Brown Sugar Garlic Pulled Pot Roast Sandwiches

These sandwiches are a perfect combination of sweet and savory, with tender pulled pot roast infused with flavors of brown sugar and roasted garlic. Slow cooking ensures the meat is succulent and falls apart effortlessly.

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs chuck roast
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup beef broth
• 1 onion, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 sandwich buns
• Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and beef broth

Place sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker

Season chuck roast with salt and pepper, then place it on top of the onions

Pour the brown sugar mixture over the roast

Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart

Once cooked, shred the meat using two forks

Serve the pulled pot roast on sandwich buns with optional toppings like coleslaw and pickles

Vegan Blueberry Pie with Vanilla Bean Spelt Crust

Indulge in the lusciousness of vegan blueberry pie with a wholesome spelt crust infused with vanilla bean goodness. This dessert is bursting with juicy blueberries and wrapped in a tender, flaky crust that will leave your taste buds singing.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
• 1/2 cup vegan butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped
• 3-4 tablespoons ice water

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375F 190C

In a large bowl, combine blueberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract

Toss gently until blueberries are evenly coated

Set aside

In another bowl, mix spelt flour, coconut sugar, and vanilla bean seeds

Add cold cubed vegan butter and blend using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs

Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together

Divide the dough into two portions, one slightly larger than the other

Roll out the larger portion on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish

Place the rolled dough into the pie dish

Pour the blueberry filling into the prepared pie crust

Roll out the remaining dough and cut it into strips to create a lattice pattern over the blueberry filling, or place it over the filling as a whole piece, cutting slits for ventilation

Trim excess dough and crimp edges to seal

Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling

Allow the pie to cool before serving

Enjoy!

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Cupcake

Indulge in the perfect combination of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter with these delectable cupcakes. They're sure to satisfy your sweet cravings!

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips for garnish
• 1/4 cup crushed peanuts for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C

Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners

In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt

In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition

Stir in vanilla extract

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients

Mix until just combined

Fill each cupcake liner 2/3 full with the cupcake batter

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean

Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely

In a small bowl, mix together the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth

Adjust the consistency with more cream if needed

Pipe or spread the peanut butter frosting onto the cooled cupcakes

Sprinkle chocolate chips and crushed peanuts on top for garnish

Serve and enjoy your delicious Chocolate and Peanut Butter Cupcakes!

Slow Cooker Healthy Fall Soup

A comforting and nutritious soup perfect for the fall season, made easily in a slow cooker.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups diced butternut squash
• 2 cups chopped kale
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

In the bottom of a slow cooker, put chicken breasts

To the pot, put in the chicken broth, celery, onion, garlic, thyme, rosemary, sage, salt, and pepper

Put the lid on top and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours

Take the chicken out of the slow cooker and use two forks to shred it

Put the chicken shreds back into the slow cooker

Acorn squash, kale, and apple cider vinegar should be added

Put the lid back on and cook for another 30 minutes, or until the squash is soft

Enjoy while hot!

Inside Out Turkey Cheeseburgers

Delicious and juicy turkey cheeseburgers with a flavorful twist, featuring melted cheddar cheese inside the patty. A perfect combination of turkey, cheese, and classic burger toppings for a satisfying BBQ experience.

Ingredients:

• 1
• 5 lbs ground turkey
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup finely chopped pickles
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 hamburger buns
• Lettuce, tomato, and additional cheese for toppings

Instructions:

Put breadcrumbs, chopped onion, chopped pickles, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl

Add the ground turkey and mix them all together

Thoroughly mix the ingredients together until they are well blended

Cut the mixture into four equal parts and use your hands to form them into burger patties

Warm up the grill over medium-high heat

They should be grilled for about 6 to 8 minutes on each side, or until they are fully cooked and the outside has a little char

Just before the burgers are done, put a slice of cheese on each one and let it melt

On the grill, toast the buns for one minute, or until they get a little brown

To make the burgers, put the turkey patties on the toasted buns and top with lettuce and tomato, if you like

Enjoy the Inside Out Turkey Cheeseburgers while they're still hot

Easy Couscous Salad

This Easy Couscous Salad is a quick and tasty way to serve couscous or as a light meal. It's full of fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing, so it's a great choice for a healthy and filling meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 1/4 cups boiling water
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup diced cucumber
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions:

Put couscous in a bowl that can handle heat

Cover couscous with a lid and pour boiling water over it

Let it sit for 5 minutes

Use a fork to fluff up the couscous, then set it aside to cool

Mix olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl with a whisk

In a large salad bowl, mix together the couscous, cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, red onion, and feta cheese

Pour the dressing over the salad and mix it all together

Put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before you serve it

Have fun with your cool couscous salad!

Almond Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

These vegan and gluten-free chocolate chip oatmeal cookie bars with almond butter are a great treat for any event. They're chewy, sweet, and full of good things for you.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond butter
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups rolled oats gluten-free if needed
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 175F 350C

You can use coconut oil to grease or line a 9x9-inch baking pan

Put almond butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a large bowl

Mix everything together well

Put salt, baking soda, and rolled oats in the bowl

Mix it all around by stirring

Add vegan chocolate chips and mix well

Spread the mixture out evenly in the baking pan that has been prepared

After the oven is hot, bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown

Before cutting the bars into squares, let them cool all the way in the pan

Have fun with your tasty chocolate chip oatmeal cookie bars with almond butter