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How To Make Easy 7 Layer Dip

I am continuously asked to bring this dip for parties and family get-togethers. People gather around the platter until it’s gone.

Great recipe, thank you. One word of advice on the container you put it in, an 11 x 7 is no where near large enough. I ended up leaving out the lettuce, not that any one cared!

I make a recipe very similar to this. I do not use lettuce (as it tends to wilt as it sits out) and I don’t use green pepper. Even though I love green pepper, I don’t feel it belongs in this recipe (just my opinion).

I’m a big fan of taco dip, so I LOVED this recipe. I’ve made it many times and everyone always loves it. I think it’s way better without meat in it. I find that I can’t have it in the refrigerator, because if I do I’ll eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Ingredients:

2 avocado, NS as to Florida or Californias avocados – peeled, pitted and diced

1 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice

¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

¼ cup salsa

garlic salt to taste

ground black pepper to taste

1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

4 plum tomato (blank)s roma (plum) tomatoes, diced

1 bunch green onions, finely chopped

1 (16 ounce) can refried beans

2 cups shredded Mexican-style cheese blend

1 (2.25 ounce) can black olives – drained and finely chopped

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September 1, 2023
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How To Make THE BEST STEAK FAJITAS

Ingredients:

⅓ cup lime juice

¼ cup pineapple juice (no sugar added)

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon minced garlic

2 teaspoon EACH: ground cumin AND chili powder (or more to taste)

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more to taste)

1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper

¼ cup chopped cilantro

Fajitas:

1 ½ – 2 pounds skirt or flank steak

1 tablespoon oil (high heat)

2 medium white onions, sliced

1 large poblano, ribs and seeds removed then sliced

2-3 bell peppers (any color you please!)

 

 

 

Optional:

guacamole,salsa, cilantro leaves, salsa verde, sour cream, black beans, rice, tortillas, cilantro lime rice, sautéed corn, tomatoes, lettuce, shredded, cheese, etc.

Directions:

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September 1, 2023
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No One Will Know It Only Took 5 Minutes To Prep

Picture this: A lazy Sunday where you indulge in the aroma of slow-cooked beef without breaking a sweat. Let’s make it a reality! This recipe celebrates the luxury of time while demanding just a dash of effort. Prepare to be amazed by a beef dish so sumptuous, it’s as if you toiled all day, when in truth, it only took 5 minutes of prep!
The secret lies in tender beef chuck roast, which simmers in a savory concoction of beef broth, balsamic vinegar, and a sprinkle of aromatic herbs and spices. The outcome? An enthralling feast that pairs wonderfully with green beans and buttery mashed potatoes or even atop a rustic slice of bread.
Effortless Balsamic Beef Delight
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

2 pounds beef chuck roast

1 cup beef broth

2 garlic cloves, finely minced

4 tablespoons brown sugar

½ cup balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Nestle the beef chuck roast inside a generously greased slow cooker.

Whisk together beef broth, garlic, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Once combined, drench the beef with this aromatic elixir.

Seal your slow cooker and let time do its magic. Set it on high for 4 hours, or opt for a prolonged simmer at low for 6-8 hours.

Once the beef has absorbed all those flavors and turned succulent, fish it out and shred with two forks. Submerge it back into the ambrosial juices in the slow cooker, ensuring each strand is soaked in flavor.

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August 31, 2023
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How To Make Twix Cookies

Twix Cookies taste like classic candy bar in cookie form! Crispy wafers are covered in  swirl of caramel and milk chocolate in this recipe.
These cookies are inspired by the satisfying blend of flavors of a twix bar. Crunchy, sweet and crunchy, Twix cookies are a great experience for kids and adults!
Reasons You’ll Love These Twix Cookies:
Homemade Twix Bar – These cookies pop when you crave a candy Twix bar!
EASY TO MAKE – It takes no more effort than a regular shortbread cookie recipe with amazing results.
Chocolate Caramel Cookies – If you like the combination of caramel and milk chocolate, these Twix cookies are for you!
Kid-Friendly Dessert – No child can miss chocolate covered wafer cookies. They would make a fun after school snack or dessert to share after dinner.

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
salt 1/2 teaspoon
20-24 mini Twix, unwrapped and halved

Preparation: how to make Twix cookies:

Preheat oven to 175 degrees C. Putting parchment paper on baking sheet.

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August 31, 2023
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How To Make GOOEY OOEY BARS

A dessert that strikes the perfect balance: moist yet fluffy, sticky with just the right hint of crunch. Sweetened to delight, but not overwhelmingly so – the essence of what a treat should encapsulate.

At first glance, these bars may seem like ordinary confections. But a single bite reveals a flavor that’s nothing short of captivating. They are the quintessential accompaniment to potlucks, picnics, and social gatherings.

It’s a delightful paradox when something so uncomplicated tastes so luxurious. The beauty of these bars lies in their simplicity. With minimal effort and using staples likely found in your pantry, you can whip up a batch that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy every bite!

Ingredients:

For the Base (Dandruff Layer):

1 box of unprepared dry yellow cake mix

8 tablespoons of melted butter

1 egg

For the Sticky Layer:

8 oz. soft cream cheese

2 eggs, whipped

16 oz. powdered sugar

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August 31, 2023
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How To Make Baked Garlic Parmesan Fries

You will never want to buy fries anywhere else after you see how easy and delicious they come out at home! You can actually taste the potatoes and not the bread crumbs, oil, and salt. Add any other spices of your choice.

