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Ingredients ¼cupcooking oil 2onions 4clovesgarlic 2tbspfresh ginger,minced 2tbspground coriander ¼tspground cumin ¼tspcinnamon tspcayenne tspturmeric 1cupwhole tomatoes,canned, drained 2½cupcoconut milk,canned, unsweetened ½cupwater 1¼tspsalt 1½lbshrimp,large ¾cupcilantro,chopped lime wedges Preparation In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderately high heat Add the onions and cook, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes, until golden. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the coriander, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne and turmeric and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds....

Ingredients 16oz*macaroni noodles 1½cupsmilk ½cupheavy cream 2eggs,lightly beaten 1tspkosher salt ½tsppepper ¼tspgarlic powder ¼tsponion powder 4cupscheddar cheese,shredded, divided use 8ozAmerican cheese,(1 block), shredded cooking spray 1tbspparsley,chopped Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 2 or 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray. Place the milk, heavy cream, eggs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, 3 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, and the American cheese in a large bowl. Stir to combine....

Ingredients 2sweet potatoes,medium 3tbspolive oil 2cupscooked chickpeas,(or one can of chickpeas), rinsed and drained 3tbsptahini 3clovesgarlic,peeled 1lemon,juiced ½lemon,zest ground sea salt,to taste 1½tspcayenne pepper,start with less, season to taste ½tspsmoked paprika ¼tspcumin Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Bake the sweet potatoes on the middle oven rack or in a baking dish for 45 minutes to an hour. While the sweet potatoes are cooling, toss all of the other ingredients into a food processor....

Ingredients 1cupcottage cheese ((not lowfat)) 1cuphalf and half 1teaspoondry mustard 1pinchcayenne 1pinchnutmeg 1teaspoonkosher salt 1/4teaspoonwhite pepper 4tablespoonsbutter 1cupwhole milk ((not 2%, 1% or skim)) 1poundsharp cheddar (, do not buy pre-grated, the additive will make pasta grainy) 1poundelbow pasta (, cooked three minutes shy of the directions on the box but don’t rinse the pasta or the pan) parsley for garnish (, optional) Preparation In a blender, add the cottage cheese, half and half, dry mustard, cayenne, nutmeg, and salt and pepper together until the mixture is completely smooth....

Ingredients 16ozbeef tenderloin steaks,(4 pieces), cut ¾ inch thick ½tspcoarse grind black pepper 5ozmixed baby salad greens 1mediumpear,(red or green) cored, cut into wedges ¼cupdried cranberries salt ¼cuppecans,toasted, coarsely chopped ¼cupgoat cheese,crumbled, optional ½cupprepared honey mustard 2tbspwater 1½tspolive oil 1tspwhite wine vinegar ¼tspcoarse grind black pepper ⅛tspsalt Preparation Season beef steaks with pepper. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Place steaks in skillet; cook 7 to 9 minutes for medium rare (145 degrees F) to medium (160 degrees F) doneness, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 8ozchicken breast kosher salt and pepper 4tspvegetable oil 3cupsbrown jasmine rice,cooked ½large onion,chopped 3garlic cloves,minced 2scallions,chopped 3egg whites,beaten 1egg,beaten 2medium tomatoes,sliced into wedges 3Thai chili peppers,optional 4tspsoy sauce,or tamari 2tspfish sauce Preparation Heat a large nonstick wok over high heat. Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepper. When the wok is hot, add 2 teaspoons of the oil. Once the oil is heated, add the chicken, then cook on high for 3 to 4 minutes, until browned all over and cooked through....

Ingredients ½cupwarm water ¼cupsugar,granulated 4tspFleischmann’s® Active Dry Yeast 1cuplow-fat milk cupextra-virgin olive oil 2largeeggs 2tspsalt 5cupsKing Arthur Unbleached Bread Flour,(up to 5½ cups) 1jartomatoes,oil-packed, sun-dried ¾tspgarlic,granulated, or garlic powder 1½cupsItalian blend cheese,shredded cupfresh basil,chopped Preparation In a small bowl, add warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir and let sit 10 minutes. In the bowl of a stand mixer, add milk, oil, yeast mixture, eggs, and salt. Mix until well combined....

Ingredients 3tbspolive oil 2lbsground dark meat turkey 1large onion 2jalapeno chilies,minced 1tbspground cumin coarse salt ground pepper 1cantomatoes,crushed 4cupsfresh corn kernels,or frozen, thawed 1½cupsyellow cornmeal 2tspcoarse salt ¼tspground pepper 4tbspbutter 1cupmonterey jack cheese,shredded Preparation Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. In two batches, brown turkey, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a bowl. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining tablespoon oil to skillet....

Ingredients 8ozcream cheesesoftened 32ozrefried beans 1cupsalsa 2tbsptaco seasoning 2cupssharp cheddar cheesegrated Preparation Add the cream cheese, refried beans, salsa, taco seasoning, and sharp cheddar cheese to a medium saucepan together on medium heat. Stir to combine for 3 to 5 minutes. Serve warm with desired snacks, and enjoy! Related Video

Ingredients 2¼cupswater 1cupbrown riceuncooked 10oztomatoesdiced 10ozgreen chili 3tspcuminground 2tspturmericground 1tspfresh basilchopped 1pinchgarlic powderor to taste 1pinchsalt and ground black peppertaste 1pinchseasoned salt 2tbspolive oil 2largered potatoescubed 1green bell pepperchopped 1mediumonionchopped 1clovegarlicminced 15ozblack beansrinsed and drained 6flour Tortillas 1cupfresh spinach 1cupromaine lettucechopped ¼cupsalsa Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a baking sheet. Bring water and brown rice to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in diced tomatoes with chile peppers....

