Taco Potatoes

 

Taco Potatoes 

Ingredients:

1 pound lean ground beef 

4 to 6 medium Russet potatoes 

1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning 

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 

½ cup sour cream 

½ cup salsa 

¼ cup chopped green onions 

¼ cup sliced black olives (optional) 

Instructions:

Prepare the Potatoes:

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Scrub the potatoes clean and pierce them several times with a fork.

Place them on a baking sheet and bake for about 45–60 minutes, or until tender.

Cook the Beef:

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.

Drain any excess fat.

Stir in the taco seasoning and follow the packet instructions (usually adding some water and simmering).

Assemble the Taco Potatoes:

Once the potatoes are done, let them cool slightly, then slice them open lengthwise.

Fluff the insides with a fork and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Spoon the seasoned beef over each potato.

Add Toppings:

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the beef so it melts slightly.

Top with a dollop of sour cream, a spoonful of salsa, chopped green onions, and black olives if using.

Serve & Enjoy:

Serve warm and enjoy your delicious taco-style baked potatoes!

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Crockpot Beef and Broccoli

 Crockpot Beef and Broccoli

OMGosh! SO DELISH!

1 pound boneless beef chuck roast, sliced into thin strips

1 cup beef consomme

1/2 cup soy sauce

1/3 cup brown sugar 

1 tablespoon sesame oil

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons cornstarch

2 tablespoons cooled sauce from the crock pot after being cooked

Fresh broccoli florets (as many as desired)

Hot cooked rice

Directions

1. Place beef in a crock pot.

2. In a small bowl, combine consomme, soy sauce, brown sugar, oil, and garlic. Pour over beef. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.

3. In a cup, stir cornstarch and sauce form the crock pot until smooth. Add to crock pot. Stir well to combine. (If your sauce is not thickening, try bringing your sauce to a boil on the stovetop with the corn starch mixture. Boil until your desired consistency is reached).

4. Add broccoli to the crock pot. Stir to combine.

5. Cover and cook an additional 30 minutes on high (the sauce has to boil for it to thicken).

6. Serve over hot cooked rice.

Jalapeño Popper Deviled Eggs

 

Jalapeño Popper Deviled Eggs

Ingredients:  

6 large eggs  

1/4 cup cream cheese, softened  

2 tablespoons mayonnaise  

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard  

2 tablespoons pickled jalapeños, chopped  

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder  

Salt and pepper to taste  

1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese  

Chopped green onions for garnish  

Directions:  

Begin by placing the eggs in a saucepan and covering them with water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pot and remove it from the heat. Let the eggs sit for about 12-15 minutes. Afterward, transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool for a few minutes.  

Once cooled, peel the eggs and slice them in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the yolks and place them in a mixing bowl. Add the cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the yolks. Mash the mixture until smooth and well combined.  

Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of each filled egg.  

For the finishing touch, garnish with chopped green onions. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.  

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes  

Kcal: 120 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

Butterfinger Balls - Don't LOSE this Recipe

 

Butterfinger Balls - Don't LOSE this Recipe

Ingredients:

1 cup peanut butter (ensure it's gluten-free, though most peanut butters are naturally gluten-free)

1/2 cup butter, softened

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (check that it's gluten-free, though most vanilla extracts are)

1 cup powdered sugar (gluten-free, as powdered sugar typically does not contain gluten)

Optional: Gluten-free chocolate for dipping (check labels or use a gluten-free chocolate brand)

Instructions:

The instructions remain the same as the original recipe. Just make sure all your ingredients are labeled gluten-free:

Mix the base: Combine the peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract in a medium-sized bowl. Stir until smooth.

Add powdered sugar: Gradually add powdered sugar, stirring until fully incorporated.

Shape the balls: Roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined sheet.

Chill: Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.

(Optional) Coat with gluten-free chocolate: If desired, dip the balls into gluten-free melted chocolate, then refrigerate to let the chocolate harden.

Serve and enjoy: Once firm, they’re ready to eat!

By using these naturally gluten-free ingredients, you can enjoy the same delicious Butterfinger Balls while keeping them safe for anyone with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease!

Pasta shells with ground beef

 

Pasta shells with ground beef

INGREDIENTS:

1.5 Pound of ground beef

Garlic clove

Black pepper

Sazon perfecta seasoning.

2 cups of medium-size pasta shells

1/4 cup of oil

4 cups of water

2 tablespoons of granulated knorr chicken bouillon

4 tablespoons of the granulated knorr tomato bouillon

3 diced serrano chiles

half of an onion

1 can of Rotel

a handful of chopped cilantro

garlic and onion powder to taste

2 packets of the red sazon

1 bay leaf

INSTRUCTIONS:

1 ) Brown the ground beef with chopped garlic, black pepper, and Sazon perfecta seasoning.

2 ) While the meats is cooking, in a deep skillet brown pasta shells in 1/4 cup of oil (just as you would brown rice a Roni).

3 ) Drain the grease from your ground beef and add the meat to the pasta shells.

4 ) Add 4 cups of water, 2 tablespoons of granulated knorr chicken bouillon, 3 diced serrano chiles, and 4 tablespoons of the granulated knorr tomato bouillon, chop in a half of an onion, a can of Rotel, a handful of chopped cilantro, 2 packets of the red Sazon, one bay leaf, and add garlic and onion powder according to your taste.

5 ) Stir and cover cook on medium-high until your shells are aldente. serve! and enjoy this easy Mexican pasta shells with ground beef recipe.

Dollywood Cinnamon Bread with Icing

 

🍞 𝗗𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘆𝘄𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 

A warm, soft loaf swirled with cinnamon-sugar goodness and topped with sweet icing. This Dollywood-inspired treat will make your kitchen smell like a cozy bakery!

