3 Ingredient Banana Bread

 

Ingredients:

3 ripe bananas mashed up

2 eggs

1 box of yellow cake mix

nuts are optional~

Directions:

Mash the bananas

Mix in your eggs

add nuts now if you are using them

Then mix in the cake mix.

Bake in 2 small loaf pans

for about 40 mins at 350 degrees.

You can freeze one of the loaves for later.

Healthy Honey Roasted Carrots

 

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds carrots, peeled and cut all the same size,(I used Earth Exotics)

2 Tablespoons olive oil

3 Tablespoons honey

1 Tablespoon brown sugar

freshly-ground salt and pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

In a bowl, combine the honey and brown sugar. Microwave for about 15 seconds. Just enough to melt the honey.

Coat the carrots with the olive oil, salt and pepper. Add in the honey mixture until evenly coated

Spread in an even layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 15 minutes. Remove tray and keep the oven door closed to retain heat. Using tongs, turn the carrots over and return to the oven for another 30 minutes or until they start to carmalize.

Marlene Says

per serving To get my carrots to look the way they do, I purchased Petites Carottes Epluchees (Peeled Baby Carrots. They come in 8 ounce bags.

Chunky Monkey Cottage Cheese Ice Cream: A Creamy, Guilt-Free Delight

 

Ingredients

2 cups full-fat cottage cheese

2 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks or chips

1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for extra chocolate flavor)

Directions

Prepare the Base: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, frozen bananas, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and cocoa powder (if using). Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides of the blender or food processor a few times to ensure everything is well incorporated.

Fold in Mix-ins: Once the base is smooth, transfer it to a mixing bowl. Gently fold in the dark chocolate chunks and chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Freeze: Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container, spreading it out evenly. Cover the container with a lid or plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the ice cream is firm enough to scoop.

Serve: When ready to serve, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes to soften slightly. Scoop into bowls and enjoy!

Mexican Tortilla Casserole

 

 WHAT YOU NEED :

1lb. ground beef

1/2 cup diced onion

1 pack taco seasoning mix

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1 can refried beans

1 cup prepared rice

1 can Mexican blend corn, drained

4-5 large flour tortillas

8 oz of thick chunky salsa

HOW TO MAKE IT:

Spray a casserole baking dish with cooking spray. Brown ground beef and onion – then drain.

Add taco seasonings and cook according to package direction.

Lay 1 tortilla in bottom of baking dish and spread 1/3 of beans on it.

Top with 1/3 of the meat and sprinkle on some cheese.

Add 2nd layer tortilla, 1/2 the rice, 1/2 salsa, 1/2 the corn, and cheese.

Add 3rd layer tortilla, 1/3 beans, 1/3meat, cheese.

Add 4 layer tortillas, beans, meat, corn, rice, salsa, and cheese. Bake covered with foil at 350 for about 40 minutes, then uncover and bake 10-15 minutes longer.

Let sit 5 minutes before cutting.

After baking, top with sour cream, diced onions, and shredded lettuce if desired.

Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

 Ingredients :

2 eggs

2/3 cup milk

32 Ritz crackers, crushed

1/2 cup chopped onion

4 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1 1/2 lbs ground beef

1/2 cup ketchup

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon mustard

Directions :

Preheat oven to 350.

Beat eggs. Add milk and crackers. Stir in onion and cheese. Add ground beef. Mix well. Shape into a loaf.

Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.

Combine ketchup, brown sugar and mustard to make topping.

Spoon half of the topping over the meatloaf after 30 mins of baking.

Return loaf to oven for 10 more mins of baking.

Spoon the rest of the topping over meatloaf, return to oven and bake for 5-10 mins more.

Neiman Marcus Cake

Ingredients:

1 box cake mix, any flavor

1 stick butter

2 eggs

1 cup chopped nuts

ICING

1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened

1 (16-ounce) box powdered sugar

1 egg

Directions:

Blend cake mix, butter and eggs. Mix in nuts. Then spread batter into a greased and floured 13 x 9 pan. Mix all ingredients for icing together. Then pour icing on top of the cake batter. Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.

Herb & Cheese Quick Bread: A Savory Delight in Just One Hour

 Ingredients:

Dry Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tbsp baking powder

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

Wet Ingredients:

1 cup whole milk

2 large eggs

1/4 cup olive oil

Add-ins:

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried thyme)

1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

Optional Topping:

2 tbsp melted butter for brushing the top

Directions:

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Prepare the Ingredients: Shred the cheddar cheese and grate the Parmesan. Chop the fresh herbs and set them aside.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and olive oil until smooth.

Step 4: Combine and Add the Cheese and Herbs

Mix Everything Together: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Add the Cheese and Herbs: Fold in the shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, parsley, thyme, and chives. The batter will be thick.

Step 5: Bake the Bread

Transfer to the Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.

Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 6: Optional Topping

Brush with Butter: If desired, brush the top of the warm bread with melted butter for extra richness.

How to Prepare:

Storage: Store any leftover bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Serving Suggestion: Serve warm with butter or alongside soups, stews, or a fresh salad.

Preparation Time:

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 45-50 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes