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Categorized: Drinks Healthy Tagged: apples celery cucumber ginger kale lemons limes spinach Green Juice Ingredients 3 celery ribs, halved 1/2 medium cucumber or 6 oz. broccoli stalks (not florets) 2 large kale leaves, or 5 oz. baby spinach, or half head romaine lettuce 1 medium sweet apple (such as gala or honeycrisp) cut into chunks, or 6 oz green grapes 3/4-inch knob ginger or 1 small bunch mint 1/2 large lime or 1/2 small lemon, cut peel and white pith off* Instructions Add prepared ingredients in batches to an electric juicer and process according to juicer manufactures directions....

Categorized: Breakfast Drinks Tagged: coffee half and half sugar vanilla extract Iced Coffee Ingredients 4 cups prepared strong coffee chilled, or cold brew diluted with water to taste 1/4 cup sugar,** or to taste 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup half and half,*** divided Plenty of ice Instructions Stir sugar and vanilla in with the coffee until sugar is dissolved. When ready to serve fill four cups with plenty of ice....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Poultry Tagged: cayenne pepper chicken cilantro garlic ginger honey limes olive oil soy sauce Honey Lime Chicken Skewers Ingredients 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 2 tsp fresh lime zest 1/4 cup honey 2 Tbsp soy sauce 2 Tbsp olive oil, plus more for brushing grill 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves) 1 Tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger 2 Tbsp minced fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish 3/4 tsp salt 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, or more to taste 1 3/4 lbs....

One Pan Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Quinoa Jump to Recipe Pin Share Comments Email Save Saved One Pan Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Quinoa features tender chicken, melty cheese, bright broccoli, and nutty quinoa—all in one easy pot for a lightning-fast weeknight dinner that checks all of your boxes. It’s protein-rich, full of healthy grains and veggies, and totally satisfying to the entire family. Keep these ingredients on hand and save this recipe for those nights where you don’t know what to make for dinner!...

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: chocolate chips cranberries orange extract oranges Orange Cranberry Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp cornstarch 3/4 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup salted butter , softened 1 cup packed light-brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 tsp orange zest 1 large egg 1 large egg yolk 1 tsp orange extract* 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup dried cranberries , roughly chopped Instructions Preheat oven to 375 degrees....

Categorized: Breakfast Main Dish Tagged: butter eggs flour milk sugar vanilla extract vinegar Pancake Recipe Ingredients 1 1/3 cups (189g) unbleached all-purpose flour, scoop and level to measure* 2 Tbsp (25g) granulated sugar or brown sugar (crumbled with fingertips) 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/3 cups whole milk 3 Tbsp butter, melted (unsalted or salted is fine) 1 large egg 2 tsp vinegar or lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Instructions In a large mixing bowl whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt for 20 seconds....

Categorized: Desserts Fall Faves Halloween Thanksgiving Treats and Snacks Tagged: butter cereal marshmallows pretzels Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats Ingredients 6 cups rice krispies cereal 3 Tbsp salted butter 1 (10 oz) pkg. mini marshmallows Orange gel food coloring 3 pretzel rods, end portions broken off into 2-inch pieces (so you’ll have 6 pieces) 6 mini green airheads or green fondant* Non-stick cooking spray Instructions Measure out rice krispies cereal and pour into a bowl....

Categorized: Desserts Drinks Fall Faves Tagged: brown sugar coffee heavy cream milk pumpkin pie spice vanilla extract Pumpkin Spice Latte Ingredients Whipped topping 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 Tbsp granulated sugar Latte 2 cups 2% milk 6 Tbsp canned pumpkin puree 3 Tbsp brown sugar, or to taste 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice, plus more for garnish 1 tsp vanilla extract 3/4 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso (can use 1/4 cup more for stronger flavor) Orange gel food coloring or natural food coloring (optional) Instructions For the whipped topping: In a medium mixing bowl using an electric hand mixer whip together heavy cream with sugar on high speed until stiff peaks form....

Categorized: Main Dish Mexican and Southwestern Videos Tagged: bell pepper cheddar cheese chili powder cumin garlic monterey jack cheese red onion tortillas Quesadillas Ingredients 1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1/2-inch cubes 2 tsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 tsp olive oil, divided 2 cups chopped bell pepper (about 2, I use red and green) 2/3 cup chopped red onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice 6 (10-inch burrito size) flour tortillas 3 Tbsp butter, melted 6 oz....

Categorized: Asian Healthy Main Dish Poultry Tagged: bell pepper chicken green onions hoisin sauce lettuce onions rice rice vinegar sesame oil soy sauce water chestnuts Slow Cooker Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps Ingredients 2 lbs ground chicken (not ground chicken breast) 3 cloves garlic , minced 1 red bell pepper , cored and finely chopped 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion 1/2 cup hoisin sauce 2 Tbsp soy sauce Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 (8 oz) can sliced water chestnuts, drained and rinsed 1 1/2 cups cooked white or brown rice 3 green onions , sliced 1 Tbsp rice vinegar and 1 1/2 tsp sesame oil (optional) 2 heads iceberg lettuce Instructions Place ground chicken and garlic in a large microwave safe bowl....

Categorized: Cookies Desserts Fall Faves Tagged: butter cinnamon cornstarch flour half and half maple extract powdered sugar sour cream sugar vanilla extract Maple Cinnamon Sugar Cookies Ingredients 2 1/3 cups (330g) all-purpose flour* 2 Tbsp (19g) cornstarch 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup (112g) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 large egg 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream (full fat) 3/4 tsp maple extract 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Maple Cinnamon Frosting 1/2 cup butter, softened (I recommend using 1/4 cup salted 1/4 cup unsalted here) 2 1/2 cups (320g) powdered sugar 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 3 Tbsp half and half 1 1/4 tsp maple extract Instructions In a large mixing bowl whisk together flour, cornstarch, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt for 20 seconds, set aside....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Mexican and Southwestern Poultry Tagged: black beans cheddar cheese chili powder cilantro corn cumin garlic ground turkey onions rice tomatoes Stuffed Poblano Peppers Ingredients 6 large (about 1 3/4 lbs) poblano peppers, halved lengthwise, seeds and ribs removed 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 small) 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves) 1 lb. lean ground turkey 1 cup corn, fresh or frozen 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, well drained in a sieve 1/2 cup tomato sauce 1 cup (slightly packed) cooked white rice 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 Tbsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided 1/4 cup chopped cilantro Salt and black pepper Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Cookies Desserts Mexican and Southwestern Tagged: chocolate coconut dulce de leche lemon pecans sprinkles Alfajores Ingredients 1 1/8 cups (162g) cornstarch* 1 cup (128g) all-purpose flour* 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 10 Tbsp (141g) butter , softened 2/3 cup (134g) granulated sugar 3 large egg yolks 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup Dulce de Leche, canned or homemade Finely shredded coconut (optional) Instructions In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt, set aside....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Fall Faves Main Dish Tagged: balsamic vinegar brown sugar butter cranberries honey lettuce mustard olive oil parmesan pears spinach walnuts Autumn Pear Salad Ingredients Balsamic Vinaigrette 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp honey 1 tsp dijon mustard 1 1/2 Tbsp finely diced shallot Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salad 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 Tbsp salted butter 1 Tbsp packed light-brown sugar 7 oz Spring Salad & Spinach blend 2 oz parmesan cheese, shaved 2 Pears, sliced thin (Bartlett or Anjou are great) 1/3 cup dried sweetened cranberries Instructions To a blender add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, diced shallot and season with salt and pepper to taste (I used a 1/4 +1/8 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper)....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Healthy Tagged: apple cider vinegar apples broccoli carrots cranberries greek yogurt honey mayonnaise raisins red onion walnuts Broccoli Apple Salad Ingredients 4 cups small diced broccoli florets 2 small gala apples , cored and diced 1 cup walnuts 1 cup matchstick carrots , roughly chopped 1/2 cup golden raisins or dried cranberries 1/4 cup chopped red onion Dressing 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt 1/3 cup Hellman’s or Best Foods Mayonnaise (full fat) 1 1/2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 3 Tbsp honey Salt Instructions For the dressing: In a medium mixing bowl whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, honey and season with salt to taste (about 1/4 tsp)....

Categorized: Breakfast Healthy Ice Cream & Chilled Desserts Tagged: almond milk chia seeds coconut extract coconut milk maple syrup Chia Seed Pudding Ingredients 2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/3 cup canned coconut milk,* well stirred 3.5 Tbsp chia seeds 2 - 3 tsp real maple syrup 1/4 tsp coconut extract** 1 pinch salt Topping Ideas*** Fresh chopped fruit (berries, mangoes, peaches, bananas, etc) Shredded coconut Yogurt Granola Chopped nuts or runny nut butter Instructions In a medium bowl whisk together almond milk, coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, coconut extract and salt....

Categorized: Main Dish Poultry Tagged: carrots celery chicken cream onions parmesan peas Chicken Pot Pie Crumble Ingredients 20 oz boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 large) 1 (14.5 oz) can low-sodium chicken broth 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 cup peeled and diced carrots (about 2 large carrots) 3/4 cup diced celery (about 2 large stalks) 3/4 cup finely diced yellow onion (about 1/2 medium onion) 2/3 cup frozen peas 3 Tbsp butter 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup milk 1 tsp lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp dried parsley 1/4 tsp dried thyme or rosemary For the crumble: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder (use 1/2 tsp for a slightly stronger garlic flavor) 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) 1/4 cup butter , cold and diced into small cubes 2 oz ....

Categorized: Christmas Desserts Treats and Snacks Tagged: brown sugar butter chocolate chips pecans saltines sprinkles vanilla extract Christmas Crack Ingredients 35 saltine crackers 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups (12 oz) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips 3/4 cup chopped pecans or a few TBSP sprinkles (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a rimmed 15 by 10-inch jelly roll sheet* (this size HERE - affiliate link) with aluminum foil....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Sides & Sauces Tagged: bacon cayenne pepper chives dijon mustard eggs mayonnaise paprika white wine vinegar Deviled Eggs Ingredients 7 large eggs, steamed or hard boiled (see notes) 3 1/2 Tbsp mayonnaise 1 tsp (heaping) dijon mustard (or more to taste) 1 tsp white wine vinegar 3 tsp minced fresh chives, divided (or 1 1/2 tsp dried) 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (or to taste) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 slices bacon, cooked and chopped small (optional) Paprika, for garnish Instructions Peel eggs, then slice into halves....

Categorized: Breakfast Christmas Fall Faves Thanksgiving Tagged: bread eggnog eggs nutmeg rum extract Eggnog French Toast Ingredients 1 1/2 cups eggnog 5 large eggs 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp rum extract 12 slices Texas toast (or other white bread like challah or french bread) Instructions Preheat an electric griddle to 350 degrees. In a mixing bowl whisk together eggnog, eggs, nutmeg and rum extract until very well blended. Pour mixture into a 11 by 7-inch baking dish (or other similar sized shallow baking dish) and dip bread 2 slices as a time into mixture, then rotate and coat opposite side (I also like to gently squeeze to soak to the center, then lift and gently squeeze again to remove excess)....