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Categorized: Sides & Sauces Videos Tagged: apple cider vinegar bacon dijon mustard garlic olive oil parsley red onion red potatoes German Potato Salad Ingredients 2 lbs red potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes (each about the same size for even cooking) 6 slices bacon, chopped 2 cups chopped red onion 2 tsp minced garlic 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1 Tbsp dijon mustard 2 tsp granulated sugar Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley 2 Tbsp olive oil Instructions Place red potatoes on a steamer basket* set in a pot with about 1 1/2-inches of water....

Categorized: Sides & Sauces Thanksgiving Tagged: cranberries oranges Homemade Cranberry Sauce Ingredients 1 (12 oz) bag fresh cranberries, rinsed 1/2 cup water 1 tsp orange zest 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup light brown sugar Instructions In a medium saucepan combine cranberries, water, orange zest, orange juice, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Set over medium-high heat and bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat medium-low....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Tagged: cream cream cheese graham crackers sea salt strawberries Mini Cheesecakes Ingredients 1 cup (114g) finely crushed graham crackers (from about 7 full size sheets) 1 1/2 Tbsp (19g) granulated sugar 3 Tbsp (38g) butter,* melted 16 oz. cream cheese, well softened 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar 1 1/2 Tbsp (12g) all-purpose flour 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup (58g) sour cream 1/4 cup heavy cream Toppings for serving (optional), see notes for ideas Instructions For the crust: Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Breakfast Healthy Treats and Snacks Tagged: almond butter chocolate chips cocoa powder coconut flaxseed honey oats vanilla extract No-Bake Chocolate Energy Bites Ingredients 1/2 cup no stir almond butter (I used Maranatha) or creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp honey 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder Up to 4 tsp warm water , as needed 1 cup old fashioned oats (raw) 3/4 cup toasted or raw coconut (I used sweetened) 1/2 cup flaxseed meal 6 Tbsp semi-sweet chocolate chips Instructions In a mixing bowl, stir together almond butter, honey, vanilla and cocoa powder....

Categorized: Beef and Pork Fall Faves Main Dish Videos Tagged: chicken broth cream garlic gnocchi kale milk onions parmesan sausage One Pan Creamy Gnocchi with Italian Sausage and Kale Ingredients 16 oz. mild Italian sausage* 1 1/2 tsp olive oil 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion 2 tsp minced garlic 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth 3/4 cup milk 1 (6 oz) bunch kale, thicks ribs removed, chopped 1 (16 oz.) pkg....

Categorized: Main Dish Pasta & Italian Videos Tagged: bell peppers chicken chicken broth cream garlic olive oil parmesan cheese parsley pasta red onions tomatoes One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta Ingredients 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 1/2 Tbsp cajun seasoning, recipe HERE 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into strips, about 2-inches long 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips, about 2-inches long 1 small (5 - 6 oz) red onion, halved and thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced (2 tsp) 2 (14....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Halloween Tagged: butter cake flour eggs orange extract oranges powdered sugar shortening sugar vanilla extract Orange Creamsicle Sugar Cookies Ingredients 2 1/2 cups cake flour 2 tsp cornstarch 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter , at room temperature 1/4 cup all vegetable shortening (unflavored), at room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar Zest of 1 medium orange (1 Tbsp) 1 large egg 1 large egg white 1 tsp orange extract 1 tsp vanilla extract Frosting 4 oz cream cheese , softened 1/4 cup salted butter , softened 1 tsp orange extract 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar Instructions FOR THE COOKIES: In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt, set aside....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Pasta & Italian Tagged: basil garlic olive oil parmesan cheese pasta pine nuts Pesto Pasta Ingredients 12 oz. dry spaghetti Salt, to taste 3 cups (slightly packed, 65g) fresh basil leaves 1/2 cup finely shredded (35g) parmesan, plus more for serving if desired 1/4 cup (36g) pine nuts (toasted or raw), plus more for serving if desired 2 medium garlic cloves, peeled and smashed 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup pasta water, divided Instructions Cook spaghetti in salted water to al dente according to package directions....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Fall Faves Halloween Thanksgiving Tagged: allspice brown sugar butter cinnamon cream cream cheese eggs ginger graham crackers nutmeg pecans pumpkin sour cream sugar vanilla extract Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars {with Brulee Topping} Ingredients Crust 1 1/3 cups (140g) finely crushed graham crackers (about 10 1/2 full sheets) 2 Tbsp (30g) packed light brown sugar 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 6 Tbsp (3 oz) unsalted butter, melted Filling 1/2 cup (110g) packed light-brown sugar 6 Tbsp (80g) granulated sugar 3 Tbsp (28g) all-purpose flour 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/8 tsp ground allspice or cloves 2 (8 oz) pkgs....

Categorized: Main Dish Pasta & Italian Tagged: basil butter cream flour garlic milk parmesan pasta red pepper flakes sun dried tomatoes tomatoes Ravioli with Creamy Sun-dried Tomato and Basil Sauce Ingredients 1 (20 oz) pkg. refrigerated four-cheese ravioli 2 large Roma tomatoes (9 oz) 3/4 cup sun-dried tomato halves in oil , drained (about 13 halves) 2 Tbsp butter 4 cloves garlic , minced 2 1/2 Tbsp flour 1 3/4 cup milk (I used 1%) 1/3 cup heavy cream Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste 1 - 3 pinches red pepper flakes , to taste 1/3 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese 1/2 cup fresh basil , chopped Instructions Bring a large pot of water to a boil....

