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Smoked Pulled Pork

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Delicious pulled pork that has been smoked and is tender, with a subtle flavor of apple cider vinegar. Ideal for tacos or sandwiches. Ingredients: 5 lbs pork shoulder 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tbsp dry rub seasoning 1 cup apple juice 1/2 cup water Buns for serving Instructions: Trim the pork shoulder of any extra fat All over the pork shoulder, rub in the dry seasoning Using a meat injector, inject apple cider vinegar into various pork parts Allow the pork to marinate in the fridge for at least two hours, or overnight Set the smokers temperature to 225F 107C Fill a spray bottle with equal parts water and apple juice Every hour, put the pork in the smoker and mist it with the apple juice mixture Smoke the pork for 8 to 10 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195F 90C After taking the pork out of the smoker, give it a half-hour to rest Using two forks, shred t...
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Jack-O Lantern Chips and Dip

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These sweet potato jack-o-lantern chips are cute and crunchy. Theyre great for Halloween parties or just as a fun snack. Theyre a tasty and healthy treat when paired with a creamy chickpea tahini dip. Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to taste For the dip: 1 cup cooked chickpeas 1/4 cup tahini 1 garlic clove, minced Juice of 1 lemon 2 tbsp water Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat oven to 400F 200C Slice sweet potatoes thinly and use a small pumpkin-shaped cookie cutter to cut out jack-o-lantern shapes Place the sweet potato jack-o-lanterns on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper Bake for 15-20 minutes or until crispy and golden brown, flipping halfway through While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the dip by blending chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, water, salt, and pepper until sm...
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White Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cupcakes

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Indulge in the perfect blend of white chocolate and fresh raspberries with these delightful cupcakes. The creamy white chocolate raspberry mousse filling adds a burst of flavor to every bite. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup whole milk 1/2 cup white chocolate chips 1 cup fresh raspberries 1/2 cup heavy cream 8 oz white chocolate, finely chopped 1 tsp raspberry extract Pink food coloring optional Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt Set aside In another bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract Gradually mix in th...
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Salted Chocolate Caramel Tarts

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Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich chocolate, silky caramel, and a touch of sea salt with these decadent Salted Chocolate Caramel Tarts. They make for the perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet cravings. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour 1/3 cup of cocoa powder 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, cold and cubed 1/4 cup of granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract For the caramel filling: 1 cup of granulated sugar 1/4 cup of water 1/2 cup of heavy cream 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt For the chocolate ganache: 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup of heavy cream 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt Sea salt flakes for garnish Instructions: Put the flour, granulated sugar, cold cubed butter, and cocoa powder in a food processor Pulse until finely chopped bread crumbs are formed Add the vanilla extract and the eg...
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tomatillo Tacos

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The soft chicken, sour tomatillos, and fragrant spices in these Slow Cooker Chicken Tomatillo Tacos make them taste great. Perfect for an easy dinner during the week or having guests over. Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken breasts, boneless and skinless 1 lb tomatillos, husks removed and halved 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 1 tablespoon cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon oregano 1/2 cup chicken broth Salt and pepper to taste Corn or flour tortillas, for serving Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, shredded cheese, sour cream Instructions: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker Add tomatillos, onion, garlic, jalapeno, cumin, chili powder, oregano, and chicken broth to the slow cooker Season with salt and pepper Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked throu...
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Crock Pot French Dip Sandwiches

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Tender beef chuck roast slow-cooked in a flavorful broth, served on toasted French rolls with optional cheese and a side of Au Jus for dipping. Ingredients: 3 lbs beef chuck roast 1 cup beef broth 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary 4-6 French rolls Butter for rolls Provolone or Swiss cheese slices optional Au Jus for dipping reserved liquid from crock pot Instructions: Put the beef chuck roast in the crock pot Put honey, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, thyme, rosemary, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth in a bowl Pour the mix over the roast Turn the heat down to low and cover Cook for 8 hours, or until the beef is soft and can be easily shred with a fork Take the beef out of the cro...
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Keto Lemon Custard Cake

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If you are on a low-carb diet, this keto lemon custard cake is a great treat. Its moist, sour, and full of lemon flavor, and the erythritol makes it just the right amount sweet. Ingredients: 6 large eggs 1 cup almond flour 1/2 cup coconut flour 1/2 cup erythritol or preferred keto-friendly sweetener 1/4 cup lemon juice Zest of 1 lemon 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/4 cup melted coconut oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Pinch of salt Instructions: In a bowl, beat the eggs until frothy Add almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, lemon juice, lemon zest, almond milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, baking powder, and a pinch of salt Mix until well combined Pour the batter into a greased crockpot Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until set Once done, let it cool slightly before serving Slice and serve with a dollop of whipped cream or...
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