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Sweet Potato Hummus

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Love hummus? Love sweet potatoes? Try this easy Sweet Potato Hummus recipe for a tasty change! In this cooking video Karen Breyer and her dad will show you step-by-step how to make Sweet Potato Hummus.

Sweet Potato Hummus is the perfect healthy snack for game night or anytime. It is also a yummy appetizer served with veggies or crackers. I even like this hummus as a spread on sandwiches!

If you are looking for a simple garbanzo bean or chickpea recipe you will love this yummy dip! If you would like a new recipe using leftover baked sweet potatoes this is one you will definitely want to try! So wait no longer and watch this cooking video and learn how to make this tasty Sweet Potato Hummus recipe!

Yield: 4 servings

Sweet Potato Hummus

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sweet potato, cooked and mashed (about 1 medium potato)
  • 1 15.5 ounce can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1-2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (or as desired) water
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, fresh ground

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Wash and dry your medium-sized sweet potato.
  2. With a fork, prick holes all over the sweet potato so the steam can escape when it is cooking.
  3. Place the potato on a baking sheet and cook 50 - 60 minutes or until the potato is soft all the way through. You can test it with a knife.
  4. Once cooked, let the sweet potato cool and scoop out the flesh.
  5. Add the cooked potato and the rest of the ingredients in a food processor or blender.
  6. Blend until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  7. Chill and serve. This Sweet Potato Hummus is delicious as a dip for vegetables or chips, as a spread for pita bread and in sandwiches.

Notes

You can use chickpeas in place of the garbanzo beans.

Adjust the seasonings to your taste.

You can use 1 or 2 garlic cloves in place of the minced garlic.

Add water to make the hummus thinner or thicker as you like it.

You can make this recipe ahead of time and store the leftovers in the refrigerator.

I cook several sweet potatoes at the same time, so I have extra for another meal.

If you don’t have Kosher salt use whatever salt you have.

See a cooking demonstration of this Sweet Potato Hummus recipe on the Cooking Lessons for Dad YouTube channel.

© Karen Breyer

 

Apple Almond Cheese Balls

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Looking for a healthy cheese ball recipe? Try these Tasty Apple Almond Cheese Balls! This recipe is easy to make and very easy to eat! Everyone will love them! In this cooking video Karen Breyer and her dad will show you step-by-step how to make delicious Apple Almond Cheese Balls!

These Apple Almond Cheese Balls are a perfect appetizer, side dish, lunchbox treat or anytime snack. Serve a new tasty recipe to your family and guests at your next party! Watch this cooking video and make some yummy Apple Almond Cheese Balls today!

Apple Almond Cheese Balls

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dried apples, chopped
  • 1/2 cup almonds, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons coconut, flaked
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese

Instructions

  1. Mix the apples, almonds and coconut together in a medium-sized bowl.
  2. Add the cream cheese and mix well.
  3. Form the cheese mixture into balls (makes about 24).
  4. Serve. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Notes

You can use raw or toasted almonds.

You can use low-fat cream cheese or vegan cream cheese if you prefer.

Soften the cream cheese at room temperature for easier mixing.

You can make this recipe in a food processor. Add the dried apples, almonds and coconut. Process until the almonds and apples are chopped or finely ground (whichever you prefer). Add the cream cheese and process until the mixture is well combined. Shape into balls and serve.

© Karen Breyer

 

Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

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Try these tasty, healthy Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings! This is the easiest chicken dinner recipe! This Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings recipe has only a few ingredients and simple steps. It is so easy a beginner cook can make this tasty recipe!

In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make this Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings recipe. Watch this cooking video and make these easy, healthy, tasty Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings for dinner tonight!

Yield: 3 - 4 servings

Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

Ingredients

  • 6 - 8 chicken wings
  • 1 - 2 teaspoons melted butter
  • Lemon pepper (to taste)
  • Salt (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat or microwave for about 30 seconds (or until it is melted).
  3. Place the chicken wings in a baking pan.
  4. Brush the wings with melted butter.
  5. Sprinkle the chicken wings with lemon pepper and salt.
  6. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 45 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Notes

Check to see if the chicken is done by cutting into a thick pieces of the chicken and make sure the juices run clear. The internal temperature of the chicken should be at least 165 degrees. If the juices are red or pink cook the chicken longer.

You can adjust the recipe to make more or less Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings.

© Karen Breyer

 

Basil Pesto

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Try this fresh, flavorful easy Basil Pesto sauce recipe! It’s a tasty sauce for your pasta, pizza, bread, and sandwiches. Store some in your fridge and enjoy it anytime!

In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make this easy, Basil Pesto recipe! This homemade pesto sauce recipe will be perfect for your next Italian pasta dinner! Watch this cooking video and make some easy, healthy, tasty Basil Pesto sauce today!

Yield: about 1 cup

Basil Pesto

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup pine nuts or walnuts, toasted
  • 2 cups fresh basil
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 - 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Add the nuts and basil to a food processor or blender. Pulse the ingredients together until mixed.
  2. Add the rest of the ingredients and blend to a smooth paste.
  3. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use. Toss Basil Pesto with pasta, spread it on a sandwich, crackers or toast, dollop over potatoes, or spread it on a pizza crust and make pizza!

Notes

You can use 4 garlic cloves in place of the minced garlic or to your taste.

Store this Basil Pesto in the refrigerator until you are ready to use it. Freeze for up to 3 months.

© Karen Breyer

 

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