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Hamburger Steaks with Mushrooms and Onions

January 8, 2017 by Shelby Law Ruttan 36 Comments

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Hamburger Steaks with Mushrooms and Onions make a hearty, delicious meal any night of the week! The vegetables are sautéed together until browned, then seasoned with a little red wine and beef broth to deglaze the pan. Smother the juicy burgers with this combination then top with some cheddar gruyere cheese for that finishing comfort food touch.

Smothered Hamburger Steaks

This meaty comfort food recipe is made with Certified Angus Beef for that best beef flavor. This low carb dish is a warm and delicious meal that can be ready to serve in under 30 minutes!

Beef: The ultimate comfort food!

It's not a secret that we love beef in the Grumpy house. Whenever I need something delicious and nutritious as well as fast, I always turn to beef. Ground beef is one of my favorites. There are so many different ways to enjoy it and it is always one of the easiest ways to put a meal on your table fast!

Recipes like Hamburger Soup, Spicy Sweet Chili Bowl, Grilled Reuben Burgers, and Meatball Chili make it on our table often! All of these are easy and delicious recipes that have become favorites in our home!

Smothered Hamburger Steaks

How to make Hamburger Steaks!

For this recipe I went with 85% lean ground Certified Angus Beef®. This gave me a little more fat to help keep the steaks juicy, as well as lean enough for the fat content to not be too high for our diet. I added some worcestershire sauce to deepen the flavor of the beef as well as salt and pepper. That is all this burger needs for a tasty burger on it's own!

Ingredients for the recipe include diced onions, mushrooms, ground beef

Add the seasonings to your ground beef and mix with your hands until combined.

ground beef in a clear mixing bowl with seasonings on top

Shape the beef mixture into patties.

raw shaped ground hamburger steaks on a paper plate

Heat oil in skillet until hot and place hamburger steaks in skillet.

placing hamburger steak in hot skillet with oil

Cook hamburger steaks until well browned on both sides.

Hamburger steaks browned in skillet

Once the burgers have cooked a few minutes on each side, you remove them and cook the mushrooms and onions. This is where the over the top goodness comes in!

Sauteing onions and mushrooms in skillet

Once the vegetables are sauteed, you will create your sauce by thickening with a little flour and adding some red wine and beef broth. Then you will add the burgers back to the pan and bury them with the mushroom and onion mixture.

Smothered Hamburger Steaks with Onions and Mushrooms and cheese on top.

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I love to use my Lodge Cast Iron Skillet for this recipe! I I highly recommend it and love how it gives a nice crispy brown exterior to the hamburger steaks. It holds heat and disperses it evenly!

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More beefy comfort food recipes you may like

  • The Ultimate Burger Bowl
  • Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie
  • Homemade Corned Beef Hash and Eggs
  • Low Carb Taco Meatloaf
  • Beef Barley Skillet Dinner

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Smothered Hamburger Steaks

Shelby Law Ruttan
Hamburger Steaks are smothered with mushrooms and onions, a little red wine and beef broth. Top with some cheddar gruyere cheese for a tasty dinner in less than 30 minutes!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 660 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound 80/20 ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil , divided
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ¾ teaspoon salt , divided
  • ¾ teaspoon black pepper , divided
  • ¼ cup onion , finely chopped
  • 8 ounces baby portobello mushrooms , sliced
  • 1½ teaspoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsalted beef stock
  • ¼ cup dry red wine
  • 4 ounces slices cheddar-gruyere cheese

Instructions
 

  • Combine beef, 1 teaspoons oil, Worcestershire, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper in a bowl; mix with hands. Divide into 4 portions, shaping each into a patty.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons oil to pan and swirl to coat. Add patties to pan and cook 3 minutes on each side. Remove patties from pan.
    cooked beef patties in the skillet
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to pan and swirl to coat. Add onion and mushrooms to pan. Cook until mushrooms are browned. Sprinkle with flour, remaining ¼ teaspoon salt, and remaining ¼ teaspoon pepper; cook 2 minutes.
    Sauteing onions and mushrooms in skillet
  • Add wine and beef stock to pan. Cook 1 minute or until thickened and slightly reduced, stirring frequently. Move onion mixture to sides of pan and return patties to pan. Spoon onion mixture over patties. Place 1 oz cheese slice over each patty. Cover and cook or until cheese melts (about 2-3 minutes)

Nutrition

Serving: 5gCalories: 660kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 47gFat: 48gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 156mgSodium: 911mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword Smothered Hamburger Steaks
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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms - low carb recipe

December 29, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 18 Comments

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Low Carb Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are a quick and easy appetizer recipe. The spicy sausage is toned down by the cream cheese filling giving a creamy and spicy zing. This full of flavor recipe is perfect to serve for those who follow a keto low carb diet. Bonus that it is also gluten-free!

Low Carb Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

This appetizer recipe is great for parties, game day gatherings, or holiday appetizers with the family. And, for those low carb dieters, Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms can also be a main course with a salad on the side. They can also be used as a side dish recipe!

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms on a holiday serving plate

Why I made this recipe

My mainstay for dinner is a protein, such as beef, chicken, venison, or fish. I usually cooked it in a skillet or on a grill top. No starch, and low carb. I love mushrooms and hot sausage so to me, putting the two together with a cheese filling sounded like a great idea.

I wanted to make a keto stuffed mushroom recipe that we could enjoy either as a meal or an appetizer that we could take with us to parties or serve at our home for family gatherings. This would give us an option to stick to our low carb plan.

Converting Recipes To Keto

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are so easy to make! The first thing I did was take my recipe for Bacon Pecan Stuffed Mushrooms and removed the bread soft crumbs. I saute the onions and stems of the mushrooms with butter. If you prefer, you can use olive oil instead of butter.

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

For the cheese in this recipe, I used full-fat cheese that I shredded myself. I chose a Cheddar Gruyere cheese blend because it has a ton of flavor and I knew it would go well with the hot sausage. The cream cheese helps to bind and thicken the sausage stuffing.

Adapt this recipe to fit your eating style

It is so easy to make adaptions to this recipe and give it variety. Below are some ways you could change it up!

  • Change the protein. Substitute ground pork, ground beef, sweet Italian sausage or Spicy Hot Italian sausage, in place of the venison.
  • Use different cheeses. I have used Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, and Muenster cheese!
  • Use Portobello Mushrooms for a large sausage stuffed mushroom! This makes it easier to be the main course dish. Make it even more special and top it off with a soft fried egg!
  • Omit the onions and mix some chopped chives into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Sprinkle the cooked mushrooms with some fresh thyme or crispy fried sage leaves
overhead view of appetizers on a plate

Top Tips

  • Make sure the cream cheese is soft prior to adding to the skillet. This will make mixing it into the sausage mixture easier.
  • Use full-fat cheese, keto is a low carb high-fat diet. Reduced-fat cheese adds carbs to the plan and defeats the purpose of high fat.
  • Use a smaller baking dish to keep the mushrooms close together, or a mini muffin pan to bake the mushrooms. You want them to stay upright.
  • Cook the sausage until its a bit on the crispy side. Crispy bits have a ton of flavor!

Other Low Carb Recipes To Try

So you want to cut down on the meat? These Greek Stuffed Mushrooms will do that and keep the carbs down as well. Make them appetizer sized with baby portobellos!

Whenever we have an appetizer party I will bring out these Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms and a variety of other low carb and regular recipes for my guests. One of my very favorite things to do is make a Low Carb Pizza Crust recipe and top it several different ways.

More low carb options for appetizers would be Mom's Italian Style Deviled Eggs. This is one of my go-to deviled egg recipes for parties. And, this recipe for Cheesy Jalapeno Bacon Cheeseburger Dip always goes over well.

Set out a bag of chips for your friends who aren't low carb. These Zucchini Chips with Everything but the Bagel Seasoning is a crunchy option for yours on a low carb meal plan.

Make these Sausage and Pepper Sandwiches and use the Keto Slider Roll for the bread.

This Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Mushroom is another great way to stuff mushrooms!

If you made this recipe for Low Carb Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms, please leave a comment and rating below!

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Low Carb Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

Shelby Law Ruttan
These Low Carb Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are made with only 6 ingredients and full of amazing flavor. The spicy venison sausage is toned down slightly by the cheese filling and the white wine. This recipe is low carb, keto friendly, and a perfect appetizer for guests!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 156 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • ⅓ lb ground venison hot sausage cooked and crumbled
  • 8 oz baby portobello mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ¼ cup onions chopped
  • ½ cup white wine
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 ounces cheddar gruyere cheese shredded
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Clean mushroom caps and remove stems. Set caps aside and chop stems into small pieces.
  • Cook ground venison sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Add onion and mushroom stems to skillet and cook until softened. Slowly add white wine to de-glaze pan and simmer until wine has evaporated. Add sausage and cream cheese to skillet and stir to combine. Stir in ½ half of shredded cheddar.
  • Spoon filling into mushroom caps. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar and bake in 400 degree oven for 15 - 20 minutes. Remove from oven and serve while hot.

Notes

If you choose to substitute chicken broth for wine, the net carbs are not significantly changed and would still be approximately 3 net carbs per serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 156kcalCarbohydrates: 3.61gProtein: 10.11gFat: 11.19gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 103mgFiber: 0.4g
Keyword Low Carb Stuffed Mushrooms, Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
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Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas

December 14, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 10 Comments

Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas

It is that time of year when everyone is searching for Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas. Charcuterie boards seem to be all the rage this year and it's no surprise. After all, who doesn't love cheese, crackers, meats and wine? Today I am sharing with you items that I love to put on my Charcuterie board!

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Pomegranate Pistachio Brie

I am honored to announce that I am one of 16 bloggers hand selected by CK Mondavi to be one of their first CK Mondavi Ambassadors. For my first post, I am sharing with you some quick, easy, and tasty ideas for your holiday entertaining!

Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas

Justin and I met Janice Mondavi last June when attending the Food & Wine Conference in Orlando. It was an instant connection between moms who love their children and want to see the best for them no matter what path their life choices take them on. For us, family is the core of our beings. Within that core, also is the desire to entertain and feed those we love!

Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas

Feeding people is rooted deep in me and it was well inherited from my Nanny! I love to entertain no matter whether it's a big or small party. The first time I decided to do a holiday entertaining party with my sons I made a Brie cheese wheel baked in puff pastry. Justin & Chris were around 9 and 10 years old and I made it for Christmas Eve, served it with grapes and apples. They fell all over the stuff and to this day enjoy a pastry wrapped brie whenever it is around.

Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas

While Brie Cheese is awesome baked in a puff pastry, it is equally as awesome when just set out at room temperature and topped with fresh pomegranate seeds, roasted pistachios and drizzled with a little honey! So easy to assemble and even easier to eat! Just be sure to set the brie out at least 30 minutes before serving to bring it to room temperature.

Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas

This year I decided to experiment with Brie in a slightly different way and added dates, bacon, and balsamic glaze to the picture!

Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas

Grumpy, who is always on guard when I make something new, loved these dates! New winner for our next entertaining event! The only noise I heard was his nose sniffing the air as he walked into the kitchen looking to steal whatever was making that tempting aroma!

Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas

We could barely wait to try these and Grumpy loved them so much he told my friend Valerie that every piece she took from the tray was going to cost her a quarter!

Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas

While we love to have our cheese, crackers, wine and other small bites, we also love to have our sweet treats set out! One of my favorite recipes to make for gatherings are the Italian Christmas Cookies!

Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas

This cookie recipe will make a big batch of cookies. but I guarantee you will not have any trouble with them not disappearing before the night is over!

How do you entertain and what Holiday Entertaining Recipe Ideas do you have to share? Leave them in the comment section below, I would love to hear them!

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Holiday Entertaining
Author: Grumpy's Honeybunch
Ingredients
  • Entertaining platter:
  • [url href="https://presidentcheese.com/products/brie-cheese/president-brie-round/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"]President Brie[/url]
  • [url href="https://presidentcheese.com/products/cheese-spreads/rondele-president-organic-garlic-herbs/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"]Rondele Spreadable Cheeses[/url]
  • Pomegranate Seeds
  • Assorted Crackers
  • Cookies
  • Fresh Fruit such as grapes, apples, cherries
  • Bacon Wrapped Brie Stuffed Dates
  • Balsamic Glaze (I buy bottled in the grocery store)
  • Assorted variety of cured meats such as hard salami, soppressata, and prosciutto
  • Assorted variety of CK Mondavi Wines (such as Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Scarlet Five)
Instructions
  1. Bake the dates ahead of time. You will cut a small slice of brie, place inside the date, and wrap with ½ slice of bacon. Bake in 350 degree oven for 20 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Broil on low 3-4 more minutes for a crispier exterior.
  2. Assemble your platters by placing product on a large serving tray or board. Top the Brie Round with Pomegranate Seeds, Roasted Pistachios, and drizzle with honey.
  3. Add Rondele Spreadable cheese with crackers and fruit. Feel free to add other cheeses for variety.
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Roasted Strawberry Chipotle Sauce

December 11, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 8 Comments

Roasted strawberry chipotle sauce in a white bowl.

The flavor of roasted Florida strawberries combined with the smokiness of chipotle in this Roasted Strawberry Chipotle Sauce makes a delicious dipping sauce for a holiday platter full of roasted shrimp or to coat your slow cooker meatballs or kielbasa. This sauce would be delicious as a drizzle sauce on tacos or set out for dipping at bigger parties or make individual tasting spoons for smaller more intimate gatherings!

This post is sponsored by Florida Strawberry in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own.

Strawberry Chipotle Sauce

The holidays have arrived and so has Florida Strawberry Season! When it gets cold out in New York, I know that I can still have fresh, delicious Florida Strawberries to cheer me up and get me through the winter! Not to mention they are available through the spring! I love the nutritious strawberry. It helps fuel your vitamin C with just 8 berries, and are virtually fat free. When I bite into a fresh strawberry I feel bright, refreshed, happy, and full of life! Isn't it amazing how a simple fruit can make you feel so alive?

Strawberry Chipotle Sauce

This time of year, the biggest thing on my mind is what can I make for an appetizer? I love appetizers. If I had a dime for every time I've said that phrase either in person or on my blog, I would be a rich woman! So, I am always looking for ways to make something a little unique or special for an appetizer.

Strawberry Chipotle Sauce
Roast the strawberries!

I decided to take fresh Florida Strawberries and roast them to make a smoky, spicy dipping sauce for my roasted shrimp. I love the flavor and strawberry juice that accumulates as you roast your berries and thought it would match well with a little bit of a heat in a sauce to dip my roasted shrimp in.

Strawberry Chipotle Sauce
Cook and blend the sauce!

Making this sauce was as easy as roasting the berries, then simmering the remaining ingredients on the stovetop with the strawberries for a short time.

Strawberry Chipotle Sauce
Blend it all together!

After cooling for a little bit, I put it all in my nutribullet and blended it up until it was nice and smooth.

Strawberry Chipotle Sauce
Roast your shrimp.

While my sauce was simmering I roasted my shrimp that I was going to serve with the sauce. Simply seasoned with a little bit of olive oil, salt and pepper, these took only about 6 minutes in the oven. Once cooled, I then put them in the refrigerator to keep cold.

Strawberry Chipotle Sauce
Prepare to serve.

I love the little tasting spoons and I always use them for intimate gatherings with several appetizers on the menu.

Strawberry Chipotle Sauce
Roasted Strawberry Chipotle Sauce

What are some of your favorite ways to serve strawberries all winter long? I would love to hear some of your ideas! What you you serve this Roasted Strawberry Chipotle Sauce with?

Be sure to check out what other SundaySupper Tastemakers made with Florida Strawberries by visiting the links below!

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Roasted Strawberry Chipotle Sauce

Roasted Strawberry Chipotle Sauce

Shelby Law Ruttan
Delicious roasted strawberries combined with chipotle flavors for a delicious dipping sauce!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Keto Condiments
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 29 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 quart strawberries cleaned, hulled and sliced
  • ⅓ cup sugar-free ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons sugar-free strawberry jam
  • 1 tablespoon golden monkfruit
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 chipotle chili in adobo chopped
  • ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Line a baking pan with foil and place strawberries in a single layer. Use enough foil to fold up sides so the strawberry juice does not escape. Roast in oven until they start to caramelize, about 15 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients to a medium sized sauce pan and bring to a boil. Add roasted strawberries and juice. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for about 20 minutes. Add the cilantro and puree in a food processor or blender.

Notes

1 tablespoon equals 1 serving

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonCalories: 29kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 208mgPotassium: 101mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 57IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg
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Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Roll Recipe

December 7, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 8 Comments

This Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Roll Recipe is a quick and easy appetizer that is sure to make your next celebration tasty! The flaky crescent roll dough has a delicious bite of buttery garlic, cheese, and pepperoni in every bite.

I love to serve this Pepperoni Roll recipe for tailgating parties, holiday events, and even on night movie night!

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Baked pepperoni roll recipe in a cast iron skillet with some of the rolls removed.

🍕Why I Love Pepperoni Pizza Rolls

What I love most about this pepperoni roll up is the convenience factor. It is so easy to pop open a can of crescent roll dough, then just sprinkle the filling over top, roll it up, cut, and bake!

I also love that these disappear fast whenever I make them. Everyone loves this pepperoni roll recipe so much that I usually have to make more than one batch. I like to set them out and offer up a side of this tasty homemade pasta sauce for dipping.

cheesy garlic pizza bites made with crescent roll dough
Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites

Ingredients

Refrigerated crescent roll dough. I like to buy the crescent roll sheet if I can find it.

Salted butter, this is melted and brushed over top of the crescent roll dough to add flavor.

Garlic powder

Shredded mozzarella cheese

Flour to dust the board the crescent roll dough will be rolled out on.

Pepperoni slices, we like this brand best.

Cooking spray, to coat the skillet.

Crescent  roll dough laid out flat and topped with cheese and pepperoni slices.

🍽 Equipment

Small microwave safe bowl to melt the butter in.

Pastry brush to spread the butter over top of the crescent roll dough. I love these silicone brushes.

Cheese grater (if not using pre-shredded cheese).

Rolling pin, I like to use this wooden rolling pin.

Sharp knife to cut through the dough.

Cast iron skillet, (8-inch)

Unbaked roll that has been cut and you can see the pepperoni rolled up into the dough.
Unbaked Pepperoni Roll on sheet.

🔪 Instructions

Step 1:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Lay the crescent roll sheet out on a flat surface that has been dusted with a little bit of flour.
  3. Roll the dough lightly to flatten and stretch to about ½ inch on all sides.

Step 2:

  1. Mix the garlic powder and melted butter together.
  2. Brush the butter mixture over top of crescent roll dough.
  3. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over dough surface.
  4. Layer pepperoni slices over top of mozzarella cheese.

Step 3:

  1. Roll the dough lengthwise starting at the side closest to you and pinch any dough back together where it may tear as rolling.
  2. Slice the pepperoni roll dough into 14 slices and place in a cast iron skillet that has been coated with cooking spray.
  3. Bake the pepperoni rolls for 20-25 minutes or until browned. Let cool about 10 minutes before serving.
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💭 Top Tips

  • If using perforated crescent roll dough, be sure to pinch the seams together to prevent leakage.
  • Use whole mozzarella cheese if you want more of a cheese pull.

📖 Variations

  • Make these Pepperoni Rolls with homemade pizza dough in place of crescent roll dough.
  • Substitute 1 cup cooked, crumbled, sweet or hot Italian sausage for the pepperoni slices.
  • Sprinkle some Italian seasoning over top of the cheese layer.
  • Add some caramelized onions and simple sauteed mushrooms deluxe pepperoni pizza roll recipe!
Baked cheesy garlic pizza bites in a cast iron skillet with some of the rolls removed.

More Appetizer Recipes

  • Buttery Garlic Bread Chips
  • Spicy BBQ Chicken Crescents
  • Cheesy Garlic Bread with golden spots of melted cheese and crispy edges on a blue cutting mat.
    Cheesy Garlic Bread
  • Bacon Cheeseburger Dip

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Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites

Shelby Law Ruttan
These Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites are a quick and easy recipe that is sure to make your next celebration tasty! Chock full of pepperoni and cheese. Spread with a little garlic butter before rolling up. Then cut into bite-sized treats before baking.  This treat is too delicious not to eat up and enjoy with the rest of your family!
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 436 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounce tube of crescent roll dough
  • 1 tablespoon butter , melted
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese , shredded
  • 1 cup pepperoni slices
  • cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Lay the crescent roll sheet out onto a flat surface that has been dusted with a little bit of flour. Roll the dough lightly to flatten and stretch about ½ inch on all sides.
  • Mix the garlic powder and melted butter together.
  • Brush the butter mixture over top of crescent roll dough.
  • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over top of the garlic butter on the dough surface.
  • Layer the pepperoni slices over top of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Roll the dough lengthwise starting at the side closest to you and pinch any dough back together where it may tear as rolling.
  • Slice the dough into 14 slices and place the pepperoni rolls in a cast iron skillet that has been coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until rolls are browned. Let cool about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2rollsCalories: 436kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 15gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 1141mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 222IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 226mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Rolls, Pepperoni Pizza Rolls, Pepperoni Roll Recipe, Pepperoni Rolls
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Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers

November 16, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 23 Comments

Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers

This post is sponsored by Workman Publishing Company in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own. The recipe for Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers is used with permission from the publisher.

Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers are easy to make, require less than 5 ingredients, and are reminiscent of the chocolate orange you find over the holidays. These crispy hazelnut filled wontons are sprinkled with orange sugar and are a great dessert after your dinner or party treat to make for the holidays!

Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers

Mad Hungry - a Cookbook Review

I recently received the Mad Hungry Family cookbook to review. This hardcover book contains no-fuss recipes like these Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers that are full of flavor.

The author, Lucinda Scala Quinn, shares "empty fridge" strategies that are budget-friendly and creative! Giving the experienced and newbie cook tools they need to be successful in the kitchen resulting in a happy and satisfied family!

Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers

Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers - an undeniable keeper recipe!

This recipe for Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers is one that I will definitely keep around for holiday gatherings. They are easy to make, take little effort, time, or ingredients! Just 5 ingredients will have you in the kitchen making one of the tastiest recipes ever! and you are ready to go!

ingredients for the recipe

What you need to make Chocolate Orange Hazelnut Potstickers

Orange Sugar: Simply mix the zest of 1 orange with the ½ cup of sugar until you smell the fragrance of the orange and the sugar has turned an orange tint. This is NOT a part of the recipe you want to skip. Believe me. The orange sugar sprinkled on top of the wontons makes is not optional.

a bowl of orange scented sugar with microplane and fresh orange beside it

Wonton Wrappers: You can easily find these in the grocery store. They are made of wheat flour, eggs, and water. And, these perfectly square little wrappers make wonderful appetizers!

