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Ingredients 1cupdry quinoa 14½ozchicken broth,low-sodium salt 3tbspextra-virgin olive oil 3tbsplime juice,fresh 2tsphoney ½tspground cumin ¼tspground ginger ¼tspcayenne pepper,optional 1canblack beans,drained and rinsed 1medium mango,peeled, cored and diced 1red bell pepper,cored and chopped ½cupgreen onions,sliced ⅓cupcilantro,chopped 1medium avocado,semi-firm but ripe, cored and diced Preparation Rinse the quinoa well in a fine mesh strainer. Transfer to a medium saucepan along with the chicken broth and ¼ cup water and season lightly with salt to taste....

Ingredients 1½cupsall purpose flour,plus 1 tbsp, spoon & leveled ¼cupunsweetened natural cocoa powder 1tspbaking soda ¼tspsalt ½cupunsalted butter,softened to room temperature ¾cuplight or dark brown sugar,packed ¼cupgranulated sugar 1large egg,at room temperature 1tbspmilk 2tsppure vanilla extract ½tspgel red food coloring or alternative 1cupsemisweet chocolate chips,plus a few extra for after baking Preparation Whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Set aside. Using a handheld or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the butter at high speed for about 1 minute until creamy....

Ingredients 18ozpork tenderloin,trimmed 3tbspThousand Island dressing 2ozturkey pastrami,thin sliced 2ozreduced fat Swiss cheese ¼cupsauerkraut,drained well ½tspolive oil 1tspgarlic powder 1tspcoarse salt ¼tspcaraway seeds Preparation Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of the tenderloin to within ½- inch of the bottom (careful not to cut all the way through). Open tenderloin so it lies flat. On each half, make another, lengthwise slit down the center to within ½- inch of bottom; cover with plastic wrap....

Ingredients 10 lb rhubarb 2 gal water sugar 1 orange, finely peeled rind 1 lemon, finely peeled rind ½ oz ginger root 1 oz Isinglass Preparation Wipe rhubarb; cut in small pieces and place in a large crock pot. Add cold water, cover closely and leave for 5 days. After this time, strain liquid off through a sieve or linen jelly bag. Press the liquid out of the pulp without allowing the later to pass through the mesh of sieve or cloth....

Ingredients ¼cupsalt 2tbsppaprika 1tbsponion powder 1tbspdried thyme 1tbspwhite pepper 1½tspcayenne pepper 1½tspblack pepper 1½tspgarlic powder Preparation Add the salt, paprika, onion powder, thyme, white pepper, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and garlic powder to a small food processor until the mixture is no longer full of thyme leaves. Add to a glass jar to store. Use 2 tablespoons of seasoning for 1 rotisserie chicken, cook, and enjoy! Related Video

Ingredients 4 lbs brisket, trimmed of fat 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tbsp cracked black pepper 1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced into rings 1 onion, sliced into rings 1 (16 oz.) bottle of Jack Daniels barbecue sauce Preparation Place the brisket in a crockpot and season it with garlic powder and black pepper. Top the brisket with the green bell pepper and onion slices. Next, pour half of the barbecue sauce over the brisket and cook it on low for 8 to 10 hours....

Ingredients 6 chicken breast halves, skinless, boneless, about 1 1/2 lb., cut into 1-inch pieces 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 cup whole baby carrots 2 stalks celery, sliced 2 can Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup, Campbell’s, 10 3/4 oz each 1 cup water 1 tsp dried thyme leaves, crushed ¼ tsp ground black pepper 2 cup all-purpose baking mix ⅔ cup milk Preparation Place the chicken, potatoes, carrots and celery into a 6-quart slow cooker....

Ingredients 2ozvodka ¾cupClamato juice 2dashesWorcestershire sauce 1dashtabasco ½tsphorseradishoptional 1celery stalk 1pickled asparagusoptional celery saltfor the rim of the glass, optional ice cubes Preparation Rub edge of a glass with lime wedges. Dip in celery salt and set aside. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add all remaining ingredients (except garnish). Shake well at least 30 seconds. Fill the prepared glass with ice and strain mixture into the glass. Garnish with celery and pickled asparagus....

Ingredients ½cupbalsamic vinegar ½cupolive oil 1tbspdijon mustard 1tbsphoney salt and freshly ground black pepper ¾cuppecans,broken or roughly chopped 1½tbspbrown sugar ½tbspbutter 10ozbaby spinach 1lbfresh strawberries,hulled and sliced 5ozfeta cheese,crumbled ⅓smallred onion,thinly sliced Preparation Add vinegar to a small saucepan, bring to a boil over medium heat and allow to boil for about 3 minutes until reduced by half. Pour into a jar or bowl, add olive oil, dijon mustard, honey and whisk to blend while seasoning with salt and pepper to taste....

Ingredients ½cuptahini ⅓cuplemon juice,freshly-squeezed ¼cupwater,warm 2garlic cloves,small, pressed or minced ½tspground cumin,or smoked paprika ¼tspkosher salt ¼tspblack pepper,freshly-cracked ¼tspcayenne 1tbspmaple syrup,optional sweetener Preparation Whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic, cumin, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and maple syrup in a small bowl until evenly combined. Add an additional 1 to 3 tablespoons of water to thin out the dressing a bit. Serve over salads or other savory meals, and enjoy!...

