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Day: November 25, 2023

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Loaded Broccoli Potato Pan Recipe

Loaded Broccoli Potato Pan Recipe

Ingredients:

– 2 to 3 pounds or skinless chicken breast

– 2 bags of raw extra-large shrimp (peeled and deveined)

– 5 lb bag of red skin potatoes

– 2 bags of broccoli florets (steamable bags)

– 8 oz bags of Cheddar Cheese and Monterey Jack Cheese blend

– 3 sticks of butter

– Old Bay seasoning

– Parsley Flakes

– Minced Garlic

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Start by preparing the red skin potatoes. Wash and dice them into bite-sized pieces. Place the diced potatoes in a large mixing bowl.

3. Melt one stick of butter, and then pour it over the diced potatoes. Season the potatoes with Old Bay seasoning and minced garlic according to your taste preference. Toss the potatoes to coat them evenly with the butter and seasonings.

4. Transfer the seasoned potatoes to a large baking dish or pan. Bake them in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they start to soften.

5. While the potatoes are baking, prepare the chicken breast by seasoning them with Old Bay seasoning and minced garlic. You can slice the chicken into strips or leave them whole, depending on your preference.

6. In a large skillet, melt another stick of butter over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breast and cook until they are cooked through and browned on the outside. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

7. In the same skillet, add the peeled and deveined shrimp. Cook the shrimp until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the cooked shrimp and set them aside.

Steam the broccoli florets according to the instructions on the steamable bags.

9. Once the potatoes are partially cooked, remove them from the oven.

10. Layer the cooked chicken, cooked shrimp, and steamed broccoli over the partially cooked potatoes in the baking dish.

11. Top everything with the Cheddar Cheese and Monterey Jack Cheese blend.

12. Cut the remaining two sticks of butter into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the top of the dish.

Sprinkle parsley flakes on top for added flavor and presentation.

14. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and return it to the oven.

15. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the potatoes are tender.

16. Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve your Loaded Broccoli Potato Pan hot.

This dish is a delightful combination of flavors and textures, perfect for a satisfying meal. Enjoy!

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November 25, 2023
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Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe

EASY CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE WITH HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING

We really love this ranch chicken salad and there are almost no leftovers each time I make it. It’s an easy chicken salad recipe that will soon become one of your favorite salads to make all the time. Skip on the store bought ranch and make your own homemade ranch salad dressing. I will be listing the ingredients you will need to the ranch dressing down below. This salad is so scrumptious and filling. The right balance of protein, fats, and fiber.

A delicious and refreshing salad loaded with chicken and made with healthy homemade ranch dressing.

Prep Time: 10mins

Cook Time: 20mins

Total Time: 30mins

Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 lb Chicken Breast cut into small bite-sized pieces
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 4 Cups Packed Greens of choice
  • ¼ Small Red Onion sliced
  • ¾ Cup Cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • ½ English Cucumber sliced or chopped
  • 1 Avocado sliced
  • ⅓ Cup Corn Fresh or canned

Homemade Ranch Dressing

  • 1 Cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2-3 Cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 Tsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 Tbsp Onion finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh chives finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh dill finely chopped
  • Sea salt and pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

    1. Start with making the homemade ranch dressing.
    2. Add all the ingredients to a small jar, place the lid on, then shake to emulsify.
    3. Pour about 1/3 of the dressing over the chicken and allow it to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
    4. Refrigerate the remaining dressing until ready to use.
    5. Next, heat oil in a large non-stick pan, and add in the chicken in a single layer.
    6. Cook until golden brown and cooked through about 5-7 minutes.
    7. To assemble the salad, add green to a large bowl.
    8. Top with remaining ingredients. Just before serving toss with the dressing and enjoy!

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November 25, 2023
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Purslane in the garden: 8 reasons not to kill it!

Purslane is a plant that grows in gardens as a weed. Most people tend to get rid of it as soon as it starts growing, however this plant offers many benefits that very few people know about. Here are 8 good reasons to grow purslane in your garden:

Purslane is an annual herbaceous plant that forms tufts. It has long, trailing stems and is covered with small, soft, round, oily green leaves. Between July and October it is adorned with small yellow flowers. We taste the fresh leaves which have a slightly acidic and spicy flavour. It grows spontaneously in gardens in the south of France, but you can grow it in your own garden, or in a pot, if your soil isn’t suitable for it!

Purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.) extends its succulent stems, whose fleshy tissues are rich in water, at ground level in late summer. Mistakenly considered a weed, it is actually one of the oldest vegetable plants. Imported from the East by the Romans, then abandoned over time, it has naturalized in our gardens. Jean-Baptiste de La Quintinie, gardener to Louis XIV, had empirically understood the excellent nutritional properties of purslane and considered it a “healthy salad”. It is also a bioindicator plant, which means it provides information on the nature of the soil. If it is very present it is because the soil is too compact, lacks air and lacks calcium. Furthermore, it testifies to a dry substrate in summer and which has difficulty fixing the elements.

