Ingredients: Ripe Bananas: 3 large, very ripe bananas (mashed, about 1 1/2 cups) Eggs: 2 large eggs Melted Oil: 1/4 cup coconut oil or olive oil (or a neutral-flavored vegetable oil) Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon Natural Sweetener: 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey (adjust sweetness to your preference) Whole Wheat Flour: 1 3/4 cups Baking […]
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating time) Cook Time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients For the Marinade: 2 cups buttermilk 1 tablespoon hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot) 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper For the Dredge: 3 cups all-purpose […]
Slow Cooker Pork Fillet with Apples Recipe
Ingredients: 1.5-2 lb pork tenderloin 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 medium onion, sliced 2 apples (tart varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best), cored and sliced 1/2 cup apple cider or apple juice 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional) Instructions Prep […]
Pico de gallo Recipe
Yields: About 2 cups Prep time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 3-4 ripe Roma tomatoes (or your favorite variety) ½ cup finely diced white onion 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime) ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste ¼ teaspoon black pepper (optional) […]
Spicy Bean Burgers with Lime Yogurt & Salsa Recipe
Yields: 6 burgers Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10-12 minutes Ingredients: For the bean burgers: 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Panko breadcrumbs work great for extra crunch) 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 1 large egg 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 […]
Healthy Turkey Meatballs Recipe
Ingredients For the Meatballs: 1 pound (450g) ground turkey (93% lean or leaner) 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or whole wheat work well) 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tbsp dried) 1 large egg 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt […]
Black Olive Tapenade Recipe
Black olive tapenade is a delicious and versatile spread or dip made with briny olives, fresh herbs, and a touch of acidity. It’s perfect for serving with crackers, bread, or crudités, or you can use it to add flavor to sandwiches or pasta dishes. This recipe is easy to follow and can be customized to […]
Lighter Chicken Tacos Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: For the Chicken: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional) 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper For the Toppings: 1 cup […]
Sweet Potato and Coconut Soup Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 10-15 minutes Cook time: 35-40 minutes Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and cubed 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for […]
Easy Turkey Burgers Recipe
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey (Preferably 93% lean for a good balance of flavor and moisture) 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (Yellow or white onion works) 1/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (Plain or Italian-style both work. Or substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed) 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon ketchup 1 […]