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Roast Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Fig Sauce - The Oven Light

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Indulge in the rich flavors of Roast Pork Tenderloin with a luscious Balsamic Fig Sauce from The Oven Light. This recipe features perfectly seasoned and roasted pork tenderloins, served with a sweet and tangy fig-infused balsamic sauce. Ingredients: 2 pork tenderloins about 1 pound each Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried rosemary For Balsamic Fig Sauce: 1 cup dried figs, stemmed and halved 1 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Turn on the oven and heat it up to 400F 200C Salt and pepper the pork tenderloins, and then rub them with rosemary, thyme, and olive oil Warm up the olive oil in a skillet that can go in the oven over medium-high heat Grill the pork tenderloins all the way through until they are golden brown Place the skillet in an ...

No-Yeast Pizza Dough

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You can make your own pizza crust quickly and easily with this No-Yeast Pizza Dough recipe. You don't even need yeast. It only takes minutes to put the dough together, and it bakes up beautifully to make a delicious homemade pizza. Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup milk 2 tablespoons olive oil Instructions: Set your oven to 475F 245C before you start cooking Put the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl and mix them together Mix the dry ingredients with the olive oil and milk until a dough forms Spread some flour on a surface and knead the dough for two to three minutes, until it is smooth Cut the pizza dough into any shape you want You can make it as thin or thick as you like Place the dough that has been rolled out on a pizza stone or baking sheet Add the things you like on your pizza It sh...

Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl

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This Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl is a healthy and refreshing way to start your day or enjoy as a snack. Packed with vitamins, fiber, and protein, it's a satisfying treat that's easy to customize with your favorite toppings. Ingredients: 1 cup frozen strawberries 2 ripe bananas 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 1/4 cup almond milk 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 cup granola Fresh strawberry slices, banana slices, and chia seeds for topping Instructions: Put the frozen strawberries, bananas that are ripe, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and honey in a blender If you need to, add more almond milk to get the consistency you want Blend until smooth and creamy Get a bowl and pour the smoothie in it Add chia seeds, fresh strawberry slices, banana slices, and granola on top Have fun with your healthy and tasty strawberry banana smoothie bowl!

Cucumber Honeydew Margarita Popsicles

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These refreshing popsicles combine the flavors of cucumber, honeydew melon, lime, and optional tequila for a delightful summer treat. Perfect for cooling down on hot days or as a fun adult dessert. Ingredients: 1 cup diced honeydew melon 1 cup diced cucumber 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup 1/4 cup tequila optional Salt for rimming glasses optional Instructions: In a blender, combine diced honeydew melon, diced cucumber, fresh lime juice, honey or agave syrup, and tequila if using Blend until smooth If desired, rim popsicle molds or glasses with salt Pour the mixture into popsicle molds Insert popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours or until fully set Once frozen, remove popsicles from molds and enjoy!

Homemade Chocolate Fudge Ice Cream

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Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of homemade chocolate fudge ice cream with this simple recipe. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings! Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup chocolate fudge sauce Instructions: Mix the heavy cream, milk, sugar, and cocoa powder in a medium-sized saucepan over medium-low heat Use a whisk to break up the sugar and cocoa powder Taking it off the heat, add the vanilla extract and mix it in After letting the mixture cool all the way down, put it in an ice cream maker and churn it according to the machine's instructions Pour the chocolate fudge sauce in during the last few minutes of churning Put the ice cream in a container that can go in the freezer Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until it's firm, before serving

Mexican Lasagna Breakfast Casserole

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Breakfast casserole that tastes great and is hearty, with a Mexican twist. A tasty breakfast is made up of tortillas, eggs, sausage, vegetables, and cheese stacked on top of each other. Ingredients: 8 large eggs 1/2 cup milk 1 pound breakfast sausage 1 cup diced bell peppers any color 1 cup diced onions 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin Salt and pepper to taste 6 large flour tortillas Salsa and sour cream for serving optional Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks Once it's browned and cooked through, remove it from the skillet and set aside In the same skillet, saut the diced bell peppers and onions until they a...

Probably the Easiest Veggie Gumbo You'll Ever Make!

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This veggie gumbo is incredibly easy to make and packed with flavor. It's perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. Plus, it's keto-friendly and loaded with nutritious vegetables like okra, cauliflower, and bell pepper. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 green bell pepper, diced 2 stalks celery, diced 1 can diced tomatoes 1 cup vegetable broth 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Salt and pepper, to taste 2 cups okra, sliced 1 cup cauliflower rice Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish Instructions: Set the olive oil in a big pot over medium-low heat Put in the chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped bell pepper, and chopped celery It will take about 5 minutes of cooking until the vegetables are soft Add the vegetable broth, paprika,...

Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

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These Brussels sprouts with Parmesan cheese are a tasty and filling side dish that is great for Thanksgiving or any other event. After being roasted to perfection, the Brussels sprouts are topped with salty Parmesan cheese to give them an extra flavor boost. Ingredients: 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder optional Instructions: Turn on the oven and heat it up to 400F 200C Toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil in a large bowl until they are well covered Place the Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet so that they are all in one layer If you want to, add garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste For 20 to 25 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are soft and lightly browned, roast them in an oven that has already been heated Grate some Parmesan cheese over the Brussels...

Vanilla Cherry Ice Cream

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Enjoy the smooth, creamy goodness of vanilla ice cream with a tasty burst of cherry flavor. Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, and sugar over medium heat Stir until sugar dissolves Add the vanilla bean including scraped seeds to the mixture Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat and let it steep for 30 minutes Remove the vanilla bean from the mixture Stir in vanilla extract Chill the mixture in the refrigerator until thoroughly chilled, preferably overnight Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions During the last few minutes of churning, add the chopped cherries to the ice cream maker Transfer the churne...

Vegan Orange Creamsicle Smoothie

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Enjoy the refreshing taste of an orange creamsicle in a dairy-free smoothie form! This vegan version of the classic treat is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast on the go. Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas, frozen 1 cup orange juice 1/2 cup coconut milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave syrup 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed optional Ice cubes optional Instructions: Peel the bananas and cut them into slices Blend them together Put ground flaxseed, vanilla extract, maple syrup, orange juice, and coconut milk in a blender You can make the smoothie colder by adding a few ice cubes Mix everything together until it's smooth and creamy Put the smoothie in glasses and serve right away

Low-Carb Chicken Herb Terrine

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This Low-Carb Chicken Herb Terrine is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for those following a ketogenic diet. Packed with protein and fresh herbs, it's a delightful option for lunch, dinner, or as a snack. Ingredients: 500g ground chicken 2 eggs 1/4 cup almond flour 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, eggs, almond flour, parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, chopped chives, salt, and pepper Mix until well combined Line a loaf pan with parchment paper Transfer the chicken mixture into the loaf pan and press it down evenly Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown Remov...

Garlic Butter Chicken & Broccoli

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A quick and delicious keto-friendly dish featuring juicy garlic butter chicken breasts served with tender broccoli in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 cups broccoli florets 4 tablespoons butter 4 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/4 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and dried thyme In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through Remove chicken from skillet and set aside In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant ...

Easy Peppered Chicken

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This is a quick and tasty pressure cooker recipe for peppered chicken. Great for busy weeknights when you need a quick and tasty meal! Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons cornstarch optional, for thickening Instructions: Season chicken breasts with black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt Set pressure cooker to saut mode and heat olive oil Sear chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown Add chicken broth to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom Cancel saut mode, secure the lid, and set pressure cooker to high pressure for 8 minutes Once cooking is complete, perform a quick pressure release Remove chicken fro...