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Ingredients 4cupslow fat milkor skim milk, or almond milk 2tbspNutellachocolate hazelnut spread or any healthier hazelnut cacao spread 3tbspunsweetened cocoa powder 2tbspraw sugaror any natural sweetener 2cupsrolled oatsor quick oats 1tbsplight butter crushed hazelnutsoptional chocolate chipsoptional extra Nutellaoptional Preparation Combine milk, Nutella, cocoa powder, sugar and oats in a medium sized saucepan heated on medium-high heat until beginning to warm and steam. Stir until well combined. Bring to a gentle simmer and continue to stir occasionally....

Ingredients 1small orange,peeled and sectioned 1tspbalsamic vinegar 1tspextra virgin olive oil ½tsphoney salt and fresh pepper,to taste 2cupsarugula,or spinach/other baby greens 3tbspgorgonzola cheese,crumbled 3red onion slices,to taste Preparation Take 2 sections of the orange, then squeeze it into a small bowl. Whisk in the balsamic, oil, honey, salt, and pepper. Cut the remaining orange sections into bite-sized pieces. Place the arugula on a plate, then top with the cut orange pieces, sliced red onion and Gorgonzola cheese....

Ingredients 1½cupsbutter 1cupsugar 2egg yolks 3cupsflour 1tspvanilla 60pcspecan,halves Preparation Beat butter and sugar together in a bowl using an electric mixer until creamy. Beat egg yolks into butter mixture and gradually beat flour into the mixture until dough forms. Beat in vanilla. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate dough for at least 2 hours. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Roll chilled dough into walnut-sized balls and place 2-inches apart onto baking sheets....

Ingredients 1cupbutter,softened 1cupconfectioners’ sugar 2tspvanilla extract 1cuprolled oats 1½cupsall purpose flour ½tspbaking soda ¼tspsalt 1.75ozchocolate sprinkles,(jimmies), (1 package) Preparation In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar. Stir in the vanilla and oats. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt, then stir into the creamed mixture. Divide the dough into 3 sections, and shape each section into a log about 8-inches long. Roll each log in the sprinkles to coat, then wrap them in waxed paper and chill overnight....

Ingredients 3lbsbutternut squash 2tbspolive oil ½tspthyme leaves salt and pepper,to taste fresh parsley,optional Preparation Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Cut the squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out any seeds and pulp in the center. Slice the squash into 1-inch slices across. Cut or peel the rind or skin off the edges, then dice into 1-inch cubes. Place the squash on the baking sheet pan, then drizzle olive oil, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste....

Ingredients 8ozbacon ½lbground beef 8oztomatoes with green chile peppers,(1 can), diced 8ozcream cheese,cut into cubes 8ozcheddar monterey jack cheese blend,shredded 2tbspfresh parsley,chopped Preparation Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until evenly browned. Remove bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, reserving drippings in the skillet. Break ground beef into the skillet; cook and stir for about 5 to 7 minutes until completely browned....

Ingredients ½lbbutternut squashpeeled, seeded and cubed 1½cupsall-purpose flour 2tspbaking powder ½cupwhite sugar ¼tspsalt 2tsppumpkin pie spice ¾cupmilk 1pceggbeaten 1tbspbuttermelted Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan. In a medium saucepan with enough water to cover, boil squash 20 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, drain, and puree in a food processor. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, white sugar, salt and pumpkin pie spice....

Ingredients 16ozmild Italian sausage,ground ½large yellow onion,diced small 3clovesgarlic,minced 1tspdried oregano ¼cupwhite wine,or substitute chicken stock 1tbsptomato paste 28ozcrushed tomatoes,(1 can) 15oztomato sauce,(1 can) 4cupschicken stock,store-bought or homemade 1tspsugar 8ozcheese tortellini,frozen 1cupbaby spinach leaves,packed 8large fresh basil leaves,cut into thin ribbons ⅓cupheavy cream Preparation In a Dutch oven or large soup pot set over medium heat add the sausage, breaking it up while cooking for about 7 minutes. Once browned, use a slotted spoon to remove from pan to paper towel-lined plate....

Ingredients 1⅔cupsall purpose flour,(210 grams), spoon & leveled ½tspbaking powder ¼tspBaking Soda ½tspsalt ½cupunsalted butter,(115 grams), melted 1cupgranulated sugar,(200 g) 1large egg,room temperature ¼cupyogurt,(60 grams) ¾cupmilk,divided 2tsppure vanilla extract ¼cupnatural cocoa powder,unsweetened 1¾cupsconfectioner’s sugar,(210 grams) ¼cupnatural cocoa powder,(21 grams), unsweetened ½cupunsalted butter,(115 grams), softened to room temperature 2tbspheavy cream,(30 milliliter), or half and half 1tsppure vanilla extract salt,to taste ½cupunsalted butter,(115 g), softened to room temperature 1¾cupsconfectioner’s sugar,(210 g) 2tbspheavy cream,(30 ml), or half and half...

Ingredients 1large white onion,peeled and halved 1piecefresh ginger,(3-inch), halved lengthwise 5star anise 4whole cloves 3stickscinnamon,(3-inch sticks) 2cardamom pods 1tbspwhole coriander seeds 8cupsvegetable stock,or mushroom stock, good-quality 1tbspbrown sugar 2tsplow-sodium soy sauce,or tamari 2tsprice vinegar fine sea salt,to taste 7ozthin rice noodles,uncooked 1tbspolive oil,or any neutral-flavored oil 8ozshiitake mushrooms,thinly sliced 2headsbaby bok choy,halved 2cupsextra veggies,such as sliced carrots, broccoli florets, snow peas, etc., optional fresh herbs,cilantro, mint, and/or Thai basil bean sprouts...

