Thursday, October 31, 2024

Pressure Cooker Onion Dip



A pressure cooker makes it easy to make a creamy and tasty onion dip. Great for having people over or having a cozy night in.

Ingredients:

  • 4 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Chopped fresh chives for garnish

Instructions:

Hot oil should be added to the pressure cooker while it is in saut mode

Salt and black pepper should be added along with thinly sliced onions

Cook the onions until they turn brown and caramelized

Add the Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to a bowl and mix them together

Add the onions that have been caramelized and mix them in

Put the mixture in the pressure cooker

Pressure cook for 10 minutes at high pressure with the lid closed

Let go of the pressure quickly, and then carefully open the lid

Mix the dip together and add chopped fresh chives on top

Warm it up and serve with chips or veggie sticks


Monday, October 28, 2024

Kale & Edamame Dumplings with Simple Dipping Sauce



These flavorful dumplings are packed with nutritious kale and protein-rich edamame, making them a delicious and satisfying vegan meal or appetizer. The simple dipping sauce adds a tangy and savory element that complements the dumplings perfectly.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups kale, finely chopped
  • 1 cup shelled edamame
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 package dumpling wrappers
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes optional

Instructions:

You can put kale, edamame, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a bowl and mix them together

Mix well

Put a small amount of the filling in the middle of each dumpling wrapper

Spray water around the edges of the wrapper, then fold and seal the dumplings inside

Boil the water in a pot and add the dumplings

Cook them for 5 to 6 minutes, or until they float to the top

To make the sauce, put soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili flakes in a small bowl and mix them together

Give the dumplings out hot and the sauce to dip them in on the side


Saturday, October 26, 2024

Slow Cooker Buttery Bacon Green Beans



This slow cooker recipe makes a comforting side dish that goes well with any meal. It has butter, crispy bacon, and tender green beans. Slow cooking lets the flavors blend together beautifully, making a dish that is easy to make and tastes great.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 6 slices bacon, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions:

In a skillet, cook diced bacon until crispy

Drain excess fat

In a slow cooker, combine green beans, cooked bacon, butter, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using

Pour chicken broth over the mixture

Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until green beans are tender

Stir occasionally during cooking

Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary

Serve hot, garnished with additional bacon bits if desired


Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Chocolate Satin Parfait



Enjoy how rich and velvety this Chocolate Satin Parfait is. A delicious dessert is made up of layers of chocolate pudding, whipped cream, and crunchy toppings.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate pudding
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 1/2 cup chocolate shavings
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts optional
  • 4 chocolate cookies, crushed

Instructions:

Put chocolate pudding at the bottom of a bowl

Wrap some whipped cream around the pudding layer and place it on top

Add some chocolate shavings on top of the whipped cream

For extra crunch, you can add a layer of chopped nuts if you want to

Do this again and again until the glass is almost full

Add a thick layer of crushed chocolate cookies on top to finish

Do the same thing with the other parfait glasses

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

Before serving, top with extra chocolate shavings and a dollop of whipped cream