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Cherry Almond Energy Bars

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Try these amazing 5 ingredient Cherry Almond Energy Bars! These energy bars are super tasty and easy to make. In this video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make these Cherry Almond Energy Bars. They are so easy to make you don’t even need to bake them.

I think once you try these no-bake Cherry Almond Energy Bars you will be hooked and want them every day! No problem though. They are filled with healthy ingredients and will give you lots of energy!

These Cherry Almond Energy Bars are perfect for snacks, desserts and even breakfast! You will want to take them with you to the gym, school, work and especially hiking, cycling or camping. If you are running late in the morning grab a couple Cherry Almond Energy Bars to take with you. These healthy energy bars will fill you up and give you lots of energy to get you through your day!

Store these super-nutritious, tasty Cherry Almond Energy Bars in your refrigerator or freezer so you will always have them on hand! Watch this cooking video and make these delicious, healthy Cherry Almond Energy Bars today!

Yield: 16 bars

Cherry Almond Energy Bars

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dates, pitted
  • 1 cup almonds
  • 1 cup cherries, dried
  • 1 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1/2 - 1 teaspoon salt, Kosher

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients in a food processor.
  2. Pulse/mix to combine ingredients until they stick together and form a ball.
  3. Press mixture into an 8 or 9 inch square pan.
  4. Cut into bars. Serve.

Notes

When mixing these ingredients stop and break apart the dates if they clump together.

Store these bars in an airtight container for up to a week in the refrigerator and up to 3 months in the freezer.

See a cooking demonstration of this Cherry Almond Energy Bars recipe on the Cooking Lessons for Dad YouTube channel

© Karen Breyer

 

Crockpot Corn on the Cob

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Cook Corn on the Cob in your Crockpot! In this cooking video Karen Breyer and her dad will show you step-by-step how to make Crockpot Corn on the Cob! Cooking corn on the cob in your crockpot or slow cooker is so easy and the corn turns out perfect every time! I think this is the best way to cook corn on the cob.

No more waiting forever for a pot of water to boil and supervising the corn while it is cooking. When you cook the corn on the cob in your crockpot you can do other things while it is cooking. You can even leave the house! I think once you try cooking corn on the cob in a crockpot or slow cooker you will never go back to the big pot of water method. Watch this cooking video and make Crockpot Corn on the Cob for dinner tonight!

Yield: 2 - 10 ears of corn

Crockpot Corn on the Cob

Ingredients

  • 2 - 10 ears corn, husked
  • 1/3 - 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Place the desired number (2 - 10) of ears of corn in a Crockpot. Break the corn in half if needed to fit them in.
  2. For 2 - 4 ears add 1/3 cup of water. For 5 - 10 ears add 1/2 cup of water.
  3. Cook on high for 1 3/4 hours to 2 1/2 hours or until the corn is tender crisp.

Notes

For 4 ears of corn or less decrease the cooking time by 15 minutes.

If the corn has been refrigerated and is cold, increase the cooking time by 15 minutes.

See a cooking demonstration of this Crockpot Corn on the Cob recipe on the Cooking Lessons for Dad YouTube channel.

© Karen Breyer

 

Oat Flour

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Need Oat Flour in a recipe? Make Oat Flour yourself with these easy instructions! In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make Oat Flour.

You can save money by making Oat Flour yourself! It is so easy and only takes seconds! Really! More people want healthier flour in their recipes and Oat Flour is a wonderful choice.

You do not need to go to the store and buy a large bag of Oat Flour for a recipe when you do not need that much. With this Oat Flour recipe you can make just the amount you need, so months from now you will not have to throw away wasted oat flour. If you have old fashioned oats you can make your own Oat Flour. If you want gluten-free Oat Flour, just use gluten-free oats! Watch this cooking video and learn how to make Oat Flour for all your recipes!

Oat Flour

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old fashioned oats (or amount desired)

Instructions

  1. Add the oats to a blender or food processor.
  2. Blend the oats. Turn the blender off as soon as the oats turn to flour. Do not over blend the oats.
  3. Use the flour as needed in your recipes.

Notes

Adjust the recipe to make as much oat flour as you need.

See a cooking demonstration of this Oat Flour recipe on the Cooking Lessons for Dad YouTube channel.

© Karen Breyer

 

Pita Pizza

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Make Delicious, Hot Pita Pizza in your toaster oven! In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make healthy Toaster Oven Pita Pizza. This is the easiest, fastest way to make delicious, healthy pizza. Make this pita pizza recipe in less than 10 minutes from start to finish. Bake these pita pizzas for 4 – 5 minutes in your toaster oven. You can also bake these pita pizzas in your regular oven. Add pizza toppings of your choice and make a perfect pizza you will love!

These Pita Pizzas are perfect a simple lunch or dinner or for a big pizza party! Make customized Pita Pizzas that will make everyone happy! Watch this cooking video and make delicious, healthy, hot Pita Pizzas today!

Yield: 2 pizzas

Pita Pizza

Ingredients

  • 2 pita breads, whole wheat
  • 1/2 cup pizza, tomato or pasta sauce (or as desired)
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (regular or vegan)
  • Your choice of topping (see below)

Instructions

  1. Preheat regular or toaster oven to 400 degrees.
  2. For regular oven: Cover baking sheet with foil. Place pita breads on the baking sheet, scooped side facing up. For toaster oven: No need for a pan. You will be placing directly on the baking rack.
  3. Spread 1/4 cup of sauce evenly over each pita bread, leaving about 1/2 inch border without sauce.
  4. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of cheese over sauce.
  5. Layer and arrange your choice of toppings over the cheese and sauce.
  6. For regular oven: Bake about 10 minutes or until the pita bread reaches desired crispness and cheese starts to bubble and brown. For toaster oven: Place each pizza one at time on the rack of a toaster oven. Toast until the cheese starts to brown and bubble (about 3 or 4 minutes). Serve while hot!

Notes

Choice of toppings:
Onions, chopped (any color)
Bell peppers, sliced or chopped (any color)
Mushrooms, sliced
Veggie or regular meats (cooked)
Beans, cooked
Pineapple, tidbits
Tomatoes, sliced
Olives, pitted and sliced (black or green)
Zucchini, sliced thin
Herbs, fresh (oregano, basil)
Garlic powder
Parmesan cheese
Crushed red pepper flakes
Cheese, shredded, variety
Many others... use your imagination!

You can use more or less sauce and toppings as desired. Your pizza will be as healthy as the toppings are.

Vegan cheese may not brown and bubble. When using vegan cheese remove the pizza when the crust starts to brown and the toppings are cooked.

Cut these pita pizzas in quarters for delicious appetizers!

See a cooking demonstration of this Pita Pizza recipe on the Cooking Lessons for Dad YouTube channel.

© Karen Breyer
Category: Toaster Oven or Regular Oven

 

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