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Mini Blooming Onion - Air Fryer White Pearl Onions

These frozen white pearl onions are roasted in the air fryer to create a mini blooming onion. Don't forget to serve this with my copycat sauce!

Did you know you can make mini blooming onions with some frozen white pearl onions!? I have been seeing it all over TikTok. They are so easy to make in the air fryer (you can also make them in the oven) and absolutely delicious served with my copycat sauce.

mini blooming onions in the air fryer

If you want to try out the full blown Blooming Onion version, I have a copycat version of that too!

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I love making these mini blooming onions because they are such a fun little bite-sized snack. They are perfectly coated in my seasonings mix making for optimal crunching.

What You Need for Roasted Pearl Onions

I prefer to make these in the air fryer as they come out crunchier; however, you can also make these in the oven. I prefer a basket style air fryer, such as this one, as it is easier to control these little onions and shake them up. However, a rack style air fryer will work as well, you will just have to be more careful.

Then, you will just need a couple of ingredients. This is my special blooming onion coating mix.

That is everything you will need for the mini blooming onions; however, we can go over some suggestions and substitutions.

Frozen White Pearl Onions

I specifically use the Bird's Eye frozen white pearl onions; however, different brands will work. Just be sure that they are the frozen kind that you just pop in the microwave.

frozen white pearl onions
Flour

Just your typical flour. Nothing fancy here, no self-rising flour, no almond flour, just all purpose flour. However, you can substitute a cup for cup gluten free flour.

Egg Whites

Yes, I love using liquid egg whites. They are so easy and mess free. Plus, you don't have to deal with the yolk and whatnot. However, you can use a regular egg, just be sure to whisk it before starting.

Cornmeal

Okay, this one is very important. We need cornmeal. Not corn bread mix. Just plain cornmeal. This one is my favorite.

Panko

You can really use any type of breadcrumbs here. I prefer some that are ground up very finely as the mini blooming onions are, well, very mini.

Seasonings

For the seasonings, I use garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and paprika. However, if there is something you want to add or take away, you can.

Copycat Blooming Onion Sauce

Now, let's get into the sauce. Here is what you need to make the sauce.

  • Plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
  • Sugar free ketchup
  • Honey mustard
  • Paprika
  • Salt
  • Oregano
  • Cayenne
  • Black pepper

Then, we can go over some suggestions and substitutions because this is not your typical copycat sauce. I make mine a bit healthier; however, you do not have to.

Plain, Nonfat Greek Yogurt

First, the base, plain nonfat Greek yogurt. I prefer using the yogurt as it is healthier and packed with protein; however, you can substitute a sour cream or mayo.

Sugar Free Ketchup

Remember, we are making this healthier. I use G Hughes sugar free ketchup; however, you can substitute a regular ketchup.

Honey Mustard

Have you tried Skinny Girl honey mustard dressing. I love Bethany Frankel and always love (loved) watching her on the Real Housewives. Anything she makes is absolutely amazing and I love trying her stuff. That is why I was so excited when I found out she had salad dressings. She has a couple and they are all amazing and low calorie.

For this mini blooming onion recipe, I use the skinny girl honey mustard dressing. However, you can substitute a different honey mustard. A more traditional blooming onion sauce would have minced horseradish; however, I like it better with honey mustard.

You can also substitute a minced ginger root instead.

Seasonings

For the seasonings, I use paprika, salt, pepper, oregano and cayenne pepper. I do not think this is too spicy, and I am a wimp; however, you can increase or decrease the spice as necessary.

mini blooming onion

How to Make a Mini Blooming Onion

Microwaving

Start by cooking the frozen white pearl onions according to the package instructions; however, only cook them halfway.

While those are cooking, prepare the batter. Grab three small shallow bowls. In one bowl, add half of the flour. With the second bowl, pour the liquid egg whites. In the third, add the rest of the flour, the cornmeal, panko and the seasonings.

When the pearl onions are halfway cooked, drain off any excess liquid.

Coating in Batter

Place the white pearl onions in the bowl with the flour, you may want to do just a few at a time, and cover with flour.

If all of the pearl onions do not fit in the air fryer, make them in batches and do not bread them until ready to cook.

When the pearl onions are covered in flour, add them to the bowl of liquid egg whites, covering them in egg whites. Again, you may want to do just a few at a time.

After they are covered in egg whites, add them to the bowl with all of the batter ingredients, covering them in batter. Again, you may want to do just a few at a time.

Air Frying

Once they are covered in the batter, place them in a greased air fryer. As much as possible, try not to let them touch. Air fry for 3 minutes, then open the air fryer and spray the onions with cooking spray.

Air fry for another 3 minutes. Then, open the air fryer, shake the onions, spray again with cooking spray, then continue air frying. Air fry for another 3 minutes.

Then, open the air fryer, shake the onions, spray again with cooking spray, then continue air frying until your desired crispness, another 3-5 minutes.

