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Mexican Rice and Black Beans

Add to ❤ Favorites A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in 30 minutes! Ingredients for 4 servings 2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup yellow onion diced1 large poblano pepper diced1 large clove garlic minced1 cup medium grain white rice uncooked2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon sea salt1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper2 tablespoons tomato paste2 cups vegan chicken-style broth15 ounces canned black beans rinsed and drained Read the Instructions here

Asian Style Meatballs

Add to ❤ Favorites I love a well-made meatball, but I’m not of the idea that there is any ‘one’ perfect way to make a meatball, which brings us to today’s Asian-Style Meatballs, which are a delicious new take on a beloved favorite. Ingredients for 4 servings 1 ½ lbs. of ground beef2 tbs. Teriyaki Sauce2 tbs. Soy Sauce2 tsps. Chili Paste1 tbs. Sesame Oil2 slices of sandwich bread – crumbled2 scallions – chopped3 – 4 cloves of garlic – chopped2 eggs1 tbs. sesame seedsVegetable oil – for frying1 lb. of your favorite spaghetti4 – 5 scallions – sliced in half – reserving these for grilling and garnish For the Asian Style Sauce:2 tbs. Soy Sauce2 tbs. Teriyaki Sauce1 tbs. Fish Sauce1 tbs. Chili Paste1 tbs. Sesame Oil3 cloves of chopped garlic½ tsp. sugar½ cup of chopped cashews3 – 4 scallions – chopped Read the Instructions here

SHRIMP TEMPURA

Add to ❤ Favorites Delicious Shrimp Tempura recipe! The secret to making a light, crisp coating that doesn’t absorb oil when fried is in the batter and deep-frying technique. Ingredients for 10 pieces 10 prawn (Typically, Black Tiger Prawn is used for shrimp tempura at home; more expensive Japanese Tiger Prawns are used at tempura specialized restaurants in Japan)potato starch/cornstarch (for dusting)neutral-flavored oil (vegetable, canola, etc) (for deep frying; vegetable oil : sesame oil = 10 : 1)Tempura Batter: (egg + water : flour = 1 : 1 by volume)1 large egg (cold, about 50 g)200 ml iced water1 cup all-purpose flour (plain flour) (120 g) Tempura Sauce: ¾ cup dashi (180 ml; or ¾ cup water + 1 tsp Hondashi)3 Tbsp soy sauce2 Tbsp mirin2 tsp sugar2 inch daikon radish (5 cm; grated and lightly squeeze to drain) Read the Instructions here

Peanut Butter and Maple Blondies

Add to ❤ Favorites Boy oh Boy, is this recipe good! I have definitely been converted to a blondie lover. Two sweets that I can’t resist are; cookies and brownies and now blondies. Ingredients for 16 servings 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted2 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla1 cup maple syrup3/4 cups natural peanut butter1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltMaple Icing:1 tablespoon maple syrup2 tablespoons icing sugar Read the Instructions here

Triple Chip Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie

Add to ❤ Favorites My Giant Triple Chocolate Chip Cookie is the PERFECT giant chocolate chip cookie. Gift it to a friend or enjoy yourself! Ingredients for 2 servings 2 tablespoons salted butter softened2 tablespoons granulated sugar2 tablespoons dark brown sugar packed2 tablespoons beaten egg1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract7 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon kosher salt2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips2 tablespoons toffee bits2 tablespoons butterscotch chips Read the Instructions here

Whole Grain Honey Muffins

Add to ❤ Favorites These Whole Grain Honey Muffins are not only super delicious they are healthy as well! Super easy to make and ready in 30 minutes! Ingredients for 12 servings 1 1/3 Cups Milk1 Egg(s)1/3 Cup Honey3 Tbsp Canola Oil3/4 Cup Cornmeal3/4 Cup Whole Wheat Flour1/2 Cup All Purpose Flour2 Tbsp Wheat Germ2 1/2 Tsp Baking Powder1/2 Tsp Salt Read the Instructions here

EXTREME PEANUT BUTTER CUP COOKIES

Add to ❤ Favorites These giant peanut butter cup cookies are taken to a new level with chunks of mini peanut butter cups, crunchy peanuts and Reese’s Pieces candies! A peanut lover’s dream! Ingredients for 15 servings 1 1/2 cups All Purpose flour1 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp baking powder3/4 tsp salt1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened1/2 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup light brown sugar1 egg1 tsp vanilla1 cup crunchy peanut butter1 cup peanut butter candies1 cup mini peanut butter cups, cut into quarters Read the Instructions here