Ingredients 1 lb ground turkey 3⁄4 cup panko breadcrumbs 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 green onion, both green and white parts, chopped 1 large egg 1⁄2 tsp sesame oil 1 tbsp sesame oil 1⁄4 cup hoisin sauce 1⁄8 cup low sodium soy sauce 1 tbsp water 1 tsp sesame oil green onions, for serving if desired sesame seeds, for serving if desired Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees C. Add turkey, breadcrumbs, garlic, green onions, egg, sesame oil and soy sauce....

Ingredients 3chicken breasts,sliced into strips salt,to taste pepper,to taste ½cupflour ¼tspgarlic powder ¼tsponion powder 1tsppaprika 2tspItalian Seasoning 3eggs 1cupbread crumbs ½cupparmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut chicken breasts into strips and season with salt and pepper. In a re-sealable plastic bag, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Add the seasoned chicken strips into the flour mixture and seal the bag. Shake until the chicken strips are well coated with the flour mixture....

Ingredients 1lbground beef ½yellow onionchopped 1green bell pepperchopped 1cupbarbecue sauce 15oztomato sauce 2cupscheddar cheeseshredded ½cupyellow cornmeal ½cupwhole milk ½cupflour ⅓cupwhite sugar ¼tspsalt 1tspbaking powder 1large egg ¼cupunsalted butter melted Preparation Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Combine the beef, onion and bell pepper in a large dutch oven on medium heat and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until browned, cooked through and fat has been drained....

Ingredients peanut oil, or vegetable oil 1 sweet onion, peeled and sliced ½ cup all purpose flour 2 eggs 1 tsp. celery salt 2 cup all purpose baking mix, Bisquik 1 cup ale, preferably Bass Preparation In Dutch oven, heat 4 inches of oil over medium-high heat to 375 degrees. In shallow pan, dredge sliced onion in flour; set aside. In large bowl, whisk together eggs and celery salt. Stir in baking mix and ale....

Ingredients 2cupscauliflower florets,cooked finely chopped 1large egg 1large egg white ½cuponion,minced 3tbspfresh parsley,minced ½cupreduced fat sharp cheddar cheese,grated ½cupseasoned breadcrumbs,can substitute with gluten-free bread crumbs salt and pepper,to taste cooking spray Preparation To cook the cauliflower florets, steam a little over 2 cups of raw cauliflower florets in a little water covered for about 4 to 5 minutes or until tender but not mushy. Drain well and dry on a paper towel....

Ingredients 1onionchopped 3garlic clovesminced ½red capsicumor bell pepper, seeded, and chopped 1carrotpeeled and chopped 6chicken thigh filletscubed 2tomatoesripe, diced 2cupswater 1cuplentilspre-soaked overnight, or 1 can of lentils 2potatoeschopped 2cupspumpkinchopped salt and pepperto taste parsleyhandful, chopped 2cupsbaby spinach leaveswashed Preparation In a large saucepan or pot, fry onion, garlic, capsicum, bell peppers, and carrot until onion is transparent. Add the chicken and fry until browned. Add the tomatoes and cook until tomatoes soften....

Ingredients 12ozegg noodles,uncooked 2chicken breasts,boneless skinless ½tspkosher salt ¼tspblack pepper,coarse ground 1tbspvegetable oil 2garlic cloves,minced 20ozcream of chicken soup,2 cans 1cupwhole milk 1½cupscheddar cheese,shredded 2cupsfrozen mixed vegetables,corn, peas and carrots 20Ritz Crackers,crushed into fine crumbs 2tbspunsalted butter Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cook the pasta for 2 minutes shy of the directions. Drain the pasta, but do not rinse. Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes, then cook them in a skillet on medium high heat with the olive oil....

Ingredients ½pkgbrownie mix 1cupheavy whipping cream 2dark chocolate bars,broken into small pieces, used 72% 3egg yolks 3egg whites,beaten ¼cupgranulated sugar ½white chocolate bar Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F In a large bowl, combine brownie mix, egg, oil, and water until creamy. Pour the brownie batter into a parchment-lined springform pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until center no longer wobbles. Leave the brownie base in the pan to cool completely....

Ingredients 1lbjumbo shrimp,peeled and de-veined 10pcsbaby potatoes 4cobscorns 3tbspunsalted butter,divided 1tbspgarlic,minced 2tbspfresh cilantro,diced 1tbspTonnes cilantro-lime seasoning pink Himalayan salt,to taste fresh ground black pepper,to taste 1tbsplime juice Creole seasoning,for potatoes Preparation Boil potatoes in salted water for 10 minutes. Then, add corn and boil for another 10 to 15 minutes until potatoes and corn are tender. Check by piercing with a fork. After putting potatoes in to boil, season shrimp with salt, pepper, and cilantro-lime seasoning....

Ingredients ½cupsweetened coconut,packed, shredded 1¾cupall-purpose flour,or cake flour 2tspbaking powder ½tspsalt ¾cupbutter,softened, 1½ sticks 1⅓cupsgranulated sugar 2large whole eggs,room temperature 2large egg whites,room temperature 1½tspvanilla extract ¾cupcoconut milk,unsweetened sweetened coconut,shredded, for garnish, optional ½cupbutter,softened 4cupspowdered sugar ¼cupcoconut milk,unsweetened 1tspcoconut extract,or imitation coconut extract Preparation Combine the butter, powdered sugar, coconut milk, and coconut extract in a large mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer, whip the ingredients together until smooth and fluffy....