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Ingredients 1lblarge raw shrimp,24 pieces, peeled and deviened ½cupsweetened coconut,shredded, plus 1 tbsp ½cuppanko crumbs,or gluten-free panko, plus 1 tbsp 2tbspall purpose,or gluten-free flour, divided 1large egg pinchsalt non-stick spray ½cupapricot preserves,or sugar free 1tbsprice wine vinegar ¾tspred pepper flakes,crushed Preparation Combine the apricot preserves, rice wine vinegar, and red pepper flakes, and place in a small bowl. Set aside. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a non-stick baking sheet with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2tspbrown sugar 1½tsppaprika,mild 1tsporegano,dried 1tspsalt ½tspgarlic powder ½tsponion powder ½tspchili powder,to taste ½tspcayenne pepper ¼tspcracked black pepper,to taste 2largechicken breasts,sliced horizontally in half to make 4 steaks 1½tbspcanola oil,divided ¼cupbutter,divided 4garlic cloves,finely chopped ½cupchicken stock,or chicken broth, low sodium Preparation Combine Cajun seasoning ingredients. Toss the chicken in the seasoning. Drizzle with ½ tablespoon of oil and rub seasoning all over to evenly coat. Heat remaining oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet or pan over medium-high heat until combined and hot....

Ingredients 1lbtomatoes,(cut into large dice), if using cherry or grape tomatoes, leave whole 1yellow onion,or white onion, peeled and ends removed, cut into eighths 1mediumzucchini,,ends removed, sliced in half lengthwise, then cut into ½-inch pieces 1mediumyellow squash,ends removed, sliced in half lengthwise, then cut into ½-inch pieces 8ozmushrooms,(1 carton), cleaned and halved 1bulbgarlic 4tbspolive oil,+1 tsp, divided 3tbspbalsamic vinegar 1tbspmixed fresh herbs,(such as basil, oregano, parsley, rosemary, and/or thyme), minced, optional...

Ingredients 4medium avocados,ripe, pitted and diced 2tbspfresh lime juice 2garlic cloves,pressed or minced 1tspsalt ½medium red onion,chopped ¼cupfresh cilantro,mostly leaves, chopped 2jalapeños,or 1 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped 1medium pomegranate,deseeded, about 1 cup worth of pomegranate arils ½cupfeta,optional, crumbled Preparation With a spoon, scoop the avocado flesh into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add the lime juice, garlic and salt, then mash the ingredients together with a large fork or potato masher until the avocado is creamy....

Ingredients 1bread slice 2tspunsalted butter,more or less, depending on the size of your slice bread ½garlic clove,peeled and minced salt ⅓tspparsley,fresh, chopped 1½tbspmozzarella cheese,grated ½tbspparmesan cheese,freshly grated Preparation Arrange oven shelf to about 8 inches away from heat element. Preheat broiler. Spray a small baking sheet or tray with cooking oil spray. Place bread on the tray and spread all over with butter, then spread on the minced garlic. Sprinkle evenly with salt, parsley, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese....

Ingredients 2cupsdry macaroni pasta,about ½ pound, use rice or gluten-free pasta for gluten-free version salt ¼cupspring onion,or green onion, chopped ½tsplemon juice,or vinegar 1hard boiled egg,chopped 1red bell pepper,roasted chopped 1tbspparsley,fresh chopped ½cupmayonnaise pinchpaprika freshly ground black pepper,to taste Preparation In at least 2 quarts of salted water, cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Remove from heat, drain and rinse with cool water until the pasta reaches room temperature....

Ingredients 1½lbschicken thighs,boneless skinless 2tbspolive oil 6clovesgarlic,(3 minced, 3 whole), divided ¼cuphoney 3tbspstone ground dijon mustard salt and pepper,to taste green onions or fresh parsley,for garnish Preparation In a medium sized skillet over medium heat add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add 3 whole garlic cloves. Salt and pepper the chicken thighs and cook each side until the temperature reads 165 degrees F. Remove and set aside on a plate. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 3 garlic cloves minced....

Ingredients 1cupdry white wine 1garlic clove 2green onions,sliced 3ozcream cheese 4ozcheddar cheese,shredded 4ozswiss cheese,shredded 4ozmozarella cheese,shredded 2tbspflour ½lbbacon,cooked crisp, crumbled 4ozjalapeno peppers,drained, chopped pretzel bread,warm, for serving Preparation Simmer the wine, garlic, and green onion for 2 minutes. Stir in the cream cheese until melted. Toss the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, swiss cheese, and mozzarella cheese with the flour. Add the cheese a handful at a time over low heat until melted....

Ingredients 10ozlobster tails,uncooked ¼cupunsalted butter,cubed 3scallions,minced, white parts only 1½tbspgarlic,minced 8Roma tomatoes,(concasse), crushed 1tbspchili powder 1½tspdried basil 1cupchablis wine 16ozlinguine pasta,(1 package) ¼cuplight cream 1scallion,thinly sliced, green part only 1pinchsea salt and ground black pepper,to taste 2tbspParmesan cheese,grated Preparation Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water just below the bottom of the steamer. Cove and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the lobster tails, replace the cover, and steam for about 10 minutes until no longer translucent in the center....

Ingredients 1tbspolive oil ½onion 3cloves garlic,chopped 1medium celery stalk,chopped 1medium carrot,finely chopped 15ozcannellini beans 15oztomato sauce,or crushed tomatoes 1large bay leaf 1tbspbasil 1tbspparsley 1tsporegano 28ozfat free chicken broth,or vegetable broth for vegetarians 2cupswater kosher salt and pepper,to taste 6ozdry Ditalini pasta,or other small pasta, or gluten free pasta for gluten-free parmesan cheese for topping,grated, optional Preparation In a deep pot, saute onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 2 cups peaches, sliced vegetable oil 1 cup raspberries ½ lemon, juiced 1 tsp ground cinnamon ½ cup peach juice 1 cup low-sugar granola ½ cup low-fat vanilla yogurt Preparation Preheat oven 400 degrees F. Divide peach slices evenly among 6 (4-inch) lightly oiled gratin dishes. Sprinkle with raspberries, then lemon juice and cinnamon. Pour peach juice over peach slices. Sprinkle granola over each gratin. Bake for 25 minutes in oven or until filling is hot and bubbling and topping is lightly browned....

Ingredients 1½cupsfresh pineapple,diced 1banana ½cupGreek yogurt 1tbspfresh ginger,grated ½cupice ½cuppineapple juice or water Preparation Blend all ingredients together in a blender until smooth. Serve immediately. Related Video

Ingredients 1lbground beef,lean 1tbspolive oil,optional salt and pepper,to taste Preparation Place oil in a skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add beef, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium-high heat breaking up meat stirring only occasionally. Don’t stir too much. Continue cooking until no pink remains. Drain any fat. Use as desired and enjoy. Related Video

Ingredients cooking spray 1.3lb93% lean ground turkey 1tbspextra virgin olive oil,light 1yellow onion,chopped 2garlic cloves,chopped 3tbsppoblano pepper,chopped 1cupcarrots,diced 1cupcelery,diced 28oztomatoes,(2 cans), petite diced 15ozchickpeas,(2 cans), drained 2cupschicken broth,low sodium, 99% fat free 2tspturmeric 2tsppaprika 1tspcoriander 2bay leaves ½tspred pepper flakes,crushed 2tspcoarse salt 2tbspfresh Italian parsley,or spearmint, chopped cooking spray Preparation Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and over medium-high heat cook ground turkey for 10 to 12 minutes....

Ingredients 2¼cupscake flour+ 2 tbsp 2tspcornstarch 1½tspbaking powder ¼tspsalt 1cupfreeze dried strawberries ½cupbutter ¼cupunflavored shortening 1cupgranulated sugar 1large egg 1large egg white 1tspvanilla extract pink gel food coloringoptional ⅓cupbuttersoftened ⅓cupfreeze dried strawberries 3tbspfresh strawberry pureefrom about ¾ cup fresh 1tspfresh lime juiceor lemon juice ½tspvanilla extract 2½cupspowdered sugar Preparation In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cake flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt for 30 seconds. Add the dried strawberries to a food processor, then pulse until ground into a fine powder....

Ingredients ¼lbbacon,sliced, cut into crosswise into thin strips 1onion,chopped 2carrots,chopped 3ribs celery,chopped 1turnip,peeled and cut into ½-inch dice 1½tspcaraway seeds 1½lbsgreen cabbage,(about ½ head), shredded 7cupslow sodium chicken broth,canned, or homemade stock 1⅔cupdiced tomatoes with their juice,(1 15 oz can) 1½tbspbrown sugar 1½tspsalt ½tspfresh ground black pepper ¼cupcider vinegar ½cupraisins ¼cupfresh dill,chopped, optional sour cream,for serving, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, cook the bacon over moderate heat until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels....

Ingredients 1cupwhite sugar ½cupbrown sugar ½cupbutter,softened ½cupvegetable shortening 2eggs,room temperature 1tspvanilla extract ½tspalmond extract 2cupsflour ⅔cupcocoa powder 1tspbaking soda ⅛tspsalt 1cupsemi-sweet chocolate chips 1cupmilk chocolate chips Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Stir together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Set aside. Cream together the butter, shortening, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract in a bowl until fluffy. Mix in the flour mixture, then stir to combine....

Ingredients 1 head romaine lettuce, torn in pieces and chilled ¼ cup green onions, sliced ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated 1 cup croutons 1 cup walnuts ⅓ cup olive oil 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp. anchovy paste, optional 1 clove garlic , minced Preparation Combine all salad ingredients. Combine all dressing ingredients in separate bowl; blend well. Pour dressing over salad; toss well. Serve immediately....

Ingredients 2cupszolfini,or cannellini beans, dried 1sprigsage 2clovegarlic 1smallbay leaf ¼cupextra virgin olive oil,(plus 2 tbsp) salt 1cuptomato sauce,canned freshly ground pepper Preparation Cover the beans with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil. Cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 1 hour, then drain. Cover the beans with 4 inches of fresh water. Add the sage sprig, whole garlic clove, bay leaf, and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil....

Ingredients 1½lbssalmon,of choice 3tbspbutter 1tbsplemon juice 3garlic cloves,minced 2tbspparmesan cheese,grated ½tspItalian seasoning ½tspsalt ¼tsppepper 2tbspfresh parsley,chopped Preparation Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lay out a piece of foil long enough to fold up the salmon inside. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Remove from heat and add lemon juice, garlic, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Place the salmon skin side down on the foil....