Marrakesh Carrot Salad

Add to ❤ Favorites A great quick and easy salad loaded with crunchy carrots, chickpeas, and lots of flavor, this Morrocan Carrot Salad is a great option when you are after something a little bit different. Great to bring along to a potluck, to enjoy alongside a nice piece of grilled chicken or fish, or to stuff inside a wrap. Ingredients for 4 servings 4 cups grated carrots see notes1 can garbanzo beans rinsed and drained chickpeas7 medjool dates pitted and chopped1/2 a small red onion minced4 green onions white and light green parts only, finely chopped1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro2 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oilZest of 1 lime and juice of 21/2 tsp ground cumin1/4 tsp ground nutmeg1/4 tsp turmeric1/2 tsp sea salt1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper1/2 cup pumpkin seedsCrumbled feta cheese for garnish optional Read the Instructions here

Whipped Beanless Hummus with Chunky Mediterranean Salad

Add to ❤ Favorites This silky smooth hummus leaves out the legumes but brings all the flavor, brightened with crunchy, fresh Mediterranean salad for the perfect summery meal or produce-forward appetizer. Ingredients for 4-6 servings For the Beanless Hummus: 1 cup / 5 oz / 140 g raw unsalted cashews, I like these3 cloves garlic, unpeeled1/4 cup / 60 ml fresh lemon juice1/2 tsp coarse sea salt1/3 cup / 80 ml high quality tahini, I like this one1/4 cup / 60 ml very cold water1/4 tsp ground cumin For the Chunky Mediterranean Salad: 4 oz / 115 g baby tomatoes, halved4 oz / 115 g chopped cucumber or sliced Persian cucumbers1/4 small red onion, sliced thinlyhandful of olives, halved1 tsp / 5 ml fresh lemon juice1 tsp / 5 ml red wine vinegarsalt and pepper, to taste To garnish: zaatar spice mix, to taste, optionaldrizzle extra virgin olive oilchopped parsley, mint and / or chives Read the Instructions here

Hunan Chicken

Add to ❤ Favorites This spicy, simple, saucy stir fry has to be next on your list for dinner! Enjoy it with your favorite rice or noodles, or all on its own. It’s sure to be a hit at your next takeout fakeout night! Turn the heat up or down as much as you can handle. Ingredients for 4 servings For the stir fry1 lb chicken breast boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces1/3 cup cornstarch1/2 tsp pepper or to taste2 tbsp sesame oil1 medium carrot sliced 1/4″ thin diagonally1 stalk celery sliced into 1/2″ pieces diagonally1 red bell pepper sliced into 1/2″ strips1/2 red onion sliced into 1/4″ thin strips2 cups broccoli florets3-6 dried chilies whole, as per your spice preference1 tbsp garlic minced1 tbsp ginger minced1/4 cup peanuts roughly chopped For the sauce1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium1/2 cup chicken broth low sodium2 tbsp oyster sauce1 tbsp honey1 tbsp rice vinegar1 tbsp cornstarch2 tsp chili garlic sauce aka sambal oelek Read the Instructions here

Perfect Black Bean Burger Recipe

Add to ❤ Favorites These are the best black bean burgers you will ever try! The patties are easy to make, hearty and incredibly flavorful – never bland, dry, crumbly or mushy! These burgers are so insanely delicious even the meat eaters in your family will love them! Ingredients for 8 servings 2 (15 oz.) cans Black Beans – rinsed, drained & patted dry 1 TBS Olive Oil 1 Cup Red Onion – finely diced (about 1/2 large onion) ½ heaping Cup Poblano Pepper – stemmed, seeded & finely diced (about 1 pepper) (SEE NOTE) ½ heaping Cup Red Bell Pepper – stemmed, seeded & finely chopped (½ medium pepper) 2-3 cloves Garlic – peeled & minced 1 1/4 tsp Ground Cumin 3/4 tsp EACH: Smoked Paprika, Chili Powder & Ground Coriander 1/2 Cup Cashews or Walnuts – (3 ounces) (SEE NOTES) 1/2 Cup Panko Breadcrumbs 1/2 Cup Cotija or Feta Cheese – crumbled (3 ounces) 1 Large Egg + 1 Egg White – lightly beaten together 3 TBS Mayonnaise (SEE NOTES) Kosher Salt & Ground Black Pepper Read the Instructions here

Almond Flour Banana Chocolate Muffins

Add to ❤ Favorites Soft and moist, like a good brownie, naturally sweetened with maple syrup and ripe bananas, these almond flour banana chocolate muffins are a healthy gluten free chocolate treat. And they get even better with time! Set a few wrapped muffins aside and try them tomorrow and the day after. I’m positive you’ll agree! Ingredients for 12 servings 2 very ripe peeled bananas 1 cup, about 5 ounces1/3 cup maple syrup (see note)¼ cup avocado or grapeseed oil2 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract7 ounces almond flour (see note)1/3 cup cocoa powder preferably natural, (see note)1 teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon fine sea salt3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup toasted almonds coarsely chopped12 whole almonds12 slices banana optional Read the Instructions here