Professor Marcio Gil De Almeida

Savor the nutty, rich goodness of this covertly vegan pecan pie. It's a delicious take on an old favorite that will satisfy your sweet tooth and fit into a vegan lifestyle. It's elevated to a new level with the addition of chocolate chips! Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped 1 cup pitted dates, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes and drained 1/2 cup almond butter 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp salt 1 prepared vegan pie crust 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips optional Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C In a food processor, combine the soaked dates, almond butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt Blend until you have a smooth and creamy filling Fold in 1 cup of chopped pecans into the date mixture Pour the pecan mixture into the prepared vegan pie crust and spread it evenly ...

These Lemon Butter Tarts are a delightful combination of tangy lemon filling and buttery pastry crust. They make for a perfect treat any time of day, whether served as a dessert or a sweet snack. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup cold water 3 large eggs 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C In a food processor, pulse together flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and salt Add diced butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs Gradually add cold water, pulsing until dough comes together Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes Roll out dough on a floured surface and cut into rounds to fit tart molds Press dough in...

Enjoy the delicious combination of a juicy beef patty, Swiss cheese, and caramelized onions sandwiched between rye bread slices. The Patty Melt is a classic comfort food burger with a twist! Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 4 slices of Swiss cheese 8 slices of rye bread 4 tablespoons butter Salt and pepper to taste Thousand Island dressing optional Instructions: Make 4 patties out of the ground beef that are all the same size Add salt and pepper to taste to the patties In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the patties for three to four minutes on each side, or until they're done the way you like them Take it out and set it aside In the same pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add the thinly sliced onions Cook them until they turn caramelized and golden brown Take it out and set it aside Each piece of rye bread should have one s...

The delicate flavors of edible flowers and the hydrating properties of coconut water come together in these tasty popsicles. On a hot summer day or as a unique dessert for a special event, they're great. Ingredients: 1 cup edible flowers such as rose petals, lavender, or violets 2 cups coconut water 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup Juice of 1 lemon Instructions: Clean the edible flowers thoroughly, removing any dirt or debris In a blender, combine the edible flowers, coconut water, honey or agave syrup, and lemon juice Blend until smooth Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top for expansion Insert popsicle sticks into each mold Freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid To remove the popsicles from the molds, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds to loosen them

This soup tastes like stuffed peppers but comes in a bowl. It is hearty and full of flavor. It's perfect for a warm meal on a cold day. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 cup onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes 1 can 8 oz tomato sauce 4 cups beef broth 1 cup cooked rice 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried basil 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup shredded cheese for garnish Fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat Add onions and garlic, cook until onions are translucent Stir in the diced green and red bell peppers Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth Mix well Add oregano, basil, black pepper, and salt Bring to a simmer Reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes Stir in cooked r...

A tasty take on the traditional sandwich, these Loaded Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes are sure to please. The meat and vegetables get rich, savory flavors from the slow cooker while it does all the work. Put cheese, pickles, and jalapeos on top of the burger to make it taste even better. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1/2 cup diced onion 1/2 cup diced bell pepper 1/2 cup diced celery 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce 1/4 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste 4 hamburger buns 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Sliced pickles and sliced jalapeos for topping Instructions: In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned Drain any excess fat Place the cooked beef, diced onion, diced bell pepper, diced ...