Family Style Meatloaf - Living The Gourmet

When you want to have a cozy dinner at home, this family style meatloaf recipe is a great choice. This meatloaf is made with ground beef, onions, garlic, and tasty spices, and the whole family is sure to love it.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and parsley

Mix until well combined

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and shape into a loaf

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until cooked through and browned on top

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing

Serve slices of meatloaf with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Stuffed Orange Ice Cream

This refreshing ice cream combines the citrusy flavor of oranges with the creamy richness of a classic ice cream base, creating a delightful treat that's perfect for hot summer days.

Ingredients:

• 6 oranges
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Scoop out the flesh from the top quarter of each orange to make orange cups

Take the orange juice out of the strainer and set it aside

Mix sugar, vanilla extract, salt, heavy cream, and whole milk in a bowl until the sugar is gone

Add the orange juice that you saved

Put the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn it according to the machine's directions until it gets thick

Put the churned ice cream into the orange cups that have been set up

Put plastic wrap over it and freeze for about 4 hours, or until it's firm

Enjoy! Serve cold

Sun-dried Tomato Mushroom Pizza with Arugula and Balsamic Vinegar - NattWrobel

On this tasty Sun-dried Tomato Mushroom Pizza with Arugula and Balsamic Vinegar, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, and fresh arugula are layered on top of a crispy pizza crust. Some balsamic vinegar on top gives each bite a tangy kick. You can make this fancy pizza at home without much trouble.

Ingredients:

• 1 pizza dough store-bought or homemade
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
• 1 cup mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup fresh arugula
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 475F 245C

Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness

Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet

Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce

Evenly distribute the sun-dried tomatoes and sliced mushrooms over the cheese

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned

While the pizza is baking, in a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and olive oil

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly for a minute or two

Before serving, drizzle the balsamic vinegar and olive oil mixture over the hot pizza

Top the pizza with fresh arugula leaves

Slice and enjoy your Sun-dried Tomato Mushroom Pizza with Arugula and Balsamic Vinegar!

Chicken Stir-fry

Stir-fried chicken with vibrant veggies and a flavorful sauce that is quick and easy to prepare. Ideal for a hectic weeknight meal!

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil

Set aside

Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat

Add minced garlic and grated ginger

Saut for 30 seconds

Add sliced chicken and stir-fry until no longer pink, about 3-4 minutes

Remove chicken from the pan and set aside

In the same pan, add more oil if needed and stir-fry the vegetables until they are tender-crisp, about 5 minutes

Return the cooked chicken to the pan and pour the sauce mixture over everything

Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve hot over steamed rice

Enjoy your delicious Chicken Stir-fry!

Blueberry-Lemon Parfait

This Blueberry-Lemon Parfait is a delicious treat that combines fresh blueberries, tangy lemon zest, creamy Greek yogurt, and crunchy granola. That makes a quick and healthy breakfast or a delicious dessert!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 cups Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 cup granola
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt and honey until well combined

In serving glasses, layer the yogurt mixture, fresh blueberries, and granola

Sprinkle lemon zest on each layer for a burst of flavor

Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled, finishing with a layer of granola on top

Garnish with fresh mint leaves

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Flourless Fudgy Keto Brownies

Enjoy these rich, fudgy brownies that don't need any flour and are great for people on a ketogenic diet. They are rich, moist, and sugar-free because they are made with cocoa powder and almond butter.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup powdered erythritol
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips optional

Instructions:

Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up

Spray or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with cooking spray

Powdered erythritol, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt should all be mixed together in a bowl

Mix everything together well

If you want to, fold in sugar-free chocolate chips

Spread out the batter in the baking pan that has been prepared

It's done when the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out with wet crumbs on it

Let the brownies cool all the way in the pan before you cut them into squares

Serve and have fun!

Vegan Yucca Fries with Roast Garlic Aioli

The outside of these vegan yucca fries is crispy, and the inside is soft. They come with a creamy roast garlic aioli. It's great as a snack or a side dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 large yucca roots, peeled and cut into fries
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 head of garlic
• 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 425F 220C

In a large bowl, toss the yucca fries with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated

Spread the seasoned yucca fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Cut the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves, drizzle with a little olive oil, and wrap in aluminum foil

Place the wrapped garlic on the baking sheet with the yucca fries

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the yucca fries are golden brown and crispy

While the fries are baking, prepare the roast garlic aioli

Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a bowl

Mash the roasted garlic with a fork until smooth

Add vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and salt to the mashed garlic, and mix until well combined

Serve the hot yucca fries with the roast garlic aioli on the side for dipping

Enjoy!