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Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: baking soda brown sugar butter cinnamon cream cheese egg yolk eggs flour ginger granulated sugar molasses nutmeg oatmeal powdered sugar vanilla extract Oatmeal Cream Pies Ingredients Cookies 2 1/4 cups (211g) rolled oats (not quick oats) 1 3/4 cups (247g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 3/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (preferably fresh grated) 1/4 tsp ground ginger (optional) 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup (packed) light brown sugar 2 Tbsp molasses 1 large egg 1 large egg yolk 1 tsp vanilla extract Frosting 8 Tbsp unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 oz....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Sides & Sauces Tagged: eggs garlic powder panko bread crumbs paprika vegetable oil yellow onions Onion Rings Ingredients 2 large yellow onions (about 12 oz each), sliced 1/3 inch thick, separated into individual rings 1 cup (5 oz) all-purpose flour (scoop an level to measure) 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper (or to taste) 3/4 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 cup buttermilk 1 large egg 2 1/2 cups Panko bread crumbs, or more if needed 6 cups vegetable oil or peanut oil, for frying Instructions Pour vegetable oil into a pot....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: brown sugar chocolate eggs flour peanut butter sugar vanilla extract Peanut Butter Blossoms Ingredients 1 1/2 cups (212g) all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened but still slightly firm 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar 2/3 cup (165g) creamy peanut butter 1 large egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/3 cup (70g) granulated sugar or cane sugar 36 Hershey’s Kisses milk chocolates Instructions Preheat oven to 375 degrees....

Categorized: Desserts Thanksgiving Tagged: butter cinnamon corn syrup eggs flour pecans sea salt sugar vanilla extract Pecan Pie Ingredients Crust 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour 2 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp fine sea salt 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and diced into small cubes 3 - 5 Tbsp ice water Filling 2 cups (214g) Fisher Pecan Halves, divided 1 cup (220g) packed light-brown sugar 1/2 tsp fine sea salt 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon 1/3 cup (73g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled to lukewarm 3/4 cup Karo Light Corn Syrup 3 large eggs 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Instructions For the crust: In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, sugar and salt....

Categorized: Cookies Desserts Tagged: brown sugar butter cinnamon eggs flour ginger nutmeg oats pecans pumpkin sugar vanilla extract walnuts Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients 2 1/4 cups (319g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 1 1/2 cups (140g) quick oats 1 tsp baking soda 3/4 tsp salt 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/8 tsp ground cloves (optional) 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter , softened 1 1/3 cups (266g) packed light-brown sugar 2/3 cup (133g) granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/4 cups (290g) canned pumpkin puree 1 3/4 cup (290g) semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup (130g) chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Poultry Tagged: cardamom cayenne pepper chicken cilantro cinnamon coriander crushed tomatoes cumin garlic ginger greek yogurt lemon juice nutmeg olive oil onions paprika pepper tomato paste Quick Chicken Tikka Masala Ingredients 1 (1 1/2) inch knob ginger, peeled 4 cloves garlic, peeled 1/2 large yellow onion, peeled 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1-inch cubes 1 1/2 Tbsp garam masala spice blend*, divided (see notes) Salt 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 1 Tbsp tomato paste 1 1/2 tsp ground paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, more or less to taste 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt** (I used fat-free, any kind will work fine though) 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup cilantro leaves Instructions Pulse ginger and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Healthy Main Dish Poultry Tagged: blackberries chicken feta lemon lettuce mayonnaise parmesan poppy seeds strawberries Berry, Lemon Chicken and Feta Salad Ingredients 1 (11 oz) pkg Spring Mix Salad Blend 1 lb strawberries , sliced 11 oz black berries 8 oz Feta cheese , crumbled 2 oz Parmesan cheese , finely shredded 3/4 cup sliced almonds finely grated lemon zest , for topping (optional) poppy seed dressing , recipe follows Grilled Lemon Chicken 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 2 tsp lemon zest 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic , finely minced 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 3/4 cup mayonnaise 4 Tbsp granulated sugar 1 1/2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 1/4 tsp salt Instructions To assemble salads: Layer salad blend onto serving plates....

Categorized: Asian Main Dish Poultry Slow Cooker Tagged: chicken thighs garlic ginger honey ketchup rice vinegar sesame oil soy sauce sriracha Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs Ingredients 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed (about 2.5 lbs) 1/3 cup ketchup 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup soy sauce 1 Tbsp sriracha (reduce for milder option) 2 tsp toasted sesame oil 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1 Tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger 2 tsp rice vinegar 2 Tbsp cornstarch + 2 Tbsp water Sliced green onions and sesame seeds, for garnish (optional) Instructions Place chicken thighs in a slow cooker (5 to 7 quart)....

Categorized: Sides & Sauces Tagged: broccoli butter cheddar cheese cream cheese flour garlic powder milk mustard pasta Stove Top Broccoli Mac and Cheese Ingredients 8 oz. dry elbow pasta Salt 4 cups broccoli florets, cooked then finely chopped* 3 1/2 Tbsp butter 3 1/2 Tbsp flour 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1 3/4 cups milk 4 oz. cream cheese, diced into small cubes 1 - 2 tsp dijon mustard, to taste 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded** Instructions Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to directions on package....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Soups Tagged: basil chicken broth flour garlic onions parmesan tomatoes Best Tomato Soup Ingredients 1/3 cup unsalted butter, cut into 5 pieces 3 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion (2 medium) 2 Tbsp minced garlic (6 cloves) 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 2 (28 oz) cans San Marzano tomatoes 3 basil sprigs (13g), plus more chopped basil for serving if desired. 1 (4-inch) parmesan rind 2 tsp granulated sugar, or to taste* Salt and freshly ground black pepper Heavy cream**, for serving (optional) Instructions Melt butter in a large pot (6 quart) over medium-high heat....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Mexican and Southwestern Poultry Tagged: avocados chicken broth chili powder cilantro cumin garlic lettuce olive oil onions paprika sour cream tomato sauce tomatoes turkey Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps Ingredients 1 Tbsp olive oil 3/4 cup chopped yellow onion 1 lb 95% lean ground turkey 2 cloves garlic Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 Tbsp chili powder (preferably 2 tsp regular chili powder and 1 tsp ancho chili powder) 1 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 cup tomato sauce 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth Iceberg or Romain lettuce leaves , doubled up, for serving Shredded Mexican cheese , diced Roma tomatoes, diced red onion, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, light sour cream, for serving Instructions Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Videos Tagged: eggs flour greek yogurt olive oil sugar vanilla extract Yogurt Cake Ingredients 1 3/4 cups (248g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar* 1 1/4 cups (304g) whole plain Greek yogurt, brought to room temperature 2/3 cup (155ml) olive oil** 3 large eggs, brought to room temperature 2 tsp vanilla extract Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Healthy Mexican and Southwestern Sides & Sauces Tagged: avocados cilantro cumin garlic limes rice Avocado Cilantro Lime Rice Ingredients 4 1/2 cups cooked brown (preferably day old) 2 medium ripe avocados (11 oz before peeling and coring) 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 tsp (heaping) ground cumin 1 small clove garlic , minced (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste Instructions Mash avocados in a large mixing bowl....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Christmas Fall Faves Thanksgiving Tagged: apple cider vinegar bacon butternut squash cranberries feta garlic goat cheese kale maple syrup mustard olive oil red onion rosemary spinach thyme walnuts Butternut Squash and Bacon Salad with Maple-Rosemary Vinaigrette Ingredients 12 oz. (4 cups) peeled and cubed butternut squash* 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 tsp fresh thyme, or 1/2 tsp dried Salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 slices (6 oz) bacon, cooked and crumbled 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion (rinse under water to remove harsh bite) 3 oz feta or goat cheese, crumbled 5 oz baby kale and spinach blend or arugula and spinach blend 1/3 cup dried cranberries Vinaigrette 3 Tbsp real maple syrup 2 1/2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 2 tsp dijon mustard 1 clove garlic, minced 2 1/2 tsp minced fresh rosemary or 3/4 tsp dried, crushed Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup olive oil Instructions For the vinaigrette: In a small saucepan whisk together maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, mustard, garlic and rosemary....