Baked Garlic Parmesan Fries are the perfect side dish for any meal! They are crispy, flavorful, and easy to make. Best of all, they can be baked in the oven, so you don’t have to worry about frying them.

The submitter was right, these should come with a warning: “Highly Addictive”! These were awesome! And they’re perfect for when you want french fries withou the “fry”! I added a bit of dried crushed rosemary to the mix and since I didn’t have fresh parsley I had to substitute a bit of dried. These smelled great in the oven and tasted even better! When finished I seasoned them with Parmesan and instead of the seasoned salt I opted for a bit of sea salt. These were the perfect side dish for grilled burgers! Thanks for a great recipe Sarah! One I’m sure we’ll make again and again…

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon garlic, minced very fine

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 large (russet) baking potatoes, 12 ounces each or 1½ pounds total

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

½ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste

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August 31, 2023
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How To Make Chicken Pot Pie Bake

If chicken pot pie excites you but pie crust intimidates you, you’ve arrived at the perfect recipe. Classic chicken pot pie filling is baked into a stress-free casserole, and best of all, topped with buttery biscuits for that tantalizing golden brown finish. In a little more than an hour, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing casserole on your hands—no pie crust required. Here’s how to make it the best it can be:

How to make the best chicken pot pie casserole:
The key to this casserole is taking your time to sweat the veggies, and ensure you get a bit of color on them. This will add a layer of flavor complexity that really shows up in the final dish. If you have fresh peas on hand then feel free to use those, but we’re a big fan of frozen peas because they’re available year round.

Tip: If your biscuits are having trouble cooking, add on a few more minutes at the end to ensure they’re cooked through. We suggest not using extremely thick biscuits to avoid a longer cook time.

Storage.

If you have any leftovers, store in the fridge in an airtight container for around 3 days. Keep in mind that as time goes on, the biscuits will start to lean more on the soggy side. For the crispiest biscuit topping possible, enjoy this casserole the day of.

Made this? Let us know how it went in the comment section below!

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp. butter
  • 3  medium carrots, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 3 stalks celery, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1½ cups)
  • 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt, divided
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 2 c. whole milk
  • 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth

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August 31, 2023
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How To Make Classic Chocolate Cake

BEST CLASSIC CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE – This one pot chocolate cake recipe is quick, easy and delicious!Updated with gluten-unfastened, dairy-unfastened, and egg-unfastened options!
The chocolate cake recipe. Never?There are many claims for the quality chocolate brownie recipe. Got it.But with one chew of the decadent, wet chocolate cake with chocolate frosting, absolutely each person across the desk stated it turned into the exceptional
chocolate cake that they’d ever tasted.

You will need:

chocolate cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups granulated sugar

3/4 cup sifted Dutch cocoa powder

2 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon of salt

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 cup curd, at room temperature

1 cup hot water

2 large eggs, at room temperature

2 teaspoons vanilla

Swiss Chocolate Buttercream:

5 large egg whites

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

1 1/2 c butter

8 oz good quality dark chocolate, chopped, melted, cooled*

crowd:

Shavings or chocolate chips

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August 31, 2023
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Peanut Butter Cocoa No-Bake Cookies

These classic no-bake cookies are the perfect treat. Chocolate and peanut butter combine to make the best cookie ever!

I know, you may not think this is a very special recipe, but it really is. I feel like everyone should have an awesome no-bake recipe because there are times you just need it. Like when you need a last minute treat to bring somewhere, or when you have something baking in your oven but you still want to make cookies, or when you want something that everyone is guaranteed to love.That’s the truth. I’ve never met anyone who doesn’t like these.

Ingredients:

2 cups white sugar

1/2 cup butter

1/2 cup milk

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2/3 cup peanut butter

3 cups quick cooking oats

1/2 cup chopped peanuts (optional)

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions:

Place a piece of wax paper or foil on cookie sheet. Combine sugar, butter, milk and cocoa in medium saucepan.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to rolling boil.
Remove from heat; cool 1 minute.
Add peanut butter; stir to blend. Add oats, peanuts and vanilla; stir to mix well. Quickly drop mixture by heaping teaspoons onto wax paper or foil. Cool completely. Store in cool, dry place.

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August 30, 2023
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How To Make Old Fashioned Pancakes

There’s nothing quite like the comfort of classic pancakes for breakfast: light, airy, golden, and timeless. And the best part? They’re incredibly easy to whip up using ingredients you most likely already have on hand.

Pair them with a side of eggs, crispy bacon, and savory sausage, or let them shine solo, adorned with a pat of butter and drizzled with syrup. Feeling a bit extravagant? Top them with fresh berries and a dollop of vanilla-infused whipped cream. Wash it all down with a chilled glass of orange juice or a warm cup of coffee for the ultimate breakfast experience.

If by some chance you end up with leftovers, repurpose them into pancakes the following day. However, we wouldn’t be shocked if every last bite disappeared in a flash.

Ingredients:

 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon white sugar

3 tablespoons melted butter

1 egg

1/4 cup milk

 

Cooking spray for greasing

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, and milk until smooth. Let this mixture rest for 5 minutes.

Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and lightly spray with cooking spray.

Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

If you give this recipe a try, please let me know your thoughts! Even if it’s not to your taste, your feedback helps me refine my content.

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August 30, 2023
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