 Ingredients

For the Bread:

● 2 cups all-purpose flour

● 1/2 cup sugar

● 2 tsp baking powder

● 1/4 tsp salt

● 1/2 cup milk

● 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

● 1 large egg

● 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

● 1/3 cup sugar

● 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

● 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Icing:

● 1 cup powdered sugar

● 2 tbsp milk (or more for desired consistency)

● 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

 Instructions

1: Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

2: Make the Bread Batter: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry, stirring until just combined.

3: Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon.

4: Layer the Bread: Pour half the batter into the loaf pan. Drizzle with half of the melted butter and sprinkle with half the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Add the remaining batter, then top with the rest of the butter and cinnamon-sugar. Use a knife to gently swirl the layers together.

5: Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

6: Make the Icing: In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread.

 Tips:

    Extra Cinnamon Swirl: Double the cinnamon-sugar mixture if you love bold swirls!

    Serve Warm: Heat slices for a few seconds in the microwave for that fresh-from-the-oven taste.

Dollywood’s famous cinnamon bread right in your kitchen—sweet, soft, and utterly irresistible! 

Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pockets

 

a fun and easy recipe for Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pockets, complete with emojis to guide you through the process:

Ingredients:

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed 

6 slices of ham 

6 slices of cheese (such as Swiss or cheddar) 

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional) 

1 egg, beaten 

Instructions:

Preheat Oven:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). 

Prepare Puff Pastry:

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to smooth any creases. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to divide it into 6 equal rectangles. 

Assemble Pockets:

If using Dijon mustard, spread a thin layer onto each rectangle. 

Place a slice of ham  and a slice of cheese  on one half of each rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.

Seal Pockets:

Fold the empty half of the pastry over the filling to form a pocket. Press the edges together firmly, then use a fork to crimp and seal them. 🍴

Add Vents and Egg Wash:

Gently cut two small slits on the top of each pocket to allow steam to escape during baking. 

Brush the tops with the beaten egg  to give them a golden, glossy finish.

Bake:

Place the pockets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are puffed and golden brown. 

Serve:

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious ham and cheese puff pastry pockets! 

Tips:

Variations: Feel free to experiment with different fillings, such as adding sautéed mushrooms , spinach , or using different types of cheese .

Storage: These pockets can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven to maintain their crispiness. 

Enjoy your baking!

I learned this at a restaurant! This is the tastiest chicken I have ever eaten

 

With these 2 ingredients, the mattress is like new again: all housewives do it

What to do when there are stains on the mattress? Use two simple ingredients to get rid of the stains and make your mattress like new. Find out what ingredients they are and other remedies to clean the mattress and disinfect it perfectly!

Mattress like new
It can happen to find stains on the mattress and to have tried different products without getting anything good. To avoid damaging it, it is advisable to use non-aggressive products and to act delicately, in order to treat the mattress without damaging it.

Dirt and dust must also be eliminated to rest healthily, but what should be used for best results? Two ingredients are enough to make the mattress like new, but here are also other effective solutions to eliminate dust and dirt in the blink of an eye!

Remove stains from the mattress: just two ingredients
Two effective remedies to remove stains from the mattress and make it look like new are hydrogen peroxide and dish soap. Mixed together, they form a solution that acts on the mattress as a bleach and at the same time cleans and disinfects it deeply. Here’s how to do it:

Pour 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide into a bottle
Add half a cup of dish soap
Screw on the spray bottle
Shake the solution well and spray it on the mattress where the stains are. Leave it on for 2 minutes and then scrub with a toothbrush. Take the toothbrush by the handle and vigorously pass it over the stain to be treated. A light foam will form that you can remove with the same toothbrush. Once this is done, wipe it with a damp cloth and let it dry. The difference will be noticeable as soon as the intervention is over and you will be able to verify that the stain on the mattress has practically disappeared.

Wash the cover at high temperature

If the mattress, on the other hand, is not very dirty, simply wash the cover at high temperature to remove the dirt and disinfect it. Proceed to remove the cover, roll it up to remove it and then vacuum it to suck up all the dust that has accumulated in the corners.

Vacuum the entire surface, insisting on each part to remove any residual dust that is hidden between the seams. Also pass it over the sides, to remove any residue that may have stuck to the sides.

Sheets and bacteria, mattress cleaning
At this point, prepare a mixture in a bowl with baking soda and a few drops of essential oil, then spread it with a sieve over the entire mattress. Then vacuum the mixture and when you are done, turn the mattress over to repeat the same operation on the other side. Start again with the vacuum cleaner, pass over the entire surface, then put the mixture and vacuum again.

Clean the mattress with the steam mop
A great solution to get better results in cleaning the mattress is to use the steam mop. If you have this tool, cleaning will be even easier and more effective. In fact, it will allow you to sanitize the spring mattress even better and eliminate mites and germs.

The woman makes the bed
Pass the steam mop over the entire surface and also on the sides of the mattress, so as to eliminate any microorganisms that may have settled only with the pass. The power of the steam kills germs and bacteria and ensures maximum hygiene for your mattress.

Lemon to clean the latex mattress
To clean the latex mattress an effective ingredient is lemon. Squeeze a few drops of lemon into a bowl of water and soak a microfiber cloth in it. Wring out the cloth and pass it over the mattress, insisting on the seams and corners.

Lemon for yellowed mattresses and pillows
Turn the mattress over and repeat this operation. Wait a few hours for it to dry well and to facilitate drying, open the window to ventilate the room. Remember not to use a steam mop on latex as this could damage it.

With all these simple and easy-to-make remedies you can clean it in a short time and without spending money, but using products that you already have at home and that are quite cheap anyway!