Shaved Brussels Sprout Vegan Caesar Salad

This Shaved Brussels Sprout Vegan Caesar Salad is a new and tasty take on the classic Caesar salad. Instead of lettuce, the base is made of shaved Brussels sprouts. Tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing and topped with vegan parmesan cheese, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crunchy croutons, it's full of vegan-friendly foods.

Ingredients:

• 200g Brussels sprouts, shaved
• 1/2 cup vegan Caesar dressing
• 1/4 cup vegan parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup croutons, preferably whole grain
• 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

Instructions:

Wash and trim Brussels sprouts, then thinly shave them using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shaved Brussels sprouts with vegan Caesar dressing

Toss until evenly coated

Add cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, and croutons to the bowl

Toss gently to incorporate all ingredients

Sprinkle vegan parmesan cheese over the salad

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Baked Potato Soup

Baked potatoes, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and bacon are used to make this hearty and creamy soup.

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes, baked
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Peel the baked potatoes and mash them in a large pot

Add chicken broth and milk to the pot

Stir well

Cook over medium heat until heated through, about 10 minutes

Add shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, and bacon to the pot

Stir until cheese is melted and ingredients are well combined

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve hot, garnished with additional shredded cheese, green onions, and bacon if desired

Eight-Layer Dip

This Eight-Layer Dip is a classic party favorite, perfect for gatherings and game nights. Each layer adds its own unique flavor, creating a delicious combination that's sure to be a hit with your guests.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups refried beans
• 1 cup guacamole
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Instructions:

In a serving dish, spread the refried beans evenly as the first layer

Layer the guacamole on top of the beans, spreading it evenly

Spread the sour cream over the guacamole layer

Pour salsa on top of the sour cream layer and spread it evenly

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the salsa layer

Add sliced black olives as the next layer

Follow with diced tomatoes, spreading them evenly

Finish by sprinkling chopped green onions over the top layer

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving

Keto Sausage & Egg Breakfast Cups

These Keto Sausage & Egg Breakfast Cups are a convenient and delicious low-carb option for meal prep. Packed with protein and flavor, they make for a satisfying breakfast or snack on the go.

Ingredients:

• 8 large eggs
• 8 oz ground sausage
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
• 1/4 cup diced onions
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

Warm your oven up to 375F 190C and spray cooking spray into a muffin tin

Break up the ground sausage into small pieces and cook it in a skillet over medium-low heat until it turns brown

Get rid of extra fat

Add salt and pepper to the eggs and beat them in a bowl

Add the cooked sausage, shredded cheese, diced bell peppers, and onions, and mix everything together well

Spread the egg mix out in each muffin tin

The eggs should be baked in a hot oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are set and have a light golden color on top

Take it out of the oven when it's done and let it cool a bit before serving

Keep in the fridge to make ahead of time meals or eat warm

Beef and Broccoli

A traditional Chinese-American dish made with soft beef slices and crunchy broccoli florets that are stir-fried in a tasty sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, cornstarch, and water

Set aside

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat

Add beef slices and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side

Remove from skillet and set aside

In the same skillet, add broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes, until slightly tender

Return beef to the skillet, add the soy sauce mixture, sesame oil, and ginger

Stir well to combine

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli

Garnish with sliced green onions

Serve hot over cooked rice

Crock Pot Corn Chowder

This slow cooker corn chowder is creamy, hearty, and loaded with flavor. It's the perfect comfort food for chilly days.

Ingredients:

• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups frozen corn kernels
• 3 medium potatoes, diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy

Remove and set aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the skillet

Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with bacon fat

Cook until softened

Transfer cooked onion and garlic to the slow cooker

Add frozen corn, diced potatoes, chicken broth, heavy cream, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker

Stir to combine

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are tender

Before serving, stir in cooked bacon

Garnish each serving with chopped fresh parsley

Enjoy!

Crock Pot Under the Sea Dip

This Under the Sea Dip from the Crock Pot is a tasty and creamy seafood dip that is great for parties and get-togethers. With the slow cooker method, all the flavors come together beautifully, making an appetizer that will impress your guests.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb mixed seafood shrimp, crab, scallops, etc
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

Put cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, green onions, sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, black pepper, and salt in a bowl

Mix the ingredients together until they are well blended

Add the mixed seafood and mix it in until it's spread out evenly

Put the mixture in a slow cooker

Cover and cook on low for two to three hours, stirring every now and then, until the dip is hot all the way through and bubbling

Put the dip in the slow cooker and set it to "warm

" This will keep it warm while you serve it