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Organic chocolate peanut butter cream shortbread tarts

(Recipe by @andriaorganichomecooking)

Chocolate and peanut butter is a perfect match and tastes so decadent in these short bread tarts. Yes, shortbread tarts! This recipe is so easy to make and you will wow your guests with this sophisticated dessert! The chocolate peanut butter filling is so light and creamy, and the tart is so buttery, it literally melts in your mouth! I hope you enjoy the recipe! If you make it, tag me and let me know how it turns out! Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS ( I use all organic ingredients)

Short bread tarts: 1 cup organic grass fed butter ½ cup raw powdered sugar 2 cups flour 1 tsp of Madagascar vanilla bean extract

Chocolate peanut butter cream filling: ½ cup organic grass fed butter ½ cup unsweetened peanut butter 2-3 cups of powdered sugar 3-4 Tbs of unsweetened cocoa (depends on how chocolaty you want it) ½ cup of chopped peanuts ½ cup of shaved dark chocolate

You will need a muffin tray that makes 12 muffins

INSTRUCTIONS:

Turn oven on to bake at 350 degrees F. Grease the inside of each muffin compartment on the muffin tray.

In a stand mixer, using a paddle attachment, combine sugar and butter (make sure butter is room temperature) and mix on low speed until smooth. Add vanilla extract and 1 cup of flour at a time, continue to mix on low speed until dough forms.

On a floured surface; roll out the dough using a rolling pin to about an inch thick and using a round cookie cutter that is bigger than the a single muffin cut out the dough and place it in the muffin tray pressing it down with your finger until it lines the inside of that muffin compartment. Repeat until each section of the muffin tray is lined with the shortbread cookie dough. I usually trim the top of each muffin section so it’s even and each cookie cup will be the same size.

Place the tray in the centre of the oven rack and back for 10-12 mins (keep your eye on it the whole time to ensure they don’t burn) they should be a very light brown.

Once cooked, remove from the oven and place on a cooling rack to cool completely before trying to remove them from the muffin tray.

Meanwhile, in a stand mixer with a whisk attachment, cream the butter, peanut butter and sugar together until smooth. Add in the cocoa powder and mix well. Taste and add more sugar or cocoa if you want it sweeter and more chocolatey. Whip on high spend until it looks light and creamy.

Fill a pipping bag with a star attachment and set aside.

To assemble:

Carefully remove each cookie cup from the muffin tray by lightly twisting from the top and pipe in the chocolate butter cream. Top with chopped peanuts and shaved chocolate and serve. You can also drizzle with melted chocolate or Carmel sauce!

Makes a dozen

Enjoy!

[andriaorganichomecooking]

Organic Surf and Turf (BBQ Striploin with Wild Sea Scallops) 

(Recipe by @andriaorganichomecooking) 

This is my take on a surf and turf. There is something about scallops that go so well with beef. I kept the sides light since both the beef and scallops are heavy on their own. A couple of tips when cooking beef, make sure your meat is at room temperature before cooking it! This is so easy to make, it’s a perfect after work recipe that’s ready in under 30 min! Enjoy! 

INGREDIENTS: (I use all organic/wild ingredients) 

3 Striploin Steaks 

9 Wild Scallops 

200g of fresh green beans 

1 package of Quinoa 

1 cup of vegetable broth 

1 tbs of butter 

Salt 

Pepper 

Olive Oil 

INSTRUCTIONS: 

Preheat the BBQ to medium heat. 

In a small pot cook the quinoa as per instructions on package then set aside covered to stay warm. (I use broth instead of water to cook the quinoa)

Meanwhile pat dry the steaks and season with salt and pepper. Place the steaks on the hot grill and cook for 1-2 mins then flip. Flip the steaks and cook for another 1-2 mins. When you flip them again, rotate the steak so the grill marks make a grid pattern. Cook for another 1-2 minutes then repeat. You can use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature to cook the steaks to your desired temperature. I usually make mine medium. Once cooked, remove from grill and place on a cutting board to rest for 5 mins before cutting. TIP: It’s important to let your meat rest before cutting it, otherwise it just bleeds out and ends up drying up quicker. 

In a medium skillet, heat to medium and add the butter. Pat dry the scallops with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper, then add to the hot pan and cook for 90 seconds on each side for perfectly cooked scallops that will melt in your mouth! Remove from pan and set aside on a paper towel to drain out any butter. 

To plate, add the quinoa to the bottom of the plate, slice each tenderloin and lay over top of the quinoa, place the scallops on top and lay the green beans next to the beef and serve. 

Makes 3 

Enjoy!

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Organic Autumn Fruit Oatmeal Bowl

(Recipe by @andriaorganichomecooking)

I use organic quick steel cut oats for this declines oatmeal bowl.  You can change the fruit to what ever is seasonal.  The key to this recipe is the cinnamon and walnuts, they add a perfect flavour and crunch to this warm, comforting breakfast!  You can drizzle with a little organic honey or maple syrup for a touch of sweetness.  Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS (All Ingredients are organic):

1 cup of steel cut oats (You can also use instant plain oatmeal)

1 ½ cups water

2 tbs cinnamon

2 tbs of walnuts

¼ cup blueberries

¼ cup blackberries

1 apple

(or you can add any fruit you like!)

1 tbs raw wildflower honey

INSTRUCTIONS:

Bring the 1 ½ cups water to boil and add steel cut oats and reduce heat to medium low, cover (stirring occasionally) and let simmer for 7-10 mins.  Remove from heat and keep covered for another minute.

Add warm oatmeal to a bowl, and sprinkle 2 tbs of cinnamon on the top.  Place the walnuts, berries and sliced apples on top and drizzle with 1 tbs of wild raw honey (or maple syrup).

Enjoy!

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