Smoky Red Bean Soup

A hearty and flavorful soup with a smoky twist, perfect for cold days. The slow cooker method allows the beans to absorb all the rich flavors, resulting in a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb dried red beans
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: smoked sausage, sliced

Instructions:

Rinse the red beans and soak them overnight in water

In the morning, drain and rinse the beans, then add them to the slow cooker

Add chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, diced celery, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker

If using, add sliced smoked sausage

Stir everything together, cover, and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, or until beans are tender

Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if needed

Serve hot, optionally garnished with chopped parsley or sour cream

Chipotle Tahini Harvest Bowl

A delicious and nutritious harvest bowl featuring the smoky heat of chipotle tahini dressing combined with roasted sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and an array of fresh and flavorful ingredients. This bowl is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, making it a perfect choice for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 1 cup roasted sweet potatoes, cubed
• 1 cup roasted Brussels sprouts, halved
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup corn kernels
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
• 2 tablespoons chipotle tahini dressing

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 425F 220C

Toss the sweet potato cubes and Brussels sprout halves in olive oil, salt, and pepper

Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes or until they are tender and slightly caramelized

In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, black beans, corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh cilantro

Drizzle the chipotle tahini dressing over the salad and toss to combine, ensuring everything is well coated

Sprinkle pumpkin seeds on top for added crunch

Serve the Chipotle Tahini Harvest Bowl immediately or refrigerate for later

Enjoy!

Easy Orange Popsicles

These easy homemade orange popsicles are a refreshing treat perfect for hot summer days. Made with fresh orange juice, honey, and Greek yogurt, they are a healthier alternative to store-bought popsicles.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh orange juice
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

Instructions:

Mix orange juice, honey, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until everything is well mixed

Mix in the Greek yogurt until it's smooth

Place the mix into popsicle molds

Place popsicle sticks inside the molds

Put it in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until it's completely frozen

Just run the molds under warm water for a second to get the popsicles out of the molds after they are frozen

Have fun with your homemade orange popsicles!

Seven Layer Taco Dip Burger

The Seven Layer Taco Dip Burger is a tasty and filling meal that combines the tastes of a classic taco dip with a juicy burger.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 cup refried beans
• 1 cup guacamole
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 4 hamburger buns

Instructions:

Cook the ground beef in a pan over medium-low heat until it turns brown

Get rid of extra fat

Follow the directions on the packet to add the taco seasoning and water

Keep cooking until the mixture gets thick

After cooking the beans, put some on the bottom half of each hamburger bun

Add some cooked, seasoned beef on top

Put guacamole on top of the beef

Put some salsa on top of the guacamole food

On top of the salsa, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese

Put sour cream on top of the cheese

Add chopped green onions and sliced black olives on top

Cover each burger with the top half of the bun

Serve right away and enjoy!

Chocolate Caramel Cookies

With these delectable cookies, you can indulge in the perfect combination of rich chocolate and gooey caramel. They will delight your taste buds!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup caramel bits

Instructions:

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

Mix the cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and flour together in a bowl using a whisk

Melt the butter and mix it with the white sugar and brown sugar in a different bowl until the mixture is smooth

To the butter and sugar mix, add the egg and vanilla extract and mix well

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones, mixing only until everything is well combined

The chocolate chips and caramel bits should be carefully mixed in

The baking sheet should be ready

Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto it

After the oven is hot, bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the middle is still a little soft

After taking the cookies out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way

Have fun with these tasty chocolate caramel cookies!

Untitled Coffee Cocktail

A delightful blend of coffee liqueur, vodka, and cold brew coffee, perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz coffee liqueur
• 1 oz vodka
• 1 oz cold brew coffee
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

Fill a shaker with ice cubes

Add coffee liqueur, vodka, cold brew coffee, and simple syrup into the shaker

Shake well until chilled

Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice

Garnish with coffee beans if desired

Serve and enjoy!

Zero Point Vegetable Soup

Enjoy this Zero Point Vegetable Soup that is good for you if you are on Weight Watchers! This soup is great for a light and filling meal because it is made with a lot of different colored vegetables and tasty seasonings. It also has no points, which makes it a great choice for people on the Weight Watchers program.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 cup green beans, chopped
• 1 can 14
• 5 oz diced tomatoes
• 2 cups chopped spinach
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

Set vegetable broth on medium heat in a large pot

Peel and slice the carrots and celery, then dice the bell pepper and zucchini

Finally, chop the green beans and add the diced tomatoes with their juices to the pot

Put in the Italian seasoning and slowly heat the soup up

For about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft, let the soup cook

Add the chopped spinach and cook for another two to three minutes, until the spinach is soft

Add pepper and salt to taste

Serve the Zero Point Vegetable Soup hot with fresh parsley that has been chopped on top

Have fun!