Categorized: Main Dish Pasta & Italian Tagged: basil crushed tomatoes mozzarella parmesan ricotta tomatoes Caprese Lasagna Roll Ups Ingredients 8 lasagna noodles , uncooked 14 oz freshly shredded , low-moisture part skim Mozzarella cheese, divided 3/4 cup Ricotta cheese 1 large egg white 1/3 cup freshly , finely shredded Parmesan cheese (about 1 1/4 oz) freshly ground black pepper 3 - 4 medium Roma tomatoes , thinly sliced (about 1/6 inch thick slices) 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil , plus more for garnish 1 cup marinara sauce , recipe follows Simple Marinara Sauce 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion 2 cloves garlic finely minced 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Instructions Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Valentines Videos Tagged: brown sugar butter canola oil cocoa egg yolks eggs flour milk powdered sugar sour cream sugar vanilla extract Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Ingredients 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (110g) packed light-brown sugar 3/4 cup (70g) unsweetened cocoa powder (scoop and level to measure) 1 tsp baking soda 3/4 tsp salt 1 cup (235ml) boiling water* 3/4 cup (175ml) vegetable oil or canola oil 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter, melted 2 large eggs 3 large egg yolks 1 Tbsp vanilla extract 2 cups (256g) all-purpose flour (spoon and level to measure) 1/2 cup (116g) sour cream 1/3 cup (80ml) milk 1 recipeChocolate Buttercream Frosting Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Desserts Treats and Snacks Tagged: chocolate cocoa powder heavy cream vanilla extract Chocolate Truffles Ingredients 8 oz. semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped (use high quality chocolate*) 1/2 cup + 1 Tbsp heavy cream 1 tsp vanilla extract Coating (pick at least 1) Cocoa powder (Dutch or regular) Fine shredded coconut Sprinkles or coarse/raw sugar Finely chopped chocolate (shaved or blitzed fine in a food processor) Chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds, pistachios, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, almonds, peanuts) Freeze dried berries, pulverized in food processor Instructions Place chopped chocolate in a medium heat proof mixing bowl....

Categorized: Main Dish Sides & Sauces Soups Tagged: basil bell pepper carrots chicken broth cream garlic olive oil onions pasta tomato paste tomatoes Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Tomato and Orzo Soup Ingredients 2 large red bell peppers (about 20 oz) 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups) 1 large carrot, diced (3/4 cup) 4 cloves garlic, minced 3 (14.5 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth 2 (14....

Categorized: Christmas Sides & Sauces Thanksgiving Tagged: bread butter carrots celery chicken broth eggs garlic marjoram onions parsley poultry seasoning sage thyme Crockpot Stuffing Ingredients 2 lbs hearty white sandwich bread*, diced into pieces between 1/2 and 3/4-inch thick, or 15 cups store-bought dried unseasoned bread cubes 2 - 3 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, as needed 2 large eggs 1 tsp poultry seasoning 1 tsp salt, or to taste 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, or to taste 3/4 cup unsalted butter, diced into 1 Tbsp pieces 2 cups chopped yellow onion 2 cups chopped celery 1 cup chopped carrot (dice small) 1 large clove garlic, minced 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish 2 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh sage (or 2 1/2 tsp dried) 1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried) 1 Tbsp chopped fresh marjoram (or 1 tsp dried) 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary (or 1/2 tsp dried, crushed) Instructions Preheat oven to 275 degrees....

Categorized: Main Dish Pasta & Italian Soups Videos Tagged: beef bread carrots celery chicken broth eggs garlic onions oregano parmesan parsley pasta pork spinach Italian Wedding Soup Ingredients Meatballs 8 oz. lean ground beef 8 oz. ground pork 1/2 cup fresh white bread crumbs* (from fresh bread not dried) 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 1/2 tsp minced fresh oregano (or 3/4 tsp dried) 1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan 1 large egg Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 Tbsp olive oil Soup 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 1/4 cups chopped carrots 1 1/4 cups chopped yellow onion 3/4 cup chopped celery 4 cloves garlic, minced (1 1/2 Tbsp) 5 (14....