Ingredients 1 cup tarragon leaves, packed 1 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, packed ⅓ cup hazelnuts, toasted and skinned 2 tbsp water 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 clove garlic, quartered ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp freshly ground pepper Preparation Combine all ingredients in a food processor. Pulse several times then process until fairly smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed....

Ingredients 3egg whites,room temperature ½lemon,juiced ½tspsalt ¾cupsugar,plus an additional ½ cup 1tbspacai syrup,or berry syrup 1cupwater ½cupacai puree,or berry puree Preparation In a saucepan, boil ½ cup of sugar, water, and acai puree. Reduce the heat to simmer and cook until the mixture thickens into a syrup. Add the lemon when thickening. Let cool before using. Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside....

Ingredients ½cupunsalted butter 8ozcream cheese,softened 3clovesgarlic,minced ½tspkosher salt ¼tspcoarse ground black pepper 2cupswhole milk 2cupsparmesan cheese,grated Preparation In a large dutch oven on medium heat, whisk together the butter, cream cheese, garlic, salt and pepper until smooth and creamy. Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth. Whisk in the grated parmesan cheese and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until thickened. Related Video

Ingredients 1lbbrussels sprouts 6ozbaby arugula 1¼cupspecan,halves or pieces ½cupdried cherries,or cranberries, chopped 4ozgoat cheese,crumbled ⅔sunshine salad dressing Preparation To prepare the Brussels sprouts, first cut off the nubby ends and discard any discolored outer leaves. Then, carefully shred the sprouts with a sharp knife by hand, then roughly chop them for good measure. An alternative method is to shred them in a food processor using the slicing disk. Place the arugula and shredded Brussels in a large serving bowl and set it aside....

Ingredients 1loafFrench bread 8eggs 2cupsmilk ½cupheavy cream,or half and half ¼cupsugar ½cupbrown sugar 1tbspvanilla extract 2tspcinnamon ¼tspnutmeg 8ozcream cheese,cut into 16 pieces 2cupsblueberries,washed and dried ½cupflour ½cupbrown sugar 1tspcinnamon ¼tspsalt ½cupunsalted butter,cold and cut into small squares Preparation Spray a 9 by 13-inch pan with cooking spray and preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, add the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, ½ cup brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg....

Ingredients 4cupsvanilla ice cream ¼cupmilk 2ozcreme de menthe 2ozvanilla vodka green food coloring whipped cream,for decoration cherries,as desired sprinkles,as desired Preparation Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Garnish as desired and serve immediately. Related Video

Ingredients ½ozamaretto ½ozcoffee liqueur 1ozvodka club soda Preparation Layer amaretto, coffee liqueur, and vodka in a highball glass over ice. Fill the rest with club soda. Serve with a straw and enjoy. Related Video

Ingredients 1lbturkey tenderloins,boneless 1tspkosher salt ½tbsplight olive oil ⅓cupshallots,chopped 2clovesgarlic,chopped 1¼cupsbutternut squash,6oz, diced, ½-inch dice ½cupfresh cranberries 2tbsppure maple syrup,replace with honey for Paleo, omit for Whole30 1cupbaby spinach,or kale 3sage leaves,chopped 2tbsppecans,chopped ¼tspblack pepper,crushed 8cooking twine cooking spray Preparation Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Add shallots and garlic and sauté over medium-low heat for 4 to 5 minutes, or until golden. Add butternut squash, cranberries, maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon water and cover; cook on low for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 2cupschicken meat,cooked, coarsely chopped into bite sized pieces 1½cupsAlfredo sauce,homemade or store bought 8ozcream cheese,softened ½cupparmesan cheese,grated ½tspItalian Seasoning 1½cupsmozzarella cheese,shredded ½cupbacon,cooked, crumbled ½cuptomatoes,diced 1tbspparsley,chopped cooking spray Preparation Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a small skillet or baking dish with cooking spray. Place the chicken, Alfredo sauce, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and ½ cup of mozzarella cheese in a bowl. Stir to combine. Spread the chicken mixture into the prepared pan and top with the remaining cup of mozzarella cheese....

Ingredients 1¾lbchicken breast,boneless, skinless, halved, cooked, diced 8ozham,finely chopped 3ozSwiss cheese,grated 1ozParmesan cheese,grated ¾cuppanko bread crumbs ½tspdried parsley ⅛tspfreshly ground black pepper 2tbspextra virgin olive oil 1¾cupmilk 1½tbsplemon juice,preferably freshly squeezed 1tspyellow mustard,prepared, or Dijon mustard ¾tsponion powder ½tspdried parsley ½tspdried thyme ½tspsalt,and then more to taste ¼tspfreshly ground black pepper ¼tspgarlic powder 3tbspbutter 3tbspall-purpose flour ½cupsour cream Preparation Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the diced chicken in an even layer in a buttered 11×7-inch baking dish, set aside....