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Best Baked Beans with Bacon

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These baked beans with bacon are a hearty and satisfying side dish. The savory sauce, combined with the smoky flavor of bacon, makes them truly irresistible. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a comforting side at home. Ingredients: 4 slices of bacon, chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cans 28 ounces each of baked beans, drained 1/4 cup ketchup 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons molasses 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt Instructions: Set the oven temperature to 175C 350F Cook the chopped bacon over medium heat in a large ovenproof skillet until crispy The bacon grease should remain in the skillet after the bacon has been removed and set aside When the bacon grease is in the skillet, add the finely chopped onion and saut it until it turns translucent and starts to car

Epic Mini Burger Slider Board - Reluctant Entertainer

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Combine the best of both worlds by making an epic mini burger slider board with a tasty charcuterie spread. Great for having people over and impressing them. Ingredients: 12 mini burger sliders 1 cup of shredded lettuce 1 cup of sliced tomatoes 1/2 cup of sliced red onions 1/2 cup of pickles 1/2 cup of ketchup 1/2 cup of mustard 1/2 cup of mayonnaise 1/2 cup of sliced cheese various types 12 small brioche buns Charcuterie items: - 1 cup of assorted cured meats salami, prosciutto, chorizo - 1 cup of assorted cheeses cheddar, gouda, brie - 1/2 cup of olives green and black - 1/2 cup of roasted nuts almonds, cashews - 1/2 cup of dried fruits apricots, figs - 1/2 cup of grainy mustard Fresh herbs for garnish rosemary, thyme Crackers and breadsticks for serving Instructions: Preheat your grill or stovetop griddle over medium-high heat Season th

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos

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This slow cooker shredded beef is perfect for tacos or enchiladas. It's flavorful, tender, and incredibly easy to make. Just throw everything into the slow cooker, let it cook low and slow, and enjoy deliciously seasoned beef that's ready to be stuffed into your favorite Mexican dishes. Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck roast 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup beef broth 1 can 4 oz diced green chilies 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp oregano Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Put the beef chuck roast in the crock pot Diced green chilies, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper should all be added Add the beef broth and mix it in Leave the lid on and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 to 5 hours, until the beef is soft and can be shred with a fork Use two forks to shred the beef after it's done cookin

Fish Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Slaw and Chipotle Cream

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A tasty and different take on regular fish tacos are these Fish Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Slaw and Chipotle Cream. Chipotle cream that has been smoked gives it a spicy kick, and grilled pineapple slaw makes it cool and tangy. Great for a quick and filling meal! Ingredients: 1 lb white fish fillets such as cod or tilapia 1 cup pineapple chunks 2 cups cabbage, thinly sliced 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 8 small tortillas corn or flour 1/2 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped adjust to taste 1 lime, juiced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Instructions: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat In a bowl, combine pineapple chunks, cabbage, red onion, and cilantro to make the slaw Toss well In a separate bowl

Butternut Squash Coconut Curry

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This Butternut Squash Coconut Curry is a flavorful and comforting vegan dish that's perfect for chilly days. The combination of sweet butternut squash, creamy coconut milk, and aromatic spices creates a deliciously satisfying meal. Ingredients: 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced 1 can 14 oz coconut milk 1 onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 2 tablespoons curry powder 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon coriander 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 cup vegetable broth Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh cilantro, for garnish optional Cooked rice, for serving Instructions: Put coconut oil in a large pot or skillet and heat it over medium-low heat Chop up the ginger, onion, and garlic and add them It will take about 5 minutes of cooking until the onion is clear Add the coriander, cumin, turmeric, an

Low Carb Raspberry Coconut Popsicles

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Raspberry coconut popsicles that are low in carbs and dairy-free are a cool treat that are great for hot days. They are creamy, fruity, and don't make you feel bad because they are made with coconut cream and fresh raspberries. Ingredients: 1 cup coconut cream 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/2 cup fresh raspberries 2-3 tablespoons powdered erythritol or sweetener of choice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Put raspberry puree, almond milk, coconut cream, erythritol, and vanilla extract in a blender Mix everything together until it's smooth Place the mix into popsicle molds Place popsicle sticks inside the molds Put it in the freezer for at least four hours, or until it's solid Take the popsicles out of the molds and enjoy once they are frozen