Categorized: Main Dish Soups Thanksgiving Tagged: carrots celery chicken broth corn garlic gravy onions parsley pasta rosemary sage thyme turkey Turkey Soup Ingredients 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 cups chopped carrots (3 large) 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion (1 medium) 1 1/4 cups chopped celery (3 ribs) 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves) 8 cups homemade turkey stock* or store-bought chicken broth 2 tsp each minced thyme, rosemary and sage (or 3/4 tsp dried of each) 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg (optional) 2 cups (5 oz) dry rotini pasta or medium egg noodles Salt and black pepper 3 cups leftover cooked turkey, shredded or chopped into bite size pieces 3/4 cup leftover turkey gravy or 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional) 1 1/4 cups frozen petite corn (I use white) 3 Tbsp chopped parsley (or 1 tbsp dried) Instructions Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Mexican and Southwestern Tagged: cheddar cheese cornstarch half and half 3-Ingredient Queso Cheese Dip Ingredients 1 cup half and half 1 Tbsp Argo Corn Starch 8 oz. medium cheddar cheese, shredded* Instructions In a medium saucepan whisk together half and half and cornstarch until smooth. Bring to a light boil over medium-high heat stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer 30 seconds, stirring constantly, then remove from heat....

Categorized: Breakfast Tagged: brown sugar cinnamon cream cheese flour 45 Minute Cinnamon Rolls {From Scratch} Ingredients 2 1/2 - 3 cups all-purpose flour , plus more for dusting (scoop and level to measure) 6 Tbsp granulated sugar , divided 1 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp + 1/8 tsp salt , divided 8 Tbsp salted butter , melted 3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar 2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg 1 1/4 cups buttermilk* 1 recipe Cream Cheese Glaze , recipe follows Cream Cheese Glaze 3 oz cream cheese , softened 3 Tbsp butter , softened 1 cups powdered sugar 1/4 cup milk 1/4 tsp vanilla extract Instructions Preheat oven to 425 degrees....

Categorized: Asian Main Dish Poultry Tagged: chicken eggs garlic ginger green onions honey panko bread crumbs sesame seeds soy sauce Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Ingredients Chicken 1 1/2 lbs bonless skinless chicken breasts , diced into 1-inch cubes 2 large eggs 1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs Sauce 1/3 cup water , divided 2 1/2 tsp cornstarch 1 1/2 tsp olive oil 1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic 1 tsp finely peeled and minced ginger 1/3 cup honey 3 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees....

Categorized: Beef and Pork Breakfast Main Dish Tagged: avocados bell pepper cheddar cheese cilantro eggs limes milk monterey jack cheese onions salsa tortillas Breakfast Fajitas Ingredients 8 large eggs 1/3 cup milk Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 2 small bell peppers (any color), cored and sliced into strips 1 small yellow onion , halved and sliced into strips 1 cup chopped ham (I used a ham steak) 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese 8 6- inch flour tortillas , warmed 2 medium avocados , chopped or sliced Salsa , lime wedges, fresh cilantro or hot sauce, for serving (optional) Instructions In a mixing bowl whisk together eggs and milk until well blended and season with salt and pepper, set aside....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Seafood Tagged: cilantro coriander cumin garlic honey limes olive oil salmon Broiled Salmon Ingredients 4 (7 oz) skinless salmon fillets 3 Tbsp light olive oil 3 Tbsp lime juice, plus 2 tsp lime zest (from 2 limes) 3 Tbsp honey 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves) 1 1/4 tsp salt, or to taste 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1 Tbsp chopped cilantro (optional) Instructions In a small mixing bowl whisk well together light olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper....

Categorized: Brownies & Bars Desserts Tagged: butter chocolate chips cocoa powder eggs flour granulated sugar vanilla extract Brownie Bites Ingredients 9 Tbsp unsalted butter, cut into 1 Tbsp pieces 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1/4 tsp (heaping) salt 2 large eggs 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2/3 cup (86g) all-purpose flour (spoon and level to measure) 6 Tbsp (36g) Dutch process cocoa powder, plus 2 tsp for dusting pan 1/2 cup (85g) mini semi sweet chocolate chips* Instructions Preheat oven to 325 degrees....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Soups Videos Tagged: bell pepper cabbage carrots celery chicken broth garlic green beans italian seasoning onions parsley tomatoes Cabbage Soup Ingredients 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion (1 medium) 1 1/2 cups diced carrots (about 3) 1 cups diced celery (about 3) 1 Tbsp minced garlic 6 oz. fresh green beans (or frozen), end trimmed, chopped (1 1/2 cups) 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped 1 small (20oz) cabbage, chopped (4 packed cups) 1 (14....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Tagged: cilantro coconut milk coconut water cumin garlic green onions limes olive oil rice shrimp Cilantro Lime Shrimp with Coconut Rice Ingredients 1 1/4 lbs large shrimp, deveined and peeled 2 Tbsp olive oil 1/3 cup sliced then chopped green onions 3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbsp) 1/4 tsp ground cumin Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro 1/2 tsp lime zest 2 cups Coconut Rice* (recipe linked below) Instructions Make the rice: Prepare coconut rice about 25 minutes before preparing shrimp as it takes 20 minutes to cook and 5 minutes resting time until it’s ready....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Main Dish Poultry Tagged: avocados bacon blue cheese chicken eggs lemon lettuce olive oil red onion red wine vinegar tomatoes Cobb Salad Ingredients Vinaigrette Dressing (or useRanch) 2/3 cup olive oil 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp lemon juice 2 tsp dijon mustard 1 tsp honey 1 tsp garlic 1/2 tsp each salt and freshly ground black pepper Salad 8 slices bacon 4 large eggs 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped into bite size pieces 2 1/2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, chopped 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced (1/3 cup) 1 large avocado, diced 3 oz blue cheese crumbled, or 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (we prefer cheddar) Instructions For the bacon: Preheat oven to 400 degrees....