BEST ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP EVER

By combining elements of a few different Italian wedding soup recipes, I was able to create the ULTIMATE Italian wedding soup recipe — one that my whole family loves. Check out the rave reviews!

We all loved it, and I’ve been making it in double-batches ever since. This soup is delicious, comforting, and hearty enough for dinner, especially if you serve it with a salad and some good, fresh crusty bread.

RECIPES BY goodinthesimple [THANK YOU]

SOURCES = https://www.goodinthesimple.com/

INGREDIENTS

• 1 small onion grated
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 slice white bread crusts trimmed, grated or shredded
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesanoptional
• 8 oz lean ground beef
• 8 oz ground pork
• 12 cups chicken broth
• 1 box frozen chopped spinach
• approx 6-8 oz of Acini de Pepe or other tiny pasta*
• 2 tbsp parmesan optional

INSTRUCTIONS

1. To make the meatballs: Stir the first 6 ingredients in a large bowl to blend. Then add the cheese, beef, and pork. Shape the meat mixture into meatballs, and place on a baking sheet. I prefer the meatballs to be on the smaller side, but you can make them any size you want.
2. Visit BEST ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP EVER By https://www.goodinthesimple.com/ For Full Instructions

Oatmeal To-Go Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

The muffins are like having a warm and hearty oatmeal, but in portable form. Make a double batch and freeze half for grab-and-go breakfasts or snacks. The pumpkin is subtle and adds a homey quality but really serves to add welcome moisture to combat dry oatmeal muffins. The muffins are naturally gluten-free (use certified GF oats if needed) and there’s only 1/3 cup brown sugar for the entire batch. 

I used sugar-free pancake syrup to keep the amount of added sugar even lower. The chocolate chips add a special boost so you don’t feel like you’re eating health food even though the muffins are pretty darn healthy, but you’d never guess it. They’ll be your new favorite way to eat oatmeal.

The batter is some of easiest and least fussy ever. Whisk together nine ingredients at once in one bowl including pumpkin, brown sugar, maple, and Silk Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk. It only has 30-calorie per 8 ounces, tastes great, and if I need a milk for baking, vegan or otherwise, it’s what I use most often.

RECIPES BY averiecooks [THANK YOU]

These are delicious, I've scaled back the chocolate chips a tad because it seemed like a lot. They freeze well for later too. These are easy and so good! Love them heated up with my morning coffee!

Delicious! Hearty and very tasty. Cut back on the chocolate chips, and added some coconut and dried cranberries. Subbed applesauce for the oil. Found that pressing mix into muffin tin helped bind it together during baking.

INGREDIENTS:

1 large egg
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup Silk Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk (or your favorite milk)
1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup maple or pancake sryup (I used sugar-free lite pancake syrup)
1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
pinch salt, optional and to taste
3 cups old-fashioned whole rolled oats (do not use quick-cook or instant)
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup semi-sweet mini chocolate chips (mini recommended, but regular-sized chips may be substituted)

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Spray a Non-Stick 12-Cup Regular Muffin Pan with floured cooking spray or grease and flour the pan in 11 of the cavities (I don’t prefer the cosmetic look of paper liners and they may stick); set aside.
2. To a large bowl, add the first 9 ingredients (through optional salt), and whisk to combin
3. Visit Oatmeal To-Go Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins By https://www.averiecooks.com/ For Full Instructions

HOMEMADE CHURROS {VIDEO}

Have you ever tasted authentic Spanish churros? If not, put them on your bucket list or make these homemade churros to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings right away!

Churros are a typical Spanish dessert that can be bought and enjoyed all over Spain. If you don’t find them in cafeterias, you’ll find stalls selling them on the streets, during fiestas or in special shops called Churrerías.