Making the Sauce

While those are cooking, prepare the sauce. Mix all the ingredients for the sauce together in a bowl. Store in the fridge until the roasted pearl onions are ready, to allow the flavors to form together. Then, dip a mini blooming onion in the sauce once cooked!

Making the Mini Blooming Onions Without Coating

You can also make the mini blooming onions without coating; however, they will taste very onion-y, if you like that. Follow all the same steps, except for the coating. Drain the onions, and season using the same seasonings blend. Then, put them straight in the greased air fryer and follow the same air fryer instructions. However, these will cook a little faster, therefore, cut a couple minutes off the air frying.

Making Roasted White Pearl Onions in the Oven

You can also make these in the oven. Follow all the same steps, until you get to the air frying. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and grease a baking tray with cooking spray. Bake the battered pearl onions in the oven for 12-15 minutes, flipping and spraying halfway through. They will not be as crispy; however, this is a good alternative if you do not have an air fryer.

Mini Blooming Onion - Air Fryer White Pearl Onions

These frozen white pearl onions are roasted in the air fryer to create a mini blooming onion. Don't forget to serve this with my copycat sauce!

This recipe may seem daunting, but I promise it is very simple and easy!

mini blooming onions in the air fryer

Mini Blooming Onion - Air Fryer White Pearl Onions

Did you know you can make mini blooming onions with some frozen white pearl onions!? They are so easy to make in the air fryer (you can also make them in the oven) and absolutely delicious served with my copycat sauce.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Appetizer, Sides
Cuisine American, Copycat
Servings 6 people
Calories 109 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

Mini Blooming Onions

  • 1 bag frozen white pearl onions 14.4 ounces
  • ⅔ cup flour
  • 2 liquid egg whites
  • ⅓ cup cornmeal
  • ⅛ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Copycat Sauce

  • ¼ cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar free ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon honey mustard skinny girl
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon oregano
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Start by cooking the frozen white pearl onions according to the package instructions; however, only cook them halfway. 
  • While those are cooking, prepare the batter. Grab three small shallow bowls. In one bowl, add half of the flour. With the second bowl, pour the liquid egg whites. In the third, add the other half of the flour, the cornmeal, panko and the seasonings, stirring to combine. 
  • When the pearl onions are ready (halfway cooked), drain off any excess liquid. 
  • Place the white pearl onions in the bowl with the flour, you may want to do just a few at a time, and cover with flour. 
  • Then, add them to the bowl of liquid egg whites, covering them in egg whites. Again, you may want to do just a few at a time. 
  • Then, add them to the bowl with all of the batter ingredients, covering them in batter. Again, you may want to do just a few at a time. 
  • Then, place them in a greased air fryer. Air fry at 350 degrees for 3 minutes, then open the air fryer and spray the onions with cooking spray. 
  • Air fry for another 3 minutes. Then, open the air fryer, shake the onions, spray again with cooking spray, then continue air frying. Air fry for another 3 minutes. 
  • Then, open the air fryer, shake the onions, spray again with cooking spray, then continue air frying until your desired crispness, another 3-5 minutes. In total, this will be about 12-15 minutes; however, be sure to check on them as time starts to run out.
  • While those are cooking, prepare the sauce. Mix all the ingredients for the sauce together in a bowl. Store in the fridge until the roasted pearl onions are ready, to allow the flavors to form together. 

Nutrition

Calcium: 13mgVitamin C: 2mgVitamin A: 78IUSugar: 2gFiber: 2gPotassium: 102mgCholesterol: 1mgCalories: 109kcalMonounsaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gFat: 1gProtein: 4gCarbohydrates: 22gIron: 1mg
Course Appetizer, Sides
Cuisine American, Copycat
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Sausage Bolognese

Sausage Bolognese, made with bacon in a delicious tomato sauce, is the best pasta sauce recipe you will ever try.

I am not even kidding when I say I have THE BEST pasta sauce ever. It is an Italian sausage and bacon bolognese made with the most delicious creamy, tomato sauce base. This was simmering on my stovetop all day. I could not resist taking multiple samples every few minutes. This is a sauce you will be raving about!!

What exactly does this sausage bolognese sauce taste like? I use sweet Italian sausage; therefore, it has some sweetness to it. But, some tartness from the tomatoes. It is packed with a delicious Italian, herby flavor. However, also has a salty flavor from the bacon. To finish it off, the half and half and parmesan cheese give it a deliciously creamy texture. What is there not to love!?

sausage bolognese with bacon

To say I am in love with this Italian sausage would be an understatement. I use the Johnsonville mild Italian ground sausage. I love it so much and have used it for a couple recipes such as my spinach artichoke stuffed peppers, sausage spinach sun-dried tomato pasta or my instant pot sausage spinach pasta. Yes, it may be a bit of a splurge at 170 calories for 2 ounces; however, it is so worth it! I am telling you, best sausage ever.

Yes, sausage bolognese will have sausage; however, if you need to cut the calories, or fat, or Weight Watchers points, substitute out a leaner meat. You can use ground chicken breast, ground turkey breast or even an extra lean ground beef.

