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A delightful blueberry smoothie that's not only delicious but also packed with antioxidants to boost your mood and beat the blues.

Ingredients: 1 cup of fresh blueberries. 1/2 banana. 1/2 cup Greek yogurt. 1/2 cup almond milk. 1 tablespoon honey. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Ice cubes optional.

Instructions: The banana and fresh blueberries should be washed. Put the blueberries, banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract in a blender. You can make it colder and thicker by adding a handful of ice cubes. Mix until it's creamy and smooth. If you think it needs more sweetness, add more honey. Get a glass and enjoy your Blueberry Bliss Smoothie!

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Fresh parsley, garlic, and lemon juice are used to season tender chicken breasts in Parsley Chicken, which is a simple but tasty dish. It's simple to make and tastes great as a main dish.

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C. In a small bowl, mix together parsley, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish. Spread parsley mixture evenly over chicken breasts. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

This creamy asparagus soup is a delicious and nutritious keto-friendly option for lunch or dinner. Made with fresh asparagus, onions, garlic, and cream, it's rich in flavor and low in carbs.

Ingredients: 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces. 1 small onion, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth. 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream. 2 tbsp olive oil. Salt and pepper, to taste.

Instructions: In a big pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. It will take about 5 minutes of cooking after adding the chopped onion and minced garlic. Put the asparagus pieces in the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring every now and then. Add the vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the asparagus is soft. Blend the soup until it's smooth, either with an immersion blender or a regular blender. Add the heavy cream or coconut cream and mix it in. Add salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for five more minutes to heat everything up. Enjoy while hot!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

These English Toffee Bars are rich and buttery, with a layer of melted chocolate on top for added indulgence. They're perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings or for sharing at gatherings.

Ingredients: 1 cup butter. 1 cup packed brown sugar. 1 egg yolk. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 2 cups all-purpose flour. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips. 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F 175 degrees C. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in brown sugar until dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the egg yolk and vanilla. Mix in the flour and salt until well blended. Press evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm and golden. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips over the top. Let stand for a few minutes to soften, then spread chocolate evenly over the top. Sprinkle with nuts if desired. Cool completely in pan on wire rack before cutting into bars.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

A delightful cocktail that combines the warmth of bourbon with the sweet and tangy flavors of apple cider, maple syrup, and lemon juice, finished with a hint of cinnamon.

Ingredients: 2 oz bourbon. 4 oz apple cider. 1/2 oz maple syrup. 1/2 oz lemon juice. Dash of cinnamon. Apple slice for garnish.

Instructions: In a shaker, combine bourbon, apple cider, maple syrup, lemon juice, and a dash of cinnamon. Shake well. Strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with an apple slice. Serve and enjoy!

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

This tasty end-of-summer treat has tropical flavors and a burst of fresh berry salsa. For hot days, it's a great dessert or snack because it tastes like the season's best fruits and vegetables.

Ingredients: 1 cup shredded coconut. 1 cup rolled oats. 1 cup dates, pitted. 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted. 1 cup pineapple chunks. 1 ripe mango, diced. 1 cup strawberries, diced. 1/2 cup blueberries. 1/2 cup raspberries. 1 lime, juiced. 2 tablespoons maple syrup.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 175F 350C. Shredded coconut, rolled oats, dates, and melted coconut oil should all be mixed together well and become sticky in a food processor. To make a crust, press the mixture into the bottom of a baking dish that has been lined with foil. After 10 to 12 minutes in the oven, let it cool. To make the salsa, put the pineapple, mango, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, lime juice, and maple syrup in a bowl. Cover the crust that has been cooled with the salsa. Put it in the fridge for at least an hour before cutting it up and serving it.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

These grilled sweet potatoes are a healthy and tasty side dish that is great for any outdoor party or barbecue. Using a mix of spices gives the sweet potatoes a smoky and savory taste that everyone loves.

Ingredients: 4 sweet potatoes, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick pieces. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 teaspoon salt. 1 teaspoon black pepper. 1 teaspoon paprika. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.

Instructions: Warm the grill up to a medium-high level. Add the sweet potato slices to a large bowl. Add the olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss the potatoes until they are well covered. Put slices of sweet potato on a grill that has already been heated up. Cook for four to five minutes on each side, or until grill marks show up and the potatoes are soft. Take it off the grill and serve it hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

These delectable Claddagh Cookies are a versatile treat that is suitable for any occasion. The traditional cookie base is studded with chocolate chips, making them irresistible. The real fun comes from the nine different ways you can decorate these cookies, which make them ideal for themed parties, holidays, or simply brightening your day. Gather your favorite sprinkles, colored sugar, edible glitter, and other embellishments to completely customize each cookie!

Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. 1 cup unsalted butter, softened. 3/4 cup granulated sugar. 3/4 cup packed brown sugar. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 2 large eggs. 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips. 1 cup assorted decorations sprinkles, colored sugar, edible glitter, etc..

Instructions: Warm your oven up to 375F 190C and put parchment paper on baking sheets. Mix the flour and baking soda together in a medium-sized bowl. Put away. Softened butter, white sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract should all be mixed together in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth. Adding the eggs one at a time and beating well after each one is done. Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix them together until they are just barely combined. Add the chocolate chips and mix them in. Place round tablespoons of dough about 2 inches apart on the baking sheets that have been prepared. After the oven is hot, bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. After taking the cookies out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets before moving them to wire racks to cool all the way. There's more to do with the cookies once they're cool. You can decorate the cookies nine different ways with the different kinds of decorations you have. Have fun and be creative! Enjoy your nine different Claddagh cookies!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

This dill pickle-flavored creamy and tangy dip is great for keto snacks or parties.

Ingredients: 8 oz cream cheese, softened. 1/2 cup sour cream. 1/4 cup chopped dill pickles. 2 tbsp pickle juice. 1/2 tsp garlic powder. 1/2 tsp onion powder. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh dill for garnish optional.

Instructions: Softened cream cheese and sour cream should be mixed together in a bowl until the mixture is smooth. Add the chopped dill pickles, pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together well. Put the dip in a bowl to serve, and if you want, top it with fresh dill. Put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors can mix. For a keto-friendly side dish, try cucumber slices, celery sticks, or bell pepper strips. Serve cold.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

This Slow Cooker Fudge is a delicious Christmas treat that is simple to make and great for getting together with family and friends. There is a hint of vanilla in the rich and creamy fudge, and nuts and candy canes can be added to change the taste and texture.

Ingredients: 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips. 1 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk. 1/4 cup unsalted butter. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional. 1/4 cup crushed candy canes optional.

Instructions: In a slow cooker, mix the chocolate chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk. Cover and cook on low for one to two hours, stirring every now and then until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Put the vanilla extract in and mix it in well. If you want, you can add the chopped nuts and crushed candy canes and mix them in until they are spread out evenly. Use parchment paper to line an 8x8-inch square baking pan. Leave extra on two sides to make it easy to take off. Put the fudge mix into the pan that has been prepared and spread it out evenly. Put the fudge in the fridge for at least two hours, or until it sets. After the fudge has set, use the extra parchment paper to lift it out of the pan and place it on a cutting board. Cut it up into little rectangles or squares. Enjoy the Christmas fudge you made yourself! For an extra holiday touch, you can sprinkle more crushed candy canes on top before the fudge sets.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 120 minutes

This gluten-free blueberry fennel quinoa salad is nutritious and refreshing. It has the sweetness of blueberries, the crunch of fennel, the creaminess of feta cheese, and the nuttiness of quinoa. It's dressed with just olive oil and balsamic vinegar, which makes it a great side dish or light meal for any event.

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked quinoa. 1 cup fresh blueberries. 1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Mix cooked quinoa, fresh blueberries, sliced fennel, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped mint leaves together in a large bowl. Add balsamic vinegar and olive oil to the salad. Add pepper and salt to taste. Toss everything together gently until it's all well mixed. Serve right away or put in the fridge until you're ready to serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Delicious and sticky honey BBQ chicken wings grilled to perfection. The sweet and savory marinade gives these wings a mouthwatering flavor with a hint of smokiness.

Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken wings. 1 cup honey. 1/2 cup BBQ sauce. 1/4 cup soy sauce. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tsp onion powder. 1 tsp smoked paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. Chopped green onions for garnish.

Instructions: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. In a bowl, mix honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade. Place chicken wings in a large resealable plastic bag and pour half of the marinade over them. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the wings. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight. Remove wings from the bag and discard the used marinade. Grill the chicken wings for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through. In the last 5 minutes of grilling, baste the wings with the remaining marinade for a sticky glaze. Remove wings from the grill and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 60 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

This Sriracha avocado chicken salad is a delicious and spicy twist on a classic chicken salad recipe. The creamy avocado pairs perfectly with the tangy Sriracha sauce and zesty lime juice, creating a flavorful and satisfying dish. Enjoy it as a filling lunch or a light dinner, served on its own or stuffed into a sandwich or wrap.

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced. 1 avocado, diced. 1/4 cup mayonnaise. 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce. 1 tablespoon lime juice. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Salt and pepper, to taste. Chopped cilantro, for garnish optional.

Instructions: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken and diced avocado. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder. Pour the dressing over the chicken and avocado mixture, and gently toss until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve the Sriracha avocado chicken salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Enjoy the fluffiest, softest brownies that are based on the famous Lofthouse sugar cookies. If you're craving something sweet, these rich brownies are just what you need.

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour. 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder. 1/2 teaspoon baking powder. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted. 1 cup granulated sugar. 2 large eggs. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/2 cup whole milk. 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C. Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. In a large mixing bowl, mix melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, until fully combined. Fold in chocolate chips. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

A delightful vegan and gluten-free quinoa loaf with the warm flavors of cinnamon and the crunch of walnuts. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying treat!

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked quinoa. 1 cup almond flour. 1/2 cup coconut flour. 1/4 cup arrowroot powder. 1 tsp baking powder. 1/2 tsp baking soda. 1/2 tsp salt. 1 tsp cinnamon. 1/2 cup maple syrup. 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted. 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce. 1 tsp vanilla extract. 1/2 cup chopped walnuts. 1/4 cup raisins optional.

Instructions: Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up. Take a loaf pan and grease it. Then, put parchment paper inside it. Arrroot powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cooked quinoa should all be mixed together in a large bowl. Melt the coconut oil in a different bowl and mix the applesauce, vanilla extract, and maple syrup with a whisk. Mix the dry ingredients with the wet ones until everything is well mixed. Don't forget to add the raisins and chopped walnuts. As soon as the loaf pan is ready, pour the batter into it and use a spatula to smooth the top. Put it in the oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean. The loaf should cool in the pan for 10 minutes before being moved to a wire rack to cool all the way down. Enjoy your tasty Walnut Cinnamon Quinoa Loaf by cutting it up.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 60 minutes

For those who love social media, these sweet marshmallows with Facebook Like buttons are a great treat. Make these for fun, as gifts, or for parties! They are easily identified as Facebook-inspired treats thanks to their thumbs-up icon and swirls in blue and white colors.

Ingredients: 3/4 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 cup light corn syrup. 1/4 cup water. 3 envelopes unflavored gelatin about 2.5 tablespoons. 1/2 cup cold water. 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. A pinch of salt. Powdered sugar, for dusting. Blue food coloring. Heart-shaped marshmallow cutter. Edible black marker.

Instructions: Place 1/4 cup water, corn syrup, and granulated sugar in a small saucepan. Cook the mixture over medium-high heat, stirring, until a candy thermometer registers 240F 115C. This should take seven or eight minutes. In another bowl, mix the gelatin and 1/2 cup of cold water while the sugar mixture is heating. Let it sit until it thickens, about 5 minutes. Take the sugar mixture off the heat and pour it over the gelatin mixture once it reaches 240F 115C. Mix the gelatin until it dissolves completely. Beat the mixture on high speed for 10 to 12 minutes, or until it is thick, fluffy, and nearly tripled in volume, using an electric mixer. In the final minute of beating, add the vanilla extract and a small pinch of salt. The marshmallow mixture should be divided into two bowls. Use blue food coloring to tint one bowl until the desired shade of blue is achieved. To keep it from sticking, lightly grease a square baking pan and dust it with powdered sugar. Smooth out the white marshmallow mixture after pouring it into the prepared pan. Next, spoon the blue marshmallow mixture in an arbitrary pattern over the top. Drag a toothpick or skewer through the layers of white and blue marshmallow to create a swirled design. Allow the marshmallows to cure for at least four hours, or over night, at room temperature. After setting, cut out heart-shaped marshmallows with a heart-shaped marshmallow cutter. Use a powdered sugar dusting if necessary to keep the cutter from sticking. Using an edible black marker, make a thumbs-up 'Like' symbol on each marshmallow. Serve and savor your Marshmallows with Facebook Like Button!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

These whole-wheat brownies are a healthier alternative to traditional brownies without sacrificing flavor or texture. They're rich, chocolatey, and satisfying, perfect for a guilt-free indulgence.

Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour. 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder. 1/2 teaspoon baking powder. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1/2 cup melted butter. 1 cup brown sugar. 2 large eggs. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 175F 350C. A 9x9-inch baking pan should be greased. Mix cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and whole wheat flour in a bowl with a whisk. Put the melted butter and brown sugar in a different bowl and mix them together well. Adding the eggs one at a time and mixing them in is the next step. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones while stirring them together. If you want, fold in chopped nuts. Spread the batter out evenly in the pan that has been prepared. In a hot oven, bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out with wet crumbs on it. Let the brownies cool in the pan for a while before cutting them into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes