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SEVERED HAND HALLOWEEN APPETIZER BOARD

Nicole Harris — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 21:11:53 +0000

Make this SEVERED HAND HALLOWEEN APPETIZER BOARD for a creepy snack. A cheese ball shaped like a hand then covered with prosciutto will have your friends and family scared.

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I just love Halloween and everything creepy that goes along with it. The cutesy Halloween recipes are great but at my house we prefer the horrifically gross Halloween recipes. This Severed Hand Appetizer is just that . . . super creepy and pretty realistic looking in a dim lit Halloween party.

It’s basically a cheese ball formed into a hand shape then covered with thinly sliced prosciutto to make it look extra grotesque. But – it is also super delicious and sure to be a party favorite!

Ingredient Options:

The Buddig Beef is purely optional – feel free to omit. Finely chopped jalapeños or black olives is a great alternative to the beef.

Recipe Tips:

Using cold cream cheese makes the hand easier to shape and stay in form.
Don’t worry if it isn’t perfect this hand is supposed to look slightly deformed and grotesque.
For extra fright – serve on top of red pepper jelly spread.
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

More Creepy Halloween Recipes:

Mozzarella Eyeballs – Eyeball Halloween Punch – Bloody Glass Donuts

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SEVERED HAND HALLOWEEN APPETIZER BOARD

Make this SEVERED HAND HALLOWEEN APPETIZER BOARD for a creepy snack. A cheese ball shaped like a hand then covered with prosciutto will have your friends and family scared.

Course Holidays

Cuisine American

Keyword halloween appetizer board

Prep Time 20

Servings

Calories 572kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Equipment

Hand Mixer

Ingredients

2 8 oz. packages Cream Cheese
1 cup Mild Shredded Cheddar
4 oz Buddig Beef *
1/2 cup Chopped Green Onions
2 teaspoons Everything Bagel
6 oz package Sliced Prosciutto
5 sliced Almonds

Instructions

Combine cream cheese, chopped green onion, chopped beef and garlic powder in a large mixing bowl. Stir in cheddar cheese.
Form mixture into a ball.
Place the ball in the center of serving tray then begin flattening it out until it’s about an inch and a half thick.
Place your hand on top and begin shaping the cheeseball to match your hand. Clean off any excess cheese on the board with a paper towel.
Once you have the shape you desire, place an almond at the end of each finger - for creepy fingernails.
Start covering the cheeseball in prosciutto. Make sure every inch is covered and cut off any excess around the edges.
Surround with an assortment of crackers and chips. Serve.

Notes

*The Buddig Beef is purely optional – feel free to omit. Finely chopped jalapeños or black olives is a great alternative to the beef.

Nutrition

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DILL PICKLE CHICKEN WINGS

Nicole Harris — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 01:33:01 +0000

DILL PICKLE CHICKEN WINGS are a super flavorful way to make appetizer wings. Chicken wings soaked in dill pickle juice, tossed in a dry season then roasted to crisp juicy perfection.

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Chicken wings are always a party favorite. These chicken wings are soaked in dill pickle juice to bring a unique flavor and make these wings extra juicy.

The seasoned baking powder coating ensures these wings will be extra crispy.

This is a great recipe to make when you’ve just finished a jar of pickles. Use the pickle juice for the brine.

Serve these Dill Pickle Wings with Dill Ranch Dressing.

Recipe Tips:

Fresh or dried dill can be used for marinating.
You want to remove as much moisture as possible with paper towels after you brine the chicken wings.
Optional step: When you flip the wings halfway, take a basting brush and pickle juice, baste the wings for an extra splash of dill flavor. Do not use the same pickle juice from the brine, use clean pickle juice.
Add more herbs like parsley or chives.
If using frozen chicken wings, thaw in the fridge overnight first.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer until warmed through and crispy.

More Recipes For The Pickle Lovers:

Pickle De Gallo – Dill Pickle Coleslaw – Dill Pickle Shots – Dill Pickle Dip

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DILL PICKLE CHICKEN WINGS

DILL PICKLE CHICKEN WINGS are a super flavorful way to make appetizer wings. Chicken wings soaked in dill pickle juice, tossed in a dry season then roasted to crisp juicy perfection.

Course Appetizers

Cuisine American

Keyword dill pickle chicken wings

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Additional Time 4

Total Time 4 45

Servings

Calories 880kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Equipment

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken wings
2 cups dill pickle juice
1 teaspoon fresh chopped dill
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon baking powder aluminum free*
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Fresh or dried dill for garnish

Instructions

Add chicken wings, pickle juice, and fresh dill to a large mixing bowl. Toss to coat, cover, and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
Preheat oven to 425F. Drain and discard the pickle juice. Pat the wings dry with a paper towel.
Add dry chicken wings, olive oil, garlic powder, baking powder, salt, and black pepper to a large bowl. Toss to coat.
Evenly arrange wings on a wire rack set over a large sheet pan.
Bake in a preheated oven for 30 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through using tongs.
Turn the broiler to high and broil the wings for 5 minutes, or until the wings are charred and crispy.
Transfer to a large plate or platter and serve with the dill pickle ranch dressing.

Notes

*NOT baking soda

Nutrition

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30+ Easy Christmas Desserts

Nicole Harris — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 01:44:48 +0000

These Easy Christmas Desserts have all the classic holiday flavors from eggnog, to gingerbread to peppermint and more. Cakes, pies, fudge and cookie recipes along with some truly unique Christmas dessert ideas.

Christmas Dessert Ideas

The holidays are time to enjoy food, family and traditions. What better way to celebrate all three by choosing an easy Christmas dessert recipe from the list below and making it with your loved ones.

These are some of THE BEST CHRISTMAS DESSERT RECIPES from around the web. Not just your average dessert recipes, these are special. Unique, fun and festive that will bring holiday cheer to your plates.

Just scroll and when you see a dessert you like click on the GET RECIPE button to go to the full recipe.

Easy Christmas Desserts

Photo Credit: www.pumpkinnspice.com

Holiday Cake Mix Bars

Holiday Cake Mix Bars make a simple, one bowl treat that’s ready in no time. With just a few ingredients, these bars bake up soft, chewy, and all-around delicious!

Photo Credit: vintagekitchennotes.com

Chocolate Mint Mousse Pie

Chocolate and mint are the perfect pair for holiday desserts. Combine them in a mousse pie and everyone will be thrilled! Smooth and insanely creamy, this mousse tart has a chocolate cookie crust which makes it easy to put together. And it can be frozen.

Photo Credit: www.melissassouthernstylekitchen.com

Cornflake Christmas Wreath

This easy Cornflake Christmas Wreath is a riff on one of those tried and true holiday recipe traditions that spans generations. It makes a delightful kid-friendly project that will get the entire family in on the action.

Photo Credit: www.glorioustreats.com

Hot Cocoa Cookies

These Hot Cocoa Cookies are chewy, chocolaty and oh so delicious! These have quickly become my favorite Christmas cookie!

Photo Credit: wonkywonderful.com

Salted Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Dip

If you need a last minute dessert recipe that is sure to be a hit this Salted Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Dip is it! Caramel marshmallow fluff cream cheese filling is topped with pecans, caramel and flaked salt. This dessert dip is so tasty and only takes 5 minutes to make!

Photo Credit: flavorthemoments.com

Peppermint Brownies

If you love chocolate and peppermint, these Easy Peppermint Brownies are just for you! They’re perfectly fudgy, bursting with refreshing peppermint flavor, and they come together in just one pot!

Photo Credit: www.fromvalerieskitchen.com

Easy Cream Puff Dessert

If you are fan of cream puffs you are going to LOVE this Easy Cream Puff Dessert. It’s a seriously impressive but incredibly easy make-ahead dessert that is a great choice for any gathering.

Photo Credit: www.thereciperebel.com

Holiday Ice Cream Sandwich Cake

This Holiday Ice Cream Sandwich Cake is made with Chapman’s Peppermint Ice Cream Sandwiches and Peppermint Twist Ice Cream for a fun Christmas dessert!

Photo Credit: wonkywonderful.com

Peppermint Pattie Chocolate Truffles

These No-Bake Peppermint Pattie Chocolate Truffles will be the star of any Christmas dessert tray! Cool peppermint filling is shaped into balls and coated with chocolate then topped with sprinkles.

Photo Credit: www.alattefood.com

Peppermint Oreo Bark

This easy Peppermint Oreo Bark recipe is packed with chocolate and mint! Only 5-ingredients between you and this Christmas bark recipe!

Photo Credit: celebratingsweets.com

Christmas Cookies

Our favorite Christmas Cookie recipes, including our go-to recipe for soft and chewy cookies that are filled with M&M’s and sprinkles.

Photo Credit: beyondfrosting.com

Peppermint Poke Cake

This Candy Cane Poke Cake is an easy-to-make, holiday dessert you don’t want to miss. Made-from-scratch cake is soaked with sweetened condensed milk, then topped with whipped cream, hot fudge drizzle, and Andes Peppermint Crunch candy.

Photo Credit: www.simplejoy.com

Rum Balls

These Rum Balls are a family recipe and Christmas tradition you will fall in love with. Easy to make and easier to eat, you will love this no bake recipe.

Photo Credit: www.persnicketyplates.com

Christmas Oreo Bon Bons

Christmas Oreo Bon Bons – super simple (5 ingredients), but impressive, no-bake bon bons using Oreo cookies!

Photo Credit: www.dessertfortwo.com

Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake Cookies

Chocolate Gooey Butter Cookies! Your favorite ooey gooey butter cookies made with chocolate!

Photo Credit: beyondfrosting.com

Christmas Tree Cake

Bring this festive Christmas Tree Pull Apart Cupcake Cake to your next holiday party and just wait for the look on your friends faces when they see your creation!

Photo Credit: muybuenocookbook.com

Butter Pecan Bourbon Fudge

This Butter Pecan Bourbon Fudge is loaded with toasted, crunchy pecans, spiked with bourbon, and dusted with a pinch of cinnamon. This fudge makes a wonderful holiday treat for gift-giving.

Photo Credit: www.mealplanningmagic.com

Easy Snowman Oreo Cookies

These Easy Snowman Oreo Cookies are so festive, delicious and great for kids to help make too. A perfect no bake-treat option and only a few ingredients, they come together quickly!

Photo Credit: wonkywonderful.com

White Chocolate Fudge

This Easy White Chocolate Fudge Recipe makes a super soft, melt in your mouth white fudge. A microwave fudge made simply with white chocolate, sweetened condensed milk and marshmallows for the ultimate holiday dessert.

Photo Credit: www.momontimeout.com

Mini Chocolate Pecan Pies

These Mini Chocolate Pecan Pies are a dream come true for the holidays! Sweet chocolate morsels are the perfect addition to traditional pecan pie and everybody loves this mini version!

Photo Credit: vintagekitchennotes.com

White Chocolate Truffles

These truffles are incredibly easy to make and delicious! Full of white chocolate, ground nuts, and a hint of rum, they are festive and can be made ahead and kept in the refrigerator or frozen. You can easily vary the booze and the type of nuts to your personal preference.

Photo Credit: www.thekitchenismyplayground.com

No-Bake Cranberry Yum Yum

Two fluffy whipped cream layers sandwich whole berry cranberry sauce filling to create a cranberry version of this classic Southern dessert.

Photo Credit: dizzybusyandhungry.com

Vanilla Wafer Christmas Bark

This Christmas Bark utilizes vanilla wafers and other delicious ingredients to make a simple but impressive and delicious holiday treat!

Photo Credit: amandascookin.com

No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie

This easy peanut butter pie recipe is a cross between cheesecake and peanut butter fluff. Thick and creamy yet also light and fluffy with lots of rich peanut flavor!

Photo Credit: flavormosaic.com

Cranberry White Chocolate Creme Brûlée

Cranberry White Chocolate Creme Brûlée is a sweet and creamy white chocolate custard with cranberry sauce and topped with a crisp sugar coating for an impressive gourmet dessert!

Photo Credit: www.thatskinnychickcanbake.com

Chocolate Mousse Tart

This Easy Chocolate Mousse Tart is egg-free and no-bake! Just stock up on heavy cream and chocolate and you’ll be ready to create this easy, decadent chocolate dessert recipe.

