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Bahtshevah's Old-Fashioned Vegan Ice Cream

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Vegan Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Indulge in the creamy, classic taste of old-fashioned ice cream, made entirely vegan. This recipe brings you all the rich flavor you remember, without any dairy. Yields: About 4-6 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Chill time: 4 hours or overnight Churn time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients: 2 cans (13.5 oz each) full-fat coconut milk 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in boiling water for at least 1 hour, then drained 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened plant milk (almond, or oat) 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt Equipment: Blender Saucepan Ice cream maker Freezer-safe container Instructions: Blend the base: In a high-powered blender, combine the soaked cashews, coconut milk, and plant milk. Blend until very smooth and creamy. Cook the mixture: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar and cornstarch. Gradually whisk in the blended cashew mixture until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture th...

Ten Blaring Sirens That Scream: "Sistas, You're Dating a World-Class Benefit Collector (With Zero Commitment)!"

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Couch Surfer! Let's be real, dating can feel like navigating a minefield blindfolded while playing hopscotch. You meet someone, sparks fly (or maybe it's just static from his polyester shirt), and you start to think, "Could this be it?" "Could he be the one?" Then, slowly but surely, the rose-tinted glasses crack, revealing a landscape that looks suspiciously like a solid waste landfill of unmet potential. Sisters, if you're starting to suspect your Prince Charming might actually be a particularly demanding, world-class, entitled moocher, fear not! I'm here to arm you with a hilarious (but deadly serious) survival guide. Here are ten flashing neon signs that scream louder than a toddler denied candy: your current romantic interest might just be operating at a significant deficit in the "winner" department. 1. The "ATM Machine with a Pulse" Syndrome: Look, we all hit a rough patch. But if his opening line to you involves a sob sto...

52 Weeks, 52 Activities | A Year of Connection and Growth | Week 7 | A Culinary Adventure: Savoring Connection, Sharing GOD'S Bounty

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Cooking An Italian Meal Together Food is more than just fuel; it’s a powerful connector, bringing people together through shared experiences, sensory delights, and the simple act of nourishment. Embarking on a "Culinary Adventure" with your partner is a delicious way to spice up your relationship, creating lasting memories and deepening your bond through the joy of cooking and dining together. This post explores how sharing culinary experiences, viewed through the lens of holy scriptures, can enrich your relationship and deepen your appreciation for GOD’S provision. Why a Culinary Adventure Strengthens Your Relationship Sharing culinary experiences offers a unique blend of benefits: Enhances Communication and Teamwork: Cooking together requires communication, coordination, and compromise, thus strengthening your teamwork skills. Dividing tasks, coordinating timing, and navigating recipes together fosters collaboration. Sparks New Conversations: Trying new recipes or exploring...