Categorized: Main Dish Soups Tagged: bacon celery cheddar cheese corn cream garlic green onions milk squash thyme Summer Squash and Corn Chowder Ingredients 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled and 1 1/2 Tbsp rendered bacon fat reserved 1 1/2 lbs yellow squash, chopped (about 3 medium) 2/3 cup thinly sliced celery 1 cup sliced green onions, divided 1 Tbsp flour 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 3/4 cup milk (I used 1%) 5 cups fresh cut corn (from about 6 ears corn), divided 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 1/2 tsp chopped fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried) 3/4 tsp salt, then more to taste 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, then more to taste if desired 3/4 cup Shredded cheddar cheese, for serving Instructions Heat 4 tsp reserved bacon fat in a large pot over medium-high heat....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Mexican and Southwestern Poultry Tagged: cheddar cheese chicken broth chili powder cilantro cumin garlic limes olive oil tomato sauce turkey yellow onion zucchini Taco Zucchini Boats Ingredients 4 - 5 medium zucchini, stem trimmed, sliced into halves through the length 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 3/4 cup chopped yellow onion 1 lb. 92% lean ground turkey 2 tsp minced garlic Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 Tbsp chili powder (preferably 1 1/2 tsp regular 1 1/2 tsp ancho chili powder) 1 tsp ground cumin 1/2 cup tomato sauce 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth 3/4 cups drained and rinsed canned black beans 3 Tbsp minced cilantro, divided 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1 1/4 cups shredded Mexican cheese 2 medium roma tomatoes, diced Sour cream, Mexican hot sauce or red onion for serving (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees....

Categorized: Main Dish Seafood Tagged: asparagus brown sugar cornstarch garlic ginger honey olive oil rice vinegar sesame seeds shrimp soy sauce Teriyaki Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry Ingredients 5 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce 7 Tbsp water, divided 2 1/2 Tbsp honey 2 Tbsp packed brown sugar (light or dark) 2 tsp peeled and minced fresh ginger 1 1/2 tsp minced garlic 1 Tbsp rice vinegar 1/4 tsp sesame oil, optional 1 Tbsp cornstarch 1 1/4 lbs large (21/25) shrimp 2 Tbsp canola oil or olive oil 1 lb asparagus (preferably thicker spears), woody ends trimmed, diced into 1-inch pieces Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional) Instructions In a small saucepan whisk together low-sodium soy sauce, 6 Tbsp of the water, honey, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, rice vinegar and sesame oil....

Categorized: Healthy Sides & Sauces Tagged: avocados chives dill garlic greek yogurt lime juice milk olive oil onion powder parsley Avocado Ranch Dressing Ingredients 1 cup plain fat free or low-fat Greek yogurt 1 medium avocado , peeled and cored 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1 clove garlic 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 2 tsp dried) 1 - 2 tsp chopped fresh dill , to taste (or 1/2 tsp dried) 2 tsp chopped fresh chives (or 3/4 tsp dried) 1/2 tsp onion powder Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste Up to 6 Tbsp milk , as needed (for a slightly richer dressing sub 2 Tbsp olive oil for some of the milk) Instructions Add all dressing ingredients except for milk to a food processor....

Categorized: Main Dish Poultry Tagged: chicken thighs garlic lemons olive oil parsley potatoes rosemary thyme Baked Lemon Chicken and Potatoes Recipe Ingredients 6 large (7 oz each) bone-in skin-on chicken thighs 1/4 cup olive oil 1 Tbsp lemon zest 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 Tbsp minced garlic 1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme 1 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary or oregano 5 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley, divided Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 1/2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 2/3-inch cubes Instructions Move oven rack up one level from center....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Mexican and Southwestern Tagged: avocados black beans cheddar cheese chili powder cilantro cumin garlic greek yogurt lettuce limes salsa tomatoes tortillas Black Bean Tacos {with Avocado Cilantro Lime Crema} Ingredients 2 (14.5 oz) cans black beans , drained and rinsed 1 cup store-bought refrigerated tomato salsa * or left-over homemade salsa 1 1/2 tsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 medium avocado 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (can sub vegan yogurt) 1 cup fresh cilantro ** 1 Tbsp lime juice , or more to taste 1 clove garlic , pressed through a garlic crusher For serving 8 (6-inch) yellow corn tortillas ,*** warmed Shredded romaine lettuce , shredded Mexican blend cheese , diced tomatoes Instructions In a medium saucepan combine black beans, salsa, chili powder and cumin....

