich flavor of homemade vegan dark chocolate bars with crunchy almonds. These bars are easy to make with just 7 simple ingredients and are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup vegan dark chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped almonds
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Instructions:

Line a baking dish with parchment paper

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine vegan dark chocolate chips and coconut oil

Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth

Stir in almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, chopped almonds, and sea salt until well combined

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula

Place the dish in the freezer for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is set

Once set, remove from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes

Cut into bars using a sharp knife

Enjoy your homemade vegan dark chocolate bars with almonds!

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

In this Slow Cooker Beef Stew recipe, the beef is soft and flavorful, and the vegetables are hearty and cooked in a rich broth. It's great for a cozy family dinner or to keep warm on a cold day.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

Put flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl and mix them together

Cover the meat in the beef stew with the flour mix

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

To get all sides of the beef brown, brown it in groups

Put the beef that has been browned in the slow cooker

Set the slow cooker on low and add the potatoes, onions, garlic, and carrots

Put tomato paste and beef broth in a small bowl and mix them together

Pour it over the slow-cooked beef and vegetables

Put in dried thyme and bay leaves

There should be no leaks

Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the beef is soft

Add frozen peas in the last 30 minutes of cooking

Before you serve, take out the bay leaves and sprinkle chopped parsley on top

Strawberries & Cream Poke Cake Parfait

Enjoy the layers of this strawberry and cream poke cake parfait, which has fresh strawberries, strawberry jam, a moist strawberry cake, and a delicious whipped cream topping. Adding crushed vanilla wafers gives it a satisfying crunch and makes it a great dessert for any event.

Ingredients:

• 1 box strawberry cake mix
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
• 1 cup strawberry jam
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C

In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs

Mix until well combined

Pour the batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan and bake according to the package instructions

Once the cake is baked and cooled, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake

Spread sliced strawberries evenly over the cake

In a small saucepan, heat the strawberry jam over low heat until it becomes pourable

Pour the jam over the strawberries, allowing it to fill the holes in the cake

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form

Spread the whipped cream over the strawberry layer, creating a smooth surface

Sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers on top for added texture

Refrigerate the parfait for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld

Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving

Banh Mi with Fried Egg

The flavors of traditional Vietnamese food are mixed with the richness of a fried egg in this Banh Mi. It's the perfect mix of tastes and textures, making it a filling and tasty meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 baguette
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• Handful of cilantro leaves
• Handful of pickled daikon and carrot optional
• Sriracha or chili sauce optional

Instructions:

Slice the baguette horizontally, leaving one side intact

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar

Set aside

Heat a skillet over medium heat and fry eggs to desired doneness

Spread mayonnaise on one side of the baguette and drizzle the soy sauce mixture on the other side

Place fried eggs on the bottom half of the baguette

Layer with julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, cilantro leaves, and pickled daikon and carrot

Drizzle with Sriracha or chili sauce if desired

Close the sandwich and serve immediately

Quinoa Flax Chocolate Chip Cookies

Delightfully chewy cookies with a nutritious twist, incorporating quinoa and flaxseed for added health benefits.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa, cooled
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1/2 cup oat flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet

Toast the almonds and mix them with the maple syrup, vanilla extract, melted coconut oil, and cooked quinoa in a large bowl until everything is well mixed

To make cookie dough, add ground flaxseed, oat flour, baking soda, and salt to the bowl and stir them together

Mix the chocolate chips into the dough until they are spread out evenly

Using a spoon or cookie scoop, place round tablespoons of dough on the baking sheet that has been prepared, leaving space between each one

Put it in an oven that is already hot and bake it for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown

Let the cookies cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way

Have fun with these tasty Quinoa Flax Chocolate Chip Cookies!

Movie Candy Cookies

These Movie Candy Cookies are the perfect sweet treat to enjoy while watching your favorite films. Packed with chocolate chips and movie theater candies, they offer a delicious burst of flavors in every bite.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 cup movie theater candies M&M's, Reese's Pieces, etc

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line baking sheets with parchment paper

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined

Fold in the chocolate chips and movie theater candies, distributing them evenly throughout the dough

Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving enough space between each cookie

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely

Enjoy these delightful Movie Candy Cookies as a sweet treat during your favorite movie! Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness