Tuna Patties - The Suburban Soapbox

These Tuna Patties are a quick and flavorful seafood option perfect for busy weeknights. They are packed with protein and can be customized with your favorite seasonings and sauces.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans 5 ounces each of tuna, drained
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine drained tuna, breadcrumbs, parsley, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, beaten egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper

Mix until well combined and the mixture holds together

Form the mixture into patties, about 1/4 cup each, and place them on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat

Cook the tuna patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or atop a salad

Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

These slow cooker chicken Parmesan meatballs are a delicious twist on a classic Italian dish. They're juicy, flavorful, and perfect for serving with pasta or bread.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 egg
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 jar marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

Ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper should all be mixed together in a bowl

Mix everything together well

Make meatballs out of the mixture that are about an inch across

Put half of the marinara sauce in the slow cooker's bottom

Put the meatballs in the slow cooker and cover them with the rest of the marinara sauce

Put the lid on top and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours, until the meatballs are fully cooked

In the last 15 minutes of cooking, cover the meatballs with mozzarella cheese

Warm it up and serve it with bread or pasta

Melted Witch Brownies with Marshmallow

A delicious and eerie treat, these Melted Witch Brownies with Marshmallow are ideal for Halloween or any other witchy occasion. Fudgy brownies are a delightful dessert for all ages, especially with the fun witch's hat decorations and the gooey melted marshmallows and chocolate chips on top.

Ingredients:

• 1 box of brownie mix
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup of water
• 1 cup of mini marshmallows
• 1/2 cup of chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup of green icing
• 1/4 cup of black icing

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and grease a square baking pan

In a mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and water

Mix until well combined

Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs

Remove the brownies from the oven and sprinkle the mini marshmallows and chocolate chips evenly over the top of the brownies

Return the brownies to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the marshmallows start to melt and turn golden brown

Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan

Once cooled, drizzle the green icing over the brownies in a zigzag pattern to create a 'witch's brew' effect

Using the black icing, add some 'witch's hat' decorations on top of the melted marshmallows

Allow the icing to set before cutting the brownies into squares

Serve and enjoy your Melted Witch Brownies with Marshmallow!

Strawberry Jam in a Mason Jar

Full of delicious fruit, this homemade strawberry jam is ideal for spreading on your favorite morning foods. Your homemade creation gains a charming touch from the mason jar.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh strawberries, washed and hulled
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Mason jar with lid

Instructions:

Chop the strawberries into small pieces and place them in a bowl

In a separate bowl, mix the sugar and lemon juice until well combined

Pour the sugar mixture over the chopped strawberries and stir to coat them evenly

Let it sit for 30 minutes to macerate

After macerating, transfer the strawberry mixture to a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat

Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes or until the mixture thickens and reaches a jam-like consistency

While the jam is cooking, sterilize the mason jar and lid by placing them in a pot of boiling water for 10 minutes

Allow them to air dry

Once the jam is ready, carefully pour it into the sterilized mason jar, leaving a bit of space at the top

Seal the jar with the lid while it's still hot

As the jam cools, you'll hear a popping sound, indicating a proper seal

Allow the jam to cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator

It will continue to thicken as it cools

Enjoy your homemade strawberry jam on toast, pancakes, or as a delicious topping! Optional: Create decorative dots of strawberry puree on the side of the jar for a visually appealing presentation

Marinated Grilled Zucchini with Feta and Huckleberries

A perfect mix of flavors is grilled zucchini that has been marinated and topped with crumbled feta and fresh huckleberries. This BBQ recipe makes a tasty and unique side dish for summer parties.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium zucchinis, sliced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup fresh huckleberries
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade

Place zucchini slices in a large resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them

Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat

Remove zucchini from the marinade and grill for 3-4 minutes per side or until they are tender and have grill marks

Transfer grilled zucchini to a serving platter and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top while the zucchini is still warm

Scatter fresh huckleberries over the zucchini and feta

Garnish with fresh mint leaves

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Lebanese Pumpkin Hummus - Lazy Cat Kitchen

Lazy Cat Kitchen's Lebanese Pumpkin Hummus is a delicious take on the traditional hummus. Cooked butternut squash or pumpkin adds a distinct flavor and gorgeous orange color. It's flavorful, creamy, and ideal for spreading or dipping on your preferred snacks.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of cooked pumpkin or butternut squash
• 1 can 15 oz of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons of tahini
• 3 tablespoons of lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley and olive oil for garnish

Instructions:

Put the cooked pumpkin, chickpeas, garlic that has been minced, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and smoked paprika in a food processor

Mix until it's creamy and smooth

If the mix is too thick, you can add some water to make it the right consistency

Add salt and pepper to taste to the pumpkin hummus

If you need to, change the seasonings

Put the hummus in a bowl to serve and drizzle it with olive oil

Add some chopped fresh parsley on top to make it look nice

Put it on pita bread, vegetable sticks, or your favorite crackers and serve

Have fun with your pumpkin hummus from Lebanon!

