Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Poultry Tagged: basil carrots chicken dijon mustard garlic garlic powder olive oil onion powder oregano parsley potatoes vinegar Roasted Chicken and Veggies with Garlic Herb Vinaigrette Ingredients 4 - 5 large boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat 20 oz. baby red or yellow potatoes, quartered or halved if very small 10 oz. baby carrots 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp garlic powder 3/4 tsp paprika Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Vinaigrette 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar 1/2 tsp dijon mustard 1 1/2 Tbsp very finely minced fresh parsley (from a handful) 1 1/2 Tbsp very finely minced fresh basil (or more parsley) 1 Tbsp very finely minced fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried) 1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp) Instructions Preheat oven to 450 degrees....

Categorized: Asian Beef and Pork Main Dish Slow Cooker Tagged: beef beef broth broccoli brown sugar cornstarch garlic onions sesame oil sesame seeds soy sauce Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs beef chuck (roast or chuck steak), sliced into thin 1 1/2-inch long strips 1/2 yellow onion , sliced into 2 portions 1 cup low-sodium beef broth or beef consommé* 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1 Tbsp sesame oil 1/3 cup slightly packed dark-brown sugar 3 cloves garlic , minced Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste 2 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch 3 cups broccoli florets , diced into bite size pieces (from about 12 oz broccoli crowns) Sesame seeds , for garnish (optional) Instructions Add beef and onion portions to a slow cooker....

Categorized: Main Dish Poultry Tagged: artichokes butter chicken garlic milk neufchatel cheese olive oil parmesan sour cream spinach Spinach Artichoke Chicken Ingredients 4 (6 oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp flour 5 oz fresh spinach, rinsed, drained and chopped (3 1/2 packed cups) 1 (14 oz) can artichoke quarters, drained and chopped 1 1/4 cups milk 4 oz Neufchatel cheese, diced into small cubes 1/3 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese 1/4 cup sour cream Red pepper flakes (optional) Instructions Pound chicken to an even thickness using the flat side of a meat mallet....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Fall Faves Sides & Sauces Thanksgiving Tagged: apples arugula cinnamon cranberries dijon mustard feta cheese ginger lemons maple syrup olive oil oranges pecans sweet potatoes Sweet Potato Salad Ingredients Salad 1 1/2 lbs. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 Tbsp olive oil Salt and black pepper 5 oz. baby arugula 1 medium Granny Smith apple, very thinly sliced 3/4 cup feta cheese 1/3 cup dried cranberries Dressing 1/3 cup olive oil 2 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 tsp orange zest (from 1 navel orange) 1 tsp real maple syrup 2 tsp dijon mustard Maple Pecans 1 cup chopped pecans 3 Tbsp real maple syrup 1/4 tsp (heaping) ground ginger 1/4 tsp cinnamon Instructions Prepare oven and pan: Place oven rack in upper third of the oven and preheat oven to 425 degrees....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Sandwiches Seafood Tagged: avocados bell pepper bread lemons olive oil parsley red onion tomatoes tuna Avocado Tuna Salad Ingredients 2 (5 oz) cans tuna in water, drained well* 1/2 cup diced seeded tomatoes (2 small) 1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper (1/2 medium) 1/3 cup chopped red onion, rinsed 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 medium avocado (not too soft), diced 2 - 3 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper Whole wheat sandwich thins, pita pockets, whole grain bread or romaine lettuce leaves, for serving Instructions To a medium mixing bowl add drained tuna, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, parsley, avocado, olive oil, lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste....

Baked Ziti Jump to Recipe Pin Share Comments Email Save Saved Baked Ziti – classic Italian comfort food made with hearty pasta, flavorful sausage, a homemade marinara and layered with ricotta, mozzarella and parmesan cheese! It’s a lot like lasagna but it’s faster since layers are lazier, but of course it tastes equally as good! The Best Baked Ziti Recipe! Something about winter just says comfort food, right? It’s so nice to just cozy up to a warm from the oven dinner on a bitter cold day....