What You Need for Sausage Bolognese

I make my sausage bolognese in a large pot on the stovetop; however, you can also make it in a crock pot.

  • Mild Italian sausage
  • Bacon
  • Crushed tomatoes
  • Seasonings
  • Half and Half
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Broth

We can also go over some suggestions and substitutions

Mild Italian Sausage

To say I am in love with this Italian sausage would be an understatement. I use the Johnsonville mild Italian ground sausage. Yes, it may be a bit of a splurge at 170 calories for 2 ounces; however, it is so worth it! I am telling you, best sausage ever.

Yes, sausage bolognese will have sausage; however, if you need to cut the calories, or fat, or Weight Watchers points, substitute out a leaner meat. You can use ground chicken breast, ground turkey breast or even an extra lean ground beef.

Bacon

I made my own bacon here which usually does not happen. It is an extra step to cook the bacon; however, very much worth it. I love a good fully cooked bacon that you just pop in the microwave as well. Additionally, you can substitute a turkey bacon to keep the fat content down a little.

Crushed Tomatoes

As much as I would love to grow my own tomatoes and crush them myself, fresh, for this sausage Bolognese recipe, there is absolutely zero percent chance of that happening. I grabbed a 28 ounce can of crushed tomatoes from the store. We will be spicing it up and it will taste amazing!

I also use that for my homemade tomato sauce. It is just your classic red sauce, without all the meat.

Half and Half

I use fat free half and half for this. I mean hey, why not keep the fat content down just a little! Ha! You are more than welcome to substitute a different half and half or heavy cream. If you want to skip it all together, you can; however, it does make the sauce nice and creamy.

Parmesan Cheese

I typically use Kraft reduced fat parmesan cheese for the parmesan seasoning. Yes, the bottles stuff that is found in the pizza sauce aisle. Hey, I can't be perfect all the time and I do love this stuff. However, you can substitute any type of parmesan that you love or skip it.

Broth

I just use low sodium chicken broth. It helps to thin out the sausage bolognese sauce a little, if you want it to be thinned out. You can substitute a different broth or skip it, if you like your sauce thicker. However, as mentioned, I use low sodium so adjust your salt accordingly if you use a normal sodium broth.

Seasonings

The seasonings are just your classic Italian seasonings that you know and love.

  • Garlic (minced)
  • Oregano
  • Italian seasonings
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Granular sugar replacement (Swerve or sub real sugar)
  • Lemon juice

However, I do have to say that the Italian sausage is very flavorful. I cut back a bit on the seasonings as compared to if I were to use just chicken. If you are using an unflavored meat, I would also flavor the meat while cooking that.

sausage bacon in tomato sauce

How to Make Sausage Bolognese

How do you make sausage Bolognese, with bacon, in a tomato sauce, then added to pasta!? I know it sounds crazy; however, it is one of the best pasta sauce recipes I have tried! It honestly does not take long. I simmered in on the stove for a couple hours; however, you can skip that step.

Tomato Sauce

I like to start by getting the base ready, the actual tomato sauce. Grab a large pot, large enough that if the sauce starts to splatter, it won't go everywhere.

Grab a large pot and grease the bottom with cooking spray, or drizzle in a little olive oil. Heat the pot to a medium heat. Once heated, add the minced garlic and cook for about a minute, until fragrant.

Once the garlic is ready, pour in the crushed tomatoes. Add all of the seasonings (including the lemon juice, parmesan and sugar, just not the half and half), and stir to combine. Bring the sauce up to a boil then reduce the heat to low and keep it at a simmer.

Meats

We will need to move on to cooking the meats, this will be the sausage and the bacon.

Heat a pan over medium high heat, greased with cooking spray. Add the sausage and break it up while cooking. Once fully cooked, add it to the tomato sauce.

As mentioned, the Italian sausage is very flavorful. I cut back a bit on the seasonings as compared to if I were to use just chicken by not seasonings the meat. If you are using an unflavored meat, I would also flavor the meat while cooking that.

Bring the pan back up to a medium / medium high heat and add the bacon. Cook the bacon to your desired wellness then cut up the bacon as much as you would like. I tried to get the pieces as small as I could. Then, add the bacon to the tomato sauce and sausage, giving it a stir.

Bolognese

Make sure the sauce is still at a simmer and simmer for 30 minutes to 4 hours. About 10 minutes before ready to eat, add the half and half and stir that to combine into the sauce. However, if you do not have much time to simmer the sauce, do not worry about it. While the sauce will taste a little more flavorful after simmering, you can skip it.

This recipe does not include the pasta; however, I love serving this sausage bolognese tomato sauce over some spaghetti or any type of pasta you love!

Start off adding just a very small amount of broth until your desired thickness/thinness. Let it simmer with the rest of the sauce and add more as you need it. You can even skip the broth if you do not like your sauce thinned out.

Sausage Bolognese, made with bacon in a delicious tomato sauce, is the best pasta sauce recipe you will ever try.

More Pasta Sauces

Do you love pasta sauces as much as I do? I am Italian so it is kinda in my blood. You can try my plain homemade tomato sauce if you prefer this but without meat. However, I do have to say, some of my favorite recipes are my instant pot penne alla vodka, hamburger Mac and cheese or instant pot chicken Alfredo.

If you need a side dish for this, try my garlic bread muffins.

Sausage Bolognese

Sausage Bolognese, made with bacon in a delicious tomato sauce, is the best pasta sauce recipe you will ever try.

sausage bolognese with bacon

Sausage Bolognese

I am not even kidding when I say I have THE BEST pasta sauce ever. It is an Italian sausage and bacon bolognese made with the most delicious tomato sauce base.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Main Course, Main Dish, Sauce
Cuisine Italian
Servings 12 servings
Calories 152 kcal

Equipment

  • Stovetop

Ingredients
 

  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon basil dried
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon granular sugar replacement Swerve
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons reduced fat parmesan cheese
  • 16 ounces ground mild italian sausage
  • 3 slices bacon
  • ⅓ cup fat-free half and half
  • ½ cup chicken broth low sodium

Instructions

  • Grab a large pot and grease the bottom with cooking spray, or drizzle in a little olive oil. Heat the pot to a medium heat. Once heated, add the minced garlic, and cook for about a minute, until fragrant. 
  • Once the garlic is ready, pour in the crushed tomatoes. Add all of the seasonings (including the lemon juice, parmesan and sugar, just not the half and half), and stir to combine. Bring the sauce up to a boil then reduce the heat to low and keep it at a simmer. 
  • Heat a pan over medium high heat, greased with cooking spray. Add the sausage and break it up while cooking. Once fully cooked, add it to the tomato sauce. 
  • Bring the pan back up to a medium / medium high heat and add the bacon. Cook the bacon to your desired wellness then cut up the bacon as much as you would like. I tried to get the pieces as small as I could. Then, add the bacon to the tomato sauce and sausage, giving it a stir. 
  • Make sure the sauce is still at a simmer and simmer for 30 minutes to 4 hours. About 10 minutes before ready to eat, add the half and half and stir that to combine into the sauce. 
  • Start off adding just a very small amount of broth until your desired thickness/thinness. Let it simmer with the rest of the sauce and add more as you need it. You can even skip the broth if you do not like your sauce thinned out.

Nutrition

Calcium: 69mgVitamin C: 7mgVitamin A: 183IUSugar: 3gFiber: 2gPotassium: 328mgCholesterol: 24mgCalories: 152kcalTrans Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 4gFat: 11gProtein: 6gCarbohydrates: 8gIron: 2mg
Keyword Pork
Course Main Course, Main Dish, Sauce
Cuisine Italian
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This recipe makes about 12, ½ cup servings.

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Summer BBQ Recipes

Happy Summer! Which is 51 weeks out of the year in Florida. However, I know summer doesn't start until Memorial Day for most of the Country. I have compiled a list of all my favorite summer BBQ recipes. Not all of these are actually made on the BBQ; however, just remind me of a summertime gathering outdoors.

Burgers

Let's start with burgers because nothing reminds me more of a summertime BBQ than a burger!

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Smash burgers are just like my bacon smash cheeseburgers, without the bacon. Seriously, the best burgers ever.

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These are some of my favorite appetizers that would be perfect for a summer BBQ or neighborhood gathering.

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Dips

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Fiesta corn dip is such a fun and zesty dip. It is very unique, as compared to a classic spin dip or hot wing dip. However, everyone will be so pleased and amazed by this. Very easy to make as well.

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Buffalo chicken dip, or HOT WING DIP! Whatever you want to call it, but this is the WAY healthier version of it. I could seriously devour this entire thing. I’ve brought it to many tailgates and parties and people love this version more than the normal way! Serve it cold with some chips or vegetables.

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Sides

What are your favorite sides? I would either go with a mac and cheese or fries as they can be made in bulk and will last through the BBQ.

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Drinks

I already have a full guide on all my low-point drinks options. Click on this link to check that out.

Dessert

If you need to bring or make a dessert, I have a couple WW friendly, easy to make, dessert options.

I have the perfect frosting dip when you have a little sweet tooth! It is so delicious and you can make it any flavor that you want. I serve it with a couple pretzels for a salty taste too! Only two ingredients required!

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perfect one point snack when your sweet tooth hits
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I love having really good healthy alternatives to snack on. It makes it even better when the snack looks this pretty. Total holiday, snowball vibes, am I right!? These jello candied grapes are so good, especially frozen. We used them in our charcuterie board and they made the perfect addition!

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Hormel Pork Tenderloin: How To Cook It

How to cook the marinated, Hormel pork loin tenderloin in the slow cooker for the best and most tender results. 

How to cook the marinated, Hormel pork loin tenderloin in the slow cooker for the best results.

Have you ever seen those pre-marinated, pre-seasoned pork tenderloins in your meat section? I absolutely love having one of those on hand. They last in the fridge for about a month. They are perfect for those days when I do not know what to cook, or forgot to set my meat out of the freezer.

The hormel pork tenderloin is very easy to make and super quick in the oven. However, I highly suggest cooking the tenderloin in the slow cooker. It takes less than two hours (even just 90 minutes usually) and comes out extremely tender.

There are tons of different brands and flavors to choose from. I have tried almost all of them; however, this recipe will feature the apple bourbon. It is a fan favorite!

For anyone who has not seen this tenderloin before, here is what the apple bourbon hormel pork loin looks like. As I said, there are different brands, I also love Prairie Fresh, and flavors.

Hormel pork tenderloin

What You Need to Make the Hormel Tenderloin

First things first is a crock pot or slow cooker of course. I use the original crock pot brand and I love using the liners for easy clean up; however, you do not have to. Make sure you grab a meat thermometer too, that can stay in a closed crock.

Then, of course, you will need the Hormel pork tenderloin. You can also use another brand or any flavor that you wish.

I am not even kidding, the only ingredient you will need is some broth; however, you can substitute that with some water if you do not have any. This just keeps the pork moist as it cooks.

If you find that any of the flavors are too spicy or smokey for you, which they can be, you can also sprinkle some brown sugar on top.

Hormel pork loin

How to Cook a Hormel Marinated Pork Tenderloin in a Slow Cooker

Cooking the Hormel pork tenderloin in the slow cooker is very easy. Add the broth or water to the bottom of the crock pot first. Then, add in the pork tenderloin. Stick the meat thermometer into the largest part of the pork. Then, set the crock pot on low for 90 to 120 minutes. When the pork is done, slice into pieces.

If you do not have that long, or want to try out the oven version, preheat the oven to 435 degrees. Add the pork tenderloin to a greased baking tray and bake for 25-30 minutes.

You can also cook the hormel pork tenderloin in the air fryer for about 10 minutes, using the same technique and the slow cooker with the broth.

Additional Tenderloin Recipes

If you want to make the tenderloin yourself, I have plenty of recipes. Make my crock pot BBQ pork tenderloin, or my BBQ turkey tenderloin in the crock pot. If you want a different flavor, try out my Instant Pot turkey tenderloin with a garlic herb crust.

Hormel Pork Tenderloin

How to cook the marinated, Hormel pork loin tenderloin in the slow cooker for the best results. 

How to cook the marinated, Hormel pork loin tenderloin in the slow cooker for the best results.

Hormel Pork Tenderloin

How to cook the marinated, Hormel pork loin tenderloin in the slow cooker for the best results. 
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 1 hr 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 35 mins
Course Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 138 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • ⅛ cup chicken broth
  • 1 Hormel Pork Tenderloin

Instructions

  • Cooking the Hormel pork tenderloin in the slow cooker is very easy. Add the broth or water to the bottom of the crock pot first. Then, add in the pork tenderloin.
  • Stick the meat thermometer into the largest part of the pork. Then, set the crock pot on low for 90 to 120 minutes.
  • When the pork is done, slice into 8 pieces. 

Nutrition

Serving: 2 slicesSodium: 94mgCalcium: 7mgVitamin A: 1IUSugar: 1gPotassium: 504mgCholesterol: 82mgCalories: 138kcalTrans Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gFat: 3gProtein: 26gCarbohydrates: 1gIron: 1mg
Keyword Pork
Course Main Course, Main Dish
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Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan

The secret is out, garlic and parmesan cheese broccoli in an air fryer is the best vegetable to try! Easy and crispy broccoli with a delicious parmesan garlic flavor. What is there not to love?!

The secret is out, garlic and parmesan cheese broccoli in an air fryer is the best vegetable to try!

Air fryer broccoli Parmesan can get a little dry and a little messy. It is no doubt that an air fryer can make almost anything crispy; however, it can also make it dry. Plus, with all the extra parmesan and garlic hanging around, it can really get your air fryer dirty. However, I will help walk you through all these solutions.

What You Need for Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan

Make sure you grab an air fryer, I like using a rack type air fryer for this. In addition, I like to use air fryer liners as this recipe can get a bit messy with all the extra garlic and parmesan.

Now, for the actual ingredients.

  • Cooking spray
  • Broccoli
  • Minced garlic
  • Parmesan
  • Garlic salt

I typically use Kraft reduced fat parmesan cheese for the parmesan seasoning. Yes, the bottles stuff that is found in the pizza sauce aisle. Hey, I can't be perfect all the time and I do love this stuff. However, you can substitute any type of parmesan that you love.

I mean come on, who doesn't love garlic!? Lately, I have been buying whole, peeled, garlic cloves and mincing them myself with a mini food processor. Typically, I do a whole bunch of them at one time. Then, I store them in a mason jar in the fridge. However, use a pre-minced garlic or an alternative. Spice World also makes a great pre-minced garlic.

If you think the broccoli is too dry, toss with some oil instead of cooking spray.

Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan

How to Make Air Fryer Broccoli with Parmesan Cheese

First, preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees. Grease the air fryer rack with cooking spray. I like to add an air fryer liner to keep the mess down; however, you can skip it.

Cut the head of the broccoli up into bite-sized pieces and add to a large bowl.

Spray with cooking spray, tossing to coat. Then, sprinkle with the parmesan, garlic and salt, tossing to coat.

Add broccoli to the greased air fryer rack. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway. Any longer and the garlic will burn.

I like the spray the broccoli with some more cooking spray when it is done as the broccoli can get a bit dry. Alternatively, you can toss the broccoli with oil in the beginning.

However, if you do not have an air fryer, you can make this in the oven. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking tray with cooking spray. Repeat all the same steps to season the broccoli. Then, bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.

Air Fryer Broccoli with Parmesan Cheese

Additional Broccoli Recipes

Loving broccoli? Me too! Try out my crunchy crack broccoli, it is one of my most popular recipes. You can also use this air fryer technique with that brown sugar broccoli recipe.

However, you also have to try out my cheesy roasted broccoli, broccoli Alfredo, or loaded broccoli and cauliflower.

Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan

The secret is out, garlic and parmesan cheese broccoli in an air fryer is the best vegetable to try!

The secret is out, garlic and parmesan cheese broccoli in an air fryer is the best vegetable to try!

Air Fryer Broccoli Parmesan

The secret is out, garlic and parmesan cheese broccoli in an air fryer is the best vegetable to try!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Course Side Dish, Sides
Servings 2 people
Calories 114 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 1 head of broccoli
  • cooking spray
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2 tablespoons reduced fat parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves minced garlic

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees. Grease the air fryer rack with cooking spray. I like to add an air fryer liner to keep the mess down; however, you can skip it. 
  • Cut the head of the broccoli up into bite-sized pieces and add to a large bowl.
  • Spray with cooking spray, tossing to coat. Sprinkle with the parmesan, garlic and salt, tossing to coat. 
  • Add broccoli to the greased air fryer rack. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway. Any longer and the garlic will burn. 
  • I like the spray the broccoli with some more cooking spray when it is done as the broccoli can get a bit dry. Alternatively, you can toss the broccoli with oil in the beginning. 

Nutrition

Calcium: 176mgVitamin C: 272mgVitamin A: 1909IUSugar: 5gFiber: 8gPotassium: 976mgCholesterol: 2mgCalories: 114kcalMonounsaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gFat: 2gProtein: 9gCarbohydrates: 21gIron: 2mg
Course Side Dish, Sides
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Truffle Roasted Potatoes

These truffle potatoes are roasted to perfection with a spicy parmesan seasoning. This combines everything I love, from potatoes, to truffle oil, to a nice parmesan crispy crust. Plus, make it spicy or keep it chill, whatever you love!

I absolutely love making potatoes. They are one of my favorite sides and never get old. I typically make a garlic herb version, which are amazing. However, I was feeling adventurous and invented these spicy, truffle, parmesan, roasted potatoes.

Truffle potatoes roasted to perfection with a spicy parmesan seasoning.

Roasted potatoes are some of the easiest sides you can make. Plus, customize any of the ingredients and use what you love.

If you do not like truffle, you can substitute out a regular olive oil. Then, this recipe will make spicy parmesan potatoes. Alternatively, if you do not like it spicy, skip the crushed red pepper. This recipe would then make truffle parmesan potatoes.

What You Need for Truffle Roasted Potatoes

Roasted potatoes are some of the easiest sides you can make. Plus, customize any of the ingredients and use what you love.

  • Potatoes
  • Truffle oil
  • Parmesan
  • Garlic
  • Crushed red pepper
  • Seasonings

Let's go over some suggestions and substitutions

Potatoes

You can really make this with any type of potatoes. I typically go for baby red potatoes; however, my Instant Cart driver told me they were all out of stock...

I use mini baby potatoes; however, you can use any potato you like. Either cut it up to about the same size as I did or adjust the cooking times. While on the topic, be sure to try and cut the potatoes as close in size as possible. This will allow them to all cook at the same time.

Truffle Oil

Fun fact, I am actually allergic to mushrooms, yes, truffle oil does count. However, I love the taste of truffle fries or truffle potatoes. Therefore, I have to make an except for these roasted potatoes and eat some truffle. Someone grab the Benadryl!!

While you have the truffle oil, make some of my truffle parmesan fries next time!

If you do not like truffle, do not have truffle oil, or are simply allergic, you can substitute out a regular olive oil. Then, this recipe will make spicy parmesan potatoes. Which are still amazing!

Parmesan

I typically use Kraft reduced fat parmesan cheese for the parmesan truffle seasoning. Yes, the bottles stuff that is found in the pizza sauce aisle. Hey, I can't be perfect all the time and I do love this stuff. However, you can substitute any type of parmesan that you love.

Garlic

I mean come on, who doesn't love garlic!? Lately, I have been buying whole, peeled, garlic cloves and mincing them myself with a mini food processor. Typically, I do a whole bunch of them and store them in a mason jar in the fridge. However, use a pre-minced garlic or an alternative. Spice World also makes a great pre-minced garlic.