Easter Bunny Cookie Pops

These adorable bunny-shaped cookie pops are perfect for Easter! They're a fun and tasty treat that's great for sharing.

Ingredients:

• 1 package of sugar cookie mix
• 1/4 cup of butter, softened
• 1 egg
• Lollipop sticks
• White chocolate candy melts
• Pink candy melts
• Mini chocolate chips
• Small pink heart sprinkles
• Edible googly eyes

Instructions:

Preheat the oven according to the cookie mix instructions

In a bowl, mix the sugar cookie mix, softened butter, and egg until well combined

Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls

Place the cookie dough balls on a baking sheet and insert a lollipop stick into each one

Bake the cookie pops as directed by the cookie mix instructions

Let them cool completely

Melt the white chocolate candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth

Dip each cookie pop into the melted white chocolate, coating it completely

Allow the excess to drip off

Place the coated cookie pops on a parchment-lined tray

Melt the pink candy melts and use a toothpick to draw bunny ears on parchment paper

Let them cool and harden

Dip the top of each cookie pop into the pink melted candy to create bunny ears on top of the pop

Place two mini chocolate chips on each cookie pop for the eyes and add a small pink heart sprinkle for the nose

Attach edible googly eyes above the nose using a dab of melted white chocolate

Allow the chocolate to set completely before serving or packaging

Paleo Garlic Butter Steak Bites

These Paleo Garlic Butter Steak Bites are a delicious and savory dish that's perfect for those following a Paleo diet. The combination of tender steak, fragrant garlic, and rich ghee makes for a satisfying meal that's easy to prepare in a cast iron skillet.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons of ghee clarified butter
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

A cast iron skillet should be heated to a high temperature using medium heat

Melt the ghee by adding it to the skillet

Add salt and pepper to the steak bites for seasoning

When the garlic is fragrant, add it to the skillet with the minced cloves and saut it for about 30 seconds

To achieve medium-rare, cook the seasoned steak bites in the skillet for two to three minutes on each side, or until they are cooked to your preferred doneness

After taking the steak bites out of the skillet, give them some time to rest

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley

Sashimi de Salmão

Sashimi de salmão é uma deliciosa iguaria japonesa que destaca o sabor fresco e delicado do salmão cru. É um prato simples e elegante, perfeito como aperitivo ou parte de uma refeição completa.

Ingredients:

• 200g de salmo fresco
• Shoyu molho de soja para servir
• Wasabi raiz-forte japonesa para servir
• Gengibre em conserva opcional para servir

Instructions:

Remove the salm by rubbing it into your skin and any hairs that are on it

Cut the salmo into thin slices

Put the fats in a dish that is ready to serve

Serve the salmon sashimi with shoyu, wasabi, and ginger on the side

Malbec Beef Skewers

The marinade for these juicy beef skewers in Lakeview Cellars Malbec 2016 is full of flavor. The Malbec's rich notes go well with the beef's salty flavor, making a dish that goes well with a glass of the same wine.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 bottle Lakeview Cellars Malbec 2016
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions:

Put Lakeview Cellars Malbec, olive oil, garlic that has been minced, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl

Make sure the beef cubes are covered evenly in the marinade before adding them

Put it in the fridge for at least two hours or overnight with the lid on

Warm up the grill over medium-high heat

Use the wet wooden skewers to thread the beef cubes that have been marinated

Grill the skewers for three to four minutes on each side, or until the beef is done the way you like it

Serve the hot beef skewers with your favorite sides

They taste great with Malbec

Zesty Spring Greens Salad

This bright spring greens salad goes well with any spring meal. It has the freshness of spring greens mixed with the strong tastes of feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. The salad tastes great with the homemade dressing, which makes it a great addition to your spring table.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups mixed spring greens e
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• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Put the chopped feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and mixed spring greens in a large salad bowl

To make the dressing, mix the fresh olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl with a whisk

Spread the dressing out on the salad and gently toss it to cover everything

Serve right away as a cool side salad with your favorite springtime dish

Cookie Dough Cake Pops

Delicious cake pops made of cookie dough that are ideal for indulging your sweet tooth. These little morsels are a fun take on traditional cookie dough desserts.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cookie dough, chilled
• 1 cup chocolate chips, melted
• 1/2 cup sprinkles

Instructions:

Scoop chilled cookie dough into bite-sized balls

Insert lollipop sticks into each ball

Dip each cake pop into melted chocolate, coating evenly

Sprinkle with your favorite toppings while the chocolate is still wet

Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate until the chocolate sets