Hazelnut Spread: If you were deprived like I was as a child (this was NEVER in our cabinet and I don't understand why!), they once you try this, you will never go without it in your cabinet! This is a sweet, chocolatey, nutty spread that is delicious!

hazelnut filling on a wonton with a bowl of hazelnut filling in the background

Tips for making the best Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers

  • Lie the wonton skin on a flat surface and only place the teaspoon of hazelnut filling. Don't put too much in the wonton, it will seep out.
  • Dip your fingers in water to dampen the edges of the wonton skin then press together. This will seal the filling inside.
  • Try salted butter to fry the wontons. This will add that chocolate salted flavors people love!
  • Don't force the potstickers to come "unstuck" from the skillet. They will naturally release when they are ready.
frying the potstickers

Let me give you a fair warning; these Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers are super delicious! One batch may not be enough depending on the appetite factor of your family. These stay crispy and are so easy to make that you can make a few batches of these for a party the day of, then bring them out that evening where they will still be crisp and delicious!

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More favorite recipes with hazelnut filling

If you are like me, you LOVE hazelnut filling. My easiest and most favorite cookie to make are these Chocolate Hazelnut Gingerbread Cookie Cups.

Hazelnut Thumbprints are another delicious favorite. Chocolate cookie dough with hazelnut filling, Who could ask for more?

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Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers

Chocolate Hazelnut Orange Potstickers

Shelby Law Ruttan
A delicious buttery, crispy, and hazelnut filled wonton cookie that is garnished with orange-scented sugar.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 8 minutes mins
Total Time 28 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 522 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 16 wonton skins
  • 1 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup water

Instructions
 

  • Combine the orange zest and sugar and set aside. Lay the wonton skins on a work surface and spoon 1 scant tablespoon of the chocolate-hazelnut spread onto each. Brush the edges with water and then fold the skins to form half-moons or triangles. Press the moistened edges together to seal.
  • Heat a 10-inch saute pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the butter and water and let the butter melt.
  • Add the chocolate-filled wontons, cover, and simmer for about 3 minutes.
  • Remove the cover and simmer until the liquid has evaporated.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and cook until the bottoms of the wontons become crisp and golden brown.
  • Use a flat spatula to help release them from the pan. (They may stick at first, then release once they are ready.) Blot any butter with a paper towel.
  • Sprinkle the orange-sugar mixture over the wontons and serve with ice
    cream and orange segments, if using.

Notes

Recipe used with permission from Workman Publishing Company

Nutrition

Serving: 2wontonsCalories: 522kcalCarbohydrates: 87gProtein: 7gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 277mgFiber: 3gSugar: 73g
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Gingerbread Cookie Cups

November 13, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 14 Comments

Gingerbread Cookie Cups with Hazelnut Filling and Orange Scented Sugar sprinkled on top

Gingerbread Cookie Cups are a sweet little holiday treat made with a simple cooke mix and filled with rich chocolate hazelnut spread. They're easy to assemble and bring a fun twist to classic gingerbread.

Gingerbread Cookie Cups filled with Nutella and sprinkled with a orange sugar topping on a festive plate.

I've always loved baking gingerbread during the holidays, and these cookie cups fit right in with the festive cookies I grew up making with my family. They remind me of the tiny Pecan Tassie treats my mom used to set out on a plate during December.

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Why You'll Love Gingerbread Cookie Cups Recipe

Kid friendly: simple steps make it easy for little helpers to join in.

Festive treat: a great addition to Christmas cookie trays and holiday gatherings.

Easy assembly: no rolling or cutting - just press, bake, and fill.

A mini muffin pan with balls of gingerbread dough inside each cup and a wooden tart maker lying next to the pan.

Key Ingredients for Gingerbread Cookie Cups

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

  • Gingerbread cookie mix: a quick shortcut that still delivers classic holiday flavor.
  • Chocolate hazelnut spread: creates a rich, creamy filling for these holiday gingerbread desserts.
  • Orange zest: adds a bright note that balances the warm spices.
  • Granulated sugar: rubbed with zest to make a fragrant orange sugar topping.
Chocolate Hazelnut Filled Gingerbread Cups

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Use chocolate ganache instead of hazelnut spread for a richer filling.
  • Swap orange zest with lemon zest for a sharper citrus note.
  • Replace orange sugar with cinnamon sugar for a more traditional flavor.

Variations on Gingerbread Cookie Cups

  • Add a small spoonful of dulce de leche under the hazelnut filling for extra sweetness.
  • Sprinkle the tops with crushed peppermint candy for a fun holiday variation.
  • Mix mini chocolate chips into the dough before baking for a double chocolate cookie cup.
Gingerbread cookie cups being filled with nutella in a piping bag.

Tips for Better Holiday Gingerbread Desserts

  • Lightly spray or grease the tart pan, then allow the cookie cups to cool slightly before removing from the pan so the cookie cups release easily.
  • Press the dough gently into the cups - too firmly and they may puff unevenly.
  • Cool completely before adding the hazelnut filling so the spread stays smooth.

How to Store

Store cookie cups in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days. For longer storage, store in the freezer (unfilled) up to 3 months.

Up close image of a gingerbread cookie cup filled with chocolate hazelnut filling and sprinkled with orange sugar.

Serve With...

Gingerbread Cookie Cups pair nicely with other holiday treats like Cut Out Sugar Cookies (Snowflake) or Santa's Whiskers Cookies. They also go well with warm seasonal drinks such as Homemade Eggnog or a Chocolate Martini when assembling a holiday dessert table.

More Christmas Cookies Recipes You'll Love

You might enjoy my Poinsettia Cookies, or the spiced flavor of Nanny's Ginger Molasses Cookies, or the rich taste of Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies.

When you make this recipe, please comment below and let me know what you think. I'd love it if you tag me on Instagram @grumpyshoneybunch or #grumpyshoneybunch so I can see your photos!

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Gingerbread Cookie Cups with Hazelnut Filling and Orange Scented Sugar sprinkled on top

Gingerbread Cookie Cups

Shelby Law Ruttan
These Gingerbread Cookie Cups are soft, spiced cookie shells filled with smooth chocolate hazelnut spread and topped with fragrant orange sugar. They're an easy holiday dessert with warm seasonal flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Christmas Cookies, Cookies, Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 206 kcal

Equipment

  • Mini muffin pan
  • Tart tamper
  • mixing bowls
  • Cooling Rack
  • Piping bag , or spoon
  • Microplane zester

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Ingredients
  

  • 17.5 ounces Gingerbread Cookie Mix
  • 24 tablespoons Chocolate Hazelnut Spread
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Make cookie mix according to package directions.
  • Divide dough into 24 tablespoon sized balls.
  • Spray small tart pan with cooking spray.
  • Place dough balls in tart pan and press with tart press or fingers to form to shape of tart pan.
  • Bake in oven for 10 minutes.
  • Make orange sugar by rubbing orange zest into sugar with fingers. It will become very fragrant.
  • Remove cookie cups from oven and press center of cup back down into pan using tart press (or use a wooden spoon handle if you don't have a tart press).
  • Place back in oven and bake another 5 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cool on cooling rack for 10 minutes. Remove tarts from pan and place on cooling rack. Cool completely.
  • Pipe or spoon hazelnut spread into cooled cookie wells. About 1-½ tablespoons per cup.
  • Sprinkle with orange sugar.

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 29mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 30g
Keyword chocolate hazelnut gingerbread cups, Christmas cookie cup recipe, Easy holiday cookies, gingerbread cookie cup recipe, Gingerbread Cookie Cups, gingerbread tartlets, gingerbread treats, holiday gingerbread desserts, Nutella cookie cups
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Butternut Steak Rice Bowl

October 27, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan Leave a Comment

Beef Butternut Rice Bowl

Flank Steak cooked to medium perfection and served in a bowl with wild rice mix, roasted butternut squash, and cilantro with a splash of lime juice! Butternut Steak Rice Bowl is a complete meal in a bowl that is healthy, delicious, and nutritious.

Butternut Steak Rice Bowl

It is no secret that we love beef in this house! So, when I was presented with the opportunity to attend a New York Beef Council event a few weeks ago, there was no way I was turning it down! The opportunity to visit the gorgeous Finger Lake Region in the fall was not going to be a disappointment either.

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We visited the Wilson Beef Farm as well as the Market location where they butcher and process all of their beef. It was a very interesting and informative experience!

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From the farm to the table, we learned about how the cattle are raised and taken care of and on to how beef is processed, aged, inspected, and graded.

Beef Grading

Our second day we moved on to how to cut the meat as well as the nutrition of beef and we were given some hands on experience!

Beef

The fun and learning of hands on experience!

Beef

I didn't realize how interested I would be in learning how to cut meat until I had my hands on experience. After this tour, I'm inspired to learn everything I can about the different cuts and how to use them! Pictured above on the top left is me, and a member of my team on the lower right of the collage is Ashley from Wishes and Dishes! We made a Marinated Asian Steak and Noodle salad with the meat that was cut!

Butternut Steak Rice Bowl

I came home completely inspired and ready to start learning more about our food and where it comes from, as well as delicious ways to prepare it, such as this Butternut Steak Rice Bowl!

I want to thank the New York Beef Council for inviting me to join the #BeefTogether blogger tour and I know I will be using their website often for information and recipes!

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Now let's cook Butternut Steak Rice Bowl!

Butternut Steak Rice Bowl

Today I am sharing a recipe with flank steak, which is a leaner cut of beef. This cut takes little time to cook, which makes it easy for those nights you need dinner fast! This particular meal takes a little longer to cook due to the wild rice and roasted butternut squash. I made this recipe on the weekend and it was good for a "steak bowl" lunch a couple of days during the week! So, while this may take longer than the 3o minutes for an easy weeknight meal, it is a perfect meal to make up and divide into lunch portions for later in the week!

Need help finding a lean cut of beef? I use the Interactive Butcher Counter as a guide!

 

Butternut Steak Rice Bowl
Author: Grumpy's Honeybunch
Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 30 mins
Total time: 45 mins
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
  • 16 oz. flank steak
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • lime (for garnish)
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 cups cubed butternut squash
  • Cooking Spray
  • 2 cups wild rice mix
  • 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Cook wild rice with beef broth according to instructions.
  3. Place butternut squash on baking tray that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place in oven and bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  4. Whisk together lemon juice, lime juice, chili sauce, brown sugar, and fresh ginger. Divide sauce and set aside.
  5. Heat grill pan until hot. Coat with cooking spray. Place flank steak on grill pan and cook for 7 minutes. Flip steak onto other side, brush generously with ½ sauce mixture and grill 7 more minutes, or until temperature of steak reaches desired doneness. Remove steak from grill pan and let rest 10 minutes. Slice diagonally into thin slices.
  6. Assemble your salad bowl by placing ½ cup cooked rice, ½ cup butternut squash, and 4 ounces of thinly sliced steak slices. Drizzle with a teaspoon of sauce mixture and garnish with lime slices and cilantro.
Notes
To give the rice more flavor, I substitute the water for beef broth when cooking.
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Honey Popcorn Balls

October 21, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 2 Comments

Honey Popcorn Ball Bites

Popcorn balls are a nostalgic treat, and these honey popcorn balls take it up a notch with a drizzle of dark chocolate and a sprinkle of fleur de sel. They're chewy, sweet, and just the right amount of salty. Perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or a fun homemade snack, they're easy to shape and share!

Honey Popcorn Ball drizzled with dark chocolate and sea salt on a white plate.

This recipe reminds me of the popcorn treats I loved as a child and would enjoy during the holidays. Similar to my Caramel Popcorn balls, but with a twist of chocolate and sea salt.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

Simple ingredients: uses pantry basics like honey, butter, and popcorn.

Sweet and salty: the chocolate drizzle and fleur de sel balance the honey sweetness.

Make ahead: stays fresh for up to two weeks when stored properly.

Key Ingredients for Honey Popcorn Balls

See the recipe card at the end of this post for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

Measured ingredients for popcorn balls to include popcorn kernels, butter, raw honey, vanilla extract, and salt.
  • Popcorn kernels: freshly popped for the best texture.
  • Honey: the natural sweetener that binds everything together and adds chewiness.
  • Butter: adds richness and helps with shaping.
  • Vanilla: gives a warm depth of flavor.
  • Dark chocolate: drizzled over top for a decadent finish.
  • Fleur de sel: a light sprinkle of this grey sea salt enhances both sweetness and chocolate flavor.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Use light corn syrup in place of honey if you want a more traditional popcorn ball.
  • Swap semi-sweet chocolate for dark chocolate if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • Try kosher salt instead of fleur de sel if that's what you have on hand.
Honey Popcorn Ball Bites

Variations on Honey Popcorn Balls

  • Nutty crunch: mix in toasted almonds or pecans before shaping.
  • Festive touch: add colored sprinkles for a holiday version. (think Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas).
  • Spicy kick: stir in a pinch of cayenne pepper with the honey mixture.

Tips for Perfect Popcorn Balls

  • Work quickly: shape the balls while the mixture is still warm and pliable.
  • Butter your hands: prevents sticking and makes shaping easier.
  • Even drizzle: use a fork or piping bag to neatly drizzle the melted chocolate.

How to Store

Store the popcorn balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Do not refrigerate, as it makes them sticky.

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More Easy Snack Recipes You'll Love

If you enjoy these honey popcorn balls, you might also like my Christmas Crack, Pumpkin Spice Caramel Corn Snack Mix, Pumpkin Spice Fudge - Old Fashioned Fudge Recipe, and Fleur de Sel Caramels.

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Honey Popcorn Ball Bites

Honey Popcorn Balls

Shelby Law Ruttan
Theses chewy and sweet honey popcorn balls are drizzled with dark chocolate and sprinkled with fleur de sel, making them a fun and festive treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Candy, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 148 kcal

Equipment

  • Large roasting pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Large baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowls

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Ingredients
  

  • 20 cups air-popped popcorn (about ⅔ cup unpopped kernels)
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1½ cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 ounces dark chocolate melted
  • fleur de sel , optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Put popcorn in a large roasting pan. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, using a wooden spoon, stir together butter, honey, and salt until butter is melted. Increase heat and bring to a low boil. Boil honey mixture gently for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in vanilla.
  • Carefully pour honey mixture over popcorn in roasting pan and stir to coat. Bake popcorn, stirring every 5 minutes, until deep golden all over, about 20 minutes.
  • Let popcorn stand 5 minutes until it is cool enough to handle. Working quickly with lightly buttered hands, press small handfuls of the mixture into 1 ½-in. balls, If mixture starts to harden too quickly while shaping balls, return it to oven for about 45 seconds to soften.
  • Let popcorn balls cool completely. Drizzle with melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with fleur de sel.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 148kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 32mgPotassium: 59mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 137IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 24g
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Fluffy Chocolate Fruit Dip

October 17, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 2 Comments

Chocolate Fruit Dip

Delicious, better for you, Fluffy Chocolate Fruit Dip is also very easy to put together and you only need four ingredients! This is the perfect #Choctoberfest recipe to share for one of your gatherings, and at the same time, you'll be sneaking in your greens with one of nature's super foods without anyone knowing!

Chocolate Fruit Dip

Barlean's, one of this year's silver sponsors for #Choctoberfest, sent a package with some of their Chocolate Silk Greens, their Omega Chocolate Mint Swirl, and some Butter Flavored Coconut Oil for us to work with. All three products are winners in my opinion. I've taste tested all of them and impressed with the flavor and quality! The coconut oil is amazing on popcorn! For more information on the product and benefits of using it, be sure to check out their website!

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Before I made anything with the greens, I decided to give them a taste just as a beverage by mixing with some almond milk so I could get an idea of sweetness and flavor. Then I spent the morning thinking about what else I could come up with that was simple yet still healthy.

Chocolate Fruit Dip

After taste testing, I knew the greens would be sweet enough with no added sugar in my dip recipe. I went with a fat free vanilla greek yogurt, cream cheese, and cool whip to fluff it up some. This recipe was so delicious that it passed the Grumpy test! I was super happy to have a dip recipe that was not full of sugar. Barlean's is a vegan product, so if you want to stay vegan with the entire recipe, I suggest going with dairy substitutes for each of the ingredients.
This is a perfect afternoon snack or even is a great dessert for after dinner! Guilt free and delicious, this should be a go to recipe for any time you want to sneak your greens into your family!
Fluffy Chocolate Silk Fruit Dip #Choctoberfest
Author: Grumpy's Honeybunch
Prep time: 5 mins
Total time: 5 mins
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1-5.4 ounce container vanilla flavored greek yogurt
  • 2 scoops Barlean's Chocolate Silk Greens
  • ½ cup cool whip
Instructions
  1. Blend together cream cheese, yogurt and greens until smooth. Fold in cool whip. Serve with your favorite dipping fruit.
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Brownie Mousse Cake

October 14, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 8 Comments

One slice of triple chocolate mousse bundt cake on a white plate with a gold fork and fall themed napkin.

This Brownie Mousse Cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers. It has three decadent layers that form like magic in the oven. A rich brownie base, a creamy chocolate center, and a smooth mousse like top.

A slice of brownie mousse cake on a white plate with gold rims and gold fork, showing distinct layers of cake, and mousse with the full cake displayed in the background on a glass stand.

I first made this triple chocolate cake during one of my Choctoberfest baking sprees, and it quickly became one of those desserts that has you sneaking just one more slice. The beautiful layers reminded me of my Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake, only this one takes chocolate to a whole new level. It's perfect for a holiday dessert table or a sweet treat to bring to your next get together.

Why You'll Love This Brownie Mousse Cake

Bakery style at home: it creates perfect, distinct layers without any fancy tools or techniques.

Triple chocolate flavor: every bite has a deep, rich chocolate flavor that satisfies every craving.

Showstopper dessert: the final result is beautiful enough to serve at celebrations, but simple enough for a cozy family dinner.

Whole triple chocolate mousse cake displayed on a glass cake stand, showing its rich chocolate layers and smooth, glossy top, set against a fall themed background.

Key Ingredients

Boxed cake mix: a shortcut that creates the base layer with fudgy, chocolate richness.

Chocolate syrup: helps form the middle layer while intensifying the chocolate flavor.

Cream cheese: softened and mixed into the mousse layer for a creamy texture that balances the sweetness.

Eggs: help with the structure and layer separation during baking.

Evaporated milk: adds richness and helps the mousse layer set up properly during baking.

Semi-sweet chocolate: melted and combined with the cream cheese mixture to create the smooth and chocolately mousse layer.

Fine grain granulated sugar: this dissolves easily, keeping the layers smooth and luscious.

Variations

Mocha Mousse Cake: add instant expresso powder to the cream cheese mixture for a coffee kick.

Mint Chocolate Mousse Cake: fold in a drop of two of peppermint extract for a cool contrast.

Nutty Chocolate Mousse Cake: stir chopped pecans or walnuts into the brownie layer for extra texture.

Shelby's Top Tips

Use a water bath: this helps prevent crackling and keeps the mousse layer creamy and soft.

Cover with foil: it may feel odd, but it traps steam and helps form those dreamy layers.

Cool completely then refrigerate: let the cake set fully before refrigerating, then refrigerate overnight for best results.

Close up of a slice of triple chocolate mousse cake on a white plate, highlighting the smooth mousse top layer and dense rich chocolate cake base.

Storage Tips

Refrigerate: store tightly covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Freeze: slice and freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Pair thie Chocolate Brownie Mousse Cake with a hot cup of coffee, or try it with one a scoop of Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream.

Related Recipes You'll Love

  • Chocolate Fudge Brownies
  • Chocolate Avocado Pudding
  • Brownie Biscotti
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake

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One slice of triple chocolate mousse bundt cake on a white plate with a gold fork and fall themed napkin.

Chocolate Brownie Mousse Cake

Shelby Law Ruttan
This Triple Chocolate Brownie Mousse Cake is a rich, layered dessert that features a fudge brownie like base, smooth chocolate center, and a creamy mousse top. All baked together in one pan!
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Prep Time 25 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 55 minutes mins
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 243 kcal

Equipment

  • Bundt cake pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Aluminum foil
  • Deep roasting pan , for water bath

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Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup chocolate syrup
  • 15.5 ounce chocolate cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • ⅓ cup oil
  • 7 large eggs
  • 8 ounces cream cheese , softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 12 ounces evaporated milk
  • ⅓ cup semi-sweet chocolate , melted

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 8 cup bundt pan with cooking spray and pour ½ cup chocolate syrup into bottom of bundt pan.
  • Place 3 eggs, water, oil, and cake mix into large mixing bowl and mix with hand mixer until well combined. Pour batter over top of syrup in bundt pan.
  • In another large mixing bowl combine the softened cream cheese and sugar until well combined. Add remaining eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add evaporated milk and melted chocolate and stir until well combined. Batter will be very runny.
  • Gently spoon cream cheese mixture over cake.
  • Cover bundt pan with aluminum foil and place in large shallow pan, adding water to shallow pan until it covers the bundt pan about 2 inches.
  • Bake in oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean when inserted into cake.
  • Remove from cake oven and cool completely in bundt pan.
  • Place cooled bundt pan (with cake in the pan) in refrigerator and refrigerate at least two hours.
  • When ready to serve, invert cake onto serving platter and see the magic!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 243kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 222mgPotassium: 164mgFiber: 1gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 241IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 28g
Keyword Brownie Mousse Cake, chocolate brownie mousse cake, triple chocolate cake
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Caramel Apple Cheese Danish

October 12, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 4 Comments

Up close image of cut caramel apple cheese danish on a black tray.

Caramel Apple Cheese Danish is the perfect compliment to your cup of coffee in the morning.  This easy to make breakfast recipe brings the flavors of salted caramel and apples to your morning meal. A delicious and warming fall recipe!

One slice of Caramel Apple Cheese Danish on a black plate.

I love to serve this Caramel Apple Cheese Danish for breakfast, brunch, or with a hot cup of coffee for an afternoon warm up! This easy to make apple recipe uses my Mom's Homemade Apple Pie in a Jar along with a simple cheesecake filling, and crescent roll dough!

Why You'll Love Caramel Apple Cheese Danish

Easy recipe: easy to make with premade crescent roll dough and apple pie filling!

Fall Dessert Favorite: with caramel and apples, it's the ultimate dessert to capture the cozy flavors of fall.

Easy & Impressive: it's simple to make, yet looks bakery-worthy, making it perfect for entertaining or a sweet treat at home

Ingredients

It takes just a few ingredients to whip together the filling for this caramel apple cheese danish! It is so very easy to make. Just grab a tube of ready made crescent dough and the filling ingredients listed below!

danish ingredients
  • Cream cheese 
  • Vanilla extract
  • Light brown sugar
  • Caramel flavored creamer
  • 1Salt
  • All-purpose flour
  • Large egg
  • Apple Pie filling
  • Refrigerated crescent roll 
  • Powdered sugar

See recipe card below for complete ingredient list and instructions.

