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Sunday Slow Cooker: Sesame Beef

Tender slices of beef slow-cooked in a savory-sweet sesame sauce, this Sesame Beef recipe is perfect for a lazy Sunday meal. Let the flavors meld together as it simmers in the slow cooker, resulting in a deliciously comforting dish that the whole family will love. Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck roast, sliced thinly 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup honey 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon ginger, grated 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons water 2 green onions, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine soy sauce, honey, garlic, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, and red pepper flakes Add sliced beef and toss to coat evenly Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until beef is tender In a small bowl, mix c...

Chicken and Dumplings Soup

A hearty and comforting chicken and dumplings soup that is great for cold days. The soft dumplings give the rich broth a great texture, and the dish is perfect for any occasion. Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces 4 cups chicken broth 2 cups water 1 onion, chopped 3 carrots, sliced 3 celery stalks, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 bay leaf Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter Fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: In a large pot, combine chicken, chicken broth, water, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and...

Keto Chocolate Avocado Brownies

There aren't many carbs in these brownies, but they are moist, rich, and taste like chocolate. Avo gives them a creamy texture and healthy fats, and almond flour keeps them low-carb. Great for keto dieters who want to satisfy their sweet tooth! Ingredients: 2 ripe avocados, mashed 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup almond flour 1/2 cup erythritol or stevia or preferred keto-friendly sweetener 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips optional Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan In a mixing bowl, combine mashed avocados, cocoa powder, almond flour, sweetener, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt Mix until smooth Fold in sugar-free chocolate chips if desired Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly Bake for 25-30 minutes or unt...

Amazingly Crispy Paleo Fried Chicken

Indulge in the deliciousness of fried chicken while keeping it Paleo-friendly with this recipe. The combination of almond flour and tapioca flour creates a crispy coating that's both gluten-free and grain-free, making it perfect for a Paleo diet. Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 cup almond flour 1/2 cup tapioca flour 2 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 large eggs 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk Coconut oil for frying Instructions: In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, tapioca flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper Mix well In another bowl, whisk together eggs and almond milk Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, about 1/2 inch deep Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then coat with the almond flou...