Once Upon A Hobbit

This Raspberry Rose Cocktail is both refreshing and classy. It is made with gin, raspberry liqueur, and rose syrup. The rose syrup's floral notes go well with the sourness of the fresh raspberries and lemon juice, making a perfectly balanced drink.

Ingredients: 2 oz gin. 0.75 oz raspberry liqueur. 0.5 oz rose syrup. 0.75 oz lemon juice. 4-5 fresh raspberries. Ice cubes. Rose petals for garnish.

Instructions: In a cocktail shaker, muddle fresh raspberries. Add gin, raspberry liqueur, rose syrup, lemon juice, and ice cubes to the shaker. Shake well until chilled. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass filled with ice. Garnish with a few fresh raspberries and rose petals. Serve and enjoy!

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Make a tasty pizza on a sheet pan and eat it for dinner with family and friends. You can change up the toppings in this simple recipe to make a pizza that everyone will love.

Ingredients: 1 sheet of pizza dough. 1/2 cup pizza sauce. 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese. 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni. 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers. 1/2 cup sliced black olives. 1/2 cup sliced red onions. 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms. 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. Salt and pepper to taste. Olive oil for drizzling.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 425F 220C. Roll out the pizza dough to fit a sheet pan, and place it on a greased sheet pan. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Layer on the pepperoni, bell peppers, black olives, red onions, and mushrooms. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the top. Season the pizza with dried oregano, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste. Drizzle a little olive oil over the pizza for a crispy crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a minute or two, slice, and serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

This Mexican Corn Dip is a skinny and easy-to-make appetizer perfect for parties or game day gatherings. Packed with flavor from salsa verde, lime juice, and cumin, this dip is lightened up with low-fat Greek yogurt while still being creamy and delicious. Customize with your favorite toppings for an extra kick!

Ingredients: 1 can 15 ounces low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained. 1 can 15 ounces low-sodium corn, drained. 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt. 1 cup salsa verde. 1/2 cup diced red onion. 1/2 cup diced bell pepper. 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro. 1 tablespoon lime juice. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. Salt and pepper to taste. Optional toppings: sliced jalapenos, diced avocado, shredded cheese, chopped green onions.

Instructions: Add Greek yogurt, salsa verde, red onion, bell pepper, cilantro, salt, pepper, lime juice, and cumin to a large bowl. Pour in the black beans. Mix the ingredients together well until they are spread out evenly. Put the dish in the fridge for at least 30 minutes with the lid on to let the flavors mix. Taste the food before serving and make any necessary seasoning changes. Add any toppings you'd like on top. You can dip it in tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Put these Easy BBQ Beef and Cheddar Sliders between two toasted slider buns. The savory beef, tangy barbecue sauce, and melted cheddar cheese make for a great combination. They're easy to make and will be a hit at your next barbecue or other casual get-together.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1/2 cup barbecue sauce. 1 tsp garlic powder. 1 tsp onion powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 12 slider buns. 6 slices cheddar cheese. 1/4 cup butter, melted. 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce. 1 tbsp Dijon mustard. 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Warm up the grill or griddle on the stove over medium-high heat. Put the ground beef, barbecue sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix them all together until they are well mixed. Mix the beef and make 12 small patties. Put the patties on a grill or griddle that has already been heated up. Cook for three to four minutes on each side, or until they are done the way you like them. Melt the butter and mix it with the Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl. Put the slider buns on a grill or griddle and toast them for about one minute, until they turn golden brown. Brush them with the butter mixture. Put a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each beef patty to melt in the last minute of cooking. To make the sliders, put a beef patty with melted cheese on a toasted bun for each one. If you want, you can add chopped fresh parsley as a garnish and hold it together with toothpicks. Enjoy the Easy BBQ Beef and Cheddar Sliders while they're still hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

This sesame chicken and asparagus pasta dish is tasty and filling because it has tender chicken, crisp asparagus, and a flavorful sesame sauce.

Ingredients: 200g pasta noodles. 2 chicken breasts, sliced thinly. 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces. 2 tablespoons sesame oil. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons soy sauce. 2 tablespoons rice vinegar. 1 tablespoon honey. 1 teaspoon grated ginger. 2 tablespoons sesame seeds. Salt and pepper to taste. Chopped green onions for garnish.

Instructions: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sliced chicken. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through. Add asparagus pieces to the skillet and cook until slightly tender, about 3-4 minutes. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and sesame seeds. Pour the sauce over the chicken and asparagus in the skillet. Stir to coat evenly. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until well combined and heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Indulge in the flavors of fall with this keto-friendly pumpkin pie. Made with a creamy pumpkin filling and a low-carb crust, it's the perfect guilt-free dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients: 1 can 15 ounces pumpkin puree. 3 large eggs. 1 cup heavy cream. 1/2 cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1 pre-made low-carb pie crust.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 175F 350C. Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, heavy cream, sweetener, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt to a large bowl. Use an electric mixer to mix the ingredients well. Spread the mixture out evenly in the low-carb pie crust that has already been made. It should be baked for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the middle is set. Let the pie cool down all the way before you serve it. You could put it in the fridge for a few hours to help it set even more. You can serve it with whipped cream after cutting it up. Have fun with your tasty keto pumpkin pie!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

This Quinoa Veggie Stir-Fry is packed with protein and veggies, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal. It's quick and easy to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa. 2 cups water. 2 tablespoons soy sauce. 1 tablespoon sesame oil. 1 bell pepper, sliced. 1 cup broccoli florets. 1 carrot, julienned. 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tablespoon grated ginger. 1 tablespoon rice vinegar. 2 green onions, chopped. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Use cold water to rinse the quinoa. Mix quinoa and water in a saucepan. Before you turn off the heat, let the quinoa cook for 15 minutes while the water is absorbed. Set aside a different pan and heat the sesame oil over medium-low heat. Put in the ginger and garlic, and cook until the smell is nice. Place mushrooms, broccoli, carrot, and bell pepper in the pan. Cook the vegetables until they are crisp and soft. Soy sauce, rice vinegar, and cooked quinoa should all be mixed in. Add two to three more minutes of cooking. Add pepper and salt to taste. Add green onions as a garnish. Enjoy while hot!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

These BBQ burgers are perfect for grilling season. They're juicy, flavorful, and topped with melted cheddar cheese, making them a mouthwatering treat for your taste buds.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1/4 cup BBQ sauce. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup diced onions. 1/4 tsp salt. 1/4 tsp black pepper. 4 hamburger buns. 4 slices cheddar cheese. Lettuce leaves. Tomato slices. Red onion rings. Pickles.

Instructions: Warm the grill up to a medium-high level. Put the ground beef, BBQ sauce, breadcrumbs, diced onions, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Split the mixture in half and shape each half into a burger patty. Put the burger patties on a grill that has already been heated up and cook for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are done the way you like them. In the last minute of cooking, cover the grill and add a slice of cheddar cheese to each patty. This will melt the cheese. Put the hamburger buns on the grill and toast them for one to two minutes, until they get a little brown. Put pickles, tomato slices, lettuce leaves, and red onion rings on the bottom bun of your BBQ burgers. Put a cheesy burger patty on top, and then the top bun. Serve right away, and enjoy your tasty BBQ burgers!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

A delicious and easy hands-free cashew chicken cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, resulting in tender chicken with a flavorful sauce and crunchy cashews.

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, diced. 1/4 cup soy sauce. 2 tbsp hoisin sauce. 1 tbsp honey. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tsp ginger, grated. 1/2 cup cashews, toasted. 1 green bell pepper, diced. 1 red bell pepper, diced. 2 green onions, sliced. 1 tbsp cornstarch. 1/4 cup water. Cooked rice, for serving.

Instructions: Diced chicken, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger should all be put in a slow cooker. Leave the lid on and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together until they are smooth. Add the diced bell peppers and stir them in. Keep cooking on high for another 30 minutes, or until the sauce gets thicker. Toast the cashews and cut up the green onions. Put it on top of cooked rice. Have fun!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 4 minutes

With just four healthy ingredients, these vegan peanut butter cookies are very easy to make. Since they don't have any oil or gluten, they are a healthier way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients: 1 cup peanut butter. 1/2 cup maple syrup. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/2 cup oat flour.

Instructions: Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up. Put peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a bowl and mix them together until they are well mixed. Slowly add the oat flour and mix it in until a dough forms. Take tablespoon-sized chunks of dough and roll them into balls. Put them on a baking sheet that has parchment paper on it. Use a fork to gently flatten each cookie and make a cross pattern on top of them. Put it in an oven that is already hot and bake it for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. After taking the cookies out of the oven, let them cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way down. These peanut butter cookies are vegan, gluten-free, and don't need any oil.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

If you're craving something tasty and rich, the Lord Have Mercy Burger is just what you need. It tastes great because it has a juicy beef patty, melty cheddar cheese, and a tasty burger sauce.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1/2 cup diced onions. 1/4 cup diced pickles. 4 slices of cheddar cheese. 4 hamburger buns. 1/4 cup mayonnaise. 2 tbsp ketchup. 1 tbsp yellow mustard. 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce. Salt and pepper to taste. Lettuce leaves and tomato slices for garnish.

Instructions: Put the ground beef, diced onions, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Combine well. Make 4 patties out of the mixture and grill them over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until they're done the way you like them. In the last minute of cooking, cover the grill and put a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty. This will melt the cheese. If you want to toast the hamburger buns on the grill while the burgers are cooking, cut them in half and do it. Put mayonnaise, ketchup, and yellow mustard in a small bowl and mix them together to make the burger sauce. Cover the bottom half of each bun with burger sauce. This is how you put together the Lord Have Mercy Burger. Put a lettuce leaf on top of the sauce, then a cooked burger patty with cheese that has melted on top of that. Cut up pickles and tomato slices and put them on top of each patty. Put the top half of the bun on top of the burger to finish, and serve right away.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

The earthy farro, nutrient-dense kale, sweet figs, and crunchy toasted almonds in this Toasted Farro Salad with Kale and Figs go so well together. The tangy balsamic dressing brings it all together. This salad is both healthy and tasty, and it can be eaten on its own or with other foods.

Ingredients: 1 cup farro. 2 cups water. 2 cups kale, chopped. 6-8 fresh figs, quartered. 1/4 cup chopped almonds, toasted. 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil. 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Run cold water over the farro and let it drain. Rinse the farro and add 2 cups of water to a medium-sized saucepan. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat, cover, and let it cook for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the farro is soft. Take out any extra water and let it cool down. Cook the farro and put it in a large bowl. Add the chopped kale, quartered figs, toasted almonds, and crumbled feta cheese. To make the dressing, mix the extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl with a whisk. Add pepper and salt to taste. Pour the dressing over the salad, then toss everything together until it's well mixed. As a side dish or a light meal, serve right away. Have fun!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Indulge in the rich flavors of chocolate, hazelnut, and espresso with these decadent brownies. The addition of caramel adds a delightful twist to the classic treat.

Ingredients: 1 cup hazelnuts, chopped. 1/2 cup espresso. 1/2 cup caramel sauce. 1/2 cup cocoa powder. 1/2 cup butter. 1 cup sugar. 2 eggs. 1 tsp vanilla extract. 3/4 cup all-purpose flour. 1/2 tsp salt. 1/2 cup chocolate chips.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 175F 350C. A 9x9-inch baking pan should be greased. Put espresso and caramel sauce in a small saucepan and mix them together. Warm it up, then put it aside. Melt butter in a bowl that can go in the microwave. Add cocoa powder and mix well until smooth. Beat the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract together in a large bowl until everything is well mixed. Slowly add the cocoa mixture to the egg mixture while stirring it all together. The flour and salt should be just barely mixed in. Once the baking pan is ready, spread half of the batter into it. Put half of the chocolate chips and hazelnuts on top of the batter by hand. Place the chocolate chips and hazelnuts on a plate. Pour the espresso caramel sauce over them. Spread the rest of the batter carefully on top of the caramel layer. Add the rest of the chocolate chips and hazelnuts on top. In a hot oven, bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out with wet crumbs on it. Let it cool all the way down before cutting it into squares.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

The richness of goat cheese and the sweetness of cherry tomatoes come together in this creamy and tangy pasta dish. It's great for a weeknight dinner because it's quick and easy to make.

