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These beef empanadas are filled with flavorful ground beef and spices, baked until golden brown and crispy. They are served with a creamy black bean dipping sauce that adds a delicious contrast of flavors. Perfect for a snack, appetizer, or main dish! Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 bell pepper, diced 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp chili powder Salt and pepper to taste 1 package empanada dough store-bought or homemade 1 egg, beaten for egg wash 1 cup black beans, cooked and mashed 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup salsa 1/2 lime, juiced 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro Salt to taste Instructions: Warm the oven up to 190C 375F Cook the ground beef in a pan over medium-low heat until it turns brown Get rid of extra fat Cut up some onion, garlic, and bell pepper and add them to the pan Cook the vegetables until...

A quick and easy way to use the Instant Pot to make hard-boiled eggs, great for a keto-friendly snack or meal prep. Ingredients: 6 large eggs 1 cup water Instructions: Fill up the Instant Pot with one cup of water Put the rack or trivet inside the pot Place the eggs on the trivet with care Close the lid and turn the valve so that it seals Choose either "Manual" or "Pressure Cook," and then set the timer for 5 minutes of high pressure Let the pressure drop naturally for 5 minutes after the timer goes off After 5 minutes, quickly and carefully let go of any pressure that is still there Take off the lid and put the eggs in a bowl with ice water for five minutes This will stop the cooking process Enjoy the eggs after you peel them

It's easy to make this Pesto Chicken Pizza, which has a lot of different toppings and tastes great with the rich flavors of pesto. It's great for a quick dinner during the week or a chill get-together with family and friends. Ingredients: 1 pizza dough 1/2 cup pesto sauce 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 1/4 cup black olives, sliced 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil leaves for garnish Instructions: Preheat your oven to 475F 245C and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness Transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border for the crus...

It's easy to make these vegan jam tarts, which are a delicious treat that's great for any event. They have a simple, flaky crust and your favorite vegan jam inside, so they'll satisfy your sweet tooth. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup vegan margarine 2-3 tablespoons cold water 1/4 cup vegan jam any flavor Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C In a mixing bowl, combine flour and vegan margarine until crumbly Gradually add cold water and mix until dough forms Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness Cut dough into circles using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass Press each circle into the sections of a muffin tin, forming tart shells Fill each tart shell with a spoonful of vegan jam Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until crust is golden brown Remove from oven and let cool before serving

This couscous dish tastes great because it has the spiciness of ginger, the brightness of lemon, and the freshness of mint. This recipe is quick and easy, and it can be used as a side dish or as a light meal. Ingredients: 1 cup couscous 1 1/4 cups boiling water 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger Zest of 1 lemon Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Put the couscous, ground ginger, and a pinch of salt in a bowl that can handle heat Add the couscous to the bowl Put a lid or piece of plastic wrap on top and let it sit for 5 minutes Use a fork to fluff up the couscous and separate the grains Add the olive oil to the couscous and mix it in slowly Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and mint leaves that have been cut up Combine well by mixing Add pepper and salt to taste This couscous Zenzero, ...

Grasshopper Mint Cookies are simple to make with a chocolate cake mix. They have a delightful mint flavor with chocolate chips and are ideal for any occasion. Ingredients: 1 box chocolate cake mix 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup powdered sugar Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and peppermint extract Mix until well combined Stir in the semisweet chocolate chips Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll them in powdered sugar Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely Enjoy these delicious Grasshopper Mint Cookies! ...

These ribs that have been spice-rubbed are the perfect mix of sweet and savory, with a little heat. The brown sugar turns into caramel on the grill, giving the ribs a tasty crust. This recipe will be a hit at your next barbecue if you use your favorite barbecue sauce with it. Ingredients: 2 racks of baby back ribs 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons paprika 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup barbecue sauce Instructions: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better flavor penetration In a bowl, mix brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper to create the sp...

This recipe makes hamburgers that are juicy and full of flavor from the spices and Worcestershire sauce. This is a classic recipe that is simple to make and can be changed by adding your favorite toppings. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp onion powder 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 4 hamburger buns Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, pickles Instructions: Set the grill or pan on medium-high heat to get it ready Put ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl and mix them all together until they are well mixed For each patty, take an equal amount of the mixture and split it in half Put the patties on the grill or in a skillet, and cook them for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are done the way you like them On the grill, toast the h...

It's so good that you won't even want a bun! It's a tasty, low-carb alternative that's full of flavor. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp onion powder 4 slices of cheddar cheese 4 lettuce leaves 4 tomato slices 4 pickle slices 4 slices of cooked bacon Ketchup and mustard for topping Instructions: Preheat your grill or stovetop pan to medium-high heat In a bowl, mix the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder Form the seasoned beef into four patties Grill or cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer your burgers more well-done In the last minute of cooking, add a slice of cheddar cheese to each patty and let it melt Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on a plate, followed by a cooked beef patty with m...

This Greek Salad is a great summer salad because it is light and tasty. It has fresh vegetables, salty olives, and creamy feta cheese that have all been mixed together in a tasty dressing. Ingredients: 2 cups of diced cucumbers 2 cups of diced tomatoes 1 cup of diced red onions 1 cup of Kalamata olives 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon of dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Put the olives, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and feta cheese in a large bowl Mix the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a different small bowl using a whisk Pour the dressing over the salad and toss it around so that everything is covered Before serving, put the Greek salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes On a hot summer day, serve as a salad that is both cool and fill...

These Asian-inspired salmon burgers are a delicious twist on traditional burgers. They are made with fresh salmon, green onions, and a blend of Asian flavors. The wasabi mayonnaise adds a spicy kick that complements the salmon perfectly. This burger is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that will satisfy your burger cravings with an Asian twist. Ingredients: 1 pound fresh salmon fillets, skinless and boneless 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs 2 green onions, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 4 burger buns 1 cup lettuce leaves 1 cucumber, thinly sliced 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon wasabi paste 1 teaspoon honey Sesame seeds for garnish Vegetable oil for cooking Instructions: Cut the salmon fillets into small pieces and place them in a food processo...

Delicious and moist zucchini chocolate chip cookies that are a perfect blend of veggies and sweetness. These cookies are a delightful way to enjoy the goodness of zucchini in a sweet treat. Ingredients: 1 cup grated zucchini 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup chocolate chips Instructions: Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet Grate the zucchini and add a pinch of salt to a bowl After 10 minutes, use a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out the extra water Melt the butter and mix it with the sugar in a different bowl until it is light and fluffy Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix them in well Mix the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a different bowl Slowly add the dry ingredients to th...