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Easy Instant Pot Ribs

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Delicious and tender ribs cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot, finished with a flavorful barbecue glaze under the broiler. Ingredients: 2 racks of baby back ribs 1 cup barbecue sauce 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt Instructions: Take off the membrane thats on the back of the ribs and cut them into pieces that you can handle Get smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl Mix them together to make a rub Make sure the ribs are well covered by rubbing the spice mixture all over them Put the Instant Pot on Saute and heat the olive oil For about 5 minutes, brown the ribs on all sides Put the ribs in the Instant Pot In a bowl, mix and pour the barbecue sauce and water together Put the lid back on the Instant ...

BBQ Veggie Burger

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These BBQ Veggie Burgers are a perfect choice for barbecue season. Packed with flavor and texture, they are a delightful alternative to traditional meat burgers. Enjoy the smoky goodness of BBQ sauce with the freshness of vegetables in every bite Ingredients: 2 cups cooked black beans 1 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 cup diced red onion 1/2 cup diced bell pepper 1/4 cup BBQ sauce 1/4 cup grated carrots 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp paprika Salt and pepper to taste 4 burger buns Lettuce, tomato, and other toppings of your choice Instructions: In a large bowl, mash the black beans until mostly smooth Add breadcrumbs, red onion, bell pepper, BBQ sauce, carrots, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper Mix until well combined Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly...

Fruit-Laden Whole-Grain Pancakes

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These Whole-Grain Pancakes with Fruit Filling are a healthy and tasty way to start the day. Theyre a great way to start the day because theyre full of whole wheat goodness and fresh fruits. Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup buttermilk 1 large egg 2 tablespoons melted butter 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup fresh berries blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries 1/4 cup diced apples 1/4 cup diced bananas 1/4 cup chopped nuts optional Instructions: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined Dont overmix; lumps are okay Gently fold in the fre...

No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

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Indulge in these delightful no-bake cookies that combine the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate. With the perfect blend of sweetness and crunch, these cookies are a quick and easy treat for any occasion. Ingredients: 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup unsalted butter 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups quick-cooking oats 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup chopped peanuts Mini peanut butter cups for topping as desired Instructions: In a medium saucepan, combine peanut butter, honey, and unsalted butter over medium heat Stir constantly until the mixture is melted and well combined Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract Add quick-cooking oats, semisweet chocolate chips, and chopped peanuts to the mixture Stir until everything is evenly distributed Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper or a baking sheet, shaping them into cookies Press a min...

Vegan Mango Lassi and Banana Frozen Yogurt

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Enjoy the tropical tastes of mango and banana in this new take on a classic summer treat that is vegan. This recipe makes a tasty dessert or snack by mixing the richness of dairy-free yogurt with the sweetness of ripe fruits. Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas 1 cup frozen mango chunks 1 cup dairy-free yogurt 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup or agave syrup 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 cup non-dairy milk such as almond or coconut milk Instructions: Peel and slice the bananas In a blender, combine the sliced bananas, frozen mango chunks, dairy-free yogurt, maple syrup, ground cardamom, and non-dairy milk Blend until smooth and creamy Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more syrup Pour the mixture into ice cube trays and freeze for about 4-6 hours or until firm Once frozen, transfer the frozen cubes to a blender Blend again until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed ...

Vegan Cheesy Spinach Pasta

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Our family loves this vegan cheesy spinach pasta. Its a great comfort food. Cashews and nutritional yeast are used to make a creamy, cheesy sauce that is mixed with soft pasta and bright spinach to make a satisfying and healthy meal. Ingredients: 250g pasta of your choice 200g fresh spinach leaves, washed and chopped 1 cup raw cashews, soaked overnight 1/4 cup nutritional yeast 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups vegetable broth 2 tablespoons olive oil Instructions: Cook pasta according to package instructions Drain and set aside In a blender, combine soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, pepper, and vegetable broth Blend until smooth and creamy Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted Pour the creamy cashew sauc...

Stuffed Cupcakes

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Surprise your taste buds with a cream cheese and raspberry filling inside these stuffed cupcakes. Great for satisfying your sweet tooth Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup chocolate chips 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup raspberry jam Instructions: Warm up your oven to 350F 175C and put cupcake liners in a muffin tin Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl with a whisk Melt the butter and mix it with the sugar in another bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy One at a time, add the eggs and beat well after each one Add the vanilla extract and mix well Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones, mixing them in with the milk every so of...