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Easy Blackberry Banana Smoothie

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This simple blackberry banana smoothie is a healthy and tasty drink that you can have for breakfast or as a quick snack. It's great for vegans and tastes great with fruit. Ingredients: 1 ripe banana 1 cup blackberries, fresh or frozen 1/2 cup plant-based milk such as almond, soy, or coconut 1/4 cup dairy-free yogurt 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave syrup Ice cubes optional Instructions: Cut the banana into pieces after peeling it Put the blackberries, plant-based milk, dairy-free yogurt, banana chunks, and maple syrup in a blender Mix until it's creamy and smooth If you want a colder texture, add ice cubes and blend again until everything is well mixed If you think it needs more sweetness, add more maple syrup or agave syrup Put the smoothie in glasses and serve right away Enjoy this vegan blackberry banana smoothie, it's cool and tasty

Sweet and Salty No Bake Peanut Butter Bars

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These Sweet and Salty No Bake Peanut Butter Bars are a delightful treat that combine the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate with the crunch of pretzels. Easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet and salty cravings. Ingredients: 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 2 cups old-fashioned oats 1 1/2 cups crushed pretzels 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup chocolate chips Instructions: Put parchment paper around the edges of a 9x9-inch baking pan, leaving an overhang to make it easy to take off Put the smooth peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and melted unsalted butter in a large bowl Mix everything together until it's smooth Along with the peanut butter, mix in the old-fashioned oats, crushed pretzels, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt Mix the ingred...

Zucchini Noodles With Lemon Garlic Shrimp

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This Paleo and gluten-free dish combines the freshness of zucchini noodles with the succulent flavor of lemon garlic shrimp, creating a light yet satisfying meal. Ingredients: 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 lemon, juiced and zested Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Instructions: Warm up a big pan with olive oil over medium-low heat For about one minute, until the garlic smells good, add the minced garlic Put the shrimp in the pan and cook for about two to three minutes on each side, until they are pink and opaque Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the shrimp to taste Toss the spiralized zucchini noodles in the pan for about two minutes, or until they are hot all the way through Serve hot with chopped parsley on top

Crock Pot Three Cheese Baked Ziti

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This Three Cheese Baked Ziti in the Crock Pot is a hearty and cheesy pasta dish that's great for busy days. If you use a slow cooker, you can leave it to cook while you do something else. When you return, the food will be ready to be served. Ingredients: 16 oz ziti pasta 24 oz marinara sauce 1 cup ricotta cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup water 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In a bowl, mix together ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese In the crock pot, layer marinara sauce, uncooked ziti pasta, cheese mixture, water, basil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper Repeat layers until ingredients are used up, ending with a layer of cheese on top Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until pasta is tender Serve hot and garnish with additional Pa...

Cranberry Sorbet

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Cranberries add a nice tartness to this delicious sorbet, which is great for people who don't eat dairy. Ingredients: 4 cups cranberries, fresh or frozen 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup water 1 tablespoon lemon juice Instructions: Sugar and water should be mixed in a saucepan Stir the mixture while it's on medium heat until the sugar is gone Bring the cranberries to a boil after adding them to the pan Turn down the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes, or until the cranberries pop To cool down, take it off the heat and let it sit where it is Put the cranberry mixture in a blender and blend it until it is smooth Put the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to get rid of any solids Add the lemon juice and stir Put the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn it for as long as the manufacturer says to, which is usually between 25 and 30 minutes Put the sorbet in a c...

Shrimp Burgers with Chipotle Cream

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These Shrimp Burgers with Chipotle Cream are a tasty way to change up regular burgers with seafood. The chipotle sauce on top of the juicy shrimp patties adds a creamy and slightly spicy kick that makes them a great summer treat. Ingredients: 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 green onion, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste 4 burger buns Lettuce leaves Tomato slices For Chipotle Cream: 1/2 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced 1 teaspoon lime juice Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In a food processor, pulse the shrimp until finely chopped, but not pureed In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, red bell pepper, minced garlic, green onion, paprika, salt, and peppe...

Orange Chicken Kabobs

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These Orange Chicken Kabobs are just the right amount of sweet and savory, with a citrusy kick. The skewered chicken, colorful bell peppers, and red onions are grilled to perfection, making them a tasty and healthy choice for your next barbecue. Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup orange juice 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup honey 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional 2 bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces assorted colors 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Instructions: Mix the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes if you want in a bowl with a whisk Put the chicken in a plastic bag that can be closed again and again Then, pour half of the marinade over the chicken Put the bag ...