Ingredients

• ⅔ cup All-Purpose Flour (110g)
• ¼ stick Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Water (250ml)
• pinch of Salt
• 2 tsp Sugar
• 1 Egg
• Oil , for frying

Instructions

1. Place water, butter, sugar & a pinch of salt into a medium size sauce pan. Bring to the boil.
2. Add the flour and mix vigorously until well blended (the dough will come together in a minute or two).
3. Visit HOMEMADE CHURROS {VIDEO} https://www.happyfoodstube.com/ For Full Instructions

Mini Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecakes

Mini Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecakes are delicious individual portions of peanut butter cheesecakes with chocolate graham cracker crust and chocolate ganache topping.

“ Oh, no! Not, cheesecake and chocolate again!” That will probably be the first thing you will say if you are followers of my blog. I know, I know. Maybe I’m going a little too far with this combination but what can I do when everyone in the house loves it, especially the more popular chocolate peanut butter cheesecake recipes? And when  I see these beautiful mini-cheesecakes in little cups, doesn’t matter how many times I say to myself: “No, Vera, it’s time for something else”, the ending is the same: this treat Is on the table.

Ingredients

For crust:

• 1 cup finely crushed chocolate graham crackers (or cookies)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or margarine, melted
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

For filling:

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 2/3 cup powder sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 eggs

For topping:

• 12oz. semi-sweet chocolate chopped
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. In a bowl mix together graham cracker (or cookie crumbs), sugar and melted butter.
3. Divide crumbs in the cupcake liners and press it on the bootom. Bake for 10 minutes, remove from oven and set aside.
4. Visit Mini Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecakes By https://omgchocolatedesserts.com/ For Full Instructions

15 MINUTE SESAME GINGER NOODLES

15 minute sesame ginger noodles are a favorite in my home! Quick, easy, and so delicious! This noodle recipe is also completely vegan and gluten-free! If your looking for a quick 15 minute dinner tonight look no further! These sesame ginger noodles with bok choy will be your new favourite go-to dish. 

This recipe came together when I was standing in my kitchen, starving, and thinking…what can I make that I can eat ASAP?! I found some bok choy in the fridge, some brown rice noodles in the cabinet, and that’s where the magic happened. Rice noodles are a wonderful staple to keep stocked in your kitchen.

RECIPES BY choosingchia [thank you]

They’re gluten-free, easier to digest than wheat noodles, and cook up in no time.These sesame ginger noodles are bursting with bold ginger flavour, and loaded with veggie goodness from the bok choy. If you don’t have any boy choy available, you can feel free to use broccoli, or even any other green vegetable you have in your fridge.

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 pack brown rice noodles (or regular rice noodles)
• 3 cups of baby bok choy
• thinly sliced green onion
• sesame seeds to top (optional)

SAUCE

• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp ginger, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp crushed red chillies

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Wash your bok choy, and chop into quarters. Set aside.
2. Visit 15 MINUTE SESAME GINGER NOODLES By https://choosingchia.com/ For Full Instructions

BETTER-THAN-TAKEOUT CHICKEN FRIED RICE

Here is my version of this classic dish – not that I have any claim to being an authority on what is “authentic” Chinese food. I am an authority, however, on what is super incredibly yummy.  This rice gets my stamp of approval, with honors. It is better than takeout, and you can enjoy skipping all the mysterious, unhealthy parts of fast food.

BETTER-THAN-TAKEOUT CHICKEN FRIED RICE

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup rice
• 3 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (I recommend slow cooker chicken teriyaki)
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup frozen peas
• 4 carrots, diced
• 2 eggs
• 3 tablespoons sesame oil (or you can substitute butter!)
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• Optional: sesame seeds

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare 1 cup rice with two cups water in a rice cooker or on the stovetop.
2. Visit BETTER-THAN-TAKEOUT CHICKEN FRIED RICE By https://rachelschultz.com/ For Full Instructions

