Gluten-Free Southern Moscow Mule

Indulge in the refreshing flavors of a classic Moscow Mule, but with a gluten-free twist! This cocktail is perfect for any occasion, whether you're entertaining guests or simply relaxing at home.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz gluten-free vodka
• 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
• 4 oz ginger beer gluten-free
• Fresh mint leaves
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

Fill a copper mug or glass with ice cubes

Pour the gluten-free vodka and fresh lime juice over the ice

Top with gluten-free ginger beer

Stir gently to combine

Garnish with fresh mint leaves

Enjoy responsibly!

Corn, Avocado, and Black Bean Salsa

A delightful burst of flavor comes from the sweet corn, the creamy avocado, and the earthy black beans in this cool salsa. Wonderful for dipping chips in or putting on tacos!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen, thawed
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 can 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine the corn, avocado, black beans, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno pepper

Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil

Season with salt and pepper, to taste

Gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Ham & Smoked Gouda Grilled Cheese Breakfast Sandwich

Enjoy this tasty breakfast sandwich made with smoked Gouda cheese, ham, and eggs that are cooked just right between thick-cut bread slices that have been grilled to perfection.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices thick-cut bread
• 8 slices smoked Gouda cheese
• 4 slices ham
• 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Set a skillet on medium heat to warm it up

Put out the bread slices and put two slices of smoked Gouda cheese on top of each half

Place a ham slice on top of the cheese

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-low heat in a different pan

Into the pan goes an egg

Cook it until the whites set but the yolk is still runny

Add pepper and salt

Place the cooked egg on top of the ham slice with care

Add the last few slices of bread to the top of each sandwich to make a sandwich

Cover each sandwich with the rest of the butter

Put the sandwiches in the hot pan with the butter side down

About 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese melts

Take each sandwich out of the pan when it's done and cut it in half diagonally

Enjoy while hot!

LCHF Spinach And Feta Pie

For a keto-friendly meal, this LCHF (Low Carb High Fat) Spinach and Feta Pie is a tasty and filling dish. Since it has eggs, spinach, and feta cheese, it's full of flavor and good for you, but it's low in carbs.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 375F 190C

Grease a pie dish with olive oil

In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat

Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes

Remove from heat and let cool slightly

In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs

Stir in the heavy cream, crumbled feta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper

Add the cooked spinach to the egg mixture and stir to combine

Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pie is set and golden brown on top

Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing and serving

Enjoy your delicious and keto-friendly spinach and feta pie!

Beef and Veggie Skillet

This Beef and Veggie Skillet is an easy, quick, and cheap meal that is full of flavor and good for you. It's great for busy weeknights when you need to quickly make a healthy dinner. It's both filling and healthy because it has ground beef and colorful vegetables in it.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

Set a pan on medium heat and add the olive oil

Add the minced garlic and diced onion and saut until the garlic smells good

Put in the ground beef and cook it until it turns brown

Chop up the zucchini, bell pepper, and corn kernels and add them

Make sure the vegetables are soft

Chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper should all be mixed in now

Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring every now and then, until the flavors blend

Serve hot, and if you want, top with fresh herbs like cilantro

Have fun!

It's always coffee time!

A delightful cocktail that combines the rich flavors of espresso and coffee liqueur with a hint of vodka, perfect for any time of day when you need a pick-me-up.

Ingredients:

• 1 shot of espresso
• 1 ounce coffee liqueur
• 1 ounce vodka
• 1/2 ounce simple syrup
• Ice cubes
• Coffee beans for garnish

Instructions:

Put the vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and simple syrup in a shaker

Put ice cubes in the shaker

Make sure to shake it well until it's cold

Pour the mixture through a strainer into a glass that has been chilled and filled with ice cubes

Add coffee beans as a garnish

Serve and have fun!

Sweet Potato & Black Bean Veggie Burgers

These sweet potato and black bean veggie burgers are gluten-free and vegan, and they are full of flavor and good for you. They are quick and easy to make, and they make a great meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed
• 1 can 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats, ground into flour
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, for cooking

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, black beans, oat flour, red onion, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper

Mix until well combined

Form the mixture into burger patties of desired size and thickness

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat

Cook the patties in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through

Serve the veggie burgers on gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps, topped with your favorite vegan condiments and toppings

Mexican Chocolate Atole Smoothie

You can enjoy the warm and rich flavors of Mexican chocolate atole in the form of a tasty smoothie. With a modern twist, this old-fashioned drink is great to drink on a cold day or as a sweet treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of milk
• 1/4 cup of masa harina corn flour
• 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 pinch of salt
• Whipped cream optional
• Cocoa powder for garnish optional
• Cinnamon sticks for garnish optional

Instructions:

In a blender, combine the milk, masa harina, cocoa powder, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt

Blend until all the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth

Pour the mixture into a saucepan and heat it over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens

This should take about 5-7 minutes

Do not let it boil

Once the mixture has thickened, remove it from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes

Pour the smoothie into glasses and, if desired, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder

You can also garnish with a cinnamon stick for added flair

Serve your Mexican Chocolate Atole Smoothie warm and enjoy!

Vegetarian Fruit Tart

This Vegetarian Fruit Tart is a delicious dessert with a buttery, flaky crust and a bunch of fresh fruits. It's great for any event and will definitely impress!

Ingredients:

• 1 cups all-purpose flour
• cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
• cup powdered sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 cups mixed fresh fruits such as berries, kiwi, and mango
• cup apricot preserves
• 1 tablespoon water

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 375F 190C

In a food processor, combine flour, butter, and powdered sugar

Pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs

Add egg and pulse until dough forms

Press dough into the bottom and up the sides of a tart pan

Prick the bottom with a fork

Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown

Let it cool completely

Arrange mixed fresh fruits on top of the cooled tart crust

In a small saucepan, heat apricot preserves and water over medium heat until melted and smooth

Brush over the fruits

Chill tart in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving

Gulf Shrimp Wedge Salad with Sizzlefish and Blue Cheese

The Gulf Shrimp Wedge Salad is a delicious mix of new tastes and textures. A satisfying and flavorful salad that's great for any event is made with grilled Gulf shrimp, crisp iceberg lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and the rich tanginess of blue cheese.

Ingredients:

• 12 Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into wedges
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup bacon bits
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Warm up a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat

Put the Gulf shrimp in a bowl and add the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper

The shrimp should be grilled for two to three minutes on each side, or until they are pink and fully cooked

Put the wedges of iceberg lettuce on a platter to serve

Put the bacon bits, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and grilled shrimp on top of the lettuce wedges

Add broken up blue cheese to the salad

Add fresh parsley as a garnish

Pour over the salad any dressing that's left over from the shrimp marinade

Serve right away and enjoy!

Creamy Vegan Cauliflower Soup

Feel free to enjoy the creamy goodness of this vegan cauliflower soup. It's a comforting and healthy dish that goes well with any occasion because the flavors go so well together.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium cauliflower, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add chopped onion and garlic, saut until translucent

Add chopped cauliflower and vegetable broth, bring to a boil

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until cauliflower is tender

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth

Stir in coconut milk and nutritional yeast, simmer for another 5 minutes

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired

Low Carb Broccoli Blue Cheese Stromboli

A low carb stromboli filled with steamed broccoli and tangy blue cheese, perfect for those following a ketogenic diet.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup cream cheese
• 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
• 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C

Put almond flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl and mix them together

To the dry mix, add the eggs, mozzarella, and cream cheese

Mix everything together well

Place the dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

On top of that, put another piece of parchment paper and roll the dough into a rectangle shape

Take off the crusty paper on top

Put steamed broccoli florets and blue cheese crumbles on top of the dough

Carefully roll the dough into a log

The parchment paper at the bottom can help you lift and roll it

Pinch the edges of the stromboli together to make a seal

The stromboli should be baked in a hot oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until it is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly

Let the stromboli cool down for a few minutes before cutting it up and serving it