Ingredients 4firm white bread slices,or other savory bread, or brioche, or rye, or pumpernickel, or egg 1tbspunsalted butter 2tbspolive oil salt and freshly ground pepper,to taste, optional Preparation Stack the bread slices on a cutting board, then remove the crusts from each side. Cut the stack crosswise in each direction into ½-inch or 1-inch cubes. Melt the butter and the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bread cubes, then sauté for about 3 minutes, until golden and crisp on all sides....

Ingredients 6cupsrice krispies treat cereal ½cupbutter 10ozmarshmallows,(1 bag) Preparation Prepare a 9×13-inch pan by lightly greasing the bottom and sides. Set aside. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium high heat. Continue to stir until the butter starts to froth and turns brown and has a nutty aroma. Add in the marshmallows and stir until melted. Remove from heat and add in the rice krispies treat cereal. Press the rice krispies firmly into the bottom of the pan....

Ingredients 1cupvegetable shortening,such as Crisco 2cupswhite sugar 4eggs 1tspvanilla extract 3cupsall purpose flour 1tspbaking soda 1tspbaking powder ¾tspsalt 1½cupsbuttermilk 2tspconfectioner’s sugar,for dusting Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch fluted tube pan (such as a Bundt®). Beat the vegetable shortening with sugar in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat the eggs into the mixture 1 at a time, incorporating each egg before adding the next....

Ingredients 1lblarge shrimp,with our without tails, peeled and deveined 3tbspbutter,divided use 8ozsmoked sausage,such as andouille or kielbasa, cut into slices 2tspCajun seasoning,or more to taste ½cupyellow onion,minced 1cupbell peppers,sliced 10ozlinguine pasta,other long pasta varieties will also work ⅓cupParmesan cheese,finely grated 1cupheavy cream 2tbspparsley,chopped Preparation Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; add the pasta and cook according to package directions. While the pasta is cooking, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large pan over medium heat....

Ingredients 3lbscauliflower florets,(12 heaping cups from 2 medium heads) 1cupwhite whole wheat flour,or all purpose flour or gluten-free flour 1tspkosher salt,plus more for sprinkling Olive oil spray 2cupsmarinara sauce,(jarred or homemade) Parmesan cheese,grated for topping, optional ½basil,optional for serving Preparation Place the cauliflower in a large pot, cover with water (make sure veggies are submerged), and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 22 minutes, until the cauliflower is very soft....

Ingredients 1½lbschicken breasts,boneless skinless, or 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken 1tbspolive oil 1¼cupsgreen onions,chopped, including minced whites 2jalapeños,seeded, minced 3garlic cloves,minced 58ozchicken broth,(4 cans), low-sodium 2Roma tomatoes,seeded, diced ½tspground cumin salt and freshly ground black pepper ⅓cupcilantro,chopped 3tbsplime juice,fresh 3medium avocados,peeled, cored, and diced tortilla chips monterey jack cheese sour cream Preparation In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the green onions and jalapenos, then sauté for about 2 minutes until tender, adding garlic during the last 30 seconds of sautéing....

Ingredients ½cuplemongrass,(from 2 medium stalks) coarsely chopped 2tbspginger,peeled, coarsely chopped 1medium yellow onion,coarsely chopped 2tbspMadras-style curry powder,preferably Sun brand ½tspfreshly ground black pepper ¼tspcayenne pepper,optional 13.5ozcoconut milk,(1 can) unsweetened, full fat, not shaken 2tbspvirgin coconut oil,or neutral oil such as canola 4large chicken thighs,(about 1¾ lbs in total) each cut into 3 pieces, boneless, skinless ½tspfine sea salt 1¼lbssweet potatoes,white or orange flesh, peeled, cut into 1-inch chunks 5fresh cilantro sprigs,coarsely chopped...

Ingredients 1tbspground cinnamon ⅓cupgranulated sugar,(65g) 2cupsall-purpose flour,(250g), spoon & leveled 1tspbaking soda ½tspsalt ⅔cupmini semi-sweet chocolate chips,(120g) 1large egg,at room temperature ½cupsugar,(100g), packed light or dark brown ¼cupgranulated sugar,(50g) 1cupbuttermilk,(240ml), at room temperature ⅓cupvegetable oil,or canola, or melted coconut oil, (80ml) 1tsppure vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray. I prefer a dark metal loaf pan, which seems to help brown quick breads more evenly....

Ingredients 1¼cupsall-purpose flour ¾cupfine graham cracker crumbs ¼tspbaking soda ¼tspsalt ½cupunsalted butter,softened ½cupbrown sugar,packed light ¼cupgranulated sugar 1large egg 1tspvanilla extract 4.4ozHershey milk chocolate bars,2XL bars 7ozmarshmallow crème,1 jar Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8×8-inch baking dish and line with two sheets of parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang on each side, then butter the paper. Or simply butter the baking dish without lining. In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, graham cracker crumbs, baking soda, and salt for 20 seconds....

Ingredients 2tbspolive oil 1onion,finely chopped 4large garlic cloves,minced 28oztomatoes,diced, or 6 fresh vine-ripened tomatoes, chopped 2tspItalian dried herbs,or seasoning 1tspred chili flakes,(optional) adjust to suit your taste 4cupschicken stock 28oztomato puree,or Passata (1 jar) 3tbsptomato paste 1cupheavy cream,or half-and-half salt and pepper,to taste 18ozcheese tortellini,(2 packets) dried ½cupParmesan cheese,shredded 4cupsbaby spinach leaves,washed and dried ¼cupfresh basil,roughly torn or chopped Preparation Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant....