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NFL GameDay Treats & Snacks

With the first Super Bowl event this Sunday at home, large sports gatherings are quite different for 2021. I had fun in the kitchen learning and creating tasty GameDay Bite-Size treats and snacks that are simple and affordable. The snacks are Zucchini Bite-Size Balls with Southern Creole Dipping Sauce and Wonton Taco Cups. The treats are Mini Silk Chocolate Apple and Walnut Pies.

Zucchini Bite-Size Balls

Ingredients for the Zucchini Bite-Size Balls
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Shred the Zucchini
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Place Garlic Cloves in Hot Water (5mins), easier to peel the shell.
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Squeeze as much water out as possible. (Preferably use a cheese cloth)
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Butternut Squash, Zucchini, Parmesan Cheese, Panko Bread Crumb, 2 eggs, 2 garlic cloves & add your favorite seasonings. Fried the Zucchini Bite-Size Balls in Avocado Oil for at least 4-6 minutes on each side.
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Zucchini Bite-Size Balls with a Southern Creole Dipping Sauce.
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Mini Silk Chocolate Apple Pies

Ingredients for Mini Silk Chocolate Apple & Walnut Pies (Gluten-free) (Whole Foods)
Honey Crisp and Granny Smith Apples
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
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Slice Apples and Chop Walnuts
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Carefully align the apples (flower design)
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Top with Walnuts and Sprinkle Cinnamon. Baked at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
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Baked Mini Silk Chocolate Apple and Walnut Pies, drizzled with an Apricot glaze.
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Wonton Taco Cups

Spread the Olive Oil in each muffin mold. Lay down 3 wonton wraps and then lightly spray oil on top of the wraps. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. (Vegan Wonton Wraps)
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Jennie-O (Ralphs), Ground Turkey Meat. Season with your favorite herbs.
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Use an Ice Cream scooper to fill the wonton cups for equally sized portions.
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Before adding chopped bell peppers to the wonton cups, I recommend sautéing first. One half is topped with the bell-peppers and the other half is sprinkled with parmesan cheese. Lightly brush the edges of the wonton cups with melted unsalted butter. Bake for 15 minutes.
NFL Game Day Snacks & Treats
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These are just a few snacks and treats you can enjoy with the family this weekend for Super Bowl Sunday. Serve the Mini Silk Chocolate Apple Pies at chill temperature (Product is Raised Gluten-free). The Zucchini Bite-Size Balls have a crunchy outside with a creamy gooey inside. The Wonton Taco Cups can be topped with scallions, sour cream, or my favorite avocado slices. Let us know, how one of these NFL Game Day Treats or Snacks worked out for you and your family. Have a great weekend and enjoy the game!!

Stay safe and vigilant,

HippieSrirachaGirl

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Vegan Apple Tart

Tarts can be sweet or savoury, modern day tarts are filled with fruit or custards. Either you can prepare an open or closed tart and this post illustrate both options. A flaky outside with a golden sweet crust with a tangy and cinnamony inside filled with honey crisp apples. This simple dessert was made under an hour, which includes both the preparation and baking in the oven. This simple Vegan Tart can be for you alone or for your loved ones.

Ingredients for the Vegan Apple Tart: Organic Roasted Cinnamon, Organic Apricot Jam, 5 Apples, 1 large brown egg, 1 lemon, Light Brown Sugar and Aussie’s Vegan Puff Pastry.
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*Side Note: Prior to preparation for the Tart, take your Puff Pastry out of the freezer and allow it to thaw out for approximately 40-45 minutes.

Slice 5 Apples: choose your favorite apple; for either a sweet or tangy fruit Tart. Preheat oven for 400 degrees.
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Squeeze Lemon over the apples, thus preventing them from browning. The lemon also adds a slight tanginess to the sweet apples.
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Glistening sliced apples after squeezing the fresh lemon juice.
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After the Puff Pastry is evenly thawed out, roll it onto a sheet of Parchment Paper. Use one large brown egg and whisk into a small bowl. Now on the outer frame of the puff pastry, brush the egg wash on the outer edges, this adds a beautiful golden crust to the tart.
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Carefully align the sliced apples within the frame of the Puff Pastry. Lightly sprinkle the light brown sugar and roasted cinnamon mixture (1/2cup) over the apples. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
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As soon as you take the tart out of the oven, immediately drizzle Organic Apricot Jam over the dessert. Simply mix Apricot Jam and water for 15-20 seconds in the microwave to loosen up the jam. Slide the tart from the parchment paper and onto a hard surface, thus allow cooling before cutting the first slice.
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A closed Vegan Apple Tart – Layered in a flower-like design.
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Again lightly sprinkle the mixture of roasted cinnamon and light brown sugar over the apples.
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For the closed Vegan Puff Pastry, brush the rest of the egg wash on the outside of this tart.
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This is right out of the oven with a Golden brown crust, now glaze the Apricot Jam to add a hint of crust flavor and shimmer to the dessert.
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Quickly, add the Apricot Jam on top for a delectable golden-color and texture! Enjoy both an open and closed Vegan Apple Tart.
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This Vegan Apple Tart is just the right amount of sweetness, one slice of this treat will have your friends and family back at your front door and of course at a safe distance. Leave a comment below on how the dessert turned out for you in your kitchen!

Stay safe and viligant!

HippieSrirachaGirl

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Harissa Salmon & Broccoli, a North African Lunch

Harissa Salmon & Broccoli delivered from Martha & Marley Spoon, is a warm spicy tone of traditional North African spices. 30 minutes from prep to table. If you are looking for a meal with complex flavors, the Harissa Salmon & Broccoli with Almonds over a bed of Israeli Couscous is just what you are looking for. The flavor profile in this meal includes a combination of a variety of red chile peppers and an assortment of herbs.

Included in the kit is a recipe card that shares a tidbit of information on the dish. I learned Harissa paste is a staple of North African cooking cuisine and the peppers are packed with bold richness. In one bite you are transported to the lavish flavors of North African cuisine through this traditional spice that can be used in stews, curries, and roasted vegetables!

Ingredients from Martha & Marley Spoon
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Chopped garlic, sliced lemon, red onions and broccoli along with 2 teaspoons of lemon zest
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Add in 1 teaspoon of olive oil to the Israeli couscous over medium-high heat
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Continue to stir and cook until Golden Brown, 3-4 minutes
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Add in 3/4 cup water, chopped garlic, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of vegan butter (substituted for regular butter). Cook for 10-12 minutes, on low heat
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Toss vegetables in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and black pepper, cook time: 15 minutes at 425 degrees
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Season Salmon with 1 teaspoon of Harissa Spice and 1 tablespoon of olive oil
Pat dry before adding the seasoning
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Roasted vegetables & almonds along with cooked Salmon, cooked for 8-10 minutes at 425 degrees
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Harissa Salmon & Broccoli with Almonds over a bed of Israeli Couscous
with a lemon wedge on the side
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Dressing for the Salmon and roasted vegetables: of pinch of Harissa Spice, 1 tablespoon of oil, one wedge of lemon juice, a sprinkle of black pepper and I used a teaspoon of honey (substituted for white sugar).

Thank you Martha & Marley Spoon for this recipe. Simple ingredients with bold flavors, cooked on a cookie sheet pan in under 30 minutes!

Stay healthy and vigilant!

Thank you,

HSG

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Breakfast Egg Rolls

Breakfast can include a range of creative dishes. This Breakfast dish is inspired from @nadiyajhussian of her @netflix series, “Time to Eat.” Changed a few of the ingredients: used Brown Rice Tortilla’s (Wheat and Gluten-free), Garlic Spread-Dip and Parmesan Cheese. When in the Kitchen, Keep it Simple Food Explorers!

Preparation Stage of the Breakfast Egg Roll
Brown Rice Tortilla with Garlic Spread-Dip
Crispy Edges of the Egg
Medium/High Heat
Adhere the Tortilla to the Egg
Rotate in circular motion with your hand
Flip the Egg and Brown Rice Tortilla Over
Cook both sides evenly
Sprinkle the Parmesan Cheese or your favorites
The Breakfast Egg Roll

The Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Brown Rice Tortilla’s and Garlic Spread-Dip are from Trader Joe’s.

Let us know what you think of the Breakfast Egg Roll below. Stay healthy and vigilant!

Thank you,

HSG