8 good reasons to grow purslane in your garden:

1. FIGHT DEPRESSION:

Purslane leaves are a good source of Omega-3, which is great fuel for the brain, prevents heart failure, and is a great treatment for depression. According to the life of mother earth, you can replace your green leafy vegetables in your dishes with purslane leaves. Use them to garnish your sandwiches, add them to soups, stews and especially to all your salads! Purslane has a peppery flavor and can sometimes be sour.

Contraindication:  Avoid consuming purslane during pregnancy, it allows the contraction of the uterine muscles.

2. HYDRATION:

Purslane is made up of 93% water. Consume this herb to replenish dehydrated cells.

3. CALM INFLAMMATION

Already in ancient Greece, purslane was used to calm inflammation of the skin but also of the mucous membranes. Purslane will also be effective in treating respiratory inflammation such as sore throat, but also urinary inflammation such as painful cystitis. Furthermore, purslane has diuretic properties.

4. AN EXCELLENT ANTIOXIDANT

Purslane is rich in vitamins A, C and E which are said to delay cell damage and slow skin aging.

5. FACILITATE BLOOD CLOTTING

Purslane leaves are also used to facilitate blood clotting.

In phytotherapy the whole plant is used: fresh, in decoction or dried then reduced to powder to be taken in the form of capsules. A well-known benefit of purslane capsule is to regulate blood sugar, especially important for people with diabetes.

6. RICH IN ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS

Calcium and Magnesium:  Add purslane leaves as suggested above to maintain healthy bones, teeth and muscles.

Potassium:  Adding purslane to your daily diet will help you maintain good blood pressure

Iron:  Iron isn’t just found in meat and beans. Purslane is also a good source of iron.

7. CONTAINS BETALAIN

Purslane contains betalain. It is an antioxidant that prevents cholesterol from damaging blood vessels. Purslane therefore has an extremely positive effect on cholesterol levels.

8. MELATONIN PRODUCTION

This antioxidant helps produce melatonin. Melatonin is very important for regulating the sleep-wake cycle.

HOW TO TASTE PURSULAK?

Very similar to lamb’s lettuce, purslane is sometimes called health salad. Its fleshy leaves have a beautiful intense green, even in winter. Something to brighten up the dishes! Don’t just eat the leaves because the stems are also very tasty. The thicker stems can be prepared and enjoyed as pickles.

Basically, let purslane grow in your garden! Learn how to add it to your dishes and you will be healthier!

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November 25, 2023
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Try This Long-Lasting Home Hack: Fabric Softener and Salt for an Amazing Effect!

In the realm of household cleaning and freshening, two unsung heroes often lurk in your cabinets: fabric softener and salt. Let’s explore two ingenious ways to make the most of these common household ingredients for a delightful home experience.

1. The Ultimate Air Freshener

Imagine having a beautiful, long-lasting air freshener right in your home. It’s not only simple to make but also incredibly effective. This is one of my go-to air fresheners, especially for the bathroom and hallway, and it’s a breeze to put together.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • A small bowl
  • Coarse salt
  • 1/2 cap of fabric softener
  • 15 cloves
  • 1 tablespoon of alcohol

How to Make It:

  1. Begin by pouring a generous amount of coarse salt into the small bowl.
  2. Add a tablespoon of alcohol to the salt.
  3. Now, introduce the magic touch: 1/2 cap of your favorite fabric softener.
  4. Give it a gentle mix, and then place 15 cloves evenly on top of the mixture.
  5. The cloves not only impart a wonderful scent but also help in repelling mosquitoes and eliminating unpleasant odors.
  6. Place this homemade air freshener in your bathroom or any other area where you want to enjoy a refreshing aroma.

This air freshener is not only easy to create but also long-lasting and delightful.

2. The Super-Clean Carpet Trick

Maintaining carpets can be quite the task, especially when dealing with stubborn stains and odors. I’ve tried various remedies over the years, but the one that truly works wonders is a simple concoction of salt and fabric softener, a trick shared by my resourceful sister-in-law.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • Water
  • Fabric softener
  • Salt
  • Microfiber cloth

How to Do It:

  1. Begin by vacuuming your carpets as usual to remove loose dirt and debris.
  2. In a container, combine less than a liter of water with two spoons of salt and one spoon of fabric softener.
  3. Dip a microfiber cloth into the solution, as if you were mopping a floor. There’s no need to scrub vigorously.
  4. Simply run the cloth over the entire carpet, treating it gently. You’ll find that your carpet starts to look cleaner and fresher within just 10 minutes.
  5. This method is so efficient that you only need to perform it once every three months, a considerable time-saver compared to other methods.

The Result:

Your carpet will not only regain its vibrant color but also carry a pleasant fragrance throughout your home. This technique has not only kept my carpets looking like new but also filled my apartment with a delightful aroma.

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November 25, 2023
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