Falafel Burgers with Tzatziki

These Falafel Burgers with Tzatziki are a delicious take on the classic burger that is influenced by the Mediterranean. These falafel patties are full of flavor and come in a soft bun with fresh vegetables. They make a tasty and filling meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 4 burger buns
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• Lettuce leaves
• For Tzatziki:
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

If you soaked chickpeas, drain and rinse them

You can put them in a food processor with garlic, onion, cilantro, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, and baking soda

Mix it up until its very finely ground and can be squished together

The bowl of the food processor might need to be scraped down more than once

Four burger patties should be made from the chickpea mixture

On a baking sheet, put them

Then, put them in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to work

Set the Tzatziki sauce aside while the patties chill

In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper

Put it in the fridge until youre ready to serve it

Set the grill or pan on medium-high heat

Add a little olive oil to the patties and cook for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are nicely browned and warm all the way through

You can grill or toast the burger buns until they are just barely browned

Put a falafel patty on the bottom half of each bun to make the burgers

Add red onion, tomato slices, cucumber slices, and lettuce on top

Add the Tzatziki sauce on top of the toppings

After you put the top half of the bun on top, your Falafel Burgers with Tzatziki are ready to be served

Tzatziki is a great way to cool off after eating your homemade falafel burgers

Pimento Cheese Grilled Sandwiches with Bacon and Tomato

The Parker and Otis Pimento Cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh tomato slices in these grilled sandwiches make them taste great together. Great for a hearty and comforting meal.

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of bread
• 1 cup of Parker and Otis Pimento Cheese
• 8 slices of cooked bacon
• 2 tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 4 tablespoons of butter, softened

Instructions:

Cover 4 pieces of bread with Parker and Otis Pimento Cheese

Place two cooked bacon slices and a few tomato slices on top of the bread slices that have cheese on them

To make sandwiches, put another slice of bread on top of each one

On the outside of each sandwich, spread softened butter

Set a skillet that doesnt stick on medium heat

Put the sandwiches in the pan and cook for about two to three minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese melts

Take it out of the pan, let it cool for a minute, and then cut it in half across the middle

Enjoy while hot

Baked Lemon Ricotta Donuts

These baked lemon ricotta donuts are a delightful treat with a subtle lemony flavor and a moist, cake-like texture. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of coffee.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup milk
• Confectioners sugar for dusting

Instructions:

Grease a donut pan and preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit 175 degrees Celsius

Ricotta cheese, eggs, granulated sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract should all be combined in a big bowl

Blend thoroughly

Mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl

Alternating between adding melted butter and milk, gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients

Blend until barely combined

The batter should be poured into each donut hole in the pan until it is about 3/4 full

When a toothpick is inserted into a donut, it should come out clean after 12 to 15 minutes of baking in a preheated oven

Take out of the oven and let the donuts cool down in the pan for a few minutes, then move them to a wire rack to finish cooling

For an added sugary touch, dust the cooled donuts with confectioners sugar

Savor your freshly made baked donuts with lemon ricotta

Easy Blueberry Cobbler

This easy blueberry cobbler is a delightful dessert that showcases fresh blueberries in a sweet and comforting treat. With a simple batter that bakes into a golden crust atop the juicy blueberries, its a perfect dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cups fresh blueberries
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 375F 190C

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt

Stir in milk and melted butter until just combined

In a separate bowl, toss blueberries with lemon juice and remaining 1/4 cup sugar

Spread blueberry mixture evenly into an 8-inch square baking dish

Drop spoonfuls of batter over the blueberries

Mix remaining 1 tablespoon sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle over the batter

Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the blueberries are bubbling

Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream

Cheesecake-Poppy Seed Muffins

These muffins combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the delightful crunch of poppy seeds. They make for a perfect breakfast treat or a sweet snack.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp poppy seeds

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a muffin tin with paper liners

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt

In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, softened cream cheese, milk, sour cream, egg, and vanilla extract until well blended

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Gently fold in the poppy seeds into the batter

Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Enjoy your delicious Cheesecake-Poppy Seed Muffins

Chicken Noodle Soup

A hearty soup with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and slurpy egg noodles that is great for cold days or any time you need a comforting meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 2 cups egg noodles
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Put olive oil in a big pot and heat it over medium-low heat

Cut up the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and add them to the pan

It will take about 5 minutes of sauting until the vegetables are soft

Add the chicken broth and heat it up

Egg noodles, cooked chicken shreds, and dried thyme should all be added

Turn down the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the noodles are done

Add pepper and salt to taste

Serve hot with fresh parsley on top

Chocolate I Scream Cookie Sandwiches

In this straightforward recipe, Chef John uses white and dark chocolate to make spooky Halloween ghosts on chocolate chip cookies sandwiched with vanilla ice cream.