Crock-pot Falafels

I never woud have thought to make falafels in a crock-pot, but it worked! They were tasty. They weren't that round, they were more flat. However, I think that's my fault because I pushed them down after I placed them in the crock-pot. I would definitely make these again. The house smelled so good while they were cooking. I ate the falafels with hummus. Chickpeas on top of chickpeas!

Ingredients

1 (15-ounce) Can of garbanzo beans (aka chick peas)

1/2 Yellow onion, finely chopped 

1 Tablespoon of dried parsley 

2 Cloves of garlic, minced 

1 Egg

1 Teaspoon of salt

1/4 Teaspoon of pepper

2 Teaspoons of ground cumin (I used a bit more)

1 Teaspoon of ground coriander

1/4 Teaspoon of cayenne pepper

1 Lemon, only the juice

1/2 to 3/4 Cups of gluten free bread crumbs 

2 Tablespoons of olive oil 

Directions

1. Drain the garbanzo beans and dump them into a mixing bowl and smash them with a fork

2. Blend together all of the spices, the onion, the garlic, the egg, and the lemon juice in a food processor or blender

3. Pour on the mixture on top of the smashed garbanzo beans

4. Use your fork to mix together, and add the breadcrumbs slowly until the mixture is wet and sticky 

5. Pour the olive oil into the bottom of your crock-pot 

6. Form small ball sized patties of falafel

7. Dip each side into the olive oil and then place into the  crock-pot

8. Cook on high for 2-5 hours or until they are brownish-golden

Apples in a Bag

Very good! Delicious! Super yummy! These apples taste like apple pie filling. If you want apple pie without the crust, make this. It won't take long, it's very easy to make.

Ingredients

1 Apple 
1 Spoonful of coconut/cane combination sugar (You can use any type of sugar)
¼ Teaspoon of cinnamon
¼ Teaspoon arrowroot starch (If you do not need it to be gluten free, you can use cornstarch)
1 Tablespoon of water (I used a bit more)
Coconut milk whipped cream

Directions

1. Peel or don't peel apple, core and slice or dice

2. Place in freezer plastic zippered bag along with all the remaining ingredients

3. Seal the bag and shake well to mix the ingredients
4. Reopen the bag a little bit in order to vent

5. Microwave on for about 2 minutes
6. Carefully open the bag and pour into a bowl

7. Top with whipped cream or anything else of your choosing

Chicken Chilaquiles

Really, really good! Not hard to  make and simple ingredients. I bought the chicken already cooked and shredded in order to save on time. This would be great for a party. I will definitely be making this again.

Ingredients

1 28oz. Can of fire-roasted tomatoes, diced or pureed 
1 Green onion
1 Tablespoon of ground cumin
Salt & pepper
2 Cups of shredded, cooked chicken
Tortilla chips (I used Beanitos pinto bean chips)
Cilantro
1 Tablespoon of lime juice
Cheddar cheese, shredded
Coconut cooking oil

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a pan then add the tomatoes, cumin, green onions, salt, and pepper
2. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes
3. Once it is slightly thickened, stir in the chicken and cook for 2 minutes, uncovered
4. Add the tortilla chips and cook for another 2 minutes, uncovered
5. Squeeze the lime juice and mix together

Hash Brown Skillet

I made this for my husband and he really enjoyed it. I made mine in a separate pan without bacon and cheese and I made scrambled eggs. This dish has minimal ingredients and is simple to make. Breakfast for dinner is the best!

Ingredients

Bacon, chopped
1 Small onion, chopped
Package of shredded hash browns
3 Eggs
Cheddar cheese
Salt & pepper
Tablespoon of butter

Directions

1. In a large pan, place butter and melt. Add the chopped bacon and cook until nice and brown. Then add the onions.
2. Cook until the bacon is crispy, then drain most of the excess fat. Make sure to leave a litter
3. Add the hash browns and mix everything together
4. Season with salt and pepper
5. Cook the has browns until they are golden brown
6. Make three holes (the holes depend on the amount of eggs you are using) and crack an egg into each hole
7. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes
8. Once the eggs are pretty much cooked, sprinkle the cheese on and leave the pan uncovered
9. One the cheese has melted, serve 

Cinnamon Raisin English Muffin (Made in a Microwave)

This English muffin was easy to make and delicious. I have found some pretty good gluten free and Paleo English muffins in the store, but they're super small and a bit expensive. So making this bigger one was fun. The muffin by itself is a bit bland, but if you smear your favorite topping on it, it will taste really good. I will definitely be making this again! Next time I'm going to make a plain one or even pumpkin.

Ingredients

1. 3 Tablespoons of almond flour (May need to add more)
2. 1/2 Teaspoon of baking powder
3. 1 Tablespoon of unsweetened applesauce
4. 1 Egg 
5. 1-3 Tablespoon of liquid of choice (I used coconut milk)
6. 1/2 Teaspoon of cinnamon
7. Sea salt
8. 1-2 Teaspoon of raisins
9. Coconut oil cooking spray
10. Almond flour/meal, for dusting 

Directions

1. Spray a microwave safe cereal bowl with cooking spray and add the almond flour and baking powder and mix 

2. Add the unsweetened applesauce, egg and liquid. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated (Only add one tablespoon of liquid at a time while you mix until it reaches a batter like consistency.)

3. Add the cinnamon and sea salt. Stir in the raisins and put into the microwave for 2-4 minutes

4. Remove from the microwave and dust both sides with almond meal

5. Allow it to cool. Then slice it in half and pop in a toaster or toaster oven

6. Once done, you can dust again with almond meal 

Pumpkin Muffins (Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Egg Free)

I have made these before, but this time I made them gluten free. It is the easiest pumpkin muffin recipe ever. You can bake this recipe as muffins or as a loaf. While they're baking, the house smells delicious!!

Ingredients

1 Package of gluten free yellow cake mix
1 (15 oz) Can of pumpkin
1 Tsp of ground cinnamon (I used more)
1/2 Tsp of ground nutmeg  (I used more)
Coconut oil cooking spray

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 12 cup muffin pan with coconut oil spray

2. In a large bowl mix together the cake mix, canned pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth

3. Spoon equal amounts of batter into the prepared muffin cups

4. Sprinkle some nutmeg on each muffin

5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes (You can check with a toothpick by inserting it in the center of the muffin and it coming out clean)

Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps

My husband and I love our tacos! So we tried a new recipe and used iceberg lettuce at the taco shell. They are messy and may fall apart, but all tacos fall apart if you stuff them properly.

Ingredients

Ground turkey
1 Teaspoon of garlic powder
1 Teaspoon of cumin (I used more)
1 Teaspoon of  salt
1 Teaspoon of  cayenne pepper
1 Teaspoon of paprika
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 Small onion, diced
4 Oz can of tomato sauce 
8 large Iceberg lettuce leaves
Cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Brown the turkey in a large pan. Break it into smaller pieces as it cooks

2.Mix the spices in a bowl and add to the cooked turkey and mix well

3. Add the onion and tomato sauce and cover. You may have to add some water

4. Simmer on low for about 20 minutes

5. Wash and dry the lettuce. Divide the meat equally between the lettuce leaves and place in the center of each leaf and top with cheese