Photo Credit: www.anediblemosaic.com

Gingerbread Cake Roll

Soft cake that’s aromatic with warm spices and brown sugar is swirled up with a rich, creamy maple cinnamon frosting to make this Gingerbread Cake Roll recipe something truly festive and special.

Photo Credit: wonkywonderful.com

Rocky Road Fudge

This Rocky Road Fudge Recipe is an easy holiday dessert. Chocolate fudge made with evaporated milk, chocolate chips, walnuts and mini marshmallows.

Photo Credit: sundaysuppermovement.com

Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

My Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake recipe is the creamiest most delicious cheesecake you will ever have! Made with simple homemade strawberry sauce, this is a smooth and creamy baked cheesecake recipe you will love and make over and over again.

Photo Credit: www.365daysofbakingandmore.com

Peppermint Dream Dessert

Peppermint extract, baking chips, cheesecake pudding, and an Oreo crust make this Peppermint Dream Dessert a delectable treat family and friends will love. It’s perfect for the holidays!

Photo Credit: kalynskitchen.com

Low-Carb Cheesecake with Cherry Topping

Low-Carb Cheesecake with Cherry Topping is a wonderful treat for a special occasion; serve with fresh berries on top if you prefer.

Photo Credit: www.chocolatemoosey.com

Gingerbread Cream Pie

Get ahead of the busy Christmas season with this make-ahead No Bake Gingerbread Cream Pie made in a speculoos cookie crust and topped with homemade whipped cream.

Photo Credit: www.ourlifetastesgood.com

Peppermint Bark Candy

Peppermint Bark Candy makes a wonderful food gift for holiday gift giving. With just 3 ingredients, it is an incredibly easy recipe to make, as well as being festive and pretty.

Photo Credit: wonkywonderful.com

Tiramisu White Chocolate Bread Pudding

This Tiramisu White Chocolate Bread Pudding will be the star of your next party. A blend of coffee, milk chocolate, white chocolate, mascarpone and soft buttery Sweet Rolls.

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30+ CHRISTMAS DESSERT IDEAS

These Easy Christmas Desserts have all the classic holiday flavors from eggnog, to gingerbread to peppermint and more. Cakes, pies, fudge and cookie recipes along with some truly unique Christmas dessert ideas.

Course desserts

Cuisine American

Keyword christmas desserts, easy christmas desserts

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 30

Servings

Author Nicole Harris

Ingredients

Choose your favorite Christmas Dessert from the 30+ ideas on this roundup.

Instructions

Click the GET RECIPE link to view full recipe and instructions.
Make sure you have the required ingredients.
Make and enjoy!

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Printable Multiplication Worksheets

Nicole Harris — Fri, 01 May 2020 23:21:56 +0000

These Free Printable Multiplication Worksheets are a great practice or refresher for homeschool math. Basic 4th grade math worksheets to help your student.

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Yes, this is still a recipe website. I was searching the internet high and low for just basic practice multiplication printables for my daughter. After a rather unsuccessful search I decided to make my own worksheets. And since I made them I figured I would share them for anyone else that was in need of practice multiplication pages.

I made these worksheets exactly how I wanted them. Beginning with basic single digit multiplication working up to triple digit multiplication.

I also left a ton of space on the pages. I have found that my daughter never seems to have enough room to work her equations on other printable that I have tried.

Here is a photo of the printed pages for reference. Scroll to view the additional pages. I hope these multiplication worksheets work for you too!

→CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD FREE PRINTABLE MULTIPLICATION WORKSHEETS←

The first page is single digit multiplication.

The second page is single digit to double digit multiplication.

The third page is triple digit to single digit multiplication.

The fourth page is triple digit to double digit multiplication.

And finally the fifth page is triple digit times triple digit multiplication.

→CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD FREE PRINTABLE MULTIPLICATION WORKSHEETS←

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Basil Spinach Pesto Recipe

Nicole Harris — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 23:03:40 +0000

This Basil Spinach Pesto Recipe is perfect for anyone that prefers a mild basil flavor or is following a low carb diet. This Keto Pesto is made with pecans, one of the most Keto friendly nuts. If you don’t care about carbs, you can bet that this pesto also tastes amazing!

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How To Make Spinach Basil Pesto

I do love traditional pesto with its bright basil flavor. But this Spinach Basil Pesto is a great way to enjoy a more mild version, while getting a double punch of nutritious spinach.

The best part about making homemade pesto is how quick and simple it is. You literally just toss the ingredients into a food processor or blender and pulse it to your desired consistency. Then slather it on everything!

Is Pesto Good or Bad For you

Pesto is great for you! It has healthy fats, protein from the nuts and this pesto has the extra nutrients thanks to fresh baby spinach.

As far as a sauce or condiment, it doesn’t get much better than pesto.

What Is In Pesto Sauce

Traditional pesto includes fresh basil, garlic, olive oil, pine nuts, grated parmesan and salt.

This pesto recipe trades the pine nuts for pecans and subs most of the basil for spinach. I also like to add a squeeze of lemon. If you’re not a fan of basil at all, feel free to use only spinach.

Ingredients Needed For Spinach Basil Pesto (screenshot for grocery list)

Fresh Baby Spinach
Fresh Basil
Garlic
Lemon
Himalayan or Sea Salt
Olive Oil
Pecans or Walnuts
Shredded Parmesan Cheese

How To Make Low Carb Basil Spinach Pesto

Combine spinach, garlic, lemon juice, salt, oil and nuts in food processor or blender. Pulse several times until mixture is a chunky paste-like consistency.
Scrape down the sides. Add basil and parmesan cheese. Pulse just a few times to break up the basil leaves. Add more oil if a thinner consistency is preferred.
Transfer pesto to glass container. Top with olive oil and refrigerate to store.

What Do You Eat With Pesto

Pesto is great with pasta, meat, vegetables or even used as a dip. Here are a few recipes that would be fantastic with the addition of pesto: Lemon Butter Chicken Thighs, Cast Iron Flank Steak, Oven Roasted Potatoes or Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower.

If you’re looking for another fresh and tasty homemade sauce, try this Garlic Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce.

Tools You Need for this Recipe: Food Processor + Sharp Knife + Good Cutting Board

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Basil Spinach Pesto Recipe

This Basil Spinach Pesto Recipe is perfect for anyone that prefers a mild basil flavor or is following a low carb diet. This Keto Pesto is made with pecans, one of the most Keto friendly nuts. If you don't care about carbs, you can bet that this pesto also tastes amazing!

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings

Calories 140kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Ingredients

2 Cups Fresh Baby Spinach
1 Cup Fresh Basil
3 Garlic Cloves
Juice of 1/2 Lemon
1/2-1 teaspoon Himalayan or Sea Salt
1/4 Cup Olive Oil
1/2 Cup Chopped Roasted Pecans or Walnuts
1/2 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

Combine spinach, garlic, lemon juice, salt, oil and nuts in food processor or blender. Pulse several times until mixture is a chunky paste-like consistency.
Scrape down the sides. Add basil and parmesan cheese. Pulse just a few times to break up the basil leaves. Add more oil if a thinner consistency is preferred.
Transfer pesto to glass container. Top with olive oil and refrigerate to store.

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Nutrition

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Garlic Rosemary Whole 30 Meatballs

Nicole Harris — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 06:16:52 +0000

These Garlic Rosemary Whole 30 Meatballs are an easy, nutritious and versatile dinner recipe. Meatballs make a great healthy main course, then just add vegetables on the side.

This recipe is Whole 30, Paleo, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Keto, Low Carb and Dairy Free.

How To Make Whole 30 Meatballs – Paleo, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Keto, Low Carb

Step 1: Mix all ingredients together. Be sure not to over-mix to prevent tough meatballs.

Step 2: Roll mixture into balls (approximately the size of golf balls). Wet hands with water during the process to prevent meat from sticking to hands. Transfer to a greased baking dish.

Step 3: Bake at 400ºF for 25-30 minutes. Broil on high 3-4 minutes to brown tops.

What Can Be A Substitute For BreadCrumbs In Meatballs?

This recipe uses almond meal in place of breadcrumbs. But most any mild flavored ground nut would work. I have also seen mashed potatoes used in place of the breadcrumbs, but I have yet to try that method. Once I do, I’ll report back.

Can Meatballs Be Frozen?

Absolutely. Meatballs can be precooked then frozen. Or you can prepare the meatballs and freeze them raw. They should be good in the freezer 2-3 months.

What To Serve With Whole 30 Meatballs:

Spinach Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Broccolini
Roasted Asparagus
Creamy Broccoli Slaw
Roasted Parsley Carrots

What Kind Of Sauce Goes With Whole 30 Meatballs:

Garlic Cilantro Chimichuri, Peach Barbecue Sauce, Bearnaise Sauce or good ol’ Whole 30 Ketchup.

Ingredients In Whole 30 Meatballs:

Ground Beef
Ground Pork
Large Eggs
Almond Meal
Onion Powder
Garlic Powder
Garlic Cloves
Fresh Rosemary

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Garlic Rosemary Whole 30 Meatballs

These Garlic Rosemary Whole 30 Meatballs are an easy, nutritious and versatile dinner recipe. Meatballs make a great healthy main course, then just add vegetables on the side. This recipe is Whole 30, Paleo, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Keto, Low Carb and Dairy Free.

Cuisine American

Keyword keto, meatballs, paleo, whole30

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings

Calories 814kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Ingredients

1 Lb Ground Beef
1 Lb Ground Pork
2 Large Eggs
1/4-1/2 Cup Almond Meal* (or breadcrumbs for non Whole30)
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/2 teaspoon Ground Pepper
3 Garlic Cloves (chopped)
1 teaspoon Chopped Fresh Rosemary
Extra Garlic Cloves and Rosemary for Roasting Dish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400ºF
Mix all ingredients together. Be sure not to over-mix to prevent tough meatballs.
Roll mixture into balls (approximately the size of golf balls). Wet hands with water during the process to prevent meat from sticking to hands. Transfer to a greased baking dish.
Tuck whole garlic cloves and rosemary sprigs down in between meatballs.
Bake at 400ºF for 25-30 minutes (depending on size). Broil on high 3-4 minutes to brown tops.

Notes

*For extra lean ground meats use 1/4 cup almond meal to avoid dry meatballs.

Makes 18-20 meatballs depending on size. Nutrition info is based on approximately 4 meatballs per serving.

Nutrition

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How to Support Your Gut Health

Nicole Harris — Sat, 20 Oct 2018 20:45:51 +0000

Learn How to Support your Gut Health with simple daily habits. A healthy routine, nutritious foods and hydration will help you feel great!

This post has been sponsored by Danone US, LLC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

How to Support Gut Health*

Honestly, these tips could be labeled “How To Start a Healthy Routine”. Gut health has been tied to good overall health just like heart health, oral health and mental health.

A healthy lifestyle is an important part of helping you look and feel good. And supporting gut health can be part of that.

Activia® Strawberry Lowfat Probiotic Yogurt is an easy addition to your healthy diet, plus it has billions of live and active probiotics in every cup! I began incorporating Activia into my diet a few months back because I was wanting to make supporting my gut health* a part of my lifestyle.

You can now find the Activia Strawberry Yogurt 4 packs at your local Walgreens (←store locator link) or Duane Reade. So for a quick snack that supports your digestive health*, go grab a pack.

If you have concerns about your overall health or medial issues, please consult with your doctor.

Tips for a Healthy Lifestyle

Probiotics: Look for foods labelled with “probiotics” like Activia Probiotic Yogurt (not all yogurts!) for a health benefit backed by research.*

Chill: Lowering stress is good for every aspect of life, including your body. Be sure to take some moments to yourself to recenter and calm any anxious energy.

Stretch It Out: Relaxed stretching or yoga can be great for your belly and it also helps you to be in tune with your body.

Hydration: This should just be a life rule. Hydration is one of the most important things for your body. If you find it difficult to drink enough water throughout the day, add some flavor. Infused water isn’t just for fancy country clubs. Add a slice of lemon and a sprig of mint like in the photo below. This will make it easier to get the amount of water you need daily.

Healthy Diet: Fermented foods, probiotic foods, high fiber meals, garlic and lots of veggies. These all can be added as part of an overall healthy diet.

Quit Bad Habits: Reduce Caffeine and Alcohol Use . . . and don’t smoke.

What is the Takeaway?

Well, as studies, medical professionals and our mothers have been saying for years . . . a healthy lifestyle is a big part of helping you truly feel your best.

I know, I know. You love your frappuccinos, glasses of wine and slices of cheesecake. I’m not saying it is necessary to give up your favorites. I would NEVER! But we can be more mindful of our bodies and what we are putting into them. Right?

I am far from perfect, a constant work in progress. So if I can transform my lifestyle by adding small healthy habits over time, like choosing Activia Probiotic Yogurt for a snack, and so can you.

*Activia® may help reduce the frequency of minor digestive discomfort. Consume twice a day for two weeks as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Minor digestive discomfort includes bloating, gas, abdominal discomfort & rumbling.

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5 Ingredient Breakfast Rice

Nicole Harris — Mon, 06 Mar 2017 23:26:41 +0000

This 5 Ingredient Breakfast Rice Recipe is a dish from my childhood. Not only is it quick and easy but a 3rd grader can make it. . . I did. Sweet white rice swimming in milk and butter with a sprinkle of cinnamon. Top this comforting breakfast bowl with you favorite fruit, nuts or yogurt.

I am proud to be a Stonyfield Clean Plate Club Member. This post is in partnership with Stonyfield.

Did you ever have one of those amazing summers during your childhood that was just filled with carefree fun, friends, dirt and play? Mine was after my third grade school year. I was a bit of a tomboy and that summer I lived next to four brothers, Brandon, Justin, Cliffton and Austin. We played barefoot from sun up to sun down and returned home coated in dirt, battle wounds and sticky goo from dripping popsicles.

It was the best!

What does this all have to do with breakfast rice? Well, those brothers taught me how to make this dish. In fact, this was the first recipe I ever made unsupervised. Brandon was the oldest so he was in charge of making the minute rice. All of us other kids fought over who would get to add the copious amounts of butter and sugar. This recipe is a more grown up version of my childhood breakfast rice. Honestly, ours was mostly sugar . . . lots and lots of sugar. Hey, I was an 80’s kid. There was no organic, gluten-free, healthy superfoods. Just sugar, sugar and more sugar!…oh, and some butter!

This breakfast rice is great because it is quick and easy to make. Eat it plain or top it with your favorite fruit, nuts, sweetener or yogurt. I added sliced bananas and Stonyfield Organic 100% Grass-fed Vanilla Yogurt.

Stonyfield has an exciting announcement, they are now B Corp Certified. Basically that means the they are on a mission to create food that is good for us, our kids and the environment. So maybe all kids can have that perfect summer playing outside and enjoying nature. Learn more about Stonyfield B Corp Certification here >> https://www.stonyfield.com/bcorp

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5 Ingredient Breakfast Rice

Ingredients:

1 Cup Jasmine Rice – rinsed/drained
1¾ Cups Water
1/3 Cup Whole Milk
2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
2 Tablespoon Sugar

Instructions:

In a large sauté pan, bring rice and water to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 15-20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Once rice is tender, reduce heat to low then stir in milk, butter and sugar. Heat and stir 1-2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved.
Serve warm topped with cinnamon, fruit, nuts, yogurt, honey, maple syrup or any other preferred toppings.

Here are a few more sweet rice recipes >>>

Brazilian Coconut Rice by Oh, Sweet Basil
Coconut Sticky Sweet Rice with Mango by Fifteen Spatulas
Portuguese Rice Pudding by A Family Feast
Brown Rice Pudding by WonkyWonderful

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Holiday Jeweled Krispy Treats

Nicole Harris — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 00:35:57 +0000

These Holiday Jeweled Krispy Treats are great for a last minute Christmas or New Year’s dessert. This crispy treat recipe is inspired by fruit cake with a hint of rum flavor and colorful candied fruit!

Every year I buy several containers of candied fruit with the intention of attempting to recreate my Grandma’s famous fruit cake recipe. And every year I totally drop the ball and have to figure out ways to use up all that candied fruit. Last year I made White Chocolate Fruitcake Fudge. This year I made these Holiday Jeweled Krispy Treats and will be making another fruit cake inspired recipe before Christmas.

The holiday season is very busy but I could make time to bake a fruit cake. I think subconciously I just don’t want to be disappointed. My grandma made The Best fruit cake. Unfortunately, when she passed away her much loved recipe was nowhere to be found.

Her famous fruit cake was super moist and full of cheerful candied fruit. Oh, and the cake was swimming in booze! I’m not even sure if it was brandy or rum because the last time I had a slice I was 15 years old. I didn’t know the difference between brandy or rum. She was also from Germany so who knows if she put some secret German flair inside her cakes.

I’m sure I’ll try to recreate the recipe someday. But for now maybe I’ll just stick to fruit cake inspired recipes while I reminisce about my grandma’s perfect cakes.

Here are a few traditional fruit cake recipes from around the web:

Christmas Fruit Cake by Closet Cooking
Old English Dark Fruitcake by Rock Recipes
Christmas Upside Down Cake by King Arthur Flour – Flourish

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Holiday Jeweled Krispy Treats

These Holiday Jeweled Krispy Treats are great for a last minute Christmas or New Year's dessert.

Servings

Author Nicole Harris

Ingredients

1 Package Standard Large Marshmallows 16 oz
2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter - cut into small cubes
1/2 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
1/8 teaspoon Rum Extract
6 Cups Crispy Rice Cereal that's a little less than 1 standard box
1 Cup Mini Marshmallows
1 Cup Chopped Candied Red & Green Cherries and Pineapple found in the seasonal baking section

Instructions

Prepare a 9x9 pan by lining with foil and generously greasing with shortening.
In an extra large bowl, combine large marshmallows and butter. Microwave for 1½-2 minutes until marshmallows become a large blob. Remove from microwave and immediately stir in vanilla and rum extract. Stir until combined and butter is completely melted.
Add crispy rice cereal and stir until half way mixed. Then add mini marshmallows and candied fruit. Stir mixture until fully combined.
Transfer to prepared pan. Press down until crispy treats are even and firm. Cover and refrigerate 2+ hours to set.
Remove treats from pan and peel off foil. Cut into 9 squares.

Check out these easy holiday treats. . .

Pumpkin Spiced Crispy Treats
Hot Chocolate Fudge
Gingerbread Fudge

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Chipotle Black Bean Dip

Nicole Harris — Sat, 28 May 2016 22:19:41 +0000

If you are looking for a new twist on boring old bean dip, try this Chipotle Black Bean Dip Recipe! Black beans, chipotle, adobo and lime blended to make this fantastic homemade cold dip. The perfect summertime snack!

My favorite summer food: DIP! I love just about anything that I can dip into. I especially love when they are super easy like this Chipotle Black Bean Dip. Seriously, blend a handful of ingredients together and you have this awesome homemade dip. We don’t need those pop-top metal cans of bean dip anymore. Oh no, we can do it ourselves. And do it better!

Plus, you better believe that this dip is sooooo much healthier than any dip coming out of a metal can! Don’t get me wrong, the canned bean dip has it’s place and I have eaten my fair share. A spontaneous lake trip, camping, dinner at a gas station or if the apocalypse happens. Canned bean dip is totally appropriate for all of those scenarios. For every other occasion . . . you should start making your own. Trust me.

I got my bean dip as smooth as butter thanks to my VITAMIX 5200 . . . {aka} THE MACHINE.

So that’s it. Blend your dip then serve with salsa, cilantro, sour cream and your favorite chips.

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Chipotle Black Bean Dip

Author Nicole Harris

Ingredients

2 Cans Organic Black Beans - drained and rinsed 15oz
1 Garlic Clove - chopped
1 Small Chipotle Pepper - chopped
1 Tablespoon Adobo Sauce
Juice of 1 Lime
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil or to desired consistency
Handful Fresh Cilantro
Pinch Sea Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon Cumin

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in blender. Process until smooth.
Serve with salsa, sour cream and tortilla chips.

Notes

Makes 2½ Cups
Omit chipotle pepper for mild bean dip.

More To Dip Into. . .

Dill Pickle Dip

Salsa Guac

Cheesy Bean Dip

I received a Vitamix to facilitate this recipe post.

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