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Slow Cooker Persian Lamb and Eggplant Stew

Add to ❤ Favorites Tender lamb in a spiced tomato sauce cooked all day in a slow cooker gets served with rice in the Persian classic. Ingredients for 4 servings 1 pound lean boneless cubed lamb 1 pound peeled diced eggplant 2 cups diced onion 1 tablespoon olive oil salt and black pepper 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon turmeric 5 garlic cloves, minced 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice) Read the Instructions here  

Mini Cheesecakes

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 4 cheesecakes 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers (about 3 sheets) 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 5 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 large egg For the topping: 1/3 cup chocolate chips 1 teaspoon coconut oil strawberries Read the Instructions here  

Homemade Potato Skins

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 10 servings 10 slices cooked bacon, diced 5 large baking potatoes 3 tbsp vegetable oil 2 tbsp unsalted butter (1/4 stick), melted ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp garlic powder ¼ tsp paprika 1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese ⅛ tsp pepper 2 C. shredded Cheddar cheese ⅓ C. sour cream 2 large green onions, diced Read the Instructions here  

Caramelized Banana Oatmeal with Pomegranate and Blueberries

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 2 servings Oatmeal 1 green banana, peeled 1 cup Gluten-Free Rolled Oats 2 cups water, divided 2 cups almond milk, or coconut milk 1 pinch of ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon salt 3-4 tablespoons maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla Caramelized Banana 1 banana, cut in slices 1 teaspoon coconut oil 1 tablespoon maple syrup Toppings 1 teaspoon chia seeds 1/4 cup blueberries 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds Read the Instructions here  

Turkey with Mushrooms & Butternut Squash Skillet

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 4 servings 1 Tbsp avocado, or olive oil 1 lb turkey breast, skinless 1 tsp sea salt, divided 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes (about 10 ounces) 2 Tbsps avocado, or olive oil 8.8 ounces fresh button mushrooms 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Read the Instructions here  

Spiced Buttermilk Banana Pancakes

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 8 pancakes 1 cup (130 grams) all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup (235 ml) buttermilk 1 large egg 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 ripe banana, mashed with a fork Warm maple syrup, sliced bananas, and chopped nuts for serving Read the Instructions here  

Honey-Lime Roasted Sheet Pan Salmon and Vegetables

Add to ❤ Favorites Quick and simple meal with tons of flavor & healthy ingredients! Ingredients for 6 servings For The Honey Soy Lime Glaze: 1/4 cup honey 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/4 cup Tamari sauce (or soy sauce) 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard For The Bok Choy “Marinade”: 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons canola oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt & pepper zest from one lime For The Sheet Pan Dinner: 12-14 baby bok choy 1 red bell pepper 1 yellow bell pepper 2 pound side of salmon (or salmon filets) 1/2 teaspoon Fresh cracked pepper 3 green onions, sliced on the diagonal toasted sesame seeds lime wedges Read the Instructions here  

Honey Ginger Teriyaki Chicken

Add to ❤ Favorites This teriyaki chicken recipe can easily be made on a busy night and comes together in about 30 minutes. With extra flavor from fresh orange, ginger, and sweet honey, this has become one of our favorite go-to dinners. Ingredients for 4 servings 1/4 cup (60 ml) low-sodium soy sauce 1/3 cup (80 ml) freshly squeezed orange juice (about 3 small oranges) 3 tablespoons pure honey 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger 2 tablespoons mirin (see note) 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1 3/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 tablespoon neutral flavored oil, such as grape seed or canola 2 teaspoons orange zest, optional Read the Instructions here  

Turkish Vegan Lentil Meatballs

Add to ❤ Favorites Vegan meatballs with bulgur, red lentils, herbs and spices. Perfect for your next party. Ingredients for 8-10 meatballs 1 cup red lentils 4 cups water 1 and ½ cup fine bulgur ½ cup olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon chili powder 2 teaspoons salt ¼ cup parsley, chopped ¼ cup chopped green onions 2 tablespoons lemon juice Read the Instructions here  

Spicy Pineapple Beef

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 2 servings 1 lb. top sirloin, brought to room temperature and sliced thin 1 cup AP flour 2 tbsp seasoned salt 1 tbsp pepper 2 eggs, whisked 3 cups peanut oil 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced 3/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup hoisin sauce 2 tbsp Sriracha, more or less depending on your taste 1 tsp ginger 1 tsp sesame oil 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup chicken stock 1 lb. vermicelli, cooked 1/3 cup carrots, cut into matchsticks Additional pineapple, diced Read the Instructions here  

Creamy Black Bean Taquitos

Add to ❤ Favorites These cute and crispy little Creamy Black Bean Taquitos are really easy, fun to eat, and are totally Super Bowl worthy. Plus, they make a pretty impressive presentation, especially when provided with multiple sauces for dipping. Ingredients for 15 taquitos 4oz. cream cheese (room temperature) 15oz. can black beans 4oz. can diced green chiles 2 green onions 2-3 dashes hot sauce (optional) ⅛ tsp garlic powder ⅛ tsp salt (or to taste) 15 6-inch corn tortillas 3 Tbsp cooking oil, divided, for frying Read the Instructions here  

Brandied Chocolate Truffles

Add to ❤ Favorites Delicious no bake chocolate truffles with a hint of brandy, rolled in toasted coconut, Cocoa powder and toasted pecans Ingredients for 20 truffles 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate 1/4 cup brandy 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 tbsp light corn syrup 3 tbsp unsalted butter 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut toasted 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup chopped pecans toasted Read the Instructions here