Food and Recipes
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Egg Recipes for Breakfast
Whole eggs are one of the most complete sources of protein, meaning eggs contain all the essential amino acids which we must get from our diets. Eggs do also contain Lutein and Zeaxanthin, antioxidants that have major benefits for eye health. Also and most importantly they taste delicious. Take a look at these brilliant egg recipes that are perfect for breakfast. Basil Arugula Crispy Egg Toast Ingredients: 1/2 c. olive oil, plus 3 tbsp. for frying eggs 2 large eggs 2 slices bread 1/4 c. chopped fresh basil arugula goat cheese Source: goodhousekeeping.com Mint Pesto Baked Eggs Ingredients: 1 c. packed fresh cilantro leaves 1/2 c. packed fresh mint leaves 1/2 c. shelled pistachios 2 jalapeño chiles, seeded…
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Creamy Asparagus Soup
Asparagus is not just low in calories but also packed with essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. This food is low in saturated fat and low in both cholesterol and sodium and a very good source of dietary fiber. Want a healthy lunch? Take a look at this simple recipe. Ingredients 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 clove garlic, minced 2 lb. asparagus kosher salt Ground black pepper 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1/2 c. heavy cream After taste, add some Heavy cream for garnish Freshly chopped chives, for garnish Freshly chopped dill, for garnish Directions Melt butter in a pot and add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add asparagus and season with salt…
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Refreshing Rhubarb summer drinks
Rhubarb is grown widely and is one of the first food plants to be harvested every year. Although rhubarb is a vegetable, it is often put to the same culinary uses as fruits. The stalks are most commonly cooked with sugar and used in pies, crumbles and other desserts. The rhubarb stalks can also been used in delicious and refreshing summer drinks. Lets take a look at some Rhubarb summer drinks recipes from YouTube. Rhubarb lemonade by Wyse Guide Rhubarb Mojito by Everyday Gourmet With Blakely Rhubarb Collins by ModernWifestyle
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Silla´s Kitchen – The Carefree cook –
Our favorite Foodie is Silla´s Kitchen. Her recipes are so delicious, she cooks quick and easy, fish, meat, veggie and family friendly dishes. We simple had to share her food with you. Silla is an Icelandic foodie living in London. She is a mother of two, a wife to an athlete and she tries to cook healthy food for her family. But Silla doesn´t just cook for her family and friends. She also offers people lessons, both individual and in a groups. She can also be your private chef, she cooks at your home or brings the food to you, whatever suits you better. If you are having a dinner…
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Bacon and Broccoli Salad
Quick and easy delicious bacon and broccoli salad for the champs! Ingredients 8-10 slices bacon 2-3 heads fresh broccoli (chopped) 1 1/2 cups sharp Cheddar Cheese (shredded) 1/2 red onion (chopped) 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 2 tsp ground black pepper 1 tsp salt 2/3 cup sour cream 1 tsp fresh lemon juice Directions Salad: Cook the bacon over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain and crumble. Combine in a large bowl, broccoli, cheese, bacon and onion. Dressing: Whisk together in a small bowl, red wine vinegar, pepper, salt, sour cream and lemon juice. Then combine dressing and salad, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!
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Sunday Brunch
Baked Avocado is both healthy and easy brunch to make, perfect for rush morning. Avocado is full of healthy fatty acids and high protein count. Ingredients 3 large Avocados 6 Eggs 3 slices Smoked Salmon (cut into pieces) Pinch of Cayenne pepper 1 tbs chopped Chives Toasted bred to serve Directions Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Slice the avocados in half, take out the pit and scoop out bit of flesh out, just enough so the egg will fit in the center. Add little a little salmon to each and then the egg yolks. Place the avocados in a baking dish. Place in the oven and bake for 15-20…
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Mexican Bean Salad
Let´s spice up this Monday with a colorful and refreshing bean salad, are you ready? Ingredients 1 can black beans 1 can kidney beans 1 can cannellini beans 1 green bell pepper (chopped) 1 read bell pepper (chopped) 1 read onion (chopped) 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 2 tsp fresh lime juice 1 tsp salt 1 clove crushed garlic 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1 dash hot pepper sauce 1/2 tsp chili powder Directions Drain and rinse the beans. Combine beans, bell peppers and onion in a large bowl. Then whisk together olive oil, red wine…
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Homemade Tomato Soup
Ingredients 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, sliced pinch of salt 2 lbs tomatoes 2-3 cloves garlic, sliced 1 tbsp uncooked white rice a sprig of fresh thyme or basil 1/2 bay leaf 1 tsp garam masala Directions Add to a large pot butter, olive oil, large onion, sliced and pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat until things start to sizzle, and then cover and reduce to low until your onions are soft. Stir ’em around now and then. While your onions continue to simmer, wash and core your tomatoes. When your onions are nice and soft then slice your garlic and toss it into the pot and cook for…
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Spice of the month – Harissa
Harissa spice mix is a fiery chili paste or spice blend mix used liberally in Tunisia, other North African countries and the Middle East to flavor all kinds of foods and dishes such as soups, stews, hummus, couscous, vegetables, dips etc. The recipe varies by region and local taste but usually contains a common thread of dried red chilies, paprika, garlic, cumin and coriander. Harissa spiced lamb with cannellini beans Source: BBC Food Ingredients 4 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp ground cumin 2 tbsp ground coriander 1kg/2lb 4oz lamb neck fillet, trimmed and cut into small pieces 2.5cm/1in piece fresh root ginger, finely grated 2 onions, thinly sliced 250ml/9fl oz dry white wine 400g tin chopped tomatoes 2 tbsp tomato purée 2…
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Spicy Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup
The soup recipe for last Wednesday in January is a black bean soup from allrecipes.com Ingredients 1 pound dry black beans, soaked overnight 4 teaspoons diced jalapeno peppers 6 cups chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Directions Drain black beans, and rinse. Combine beans, jalapenos, and chicken broth in a slow cooker. Season with garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, pepper, and hot pepper sauce. Cook on High for 4 hours. Reduce heat to Low, and continue cooking for 2 hours, or until you are ready to eat.
