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Categorized: Healthy Instant Pot Main Dish Mexican and Southwestern Poultry Tagged: chicken chili powder cilantro coriander cumin garlic salsa Salsa Chicken Tacos (Instant Pot or Slow Cooker) Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 tsp ancho chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground coriander Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 clove garlic minced 1 cup fire roasted jarred salsa 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro For serving 10 corn or flour tortilla shells warmed Shredded monterey jack or Mexican blend cheese Shredded romaine lettuce Diced roma tomatoes Guacamole or diced avocados Sour cream and hot sauce optional Instructions Place chicken in Instant Pot....

Categorized: Sides & Sauces Tagged: butter cream half and half potatoes sour cream Mashed Potatoes Ingredients 3 lbs. russet potatoes, peeled and rinsed clean, cut into 1 1/4-inch chunks Salt and optionally freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup half and half, whipping cream or heavy cream* 6 Tbsp unsalted butter, diced into 1 Tbsp pieces 1/2 cup sour cream, preferably brought to room temperature while potatoes cook Instructions Place potatoes in a colander and rinse under cold water about 20 seconds....

Categorized: Breakfast Spring Tagged: butter cornstarch cream eggs flour milk strawberries sugar vanilla extract Mini German Pancakes Ingredients 1 1/4 cups (295ml) milk 6 large eggs 1 1/4 cups (117g) all-purpose flour, plus more for pans Scant 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 4 1/2 Tbsp (70g) unsalted butter, melted, divided Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Butter 20 muffin cups generously with 2 1/2 Tbsp of the melted butter....

Categorized: Christmas Halloween Treats and Snacks Tagged: cream cheese oreos peppermint white chocolate Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Videos Tagged: almond extract butter flour jam powdered sugar sugar Oreo Balls - Oreo Truffles Ingredients 36 Oreos (original not doublestuf), plus 3 more, crushed, for topping if desired 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened 16 oz vanilla or chocolate candy melts, or melted white chocolate, milk chocolate or dark chocolate See notes for peppermint variation Instructions Line an 18 by 13-inch baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper....

Categorized: Desserts Ice Cream & Chilled Desserts Tagged: cream gelatin milk sugar vanilla extract Panna Cotta Ingredients 3 Tbsp cold water 4 tsp (12 g) gelatin 3 cups (710 ml) heavy cream 1 cup (235 ml) whole milk 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar Pinch salt 2 tsp vanilla extract Instructions Pour water into a bowl, add gelatin all at once and mix right away. Let rest at least 5 minutes....

Categorized: Asian Breads & Rolls Main Dish Videos Tagged: bell pepper cornstarch garlic ginger green onions pepper rice vinegar sesame oil shaoxhing wine soy sauce steak sugar vegetable oil Pepper Steak Ingredients 1 1/4 lbs. top sirloin steak 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1/4 cup shaoxing wine (can buy it here ) 3 Tbsp soy sauce* 1 Tbsp rice vinegar 1 Tbsp granulated sugar 2 tsp cracked black pepper 2 tsp dark sesame oil 1 Tbsp cornstarch 6 tsp vegetable oil, divided Salt 1 red bell pepper, chopped into bite size pieces 1 green bell pepper, chopped into bite size pieces 6 green onions, white portions sliced, green portion chopped into 2-inch pieces 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1 Tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger Instructions Place steaks on cutting board, cover with plastic wrap and pound with the flat side of meat mallet to help flatten slightly and tenderize....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Valentines Tagged: almond extract almonds butter flour jam powdered sugar Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Videos Tagged: almond extract butter flour jam powdered sugar sugar Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies (Jam Stuffed Snowballs) Ingredients 2 cups (248g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup (76g) sliced almonds 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar 1/2 tsp almond extract 6 Tbsp (115g) seedless raspberry jam 1 1/2 cups (170g) powdered sugar Instructions In a mixing bowl whisk together flour and salt, set aside....

Categorized: Healthy Sides & Sauces Tagged: butter olive oil parmesan cheese spaghetti squash Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Browned Butter and Parmesan Ingredients 2 (1 3/4 lbs each) spaghetti squash 2 tsp olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 6 Tbsp salted butter, cut into 1 Tbsp pieces 2 tsp chopped fresh parsley, optional 1 cup (2 oz) finely shredded parmesan cheese*, divided Instructions Preheat oven to 425 degrees....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Healthy Mexican and Southwestern Tagged: cilantro garlic jalapeno lime juice onions sugar tomatillos Salsa Verde (Green Salsa) Ingredients 1 1/4 lbs tomatillos*, husked 1 jalapeno**, stem removed (before or after roasting) 2/3 cup chopped yellow onion, rinsed under water to remove harsh bite 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste 1/2 - 1 tsp sugar, to taste 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice 3 Tbsp water, then more as desired Instructions Move oven rack about 4-inch below broiler element, preheat broiler to high heat....

