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Purple Velvet Cupcakes are a fun and colorful twist on the classic red velvet cupcakes. They are moist, chocolatey, and perfect for special occasions or anytime you crave a delightful treat.

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour. 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar. 1 1/2 tsp baking powder. 1/2 tsp baking soda. 1/2 tsp salt. 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder. 1/2 cup vegetable oil. 2 large eggs. 1 cup buttermilk. 1 tsp vanilla extract. 1 tsp white vinegar. Purple food coloring as desired. Cream cheese frosting store-bought or homemade. Purple sprinkles optional.

Instructions: Warm your oven up to 350 F 175C and put paper liners in a cupcake tin. Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder together in a large bowl. The vegetable oil, eggs, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and white vinegar should all be mixed together well in a different bowl. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and mix them together until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. To get the shade of purple you want, add purple food coloring. Mix until the color is spread out evenly. Put about two thirds of the batter into each cupcake liner. After the oven is hot, bake the cupcakes for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean. Turn off the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, move them to a wire rack to cool completely. Place the cream cheese frosting on top of the cupcakes once they are completely cool. If you want to make it look fancier, you can sprinkle purple sprinkles on top. Give your Purple Velvet Cupcakes to people and enjoy them!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

A tasty change from the usual deviled eggs are green deviled eggs. By adding fresh spinach and chives, you not only make the dish look beautiful, but it also tastes fresh and herbaceous. As a starter or party snack, they're great.

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs. 2 tablespoons mayonnaise. 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard. 1 teaspoon white vinegar. 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh spinach. 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives. Salt and pepper to taste. Paprika for garnish.

Instructions: Peel the hard-boiled eggs and cut them in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the yolks and place them in a mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and white vinegar to the yolks. Mash and mix until smooth. Stir in the finely chopped spinach and chopped chives into the yolk mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasonings as needed. Spoon the green yolk mixture back into the egg white halves or use a piping bag for a decorative touch. Sprinkle paprika on top for garnish. Chill the green deviled eggs in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

These Tempeh Tacos are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional tacos. The tempeh is seasoned with a blend of spices for a flavorful filling, while fresh toppings add crunch and brightness to each bite. Serve them up for a satisfying meal any day of the week!

Ingredients: 8 oz tempeh, crumbled. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1 teaspoon chili powder. 1/2 teaspoon cumin. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. 1/4 teaspoon onion powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 8 small tortillas. 1 cup shredded lettuce. 1 cup diced tomatoes. 1/2 cup diced red onion. 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. 1 avocado, sliced. Lime wedges, for serving. Hot sauce, for serving.

Instructions: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the crumbled tempeh and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the tempeh is lightly browned. To the skillet, add the onion, garlic, and chili powders, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. After combining, cook for an additional two to three minutes. As directed on the package, warm the tortillas. Fill each tortilla with the cooked tempeh mixture, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and shredded lettuce to assemble the tacos. Lime wedges and hot sauce should be served alongside the tacos.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

These Tempeh Tacos are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional tacos. The tempeh is seasoned with a blend of spices for a flavorful filling, while fresh toppings add crunch and brightness to each bite. Serve them up for a satisfying meal any day of the week!

Ingredients: 8 oz tempeh, crumbled. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1 teaspoon chili powder. 1/2 teaspoon cumin. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. 1/4 teaspoon onion powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 8 small tortillas. 1 cup shredded lettuce. 1 cup diced tomatoes. 1/2 cup diced red onion. 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. 1 avocado, sliced. Lime wedges, for serving. Hot sauce, for serving.

Instructions: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the crumbled tempeh and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the tempeh is lightly browned. To the skillet, add the onion, garlic, and chili powders, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. After combining, cook for an additional two to three minutes. As directed on the package, warm the tortillas. Fill each tortilla with the cooked tempeh mixture, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and shredded lettuce to assemble the tacos. Lime wedges and hot sauce should be served alongside the tacos.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

These Tempeh Tacos are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional tacos. The tempeh is seasoned with a blend of spices for a flavorful filling, while fresh toppings add crunch and brightness to each bite. Serve them up for a satisfying meal any day of the week!

Ingredients: 8 oz tempeh, crumbled. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1 teaspoon chili powder. 1/2 teaspoon cumin. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. 1/4 teaspoon onion powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 8 small tortillas. 1 cup shredded lettuce. 1 cup diced tomatoes. 1/2 cup diced red onion. 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. 1 avocado, sliced. Lime wedges, for serving. Hot sauce, for serving.

Instructions: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the crumbled tempeh and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the tempeh is lightly browned. To the skillet, add the onion, garlic, and chili powders, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. After combining, cook for an additional two to three minutes. As directed on the package, warm the tortillas. Fill each tortilla with the cooked tempeh mixture, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and shredded lettuce to assemble the tacos. Lime wedges and hot sauce should be served alongside the tacos.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes