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Blackberry Martini

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A bright and fruity cocktail that looks like blackberries in color. Great for a drink in the evening or a special event. Ingredients: 2 oz vodka 1 oz blackberry liqueur 1/2 oz fresh lime juice 1/2 oz simple syrup 4-5 fresh blackberries Instructions: Fresh blackberries should be muddled in a shaker In a shaker, mix vodka, blackberry liqueur, lime juice, and simple syrup Put ice in the shaker and shake it well Pour the mix through a strainer into a martini glass Add a skewer of fresh blackberries as a garnish Serve and have fun!

Quick and Easy Macaroon Recipe

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These quick and easy macaroons are a delightful treat that you can whip up in no time. With just a few simple ingredients, you'll have deliciously sweet and chewy coconut cookies that everyone will love. Ingredients: 2 cups shredded coconut 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon almond extract Pinch of salt Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper In a large bowl, mix together the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, almond extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet Bake the macaroons in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they turn golden brown Remove the macaroons from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to ...

Rainbow Sangria

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This rainbow sangria is a refreshing and vibrant drink perfect for any occasion. With a blend of fresh fruits, white wine, and a hint of sweetness from honey and orange liqueur, it's a delightful and colorful twist on traditional sangria. Ingredients: 1 bottle white wine 1 cup sliced strawberries 1 cup sliced oranges 1 cup sliced lemons 1 cup sliced limes 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup raspberries 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup orange liqueur 2 cups sparkling water or lemon-lime soda Instructions: In a large pitcher, combine white wine, sliced strawberries, oranges, lemons, limes, blueberries, raspberries, honey, and orange liqueur Stir gently to combine, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow flavors to meld Before serving, stir in sparkling water or lemon-lime soda Serve over ice and garnish with additional fruit slices if desired

Cremini Mushroom Chili

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This vegan Cremini Mushroom Chili is loaded with vegetables and spices, making it a hearty and flavorful dish. It's also gluten-free, making it suitable for a wide range of dietary needs. Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped 1 jalapeo pepper, seeded and chopped 1 lb cremini mushrooms, sliced 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 can 28 oz diced tomatoes 2 cups vegetable broth 2 tbsp chili powder 1 tbsp cumin 1 tsp smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish Instructions: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat Add the onion, garlic, bell peppers, and jalapeo pepper Saut until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes Add the mushrooms and cook for another 5 mi...

Tipsy Lemonade & Peach Iced Tea

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A delicious mix of sour lemonade and sweet peach iced tea, spiked with vodka and peach schnapps to make a drink that is both refreshing and a little bit enticing. Ingredients: 4 oz vodka 4 oz peach schnapps 8 oz lemonade 8 oz peach iced tea Sliced peaches and lemon for garnish Instructions: In a shaker, combine vodka, peach schnapps, lemonade, and peach iced tea Shake well Fill glasses with ice and pour the mixture into each glass Garnish with slices of peach and lemon Serve chilled and enjoy!

Homemade Whole and White Wheat Pasta

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This homemade pasta recipe combines the nuttiness of whole wheat flour with the lightness of white wheat flour to create a nutritious and flavorful pasta dish. Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup white wheat flour 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt Water, as needed Instructions: Put the whole wheat flour and white wheat flour in a large bowl and mix them together There should be a well in the middle of the flour mixture Crack the eggs into it Put salt and olive oil into the well Mix the flour into the egg mixture slowly with a fork until a dough forms For five to seven minutes, knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until it gets smooth and stretchy Cover the dough with plastic wrap and leave it out for at least 30 minutes to rise Once the dough has had time to rest, cut it into small pieces and use a pasta machine or a rolling pin to ...