Creamy Mushroom & 3 Bean Soup

Enjoy a bowl of creamy mushroom and three bean soup that is full of earthy flavors and good for you. This hearty soup is great for cold nights and can be eaten by itself for a full meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb mushrooms, sliced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can 15 oz cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Put olive oil in a big pot and heat it over medium-low heat

Add the minced garlic and diced onion and cook until the onion is soft

Put in the sliced mushrooms and cook them until they start to brown and give off their water

Put in the vegetable broth and raise the heat

Black beans, kidney beans, and cannellini beans should all be added

Mix well

Let the flavors blend for 15 to 20 minutes while it simmers

Add the heavy cream and season with pepper and salt to taste

Let it cook for five more minutes

Serve hot with fresh parsley on top

Pasta With Peas And Torn Prosciutto Donna Hay

This pasta dish combines the flavors of sweet peas, salty prosciutto, and nutty Parmesan cheese for a simple yet delicious meal. It's a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients:

• 300g pasta
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 100g prosciutto, torn into pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente

Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute

Add torn prosciutto to the skillet and cook until slightly crispy, about 2-3 minutes

Add frozen peas to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes

Add cooked pasta to the skillet along with reserved pasta water

Toss everything together until well combined and heated through

Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves

Enjoy!

Tequila Lime Chicken Sandwiches

These Tequila Lime Chicken Sandwiches are packed with flavor, featuring juicy marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served on a toasted bun with fresh veggies.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup tequila
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 sandwich buns
• Lettuce leaves
• Sliced tomatoes
• Sliced red onion
• Mayonnaise or preferred condiments

Instructions:

Put lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl

Add the tequila and mix it all together

Put the chicken breasts in the sauce and cover for at least 30 minutes

Get a grill or grill pan hot, but not too hot

The chicken breasts should be grilled for six to eight minutes on each side, or until they are done and have grill marks on them

Take the chicken off the grill and give it a minute or two to rest

If you want, you can toast the sandwich buns on the grill

Put lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion on the bottom bun of each sandwich to make it

Add a grilled tequila lime chicken breast on top, and then spread mayonnaise or your favorite toppings on the top bun

Serve right away and enjoy!

Brownie Mix Waffles

With these simple brownie mix waffles, you can make a tasty breakfast or dessert with your brownie mix. On the outside they're crunchy, and on the inside they're gooey. Chocolate lovers will love these.

Ingredients:

• 1 box brownie mix
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup water
• Non-stick cooking spray

Instructions:

Follow the directions that came with your waffle iron to get it hot

Put the brownie mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water in a bowl and mix them together

Mix the batter well and until it is smooth

Use non-stick cooking spray to lightly grease the waffle iron so that it doesn't stick

Use the right amount of batter for your iron's size to pour the brownie mix batter onto the hot waffle iron

Usually, about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter per waffle is enough

The waffles should be crisp and cooked all the way through after 4 to 6 minutes of cooking with the lid on

How long it takes to cook may depend on the waffle iron you use

Remove the brownie mix waffles from the iron with care, and serve them hot

You can put your favorite things on top of them, like ice cream, chocolate chips, or whipped cream

Have fun with your tasty brownie mix waffles!

Glazed Doughnut Twists

A delicious take on the traditional doughnut are these Glazed Doughnut Twists. They have a delightful glaze covering them, and they are twisted into a fun shape. Ideal as a sweet treat at any time of day or for breakfast!

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 packet 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2/3 cup whole milk, warmed
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Vegetable oil for frying
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tbsp milk for glaze
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for glaze
• Sprinkles optional, for decoration

Instructions:

Warm milk and yeast should be combined in a mixing bowl

Until it foams, let it sit for five minutes

Stir together the sugar, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract with the yeast mixture

Mixing until a dough forms, gradually add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients

The dough should be smooth and elastic after about five minutes of kneading on a floured surface

After the dough has doubled in size, place it in a bowl that has been oiled, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise for an hour

On a surface dusted with flour, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch

Slice the dough into thin strips, then coil them into the shape of a twisted doughnut

Preheat vegetable oil to 350F 175C in a deep fryer or large pot

Batch-fry the doughnut twists for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown

Take out the doughnut twists and put them on a plate covered with paper towels to absorb extra oil

To make the glaze, whisk together milk, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar in a separate bowl

To get the glaze consistency you want, adjust the milk

Each doughnut twist should be dipped into the glaze, letting any extra drip off

While the glaze is still wet, sprinkle on some decoration if desired

Before serving, give the glazed doughnut twists a few minutes to set

Have fun!

The Best Tuna Melt

Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this tasty tuna melt recipe. It's sure to become a favorite for lunch or dinner because it's full of tasty tuna salad and melty cheese.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans tuna, drained
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 2 tablespoons diced celery
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 slices bread
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• Butter for spreading

Instructions:

Put tuna, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, parsley, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl

Each piece of bread should have butter on one side

Cover one side of each slice of bread with a slice of cheddar cheese

Spread the tuna mixture over the cheese on two slices of bread so that it covers the whole thing

Place the last slices of bread on top of each, buttered side out

Place the pan on medium heat

It will take about 34 minutes per side for the sandwiches to turn golden brown and the cheese to melt after you put them in the pan

Enjoy while hot!

Lemon Garlic Chicken

This Lemon Garlic Chicken recipe is full of flavor and great for people on the Keto or gluten-free diet. Delicious food is made when you mix sour lemon, fragrant garlic, and salty chicken.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 lemons, juiced and zested
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, dried thyme, salt, and pepper

Add chicken breasts to the bowl, ensuring they are coated evenly with the marinade

Let it marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator

Preheat the oven to 375F 190C

Place marinated chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour any remaining marinade over the top

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving

Sweet Potato Rice

This Sweet Potato Rice recipe is a paleo and Whole30-friendly alternative to traditional rice. It's a flavorful and nutritious side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for a kick
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Peel and wash the sweet potatoes

Cut the sweet potatoes into small, rice-sized pieces using a food processor or a grater

In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat

Add the sweet potato rice to the skillet and saut for about 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes tender

Season the sweet potato rice with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper if using

Continue to saut for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potato rice is cooked through and slightly crispy on the edges

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley

Serve hot as a delicious and healthy side dish!

Graduation Cookies - A Bright Future

With these delightful graduation cookies, you can toast to a bright future. They're a sweet way to start a new journey, and they're loaded with chocolate chips.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt

In a separate large bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy

Add the egg to the wet mixture and beat well

Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined

Stir in the chocolate chips

Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely