Coffee Time Donuts with Chocolate Glaze

Indulge in the ultimate coffee break treat with these delicious homemade donuts. Theyre rich, chocolaty, and perfect for pairing with your favorite coffee or hot beverage. Make a batch today and elevate your coffee time to a whole new level

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Oil for frying
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Sprinkles for decoration optional

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt

In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Do not overmix

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large, deep saucepan to 350F 175C

Drop spoonfuls of the donut batter into the hot oil, frying until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side

Remove the donuts with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth

Stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to make the chocolate glaze

Dip each donut into the chocolate glaze, allowing any excess to drip off

Decorate with sprinkles if desired

Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving

Enjoy your Coffee Time Donuts with Chocolate Glaze

Creamy Lemon Chicken with Wild RiceDelish

The tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon sauce go well with the nutty wild rice in this Creamy Lemon Chicken with Wild RiceDelish. It has just the right amount of each flavor and texture, making it both comforting and fancy.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 cups cooked wild rice
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat

Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6-8 minutes per side

Remove chicken from skillet and set aside

In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest

Stir to combine

Bring mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly

Return chicken breasts to the skillet and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened

Serve chicken over cooked wild rice, spooning the creamy lemon sauce over the top

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving

Grilled Skirt Steak Delight

This Grilled Skirt Steak has just the right amount of smoky and savory flavors. The marinade gives the meat a delicious flavor, and the short time on the grill makes it easy to make a tasty meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs skirt steak
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, juiced

Instructions:

Add soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and black pepper to a bowl

This is how you make the marinade

Pour the marinade over the skirt steak in a plastic bag that can be closed again

Put the bag in the fridge for at least two hours, or overnight for the best taste

Warm up the grill over medium-high heat

Get the skirt steak out of the sauce and let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes

For medium-rare, grill the steak for 3 to 4 minutes on each side

You can change the time if you want it more or less done

Take the skirt steak off the grill and set it on a cutting board

Allow it to rest for 5 minutes

Cut the steak into thin strips across the grain

Before you serve, squeeze some fresh lime juice on top and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top

BBQ Ranch Burgers

These BBQ Ranch Burgers are a delicious twist on classic burgers, infused with the flavors of barbecue sauce and ranch dressing. Theyre perfect for grilling season or any time youre craving a juicy, flavorful burger.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tbsp ranch dressing mix
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 hamburger buns
• Lettuce, tomato, onion slices for topping

Instructions:

Put the breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, BBQ sauce, and ground beef in a bowl

Mix the ingredients together until they are well mixed

Make burger patties out of the four equal parts of the mixture

Warm the grill up to a medium-high level

Grill burgers for four to five minutes on each side, or until theyre done the way you like them

On the grill, toast the buns for one to two minutes

To make a burger, put lettuce, tomato, and onion slices on the bottom bun, then the cooked burger patty, and finally the top bun

Enjoy while hot

Hot Chicken-Stuffed Bread Burger

A spicy twist on the classic burger, this Hot Chicken-Stuffed Bread Burger features juicy ground chicken patties infused with hot sauce and stuffed between slices of thick, toasted bread. Its a flavor-packed sandwich thats perfect for those who love a little heat.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1/2 cup hot sauce
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 slices of thick bread
• Butter for toasting
• Lettuce leaves
• Sliced tomatoes
• Blue cheese dressing
• Pickles optional

Instructions:

Ground chicken, hot sauce, breadcrumbs, diced celery and onion, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper should all be mixed together in a bowl

Mix everything together well

Four burger patties should be made from the chicken mixture

Warm up a pan or grill on the stove over medium-high heat

The chicken patties should be cooked for five to six minutes on each side, or until they are done and the outside has a nice char

Toast the bread with a little butter until its golden brown while the chicken patties are cooking

Put a lettuce leaf on the bottom piece of toasted bread to start putting the burgers together

Place a chicken patty, tomato slices, and blue cheese dressing on top

If you want, you can add pickles

Then, put the second toasted slice of bread on top to finish the sandwich

Enjoy your Hot Chicken-Stuffed Bread Burger while its still hot

Roasted Mushroom & Cheese Tart - Girl on the Range

This roasted mushroom and cheese tart combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms with the rich creaminess of cheese, all nestled in a flaky puff pastry crust. Its a delightful savory treat perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet of puff pastry
• 200g mushrooms, sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 100g cheese such as Gruyere or Swiss, grated
• 2 eggs
• 200ml heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh thyme leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven up to 400F 200C

Put the puff pastry on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper and roll it out

Put olive oil in a pan and heat it over medium-low heat

Add the minced garlic and cook until it smells good

Put mushrooms slices in the pan and cook them until they turn golden brown and any water has evaporated

Cover the puff pastry with the cooked mushrooms in an even layer

Add grated cheese on top of the mushrooms

Whisk the eggs and heavy cream together in a bowl

Add pepper and salt

Cover the mushrooms and cheese with the egg mix

The tart should be baked in a hot oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until it turns golden brown and sets

Take it out of the oven after its done and let it cool down a bit

Before serving, sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves

Feel free to eat the slices hot or cold

Wicked Vegan Ramen

A wickedly delicious vegan ramen packed with umami flavors from mushrooms, miso, and soy sauce. Its comforting, satisfying, and perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 packs of vegan ramen noodles
• 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
• 1 cup sliced bok choy
• 1/2 cup sliced green onions
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp miso paste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce optional

Instructions:

Bring water and vegetable broth to a boil in a large pot

Soy sauce, miso paste, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and chili garlic sauce if using should all be added

This is followed by the bok choy and green onions

Put it on low heat for 5 minutes to mix the flavors

Follow the directions on the package to cook the ramen noodles separately

Put the noodles into bowls after they are done cooking

Add the hot broth to the noodles and serve right away

If you want, you can add more sliced green onions as a garnish

Peel an Egg With a Spoon

Learn how to peel a hard-boiled egg effortlessly using just a spoon. This method ensures that you dont damage the egg white while removing the shell.

Ingredients:

• 1 hard-boiled egg
• 1 teaspoon of water

Instructions:

Start by boiling an egg until its hard-boiled

This typically takes about 10-12 minutes

Once the egg is boiled, let it cool down for a few minutes

You can run it under cold water to speed up the cooling process

Gently tap the wider end of the egg on a hard surface to crack the shell slightly, but be careful not to shatter the entire shell

Take a teaspoon and carefully slide it between the cracked eggshell and the egg white, just beneath the membrane

Rotate the spoon around the egg, keeping it close to the egg white, to loosen the entire shell from the egg white

Once the shell is detached all the way around, it should easily slide off in one piece

You can also use your fingers to help peel away any remaining bits of shell

Rinse the peeled egg under cold water to remove any small shell fragments

Your hard-boiled egg is now perfectly peeled and ready to eat or use in your favorite recipes

Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Savor the rich, smoky flavor of these perfectly smoked chicken drumsticks. Marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, these drumsticks are slow-cooked to juicy perfection in a smoker. A delightful dish for any barbecue or outdoor gathering.

Ingredients:

• 12 chicken drumsticks
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Wood chips for smoking

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix olive oil, soy sauce, honey, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create a marinade

Place chicken drumsticks in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them

Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight

Preheat your smoker to 225F 107C and add soaked wood chips for smoking

Remove drumsticks from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels

Discard the marinade

Place the drumsticks on the smoker grate and smoke for 2 to 2

5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165F 74C

Serve hot and enjoy your delicious smoked chicken drumsticks

Coconut Date Bites

These coconut date bites are a delightful vegan treat that combines the natural sweetness of dates with the crunch of almonds and the tropical flavor of coconut. They are perfect for snacking or satisfying your sweet cravings guilt-free

Ingredients:

• 2 cups pitted dates
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup almonds
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Almonds, cocoa powder, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt should be mixed with dates in a food processor until a sticky dough forms

If you want, you can roll the dough into little balls and cover them with extra shredded coconut

For 30 minutes, put the coconut date bites in the fridge to make them firm

Enjoy

Instant Pot Cabbage Roll Casserole

Started in the Instant Pot and finished up in the oven, this tasty casserole offers all the elements of traditional cabbage rolls, but uses ground turkey instead of beef.