Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Swirllicious Salt Lake City Yogurt



Indulge in the creamy goodness of this frozen yogurt recipe from the U-Swirl Frozen Yogurt Truck in Salt Lake City. With a blend of tangy Greek yogurt, sweet honey, fresh berries, and delightful toppings, it's a treat you won't want to miss!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup of honey
  • 1/2 cup of fresh mixed berries strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
  • 1/4 cup of granola
  • A handful of chocolate chips
  • A drizzle of caramel sauce
  • A sprinkle of shredded coconut

Instructions:

Mix the honey and plain Greek yogurt together in a bowl until they are well mixed

Put the yogurt mixture in a serving cup or cone by layering it

Put the fresh mixed berries on top of the yogurt

The granola and chocolate chips should be put on top of the berries

Finish it off with caramel sauce for extra sweetness

Add a sprinkle of shredded coconut at the end

Serve your Swirllicious Salt Lake City yogurt right away and enjoy it!


Monday, October 21, 2024

Air Fryer Flounder with Capers and Lemon



This recipe for air-fried flounder is quick, easy, and full of flavor. When capers and lemon are mixed together, they give the delicate flounder fillets a tasty kick. This dish is great for a weeknight dinner or a special event.

Ingredients:

  • 4 flounder fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

For 5 minutes, heat your air fryer up to 375F 190C

Put the garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl

Add the olive oil and mix them together

Get a clean surface and brush both sides of the flounder fillets with the olive oil mix

Put a slice of lemon on top of every fillet

Make sure the fillets don't touch each other when you put them in the air fryer basket

Flounder fillets should be air-fried for 8 to 10 minutes, depending on how thick they are

Put a fork into the fish to see if it's done; it should flake easily

Carefully take the flounder out of the air fryer basket

Add chopped fresh parsley on top, and serve hot

Have fun with your Flounder in the Air Fryer with Capers and Lemon!


Friday, October 18, 2024

Ultimate Potato Soup



Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this rich and creamy potato soup. Great for a cozy night in or feeding a lot of people.

Ingredients:

  • 6 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions:

Put chicken broth, diced potatoes, diced onion, and minced garlic in a slow cooker

The potatoes should be soft after 6 to 8 hours on low heat or 3 to 4 hours on high heat

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until it is smooth

If you want, you can leave some chunks in it

Add heavy cream and cheddar cheese shreds and mix until the cheese melts

Add pepper and salt to taste

Serve hot with chopped green onions and crumbled bacon on top


Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Sausage Lasagna



A hearty and comforting classic Italian dish, this sausage lasagna is packed with savory flavors and layers of cheesy goodness.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can 6 oz tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375F 190C

In a large skillet, cook Italian sausage, onion, and garlic over medium heat until sausage is browned and onion is translucent

Drain excess fat

Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper

Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally

In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese and egg until well combined

Spread a thin layer of the sausage mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish

Arrange 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce

Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles

Sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese

Repeat layers twice, ending with remaining sauce and cheeses on top

Cover with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes

Remove foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown

Let stand for 10 minutes before serving

Garnish with additional basil if desired


Monday, October 14, 2024

Homemade Donuts



Enjoy these delicious homemade donuts for breakfast or as a sweet treat any time of day. Customize them with your favorite toppings!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Oil for frying
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
  • 2 tbsp milk for glaze
  • Sprinkles or toppings of choice

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt

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

Combine the wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms

Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut out donut shapes

Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pan to 350F 175C

Fry the donuts for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown

Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil

In a separate bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze

Dip each donut into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off, and place on a wire rack

Add sprinkles or toppings while the glaze is still wet

Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving


Friday, October 11, 2024

Low Carb No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Jars



Indulge in the creamy richness of pumpkin pie cheesecake without the guilt! These low carb, no-bake cheesecake jars are bursting with pumpkin flavor and are the perfect keto-friendly dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup powdered erythritol
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp powdered erythritol for whipped cream
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for whipped cream

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix almond flour and melted butter until crumbly

Press the almond flour mixture into the bottom of jars to form a crust layer

In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth

Add pumpkin puree, powdered erythritol, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice

Mix until well combined

In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form

Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture

Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the almond flour crust in the jars

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until set

Before serving, whip the remaining heavy cream with powdered erythritol and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form

Top each cheesecake jar with a dollop of whipped cream

Enjoy your low carb no-bake pumpkin pie cheesecake jars!


Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Bourbon Maple Pecan Donuts



Savor the delicious bourbon, maple, and pecan flavors of these homemade donuts. Ideal for dessert or breakfast!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Maple glaze 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1-2 tbsp milk
  • Additional chopped pecans for topping

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, chopped pecans, baking powder, baking soda, and salt

In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, bourbon, maple syrup, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract

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

Do not overmix

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350F 175C

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

Remove the donuts from the oil and drain on paper towels

Prepare the maple glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk until smooth

Dip each donut into the maple glaze, allowing excess glaze to drip off, then sprinkle with chopped pecans

Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving

Enjoy your Bourbon Maple Pecan Donuts!


Swirllicious Salt Lake City Yogurt

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