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This Apple, Fennel, and Manchego Salad is delicious. It has crunchy walnuts, crisp apples, fragrant fennel, and creamy Manchego cheese. The sweet and sour dressing brings it all together. This salad is great for a light and healthy meal because it's cool and tasty.

Ingredients: 2 apples, thinly sliced. 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced. 1/2 cup Manchego cheese, shaved. 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped. 4 cups mixed greens. 1/4 cup olive oil. 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar. 1 tablespoon honey. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Put the sliced apples, fennel, Manchego cheese, and mixed greens in a large bowl. Whisk the honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper into the olive oil in a separate small bowl. This will make the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss it around to cover everything evenly. To make the salad look nicer, sprinkle the toasted walnuts on top. Serve right away and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Enjoy the delicious fusion of a donut and a croissant by making these homemade cronuts. These sweet, flaky treats are great for dessert or breakfast.

Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour. 1/4 cup granulated sugar. 1 packet active dry yeast. 1/2 cup warm milk. 1/4 cup warm water. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold. 1 egg. Oil for frying. 1/2 cup powdered sugar. 1 tablespoon milk. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Instructions: In a bowl, combine warm milk and warm water. Sprinkle yeast over it and let it sit for 5 minutes. In a separate bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut cold butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter to combine until it resembles coarse crumbs. Pour the yeast mixture and beaten egg into the flour mixture. Mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Roll out the dough into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle. Fold it into thirds like a letter. Chill for 30 minutes. Roll out the chilled dough again and fold it into thirds. Chill for another 30 minutes. Roll out the dough to 1/2-inch thickness and cut out cronuts using a round cutter. Let them rise for 30 minutes. Heat oil to 350F 180C and fry cronuts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make the glaze. Dip cronuts in the glaze and let them cool. Serve and enjoy!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

The sour lime and crunchy pecans in these Lime-Pecan Shortbread Bars go well with the buttery shortbread crust. It's perfect for a cool treat!

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour. 1/2 cup powdered sugar. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened. 2 tablespoons lime zest. 2 tablespoons lime juice. 1/4 cup chopped pecans.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish. Put flour, powdered sugar, and softened butter in a bowl and mix them together. Mix until it falls apart. Spread the mixture out evenly in the bottom of the baking dish that has been prepared. After the oven is hot, bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown. Mix the chopped pecans, lime zest, and lime juice together while the crust is baking. When the crust is done, evenly spread the lime-pecan mix on top of it. Put it back in the oven and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the topping is set. Let it cool all the way down before cutting it into bars. Have fun!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

These Cinnamon Chocolate Brownies are rich, fudgy, and have a hint of warm cinnamon flavor. They are a great treat for any event.

Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter. 1 cup granulated sugar. 2 large eggs. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/3 cup cocoa powder. 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Mix in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and ground cinnamon until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs, but not wet batter. Allow brownies to cool in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

A healthy and refreshing salad made with potatoes and green lentils dressed in a sour sauce.

Ingredients: 1 cup green lentils, cooked. 3 large potatoes, boiled and diced. 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped. 1/2 cup celery, diced. 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped. 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar. 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked green lentils, diced potatoes, chopped red onion, diced celery, chopped parsley, and chopped dill. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the lentil mixture and toss until everything is well coated. Adjust seasoning according to taste preferences. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Kale, quinoa, blueberries, and pomegranate seeds are just a few of the healthy foods that are in this Superfoods Salad. It tastes great and is also very good for you.

Ingredients: 2 cups kale, chopped. 1 cup quinoa, cooked. 1/2 cup blueberries. 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds. 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped. 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled. 1/4 cup avocado, diced. 1/4 cup carrots, shredded. 1/4 cup cucumber, diced.

Instructions: Put the cooked quinoa and chopped kale in a large salad bowl. The bowl should now have blueberries, pomegranate seeds, walnuts, and feta cheese in it. Mix everything together slowly. Diced avocado, carrots, and cucumber should be put on top of the salad. Put olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix them together with a whisk. Just before you serve the salad, drizzle it with the dressing. Toss to mix, and then enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

This Keto-friendly dish combines spiralized vegetables with smoked tofu and a flavorful spicy peanut sauce for a satisfying and healthy meal.

Ingredients: 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized. 1 large carrot, spiralized. 200g smoked tofu, cubed. 2 tablespoons sesame oil. 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari. 2 tablespoons peanut butter. 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce. 1 tablespoon rice vinegar. 1 teaspoon minced ginger. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 green onions, chopped. 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts, for garnish. Salt and pepper, to taste.

Instructions: For the spicy peanut sauce, mix soy sauce, peanut butter, sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic in a small bowl with a whisk. Warm up the sesame oil in a big pan over medium-high heat. Put in the smoked tofu cubes and cook for about 5 minutes, until it turns golden brown. Add carrot and zucchini noodles that have been spiralized to the pan. After two to three minutes, the vegetables should be soft but still crisp. Mix the peanut sauce with heat and add it to the noodles and tofu. Mix everything together well to cover it all. Add one more minute to heat the sauce up. Add pepper and salt to taste. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped peanuts and green onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Cast Iron Onion Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and topped with caramelized onions for a sweet and savory kick. Cooking them in a cast iron skillet gives them a delicious char and locks in the juices, making them an irresistible choice for burger lovers.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1 large onion, thinly sliced. 4 slices cheddar cheese. 4 hamburger buns. 2 tbsp olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and form them into patties. Season the patties with salt and pepper. Add olive oil to the skillet and cook the sliced onions until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside. Place the beef patties in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness. During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of cheddar cheese and cover the skillet to melt the cheese. Toast the hamburger buns in the skillet until lightly browned. Assemble the burgers by placing a beef patty on the bottom half of each bun, then topping with caramelized onions and the top bun.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

A simple recipe for grilled macaroni and cheese that tastes great and is smoked with a Traeger grill.

Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni. 1/2 cup unsalted butter. 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. 4 cups whole milk. 1 tsp dry mustard. 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. 1/2 tsp garlic powder. 1/2 tsp onion powder. 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. Salt and black pepper to taste. 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese. 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.

Instructions: Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions, then drain and set aside. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a smooth paste roux. Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps form. Add dry mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well. Simmer the sauce until it thickens, then reduce heat and add shredded cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Stir until cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth. Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, mixing thoroughly. Preheat your Traeger smoker to 225F 107C. Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a Traeger-safe pan and place it in the smoker. Smoke the mac and cheese for 1-1.5 hours or until a smoky flavor is achieved. In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs with chopped parsley. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the smoked mac and cheese. Continue smoking for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown. Remove from the smoker and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley if desired. Enjoy your Traeger Smoked Mac and Cheese!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 100 minutes