10 QUICK AND EASY RECIPES TO MAKE BEFORE THE END OF 2019

With the end of the year right around the corner, I thought it might be a fun idea to do our first recipe countdown post.  Can you believe it?  We’re still celebrating  FIRSTS here on the blog! If you missed the last post, we celebrated our 100th post! So much to be grateful for. So with that said, let’s jump into the top 10 quick and easy recipes to make before the end of 2019.

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10. Mexican Cauliflower Fritters w/ Mango Sour Cream.

Mildly spiced plump fritters coated with green onions, jalapenos, cilantro all tossed in an earthy blend of spices to the likes of smoked out paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder to name a few, but it doesn’t end there my friends you can’t have Mexican without cheese. ENTER: COTIJA CHEESE! That’s right, I crumbled in one of my all-time faves. A MUST MAKE!

9. Greek Vanilla Yogurt Bark.

I hope you enjoy these chilly treats as much as we did if you’re looking for a quick and easy recipe treat to get you through those ravenous days these are for you.  They’re the perfect go-to snack for busy days on the go loaded with nuts and sweet fruit solidified in a creamy vanilla yogurt base.

8. Crock-Pot Sweet Potato Lentil Chili.

This is a one and done! The lentil is an ancient staple that’s absurdly versatile, cheap and fits perfectly in our busy lives. Loaded with B-complex vitamins, iron and other minerals making this beanie bean a nutritional winner in our household. Get it crockin’!

7. Blueberry Brioche French Toast.

Blueberry brioche french toast.  Warning! We’re gonna do this one with blow, by blow details. Bring your appetite.  Hint: Lots of Blueberries involved!

6. Wild Rice Casserole

Made with fresh, real, healthy ingredients, it’s easy and freezer friendly. Did I mention it’s comforting and the perfect meal for the Winter Solstice?!

5. Apple Crisp.

Apple Crisp Bliss! Your home will be infused with sweet scents of caramelizing brown sugar with intoxicating scents of syrupy drenched roasted apples. This cloying goo with toasted to perfection crumbles will have you salivating after each spoonful.

4. Vegetarian Chili with Black Beans.

Are you ready for a spoonful? Prepare your taste buds for a bold and spicy taste from the jalapeno pepper, with a green zing of fresh cilantro, tender mushrooms drenched and draped in black beans, corn, and bites of yellow squash saturated in cumin and garlic undertones. It only takes an hour and you’ll have a vividly colorful, fragrant, flavorful and an oh so satisfying bowl of chili.

3. Pumpkin Chickpea Mushroom Stew.

Try this Pumpkin Chickpea Mushroom Stew. It’s bright, bold with a rich and savory base, chock filled with pumpkins, satisfying chickpeas, garlic notes linger throughout and the portobello mushrooms add the perfect serving of vitamin D. WIN!!!

2. How To Make Elderberry Syrup.

Today, you’ll learn how to prepare elderberry syrup by way of a decoction method as a change in how you combat the cold/flu season. With winter officially on the books, a tried and true herbal remedy is needed to strengthen and support your immune system.

1. How To Prepare Sea Moss.

Sea Moss. Ok, let’s talk basics for the unacquainted. Sea Moss is a species of the red algae family that is sourced off the Atlantic coast of Europe and North America, where it grows abundantly.  It can also be found inhabiting the shelves of most food co-ops and health food stores. It’s loaded with 92 of 102 minerals the body needs to thrive.  This powerhouse algae has aided in treating cancer, colds, flu, and diabetes just to name a few. It also strengthens the bones, teeth, thyroid, and nourishes the skin. No wonder it’s #1!

There you have it, 10 quick and easy recipes to make before the end of 2019!