Blueberry Lemon Banana Bread Moist Blueberry Lemon Banana Bread with Citrus Glaze Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas, mashed 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, tossed in 1 tsp flour) 2 eggs 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional Lemon Glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk mashed bananas, melted butter, sugars, eggs, yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla until smooth. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Carefully fold in the blueberries. Do not overmix. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then remove to a wire rack. If desired, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice and drizzle over the cooled loaf. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 55 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 8 slices #bananabread #blueberrybanana #lemonloaf #bakingathome #quickbread #fruitbread #moistbananabread #homemadebaking #easyloafcake #lemonbanana #springbaking #blueberryrecipes #sweetloaf #dessertideas #citrusbread #bakingwithfruit #breakfasttreat #bananaandblueberry #zestybread #lemonlover Bursting with fresh blueberries, banana sweetness, and a lemony zing, this Blueberry Lemon Banana Bread is pure sunshine in every slice!

Mexican Cochinita Pibil – Slow-Roasted Pork A Yucatan specialty, pork marinated in achiote paste, sour orange juice, and spices, wrapped in banana leaves, and slow-roasted until tender. Ingredients (Serves 6): * 1.5kg pork shoulder, cut into chunks * 3 tbsp achiote paste * 1 cup sour orange juice (or orange + lime juice) * 4 garlic cloves, minced * 1 tsp cumin * Banana leaves for wrapping (optional) * Salt and pepper Instructions: 1. Blend achiote, citrus juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper to make marinade. 2. Marinate pork overnight. 3. Wrap pork in banana leaves and roast at 160°C (320°F) for 3–4 hours until tender. 4. Shred and serve with pickled onions and corn tortillas. Mexican Tip: If banana leaves are unavailable, use foil and baste regularly.

Get ready for a fresh and flavorful twist with this Sub in a Tub! Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, it’s loaded with all your favorite sandwich fillings, minus the bread. Ingredients: - Provolone cheese - Ham - Onions - Shredded lettuce - Avocado - Banana peppers - Pickles - Tomato - Oil - Red wine vinegar - Oregano Directions: 1. Start by layering a generous amount of shredded lettuce in a serving bowl to create a fresh and crunchy base. 2. Next, neatly arrange slices of provolone cheese and ham on top for that creamy and savory goodness. 3. Add layers of sliced onions, creamy avocado, zesty banana peppers, crunchy pickles, and juicy tomato to complete the colorful medley. 4. Drizzle a touch of oil and tangy red wine vinegar over the entire bowl, bringing everything together with a burst of flavor. 5. Finally, sprinkle some oregano on top for an aromatic finish. 6. If you like, give it a gentle toss to mix all the flavors together, and then serve it up! Nutrition Facts (per serving): - Calories: 350 - Protein: 18g - Fat: 23g - Carbohydrates: 12g - Fiber: 6g Serving Size: 1 bowl Dig in and enjoy this deliciously easy Sub in a Tub that’s oh-so-satisfying! #HealthyEating #SubInATub #Yummy #MealPrep #SaladLove

Moroccan Spiced Banana Bread Fragrant Moroccan Banana Bread with Warm Spices and Orange Zest Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas, mashed 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon orange zest 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pistachios (optional) 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for topping) Directions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, melted oil or butter, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, and orange zest until smooth. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix. Stir in chopped nuts if using. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly over the top of the batter. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 55 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 10 slices #bananabread #moroccanflavors #spicedbaking #easyloafrecipes #warmspices #aromaticbaking #comfortbake #bananabreadtwist #bakingfromscratch #homemadebread #orangeyzest #exoticflavors #globalbakes #sweetspicecombo #cozybaking #bakedtreats #bananarecipes #teaandcake #nuttybakes #dessertloaf Give your banana bread an exotic makeover with Moroccan spices and a hint of orange zest. This fragrant loaf is perfect for chilly mornings or afternoon tea!

Looking for a vibrant and flavorful dish to impress your guests? Chiles en nogada Ingredients: - 6 poblano peppers - 1 lb ground beef - 1 lb ground pork - 1 onion, chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 2 tomatoes, diced - 1 apple, peeled and diced - 1 pear, peeled and diced - 1 banana, peeled and diced - 1/2 cup almonds, chopped - 1/2 cup raisins - 1 tsp cinnamon - 1/2 tsp nutmeg - Salt and pepper to taste - 1 cup walnuts, soaked and peeled - 1/2 cup milk - 2 tbsp sugar - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (for garnish) - Fresh parsley (for garnish) Preparation Steps: 1. Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame until charred. Place in a plastic bag to steam, then peel the skins off. 2. In a large skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. 3. Add the ground beef and pork, cooking until browned. 4. Stir in tomatoes, apple, pear, banana, almonds, raisins, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes until fruits are tender. 5. Stuff each roasted pepper with the meat mixture and arrange them on a serving platter. 6. In a blender, combine walnuts, milk, and sugar; blend until smooth to create the nogada sauce. 7. Pour the nogada sauce over the stuffed peppers. 8. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and parsley before serving. Prep Time: 30 mins | Cooking Time: 45 mins | Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Calories: 400 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings Suggested Pairings: Serve with warm tortillas or a fresh green salad for a complete meal! #chilesennogada #mexicanfood #comfortfood