The Secret Chefs

Valentine's Day is on it's way! Chocolate is definitely a wonderful way to show someone you love them (or show a little love to yourself!). Everything is better dipped in chocolate! Ingredients: chocolate chips coconut oil pretzels, marshmallows, strawberries, frozen bananas, orange slices, rice marshmallow treats, etc. for dipping. Instructions: Put a few inches of water in the bottom of a double boiler.  Heat the water to boiling over medium heat. When it begins to boil, reduce heat to a simmer. Place the chocolate chips in the top of the double boiler. Stir carefully. Be sure that the water from below does not splash into the chocolate.  When melted pour into desired mold and allow to cool fully before removing from the mold. Or, add a little bit of coconut oil (a tablespoon or two) to thin for dipping. Drop desired items into melted chocolate mixture and swirl around until fully covered. Lift out with two forks and place on a parchment paper covered ...

Looking for a sweet and spicy way to kick off the holidays? Look no further! These jalapeno poppers will wow your taste buds and impress your guests.  

Hard-cooked eggs (aka. hard-boiled eggs) are not only full of healthy vitamins and nutrients, but are delicious, as well.  On their own they're portable and make great protein packed snacks.  These simple-to-make eggs can be used in many ways, whether it be to make deviled eggs or dress up a salad or sandwich.  This post walks you through the steps of making perfect hard-cooked eggs.      Instructions:   Cover with cold water until water reaches 1 inch above the top of the eggs. Add a sprinkle of salt to the water. Cover pot and turn heat to high.  When the water boils, turn off the stove. Let eggs sit in hot water for 12-15 minutes.   While the eggs are sitting in the hot water, prepare a bath of ice water.      Place eggs quickly into an ice bath, being careful not to crack them.   Let chill completely. Remove from water and store in the refrigerator. Peel and rinse th...