How To Make Braided Caramel Apple Danish

Have you ever wondered how the braided danish was made and how difficult it would be to do it? I always wondered this. And, when I realized just how easy it was to do I almost felt guilty when someone told me how elegant it looked!

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Step 1

Place your crescent dough on the baking tray you will be baking your braid on. Flatten it out to fit the pan. Cut about 10 even 1" strips along each side of the dough.

Cheese and apple filling down the center of crescent dough.

Step 2

Place the cheese filling on top of the dough down the center, followed by the apple filling.

Showing how to braid a crescent roll danish around an apple and cheese filling.

Step 3

Bring the top portion from one side of the danish to the opposite side and "crisscross" the dough strips to the bottom.

Before you bring your last strips across, bring the bottom part of the danish up and cover your bottom layer of filling. Finish crossing over your last few strip to completely enclose the braid.

Brushing creamer over top of the danish braid with an orange silicone brush.

Step 4

Using a silicone pastry brush, coat danish braid with creamer.

Baked Caramel Apple Cheese Danish on parchment lined baking sheet.

Step 5

Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 35 minutes.

Drizzling icing over top of baked apple danish.

Step 6

Drizzle with caramel flavored icing while danish is still warm. Enjoy!

Use your hands or a mini rolling pin to roll out the dough. The cheesecake filling will go along the center of the danish. Then, the apple pie filling goes on top of the cheesecake filling. Be sure to leave a good amount of room around the bottom edges and sides. You need room to fold up and enclose the filling.

Once you have the filling centered, you need to cut about 10 even strips (about 1" for each strip) on each side of the danish filling. Be careful to not cut too close to the filling as you will have leaks on the side from folding. Bring the top portion from one side of the danish to the opposite side and "crisscross" the dough strips to the bottom.

Before you bring your last strips across, bring the bottom part of the danish up and cover your bottom layer of filling. Finish crossing over your last few strip to completely enclose the braid.

Caramel Apple Cheese Danish

Substitutions

Creamer substitutes: use heavy cream or half and half in place of the caramel flavored creamer.

Lower fat danish: substitute with reduced fat cream cheese and reduced fat crescent roll.

Dough substitution: use thawed frozen pastry dough in place of the refrigerated crescent roll dough.

Variations

Extra caramel flavor: sprinkle 1 cups of caramel bits (affiliate link) over top of the apple filling.

Cherry Cheese Danish: use cherry pie filling in place of the apple pie filling and drizzle the danish with melted chocolate.

Nutty Apple Cheese Danish: sprinkle 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans over top of the apple filling.

Hint: if you love fall recipes, try my Pumpkin Danish recipe!

Caramel Apple Cheese Danish cut and on a black serving platter

Top Tip

  • Use a ruler to help gauge the width of the strips of dough if you are unsure. They should be at least 1 inch thick.
  • For a fun and festive fall look, once the danish has been glazed, decorate with some fall colored sugars or sprinkles.

Storage

Store leftover danish in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep in the refrigerator up to 1 week.

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Caramel Apple Cheese Danish

Shelby Law Ruttan
The flavors of fall come through with this Caramel Apple Cheese Danish. A quick and easy treat to serve your family on a special weekend brunch!
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 292 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Filling:

  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Caramel Macchiato Creamer (or heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup Mom's Apple Pie in a Jar (or store bought apple pie filling)

For the danish dough:

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 tube crescent roll dough (sheet form)
  • 1 tablespoon Caramel Macchiato Creamer (or heavy cream)

For the icing drizzle

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Caramel Macchiato Creamer

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Mix the cream cheese, vanilla, creamer, egg, brown sugar, salt, and flour together until creamy and there are no cheese lumps.
  • Place your crescent dough on the baking tray you will be baking your braid on.
  • Next, Put the cheesecake filling in the center of your crescent dough leaving room on each side of the filling for cutting the strips to braid. Top with some of the apple pie filling.
  • Once you have the filling centered, cut about 10 even strips (about 1" for each strip) on each side of the danish filling.
  • Bring the top portion from one side of the danish to the opposite side and "crisscross" the dough strips to the bottom.
  • Before you bring your last strips across, bring the bottom part of the danish up and cover your bottom layer of filling. Finish crossing over your last few strip to completely enclose the braid.
  • Bake the danish for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
  • While danish is cooling, mix together the powdered sugar and creamer.
  • Once danish has cooled about 10 minutes, drizzle with icing and top with sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 292kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 438mgPotassium: 62mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 256IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 43g
Keyword Caramel Apple Cheese Danish
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Pumpkin Spice Waffles with Pumpkin Praline Syrup

October 5, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 9 Comments

Pumpkin Spice Waffles

Warm sweet spices combined with canned pumpkin in a batter perfect for waffling. Top off with a Pumpkin Praline Syrup topping and these are a perfect fall breakfast for the weekend! These Pumpkin Spice Waffles with Pumpkin Praline Syrup are my second contribution to #PumpkinWeek!

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Fall is here and I think I have "fall food fever". I get it every year when the weather starts to have a little chill in the air early morning and evening. It makes me think of apples, pumpkin, warm spices, and baking and gives me such a great feeling on the inside.

Pumpkin Spice Waffles

In our house we go in spurts. sometimes pancakes, once in awhile french toast, and even more once in awhile eggs hit the breakfast table. With the feeling of fall in the air, I was feeling like pumpkin and started thinking waffles. But, it was the Pumpkin Praline Topping that topped it off!

Pumpkin Spice Waffles

As I was making these my mind went to what we could use to top the waffles with - other than plain maple syrup. Inspiration hit me as I was putting all but 2 tablespoons of what I had left of my canned pumpkin. I could still use my coveted maple syrup, and just thicken it up to make a pumpkin flavored praline topping!

Pumpkin Spice Waffles

This recipe is a definite keeper! I hope you will make and enjoy it and don't skip the topping. The topping makes this recipe out of this world! I also used this topping as a dip for the homemade apple fritters I shared with you last week and you could even stir some of this into your  morning bowl of oatmeal!

Pumpkin Spice Waffles

Pumpkin Spice Waffles #PumpkinWeek
Author: Grumpy's Honeybunch
Ingredients
  • 1-1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1⁄4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1-2⁄3 cups milk
  • 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
  1. Mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in large bowl.
  2. In another bowl, add eggs, sugar, pumpkin, milk, and butter and whisk together well.
  3. Gently fold in the flour mixture.
  4. Cook according to your waffle iron directions.
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Be sure to check out all the other delicious #PumpkinWeek recipes below!

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Bean Soup with Pumpkin and Zucchini from Feeding Big
Chocolate and Pumpking Cheesecake Bars from A Day in the Life on the Farm
Gluten Free Pumpkin Pizza from Gluten Free Crumbley
Kadu Bouranee from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
Maple Pumpkin Butter from Cooking With Carlee
Pumpkin Biscotti from Love and Confections
Pumpkin Bread Rolls from Making Miracles
Pumpkin Cornbread from A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
Pumpkin Cream Pasta with Bratwurst from Kudos Kitchen by Renee
Pumpkin Crepes from The Redhead Baker
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting from The Chef Next Door
Pumpkin Milkshake from Cindy's Recipes and Writings
Pumpkin Waffles with Pumpkin Praline Topping from Grumpy's Honeybunch
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies from The Freshman Cook
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili from Palatable Pastime
Whipped Pumpkin Spice Honey Butter from Family Around The Table

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Apple Fritters Donut with Canned Pie Filling

September 30, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 19 Comments

Homemade Apple Fritters FI.

This Homemade Apple Fritters Donut recipe is a perfect breakfast or brunch recipe on Sunday morning.

It is one of my favorite apple recipes with a crispy outside crust and a tender delicious inside made with apple pie filling.

A white plate with homemade Apple Fritters donuts that are dusted with confectioner sugar sprinkled on top.
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❤️ Why you'll love it

✔️ Apple fritter doughnuts are delicious and crispy on the outside with a tender center with small pieces of apple from the using apple pie filling.

✔️ You can make your own apple fritters recipe for less than you would pay for them at your local donut shop.

Homemade Apple Pie Filling
Mom's Homemade Apple Pie Filling in a Ball Jar.

🥘 Ingredients

🥘 Ingredients

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All purpose Flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt are the dry ingredients for this recipe.

Cinnamon and nutmeg give added flavor to the apple fritter.

Milk and apple pie filling, I make my mom's recipe for homemade apple pie filling, but you can use canned pie filling as well.

Vanilla extract is added as a flavor enhancer, this is my pick for vanilla extract. It's very affordable!

Butter adds more moisture and flavor.

Vegetable oil for deep frying

A pot of hot grease frying the dough.

🔪 Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set aside. In a large bowl, sift flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk milk, apple pie filling, vanilla, and melted butter. Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
  3. Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large dutch oven to 350°F. Scoop donut batter with a small cookie scoop, carefully placing into hot oil. Cook for 1 minute, until fritters are brown on bottom side.
  4. Flip the apple fritters and cook another 2 minutes, until golden brown color and cooked on the inside. Remove the fritters from from the hot oil with a slotted spoon and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

🥄 Equipment

Deep fryer or large dutch oven

Mixing bowls, I love this set with the gripper bottoms.

Food chopper, I use this to chop the apples in the pie filling up into smaller pieces.

Wooden mixing spoon

Candy thermometer to check temperature of the oil.

Small cookie scoop, I use this to drop the batter into the hot oil.

Paper towels to absorb grease when draining fritters.

🥫Storage

Store in an airtight container on the counter up to 3 days, or on the freezer up to 3 months. To reheat apple fritters, place in an air fryer or oven at 350 degrees for 10 minutes, until hot. Serve as suggested.

📖 Variations

  • Substitute 1-½ teaspoons of this Apple Spice Blend for the cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Use cherry pie filling in place of the apple pie filling, almond extract for vanilla extract and eliminate the spices.
  • In a small bowl, mix 2 cups powdered sugar with enough milk to make a thick glaze then dip fritters into glaze and place on wire rack to dry.
  • Substitute 1 cup chopped fresh apples for the apple filling. Honeycrisp or Granny smith apples are good crisp apples to use.
  • For a deeper caramel like flavor substitute brown sugar for the granulated sugar.

💭 Pro Tip

  • If dipping fritters in a glaze, place parchment paper beneath the wire rack to catch drips.

📚 Related Recipes

  • Apple Cider Donuts
  • Apple Filled Cinnamon Rolls
  • Butter Rum Glazed Applesauce Cake Recipe
  • Salted Caramel Apple Cake with Toasted Walnuts
  • Mom's Buttermilk Donuts

🍽 Serve with...

I love to serve each apple fritter donut hot with a drizzle of maple syrup, or a sprinkling of cinnamon or confectioner's sugar sprinkled on top of the fritters.


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Homemade Apple Fritters

Shelby Law Ruttan
Crispy fried pieces of dough with bits of apple and spice inside, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 7 minutes mins
Total Time 17 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 161 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup Mom's Apple Pie Filling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter , melted
  • Oil for frying
  • cinnamon and/or confectioner's sugar, to sprinkle on top (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set aside. In a large bowl, sift flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk milk, apple pie filling, vanilla, and melted butter. Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large dutch oven to 350°F. Scoop donut batter with a small cookie scoop, carefully placing into hot oil. Cook for 1 minute, until fritters are brown on bottom side.
  • Flip the apple fritters and cook another 2 minutes, until golden brown color and cooked on the inside. Remove the fritters from from the hot oil with a slotted spoon and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Calories: 161kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 287mgPotassium: 57mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 116IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 1mg
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Homemade Apple Pie Filling for Canning

September 28, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 82 Comments

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This is my mom's Homemade Apple Pie Filling for Canning recipe. It is a shelf stable canning recipe with a sweet, spiced filling that brings cozy flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg into every bite!

Two quart sized jars and one pint sized jar of homemade apple pie filling on a rustic wood plank with a orange and green plaid napkin in the background

I've been making this filling for years as a way to use up apples in the fall, it's my mom's tried and true recipe for apple pie in a jar, and it reminds me of baking pies with my mom during the holidays.

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Why You'll Love Apple Pie in a Jar

Easy baking: skip the prep work and enjoy ready-to-use filling straight from the jar.

Cozy flavor: cinnamon, nutmeg, and fresh apples bring the best balance of sweet and spiced.

Pantry staple: perfect for quick pies, cobblers, and crisps year-round.

Key Ingredients for Apple Pie Filling

See recipe card below regarding ingredient amounts and recommendations along with instructions on how to can the apple pie filling.

A bowl of red apples, a jar of cornstarch, lemons, and a bowl of sugar set on a wooden board.
  • Apples: tart, firm varieties like granny smith, Honeycrisp, Crimson crisp, and Paula red
  • Sugar: balances the natural tartness of apples.
  • Cornstarch (mom's version) OR Clear-Jel (recommended): thickens the sauce for pie-ready consistency.
  • Cinnamon and nutmeg: classic spices for depth of flavor
  • Lemon juice: keeps the filling bright and fresh tasting.
Overhead shot of Two quart sized jars and one pint sized jar of homemade apple pie filling on a rustic wood plank with a orange and green plaid napkin in the background

Ingredient Substitutions and Variations

  • Brown sugar: instead of white sugar for a caramel-like richness.
  • Apple pie spice blend instead of separate spices for convenience.
  • Maple Spice Apple Pie Filling: replace some of the sugar with maple syrup for a natural twist.
  • Cranberry apple pie: add dried cranberries to a quart of pie flling when making a pie for tart pops of flavor.
Overhead shot looking into the top of a  quart sized jars of homemade apple pie filling with a orange and green plaid napkin in the background.

Tips for making Apple Pie in a Jar

  • Sterilize jars: hot, clean jars are key for safe cleaning.
  • Pack tightly and leave headspace: firmly fill jars with apples. When filling with sauce, leave 1" headspace to prevent spillage while canning.
  • Wipe rims: clean jar rims before sealing for a tight closure.
Baked apple pie with crumb topping in a ceramic pie dish.

Storage

Keep sealed jars in a cool, dark pantry for up to 18 months. After opening, refrigerate and use within 1 week.

A slice of apple pie made with Mom's Apple Pie Filling for canning.

Serving Suggestions

This canned apple pie filling makes a classic apple pie effortless. Fill my mom's Oil Pie Crust with 1 quart jar of filling for the classic pie, or make mini tarts using a muffin pan. Try it in my Apple Filled Cinnamon Rolls, Caramel Apple Dessert Pizza, and Apple Fritters Donut with Canned Pie Filling recipe.

Mom's Apple Pie Filling in quart sized jars.

More Easy Apple Recipes

If this recipe makes its way into your pantry, you might also enjoy my Apple Upside Down Cake, Salted Caramel Apple Cake, Hot Fireball Apple Cider Toddy, and Easy Apple Dumplings with Salted Caramel Sauce

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September 2025 update:

I made this apple pie filling on September 25, 2025 to test it yet again due to questions regarding amount of apples and yield. Below is what my results were:

  • Note - I used cornstarch, but I have been doing it for years and am confident in using it for myself. I do however recommend you buy clear-jel to use instead as it is made for canning.
  • My apples, before peeling and coring, weight 7 pounds 11 ounces.
  • After peeling, coring, slicing, the net weight was 5 pounds 12 ounces.
  • My total yield was 6 quarts of apple pie filling. This may vary depending on how much you pack the apples into the jar. I recommend packing them tightly.
  • I had about a cup of leftover sauce. I stored it in my fridge and will use it to top pancakes so I don't waste it.
  • This recipe is for hot water bath canning only. A pressure canner is not recommended.

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Mom's Homemade Apple Pie Filling for Canning

Shelby Law Ruttan
This Homemade Apple Pie Filling is a canning recipe that eliminates those tins of canned pie filling you buy in the store. Delicious flavor and convenient for making pies, topping ice cream, or mixing into tasty apple fritters!
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 6 quarts
Calories 809 kcal

Equipment

  • Canning set
  • Large pot
  • Canning jars and lids
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

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Ingredients
  

  • 7 lbs apples peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 3½ cups sugar
  • 1 cup cornstarch or clear jel
  • 10 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoons nutmeg

Instructions
 

  • Add the water, sugar, cornstarch*, cinnamon, and nutmeg, to a large stock pot.
  • Cook over medium high heat until sauce has thickened. Add the lemon juice.
  • Fill the hot sterile jars with the freshly cut apple slices. Using a ladle and funnel, pour the hot sauce mixture into jars until 1" from the top.
  • Wipe lip of jar with clean cloth, Cover with sealing lid and cap and screw cap on tightly. Process in a hot water bath for 20 minutes.
  • Once processed, turn off burner and pull rack up to rest on edge of canner. Let set 10 minutes. Remove jars from canner and place on a dry towel. Allow jars to cool completely.
  • Once cool, test jars by tapping the top of the lid. If the jar pops, it did not seal and should be refrigerated until ready to use. Any unsealed jars can be reprocessed if desired or stored in fridge and once open, used within one week.
  • Sealed jars can be stored on the shelf up to 1 year.

Notes

Notes:
This recipe for Mom's Apple Pie in a Jar is one that I received from her later in my life. When she gave it to me, it called for cornstarch as a thickener which is apparently how she has always done it.
After a reader comment on whether cornstarch was safe, I did my research and read that only approved recipes for canning pie filling should use cornstarch. I cannot tell you this is an approved recipe. I do not know where my mother got it from.
At this point, I encourage you to decide what is best for you to do. If looking to use something other than cornstarch, Clear Jel is the recommended thickener (a modified cornstarch). I would use the same amount of clear jel as cornstarch and follow the instructions as written.
Disclaimer: According to documentation that I have read, cornstarch should not be used in unapproved recipes for canning. My mother made this pie filling recipe for years and I have made it the same way myself. I have always used cornstarch. However, if you have concerns about using cornstarch in canning pie filling, please use the appropriate substitute of Clear Jell for cornstarch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quartCalories: 809kcalCarbohydrates: 210gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.05gSodium: 28mgPotassium: 580mgFiber: 13gSugar: 172gVitamin A: 288IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 197g
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Hot Fireball Apple Cider Toddy

September 26, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 15 Comments

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Fireball Apple Cider is a hot toddy made with Fireball Whisky and apple cider. This fall cocktail will have you toasty and warm in even the chilliest of days or evenings! It is the perfect beverage to serve in the fall when the apples are in season and fresh cider is abundant.

I love to enjoy this spiked apple cider when standing around the firepit with a hot beverage, conversing with friends and staying toasty warm.

Hot Fireball Apple Cider in a Princess House footed glass mug

I like to serve Fireball Apple Cider on Christmas Eve while the family is gathered around the fireplace or snuggling up to your loved one watching a movie.

Inspiration

The first time I tried a Fireball Apple Cider, I was celebrating my birthday at a Harvest Moon Dinner at Windham Mountain in New York. I celebrated in style by taking a chairlift to the mountaintop for appetizers and drinks.

The group was served a charcuterie board along with libations of choice. It was quite chilly, so to warm up, my choice for the evening was a spiked apple cider made with Fireball Whisky. Ever since then, when the evenings start to cool down and fall is on the horizon, I am ready to warm up with this warm spiked drink!

What is a Hot Toddy

One important thing to know about a hot toddy is that it is generally known as hot whiskey. Usually made as a nightcap or as a beverage for when your feeling under the weather with a sore throat, cold, or flu.

This hot toddy is on the sweeter side and delicious warm. If you love cinnamon, then you will love this beverage. 

pouring a shot of fireball whisky into the hot apple cider

🥘 Ingredients

The recipe is straightforward! It can be made single serving, or in a batch for gatherings. It is easy to warm up a cup of apple cider and spike it with a shot of Fireball Whisky. The microwave is our best friend on cold winter nights!

Apple Cider: There is a difference in apple cider. If you can buy it from a local orchard, that is the best way to buy it. The cider in the grocery store, unless it's in season and is directly from a local orchard, is not the same. However, it will work when you have no other choice

Fireball Whisky: This cinnamon flavored whiskey is sweet, spicy, and has a warming kick.

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A pretty mug: Well it is not required, but I do love to make my spiked cider in a footed glass mug!

Hot Fireball Apple Cider

📖 Variations

  • Add mulling spices wrapped in cheesecloth to the apple cider in the slow cooker. After the cider has warmed up and had time to allow the spices to seep through, pour a cup and add a shot of Fireball Whiskey.
  • Serve the spiked apple cider with some fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks as a garnish.
  • Mix a shot of Fireball Whisky White Spiced Hot Chocolate instead of the apple cider.
  • Substitute Spiced Caramel Cider for the apple cider.
  • Serve Fireball Apple Cider cold with a splash of ginger ale and a cinnamon sugar rim.

Fireball Whisky Desserts

If you are a fan of Cinnamon Whisky, then you probably will love these recipes made with it!

Boozy Whisky Cherries

Cinnamon Fireballs

Fireball Cheesecake Shots

🥃 More Spiked Hot Drink Recipes

Try an Apple Pie On The Rocks!

This Boozy Hot Chocolate is made with chocolate candy, coffee, and Irish Cream liquor.

This Boozy Sipping Chocolate is made with a variety of liquors and creamy coconut milk!

This Cinnamon Maple Whisky Sour may be chilled but its still sure to warm you up with the cinnamon whisky!

I love a mug of this Irish Coffee on a chilly afternoon with a good book and a blanket.

I am a big almond coffee drinker and this spiked Almond Coffee Cream is one of my favourites.

This Spiked Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate will make those chocolate and peanut butter lovers happy!

Hot Fireball Apple Cider

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Hot Fireball Apple Cider

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Hot Fireball Apple Cider

Shelby Law Ruttan
This Fireball Apple Cider recipe is a hot toddy made with cinnamon whisky and fresh apple cider. It is an easy to make hot fireball cocktail recipe with apple and cinnamon flavor that is perfect for fall parties.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Beverages
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 260 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup hot apple cider
  • 2 oz Fireball Whiskey
  • Cinnamon Sticks

Instructions
 

  • Pour 1-½ to 2 ounces Fireball Whisky into hot apple cider. Stir with cinnamon stick.

Notes

Serve this recipe your way

  • Make a mulled hot cider with some spices in the slow cooker and add a shot of whiskey to the glass before serving.
  • Serve the spiked apple cider with some fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks as a garnish.
  • Make a fireball drink with this White Spiced Hot Chocolate and a shot of fireball whisky.
  • Make this Spiced Caramel Cider and add some Fireball Whisky.

Nutrition

Serving: 1recipeCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 44gSodium: 11mgFiber: 1gSugar: 39g
Keyword Fireball Apple Cider, Fireball Cocktail, Hot Fireball Apple Cider
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Homemade Coffee Baked Beans

September 18, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 12 Comments

Coffee Baked Beans

The coffee in these Homemade Coffee Baked Beans gives the recipe a richer, full bodied flavor flavor. Sweetened with brown sugar and maple syrup and topped with nice thick pieces of  crispy pork belly. These beans are the perfect accompanyment to your dinner table main!

Homemade Coffee Baked Beans

There is no doubt about it. Drinking coffee every morning is an absolute must for me wherever I am. If I am visiting non-coffee drinker (Justin) I find myself driving to the coffee shop first thing in the morning! The lineup of recipes this week shows that many Sunday Supper Tastemakers love their coffee also!

Today we are sharing with you 40+ Recipes with Coffee and our host for this event is Wendy of Wholistic Woman.

Homemade Coffee Baked Beans

One of our favorite side dishes all year round is baked beans. These homemade coffee baked beans are probably our most favorite recipe of all. These coffee baked beans take planning to make since they are made with dried navy beans that you have to soak overnight.

Coffee Baked Beans

In the morning you just drain, rinse, add the carrot, onion, and garlic along with a little seasoning and put it on low for 10 hours.

Coffee Baked Beans

My mom always makes her baked beans by starting with bean soup. As you know, I love carrying on the way my mom made her recipes and one is probably one of the easiest to do! I Cook the beans all day while I'm at work and have a ready made meal of bean soup for dinner that evening. After we have had our fill of soup, I then mix the leftovers into a beanpot and make my homemade coffee baked bean bean recipe!

Coffee Baked Beans

Maple Syrup, a little brown sugar, and a little coffee - some of the best ingredients out there! Add in your traditional ketchup and mustard. I love to use spicy brown!

Coffee Baked Beans

I love my sweet heat so this time around I added just a scant teaspoon of red pepper flakes. This gave the coffee baked beans the perfect touch of sweet heat that I love so much.

Coffee Baked Beans

Homemade Coffee Baked Beans for #SundaySupper
Author: Grumpy's Honeybunch
Ingredients
  • For the soup:
  • 1 lb dried navy beans
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • ½ cup chopped carrot
  • 2 packages of Goya Sazon (or your preferred seasoning)
  • For the beans:
  • ½ ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons spicy mustard
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup dark brown sugar
  • ½ cup dark brewed coffee
Instructions
  1. Rinse and sort dried beans. Place in a large pot and let soak overnight. In the morning, rinse the beans and place in slow cooker with onions, carrots, and seasoning. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
  2. Stir into beans the ketchup, mustard, maple syrup, brown sugar, coffee and chili flakes. Place beans in large baking crock and bake at 350 for 40-50 minutes. Top with crispy cooked bacon the last 15 minutes of baking. Remove from oven and let cool at least 30 minutes before serving.
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Beverages

  • Bulletproof Coffee My Way by Monica's Table
  • Caramel Turtle Mocha Frappe by The Weekend Gourmet
  • Chocolate Chip Mocha Smoothie by Sew You Think You Can Cook
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Latte by Meal Planning Magic

Breakfast

  • Apple Crumb Coffee Cake by Dessert Geek
  • Banana Blueberry Streusel Coffee Cake by The Freshman Cook
  • Cappuccino Overnight Oats by Pies and Plots
  • Cardamom-Crumb Coffee Cake by Wholistic Woman
  • Cinnamon Coffee Cake (Kaffee Kuchen) by Palatable Pastime
  • Coconut & Coffee Gluten Free Scones by Caroline's Cooking
  • Coffee and Cream Cinnamon Buns by Cooking With Carlee
  • Maple-Coffee Breakfast Sausage by Cricket's Confections
  • Pumpkin Coffee Cake by The Bitter Side of Sweet
  • Pumpkin Spice Latte Breakfast Bites by Beauty and the Beets
  • Whole Wheat Pecan Crumb Cake by Family Around The Table

Dessert

  • Best Coffee Frosting by My World Simplified
  • Bittersweet Cremeux with Coffee Caramel and Bourbon Cream by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
  • Chocolate Chip Mocha Brownies by Crazed Mom
  • Chocolate Coffee Nut Bark by My Imperfect Kitchen
  • Coffee Toffee Crunch Cookies by Family Foodie
  • Coffee Vanilla Ice Cream Pie by Moore or Less Cooking
  • Cold Brew Affogato by Helpful Homemade
  • Dark Chocolate Espresso Torte with Strawberry Coulis by Gourmet Everyday
  • Eiskaffee (German Coffee with Ice Cream) by Tara's Multicultural Table
  • Espresso Brownie Cupcake Sundaes by A Mind Full Mom
  • Mocha Cake with Mocha Rum Icing by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
  • Mocha Layer Cake by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
  • Mocha Panna Cotta with Mascarpone Cream by The Crumby Cupcake
  • NCR Cookies by Girl Abroad
  • No Bake Mocha Cheesecake by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
  • Polish Black Cake with Whipped Mocha frosting by Hardly A Goddess
  • Sweet Cream Affogato by The Redhead Baker

Main

  • Coffee and Garlic Rubbed Pork Chops by Casa de Crews
  • Java Dry Spice Rub Chops by Sunday Supper Movement
  • Perk Me Up Chili by Cindy's Recipes and Writings
  • Salmon-Mandarin Salad with Asian Vinaigrette & Coffee Dressing by Asian In America
  • Sticky Coffee Chicken by Food Lust People Love

Sides

  • Dark Molasses Bread by What Smells So Good?
  • Homemade Coffee Baked Beans by Grumpy's Honeybunch

 

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Cincinnati-Style Chili

September 11, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 6 Comments

Cincinnati Chili

This recipe for Cincinnati-Style Chili is an adaptation from an old cooking light recipe. This spicy-sweet chili is flavored with a little cinnamon and chocolate to make it special. Serve it over hot spaghetti noodles (or spaghetti squash if you are watching your carbs!) and top it off with onions and cheese. Super easy and super delicious!

Cincinnati Chili

Trying Cincinnati Chili

The first time I made Cincinnati Chili was back in 2009 when I was exploring all kinds of recipes to blog about. I was always a foodie, but never much of an enthusiastic foodie until I started food blogging. Chili Dogs have always been a favorite food of mine and upon reading about different ways to make chili, I found out that the Coney Dog (which I have never officially had one of) is basically a Mediterranean spiced meat sauce over a hot dog. In the next sentence I read that Cincinnati Chili is basically the same thing, only served on top of spaghetti instead!

Cincinnati Chili

Before I made this recipe, I had never put chocolate or cinnamon in my chili. This is the conversation I had with Grumpy the first time we ever ate this:

Grumpy: What is so special about Cincinnati Chili?

Me: Nothing, I just like the ingredients so I thought we would try it. (note chocolate and cinnamon)

Grumpy: Yeah, there is chocolate in there, that is why you liked it.

Me: Not necessarily.....ummm, yeah. Not really. (Secretly making this smug face because that was a big part of the reason I wanted to try this!)

Grumpy: What is with the spaghetti?

Me: It's Cincinnati style.

Grumpy: Well, we live in NY.

Ha ha ha. I told him to try it. If he didn't like it I wouldn't have to make it again.

Cincinnati Chili

Pretty basic ingredients until you get to the spices. The original recipe does call for allspice. I didn't have any, so I didn't use it. However, I did have this fantastic chocolate I received in my complimentary Roost Crate package!

The Chocolate

Cincinnati Chili

This chocolate is ah-mazing! I have been storing it in my refrigerator and nibbling it a little bit at a time to savor the smooth, salty chocolate deliciousness! When making my Cincinnati Chili, I knew this would be an excellent addition for the chocolate part of the recipe!

The essentials

You will need red kidney beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, onions, bell pepper, garlic, tomato paste and chili spices.

Cincinnati Chili

Easy Stove-top Cooking!

This is an easy recipe made right on your stove-top all in one pot!

Cincinnati Chili

The final look in the pot!

I love how rich and delicious this chili turned out. Not too spicy, with the warming cinnamon and comforting chocolate. Pure satisfaction.

Cincinnati Chili

Having fun with your food!

Be sure if you're eating spaghetti, that you twirl your fork to wrap the spaghetti around it and always attempt to get some of the delicious toppings with it!

Cincinnati-Style Chili

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Cincinnati Chili

Cincinnati-Style Chili in New York

Shelby Law Ruttan
This spicy-sweet chili is flavored with a little cinnamon and chocolate to make it special. Serve it over hot spaghetti noodles or spaghetti squash!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 482 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 4 ounces uncooked spaghetti
  • 12 ounces ground beef
  • ¾ cups onion
  • ¾ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 3 large cloves garlic chopped
  • 2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 1-15- ounce can kidney beans rinsed and drained
  • 1-14.5- ounce) can diced tomatoes undrained
  • 2 ounces chopped dark chocolate
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon light brown sugar
  • ¾ cup 3 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 tablespoons chopped cilantro if desired

Instructions
 

  • Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
  • In a hot dutch oven, cook ground beef, onions, garlic, and green peppers until meat is browned. Drain any fat from meat. Place pot back on stove and stir in spices. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add broth, beans, brown sugar, and tomatoes. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and stir in chocolate. Serve chili over spaghetti. Top with cheese, onions, and cilantro (if desired).

Notes

The serving size indicated for nutritional information is for 4 people with about ½ cup spaghetti, 1-½ cups chili, 2 tablespoons onion, and 3 tablespoons cheese.
Cilantro use is optional and used by my preference. This was not a listed ingredient in the original recipe.
Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 recipeCalories: 482kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 27gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 83mgSodium: 752mgPotassium: 808mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1822IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 255mgIron: 5mg
Keyword Chili, chocolate, Cincinnatti Style, Cinnamon, Pasta, Stew
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Crispy Pork Belly Sliders

September 4, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 9 Comments

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Crispy Pork Belly Sliders are a perfect bite of sweet, salty, spicy and crispy! They are topped with freshly shredded red and green cabbage and drizzled with a little sriracha honey mayonnaise.  These sliders will be the bite that all your friends will be raving about at your next gathering!

One pork belly slider on a white plate.

Crispy bacon and pork belly are the ultimate in food texture! The melt in your mouth delicious smoky and salty flavors go great with the glaze sandwiched in a slider roll with the creamy sweet and spicy sriracha mayo and crunchy cabbage mixture to finish it off.

I created this recipe because I love sweet and spicy combinations, and I absolutely love pork belly. The flavor combinations in this recipe is like a match made in heaven and I know you will love this recipe too!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Easy to make with pre-cooked pork belly!
  • Crispy and satisfying mouth feel with delicious sweet and spicy flavors.
  • Great party food for your next football tailgate or appetizer party.
  • Versatile! Crisp the pork belly up in a skillet or the air fryer.

🥘 Ingredients

Pork Belly Sliders

Precooked pork belly makes these sliders a cinch to make in minutes! Made in the air fryer, you only need to cook it long enough to make it crispy and add the glaze!

  • Precooked pork belly: I bought mine at Trader Joes, but you can also cook your own pork belly from scratch. I like to buy the pre-cooked as it is quick and easy to crisp up in the air fryer.
  • Shredded red and white cabbage with carrots.
  • Small dinner rolls: I buy the Martin's brand dinner rolls (package of 24)
  • Mayonnaise
  • Honey
  • Sriracha
  • Fresh cilantro
Pre-cooked pork belly on a cutting block with the packaging in the background.

🔪 Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together honey, sriracha sauce, and mayonnaise until well combined. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss together cabbages and carrot, then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Slice pork belly into thin slices and place on hot griddle over medium high heat then cook until crispy on both sides. Before removing rom the griddle, glaze with honey sriracha sauce and turn once, glaze again. Remove from griddle and glaze with more sauce if desired.
  4. Assemble sandwiches as follows, spoon a teaspoon of honey sriracha mayo on bottom half of bun. Top with pork belly slider with cabbage slaw, and cilantro. Drizzle a little more sriracha mayo over top if desired.
Overhead image of crispy cooked pork pieces on a slider roll topped with cabbage mix.

📖 Variations

  • Brush pork belly with your favorite barbecue sauce or buffalo sauce instead of the honey sriracha sauce.
  • Make these low carb by using the zero carb tortillas cut into smaller pieces to sandwich the filling.

💭 Top Tip

  • Pre-assemble these pork belly sliders for your party, or if you want a more interactive party you can set this out on your buffet for your guest to make their own. I prefer to create my own slider because I like to control how much of each element I want on my sandwich! No matter how you serve I promise you that even though they will devour every bit of these delicious pork belly sliders!
Two sliders on a white plate.

🙋 Things to Know

Can I cook the pork belly in the air fryer?

Yes! Just place the slices in a single layer in the air fryer and cook for 5 minutes or until crispy. Glaze with sauce, then air fryer for 1 minute longer.

🍽 Serve with..

Serve these crispy pork belly sliders as an appetizer at your next party along with some of these other great appetizer favorites!

  • BBQ Beef Sliders featured image.
    BBQ Beef Sliders
  • Upclose image of a sausage burger on a slider roll topped with cheddar cheese, jalapeno slices and sriracha aioli.
    Cheddar Jalapeno Burgers
  • Featured image for White Castle Sliders recipe.
    White Castle Sliders
  • Slow Cooker Beef Sliders

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Crispy Pork Belly Sliders

Shelby Law Ruttan
Pork Belly Sliders are a perfect bite of sweet, salty, spicy and crispy! Pork belly slices are air fried to crispy perfection then topped with freshly shredded red and green cabbage and drizzled with a little sriracha honey mayonnaise for the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors..
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 135 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounce pre-cooked pork belly
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • ½ cup shredded red cabbage
  • ½ cup shredded cabbage
  • ¼ cup shredded carrot
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 12 slider rolls

Instructions
 

  • Mix honey and sriracha sauce. Mix 1 tablespoon of honey sriracha sauce into mayonnaise. Set aside.
  • Toss cabbages and carrot together then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Slice pork belly into thin slices and place on hot griddle over medium high heat then cook until crispy on both sides. Before removing rom the griddle, glaze with honey sriracha sauce and turn once, glaze again. Remove from griddle and glaze with more sauce if desired.
  • Assemble sandwiches as follows, spoon a teaspoon of honey sriracha mayo on bottom half of bun. Top with pork belly slider with cabbage slaw, and cilantro. Drizzle a little more sriracha mayo over top if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 219mgPotassium: 62mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 495IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg
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Southern Diner Cake

September 2, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 19 Comments

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Southern Diner Cake is one of those cakes that will make whomever you made it for feel extra special! Who wouldn't love sweet, cherry syrup soaked layers of cake covered in a luscious and creamy cream cheese frosting?

Southern Diner Cake

This post is sponsored by Workman Publishing Company in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own.

This cake was perfect for a celebration that was very special to me. My first full year at the Law Firm! I made this cake and took it to work to share with all my co-workers to remind them how thankful they can be to have a food blogger as an office administrator. 😉 After all, I like to bake my own cakes and share them!

Southern Diner Cake
Southern Diner Cake

I recently received an opportunity from Workman Publishing through Weekday Supper to review Caroline Wright's new cookbook Cake Magic!. When I received the book I was completely drawn in by all the photos. The first section of the book shows a photo of every single cake combination recipe she shares in her cookbook. Then the concept of using 3 elements to come up with endless varieties of cakes just blew me away. I loved her concept and her recipes!

Each cake starts out with a basic recipe. You have 8 different basic cake recipes to choose from, one being the Brown Sugar Cake I made for this particular post. Each cake has the element of the Cake Magic! Cake Mix as it's base for the recipe.

Southern Diner Cake

Then there is the syrup! There are so many choices of syrup flavors that my head started spinning! The Southern Diner Cake uses cherry syrup which is simply made with water, sugar, jam, and kirsch (a cherry brandy).

Southern Diner Cake

I love the tips and suggestions that she gives in her book, and this is the first time ever that I used the crumb method (see the crumb layer below) to frost a cake. It worked perfectly!

Layer and frost with the delicious cream cheese frosting recipe in the book and you have just made a cake that is going to make someone's day!

Layer cake with crumb coating.

Related Recipes

Try these Cappuccino Biscotti with your next cup of coffee!

Banana Cake with Browned Butter Maple Frosting is a great sheet cake for every day.

A whole brown sugar cherry soaked layer cake frosted with cream cheese frosting and decorated with cherries.

Whatever the occasion, you are bound to find a cake that fits in well for your celebration. Even if it is just a stay at home celebration! As a part of #Weekday Supper, 9 other bloggers along with myself are sharing recipes from this amazing cookbook with you. Be sure to check out the links below the recipe for their tasty creations!


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Southern Diner Cake

Shelby Law Ruttan
Southern Diner Cake is a homemade brown sugar cake cake soaked with a cherry syrup and frosted with a buttercream icing. This delicious cake recipe is perfect for birthday celebrations, bridal showers, or baby showers!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 761 kcal

Equipment

  • 2 9-inch round cake pans

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Ingredients
  

For the Brown Sugar Cake

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter at room temperature, for preparing the pan
  • 1 tablespoon flour for dusting the pans
  • 4 cups cake magic mix (see below for mix)
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter , melted and cooled, or 1 cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup full fat plain yogurt , preferably not Greek yogurt-see note for substitutions
  • ⅔ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon unsulfured molasses
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature

For the Cake Magic! Cake Mix

  • 2-½ cups flour
  • 1-½ cup sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon table salt see note

For the Cherry Syrup

  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cherry jam
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cherry liquor or kirsch , optional but recommended

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 1 cup unsalted butter , at room temperature
  • 3 ounces cream cheese , at room temperature
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

To bake the cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter the bottom and side of the pan(s). Dust with flour to coat, then invert and tap out any excess. (If making cupcakes, use liners instead of greasing and coating the tins.)
  • Whisk together the cake mix, baking soda, and brown sugar in a large bowl. Stir in the butter, yogurt, water, molasses, vanilla, salt and eggs until moistened and no lumps remain (be careful not to overmix).
  • Divide the batter between the prepared pans. Bake until the layers are domed and a few moist crumbs cling to a skewer inserted in the center of the cake. Bake for 35 minutes.
  • Remove the cakes from the oven and pierce in one inch intervals the top of the cakes with a skewer or knife. Pour or generously brush the cherry syrup over the hot layers, dividing it as evenly as you can.
  • Transfer the soaked layers (while still in their pans) to a wire rack to cool completely. When they are cooled and no longer wet to touch, one or two hours, carefully turn them out of their pans and assemble and frost.

For the Cake Magic Mix

  • Place all of the ingredients in a large bowl and whisk together well to combine. Whisk the mix again before measuring
    NOTE: It's important to use table salt in the cake mix; other types will eventually settle out of the mix.

To make the syrup:

  • Combine the sugar, water, jams, and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir to dissolve the sugar, then stir in the vanilla and liqueur, if using. Remove from the heat and set aside to steep, covered, for at least 20 minutes. Strain the syrup, use the syrup warm or at room temperature.
  • Cherry syrup will keep, in an airtight container in the refrigerator, for up to 1 week. Reheat in a small saucepan over low heat before using.

To make the frosting:

  • Combine the butter, cream cheese, salt, and 2 cups of the sugar in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer on low speed until incorporated, about 1 minute.
  • Add the remaining sugar and beat on medium speed until the frosting is pale and no longer grainy, about 2 minutes. Add the vanilla and beat until the frosting is very light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Cream Cheese Frosting will keep, in an airtight container in the refrigerator, for 1 week. Before using, bring it back to room temperature and stir it vigorously or beat it again for best results.

Notes

Makes one 8 or 9-inch two layer cake (or one 10-inch bundt cake, one 13x9-inch sheet cake, or 24 cupcakes)
If you don’t have full fat yogurt you can substitute buttermilk or sour cream. Greek yogurt can be used as a substitution but should be thinned with milk or water to the consistency of regular yogurt.

Nutrition

Calories: 761kcalCarbohydrates: 104gProtein: 6gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 381mgPotassium: 132mgFiber: 1gSugar: 82gVitamin A: 1175IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Brown sugar cake, Cherry Syrup Soaked Cake, Southern Diner Cake
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Nanny's 7 Day Sweet Pickles

August 28, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 46 Comments

One pint jar full of 7 day sweet pickles.

Nanny's 7 Day Sweet Pickles are a nostalgic homemade favorite that taste just like the ones Grandma used to make! This easy to make, old fashioned recipe makes crisp, tangly, and perfectly sweet pickles. The slow, seven-day process gives them their signature flavor and texture, creating a pickle that's worth every bit of patience.

7 Day Sweet Pickles

I grew up watching jars of these sweet pickles line our kitchen counter, filled with cucumbers soaking in vinegar and sugar. That same recipe has stayed in my family for generations, and it still brings back the taste of summer every time I make it.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

Old-fashioned flavor: this sweet pickle recipe delivers that classic balance of sugar and vinegar you remember from Grandma's pantry.

Crisp texture: each step helps keep these pickles firm and crunchy, never soft.

Long-lasting reward: after seven days, you'll have jars full of beautifully preserved sweet crisp pickles to enjoy all year.

7 day sweet pickles

Key Ingredients for Sweet Crisp Pickles

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

  • Small cucumbers: fresh, firm cucumbers are the key to a crisp bite.
  • Apple cider vinegar: adds mild acidity and a touch of fruity depth.
  • Pickling spice: a warm, aromatic blend that infuses flavor into every slice.
  • Sugar: the base of this sweet pickle recie that balances the tangy vinegar.
  • Alum: keeps the cucumbers firm through the long soaking process.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • White vinegar can replace apple cider vinegar for a sharper, classic flavor.
  • Pickling salt can be swapped with kosher salt if it's free from additives.
  • Brown sugar can replace white sugar for a deeper caramel note in your sweet pickles.
7 Day Sweet Picles

FAQs

How are Crisp Sweet Pickles different from Bread and Butter Pickles?

The biggest difference between these two sweet pickle recipes is the method used to pickle them. Crisp Sweet Pickles are not cooked on the stove top, whereas Bread and Butter Pickles are brought to a simmer then sealed, without the 7 day fermentation process.

Why do you soak cucumbers in water before processing your crisp sweet pickle recipe?

Soaking your cucumbers in water helps to ensure their freshness and helps to improve their texture and flavor.

Do you have to refrigerate crisp sweet pickles in the refrigerator?

No, only refrigerate pickles that did not seal in the refrigerator.

What do I do with the syrup on day 7 after packing pickles in the jars?

The syrup needs to go into the jars with the pickles, or the pickles will not be sweet. You can do this one of two ways. Drain the syrup and add it to the vinegar solution, or, add the syrup with the pickles while you are packing.

Do I need to rinse the pickles every day before adding fresh water?

There is no need to rinse the pickles as this is part of the fermentation process.

What is the foamy stuff on top of my cucumbers, have they gone bad?

