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Brown Sugar Cookie Dough Ice Cream - Island Bakes

Indulge in the creamy richness of brown sugar ice cream filled with chunks of chewy cookie dough and mini chocolate chips. This Island Bakes inspired treat is the perfect blend of sweetness and texture, guaranteed to satisfy your cravings on a sunny day. Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips For cookie dough: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips Instructions: Over medium-low heat, mix heavy cream, whole milk, brown sugar, and salt in a saucepan Stir the mixture until the sugar is gone and it's hot all the way through Now take it off the heat and mix in the vanilla extract Allow to coo
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Low Carb Italian Eggs in Purgatory

Low Carb Italian Eggs in Purgatory is a delicious and healthy Paleo, low carb, and keto-friendly breakfast dish. This Italian-inspired recipe features eggs poached in a flavorful tomato and pepper sauce, spiced with herbs and red pepper flakes. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for starting your day right! Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 can 14 ounces crushed tomatoes 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste Salt and black pepper to taste 4 large eggs Fresh basil leaves for garnish Instructions: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes Stir in minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes Add crushed tomato

Guacamole

This recipe for homemade guacamole is a classic hit that's great for parties, get-togethers, or just snacking. This guacamole is so tasty because it has creamy avocados, tangy lime, and a hint of spice from the jalapeo. Ingredients: 3 ripe avocados 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1-2 cloves garlic, minced 1-2 ripe tomatoes, diced 1 jalapeo pepper, seeded and minced Juice of 1-2 limes 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped Instructions: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl Mash the avocados with a fork or potato masher until desired consistency is reached Add the chopped red onion, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, and jalapeo pepper to the mashed avocados Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and black pepper Stir everything together un

Kabobless Chicken and Vegetables

You can enjoy the tasty flavors of kabobs without having to put them together on skewers. This chicken and vegetable dish doesn't have kabobs, so it's great for a quick and tasty grilled meal. Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks 1 red onion, cut into chunks 8 cherry tomatoes 8 button mushrooms, cleaned 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon paprika Salt and black pepper to taste Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Instructions: This is a marinade: put the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl Put the chicken cubes in a plastic bag that can be closed again and again Then, pour half of the marinade over the chicken

Strawberry Atole Paletas

Enjoy the traditional Mexican flavors of atole combined with the sweetness of fresh strawberries in these delightful paletas. Ingredients: 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced 1 cup milk 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup masa harina corn flour 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt Instructions: In a blender, combine strawberries, milk, sugar, masa harina, vanilla extract, and salt Blend until smooth and well combined Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top for expansion Insert popsicle sticks into the molds Freeze for at least 6 hours or until solid To unmold, briefly run warm water over the outside of the molds to loosen the popsicles

Quick Easy Chili

This quick and easy chili recipe is perfect for busy days. Simply brown the beef and veggies, then let your slow cooker do the rest of the work. The result is a hearty and flavorful chili that's sure to please the whole family. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can 14 5 oz diced tomatoes 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup beef broth 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Brown the ground beef in a pan over medium-low heat until it's no longer pink Get rid of extra fat To the pan, add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic Make sure the vegetables are soft Put the vegetables and beef that have been cooked in a slow cooker

Rocky Road Brownies

These Rocky Road Brownies are a delightful combination of rich chocolate, crunchy nuts, and gooey marshmallows. They are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Ingredients: 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter 2 cups granulated sugar 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans 1 cup mini marshmallows Instructions: Set the oven temperature to 175C 350F Butter a 9 x 13-inch baking dish The butter should be melted in 30-second increments in a microwave-safe bowl Add the sugar and stir until well mixed One egg at a time, adding and thoroughly mixing after each addition Add the vanilla extract and stir Mix the flour, salt, and cocoa powder in a different bowl Mixing