Grilled Lemon Chicken Flatbread Wraps, and That Golden-Hued Evening Sky

Seasoned lemon chicken grilled to perfection and wrapped in soft and chewy flatbread with arugula greens, fresh tomatoes, and spicy garlic sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 2 large breasts), cubed into bite-size pieces
• Olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press
• Zest of 1 lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Pinch or two black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon coriander
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• 4 middle eastern-style flatbreads (you can use pita bread, as well)
• Arugula greens
• Sliced tomatoes
• Spicy Garlic Sauce (recipe below)

Preparation:

-Place the cubed chicken into a medium-size bowl, and drizzle in about 2 tablespoons of olive oil; add in the garlic, plus the remainder of the ingredients up to and including the paprika, and using your hands, toss all of the seasonings/spices very well to coat the chicken.

-Using 4 bamboo skewers, skewer the chicken so that there is equal portions of meat on each skewer, and allow the chicken to marinate for about 20 minutes, or even overnight, if making ahead.

-Visit Grilled Lemon Chicken Flatbread Wraps https://thecozyapron.com/ For Full Instructions

Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken is the richest, creamiest crockpot meal you will ever eat. And it is so simple to make.Creamy Tuscan Chicken has an ample amount of creamy, thick sauce that tastes great served over pasta or mashed potatoes.Just look at those chicken breasts drowning in all that sauce! Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken is one of my favorite crock pot meals ever. Try it and I think you’ll find it becomes a regular in your dinner rotation!

RECIPES BY spicysouthernkitchen [THANK YOU]

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• salt and pepper
• 2 (15-ounce) jars Alfredo sauce with roasted garlic
• 2 (3-ounce) packages slivered sun-dried tomatoes, NOT in oil
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 (5-ounce) bag baby spinach leaves

Instructions

1. Melt butter over medium-high heat in a nonstick pan. Season chicken with salt and peppers. Add chicken to pan and cook until browned on both sides.
2. Place chicken in a lightly greased 6-quart slow cooker.
3. Visit Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken By https://spicysouthernkitchen.com/ For Full Instructions

{no bake} Black Forest Cheesecake Pie

Black forest cheesecake pie is no bake and can be made in just minutes! Ready-to-use chocolate cookie crust with two layers of smooth cream pie filling. Top with a spoonful of canned cherry pie filling and you have a seriously amazingly delicious dessert loaded with chocolate, cherry, and cheesecake flavors.

Ingredients

• 1 ready-to-use chocolate crumb crust (Oreo or chocolate graham cracker)
• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 carton (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoon powdered sugar
• 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

Instructions

• In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and combined.
• Add in sour cream and vanilla extract. Beat together until combined.
• Fold in Cool Whip with a spatula.
• Spread half of the mixture into the pie crust.
• Add cocoa powder and powdered sugar to the remaining cream filling and beat together until combined.
• Spread evenly over the cream cheese layer.
• Cover and let refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight works really good too.
• Cut into slices and serve each slice with some cherry pie filling.

Source:http://togetherasfamily.com/2017/05/no-bake-black-forest-cheesecake-pie/

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Notes

You want to make sure your cream cheese is really soft so you avoid lumps. I like to put mine in a bowl and microwave it for about 30-45 seconds to make sure it's nice and soft.

Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing

Extra-juicy chicken and savory stuffing simmer together in the crock pot with your favorite vegetables for an easy, comforting meal that the family will love!

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, salted and peppered if desired.
• 1 teaspoon dry parsley
• 10.5 oz. cream of chicken soup
• 8 oz. sour cream, (equivalent to 1 cup)
• 6 oz. box stuffing mix
• ¾ cup chicken broth
• 2 cups green beans, fresh or frozen
• 1 cup baby carrots

Optional stuffing additions:

• 1/2 cup onions, diced
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup crumbled sausage, (cooked or raw)
• 2 teaspoons dry rosemary

Instructions

1. Place the chicken on the bottom of the crock pot and sprinkle with salt and pepper if desired.
2. Visit Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing https://thecozycook.com/ For Full Instructions