No, this is the fermentation you are seeing. This is a good thing.

Should I process these sweet crisp pickles in a hot water bath canner?

If you are doing a hot pack (as the recipe instructs) you should not have to process in a canner. However, you can do so for 15 minutes if you wish. If the pickles do not seal with hot pack, you will need to process in the canner anyway.

7 Day Sweet Pickles

Variations on 7 Day Pickles

  • Spicy Sweet Pickles: add a few red pepper flakes for heat that balances the sweetness.
  • Garlic Lover's Pickles: when hot packing the jars, toss in several whole garlic cloves for bold, savory flavor.
  • Bread and Butter Twist: add mustard seeds and turmeric to make an old fashioned sweet pickle recipe with golden color and zip.

Tips for the Best Sweet Crisp Pickles

  • Choose small cucumbers: use cucumbers that are narrow and about 5 inches long.
  • Be patient: each day adds depth and character to your 7 day pickles.
  • Seal properly: make sure jars are sterilized and lids are tight for safe storage.
7 Day Sweet Pickles

How to Store

These pickles store beautifully for up to 1 year when kept in sealed jars in a cool, dark pantry. Once opened, refrigerate and use within 1 month to maintain that crisp, sweet, crunch.

Serve With...

Enjoy 7 Day Sweet Pickles on top of a Air Fried Hamburger, with Classic Potato Salad, or Sloppy Joes. They also are great as part of a Turkey Charcuterie Board.

Nanny's 7 Day Sweet Pickles

More Canning Recipes You'll Love

If you love these sweet pickles, you'll enjoy my Bread and Butter Pickles. For a zest twist, try my Pickled Green Beans, and for a garlicky bite, my Aunt Bonnie's Garlic Dill Pickles. This Muscadine Jam also is a great addition to stock your pantry with something sweet.

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One pint jar full of 7 day sweet pickles.

Nanny's 7 Day Sweet Pickles

Shelby Law Ruttan
This 7 Day Sweet Pickles recipe is an old-fashioned favorite made with cucumbers, sugar, and apple cider vinegar for crisp, tangy, sweet pickles that taste just like homemade memories.
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Prep Time 7 days d
Total Time 7 days d
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 100
Calories 40 kcal

Equipment

  • Large food-safe container (non-reactive crock or food grade bucket, 2-3 gallons)
  • colander
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Large stock pot (for boiling water)
  • Cheesecloth
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Heatproof ladle
  • Canning funnel (wide mouth)
  • Canning jars with lids and bands (wide mouth pint or quart sized)
  • Hot water bath canner

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Ingredients
  

  • 10 pounds small cucumbers
  • ¼ cup salt
  • 3 tablespoons alum
  • 6 cups apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup pickling spice
  • 4 cups granulated sugar

Instructions
 

Day 1:

  • Clean the cucumbers and soak in ice cold water bath for 30 minutes.
  • Drain the cucumbers and trim the ends. Cut into ¼ inch thick chunks.
  • Transfer the cucumbers in a large food safe container. Cover with boiling water. Let sit 24 hours.

Day 2:

  • Drain the water from cucumber slices.
  • Add the salt and pour boiling water over top of the cucumbers and salt. Cover and let sit 24 hours.

Day 3:

  • Drain the cucumbers.
  • Add the alum and pour boiling water over the cucumbers to cover. Let sit 24 hours

Day 4:

  • Drain the cucumbers. Place the pickling spice in a cheesecloth tied with string to form a purse.
  • Place the spice packet in the jar with the cucumbers.
  • Bring the cider vinegar to a boil. Pour over cucumbers. If there isn't enough vinegar to cover the cucumbers, boil more and add to the cucumbers.

Day 5 and Day 6:

  • Do nothing.

Day 7

  • Drain the cucumbers reserving the liquid. Remove the cheesecloth with the pickling spices and discard.
  • Place the cucumbers in large mixing bowl. Pour the sugar over top of the cucumbers and toss to coat. Let sit for 2 hours.

To Preserve:

  • Heat the reserved cucumber liquid and any liquid from the the sugar soaked cucumbers until scalding.
  • Pack the pickles into hot sterilized jars. Pour hot cucumber liquid over top of the pickles. Wipe any moisture from the lip of the jar. Cover with hot sterilized lids and tighten with screw caps.
  • Allow pickles to cool completely on the counter top. Refrigerate any jars that have not sealed.

Notes

Calorie and serving numbers are estimates only.

Nutrition

Calories: 40kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.003gSodium: 323mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 34IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 0.2mgNet Carbohydrates: 9g
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Spicy Asian Venison Bowl

August 21, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 14 Comments

Spicy Asian Venison Bowl

This Spicy Asian Venison Bowl recipe is made with perfectly cooked venison stew meat tossed with a generous amount of delicious spicy sweet Asian sauce. It is served next to a bed of scallion jasmine rice just waiting to soak up all that delicious sauce!

Game meat couldn't be any tastier! we are huge fans of Spicy Asian recipes, so making one with venison was bound to happen yet again! This recipe is just one of several venison recipes that we love to enjoy on a regular basis in our home!

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I'm always looking for ways to satisfy our taste buds with wild game meat. I love my venison stew recipe, but I really do like to eat something other than stew with it.

We had just a few packages of stew meat in our freezer and since we had just eaten stew last week, I wanted to come up with something else. I thought about the Bourbon Butter Venison Steak Tips but an Asian flair was my craving.

Another great Asian style recipe is this Venison Satay!

Spicy Asian Venison Bowl

So, I got creative. I pulled out my ingredients I use for Asian recipes and decided to go with a jasmine rice that was tossed with scallion greens as the starch to go in the bowl with our meat. The result? Grumpy loved it. How do I know? Because he ate the leftovers! Yes. Grumpy is not a leftover eater, so when he ate the leftovers the next night, I knew this was a winner!

Spicy Asian Venison Bowl

Grab your chopsticks, prep your sauce and get that rice a cookin' because you are not going to want to let this recipe slip you by! No worries, if you are not a venison fan, beef will substitute just as well in this recipe!

Spicy Asian Venison Bowl

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Thee Asian Lettuce Cups with Spicy Ground Turkey make a delicious lunch.

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Spicy Asian Venison Bowl

Spicy Asian Venison Bowl

Shelby Law Ruttan
Venison stew meat cooked to perfection with a generous amount of delicious spicy sweet Asian sauce coating. Served beside a bed of scallion jasmine rice
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 7 minutes mins
Total Time 17 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4
Calories 309 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb venison steak sliced
  • 1 tablespoon bacon grease or other cooking oil
  • 5 green onions sliced
  • 3 large cloves garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black bean chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions
 

  • Cook jasmine rice according to the package. Once completely cooked, toss with 2 tablespoons sliced green onion tops (the green part).
  • In a medium-sized bowl, stir together beef broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, fish sauce, brown sugar, and black bean chili sauce and cornstarch. Set aside.
  • In a hot skillet, add bacon grease or cooking oil, green onions and garlic. Saute 1 minute until garlic begins to brown. Add stew meat and stir-fry 4-5 minutes. Add sauce mixture and bring to a quick boil. Simmer 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  • Serve with rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 recipeCalories: 309kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 43gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 132mgSodium: 898mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
Keyword Asian Recipe, Fusion, venison, Venison Bowl
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Breakfast Bruschetta with Eggs and Bacon

August 14, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 56 Comments

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This Breakfast Bruschetta with eggs and bacon is a hearty twist on a morning favorite. It's. layered with savory vegetables, fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and melted cheese on toasted English muffins.

Breakfast Bruschetta made with a toasted english muffin topped with tomato spinach base, scrambled eggs, bacon, and cheese.

It reminds me of the kind of breakfast I'd serve when family is visiting. Special enough to feel indulgent, but simple enough to pull together quickly. If you enjoy recipes like my Bacon Mushroom Quiche, this one will be another keeper for your breakfast table.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

Hearty layers: toasted English muffins are piled with veggies, eggs, and bacon for a full breakfast bite.

Savory flavor: garlic, peppers, and spinach bring freshness while bacon adds that salty crunch.

Quick prep: ready in about 30 minutes, making it perfet for weekends or brunch gatherings.

A collage of the assembly steps. Finished product on the left, tomato spinach saute, bacon and eggs, and toasted muffin

Key Ingredients for English Muffin Breakfast Bruschetta

  • English muffins: a sturdy base that toasts beautifully under the broiler.
  • Spinach: adds freshness and color while cooking down to a tender bite.
  • Bacon: crispy and smoky, the perfect contrast to eggs and veggies.
  • Eggs: scrambled just until fluffy to soak in the flavors.
  • Mozzarella cheese: melts into a gooey topping that holds everything together.
Crispy fried bacon on a paper towel lined plate

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Swap whole wheat English muffins for multi-grain.
  • Use turkey bacon instead of regular bacon for a lighter option.
  • Try cheddar cheese in place of mozzarella for a sharper bite.

Variations on Breakfast Bruschetta with Eggs and Bacon

  • Add a spoonful of homemade salsa or pico de gallo before the cheese for a southwest style version.
  • Top with sliced avocado after baking for extra creaminess.
  • Sprinkle with feta cheese and olives for a Mediterranean twist.
A stack of 3 English muffins on a white plate.

English Muffin Bruschetta Tips

  • Toast first: broil the muffins before adding toppings so they stay crisp.
  • Don't overcook eggs: keep them fluffy, since they'll heat again under the broiler.
  • Watch the broiler: the cheese melts quickly, so stay close to avoid burining.

Serve With...

Serve breakfast bruschetta with eggs and bacon alongside a sweet treat like my Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake, or a hot mug of Salted Caramel Mocha Latte. It also pairs well with a bowl of Green Bean Soup (Plant Based & Creamy) for a light dinner.

Skillet with scrambled eggs.

More Easy Breakfast Recipes You'll Love

If you like htis recipe you might enjoy my Turkey Bacon Breakfast Burrito, Fried Green Tomato Eggs Benedict, Hash Brown Taco Pie, and Waffle Egg Sandwiches.

Breakfast Bruschetta

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This recipe for Breakfast Bruschetta was an entry into a brunch contest I held in the beginning of my blogging days. Readers submitted one of their favorite recipes for me to make and I chose the winning recipe after making them all.

This recipe had a freshness to it from the seasoned tomato and spinach topping. That factor, as well as the crispy bacon, was the winning part of this recipe for me. I will be forever grateful to my reader, whose name is Lisa, for submitting this to my contest!!

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Breakfast Bruschetta with Eggs and Bacon

Shelby Law Ruttan
This breakfast bruschetta with eggs and bacon is a quick and hearty morning dish made with toasted English muffins layered with vegetables, eggs, bacon, and cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 3
Calories 330 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • chef knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowls
  • Large baking sheet

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Ingredients
  

  • 3 Light Multi-Grain English Muffin , split
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 small tomato , diced
  • ⅓ cup diced sweet red bell pepper
  • 4 green onions , chopped
  • 1 large garlic clove , minced
  • 3 slices bacon , cooked until crispy
  • 3 large eggs , scrambled
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • salt and pepper , to taste
  • sweet Hungarian paprika , to taste
  • fresh basil chiffonade optional
  • cooking spray

Instructions
 

TO PREPARE THE BRUSCHETTA TOPPING:

  • Break up the Crispy Bacon into ½" pieces.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the spinach, garlic, sweet pepper, tomato, onions, and paprika. Saute until spinach is wilted. Remove spinach mixture and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, over medium-high heat, scramble the eggs until just fluffy. Set aside. Toss the scrambled eggs with the crumbled bacon.

TO ASSEMBLE THE BREAKFAST BRUSCHETTA:

  • Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and place the split English muffins on the sheet cut sides up. Place sheet in the oven under the broiler and broil until just toasty brown. Watch carefully so you don't burn the muffins.
  • Remove the English muffins from the oven and assemble the bruschetta. Place 2-3 tablespoons of spinach mixture on each English Muffin. Then, place 2 tablespoons of Scrambled Egg mixture on top of the spinach. Sprinkle with shredded Mozzarella cheese. 
  • Place the baking sheet under the broiler on high setting. Broil until the cheese is melted, about 1-2 minutes, watching carefully so it does not burn.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and top with fresh basil chiffonade (if using)

Notes

Tips for making the best breakfast sandwich

  • Use a hearty English muffin and toast it until golden brown
  • Make sure your bacon is brown and crisp, not burnt, but not soggy either.
  • Use the bacon fat to saute the vegetables that will top the English muffin. This will add a smoky delicious flavor to the spinach along with the garlic.
  • Don't overcook the scrambled eggs otherwise they will dry out when the Breakfast Bruschetta goes under the broiler

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 230mgSodium: 528mgPotassium: 408mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3337IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 255mgIron: 2mgNet Carbohydrates: 4g
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Chocolate Zucchini Bread

August 12, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 46 Comments

Two slices of chocolate zucchini bread on a white plate.

Chocolate Zucchini Bread is moist, delicious and full of chocolate flavor dotted with white chocolate chips baked in. And, the shredded zucchini is a yummy and sneaky way to get your veggies in!

Two Chocolate Zucchini Bread loaves on a cooling rack.

Every summer, when the garden begins to produce zucchini, this recipe for chocolate zucchini bread is one of the first ones I make!

I love making recipes with zucchini in them, and some of my favorites are baked goods including these zucchini cookies, muffins, and cake!

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Why You'll Love Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Versatile: You can switch up the add-ins like nuts, berries, or extra chocolate, making it easy to create your perfect loaf every time.

Sneaky Veggies: You won't even taste the zucchini, but it adds moisture and makes the bread super soft, so you can feel good about eating it!

Great for Breakfast or Dessert: It's sweet enough for dessert, but not too sweet for breakfast - and it goes great with a cup of hot coffee or tea.

Ingredients

Below is a list of ingredients you will need to make this chocolate zucchini bread recipe:

Ingredients on table: zucchini, chocolate, oil, flour, sugar, cinnamon, eggs, vanilla, white chocolate chips.
  • Unsweetened chocolate
  • Large eggs
  • Granulated sugar
  • Vegetable oil
  • Zucchini
  • Vanilla extract
  • All-purpose flour
  • Baking soda
  • Salt
  • Ground cinnamon
  • White chocolate chips

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How to Make Chocolate Zucchini Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray two 9x5 inch loaf pans with cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. Place shredded zucchini in cotton kitchen towel, roll up and twist to squeeze excess water out. Place shredded zucchini in colander until ready to use.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate until melted. Stir occasionally until chocolate is smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, oil, grated zucchini, vanilla and chocolate; beat well.
  5. Stir in the flour baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Mixing until dry ingredients are combined with the wet ingredients.
  6. Fold in the white chocolate chips. Divide zucchini bread batter evenly into prepared loaf pans.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a loaf comes out clean.

Hint: I like to use this cake tester (affiliate link) to test my baked goods.

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Substitutions

Below are some substitutions you can make for the chocolate zucchini bread ingredients:

  • Vegetable oil: Use melted coconut oil or Greek yogurt for a healthier option. It'll still be super moist without the extra fat.
  • White chocolate chips: Try dark chocolate chips, semi-sweet ones, or even cinnamon chips.
  • Granulated sugar: Go for coconut sugar or even brown sugar for a deeper flavor

Variations

Below are a few ways to make this delicious chocolate zucchini bread recipe a little different with a flavor twist.

  • Espresso Boost: Add a teaspoon of espresso powder to the mix to amp up the chocolate flavor and give you a little caffine kick.
  • Double Chocolate: Throw in some extra dark chocolate chips with the white ones for that double chocolate overload.
  • Peanut Butter Swirl: Add a few spoonfuls of peanut butter to the batter and swirl it in before baking. Chocolate + peanut butter = pure magic!

See this chocolate pistachio bread recipe on my website!

Equipment

  • 9x5 loaf pans (you will need 2)
  • Cotton kitchen towel or cheesecloth
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Large bowl
  • Mixing spoon
  • Box shredder

Storage

Store chocolate zucchini bread in an air tight container at room temperature up to 4 days. For longer storage, store in the freezer up to 3 months.

Top tip

Squeeze the zucchini: After grating the zucchini, make sure to squeeze out the excess moisture with a towel or paper towels. This keeps the bread from becoming too soggy and ensures a perfect texture.

Don't over mix: When you combine the wet and dry ingredients, mix just until everything's combined. Over mixing can make the bread dense instead of light and fluffy.

Related

Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:

  • Featured image for Air Fryer Zucchini Fries.
    Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
  • Two golden brown Low Carb Zucchini Biscuits on a blue plate.
    Zucchini Cheddar Biscuits
  • Sauteed Zucchini and Mushrooms featured image.
    Zucchini and Mushrooms
  • Upclose image of lentil and cheese stuffed zucchini garnised with chopped pecans and fresh cilantro garnish.
    Vegetarian Stuffed Zucchini

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Two slices of chocolate zucchini bread on a white plate.

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Shelby Law Ruttan
This chocolate zucchini bread is so moist and chocolatey, you won't even notice the veggies in it! The white chocolate chips make it extra sweet and totally irresistible.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 238 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¾ cup white chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray two 9x5 inch loaf pans with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Place shredded zucchini in cotton kitchen towel, roll up and twist to squeeze excess water out. Place shredded zucchini in colander until ready to use.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate until melted. Stir occasionally until chocolate is smooth.
  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, oil, grated zucchini, vanilla and chocolate; beat well.
  • Stir in the flour baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Mixing until dry ingredients are combined with the wet ingredients.
  • Fold in the white chocolate chips. Divide zucchini bread batter evenly into prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a loaf comes out clean.

Notes

Add a little more cinnamon flavor by substituting cinnamon flavored chips for the white chocolate! This would go great with peanut butter chips as well!
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Nutrition

Calories: 238kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 158mgPotassium: 83mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 56IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 28g
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Garlic Shrimp Zoodles

August 5, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 4 Comments

Garlic Shrimp Zoodles.

Full of buttery garlic flavor, this Garlic Shrimp Zoodles recipe brings you a high protein, low carb, keto friendly meal that is quick and easy to put on your table any in under 30 minutes!

Overhead image of 5 cooked large shrimp arranged on top of a bed of zucchini noodles.

Quick and easy, zucchini noodles, aka zoodles are easy to make right at home, or buy them premade right in the store!

This shrimp and zoodles recipe was inspired by this weight watcher friendly shrimp with pasta recipe.

Why You'll Love Zoodles and Shrimp

Quick and Easy: a flavor packed meal is ready in just minutes.

Low carb pescatarian keto recipe: this meal is perfect for those following a keto or pescatarian keto diet.

Delicious and satisfying: a protein packed meal that will satisfy your hunger and tastebuds.

Ingredients

  • Raw large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • Summer squash
  • Garlic cloves
  • Red onion
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic salt
  • Black pepper

Zoodles are noodles made with summer squash using a spiralizer (affiliate link). They make a great substitute for pasta when you are following a low carb keto diet. You can use all green squash or all yellow squash or a combination of both (which is what I did).

Squash noodles on a serving plate with shrimp arranged on top.

Instructions

  1. Heat ½ tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds.
  2. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes on each side until no longer translucent (they will be pink). Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Add remaining olive oil to pan. Add onion and squash.
  4. Cook, stirring often, over medium heat, uncovered until squash begins to turn soft. If squash releases a lot of water, drain as much liquid as possible from pan and return to heat.
  5. Cook another minute or two and then season to taste with garlic salt and black pepper.
  6. Divide squash between 4 dinner plates and top with cooked shrimp

Substitutions

This recipe is made to fit a pescatarian keto diet however you don't have to be on that diet to enjoy this recipe. If you want the pasta and aren't low carb, by all means serve it with pasta!

Protein swap: large scallops or thick chunks of fish fillets (such as haddock or cod) can be substituted for shrimp.

Squash substitute: if low carb is not necessary, use 2 cups cooked spaghetti in place of the zoodles.

Variations

Spicy garlic shrimp: add ½ teaspoon red chili flakes to the garlic shrimp mixture when cooking.

Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp: substitute butter for the olive oil and squeeze juice of ½ lemon over top of shrimp mixture once cooked.

Veggie Noodle variation: substitute hearts of palm noodles for another low carb version. Carrots and butter nut squash noodles also are a great option (just a little higher in carbs).

Equipment

Large skillet

Chef knife

Spiralizer

Top Tip

Zucchini can retain a lot of water. Below are a couple of ways you can prevent a watery dish:

  • Place zoodles in a colendar and sprinkle with a little salt. Toss to coat. Allow zoodles to rest for 10 minutes, then press lightly to express any water from the squash.
  • When cooking the zoodles, if you see an excess amount of water in the skillet, drain the water from the skillet then continue to cook as directed.

What to serve with Garlic Shrimp Zoodles

Garlic Shrimp Zoodles Saute is light and delicious. However, we still like to enjoy a light dessert once in a while. A great dessert recipe that compliments the meal would be these delicious Low Carb Lemon Curd Thumbprints! If your not low carb, but would still like to enjoy a dessert afterward, try this recipe for No Bake Lemon Cheesecake!

More Shrimp Recipes

  • A blue plate filled with shrimp fried rice.
    Shrimp Fried Rice
  • Shrimp Salad Roll on a blue seashell plate.
    Shrimp Salad Rolls
  • Featured image for Baked Shrimp with Feta and Tomatoes.
    Baked Shrimp with Feta and Tomatoes
  • Shrimp Deviled Eggs with bacon and green onion garnish.
    Shrimp Deviled Eggs with Bacon

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Garlic Shrimp Zoodles

Shelby Law Ruttan
You will love these plump and delicious garlic shrimp with zoodles! Large shrimp are cooked in a garlic sauce and served over top of sautéed zucchini noodles for a delicious low carb keto pescatarian meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Keto Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 133 kcal

Equipment

  • Veggie Spiralizer
  • Large skillet
  • Sharp knife
  • Flat head wooden spoon

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound uncooked shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 small green zucchini squash spiralized
  • 1 small yellow squash spiralized
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small white onion spiralized
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat ½ tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add shrimp and cook until no longer translucent (they will be pink). Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Add remaining olive oil to pan. Add onion and squash.
  • Cook over medium heat, uncovered until squash begins to soften. If squash releases a lot of water, drain as much liquid as possible from pan and return to heat.
  • Cook another minute or two and then season with garlic salt and pepper.
  • Divide squash between 4 dinner plates and top with cooked shrimp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 133kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 17gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 1227mgPotassium: 323mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 324IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 81mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 5g
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Mango Colada

July 29, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 1 Comment

Side view of a frozen mango colada with an orange and lime wheel on top of the glass.

If you are looking for an adult beverage that is icy, creamy and refreshing, then this Mango Colada is the drink for you! It is the perfect blend of sweet, juicy mango and creamy coconut-basically a mini vacation in a glass. Whether you're lounging by the pool, hosting a summer get-together, or just in the mood for something tropical, this easy recipe is a total crowd-pleaser.

A tall glass of Mango Rum Colada.

We are right in the midst of July and are having some steamy hot heat lately. The humidity has been so high that you break a sweat just sitting! All this heat had me craving something icy and cold. Something similar to my recipe for Coconut Lime Rum Refresher, but fruitier!

Why You'll Love Mango Rum Colada

Smooth and Creamy Texture: The blend of coconut cream and rum gives the drink a rich, velvety mouthfeel, making it incredibly satisfying to enjoy, especially on a warm day.

Perfect Balance of Sweet and Tart: The natural sweetness of mango complements the slight tartness of lime juice, creating a well-rounded flavor profile that's both refreshing and indulgent.

Great for Any Occasion: Whether it's a beach day, a backyard barbecue, or a cozy evening at home, a mango rum colada is the perfect drink to elevate any gathering and bring a little vacation vibe to your day.

A mango cut in half and scored laying on a cutting board with a knife beside it.

Ingredients

I had some gorgeous mangos and decided they would fit the bill for the beverage I wanted to make. I also had just enough Mango Rum Tortuga in my bottle that I could use to make this icy beverage with!

  • Fresh mangos
  • Limes
  • Cream of coconut
  • Coconut water
  • Mango rum
  • Crushed ice

See recipe card at the bottom of this post for ingredient amounts.

How to Make A Mango Colada

  1. Place the mango, lime juice, cream of coconut and coconut water in a blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Add the rum and ice to the mango puree. Blend until smooth and icy.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Shape knife
  • Cutting board

Substitutions

Coconut Milk or Cream: Instead of coconut water, use coconut milk or coconut cream for a richer, creamier texture and a more pronounced coconut flavor.

Pineapple Juice: Swap out coconut water for pineapple juice for a different fruity twist. The pineapple adds a nice sweetness and acidity that complements the mango perfectly.

Light or Dark Rum: While mango rum is delicious, you can substitute it with light or dark rum for a different flavor profile. Light rum will keep it light and refreshing, while dark rum adds a deeper, richer taste.

Halves of mango cut and scored on a white cutting board.

Variations

Spicy Mango Colada: Add a slice of jalapeño or a dash of cayenne pepper to the blender for a spicy kick. The heat complements the sweetness of the mango and the creaminess of the coconut.

Tropical Fruit Colada: Blend in other tropical fruits like pineapple, passion fruit, or papaya alongside the mango for a fruity medley.

Mango Berry Colada: Add a handful of fresh or frozen berries, such as strawberries or blueberries, to your mango colada.

Top Tips

  • To easily slice the mango, cut along both sides of the mango stone. Then score each half in three slices diagonally and vertically. Then put your fingers behind the skin and push out. The little cubes will pop up and will be easy to cut out with your knife!
Overhead image of Mango Rum Colada in a glass with an mango and lime garnish.

Related Recipes

You will love this tropical Coconut Lime Margarita!

If you are looking for a fruity mojito, then look no further than this Watermelon Mojito.

A brazilian lemonade with rum, you can't get much better than this coconut lime rum drink!

Everyone loves this Blended Pina Colada recipe.

If you give this 4-bean salad a try, I'd love to hear how it turned out! Please leave a comment and ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below to let me know if you kept the heat mild or went all in with the jalapenos. Don't forget to tag me on Instagram @grumpyshoneybunch so I can see your beautiful salad bowls!

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Mango Colada

Shelby Law Ruttan
Indulge in this refreshing mango colada, a delicious blend of sweet mango and creamy coconut that brings a taste of the tropics to your glass. Perfect for summer gatherings or a relaxing day by the pool, this easy recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant flavor and smooth texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Beverages
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 274 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 fresh mangos , peeled and cubed
  • 1 large lime , juiced
  • 2 tablespoons cream of coconut
  • ¾ cups coconut water
  • 2 shots mango rum
  • 2 cups crushed ice

Instructions
 

  • Add the cubed mango, lime juice, cream of coconut and coconut water to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Add the mango rum and ice to the mango puree. Blend until smooth and icy.

Nutrition

Calories: 274kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 118mgPotassium: 434mgFiber: 4gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 1137IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 31g
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Chili Lime Chicken Bagel Melt

July 26, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 2 Comments

Upclose image of chili lime chicken bagel melt topped with slices of jalapeno and fresh cilantro.

A cheesy bagel makes a great platform for pizza! Chili Lime Chicken Bagel Melt is a combination of flavors I love to eat. A quick and easy sandwich recipe bursting with flavor.  The jalapeno heat is optional if this is a perfect hot lunch or light dinner for busy weekdays.

Chili Lime Chicken Bagel Bagel melt topped with jalapeno slices on a wooden board.

Why You'll Love this Chicken Bagel Melt

  • It's versatile: You can make this with your favorite bagel flavor. (I chose Asiago)
  • Easy to make: using pre-cooked chicken, and can be made with leftover rotisserie chicken.
  • Flavor packed: the delicious flavor combination of chili and lime gives this a slight tang with touch of heat.
Up close image of Chili Lime Chicken Bagel Melt.

Ingredients

This chicken bagel melt is a simple recipe made with easy to obtain ingredients. Be sure to buy fresh bagels as they are bigger and have far better flavor than the bagels sold in the freezer section. I like to buy the individual bagels in the bakery department.

Ingredients for sandwich: Bagel, chili lime seasoning, cheese, chicken mixture, cilantro, and sliced jalapenos.

This is an overview of the ingredients. See the recipe card below for amounts and instructions.

  • Asiago Bagel: I buy these from the grocery store bakery department.
  • Cooked chicken breast: you can buy it precooked from the store or use any leftover chicken on hand.
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Chili Lime Seasoning Blend
  • White onion
  • Marinara sauce
  • Olive oil
  • Jalapeno
  • Fresh cilantro

Instructions

Sauced chicken and onions in a skillet on the stove top.

Saute onion and jalapeno in olive oil 2-3 minutes. Add chicken and sauce, heat over medium heat until warmed through.

Assembling the warm chicken mixture on top of a bagel on a baking sheet.

Slice each bagel in half, place on a baking sheet, and top with chicken mixture.

bagel halves with topping on baking sheet prior to baking

Generously top each bagel half with mozzarella cheese.

Chili Lime Chicken Bagel with jalapeno slices on a wooden cutting board.

Place in the preheated oven and bake 10 minutes, until cheese is melted. Garnish with jalapeño slices and cilantro, if desired.

Hint: after 10 minutes bake time, turn the oven to the broil setting and watching carefully, broil for 1-2 minutes, until the cheese begins to brown.

Substitutions

If you are following a low carb keto diet, then you can make the substitutions below to make this a keto friendly bagel melt.

  • Keto bagel - use this keto rye bagel or keto asiago bagel recipe for the bread base.
  • Marinara sauce - substitute tomato sauce with a teaspoon of Italian seasoning or buy a low carb pasta sauce.
  • Omit onions - if you want to lower the carbs as much as possible, you can leave the onions out.
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Serve with...

These Zucchini Chips with Everything but the Bagel seasoning would make a great side as well as any of the recipes listed below!

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If you give this 4-bean salad a try, I'd love to hear how it turned out! Please leave a comment and ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below to let me know if you kept the heat mild or went all in with the jalapenos. Don't forget to tag me on Instagram @grumpyshoneybunch so I can see your beautiful salad bowls!

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Chili Lime Chicken Bagel Melt

Shelby Law Ruttan
A fresh bakery bagel is topped with chicken chili lime seasoning in a marinara sauce and then topped with mozzarella cheese. Bake these open face sandwiches until golden brown and garnish with slices of jalapeno and fresh cilantro.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 471 kcal

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Baking Sheet
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 large bakery bagel , sliced in half
  • 3 ounces cooked chicken , sliced thin
  • ⅓ cup sliced onion
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup marinaria sauce
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Lime Seasoning
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 6 slices jalapeno rings , optional
  • ½ tablespoon fresh cilantro , chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and jalapeno slices and cook until onions start to become translucent.
  • Add chicken breast slices and toss to combine. Season with chili lime seasoning. Stir in pasta sauce and remove from heat.
  • To assemble the sandwich, divide chicken mixture between bagel halves. Top with mozzarella cheese and bake in oven about 10 minutes, until cheese begins to melt.
  • Turn oven broiler on low and broil until cheese begins to brown.
  • Remove bagel halves from oven and top with chopped cilantro and jalapeno slices if desired.


Notes

If you do not have access to chili lime seasoning, you can substitute chili powder and add some lime zest to the sauce along with the juice of ½ lime.
This recipe makes enough for 1 large bagel but I consider it 2 servings - ½ half a bagel per serving. This is a great lunch or light dinner.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 471kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 27gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 857mgPotassium: 1087mgFiber: 11gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 3636IUVitamin C: 327mgCalcium: 207mgIron: 3mgNet Carbohydrates: 49g
Keyword Chicken Bagel Melt, Chili Lime Chicken Bagel
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Crumb Cake Recipe with Chocolate Crumb Topping

July 22, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan Leave a Comment

Crumb Cake Recipe with Chocolate Crumb Topping on a neon plate and a pastel striped towel.

This Crumb Cake Recipe is soft, buttery, and topped with a thick layer of chocolate crumb topping that sets apart from the classic version. It's the kind of cake that works just as well for brunch as it does for dessert.

A slice of New York Crumb Cake Recipe with Chocolate Crumb Topping on a neon green plate with a pastel pink and green towel in the background.

New York Crumb Cake has always been one of my favorites, and this version brings and extra twist with cocoa folded into the streusel. If you loved my Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake, this one gives you the same cozy vibe, but with a hint of chocolate crunch.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

Thick crumb layer: a full, bakery style topping with plenty of chocolate flavor.

Tender cake: light, fluffy, and moist thanks to yogurt in the batter.

Versatile treat: great for brunch, coffee breaks, or a sweet after dinner bite.

Overhead image of a chocolate crumb cake in a baking dish.

Key Ingredients for New York Crumb Cake

See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

  • Brown sugar: creates a caramel flavor that deepens the crumb topping.
  • Cocoa powder: adds a chocolate edge to the streusel without overwhelming.
  • Butter: melted for the topping and creamed into the cake for richness.
  • Yogurt: keeps the cake moist while adding a little tang,
  • Cinnamon: balances the chocolate and sugar with warm spice.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Greek yogurt: a thicker option if you want more tang in the cake.
  • Dutch-process cocoa: for a darker, more intense chocolate crumb topping.
  • Cake flour: can replace all purpose flour for a softer, more delicate crumb.

Variations on Crumb Cake

  • Nutty streusel: stir chopped pecans or walnuts into the chocolate crumb topping.
  • Swirled cake: add a small ribbon of cocoa powder mixed with sugar to the cake batter for a marbled effect.
  • Mini versions: bake in muffin tins for individual chocolate crumb cakes.
New York Crumb Cake

Tips for Perfect Crumb Cake

  • Clump the topping: squeeze the crumb mixture into clumps with your hands before sprinkling for big bakery-style chunks.
  • Use room temperature butter: creams easily with sugar, giving the cake a fluffy texture.
  • Mix gently: once the flour goes in, avoid overmixing so the cake stays tender.

How to Store

For the best flavor, keep this crumb cake covered and in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Best eaten chilled.

New York Crumb Cake

Serve With...

This New York crumb cake with chocolate crumb topping pairs beautifully with a hot cup of coffee and a splash of Homemade Almond Coffee Creamer.

More Coffee Cake Recipes You'll Love

If you love this recipe, try my Apple Walnut Coffee Cake, Banana Coffee Cake with Praline Topping, Easy Blueberry Crumb Cake, and Coffee Cake Muffins.

When you make this recipe, please comment below and let me know what you think. I'd love it if you tag me on Instagram @grumpyshoneybunch or #grumpyshoneybunch so I can see your photos!

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Crumb Cake Recipe with Chocolate Crumb Topping on a neon plate and a pastel striped towel.

New York Crumb Cake with Chocolate Crumb

Shelby Law Ruttan
This Crumb Cake Recipe with Chocolate Crumb Topping is soft, moist, and layered with a thick, bakery-style streusel that makes it ideal for brunch or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Breakfast & Brunch, Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 13 x 9-inch baking dish
  • Electric hand mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • rubber spatula
  • Wire cooling rack

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Ingredients
  

Topping:

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder

Cake:

  • 2½ cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1½ cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1⅓ cups nonfat yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Topping:

  • Mix sugars, cinnamon, and salt in medium bowl
    and stir to blend.
  • Pour melted butter over top of sugar mixture and stir
    to blend.
  • Add flour and toss with fork until moist clumps form. Set
    aside.

Cake:

  • Preheat to 350°F.
  • Coat a 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder,
    and salt into medium bowl.
  • Using electric hand mixer, beat
    room-temperature butter in large bowl until smooth.
  • Add sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating until well blended
    after each addition. Add sour cream and vanilla extract and stir until
    blended. Do not over stir.
  • Add flour mixture in ½ cup at a time, beating
    just until incorporated after each addition.
  • Spread cake batter to prepared baking dish and even with rubber spatula or back of a large
    spoon. Squeeze small handfuls of topping together to form small clumps.
    Drop clumps evenly over cake batter, covering completely. Be sure to use
    all of the topping - it will be thick, but that is how you want it to
    be.
  • Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean and topping is deep golden brown and slightly crisp, about 1 hour.
  • Cool cake in dish on rack at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 177mgPotassium: 97mgFiber: 1gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 438IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 44g
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Marinated Tofu Salad Recipe

July 19, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 8 Comments

Marinated Tofu Salad is a plant based recipe made with firm tofu pieces that have been marinated in a homemade Greek flavored salad dressing. This high protein vegan salad is so full of flavor that you may have trouble convincing some that it is actually tofu they are eating!

Marinated Tofu Salad made with cubed tofu, tomato, arugula on a white seashell plate.

If you are looking for a filling and satisfying lunch salad that is also low carb, then this marinated tofu recipe will definitely fit that bill. This keto friendly salad is only 3 net carbs per serving! It is also very easy to make and portable. It can be stored up to 1 week in your refrigerator, if it lasts that long!

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Why You'll Love Marinated Tofu Salad

  • Great flavor: the tofu absorbs the flavor of the marinade, giving it almost a "feta cheese" like flavor and texture.
  • High protein: tofu is a great way to get protein in your diet!
  • Low carb recipe: it is a great recipe for those following a low carb diet.
  • Easy dinner salad: the marinated tofu will keep up to 1 week in your fridge, making it easy to assemble a salad in minutes!

Ingredients

You will need spices, some lemon, and olive oil to make the marinade for the tofu. When you are ready to enjoy a salad with to tofu, you will need salad ingredients like arugula (gives a peppery flavor that goes well with the dressing!), tomatoes, cucumbers, etc.

Ingredients for marinade
  • Olive oil
  • Lemon juice
  • Dried basil
  • Ground cumin
  • Dried oregano
  • Sea salt
  • Firm tofu
  • Arugula
  • Tomatoes
  • Red onion 

See recipe card below for ingredient amounts.

How to Make Marinated Tofu Salad

Tofu pressed between thick paper towel layers with a heavy plate on top to express water out.
  1. Step 1: press tofu to remove any excess water.
Cubes of tofu soaking in a bowl of marinade.
  1. Step 2: dice tofu into cubes and toss with marinade ingredients into a large bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  1. Press tofu to remove any excess water.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, basil, cumin, and oregano. Place cubed tofu in the marinade and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or longer.
  3. To assemble salad, use your choice of veggies and layer on a plate or in a bowl.
  4. Top with about ⅓ cup tofu mixture.

Hint: cut the brick of tofu in half to make it thinner, then weight it down between a good thickness of paper towels. Use a heavy dinner plate or skillet to place on top of the tofu to weigh it down and express the water out.

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Substitutions

Still want to make this marinated tofu but don't have all the ingredients listed? Try some of the suggestions below:

  • Herb swap: use a blend of your favorite herbs in place of the listed ingredients.
  • Oil substitute: avocado oil works well as a substitute for olive oil and will not affect the flavor of the marinade.

Variations

  • Spicy kick: add ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the marinade to add a touch of heat to the marinated tofu.

Top Tips

  • Make sure you have pressed your tofu well before you cube it to marinate it. You want to be sure you have gotten all the water out.
  • When it comes to marinating the tofu for this salad recipe, you will want to let it sit for at least 30 minutes before consuming. It doesn't take long for the flavor to permeate the tofu.
Marinated Tofu Salad Recipe on a blue plate with a red and white napkin

The Last Word

This has become one of my most favorite plant based recipes that is also low carb. I crave the marinated tofu so much! If you're a tofu fan, then this is a must try recipe. If you're not a tofu fan, then I think this is a good starter recipe to try. I feel the marinade makes this tofu take on a flavor of cheese, similar to mozzarella. If you do try it, I would love to have you come back and let me know what you thought!

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If you give this 4-bean salad a try, I'd love to hear how it turned out! Please leave a comment and ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below to let me know if you kept the heat mild or went all in with the jalapenos. Don't forget to tag me on Instagram @grumpyshoneybunch so I can see your beautiful salad bowls!

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Marinated Tofu Salad

Shelby Law Ruttan
So delicious you won't know you are eating tofu! This salad takes on the flavors of the marinade and the tofu texture is like that of a feta cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Marinade Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Salads
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4
Calories 290 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice fresh squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt , or more to taste
  • 1 pound cubed firm tofu
  • 8 cups arugula
  • 3 small tomatoes quartered
  • ½ cup red onion thinly sliced

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, basil, cumin, and oregano.
  • Place cubed tofu in the marinade and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or longer.
  • To assemble salad, use your choice of veggies and layer on a plate or in a bowl.
  • Top with about ⅓ cup tofu mixture.

Notes

Very versatile, use whatever your favorite salad vegetable is to make a salad, then top it off with the tofu!
Nutrition Information for Tofu Ingredients only based on 6 servings.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 1184mgPotassium: 370mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1529IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 231mgIron: 3mg
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Peach Blueberry Burrata Quesadilla

July 17, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 39 Comments

Peach Blueberry Burrata Quesadilla

This Peach Blueberry Burrata Quesadilla is a mixture of salt, sweet, crisp and stringy delicious melty cheese and peachy flavor! Great for any meal of the day, make it an appetizer, a meal, or just a snack!

Peach Blueberry Burrata Quesadilla

This week the Sunday Supper Tastemakers are getting all "peachy" with their food! August is National Peach Month and we wanted to get a head start by sharing 40+ recipes with peaches that can be your go to recipes for celebration!

Peach Blueberry Burrata Quesadilla

I racked my brain when I found out we were doing peach recipes this week. I had already made Grilled Peaches with Agave Lime Cream, Peaches and Cream Pancakes, and my favorite Frosty Cool Peach Mojito along with several others and posted them on my blog. So I kind of came to a brain freeze.

Peach Blueberry Burrata Quesadilla

Then, I came across this wonderful, amazing burrata in my refrigerator. I had forgotten I bought it! I knew then and there I had to use the burrata in my recipe. If you have never eaten burrata and you can find it in your store (I find mine in Trader Joe's), then you must try it.

Imagine stringy mozzarella cheese surrounding a creamy soft ricotta like inside. Once melted in the quesadilla, there was a slightly saltiness that matched beautifully with the sweet peaches.

Peach Blueberry Burrata Quesadilla

You don't want to put too much cheese (I kinda did!) in the quesadilla. Because it is so soft, it released more water than I would have liked. However, it still turned out so delicious I have made it more than once already!

Peach Blueberry Burrata Quesadilla

When I make a recipe like this, it is normal for people to ask me "Did Grumpy like it?" Well, I can't tell you if he liked this or not. I believe he would have if he had eaten it. However, I ate this for breakfast both times I made it and Grumpy is never up in time for breakfast with me on the weekend unless I make him get out of bed.

Peach Blueberry Burrata Quesadilla

I highly recommend you make this during national peach month. Make it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner or you may even want to make it as an appetizer and serve with a little white wine! 

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Peach Blueberry Burrata Queadilla

Peach Blueberry Burrata Quesadilla

Shelby Law Ruttan
Sweet peaches and blueberries mingle with dreamy burrata cheese in this crispy exterior quesadilla!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 427 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 fresh peaches skin removed and sliced into 8 slices
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 ounces burrata
  • 1 tablespoon basil chiffonade
  • 4 teaspoons balsamic glaze
  • 4 12-inch flour tortillas
  • butter flavored spray I use I Can't Believe it's Not Butter

Instructions
 

  • To make 1 quesadilla, place 1 tortilla in a pre-heated skillet over medium low heat.
  • Top ½ of the tortilla with about 1 ounce burrata. Add 4 peach slices, about ¼ cup blueberries and a little bit of basil chiffonade.
  • Increase heat to medium to crisp up the tortilla. When tortilla is browned and cheese has begun to melt, fold over top half of tortilla to cover.
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Cut into 2 or 4 triangles and drizzle with balsamic glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 427kcalCarbohydrates: 72gProtein: 12gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 849mgPotassium: 264mgFiber: 6gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 340IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 210mgIron: 5mgNet Carbohydrates: 66g
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Chewy Peanut Butter Layer Bars

July 15, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 10 Comments

Chewy Peanut Butter Layer Bars FI.

These Peanut Butter Layer Bars are so delicious. Chewy on the inside with crispy edges, this 7 layer bar is made with peanut butter chips and mini peanut butter cups with sweetened condensed milk as the binder.

Chewy Peanut Butter Bars stacked.
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❤️ Why you'll love it

✔️ These peanut butter bars are similar to seven layer bars, super simple to make with no mixing bowl involved! 

✔️ Chocolate peanut butter fans will love these chewy bars packed with peanut butter flavor!

✔️ It is a delicious treat perfect for special occasions.

Baking dish with dessert bars cut and removed.

🥘 Ingredients

Graham cracker crumbs

Unsalted butter 

Sweetened condensed milk

Peanut butter chips 

Mini reese's peanut butter cups

Sweetened coconut flakes

Walnuts

Baking dish with layers of dessert bar ingredients.

🔪 Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Place the butter in a prepared pan and place it in the oven for 5 minutes, until the butter has melted.
  3. Remove the pan with melted butter from the oven and sprinkle the graham cracker crumbs over top of the melted butter.
  4. Stir the butter and graham cracker crumbs together with a wooden spoon, then press firmly into the pan to form a crust layer.
  5. Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over top of the graham cracker crust.
  6. Sprinkle evenly in layers the peanut butter chips, peanut butter cups, coconut, and walnuts. Press down firmly on the top layer with your hands to pack ingredients in the baking dish. 
  7. Bake 30 minutes, or until lightly browned. Cool completely before cutting into small squares.
Overhead image of unbaked layer bars in baking dish.

🥄 Equipment

9 x 13 baking dish

Wooden spoon

Sharp knife

🥫Storage

Store in an airtight container on in the fridge Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days, on in the fridge up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer up to 3 months.

📖 Variations

  • Substitute chopped roasted peanuts for the walnuts.
  • Skip the graham cracker and butter layer and press out pre made peanut butter cookie dough into the bottom of the pan to make the bottom layer.
  • Instead of mini peanut butter cups, use semi-sweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, or butterscotch chips.
Stacked Chewy Peanut Butter Bars.

💭 Tips

  • Be sure to cool the cookie bars completely before cutting. I recommend refrigerating the bars once cool to make sure they are cold as they will be easier to cut.
  • If desired, parchment paper can be placed in the baking dish then mix the graham crackers and butter in a mixing bowl and transfer to the dish, pressing to firmly pack the crust in the pan.

📚 Related Recipes

The original 7 Layer Cookie Bars.

A delicious Cream Cheese Frosting perfect for your favorite cakes.

Everyone loves this Banana Layer Cake.

These Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies are the best of two classic cookies in one!

🍽 Serve with...

Serve these peanut butter bars with a glass of low-fat milk or a hot cup of coffee.

Removing a Chewy Peanut Butter Layer Bar with a spatula from the baking dish.

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Chewy Peanut Butter Layer Bars

Shelby Law Ruttan
A bar cookie with layers of graham cracker, coconut, sweetened condensed milk, peanut butter chips, mini reese's peanut butter cups, and walnuts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 350 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 10 ounces peanut butter chips (1 package)
  • 2 cups mini peanut butter cups chopped
  • 1½ cups sweetened coconut flakes
  • 1 cup walnuts chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees (325 degrees for glass dish). In a 13 x 9 inch baking pan melt butter in oven.
  • Remove the pan with melted butter from the oven and sprinkle the graham cracker crumbs over top of the melted butter.
  • Stir together then press into the pan to form a crust layer.
  • Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over top of the graham cracker crust.
  • Sprinkle evenly with the peanut butter chips, peanut butter cups, coconut, and walnuts. Press down firmly to pack ingredients. Bake 30 minutes, or until lightly browned. Cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 7gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 179mgPotassium: 193mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 177IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 1mg
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Watermelon Lime Berry Sangria

July 12, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 5 Comments

Watermelon Lime-Berry Sangria

A delicious, slightly sweet, slightly tart Watermelon Berry Wine Sangria is a refreshing and delicious beverage to enjoy in the hot summer months! Made with refreshing watermelon, blackberries and lime, you can have your fruit and drink it too!

This post is sponsored by CK Mondavi and Family, all opinions are my own.

A wine sangria with watermelon, blackberries, and lemon slices in a mason drinking jar.

It's no secret that I love my boozy beverages. However, my main choice of boozy beverages is wine over liquor. I have some favorite local wineries in my area as well as a few from other states. One of them being CK Mondavi!

❤️ Why you'll love it

✔️ Sangria is perfect for brunches, bridal showers, or fun summer get togethers.

✔️ The wine infuses into the and it's a very eye appealing beverage to serve guests.

✔️ It is a great way to use your favorite sweeter white wines.

Three bottles of CK Mondavi wine.

🥘 Ingredients

White wine, choose a sweeter wine, a white wine blend, or moscato.

Peach flavored vodka, or any flavored vodka you think may work well with the lime, watermelon, and blackberries.

Fruit for the wine sangria: Watermelon, blackberries, and limes.

Agave nectar or honey to add sweetness (if needed)

Mint leaves, this adds a refreshing factor to the beverage.

Ingredients for wine sangria.

🔪 Instructions

  1. Dice the watermelon and cut the lime into thin slices. Place in a glass serving pitcher along with torn mint leaves.
  2. Pour wine, lime juice, vodka and agave into the pitcher and stir to combine.
  3. Serve in wine glasses over ice if desired.

🥄 Equipment

Glass pitcher

Long handled spoon

Cutting board

Chef knife

Watermelon Lime-Berry Sangria

🥫Storage

I don't recommend storing prepared sangria longer than 2 days in the frige due to the fragility of the fruit in the drink.

📖 Variations

  • Use any flavored vodka you like, there are plenty out there. Some options are cherry, watermelon and basil, pineapple, whipped, and more.
  • Use a combination of your favorite summer fruits. Peach slices, strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries.

💭 Tips

  • Start with 2 tablespoons of agave and add more as needed according to your sweetness preference.
  • Pick fruit that is firm and ripe and will hold up to being saturated in the wine sangria.
Watermelon Lime-Berry Sangria

📚 Related Recipes

Another cold and refreshing drink, Watermelon Mojitos can be made in big batches ahead of time making it a party perfect drink.

Peach Sangria is a sparkling summertime sweet wine sangria that is perfect for special occasions.

🍽 Serve with...

Serve this Watermelon Lime Berry Sangria with some of your favorite party appetizers. Try Duck Appetizer Chaffle, BLT Bites, or Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts.

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Watermelon Lime Berry Sangria

Shelby Law Ruttan
Watermelon Lime Berry Sangria is a delicious blend of wine, peach vodka and fruit for a refreshing summertime drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Beverages
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 95 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 750ml white wine blend
  • 2 limes , juiced
  • ½ cup peach vodka
  • 2 cups cubed watermelon
  • 1 cup blackberries
  • 1 lime , thinly sliced into rounds
  • 4 tablespoons agave nectar (optional)
  • 6 mint leaves

Instructions
 

  • Dice the watermelon and cut the lime into thin slices. Place in a glass serving pitcher along with torn mint leaves.
  • Pour wine, lime juice, vodka and agave (if using) into the pitcher and stir to combine.
  • Serve in wine glasses over ice, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 102mgFiber: 2gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 299IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword Watermelon Lime Berry Sangria, white wine sangria
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Sweet Chili Tofu Salad

July 1, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 1 Comment

Seared Sweet Chili Tofu Salad

Sweet Chili Tofu Salad made with Crispy tofu with a sweet chili sauce tossed with steamed baby bok choy and broccoli florets. Flavor and texture come together together for a delicious and easy to make meatless meal for any night of the week!

Seared Sweet Chili Tofu Salad

I love finding recipes that use crispy tofu. Grumpy will only eat tofu if I make it crispy. Any other way and he refuses to let his lips come near it! This recipe is also really easy to put together despite the fact the recipe itself looks long. It's not hard, I promise.

Sweet Chili Tofu Salad

Tofu is so easy to work with. It is terribly bland on its own though and needs help in the flavor department! To prep the tofu for this recipe, you do need to press it to draw out as much water as possible.

Sweet Chili Tofu Salad

You can do this by slicing the tofu in half lengthwise then placing it between paper towels. I then set a heavy plate on top to help press the water out of the tofu.

Sweet Chili Tofu Salad

Thai Sweet Chili Sauce, Rice Vinegar, Soy Sauce, Garlic & Ginger is what makes the delicious sauce that you will put on your finished product! If you haven't figured it out by now, I really love my sweet heat!

Sweet Chili Tofu Salad

Once you have the onions and tofu cooked in your skillet, you will pour that delicious sauce on top and simmer it a little bit until it has reduced some.

Sweet Chili Tofu Salad

While the tofu is simmering, you will want to steam your bok choy and broccoli. I steam mine in my microwave steamer, it is just much easier to me than the stove top, however I'm sure that's all just in my head!

Sweet Chili Tofu Salad

Before steaming you will want to slice the baby bok choy into quarters and the broccoli should be cut into small flowerets.

Sweet Chili Tofu Salad

Once steamed, you will divide the veggies up between 4 serving plates and then top with the tofu mixture.

Seared Sweet Chili Tofu Salad-2

A perfect meatless meal with protein, veggies and low carb! What is your favorite way to cook tofu?

 

Sweet Chili Tofu Salad
Author: Grumpy's Honeybunch
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 (14-oz.) pkg. extra-firm tofu, drained
  • ⅓ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoons grated peeled ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves, grated
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 2 ½ tablespoons dark sesame oil, divided
  • 2 heads baby bok choy, quartered lengthwise
  • 1 cup vertically sliced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
  1. Cut tofu in half horizontally; place halves on a paper towel-lined plate. Top with more paper towels and a plate; let stand 15 minutes. Cut tofu into ¾-inch cubes.
  2. Steam broccoli and bok choy about 5-7 minutes, until crisp tender. You can use a microwave steamer with a little water or do this on the stove-top using a steamer basket.
  3. Combine flour and cornstarch in a bowl. Dredge tofu in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Heat a large non-stick skillet to medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and cook tofu, turning until all sides are browned. Remove cooked tofu from pan. Add remaining 1 ½ teaspoons oil and onion to pan; cook 4 minutes. Return tofu to pan and cook another minute. Stir together
  4. Combine chili sauce, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic in a bowl. Pour over top of tofu onion mixture and cook 2-3 minutes over medium heat.
  5. Serve tofu mixture over broccoli and bok choy.
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Pineapple Pie - A Summertime Favorite Recipe

June 28, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 12 Comments

One slice of pineapple pie on a neon green plate.

This semi-homemade Pineapple Pie is made with thickened canned pineapple and coconut flakes. The tropical flavors in this dessert makes it a perfect pie to serve at the end of your summertime meal.

I think of this old fashioned Pineapple Pie as a depression era recipe. Something that was taken from an inexpensive can of fruit, thickened, and added to a pastry crust to make a dessert. This is still a very budget friendly recipe that can be made very easily using pre-made pie crust and thickened pineapple from a can!

A slice of Pineapple Pie on a green plate sitting on a picnic table with a blue and white towel.

Remembering Nanny's Desserts

The only place I ever remember eating Pineapple Pie was at Nanny's house. Fresh and delicious with that little tropical taste, this pie is absolutely delicious and brings back so many memories of my days with Nanny.

Nanny was also famous for her cookies, that is certain. And, my favorite cookie of all time that she would make was a Raisin Filled Cookie. However, she also was an excellent pie maker! My favorite pie that she would make was a Pineapple Pie. I love the flavor of pineapple and something about it - whether it is a fresh pineapple or canned pineapple, has that "tropical" feel. That makes this the perfect summertime pie!

A slice of pineapple pie on a neon green plate with the whole pie dish in the background

FAQ's about Pineapple Pie

Why didn't you use a homemade pie crust for this recipe?

So many people ask me why I don't make a homemade pie crust. The plain and simple answer is, I hate making pie crust. It will sometimes turn out great, but often times, I have bad luck with it. And, its my honest opinion that you can buy a premade pie crust that tastes just as delicious and at the same time, save a ton of time! I leave the homemade pie crust making to my Mom!

Can you substitute fresh pineapple in place of canned?

You can substitute fresh pineapple, however, you need to know what you are doing. Fresh pineapple will need to be cooked down and thickened. It will likely take longer and you would have to decide on the sweetness factor also. I suggest just sticking to the recipe in this post unless you are an experienced cook.

I don't have crushed canned pineapple, can I substitute pineapple pieces or rings?

Yes, you can just chop the pineapple into smaller pieces and put the whole can (including juice) in a food processor. This will shred the pineapple down and make it more like crushed pineapple.

Picnic Table with Pineapple Pie, bouquet of flowers and green backyard scene

How to make assemble your Pineapple Pie

Pineapple Pie is a delicious light and fresh tasting dessert. It is a perfect ending to a summertime meal.

Roll out the base pastry layer and place in pie plate.

pie crust ready to roll and smooth out before placing in pie pan

Shape the bottom pie crust layer into your pie dish.

bottom pie crust shaped in pie pan with pineapple pie filling in a bowl beside it

Place cooled, thickened pineapple filling in bottom layer

thickened pie filling in bottom of uncooked pie crust

Cover pie with top crust and crimp and seal the edges together. If you cut any decorations out of the top crust, you can decorate as desired. Place tin foil around edges of unbaked pie crust to prevent burning while baking.

fully assembled and ready to bake int he oven with tin foil around edges of crust to prevent burning

The first slice is always the most difficult to take out of the pan and will likely not be fully intact. That is ok, just as long as you made sure the pie is fully cooled. You can carefully remove the remaining pieces with less disaster :).

Fully baked Pineapple Pie with two slices cut out, overhead view
A slice of Pineapple Pie on a Neon Green Plate with yellow, blue, and white napkin

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I love to use my ceramic pie plate for this pineapple pie. It is very heavy duty and bakes the crust evenly. I highly recommend the Pampered Chef products. The link below is for a plate similar to the one I use!

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Tips for a visually perfect Pie Crust

  • Decorate your pineapple pie with some cutouts! I made this a little "patriotic" by cutting out star shaped pieces of crust from the top layer, I then decorated by placing the cut out portion on top of the crust before baking. (See visual)
  • Need to keep your pie crust edges from burning? You can easily do so by taking strips of aluminum foil and wrapping them around the edge of the crust. I leave them there the entire time my pie is baking to be sure they don't burn!
  • Let your pie cool completely before attempting to cut it. This will help it to hold together better as it will have had time to sit and firm up. Even better, put it in the refrigerator once it has cooled and store it overnight before serving!

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A slice of pineapple pie on a neon green plate with the whole pie dish in the background

Pineapple Pie

Shelby Law Ruttan
A delicious fruity pie with a flaky pie crust. This tropical inspired pie is an old family favorite!
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 363 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 crust pie crust crust recipe here
  • 1 can crushed pineapple
  • ½ cup flaked coconut
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions
 

  • Line a 9 inch pie plate with bottom pastry. Sprinkle coconut over bottom of pastry shell.
  • In a large heavy bottom saucepan, stir together crushed pineapple, sugar, flour, lemon juice, and butter. Cook until mixture begins to thicken. Cool to room temperature. Pour into bottom pastry.
  • Pre heat oven to 400. Roll out top pastry and cut slits (or stars) into the pie crust. Lie over top of bottom pastry and trim and flute edges. Cover crust of dough with aluminum foil or pie guard.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil/guard and continue to bake another 10 minutes, until crust is browned. Cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 363kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 207mgFiber: 2gSugar: 33g
Keyword baking, Pie, Pineapple, Pineapple Pie
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Waffle Egg Sandwiches - low carb recipe

June 26, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 28 Comments

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Waffle Egg Sandwiches are cheesy waffles aka chaffles, with bacon, creamy avocado, and a runny egg with a spicy mayo drizzle. This egg sandwich is a creamy, crispy, low carb comfort in your mouth making a delicious brunch or dinner! 

Upclose image of an asiago waffle topped with avocado, bacon, egg, and a spicy mayo drizzle.

These Waffle Egg Chaffle Sandwiches are a great morning meal! They are satisfying, keto-friendly sandwiches that the whole family will enjoy. Not only are they easy to make, but they take very little time in the kitchen and can be great for a special breakfast for dinner meal also

I have been thinking about making a waffle egg sandwich with chaffles for some time so when I found out that Sunday Supper Tastemakers were going to be making all things waffle, I decided to give this particular sandwich a try!

Grab your waffle iron and let's make some egg sandwiches!

Cheese and egg waffles being cooked in a waffle iron.

I used to not make waffles that often because I felt it was a lot of work. Now, with my mini waffle iron (affiliate link) and cheese waffle (chaffle) recipes, I am happy to pull it out any time! Just a couple of ingredients and an amazing waffle egg sandwiches are the results of just a few minutes work.

Variations to Asiago Waffle Egg Sandwiches

  • Make open-faced waffle egg sandwiches and drizzle the top with some melted cheese
  • Top the egg with homemade salsa instead of sriracha mayonnaise
  • Swap out the bacon for sausage
  • Mix a little sugar-free maple syrup into your sriracha mayonnaise to give it a sweet heat kick.
  • Serve with scrambled or poached eggs instead of fried.
Partially assembled open face chaffle sandwiche.

How to make Asiago Cheese Crisps

To make these, I fried a tablespoon of the cheese in a hot skillet until crispy and browned!  I felt that the runny egg yolk and avocado on the sandwich would give it the creaminess that the sandwich would need. You can go with a soft melty cheese if you prefer, but the flavor of the asiago can't be beaten!

Asiago cheese crisps on a green plate.

More awesome low carb waffle recipes!

Waffle sandwiches are not only fun but oh so delicious! Try this Cajun Shrimp and Avocado Chaffle Sandwich for a hearty and delicious low carb waffle (aka chaffle) sandwich!

This Bacon Cheeseburger Waffle (Low Carb) is crazy delicious. It's like a burst of all kinds of deliciousness in your mouth!

Cauliflower isn't just to make mash with, you can also make waffles! These Benedict Cauliflower Waffles are the bomb!

Breakfast Bruschetta in foreground made with a toasted english muffin topped with a tomato spinach base then layered with scrambled eggs, bacon, and cheese
Breakfast Bruschetta

Make this recipe for Breakfast Bruschetta and substitute the chaffle waffle for the English muffin.

Try this Grilled Asparagus, Taleggio, and Fried Egg Panini and make it keto low carb waffle egg sandwiches buy using the chaffle instead of bread.

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Asiago Waffle Egg Sandwiches

Shelby Law Ruttan
Asiago Waffle Egg Sandwiches are cheesy waffles that sandwich creamy avocado and a runny egg. Give it a little sriracha drizzle and top it off with an asiago cheese crisp.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 494 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups asiago cheese
  • 8 large eggs divided
  • ½ teaspoon Aleppo pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 slices pre-cooked bacon
  • ½ avocado cut into slices
  • 4 tablespoons asiago cheese for cheese crisps

Instructions
 

  • In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the egg, Aleppo pepper and 3 cups of asiago cheese together.
  • Cook in hot waffle iron according to manufacturers' instructions. Cut waffles into sandwich-sized portions.
  • Make cheese crisps adding 1 tablespoon of cheese to the hot skillet, frying until browned and crisp. Remove and set aside until ready to assemble the sandwich.
  • In a hot skillet, Cook 4 eggs according to preference. Assemble sandwich by layering cheese crisp, avocado, bacon, and egg. Drizzle with a sriracha mayo if desired and top with another waffle. Serve hot.

Notes

Make a sriracha mayo by combining sriracha sauce and mayonnaise to taste. Add lime juice if desired, to thin out some and make a drizzle sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 494kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 428mgSodium: 1372mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
Keyword Asiago, Cheese Crisp, Egg Sandwich, keto breakfast, low carb breakfast, Waffle Sandwich, Waffles
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Strawberry Vodka Mojito

June 23, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 6 Comments

Strawberry Vodka Mojito

Local New York Strawberries, the first of the season, come together with a mint simple syrup, vodka, and club soda to make this delicious and summery drink - the Strawberry Vodka Mojito!

Strawberry Vodka Mojito

When I was setting up to make this drink and to take my photos, I pulled out my trusty old fashioned glass to use. I walked away from my set and when I came back I see the NY Yankees glass in its place! Grumpy had decided that my drink needed to be served up in his glass. I couldn't not use his glass after that but I did drink the drink you see, not Grumpy!

Strawberry Vodka Mojito

On our way home from shopping recently, Grumpy and I stopped at a local strawberry stand. The first of New York Strawberries were out and I wanted to get some for us to have over the weekend. There is something about getting your fresh produce locally grown. It makes everything tastes better!

Strawberry Vodka Mojito

The first time I made this beverage I used fresh raspberries (pictured below) and used sugar to muddle the mint in the glass. I would use raspberries again but I didn't like the pieces of muddled mint floating around in my drink nor the fact I had sugar settled at the bottom of my glass. This time I made a mint simple syrup similar to the basil simple syrup I made for the Blueberry Basil Cosmopolitan.

Strawberry Vodka Mojito

Simple syrup is definitely the way to go. That way when you make your drink, you can just float a piece of mint on top for looks if you must, but it's not needed. The fruit is definitely a treat when you get to the end of your treat and strawberries or raspberries are perfect for this drink.

Strawberry Vodka Mojito

When making your drinks be sure to use the right amount of liquid ratio for each ingredient. I have the OXO Nesting Measuring Beakers that I use those to measure most of my liquid and I use a measured liquor dispenser for my liquor that measures both 1 and 1-½ ounces.  Love both of those products immensely!

Strawberry Vodka Mojito

Once you've measured your liquids into the glass, added your ice and gave it a stir, you will top it off with some club soda, serve garnished with a strawberry, lime slice and mint (if desired).

This beverage was not too sweet (just right) and has that fresh lime flavor that I absolutely love. You can adjust the sweetness of your beverage by adding more simple syrup if desired. There is no real fruit flavor in this from the strawberry (or raspberry) but they do add a pretty tint to the beverage and are an absolute treat to have at the end of your drink. Mix, stir, enjoy!

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Strawberry Vodka Mojito
Author: Grumpy's Honeybunch
Prep time: 5 mins
Total time: 5 mins
Serves: 1 beverage
Ingredients
  • 1-½ ounces vodka
  • 1 ounce fresh squeezed lime juice
  • 3 ounces mint simple syrup (use a little more if you like sweeter)
  • club soda
  • strawberry slices
  • lime slices for garnish
  • mint for garnish
  • To make Mint Simple Syrup:
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup packed mint leaves
Instructions
  1. Make your simple syrup, combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in mint leaves. Cover and let steep for 15 minutes. Strain through a sieve into a smaller bowl and discard leaves. Let cool. If making for later use, store in refrigerator.
  2. To make beverage: To your glass, add vodka, lime juice and simple syrup. Add ice and stir. Add strawberry slices then top off with club soda.
  3. Makes 1 beverage.
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Grilled Vegetable Pizza

June 16, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 9 Comments

Grilled Vegetable Pizza, covered with vegetables that have been grilled, with a slight char, and full of flavor. The cheese is Camembert and it compliments the vegetables on this pizza perfectly!

Grilled Vegetable Pizza
Grilled Vegetable Pizza
Grilled Vegetable Pizza
Grilled Vegetable Pizza

I love eating meals like this Grilled Vegetable Pizza! Grumpy was working out of town a little while back and when he works out of town, that is when I like to experiment and make recipes that I know he would probably give me resistance on. I have to admit, one of the hardest things about being a food blogger is loving to experiment and your partner giving you rife about it. (until he does eat it and realizes it is good!!
Grumpy would probably like the grilled vegetable part of this pizza (minus the tomatoes) but I highly doubt he would have approved of the Camembert cheese! Hey, this is the man who wanted me to put American Cheese Slices on his Grilled Asparagus, Taleggio, and Fried Egg Panini! My reasoning for choosing Camembert was because it was slightly mild and soft, and it would not overpower the grilled vegetable flavor I wanted on this pizza. If I were to make this for Grumpy, I'd have to use a cheese like colby jack which I think would go well with the veggies also. So if you don't like Camembert, you could probably go with colby jack cheese.In my opinion, this turned out absolutely delicious! It was a big pizza for just one person but I enjoyed this for dinner, breakfast (yes, breakfast!), and it produced a few lunches for me also! I love how the Camembert was creamy enough to just spread over the pizza, resulting in no need for a sauce of any kind. It also melted perfectly as you can see in the photo above!

