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Spiced Cider Poached Pears

December 4, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

 A warm and elegant dessert for the holiday season! These Spiced Cider Poached Pears are infused with flavors of cinnamon and spices, perfect for a cozy night in or entertaining guests.

Get the recipe and impress your family and friends with this beautiful treat.


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Ingredients
  • 6 medium pears Bosc, Bartlett, or Anjou
  • 3 cups Honeycrisp apple cider
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon ground
  • 2 teaspoons cloves ground
  • 1 teaspoon allspice ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice
  • 3 cups cottage cheese, 1%
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  1. Peel pears and leave whole. If needed cut bottoms, so they will sit flat.
  2. Whisk together apple cider, orange juice, and spices.
  3. Add pears to the Instant pot, stem up and pour in cider mixture.
  4. Secure the cooker lid and turn pressure release knob to a sealed position.
  5. Cook at high pressure for 6 minutes.
  6. When cooking is complete, use a quick release.
  7. With a slotted spoon, carefully remove the pears from the pot and set aside.
  8. Turn cooker to sauté and bring poaching liquid to a boil, continue cooking, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching, until liquid is reduced to a thick sauce.
  9. In food processor with S blade attachment, add cottage cheese and process until smooth.
  10. Leave pears whole and serve on a bed of cottage cheese with two tablespoons of the reduced sauce.
  11. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes

Spiced Cider Poached Pears Nutrition Facts Serving size 1/6 recipe (413g) servings per container 6 Amount per serving Calories 250 % Daily Value Total Fat 1.5 g 2 % Saturated Fat 1 g 5 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 5 mg 2 % Sodium 460 mg 20 % Total Carbohydrate 45 g 16 % Dietary Fiber 6 g 21 % Total Sugars 31 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 15 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 106 mg 8 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 444 mg 10 %

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Mixed Berry Galette

November 22, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Looking for a dessert that’s as easy as it is delicious? This Mixed Berry Galette is the perfect choice! With juicy berries wrapped in a golden crust, it’s a simple yet stunning way to impress your family and friends.


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Ingredients
  • 1 10 inch pie crust
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup unsalted pistachios chopped
Servings: 1 slice servings
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  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to place your galette for baking.
  2. Roll out the pie crust out to a 12 in. circle. It does not have to be a perfect circle, but make sure the ends to not tear. Place your dough onto the cookie sheet.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine cranberries, raspberries, blueberries, lemon zest, vanilla, and salt. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
  4. Pour in the fruit mixture into the middle of your dough, but make sure to leave 1 ½ inches of crust around the edges.
  5. Fold the edges of your crust dough over the fruit mixture, pinching the folds together to prevent it from unfolding. The center top of your fruit mixture should remain exposed.
  6. Place it in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
  7. Allow it to cool for 20 minutes before placing it in a serving dish and top with fresh mint leaves and pistachios. Serve warm.
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Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

October 23, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

This creamy cottage cheese cheesecake can be made with a few ingredients, a blender and some time (to bake)! Not only is does it taste delicious, but it also has over half the amount of calories as regular cheesecake. Top it with your favorite fruit or jam and enjoy!


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Ingredients
Cheesecake Crust
  • 3.5 ounces (100g) graham crackers
  • 1 cup oatmeal or rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons maple honey
  • 3 tablespoons water
Cottage Cheese Cream Filling
  • 1 3/4 cups 2% cottage cheese
  • 1/3 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 2 whole eggs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
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Cheesecake Crust
  1. Preheat oven to 320°F (160°C). Grease bottom and sides of a 9 inch (20 cm) springform mold with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Place graham crackers, butter and maple syrup in a food processor or high speed blender and pulse until they become fine crumbs. The mixture should resemble wet sand.
  3. Transfer the mixture into the prepared springform mold, and gently press it down with your hands, a spoon, or the bottom of a glass.
  4. Bake the graham crackers crust for 15 minutes while preparing the cream.
Cottage Cheese Cream Filling
  1. After baking the crust, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Add to a food processor or blender cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, eggs, cornstarch, vanilla extract and lemon juice. Process until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the cottage cheese mixture over the baked crust, then use a spatula or spoon to spread it evenly.
  4. Bake cottage cheese cheesecake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until it has set.
  5. Once the cheesecake is baked, let cool at room temperature first, then refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.
  6. *Serve with fresh fruit, jam, or your favorite sauce.
Recipe Notes

*Nutritional information does not include additional fruit, jam or additions.

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Coconut Pecan Cranberry Bites

September 30, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Say hello to a bite of bliss! These Coconut Pecan Cranberry Bites are the perfect blend of sweet, nutty, and tangy goodness. Packed with wholesome ingredients and big flavor, they’re a delicious treat you’ll want to snack on all day!

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16 1 ball (approx. 2 tablespoons)
Ingredients
  • 4 Medjool dates pitted
  • 1 cup almond butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut unsweetened
Servings: 1 ball (approx. 2 tablespoons)
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  1. In food processor with S blade attachment, add pitted dates and process until they form a paste.
  2. Add the almond butter and cinnamon process until combined.
  3. Add the cranberries, pecans, and ¼ cup coconut and pulse until combined.
  4. Remove blade from food processor, scoop out dough into 2 tablespoon portions and roll into balls.
  5. Refrigerate 30 minutes to set.
  6. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes

Coconut Cranberry Bites

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 2 tablespoons (25g)
servings per container 16

Amount per serving
Calories	140					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	11	g			14	%	
Saturated Fat	2	g			10	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	0	mg			0	%	
Sodium	35	mg			2	%	
Total Carbohydrate	8	g			3	%	
Dietary Fiber	3	g			11	%	
Total Sugars	5	g					
Added Sugars	0	g			0	%	
Protein	4	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	61	mg			4	%	
Iron	1	mg			6	%	
Potassium	167	mg			4	%

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Veggie Chocolate Brownies

September 27, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Indulge in the ultimate guilt-free treat! These veggie-loaded chocolate brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with nutrients. Who knew being healthy could taste this good? Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt!


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Ingredients
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup zucchini finely shredded
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup dates pitted and chopped
  • 3/4 cup hot water
Servings: 1x1 inch servings
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  1. Place the whole dates in small bowl and pour hot water over them allowing them to soak until soft (about 30 minutes)
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare an 8x8 baking dish with lined parchment paper.
  3. Blend soaked dates (undrained) with finely shredded zucchini, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth and set aside.
  4. Combine oat flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt in bowl and stir together. Add in blended date and zucchini mixture until all is moistened.
  5. Pour thick batter into prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes or until brownies are no longer liquid in the middle and edges are firm.
  6. Allow to cool before eating!
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