Becky Garratt

Make your coffee extra special with this homemade vanilla bean coffee creamer. The real vanilla bean adds a delightful depth of flavor, making your morning brew a treat. Ingredients: 2 cups of half-and-half 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped out 1/2 cup of granulated sugar 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract Instructions: In a saucepan, combine the half-and-half and the scraped vanilla bean seeds Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until its hot but not boiling Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it steep for about 10 minutes to infuse the vanilla flavor Strain the mixture to remove the vanilla bean and any clumps Return the strained mixture to the saucepan and add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is fully dissolved and the creamer is smooth Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature ...

Experience the smoky and savory flavors of country-style grilled ribs with this simple and delicious barbecue recipe. The dry rub enhances the natural richness of the pork, while the basting sauce adds a sweet and tangy glaze for the perfect grilled ribs experience. Ingredients: 3 lbs country-style pork ribs 1 cup barbecue sauce 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 2 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp salt Instructions: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to create a dry rub Rub the dry rub generously over the country-style ribs, covering all sides In a separate bowl, combine barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar to create the basting sauce Place the ribs on the preheated grill and cook for 10 minutes on ea...

This Crock-Pot veggie loaded baked potato soup is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly days. Packed with potatoes and an assortment of vegetables, its creamy and flavorful. Plus, its customizable with your favorite toppings Ingredients: 6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 4 cups vegetable broth 1 cup milk or non-dairy milk for vegan option 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional for topping Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives optional for garnish Instructions: Place diced potatoes, onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in the Crock-Pot Pour vegetable broth over the vegetables and stir to combine Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until vegetables are tender Using an immersion blender or transferring in batches to a blender, blend the soup until smooth...

Enjoy the cool flavors of melon and lemongrass in this simple ice cream that only needs 5 ingredients. Great for hot summer days or whenever you want something cool. Ingredients: 2 cups chopped ripe melon such as cantaloupe or honeydew 1 stalk lemongrass, chopped 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup condensed milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: In a blender, puree the chopped melon and lemongrass until smooth In a mixing bowl, combine the melon and lemongrass puree with heavy cream, condensed milk, and vanilla extract Mix until well combined Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours or until firm Once frozen, scoop and serve the ice cream

This spinach pie that doesnt have gluten is tasty and good for you. Its great for a light lunch or dinner. The almond flour crust tastes nutty and is crunchy, and the spinach and dairy-free cheese filling makes each bite tasty and filling. Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour 1/4 cup coconut flour 1/4 cup tapioca flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tbsp water 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup dairy-free cheese, shredded 3 eggs 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C and grease a pie dish In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, tapioca flour, and salt Add olive oil and water, mix until dough forms Press dough into the bottom and sides of the pie dish to form the crust Bake for 10 minutes In a skillet, saut onion and garlic until translucent Add s...

This Creamy Broccoli, Chicken, and Bacon Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and nutritious broccoli in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Its the perfect comfort food for any day of the week Ingredients: 8 oz pasta 2 cups broccoli florets 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into strips 6 slices bacon, chopped 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente Drain and set aside In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain In the same skillet, add the chicken strips and cook until they are ...