Categorized: Beef and Pork Main Dish Soups Videos Tagged: balsamic vinegar beef beef broth carrots flour garlic onions parsley potatoes red wine rosemary thyme tomato paste Beef Stew Ingredients 2 1/4 lbs. chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat, cut into 1 1/4-inch cubes Salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 2 cups chopped yellow onion (1 large) 1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic (about 4 cloves) 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1....

Categorized: Healthy Seafood Tagged: capers celery lemons parsley pickles red onion tuna Best Tuna Salad Ingredients 2 (5 oz) cans solid white albacore tuna in water, well drained* 1/3 cup (heaping) mayonnaise** 1/3 cup minced celery 3 Tbsp minced red onion, rinsed and drained 2 Tbsp capers, rinsed, or 2 Tbsp minced baby dill pickles (optional) 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1/2 tsp minced garlic 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley 1 tsp dijon mustard (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper (about 1/4 tsp and 1/2 tsp) Instructions Add tuna, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, capers, lemon juice garlic, parsley and dijon mustard to a mixing bowl....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Videos Tagged: cream cheese flour pecans sugar vanilla extract Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Videos Tagged: almond extract butter flour jam powdered sugar sugar Cream Cheese Pecan Cookies Ingredients 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, room temperature 1 (8 oz) pkg. cream cheese, nearly room temperature 1 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar 1/4 tsp salt 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 1/4 cups (320g) unbleached all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 2 cup Fisher Pecan Halves, divided (1 cup chopped small, 1 cup chopped fine) Instructions In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment cream together butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar and salt until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute....

Categorized: Breakfast Healthy Tagged: bell pepper egg whites feta garlic powder green onion italian seasoning spinach tomatoes Egg White Omelette Ingredients 4 large egg whites (or 2/3 cup liquid egg whites) 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning 1/8 tsp garlic powder Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup diced red bell peppers 2 Tbsp sliced green onion, only light portion 6 medium grape tomatoes, or 8 small, halved 1 cup (packed, 1....

Categorized: Uncategorized Tagged: almond milk cardamom cinnamon cloves coconut oil ginger nutmeg pepper turmeric vanilla extract Golden Milk Ingredients 4 cups unsweetened almond milk, rice milk, coconut milk beverage, or dairy milk 2 Tbsp honey or maple syrup (can adjust to taste) 1 Tbsp virgin coconut oil 2 tsp ground turmeric 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp ground cardamom 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/8 tsp ground cloves 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp vanilla extract Instructions In a large saucepan or medium pot whisk together milk, honey, coconut oil, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, cloves, and black pepper....

Categorized: Beef and Pork Main Dish Sandwiches Tagged: buns cheddar cheese ground beef ketchup mustard Hamburger Recipe Ingredients 1 1/4 lbs to 1 1/2 lbs 80 to 85% lean ground beef 3/4 to 1 tsp table salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 2 tsp vegetable oil 4 hamburger buns, preferably homemade or bakery fresh, halved, sprayed with olive oil spray and lightly toasted in oven or countertop oven if desired Optional toppings Sauce such as ketchup, mustard, mayo, guacamole or spread** Sliced cheddar cheese, American cheese, PepperJack, Colby, Provolone or Muenster Sliced tomatoes, pickles, red or yellow onion, avocado, cooked bacon or sauteed mushrooms Instructions Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions of 5 oz each if using 1 1/4 lbs, or 6 oz each if using 1 1/2 lbs beef....

Categorized: Beef and Pork Main Dish Pasta & Italian Videos Tagged: basil beef crushed tomatoes garlic mozzarella parmesan romano Lasagna Roll Ups Ingredients 4 Tbsp olive oil , divided 8 oz lean ground beef 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes 3 cloves garlic , minced 3 Tbsp chopped fresh basil or 2 tsp dried basil* , plus more for serving 1/2 tsp dried oregano Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste 1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese 1 large egg 3 Tbsp fresh flat leaf parsley , chopped, plus more for serving 2 1/2 cups freshly grated mozzarella cheese , divided 3/4 cup freshly , finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided 1/3 cup freshly , finely grated Romano cheese 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 12 uncooked lasagna noodles Instructions Preheat oven to 375 degrees....

Categorized: Breads & Rolls Breakfast Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Tagged: butter eggs flour lemon lemon juice milk poppy seeds sour cream sugar vanilla extract Lemon Poppy Seed Bread Ingredients 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour 2 Tbsp poppy seeds 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/8 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup granulated sugar 2 Tbsp lemon zest (from about 3 lemons) 1/2 cup unsalted butter , at room temperature 3 large eggs , at room temperature 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp sour cream 1/4 cup milk 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice Lemon Glaze 1/4 cup granulated sugar 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Tagged: cilantro cinnamon cloves coconut milk coriander crushed tomatoes cumin fennel seeds fenugreek garlic lentils mustard powder onions paprika turmeric vegetable broth Lentil Curry Ingredients 2 tsp ground coriander 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 1/2 tsp turmeric 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper 3/4 tsp fennel seeds, crushed* 1/2 tsp mustard powder 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (more or less to taste, it’s spicy) 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 cups finely chopped yellow onion 2 Tbsp minced garlic (6 cloves) 1 1/2 Tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger 3 cups vegetable broth 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1 (13....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Poultry Videos Tagged: black beans canola oil chicken chicken broth cilantro garlic green chilis green onions limes rice One Pan Cilantro-Lime Chicken and Rice with Black Beans Ingredients 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts , diced into 1-inch cubes 1 Tbsp canola oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 green onions , chopped (keep lighter and darker portions separate) 2 cloves garlic , minced 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 (4 oz) can chopped green chilies 2 tsp lime zest 3 Tbsp lime juice 1 (14....

Categorized: Beef and Pork Fall Faves Main Dish Pasta & Italian Tagged: bacon butternut squash chicken broth half and half kale nutmeg onions parmesan sage thyme tortellini One Pan Creamy Tortellini with Butternut Squash Kale and Bacon Ingredients 6 slices bacon, chopped 1 cup chopped yellow onion 3 cups 1/2-inch diced, peeled and seeded butternut squash 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1 (14.5 oz) can low-sodium chicken broth 1 tsp minced fresh sage and thyme* 1 fair pinch nutmeg Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup half and half 1 (9 oz) pkg refrigerated three cheese tortellini (use one that cooks within 7 - 10 minutes) 4 cups (4 oz) chopped kale (thick ribs removed), rinsed and drained 1/3 cup packed finely shredded parmesan cheese Instructions Heat a 12-inch non-stick skillet (with tall sides) or a saute pan over medium-high heat....

Categorized: Christmas Healthy Main Dish Tagged: chicken broth cornstarch garlic honey lemon juice olive oil oranges rosemary salmon Orange-Rosemary Glazed Salmon Ingredients 2 tsp olive oil 4 (6 oz) skinless salmon fillets (1-inch thick), Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cloves garlic , minced 2 1/2 tsp minced fresh rosemary 5 Tbsp chicken broth , divided 1 1/2 tsp orange zest 2/3 cup fresh orange juice 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 Tbsp honey 2 1/2 tsp cornstarch Instructions Heat olive oil in a large non-stick saute pan or skillet over medium-high heat....

Categorized: Main Dish Tagged: bagels basil garlic powder italian seasoning mozzarella olive oil pepperoni pizza sauce Pizza Bagels Ingredients 3 bakery fresh plain bagels, evenly halved 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 1/4 tsp (heaping) garlic powder 2/3 cup pizza sauce, store bought or homemade 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1/3 cup mini pepperoni, or other toppings of choice Chopped fresh basil, grated parmesan, red pepper flakes (optional ingredients to finish) Instructions Move oven rack to upper 1/3 of the oven....

Categorized: Breakfast Fall Faves Thanksgiving Tagged: bread brown sugar cinnamon eggs ginger milk nutmeg pumpkin vanilla extract Pumpkin French Toast Ingredients 3/4 cup half and half 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh) 4 eggs 2 1/2 Tbsp packed light-brown sugar 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/8 tsp cloves 9 slices (1-inch) hearty white bread such as rustic French bread, or brioche Butter, for griddle Instructions Preheat oven to 225 degrees....

Categorized: Main Dish Poultry Videos Tagged: butter chicken garlic onions parsley rosemary sage thyme Roast Chicken {and Chicken Gravy} Ingredients 1 (6 lb) whole chicken Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 garlic cloves, smashed 1/2 medium yellow onion, peeled and sliced into halves (so you’ll use 2 quarters) Fresh poultry herbs, see notes 2 Tbsp butter, well softened Vegetable oil for skillet Gravy Pan drippings remaining after roasting chicken 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth or homemade chicken stock , divided 3 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch 2 - 4 Tbsp heavy cream (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 425 degrees....

Categorized: Desserts Pies and Cheesecakes Tarts and Pastries Thanksgiving Tagged: butter chocolate cream cream of tartar egg whites graham crackers sugar vanilla extract S’mores Pie Ingredients 10 graham cracker whole sheets, finely crushed (about 1 1/3 cups crumbs) 6 Tbsp unsalted butter, cut into 1-Tbsp pieces 1/8 tsp (heaping) salt Filling 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped 6 oz milk chocolate, finely chopped (or an additional 6 oz semi-sweet if desired) 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, diced into pieces 3/4 cup heavy cream Topping 3 large egg whites 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar 1/8 tsp salt 1/8 tsp (slightly heaping) cream of tartar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Instructions Make the Crust Preheat oven to 350 degrees F....

Categorized: Christmas Sides & Sauces Thanksgiving Tagged: butter cheddar cheese flour garlic milk onions potatoes Scalloped Potatoes Ingredients 3 Tbsp (26g) butter 1 cup chopped yellow onion 3 Tbsp (42g) all-purpose flour 1 Tbsp minced garlic Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 3/4 cups (650ml) whole milk 1 1/4 cups (5 oz) shredded sharp white cheddar cheese 2 3/4 lbs red potatoes 1 Tbsp minced fresh parsley (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Asian Main Dish Poultry Tagged: bell pepper brown sugar chicken chicken broth cilantro coconut milk curry paste fish sauce garlic ginger limes onions peanut butter peanuts Thai Chicken Curry Ingredients 1 (14 oz) can coconut milk 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth 3 Tbsp red curry paste, such as Mae Ploy or Thai Kitchen 1 tsp brown sugar 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 Tbsp peeled and minced ginger 2 tsp peeled and minced garlic Salt 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts* (3 large) 1 1/2 cups 1/2-inch thick diced carrots (3 medium) 1/2 small yellow onion, thinly sliced 1 stalk lemongrass, outer layer removed, cut into 4 pieces 1 large red bell pepper, cored and sliced into 2-inch strips 2 Tbsp creamy peanut butter 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1 Tbsp fish sauce 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, divided Cooked jasmine rice or brown rice, for serving 1/3 cup chopped unsalted peanuts, for serving Instructions In a 5 - 7 quart slow cooker stir together coconut milk, chicken broth, red curry paste, brown sugar, coriander, cumin, ginger and garlic....

Categorized: Asian Healthy Main Dish Poultry Tagged: bell pepper brown sugar carrots chicken cilantro fish sauce garlic ginger green onions lettuce lime juice peanuts sambal oelek sesame oil soy sauce Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps Ingredients Sauce 3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce 2 Tbsp fish sauce 2 1/2 Tbsp brown sugar 2 Tbsp lime juice 1 tsp sesame oil 2 tsp cornstarch Filling 5 green onions, sliced, light parts and green parts kept separate 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1 Tbsp minced ginger 1 1/2 lbs 92% lean ground chicken or turkey 1 Tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil 1 red bell pepper, cored and diced 1 1/2 cups matchstick carrots, roughly chopped 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 cup chopped unsalted dry roasted peanuts Lettuce leaves* Hot sauce and/or peanut sauce (for serving) Instructions In a small mixing bowl whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, sesame oil and cornstarch, set aside....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Poultry Tagged: avocados black beans cheddar cheese chicken broth chili powder coriander cumin garlic lettuce limes monterey jack cheese olive oil onions paprika red onion salsa sour cream tomato paste tomatoes tortilla chips turkey Turkey Black Bean Taco Salad Ingredients Turkey and black bean filling 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 1/4 cups chopped yellow onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 20 oz 93% lean ground turkey Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1/4 cup tomato paste 1 Tbsp chili powder 1 Tbsp ancho chili powder (or another 1 Tbsp regular) 2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp paprika 1 (14....