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Coconut Pot Roasted Chicken

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Chicken that has been roasted in a coconut sauce that smells great and has garlic, ginger, lemongrass, and a mix of other fragrant spices in it. This gluten-free dish is full of flavor and great for a dinner party or special occasion. Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, about 4 lbs, rinsed and patted dry 1 can 14 oz coconut milk 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons ginger, minced 2 tablespoons lemongrass, minced 2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish Instructions: In a small bowl, mix together coconut milk, minced garlic, minced ginger, minced lemongrass, gluten-free soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, lime juice, ground coriander, ground cumin, and paprika Place the chicken in...

Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup

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A spicy soup that is hearty and full of flavor. It has shredded chicken, beans, corn, and tomatoes. Great for a warm meal on a cold day. Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, shredded 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can 15 oz corn kernels, drained 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes 1 can 4 oz diced green chilies 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 4 cups chicken broth Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for garnish 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish Tortilla strips or chips for garnish Instructions: Place shredded chicken, diced onion, minced garlic, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced green chilies, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and chicken broth in the Instant Pot Season with salt and pepper to taste Close the Instant...

Braised Red Potatoes with Lemon and Chives

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These braised red potatoes are cooked until tender in a flavorful broth with hints of lemon and garlic. Finished with fresh chives, they make a vibrant and delicious side dish for any meal. Ingredients: 1 lb red potatoes, halved or quartered if large 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup chicken broth 1 lemon, zest and juice 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat Add the potatoes to the skillet, arranging them in a single layer Cook the potatoes, without stirring, until they are golden brown on one side, about 5 minutes Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, and sprinkle the lemon zest over the potatoes Season with salt and pepper Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low ...

Falafel Salad

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The crispy falafel, fresh vegetables, and creamy tahini dressing in this Falafel Salad make it a great meal. It's an easy and quick meal that you can eat for lunch or dinner. Ingredients: 6 falafel balls 2 cups mixed greens lettuce, spinach, arugula 1/2 cucumber, diced 1/2 red bell pepper, diced 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 tablespoons tahini sauce 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Turn on your oven and heat it up to 375F 190C On a baking sheet, put the falafel balls Bake them for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are hot and crispy Make the salad while the falafel is baking Dice the red bell pepper and cucumber and put them in a large bowl Add the cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese Add the olive oil, l...

A Little Pink Ombre Cactus Cupcakes

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These cute cupcakes with a cactus theme have a lovely ombre effect with shades of pink and green. Great for a party with a cactus theme or any other time you want to add some fun and sweetness. Instructions: Warm up your oven to 350F (175C) and put cactus-shaped cupcake liners in a cupcake pan. Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium-sized bowl using a whisk. Leave it alone. Melt the butter and mix it with the sugar in another bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, making sure that each one is fully mixed in before adding the next. Add the vanilla extract and mix well. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones, mixing them in with the milk every so often. Start with the dry ingredients and end with the milk. Don't mix any further than that. Separate the cupcake batter into three equal parts. One part should be left plain, while the other two should be colored with pink gel food ...

Ghost Meringues

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These adorable Ghost Meringues are a perfect gluten-free treat for Halloween. They are light, crisp, and hauntingly delicious. Decorate them with spooky faces for a festive touch! Ingredients: 4 large egg whites 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Black gel food coloring for decorating Piping bag with a round tip Parchment paper Instructions: Preheat your oven to 200F 93C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed until they form stiff peaks Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to beat the egg whites Beat until the mixture is glossy and the sugar is fully dissolved Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined Transfer the meringue mixture into a piping bag fitted with a round tip Pipe ghost shapes onto the parchment paper-lined baking sheet Start w...