Crushed Red Pepper

The spice for these truffle roasted potatoes comes from crushed red pepper. Alternatively, if you do not like it spicy, skip the crushed red pepper. This recipe would then make truffle parmesan potatoes. In addition, you can substitute out a different spicy seasonings such as ground red pepper.

Seasonings

For the seasonings, I keep it simple. Some garlic salt, because who does not love some more garlic and some salty potatoes. Then, some paprika, mostly for color, and a little bit of rosemary for a nice herb flavor. However, you can substitute out the seasonings for anything that you love.

Truffle Roasted Potatoes

I top it off with some parsley for color as well.

How to Make Truffle Roasted Potatoes

Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil, if desired, and spray with cooking spray.

Make sure the potatoes are thoroughly washed and dried. Then, cut the potatoes up into bite-sized, even, pieces.

Add cut potatoes to a large bowl and drizzle with the truffle oil, tossing to evenly coat. Sprinkle on the remaining seasonings and toss to evenly coat.

Add the potatoes to the baking tray and bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until desired wellness. Be sure to flip the potatoes halfway through, or three times if starting to get too browned.

Alternatively, air fry at 400 degrees for 12-14 minutes.

Truffle Roasted Potatoes

Truffle potatoes roasted to perfection with a spicy parmesan seasoning. 

Truffle potatoes roasted to perfection with a spicy parmesan seasoning.

Truffle Roasted Potatoes

Truffle potatoes roasted to perfection with a spicy parmesan seasoning. 
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Side Dish, Sides
Servings 2 people
Calories 278 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven

Ingredients
 

  • 8 yukon gold potatoes 10 ounces
  • 1 tablespoon truffle oil
  • 2 tablespoons reduced fat parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon rosemary

Instructions

  • Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil, if desired, and spray with cooking spray.
  • Make sure the potatoes are thoroughly washed and dried. Then, cut the potatoes up into bite-sized, even, pieces.
  • Add cut potatoes to a large bowl and drizzle with the truffle oil, tossing to evenly coat. Sprinkle on the remaining seasonings and toss to evenly coat. 
  • Add the potatoes to the baking tray and bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until desired wellness. Be sure to flip the potatoes halfway through, or three times if starting to get too browned. 

Nutrition

Serving: 4 ouncesCalcium: 94mgVitamin C: 53mgVitamin A: 223IUSugar: 2gFiber: 6gPotassium: 1104mgCholesterol: 4mgCalories: 278kcalMonounsaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 2gFat: 8gProtein: 6gCarbohydrates: 46gIron: 2mg
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Doritos Bake

This Doritos nachos bake is made in a one pot casserole dish with Mexican ground chicken and the only nachos recipe you will need. Plus, it is weight watchers friendly and completely customizable!

If you have tried my famous queso smothered chicken casserole, or nacho casserole, I have a new version for you - DORITOS BAKE! This combines nacho cheese Dorito chips, cheesy rice, perfectly cooked chicken and then all your favorite nacho toppings. Such a fun and easy way to eat all the delicious food that you love.

This Doritos nachos bake is made in a one pot casserole dish with Mexican ground chicken and the only nachos recipe you will need.

As I mentioned, this recipe is completely customizable. Use any chips that you love, substitute out the meat, switch up the cheese or yogurt and use any of your favorite taco toppings.

What You Need for a Doritos Bake

To make this Doritos nachos recipe, you will cook the chicken on the stove, the rice in the Instant Pot, then combine everything you need for the casserole and bake that in the oven.

For the ingredients, I will let you know what I use. However, we can go over substitutions and suggestions.

  • Ground chicken breast
  • Salsa con queso
  • Rice (Add some riced cauliflower too!)
  • Dorito nacho cheese chips
  • Taco toppings
  • Taco seasonings

Substitutions and Suggestions for Ingredients

Ground Chicken Breast

I am truly a chicken person. Chicken is my favorite meat and I will not change my mind. I prefer fat-free ground chicken breast; however, you can use any ground chicken.

In addition, you can substitute the chicken for ground beef, ground turkey or another type of ground meat.

Salsa Con Queso

Now what is salsa con queso you ask? Salsa con queso is in the grocery store and is near the tortilla chips in my local Publix. It is a jarred sauce/dip that consists of salsa and queso, hence, salsa con queso. No, it is not refrigerated before opening. I loving having salsa con queso in my house as it is pretty low calorie for what it is, cheese.

There are a variety of different brands but I use the generic one, it is cheaper! However, you can also make your own using Velveeta, or a similar cheese, and salsa. Purchase a pre-made salsa or make my homemade skinny salsa recipe. In addition, you can also substitute queso blanco.

Rice

I use Publix extra long grain rice, always. It is just what I have on hand and what I use for every dish. However, you can use a different rice, just be mindful of cooking times.

In addition, I will be making Instant Pot rice for this recipe. However, you can make your rice any which way that you wish. I have a great stovetop rice recipe as well.

(Add some riced cauliflower too!)