Ingredients: 250g pasta of your choice. 200g cherry tomatoes, halved. 100g goat cheese, crumbled. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh basil leaves for garnish.

Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the pasta until it is al dente. Remove the water and set it aside. Warm up the olive oil in a big pan over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until it smells good. It will take about 34 minutes of cooking after adding the cherry tomatoes to the pan for them to start to soften. Toss the cooked pasta and tomatoes together in the pan after adding them. Crumble some goat cheese into the pan and toss the pasta around gently until the cheese melts and covers the pasta. Add pepper and salt to taste. Add fresh basil leaves on top and serve hot. Have fun with your tasty Goat Cheese and Tomato Pasta!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

A tasty and healthy quinoa tomato feta pie that has the nutty flavor of quinoa, the fresh taste of tomatoes, and the salty richness of feta cheese. Great for a healthy meal.

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed. 2 cups water. 4 large tomatoes, sliced. 1 cup crumbled feta cheese. 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil. 1/4 cup chopped red onion. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 3 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 large eggs. 1 cup milk. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, sliced tomatoes, feta cheese, basil, red onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Transfer the quinoa mixture to a greased pie dish, spreading it evenly. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Pour the egg mixture over the quinoa mixture in the pie dish. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

This recipe combines tender baked cod with a flavorful curry lemon sauce, creating a delicious and aromatic dish that's perfect for seafood lovers. The sauce adds a zesty and slightly spicy kick to the mild taste of the cod, making it a delightful culinary experience.

Ingredients: 4 cod fillets. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. 1/2 cup Greek yogurt. 2 tablespoons curry powder. Juice of 1 lemon. Zest of 1 lemon. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro. 1 tablespoon honey. 1 teaspoon cornstarch. 1/4 cup water.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 190C 375F. Cod fillets should be put on a baking sheet that has parchment paper on it. Put some olive oil on the cod fillets and season them with salt and pepper. The cod should be baked in a hot oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until it is fully cooked and flaky when pierced with a fork. Make the curry lemon sauce while the cod is in the oven. Mix Greek yogurt, curry powder, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped cilantro, honey, cornstarch, and water in a small saucepan. Stir the sauce all the time over medium heat for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until it thickens and smooths out. Take the cod out of the oven when it's done baking and pour the curry lemon sauce over the fillets. If you want, you can add more chopped cilantro and lemon zest as a garnish. Enjoy while hot!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

With its juicy beef patty, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and tangy sauce, the ULTIMATE MIAMI BURGER is a tasty and flavorful burger. Every bite tastes like Miami!

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 4 burger buns. 4 slices of cheddar cheese. 4 slices of bacon. 1 avocado, sliced. 1/2 cup sliced red onion. 1/2 cup sliced tomatoes. 1/4 cup mayonnaise. 2 tbsp ketchup. 2 tbsp mustard. 1 tsp hot sauce adjust to taste. Salt and pepper to taste. Lettuce leaves for garnish.

Instructions: Warm the grill up to a medium-high level. Add salt and pepper to the ground beef and shape it into 4 patties. Put the patties on the grill and cook them for 4 to 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if you like them more done. Just before they're done, put a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty and let it melt. Grill bacon slices until they are crispy while the burgers are cooking. On the grill, toast the burger buns until they are just a little brown. The sauce is made by mixing mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and hot sauce in a small bowl. Put the burgers together: On the bottom half of each bun, spread the sauce. Next, add a lettuce leaf, a beef patty with melted cheese, two bacon slices, avocado slices, red onion slices, and tomato slices. Put the other half of the bun on top. Your ULTIMATE MIAMI BURGER is ready! Serve it hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes