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INGREDIENTS:

  • 12 jalapeños
  • 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 slices bacon

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Halve the jalapeños lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
  5. Wrap each jalapeño half in a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
  6. Place the jalapeño poppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing.

TIPS:

  • If you want to make your jalapeño poppers extra spicy, leave some of the seeds and ribs in the peppers.
  • For a smokier flavor, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until it is crispy before wrapping it around the jalapeños.
  • If you don't have any toothpicks, you can use kitchen skewers to secure the bacon around the jalapeños.
  • Jalapeño poppers can be made ahead of time and assembled in the baking dish. Simply cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, let the poppers sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.


BENEFITS :

Jalapeño poppers with bacon are a delicious and satisfying appetizer that also offers some health benefits.

  • Jalapeños are a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium. They also contain capsaicin, a compound that has been shown to boost metabolism, reduce inflammation, and have pain-relieving properties.
  • Bacon is a good source of protein, iron, and zinc. It also contains oleic acid, a type of monounsaturated fat that is beneficial for heart health.

VARIATIONS :

There are many ways to vary the jalapeño poppers recipe. Here are a few ideas:

  • Use different types of cheese. Instead of cheddar cheese, try using Monterey Jack cheese, Pepper Jack cheese, or even blue cheese.
  • Add other vegetables. In addition to green onions, try adding other chopped vegetables to the cheese mixture, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or tomatoes.
  • Use different types of bacon. Instead of regular bacon, try using smoked bacon, maple bacon, or even candied bacon.
  • Add a breading. For a crispier jalapeño popper, try dipping each jalapeño half in a beaten egg and then breading it in breadcrumbs before wrapping it in bacon.
  • Make them spicy. If you want your jalapeño poppers to be extra spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the cheese mixture.


NUTRITION VALUE:

A single jalapeño popper with bacon typically contains the following nutrients:

  • Calories: 70
  • Total fat: 4 grams
  • Saturated fat: 2 grams
  • Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
  • Sodium: 200 milligrams
  • Carbohydrates: 4 grams
  • Fiber: 1 gram
  • Protein: 3 grams
  • Vitamin A: 10% of the Daily Value (DV)
  • Vitamin C: 5% of the DV
  • Calcium: 2% of the DV
  • Iron: 3% of the DV

It is important to note that the nutrition value of jalapeño poppers with bacon can vary depending on the ingredients used and the serving size. For example, if you use full-fat cream cheese and bacon, the poppers will be higher in calories and fat. Additionally, if you add more cheese to the poppers, they will also be higher in calories and fat.

Overall, jalapeño poppers with bacon are a nutritious appetizer option. They are a good source of protein, vitamins A and C, and iron. However, it is important to be mindful of the portion size you consume, as the poppers can be high in calories and fat.

Enjoy! 😋😋

JALAPEÑO POPPERS WITH BACON RECIPE

 


INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 (15.25 ounce) cans whole kernel corn
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Garnishes: sliced scallions, fresh jalapeño slices, or chopped cilantro.
  • To serve: carrot and celery sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Spray a 2.5-qt. casserole dish with cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl stir together corn, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup of the cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup of the pepper jack cheese, garlic powder, and chili powder until evenly combined.
  4. Pour the corn mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and pepper jack cheese over the top.
  6. Bake in preheated oven, uncovered, for 25-35 minutes, until the edges bubble and just start to brown.
  7. Serve hot with fresh cut vegetables, tortilla chips, or crackers.



TIPS:

  • For a creamier dip, use whole milk cream cheese instead of reduced-fat or fat-free cream cheese.
  • To make the dip ahead of time, assemble the dip as directed but do not bake. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to serve, bake as directed.
  • If you want a spicier dip, add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the corn mixture before baking.
  • For a fun twist, try serving the dip with tortilla chips and your favorite Mexican toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.
Enjoy! 😋😋

HOT CORN DIP RECIPE

 


INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (your choice)
  • 1/4 cup cooked shredded chicken (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions (optional)
  • Salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for serving (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Lay one tortilla flat on a clean work surface.

  3. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese evenly over half of the tortilla.

  4. If using, add cooked shredded chicken, chopped bell peppers, and chopped onions on top of the cheese.

  5. Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the fillings.

  6. Repeat steps 2-5 with the remaining tortilla and fillings.

  7. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.

  8. Place the folded quesadillas in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

  9. Air fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  10. Remove the quesadillas from the air fryer and cut them into wedges.

  11. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.


TIPS:

  • You can customize your quesadillas with your favorite fillings, such as black beans, corn, or cooked ground beef.

  • If you don't have an air fryer, you can cook the quesadillas in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Enjoy! 😋😋

AIR FRYER QUESADILLA RECIPE

 


INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 cup steel-cut oats
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot or onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 1/4 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
TOPPINGS:
  • Fried or poached egg
  • Avocado slices
  • Sriracha or hot sauce
  • Chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, or cilantro)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Toasted nuts or seeds

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallot or onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  2. Add the oats, vegetable broth or water, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 20-25 minutes.

  3. Divide the oatmeal into bowls and top with your desired toppings.



TIPS:

  • For a richer flavor, cook the oats in a combination of vegetable broth and water.

  • Add other vegetables to the oatmeal while cooking, such as diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.

  • Experiment with different toppings to create your own savory oatmeal combinations.

  • Savory oatmeal is a great way to start your day with a nutritious and filling meal.

Enjoy! 😋😋

SAVORY OATMEAL RECIPE

 


INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 1 pound fettuccine noodles
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) Alfredo sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, fettuccine noodles, Alfredo sauce, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, bread crumbs, melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.



TIPS:

  • For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of half-and-half.
  • Add 1/2 cup of cooked vegetables, such as broccoli, peas, or mushrooms, to the mixture.
  • To make the dish ahead of time, assemble the casserole as directed but do not bake. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  • Serve with a side salad or crusty bread.
Enjoy! 😋😋

CHEESY CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA BAKE RECIPE

 



INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 loaf French bread
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Toppings of your choice, such as pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, peppers, etc.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Cut the French bread loaf in half lengthwise.
  3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over both halves of the bread.
  4. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
  5. Add your desired toppings.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.



TIPS:

  • Use a good quality pizza sauce. This will make a big difference in the taste of your pizzas.
  • Don't overload the pizzas with toppings. Too many toppings will make them soggy.
  • If you are using toppings that need to be cooked, such as sausage or mushrooms, cook them before adding them to the pizzas.
  • Be careful not to overcook the pizzas, or the bread will become dry and hard.
  • Serve the pizzas with your favorite dipping sauces, such as marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or blue cheese dressing.
Enjoy! 😋😋

OVEN-BAKED FRENCH BREAD PIZZAS RECIPE

 


INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken tenders
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Cooking spray

INSTRUCTIONS:
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice.
  5. In a third bowl, place the panko bread crumbs.
  6. Dredge the chicken tenders in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat in the panko bread crumbs.
  7. Place the chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bread crumbs are golden brown.
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.


TIPS:
  • For extra crispy chicken tenders, bake them for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  • You can also air fry the chicken tenders at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through and crispy.
  • Serve the chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce, such as honey mustard, ranch dressing, or barbecue sauce.
Enjoy! 😋😋

LEMON GARLIC PARMESAN CHICKEN TENDERS RECIPE

 


INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
  3. While spaghetti is cooking, brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in spaghetti sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  6. Drain spaghetti and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Stir to combine.
  7. Pour the spaghetti mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the top.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.


TIPS:

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade spaghetti sauce.
  • If you don't have ground beef, you can use ground turkey, chicken, or sausage instead.
  • Add your favorite vegetables to the sauce, such as mushrooms, peppers, or spinach.
  • Top the spaghetti with additional cheese, such as cheddar or provolone.
Enjoy! 😋😋

BAKED SPAGHETTI RECIPE

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