The only part of this recipe that was not grilled were the sweet hot cherry peppers. They were added to give the recipe a little bit of that sweet heat that I love so much! This pizza can pretty much be whatever you want it to be using the veggies you love cooked on the grill the most! What veggies would you use on this pizza?

Grilled Vegetable Pizza
 
Author: Grumpy's Honeybunch
Prep time: 20 mins
Cook time: 10 mins
Total time: 30 mins
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pre-baked pizza crust (I used store bought)
  • Assorted grilled veggies - I used:
  • Corn
  • Zucchini
  • Heirloom Tomatoes
  • Mushrooms
  • 6 ounces Camembert Cheese at room temperature
Instructions
  1. Prep veggies by cooking on the grill over a medium heat. I brush my veggies with a little olive oil and then season with some grinder garlic salt. The corn will take the longest to grill, about 7 minutes.
  2. Spread Camembert Cheese over top of pre-baked pizza crust. Layer veggies on top of crust and place on grill over low heat. Grill about 7-10 minutes, until the cheese has melted and crust is hot.
  3. Serve immediately.
 
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Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries

June 14, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 8 Comments

Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries

Avocado slices that are breaded with a chipotle flavored breading then baked until crisp. These delicious Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries are so addicting that you cannot stop at eating just one! I ate everyone of these fries all by myself!

Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries

I ate deep fried avocado fries for the first time at a restaurant/bar in Albany about 9 months ago. I've never forgotten how delicious those fries were and have craved them ever since. A few weeks ago I decided to go ahead and try making some of my own. Because I don't care to deep fry food too often, I decided to go ahead and bake my version.

Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries

I made an egg wash and mixed some panko as well as whole wheat bread crumbs with some salt, pepper, and chipotle powder. Since I was baking these avocados, I used avocados that were still slightly firm.

Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries

I placed them on a well sprayed cookie sheet, then sprayed the tops of them with the cooking spray.

Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries

While the Chipotle Avocado Fries were in the oven, I made my dipping sauce with Greek yogurt, Sriracha, honey, lime and cilantro with a little bit of salt.

I was really hoping that I was going to be able to convince Grumpy to eat some of these. After all, they were "fries". However, there were also "avocado fries" and that wasn't going to get past him! I tried to convince him that since he loved the Steak with Grilled Corn Avocado Salad, that he would love these Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries but no go. He would not try them!

Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries

These Avocado Fries were the only thing I ate the afternoon I made these. The sacrifices we sometimes make as food bloggers! Needless to say, I was very satisfied and not hungry the rest of the day!

Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries

The first time I made these, I coated them with a mixture of breadcrumbs and panko. I decided to try and reduce the carbs like I did with  Cashew Breaded Baked Zucchini Chips and tried using the cashew meal for the coating on another batch. After making them both ways, I feel the best way flavor and texture wise was the breadcrumbs and panko. The coating was crispier with the breadcrumbs and while the cashew meal had good flavor, it didn't add as much to the fries as the breadcrumbs did.

I'm looking for other dipping sauces that may go well with avocado fries. While the one I made was delicious, I'm all for more than one kind of sauce to dip in! What other types of sauces would you use to dip your fries in?

 

Baked Chipotle Avocado Fries
Author: Grumpy's Honeybunch
Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 20 mins
Total time: 30 mins
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
  • 2 large avocados, sliced
  • salt, pepper and chipotle chili powder to taste
  • ¾ cup panko
  • ¾ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • Dipping Sauce:
  • ¼ cup non-fat Greek yogurt
  • sriracha sauce to taste
  • ½ teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro
Instructions
  1. Mix the salt, pepper and chili powder, panko, and breadcrumbs together. Dip them in egg and then Dredge them in breadcrumb mixture.
  2. Place the avocado slices in a single layer on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Spray the tops of the avocado slices and bake in a preheated 425 oven until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Stir together sauce ingredients and serve alongside fries.
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Pineapple Upside Down Cake

June 12, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 42 Comments

A Classic Pineapple Upside Down Cake recipe with a tender vanilla cake and sweet pineapple flavor with a warm caramelized pineapple topping.

A slice of the best Pineapple Upside Down Cake on a plate.

This delicious cake is the best pineapple upside down cake and is the perfect cake to serve any time of year for after dinner dessert or special occasions.

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❤️ Why you'll love it

✔️ It is an easy cake recipe made with simple ingredients from the pantry.

✔️ This classic cake has a beautiful presentation with delicious tropical flavors.

✔️ It makes an easy dessert for any night of the week ready to eat in under an hour (while it is still warm!).

Ingredients for cake.
It takes just a few simple ingredients to make this delicious from scratch cake recipe.

🥘 Ingredients

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Unsalted butter

Light brown sugar

Canned pineapple rings

Maraschino cherries, cut in half

All purpose flour

White sugar

Baking powder

Salt

Whole milk

Large eggs

Vanilla extract

🔪 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Pour melted butter in bottom of 9-inch round cake pan. Sprinkle brown sugar over top of butter then drizzle with 1 tablespoon water. Stir to combine, and using a rubber scraper, spread over entire bottom of pan.
  3. Place pineapple rings in pan over top of brown sugar mixture. Place ½ maraschino cherry, cut side up, in center of each pineapple ring.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.
  5. In a medium bowl, using a hand mixer, whip the butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and water to the butter mixture, blending until creamy and smooth.
  6. Using a hand mixer, mix on low speed, add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Mix another minute on high speed, until batter is smooth.
  7. Spread cake batter over the pineapple slices in prepared baking pan. Bake 30-35 minutes or until wooden toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Let cake cool on wire rack for 5 minutes. Loosen cake from pan and invert onto serving plate. Serve warm.
Pouring melted butter over top of brown sugar in cake pan.
The magic of the upside down cake is the delicious brown sugar and butter sauce with pineapple rings and cherries.

🥄 Equipment

Large mixing bowl

Electric hand mixer, thoroughly blend the cake ingredients. It also adds air to the batter when mixing, giving it more volume.

Rubber scraper, to scrape down the sides of the mixing bowl

9-inch round cake pan (or a cast iron skillet can be used in its place)

Small saucepan, to melt the butter

Cooling rack

Spreading cake batter over top of pineapple rings.
The batter is evenly spread over top of the pineapple rings with maraschino cherry centers.

🥫Storage

Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge up to 5 days. Storing this

📖 Variations

  • Use canned pineapple juice in place of water
  • Instead of pineapple rings, use drained crushed pineapple and spread evenly over top of the brown sugar mixture, then top with cherry halves as desired.

💭 Tips

  • For best results, do not allow the cake to cool longer than 15 minutes. It needs to be warm when flipped over onto the plate to allow the brown sugar pineapple topping to release easily from the bottom of the dish.
Baked cake in cake pan
The cake needs to cool at least 15 minutes, then should immediately be inverted onto a plate. Don't let it cool completely.

🙋 FAQ's

What is an upside down cake?

It is a cake baked in a single pan with the toppings on the bottom of the cake pan. When removed from the oven, you flip the cake over onto a serving platter, where the toppings on the bottom become the top of the cake!

How do you prevent a pineapple upside down cake from sticking?

Make sure sides of the pan are greased well. There should be plenty of butter in the bottom of the pan from the butter added for the brown sugar topping part of the recipe. Before flipping the cake upside down, run a butter knife along the edge of the pan to make sure no cake parts have stuck to the side.

How long should you wait before flipping your upside down cake?

The cake should be cooled for at least 15 minutes before flipping. That way it is not too hot but is still warm enough to be sure all the topping will not stick to the bottom of the pan.

Can I substitute a yellow cake mix for the cake portion of this recipe?

Yes, you can do so, but you will only need to use ½ of the cake batter. Either plan to double the recipe for the topping or just bake the remaining batter in on it's own.

Whole cake on a glass cake stand.

📚 Related Recipes

Pineapple Pie is a childhood favorite that was in my Nanny's kitchen often!

These Pineapple Cookies are a delicious soft treat with a light orange glaze.

Best Carrot Cake is perfect for family gatherings and birthdays.

Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake is delicious with a chocolate buttercream frosting.

🍽 Serve with...

The best way to serve this classic dessert is with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.


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Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Shelby Law Ruttan
Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a classic cake recipe with a buttery brown sugar pineapple topping and is the best cake recipe to serve any night of the week or for special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 320 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 8 pineapple rings
  • 4 maraschino cherries halved
  • 1½ cups all purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter very soft
  • 1 large egg

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Pour melted butter in bottom of 9-inch round cake pan. Sprinkle brown sugar over top of butter then drizzle with 1 tablespoon water. Stir to combine, and using a rubber scraper, spread over entire bottom of pan.
  • Place pineapple rings in pan over top of brown sugar mixture. Place ½ maraschino cherry, cut side up, in center of each pineapple ring.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, using a hand mixer, whip the butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and water to the butter mixture, blending until creamy and smooth.
  • Using a hand mixer, mix on low speed, add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Mix another minute on high speed, until batter is smooth.
  • Spread cake batter over the pineapple slices in prepared baking pan. Bake 30-35 minutes or until wooden toothpick inserted near center comes out clean.
  • Let cake cool on wire rack for 5 minutes. Loosen cake from pan and invert onto serving plate. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 273mgPotassium: 151mgFiber: 1gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 361IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 112mgIron: 2mgNet Carbohydrates: 53g
Keyword Best Pineapple Upside Down Cake, Classic Pineapple Upside Down Cake, Pineapple Upside Down Cake
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Macerated Berries with Mascarpone Cream

June 5, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 7 Comments

Macerated berries in a mini martini glass.

Macerated Berries are one of my favorite summer dinner party desserts. Fresh berries soak in Grand Mariner and lemon juice, then get spooned over a lightly sweetened mascarpone cream for a simple but elegant finish.

Macerated Berries with mascarpone cream served in a mini martini glass for an elegant summer dinner party dessert.

This is my go-to dessert for when I want something stunning without touching the oven. It delivers all the ease of my favorite fresh strawberry pie, but skips the crust entirely - leaving you with pure, effortless summer flavor.

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Why You'll Love These Macerated Berries

Simple prep: just a quick toss and stir, then time does the rest while the berries soak up flavor.

Elegant look: served in individual glasses, this summer berry dessert feels special without extra work.

Bright flavor: the lemon and Grand Mariner bring a citrus lift that balances the creamy mascarpone beautifully.

Key Ingredients for Summer Berry Dessert

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

Sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries in a glass measuring cup next to a bottle of Grand Marnier liqueur and a silver measuring spoon.
  • Mixed berries: raspberries, blueberries, and sliced strawberries give color, texture, and natural sweetness.
  • Grand Mariner: adds a bold orange liqueur note that makes these macerated berries feel grown-up and dinner-party ready.
  • Lemon juice: sharpens the fruit and keeps the flavors fresh and bright.
  • Mascarpone cheese: rich, smooth, and slightly sweet, it creates a creamy base for the juicy berries.
  • Confectioners sugar: sweetens the mascarpone without making it grainy.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Swap Grand Mariner with fresh orange juice and a little orange zest for an alcohol-free version.
  • Use powdered monkfruit or stevia in place of sugar and confections sugar for a lower carb option.
  • Replace the mascarpone with full-fat cream cheese for a slightly tangier base.
A glass bowl containing whipped mascarpone cream with a pampered chef spatula, sitting next to a whole lemon and a bottle of Grand Mariner on a white wooden surface.

Variations on Macerated Berries with Citrus

Chocolate layer: add a thin layer of shaved dark chocolate between the mascarpone and berries.

Lemon cream: fold a little lemon zest into the mascarpone mixture for extra brightness.

Berry Blend: use blackberries or sliced cherries in place of one of the berries for a deeper flavor profile.

Tips for Perfect Mascarpone Cream

  • Gentle mixing: blend just until smooth. Over mixing can loosen the mascarpone too much.
  • Full soak time: let the berries macerate for up to 2 hours, tossing occasionally so they absorb the citrus liqueur evenly.
  • Chilled serving: keep the mascarpone cream refrigerated until ready to plate so it holds its shape under the berries.
Close up of macerated berries in a white bowl showing the natural juices released after soaking in Grand Mariner and lemon juice.

How to Store

Store macerated berries and mascarpone cream separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. This dessert is best served chilled. Stir the berries gently before assembling if liquid has settled.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these Macerated Berries after a grilled summer meal like my Shoyu Chicken or Grilled Pork Tenderloin or alongside Seafood Pasta with Pino Grigio for an Italian-American inspired evening. They would pair beautifully with a crisp white wine and fresh baked dinner rolls to round out the table.

Macerated Berries with Mascarpone Cream in a small clear martini glass.

More Summer Dinner Desserts You'll Love

If you enjoy light summer desserts, you might love my Strawberry Margarita Cheesecake Shooters or these elegant Blackberry Cupcakes with Blackberry Buttercream. This no bake Pina Colada Pie and Glorified Rice are two classic favorites that make the perfect summer dessert when you want something a little richer!

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Macerated berries in a mini martini glass.

Macerated Berries with Mascarpone Cream

Shelby Law Ruttan
These Macerated Berries are soaked in citrus liqueur and spooned over a smooth mascarpone cream for a fresh, elegant dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 2 minutes mins
Total Time 2 minutes mins
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Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 8

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • rubber spatula
  • hand mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Clear dessert glasses

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 2 cups blueberries
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries
  • 4 tablespoons Grand Marnier
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
  • ¼ cup confectioner's sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Place berries in a bowl and add Grand Marnier, lemon juice, and sugar. Toss berries in liquid and set aside to soak for up to two hours. Toss berries every once in awhile during the two hour timeframe.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, confectioners sugar, and Grand Marnier. Blend until combined. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • When ready to serve, scoop ¼ cup of the mascarpone cream into tasting dish. Top with 2 tablespoons berries and 1 tablespoon liquid. Serve immediately.

Notes

 
 
Keyword berries with mascarpone, dinner party fruit dessert, Grand Mariner berries, Italian-American dessert, Macerated Berries, no bake berry dessert, summer berry dessert
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Cookie Butter Caramel Swirled Brownies

May 29, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 36 Comments

Featured Image Cookie Butter Caramel Swirl Brownies.

Cookie Butter Caramel Swirled Brownies are fudgy squares of chewy chocolate swirled with a cookie butter caramel adding another texture of chewy! Delicious and addicting, you will not regret making these!

Cookie Butter Caramel Swirled Brownies

Potluck brings back memories of family reunions, church picnics, and get togethers at the beach when I was a young girl. Now that the kids are grown and moved away and we aren't as close to our families anymore, I really miss those days. Potluck means your taking a chance that a dish that someone is bringing to your gathering will be good. More often than not, you leave a potluck dinner with a new recipe in hand that you have to make yourself because it was so delicious! This week the Sunday Supper Tastemakers are sharing Summer's Best Potluck Dishes with you. I guarantee you're bound to see several you must make!

Thanks to T.R. of Gluten Free Crumbley for hosting this week's event!

Cookie Butter Caramel Swirled Brownies

When I think of potluck I usually think casseroles or big salads. Those are easy to carry and share and you can make a LOT of food! I also think dessert like cookies, bars, or cupcakes. Dessert that is easy to eat with your fingers, no utensils needed! My favorite of all desserts to take to a potluck is the fudgey brownie.

Cookie Butter Caramel Swirled Brownies

I have a basic brownie recipe that I always use when making brownies. It's the best one I have ever encountered and just as easy as opening a box. I also like to doctor my brownies up and this time I decided to do it with a cookie butter caramel!

Cookie Butter Caramel Swirled Brownies

I'm so in love with cookie butter! I was talking to T.R. about the brownies this week and he said he had never had it. I snapped a shot of the ingredient list so he could see and his response was, it's basically flour and sugar! lol Oh well, it's still ah-mazing! If you haven't tried it, then you really should find some and dig in with a spoon. Seriously!

Cookie Butter Caramel Swirled Brownies

The cookie butter caramel was homemade by making a caramel sauce then stirring in some cookie butter. If you don't want to take the time to make your own caramel, you can easily just take about ½ cup caramel topping that has been heated up and stir in the cookie butter until smooth. Easy peasy!

Cookie Butter Caramel Swirled Brownies

Just one of these brownies will have you craving more. While they are sweet, they are hard to stop eating. You will definitely be the star at your potluck if you take these brownies!

Cookie Butter Caramel Swirled Brownies

More Brownie Recipes To Try

Baileys Brownies Recipe

Fudgy and Delicious Black Forest Brownies

Mexican Brownies

Loaded Peanut Butter Brownies

Peppermint Surprise Brownie Bites

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Cookie Butter Caramel Swirl Brownies

Shelby Law Ruttan
Delicious fudge brownies with a homemade cookie butter caramel swirl make the perfect dessert or tea time snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 36
Calories 181 kcal

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Ingredients
  

FOR THE COOKIE BUTTER CARAMEL

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup water
  • ½ cup cookie butter
  • 1 tablespoon corn syrup
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract

FOR THE BROWNIES

  • 1 cup butter , melted
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1½ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

FOR THE COOKIE BUTTER CARAMEL

  • Add the cream to a small saucepan over low heat, bringing it to a simmer.
  • Combine the sugar and water in another small saucepan over medium heat and cook without stirring, until amber brown.
  • Slowly pour the warm cream into the sugar mixture whisking constantly until smooth. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Remove the saramel from the heat and whisk in the cookie butter, corn syrup, salt, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Transfer the caramel to a small bowl and let cool for 30 minutes, until at room temperature.

FOR THE BROWNIES

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a 9 x 13 glass baking dish by lining with aluminum foil. Spray the foil with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Add the melted butter to a medium sized bowl. Stir in the sugar until combined.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing after each addition until well blended. Stir in the vanilla extract and set aside.
  • In a separate large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
  • Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish. Spread the batter with the back of a spoon to smooth.
  • Using a tablespoon, drop 9 spoons of cookie butter caramel on top of the brownie batter.
  • Drag a butter knife through the batter and caramel to swirl.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until brownies are no longer wet on top. Cool completely before cutting.

Notes

If you do not want to make your own caramel, substitute ½ homemade caramel sauce and heat it up until hot. Stir in cookie butter until smooth. Proceed with recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 128mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 236IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Cookie Butter Caramel Brownies
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Grilled Avocado with Cilantro-Lime Cream

May 22, 2016 by Shelby Law Ruttan 34 Comments

Grilled Avocado slices on a plate topped with cilantro lime cream with lime wedges for garnish.

Grilled Avocado are sprinkled with salt, pepper, and sweetener combination, grilled on a hot grill to get a slight char, then served with a tangy cilantro-lime cream sauce. Creamy and delicious, this Grilled Avocado recipe is a great appetizer for any summertime gathering.

Avocados are the perfect food for the low carb keto dieters! This recipe for grilled avocados are a little different, a lot of special and a whole lot of delicious! Make it as a light evening dinner spread on a Keto Flour Tortilla and drizzled with a little more of the cilantro lime cream sauce.

Grilled Avocado with Cilantro-Lime Cream and lime wedges with scattered fresh cilantro garnish.

My love for Grilled Avocados

I am absolutely enamored with avocados. No matter how they are prepared. However, this recipe is the most simple and delicious ways to enjoy the avocado. I have already made these appetizer recipes for Avocado Fries and love this recipe for Tomato Avocado Salad Stack.

So, when it came to grilling an avocado, I was very pleasantly surprised with how they turned out! They were not mushy as I expected, and the simple seasoning was perfect. They made a delicious light meal for us to enjoy while sitting on our back deck at the end of the day!

Avocado and Keto FAQ's

Are avocados good for Keto?

Avocados are one of the best and healthiest fruits to eat. They are a healthy fat that is high in fiber and they are great for the keto diet.


Can I eat too many avocados on Keto?

Avocados are excellent for Keto and are very are filling. So, you probably won't feel like eating more than one a day. As a matter of fact, I usually will consume only ½ an avocado a day when I have them. However, due to the amount of fat and fiber in an avocado, if you do eat too many, it may have a laxative effect


How many net carbohydrates are in an avocado?

A whole avocado has 17 carbohydrates. To get the amount of net carbs in an avocado, you subtract the amount of fiber (13) from the carbohydrates (17) to get 4 net carbs in one avocado.

Making a Grilled Avocados Appetizer

You won't believe how easy and delicious it is to make Grilled Avocados! They are super tasty with the cilantro-lime cream, which is a very basic recipe.

Fresh squeezed lime and chopped cilantro on a red cutting board.

I like to make my cilantro lime cream ahead of time. All you need is fresh lime juice, cilantro and a little salt. Once you have it mixed together, store it in your refrigerator until it is ready to use. This cilantro lime cream sauce is also excellent drizzled overtop of the Ultimate Burger Bowl!

Mashed grilled avocado on a piece of tortilla with cilantro lime cream topping.

The first time I made this grilled avocado, we were not following Keto and I served them over grilled Homemade Flour Tortillas. Now we make a Keto Flour Tortilla when I make grilled avocados!

Grilled Avocado with Cilantro-Lime Cream on a seashell plate.

Sometimes the simplest recipes are some of the tastiest, this grilled avocado appetizer is definitely one you want to share this summer.

Tips for making Grilled Avocados

  • Use a pastry brush to coat the avocado halves with lime juice
  • Grill over medium heat for only 3 minutes. Don't go longer or your avocados will lose their firmness.
  • If you don't have a grill, use a grill pan or cast iron skillet on your cooktop.

📖 Recipe

Grilled Avocado slices on a plate topped with cilantro lime cream with lime wedges for garnish.

Grilled Avocado with Cilantro-Lime Cream

Shelby Law Ruttan
Simple and delicious avocados served with a cilantro lime cream are a perfect appetizer or light evening dinner for 2!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 181 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 avocados halved
  • cooking spray
  • 2 teaspoons sweetener
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • ¼ cup light sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
  • 1-½ tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Lime Wedges
  • Cilantro Leaves

Instructions
 

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Mix together erythritol, salt, and ground pepper. Spray cut side of avocado with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle avocado halves with salt mixture, reserving some for finishing.
  • Place Avocado, pit side down, on grill rack. Grill 1-2 minutes on each side, or until lightly charred.
  • Combine sour cream, cilantro, and lime juice.
  • Cut each avocado half in half. Drizzle with sour cream mixture and sprinkle with a little reserved sugar/salt/pepper mixture. Serve with flour tortilla.
  • Serving Size: ½ avocado, 1 tablespoon cilantro-lime cream

Nutrition

Serving: 1/2 avocadoCalories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 163mgPotassium: 522mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 202IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Grilled Avocado
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