Categorized: Healthy Mexican and Southwestern Sides & Sauces Tagged: bell pepper black beans cumin garlic olive oil onions oregano Black Beans {Slow Cooker or Instant Pot} Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil, then more for serving if desired 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped 1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced (optional) 2 Tbsp minced garlic (6 cloves) 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth 3 cups water 1 lb dry black beans, picked over, rinsed and drained 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp Mexican oregano* Salt and freshly ground black pepper Queso fresco, cilantro, fresh lime for serving (optional) Instructions FOR THE SLOW COOKER: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat....

Categorized: Asian Main Dish Poultry Tagged: carrots cauliflower chicken eggs garlic ginger green onions olive oil peanuts peas sesame oil soy sauce sriracha Cauliflower Chicken Fried “Rice” Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 1/4 lbs) 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1/2-inch cubes 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 1 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil, divided 1/2 cup chopped green onions, only white and light green portions 1 Tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves) 2 cups frozen peas and carrots blend 3 large eggs 3 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce, more or less to taste Optional toppings 1/3 cup chopped unsalted peanuts (optional) 2 Tbsp chopped green onions (green portion) Sriracha or thinly sliced red peppers Instructions Cut the florets from the cauliflower leaving most of the stem behind....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Tagged: butter cake flour coconut coconut extract egg whites eggs granulated sugar powdered sugar vanilla extract Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: butter caramel coconut coconut extract flour sea salt sugar Coconut Cupcakes with Coconut Buttercream Frosting Ingredients Coconut Cupcakes 1 1/2 cups (198g) cake flour* 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, at room temperature 3/4 cups (160g) granulated sugar 1 large egg, at room temperature 2 large egg whites, at room temperature 1 tsp coconut extract 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2/3 cup (155ml) canned coconut milk, at room temperature 1 1/3 cups (115g) shredded unsweetened coconut Coconut Buttercream Frosting 14 Tbsp (198g) butter, at room temperature (preferably 8 Tbsp unsalted 6 Tbsp salted) 3 cups (380g) powdered sugar 1/2 - 1 tsp coconut extract, to taste 2 - 3 Tbsp (45ml) canned coconut milk Instructions For the cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Asian Main Dish Poultry Videos Tagged: brown sugar Chicken breasts garlic ketchup oyster sauce sesame oil soy sauce worcestershire Yakisoba noodles Chicken Yakisoba Ingredients Sauce 2 Tbsp soy sauce 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 Tbsp ketchup 2 Tbsp packed light brown sugar 1 Tbsp oyster sauce 1/2 tsp sesame oil Stir-Fry 1 lb chicken breasts, sliced into bite size strips 2 (5.9 oz.) pks. refrigerated yakisoba noodles, (seasoning packets discarded)* Salt, if needed 1/2 cup chopped green onions, white and light portions only 1 1/2 Tbsp Gourmet Garden Chunky Garlic Stir-In Paste 1 Tbsp Gourmet Garden Ginger Stir-In Paste 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 red bell pepper, cored and sliced into 2-inch fairly thin strips 5 oz....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Fall Faves Healthy Thanksgiving Tagged: brussels sprouts garlic lemon olive oil parmesan Garlic Lemon and Parmesan Roasted Brussel Sprouts Ingredients 1 lb brussels sprouts , rinsed and dried, ends trimmed, sliced in half lengthwise 2 - 3 cloves garlic , minced 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp fresh lemon juice , plus more for serving 1/2 tsp (scant) fine sea salt, or to taste 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees....

Categorized: Christmas Sides & Sauces Thanksgiving Tagged: butter egg yolks garlic half and half parmesan parsley potatoes Garlic Parmesan Duchess Potatoes Ingredients 2 1/2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes , peeled and diced into 1 1/2-inch portions Salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 Tbsp butter , divided 4 cloves garlic , finely minced 3 - 4 Tbsp half and half 1/2 cup (slightly packed) finely shredded parmesan cheese 4 large egg yolks Minced fresh parsley , for garnish (optional) Finely grated parmesan , for serving (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 425 degrees....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Healthy Tagged: bell pepper cucumber feta lemon juice olive oil olives oregano parsley red onion tomatoes Best Greek Salad Ingredients Greek Salad Dressing 6 Tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar 1 1/2 tsp minced garlic (1 large clove) 1 1/2 Tbsp finely minced fresh parsley 1 tsp dried oregano 3/4 tsp honey Salt, to taste Salad 4 medium Roma tomatoes, diced (10 oz) 1 medium english cucumber, optionally peeled and sliced into half moons 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced or diced, rinsed and drained 1 small green or yellow bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, chopped 3/4 cup kalamata or black olives, drained and sliced 4 oz....

Categorized: Asian Main Dish Tagged: bell pepper cilantro coconut milk eggs garlic ginger green onions ham pineapple rice rice flour sesame oil Hawaiian Fried Rice Ingredients 1 1/3 cups jasmine rice, rinsed well and drained well 1 1/4 cups coconut milk 1 1/4 cups coconut water or water 1/4 tsp salt 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 1 tsp sesame oil, divided 1 red bell pepper, diced (1 1/4 cups) 1/3 cup green onions, light portion, sliced 2 tsp minced garlic (2 cloves) 2 tsp peeled and minced fresh ginger 2 cups diced ham 2 cups diced fresh pineapple 3 large eggs 1/2 cup green onions, green portion, sliced 3 Tbsp minced fresh cilantro 1 Tbsp soy sauce, or more to taste Instructions In a medium saucepan bring coconut milk, coconut water and salt to a boil over medium-high heat....

Categorized: Breads & Rolls Breakfast Sides & Sauces Tagged: butter buttermilk cornmeal eggs flour milk sugar Johnny Cakes - Hoecakes Ingredients 1 cup (5 oz) all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 1 cup (5.6 oz) fine cornmeal 1 Tbsp granulated sugar 1 Tbsp baking powder (preferably aluminum free) 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup buttermilk 2/3 cup whole milk 2 large eggs 1/4 cup rendered bacon drippings or butter, melted 3 1/2 Tbsp vegetable oil for skillet, divided Instructions Heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet or a cast iron griddle over medium-low heat....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Healthy Treats and Snacks Tagged: chives dill garlic greek yogurt mayonnaise onion powder parsley Lighter Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip Ingredients 1 1/3 cups plain Greek Yogurt (I used regular fat) 3 Tbsp full fat mayonnaise 1 clove garlic , finely minced 2 1/2 Tbsp chopped parsley , plus more for garnish 2 tsp freeze dried chives (or 1 tsp regular dried) 1 1/4 tsp dried dill 3/4 tsp onion powder 1/4 tsp salt , then more to taste (I did 1/4 + 1/8 tsp) 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper Instructions Whisk together all ingredients in a bowl....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Soups Tagged: bay leaves cannellini beans carrots celery farro feta kale lemon juice olive oil onions oregano parsley tomatoes vegetable broth Mediterranean Kale, Cannellini and Farro Stew Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 cup carrots diced (about 2 medium) 1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 small) 1 cup chopped celery (about 2) 4 cloves garlic , minced 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes 1 cup farro , rinsed 1 tsp dried oregano 1 bay leaf Salt , to taste 1/2 cup slightly packed parsley sprigs (stems included) 4 cups slightly packed chopped kale , thick ribs removed 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup Feta cheese , crumbled, for serving Instructions Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat....

Categorized: Breakfast Healthy Tagged: amaranth cinnamon farro maple syrup milk oats Multigrain Porridge Ingredients 1/2 cup steel cut oats (not quick cooking) 1/2 cup farro, rinsed in a fine sieve and drained 1/2 cup amaranth, rinsed in a fine sieve and drained* 4 cups water 1/4 tsp (heaping) salt 1/2 cup milk, plus more to thin 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 - 2 Tbsp real maple syrup, or more to taste Instructions Add steel cut oats, farro, amaranth, water and salt to a large saucepan and stir....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: chocolate chips orange extract oranges Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies (tastes just like an Orange Milano, but better!) Ingredients 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp cornstarch 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 cup butter , softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup packed light-brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp orange extract 1 Tbsp orange zest 1 cup milk chocolate chips 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Christmas Treats and Snacks Tagged: candy bar pretzels Pretzel M&M Hugs Ingredients 70 square pretzels (do NOT use butter snaps) 70 Hershey’s Hugs chocolates (from nearly 1 full 12 oz package), unwrapped 70 Milk Chocolate M&M’s , I used the red and green Christmas package Instructions Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with a Silpat or parchment paper. Align pretzels on cookie sheet in a single layer then top each pretzel with one Hershey’s Hug chocolate....