Categorized: Desserts Fall Faves Sides & Sauces Thanksgiving Tagged: brown sugar butter cinnamon cornstarch cream ginger nutmeg sweet potatoes vanilla extract Candied Yams {Sweet Potatoes} Ingredients 4 lbs. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds 1/2 cup salted butter, sliced into 1 Tbsp pieces 1 cup (220g) packed light brown sugar 2 tsp vanilla extract 3/4 tsp salt 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 Tbsp cornstarch Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: butter cocoa powder flour powdered sugar sugar vanilla extract Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Ingredients 2 1/3 cups (284g) all-purpose flour (spoon into measuring cup to measure) 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar 3/4 cup (175ml) vegetable oil 1 cup (85g) unsweetened cocoa powder (spoon into measuring cup to measure) 4 large eggs 2 tsp vanilla extract 3/4 cup (97g) powdered sugar Instructions In a medium mixing bowl whisk together flour, baking powder and salt, set aside....

Categorized: Christmas Drinks Thanksgiving Tagged: almond extract cranberry juice ginger ale pineapple juice Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Videos Tagged: almond extract butter flour jam powdered sugar sugar Christmas Punch Ingredients 6 cups cranberry juice or pomegranate cranberry juice* 3 cups pineapple juice** 1 Tbsp almond extract 3 liters ginger ale 1 (12 oz.) bag fresh cranberries (optional) 2 fresh limes, sliced (optional) Ice Instructions Pour cranberry juice, pineapple juice, and almond extract into a large drink dispenser and mix....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Christmas Desserts Pies and Cheesecakes Thanksgiving Tagged: butter cream cream cheese eggs oreos sour cream sugar vanilla extract Cookies ‘N Cream Cheesecake Ingredients Crust 20 Oreo cookies (regular) 5 Tbsp butter, melted Filling 24 oz. (675g) cream cheese, softened 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (240g) sour cream or plain full-fat yogurt 1 Tbsp vanilla extract 3 large eggs 18 Oreo cookies, crumbled Whipped cream, for topping (optional) Instructions For the crust: Adjust the oven rack to the lower third position and preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)....

Categorized: Asian Healthy Main Dish Tagged: bell pepper brown sugar cabbage carrots garlic ginger onions sesame oil soy sauce sriracha Egg Roll in a Bowl Ingredients 3 Tbsp soy sauce , then more if desired (or use low-sodium for a healthier option) 3 Tbsp low-sodium chicken broth or water 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch 1 Tbsp sesame oil 1 Tbsp brown sugar 2 tsp sriracha , plus more for serving (optional) 2 Tbsp olive oil , divided 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey Salt 1 small yellow onion , halved then thinly sliced into strips from root to tip 1 red bell pepper , cored and sliced into thin 2-inch strips 1 Tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger 4 cloves garlic , minced 6 cups (packed) shredded green cabbage (16 oz)* 1 1/2 cups matchstick carrots 1/4 cup chopped green onions Instructions In a small mixing bowl whisk together 1 Tbsp of the soy sauce with cornstarch until well blended....

Categorized: Main Dish Seafood Videos Tagged: butter flour garlic lemon olive oil parsley shrimp Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp Ingredients 1 lb. extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/4 cup (slightly packed) minced fresh garlic (nearly 1 medium head) 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp paprika 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 Tbsp unsalted butter, diced into 1 Tbsp pieces 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp minced fresh parsley (optional) Instructions Using papar towels, dab shrimp dry of excess moisture on both sides....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Poultry Tagged: bread chicken cucumber dill feta garlic greek yogurt lemon olives parsley red onion sour cream tomatoes Greek Chicken Salad Sandwiches Ingredients 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts , cooked, chilled to cool and diced* 1 cup diced cucumbers (I use mini) 3/4 cup sliced grape tomatoes (I sliced each into 3 slices) 1/2 cup feta cheese , crumbled 1/3 cup chopped red onion 1/4 cup diced Kalamata olives 3 Tbsp sliced almonds (optional) Dressing 1/2 cup non-fat plain greek yogurt 1/4 cup sour cream 1 clove garlic , minced 1 Tbsp chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried) 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried) 1 Tbsp lemon juice , preferably fresh Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste Instructions FOR THE SANDWICHES: To a mixing bowl add, diced chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese, red onion, Kalamata olives and sliced almonds....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Valentines Tagged: butter eggs flour shortening sugar vanilla extract Red Velvet Oreos Ingredients Cookies 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter , softened 1 large egg 1 Tbsp liquid red food coloring Filling 2 cups powdered sugar 1/2 cup vegetable shortening 1/2 cup unsalted butter , softened 1 Tbsp hot water 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Instructions For the cookies: Position oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven, preheat oven to 375 degrees....

Categorized: Beef and Pork Main Dish Poultry Seafood Tagged: bell pepper cayenne pepper chicken chicken broth garlic green onions onions oregano paprika parsley rice sausage shrimp thyme tomatoes Jambalaya Ingredients 1 Tbsp olive oil 13 oz. andouille sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds 1 medium yellow onion, (1 3/4 cups) 2 medium bell peppers, seeded and chopped (2 1/2 cups, preferably 1 red and 1 yellow) 3 celery ribs, chopped (1 cup) 4 garlic cloves, minced (1 1/2 Tbsp) 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more as needed 1 (14....

Categorized: Cookies Desserts Valentines Tagged: almond extract almonds brown sugar butter eggs flour jam powdered sugar vanilla extract Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Videos Tagged: almond extract butter flour jam powdered sugar sugar Linzer Cookies Ingredients 2 cups (283g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 1 cup (106g) blanched almond flour 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar, plus more for dusting 1/3 cup (68g) packed light-brown sugar 2 large egg yolks 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 tsp almond extract 2/3 cup thick fruit jam or preserves* Instructions In a medium mixing bowl whisk together flour, almond flour and salt....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Healthy Mexican and Southwestern Tagged: avocados bell pepper cilantro jalapeno limes mangoes red onion Mango Salsa Ingredients 2 cups peeled and diced mangoes, (about 2 small) 3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper 1 medium avocado, diced 1/3 cup chopped red onions, rinsed in a sieve to remove harsh bite 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 3 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced Salt, to taste Instructions In a medium mixing bowl toss together all ingredients....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Fall Faves Tagged: apples brown sugar butter cinnamon eggs flour nutmeg sugar Old Fashioned Warm Apple Cake Ingredients Cake 2 cups (284g) all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 3/4 tsp sea salt or table salt 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground cloves 4 cups (468g) peeled, cored and 1/4-inch diced apples* 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 cup (210g) granulated sugar 1/4 cup (58g) packed light-brown sugar 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened 2 large eggs 1/2 cup chopped pecans, for topping (optional) Sticky brown sugar sauce 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, diced into 1 Tbsp pieces 1 cup (220g) packed light-brown sugar 1/4 cup milk 1/4 tsp fine sea salt or table salt 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Instructions For the apple cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Poultry Tagged: butter chicken garlic green beans lemons olive oil potatoes rosemary thyme One Pan Garlic Herb Chicken and Veggies Ingredients 20 oz petite red potatoes (about 10) 4 (6 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts Salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tsp chopped fresh rosemary leaves, divided, plus more for garnish 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme leaves, divided, plus more for garnish 2 Tbsp butter, divided 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (12 oz) pkg....

Categorized: Christmas Desserts Treats and Snacks Tagged: butter corn syrup peanuts sugar Peanut Brittle Ingredients 2 cup (400g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (120ml) light corn syrup 1/2 cup (120ml) water 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 2 cups unsalted roasted peanuts* Instructions Measure out all ingredients and have close by ready to add. Butter bottom and sides of a rimmed 18 by 13-inch baking sheet....