Sesame Noodles with Chicken and Broccoli Jump to Recipe Pin Share Comments Email Save Saved Sesame Noodles with Chicken and Broccoli are your healthy and upgraded weeknight dinner—even better than takeout. Savory noodles with tender and bright broccoli are paired with the lean protein of stirfry chicken for a well-rounded meal your family will love. Who doesn’t love Chinese take-out? It has those crave-worthy flavors that always leave us coming back for more....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Seafood Tagged: avocados cilantro couscous cumin garlic limes mangoes olive oil red onion shrimp spinach tomatoes Shrimp and Couscous Foil Packets with Avocado-Mango Salsa Ingredients Olive or vegetable oil cooking spray 6 oz spinach (about 8 cups), roughly chopped 1 1/3 cups couscous (not pearl couscous) 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 1/4 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice, divided 2 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, divided 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp ground cumin 1 large mango, peeled and diced 1 large avocado, peeled and diced 1 medium vine ripe tomato or two small Roma tomatoes, diced 1/3 cup chopped red onion, rinsed under water and drained Instructions Preheat a gas grill over medium-high heat to about 450 degrees....

Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie Jump to Recipe Pin Share Comments Email Save Saved This Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie takes the beloved buttery, chewy, chocolate chip-studded cookie and amps it up by baking in a cast iron skillet for those perfect crisp edges around a soft-set center. This tempting treat is exceptionally delicious, especially when it’s served warm with a scoop of slightly molten vanilla ice cream atop. Cold days call for a hot from the oven, skillet baked chocolate chip cookie, don’t you think?...

Categorized: Breakfast Drinks Healthy Tagged: almond milk bananas greek yogurt honey milk oatmeal strawberries vanilla extract Strawberry Banana Oat Smoothie Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or 1% milk 1/2 cup fat free plain Greek yogurt 2 cups (9 oz) frozen strawberries 1 1/2 ripe medium bananas 1/2 cup quick oats or old fashioned oats 1 Tbsp honey 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Instructions Add all ingredients to a blender, cover and blend until smooth....

Watermelon Lemonade Jump to Recipe Pin Share Comments Email Save Saved Watermelon Lemonade is fresh, fruity, and packed with bright summer flavor. Starting with tart lemon juice, freshly juiced and strained, we add refreshing watermelon that’s had a quick blend and strain. Finally, we sweeten it up with some sugar (if needed), some lemon slices, mint leaves and watermelon slices as garnishes, pour over ice cubes, and voila! You have the most refreshing summer drink that you’ll crave every hot summer day....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: brown sugar butter cinnamon cloves eggs flour ginger molasses nutmeg vanilla extract white chocolate White Chocolate Gingerbread Star Cookies Ingredients 3 cups (425g) all-purpose flour 1 Tbsp ground ginger 2 tsp ground cinnamong 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground cloves 3/4 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup (165g) packed dark brown sugar 10 Tbsp (142g) unsalted butter, softened slightly but still fairly firm 1 large egg yolk 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup (172g) unsulphured molasses 1 - 2 Tbsp milk 4 - 10 oz....

Categorized: Desserts Fall Faves Tarts and Pastries Thanksgiving Tagged: apples butter cinnamon eggs flour honey sugar Apple Galette Ingredients Crust 1 1/2 cups (214 g) unbleached all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 1 Tbsp (11 g) granulated sugar 1/4 tsp salt 10 Tbsp (142 g) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 4 to 5 Tbsp ice water Filling 1 1/2 lbs (3 large) baking apples* 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar** 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 2 Tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, diced into 1/4-inch cubes Finish 1 large egg + 1/2 Tbsp water 1 Tbsp (11 g) turbinado sugar or sparkling sugar 1 Tbsp honey or 1 1/2 Tbsp apricot preserves heated with 1/2 tbsp water and strained (optional) Instructions In a large mixing bowl whisk together flour, sugar and salt....

Categorized: Breakfast Main Dish Tagged: bread butter cinnamon eggs heavy cream milk sugar vanilla extract Baked French Toast Ingredients 2 Tbsp butter, melted 7 large eggs 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 3 Tbsp granulated sugar 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 loaves (24 oz) soft French bread*, cut into 3/4-inch slices Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush a 13 by 9-inch baking dish with butter....

Categorized: Breads & Rolls Tagged: butter flour milk salt sugar yeast Basic Homemade White Bread Ingredients 3/4 cup (175ml) warm water, 110-115 degrees 2 1/2 tsp (9g) active dry yeast, or instant yeast* (see notes) 2 1/2 Tbsp (32g) granulated sugar, divided 1 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup (175ml) milk, warmed to 110-115 degrees 3 1/2 cups (496g) unbleached all-purpose flour or bread flour, then more as needed (scoop and level to measure) 3 Tbsp (42g) unsalted butter, softened, plus 1/2 Tbsp more for top Instructions In the bowl of an electric stand mixer whisk together warm water, yeast and 1/2 Tbsp sugar....

Categorized: Beef and Pork Main Dish Tagged: balsamic vinegar dijon mustard honey olive oil rosemary soy sauce worcestershire Best Steak Marinade Ingredients 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar* 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup olive oil 1 Tbsp dijon mustard 2 tsp honey 3 garlic cloves, minced (1 Tbsp) 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp dried rosemary (optional) 4 (8 oz) steaks** Instructions In a mixing bowl whisk together balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, dijon mustard, honey, garlic, pepper and rosemary until well blended....

Cabbage and Berry Purple Smoothies Jump to Recipe Pin Share Comments Email Save Saved Most of you have probably tried greens smoothies but have you tried a purple smoothie yet? I hadn’t until this one and now after tasting it, I’m hooked. I love the way all the different elements of this come together to create such an exciting and invigorating smoothie. The flavor is unlike any smoothie I’ve tried before....