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Quick Easy Biscuits – Only 5 Ingredients!

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Most biscuit recipes call for lard and that is something that I just don’t have on hand on a day to day basis.  If you need a quick easy biscuit recipe that you can whip up fast and tastes delicious, this version uses butter and is a great go-to recipe for simple biscuits.

The key to a great texture is to use ice cold butter, and handle the dough as little as possible. Flaky and buttery these biscuits go well with a variety of dishes from sausage gravy at breakfast to fried chicken at night.

Quick Easy Biscuits:

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. Baking Powder
4 Tbsp. Butter, cold
½ tsp. Salt
¾ cup whole milk

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15 Easy Side Dishes

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Easy Side Dishes

Need ideas to spice up your meals but don’t have a lot of time?  Try these 15 Easy Side Dishes below.  You’re sure to find delicious sides to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.  I’m particularly partial to brussel sprouts and asparagus.  What are your favorite go-to easy side dishes?

Easy Side Dishes

 

1. Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
2. Apple Bacon Coleslaw
3. Crack Potatoes
4. Drunken Lemon Orzo
5. Grilled Asparagus, Cauliflower & Mushrooms
6. Brussel Sprouts w/ Bacon & Shallots
7. Parmesan Orzo
8. Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella Rice Salad
9. Mexican Corn Salad
10. Cajun Style Sweet Potato Fries
11. Mushroom Pull Apart Bread
12. Cucumber Salad
13. Asian Inspired Chopped Salad
14. Bacon Parmesan Ranch Potato Salad
15. Tuscan Style Garlic Bread

Bonus:

16: Easy baked carrots recipe
17. Quick Easy Biscuits

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Zucchini & Oatmeal Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Best Zucchini Cookies Recipe

I love zucchini and chocolate chip cookies, so why not combine the 2 into a delicious treat?  The recipe is made from garden fresh zucchini – perfect for when you have a summer bounty.

If you’re not a fan of some of the tasty extras in the recipe such as sunflower seeds and cranberry, you can omit it from the recipe without sacrificing flavor.

Zucchini Cookies Recipe:

Zucchini Cookies Recipe - Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini (1 medium)
  • 1/2 cup quick oats
  • 1/2 cup dried blueberry and cranberry mix – I used Ocean Spray Craisins, Blueberry Juice Infused
  • 1 2/3 cups (10-oz. pkg.) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup sunflower seeds, shelled and unsalted

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Directions:

1. Add flour, cinnamon and baking soda in small bowl.

2. Beat butter, sugar in large mixer bowl until well combined.

3. Add egg and vanilla extract, beat well.

 

Zucchini Cookies Recipe - batter

4. Add zucchini; gradually beat in flour mixture.

5. Stir in oats, blueberry and cranberry mix, sunflower seeds and chocolate chips.

Zucchini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

6. Drop by rounded teaspoon 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets.

7. Bake cookies for 9 to 11 minutes or until light golden brown around edges.

8. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes; remove to wire rack to cool completely.

9. Store in tightly covered container at room temperature.

Let us know what you think about this zucchini cookies recipe.  Did you make any changes or additions?

Zucchini & Oatmeal Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Note: This recipe was adapted from Very Best Baking by Nestle

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Fresh & Delicious – The Best Pico de Gallo Recipe

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Oh, how I love fresh Pico de Gallo!

Pico de Gallo makes a great topping for all my favorite Mexican dishes such as tacos, burritos and nachos.  It’s also a fantastic dip – perfect to scoop with salty tortilla chips. Sometimes I just eat it with a spoon – and other times with a bit of avocado. It’s so versatile,  you’re friends will be begging you to bring what will soon be pronounced as the best pico de gallo recipe to all your get togethers. This recipe is similar to my favorite Chipotle pico de gallo recipe. The red onion really makes the recipe and gives it that special Chipotle flavor.

The beauty of this recipe is that you can easily adjust it to your tastes. My recipe is a mild version as Lucy and I don’t like our pico de gallo spicy.  Derrick would add in 2 jalapeños if he wasn’t sharing with us. You could also leave the seeds in to kick the heat up a notch. I recommend starting with less jalapeño and adding a bit more until you get to the desired level of hotness.

Prep time is approximately 10 minutes with an hour needed before serving.  Serving size is about 4 but varies depending on the amount of pico you want to eat!

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Homemade Fruit Sorbet Recipe

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Fruit Sorbet Recipe
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As temperatures start to warm up, this fresh fruit sorbet recipe will hit the spot. It is a great palette cleanser, a perfect light dessert, and much healthier than store bought. This literally tastes like biting int a fresh, ripe piece of fruit – but even better. PLUS you can feel good about giving this to the kids on a hot day over an unhealthy scoop of processed ice cream.

My favorite combination is Cantaloupe but you can also use; Honeydew, Watermelon, Peaches, Mango’s, or Strawberries. Use whatever is fresh and in season for optimum flavor.

This recipe has basically no Weight Watchers points except for the sugar.  Read below to see an alternative to make this a super low point value treat.

Fruit Sorbet Recipe:

Ingredients:

2 cups fresh fruit
¼ cup coconut water
2 Tbsp. Lime juice
¼ cup granulated sugar

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Weight Watchers Oatmeal {Fabulous Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal}

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Whether you are watching your waistline or just want a delicious breakfast, these tempting jars of Apple Cinnamon Baked Weight Watchers Oatmeal are a filling and healthy choice for a quick breakfast. I chose ingredients that are known for their weight loss or health benefits. The three main ingredients pack a healthy punch that makes this a perfect breakfast choice.

Cinnamon is known to help control blood sugar levels, aid in weight loss, prevent stomach bugs (cinnamon is highly anti- bacterial), as well as aid in alertness and memory. Apples provide soluble fiber and regulate your blood sugar. While oatmeal is filling and is another excellent source of fiber that also helps control blood sugar. Aside from all the health benefits this baked oatmeal is simply fabulous!

Weight Watchers Oatmeal Recipe:

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Loaded Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

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Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
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This is a delicious cream cheese dip recipe that will knock your socks off and be the hit at your next party or potluck.  Thick and full of flavors,  all you will find left on the buffet table is an empty bowl.

Go ahead and bring the cream cheese dip recipe with you to share- it’s that good. Experiment a bit to find the right combo of flavors for you, cream cheese is such a versatile dip base- add in chopped chives, fresh crushed garlic, or different variations of shredded cheese. Give it a try, you are sure to love it!

Cream Cheese Dip Recipe:

Cream Cheese Dip Recipe Ingredients

Ingredients:

1-8oz. package Cream Cheese, room temp.
¼ cup crumbled bacon pieces
1 cup shredded Colby Jack
½ cup sour cream
1 tsp. Dill weed
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Mix all ingredients well in a medium bowl.
  2. Allow to sit in refrigerator for at least 2 hours for all flavors to combine.
  3. Serve with bagel chips, pretzels, pita chips, or crackers.

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Loaded Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
Recipe type: Appetiser
 
Ingredients
  • 1-8oz. package Cream Cheese, room temp.
  • ¼ cup crumbled bacon pieces
  • 1 cup shredded Colby Jack
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp. Dill weed
  • salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. -8oz. package Cream Cheese, room temp.
  2. ¼ cup crumbled bacon pieces
  3. cup shredded Colby Jack
  4. ½ cup sour cream
  5. tsp. Dill weed
  6. salt and pepper to taste

 

Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

What is your favorite addition to this Cream Cheese Dip Recipe?

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