Doritos

Come on, this Doritos bake has to call for some Dorito nacho cheese chips! I had some extra bags of Doritos, they said nacho on them, it was really a no brainier. However, you can substitute a different type of chip, such as tortilla chips. But, this Doritos casserole is amazing with some Dorito chips!

I had the Family Size Doritos and I estimated that I used about 20% of the bag, which is 3 servings or 35 chips (84 grams). The ratio of chips to meat was perfect for me. Very meaty but lots of chips. You can add more or less chips, if you wish. In addition, you can crumble some fresh chips on your bowl after serving.

Do the Doritos stay crunchy? Yes and no. Some are crunchy, some are soft, some are right in the middle. Kind of like normal nachos! If you want just fresh Doritos, make this recipe without the dorito and then crumble some on top!

Taco Toppings

The taco toppings I pick for my Mexican chicken casserole are obviously Doritos. Along with nonfat Greek yogurt, onion, tomato, corn and shredded Mexican cheese. However, you can pick any toppings that you like. I also use Taco Bell sauce; however, you can substitute out another brand or some salsa too.

You can easily substitute the Greek yogurt for sour cream; however, I like using yogurt as it is very light and has added protein.

Adding beans straight in with the cooked meat is amazing. Then, top it off with anything else you see fit such as shredded lettuce, jalapeños or olives.

In addition, I just gave my suggestions and what I did in regard to the amount of taco toppings used. Please feel free to use as much or as little of the taco toppings in the recipe.

Taco Seasonings 

I always have my homemade taco seasonings on hand, I make them exactly how I like them and I think they are better than anything you can buy. Plus, when you buy a seasonings mix, you never really know what is in it. 

This is the taco seasonings recipe that I live and breathe for, hey, I love tacos, and is perfect to season the pork for this recipe. However, you can also buy a packet, just use 2/2.5 tablespoons of it!

  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon oregano

Adjust any of these seasonings to your liking in your Mexican chicken that would go great with nacho cheese Doritos. This mix is not spicy; however, you can make it spicier with the addition of ground red pepper. However, if you are watching your salt, you can reduce that as well. But I do not think there is too much salt in this.

doritos bake

How to Make Doritos Bake

How do you make this Doritos nachos recipe? Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a casserole dish (I use an 8x8 glass dish) with cooking spray and set aside.

Rice

Add rice to the bottom of the Instant Pot. Either use a nonstick bowl insert or grease the bottom first. Level out the rice.

Add water to the top of the rice, trying not disturb the rice. It is okay if some pieces come up and float.

Cover the pot and secure the lid. Make sure the valve is set to sealing. Set the pressure cook button to 5 minutes and start it. Not the rice setting, I just use the pressure cook setting. However, you can also make the rice on the stovetop or use an alternative rice.

When the time is up let the pot sit for 5-6 minutes and then move the valve to venting. Remove the lid and add in the salsa con queso, mixing to combine. Then, set aside. (Add some riced cauliflower too!)

Chicken

Heat a medium sized pan, greased with cooking spray, over medium/high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for a minute. Add in the ground chicken and start breaking up the chicken. If you like it browned and crispy, let the chicken set, whole, on the stove about 1-2 minutes per side before breaking up.

Once the chicken is starting to break up, sprinkle on the seasonings. Continue to break up and mix the chicken until fully cooked. Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the Taco Bell sauce and lime juice. Mix for a minute then remove from heat.

Doritos Bake

In the casserole dish, add in half of the Doritos and break up into smaller pieces. Layer evenly with the rice mixture, then the ground chicken. Spread on the yogurt, then sprinkle on your taco toppings. Be careful as to which taco toppings you are putting on right now as it will have to go in the oven. Not all toppings should be heated up such as shredded lettuce.

Add the other half of the Doritos on top, slightly crushed, then, sprinkle with cheese. Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes to allow the cheese to melt. Add any additional taco toppings or more chips, then, divide into 4 pieces.

Mexican chicken casserole with doritos

Leftovers

I am going to be honest here, this Mexican chicken casserole does not make for the best leftovers and the problem is with the Doritos. The reason for this is that the Doritos get soggy. The nacho cheese sauce does keep the meat moist, which keeps the Doritos moist.

I did eat a serving as leftovers the next day. It was amazing but not highly recommended to make as leftovers or a meal prep. However, if you do want this as a meal prep, do not add the Doritos into this dish. Instead, have them on the side and crumble them into your bowl when you are ready to eat.

You can also use this recipe as a starting guide to make some typical nachos with Doritos.

Doritos Bake

This Doritos nachos bake is made in a one pot casserole dish with Mexican ground chicken and the only nachos recipe you will need. Plus, it is weight watchers friendly and completely customizable!

I promise it seems like a lot of work, but it really is not!

This Doritos nachos bake is made in a one pot casserole dish with Mexican ground chicken and the only nachos recipe you will need.

Doritos Bake

This combines nacho cheese Dorito chips, cheesy rice, perfectly cooked chicken and then all your favorite nacho toppings. Such a fun and easy way to eat all the delicious food that you love.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 people
Calories 454 kcal

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