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Spicy Italian Egg Rolls

Add to ❤ Favorites These Spicy Italian Egg Rolls have all the flavors of your favorite sub sandwich jam packed into an egg roll wrapper, then deep fried until crispy. Serve these bad boys with a side of creamy Italian dressing for dipping and you’ll be in heaven! Ingredients for 12 egg rolls Canola Oil for frying (enough to fill pot at least 2 inches deep) 12 egg roll wrappers 12 slices provolone cheese 12 slices deli ham (thinly sliced) 12 slices spicy pepperoni 12 slices hot capicola (found in the deli) 1 roasted red bell pepper, drained and patted dry, thinly sliced 1 cup sliced banana peppers, drained and patted dry 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 cup creamy Italian dressing, for serving 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  

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  

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  

Roasted Garlic Butter Mushrooms

Add to ❤ Favorites Garlic Butter Mushrooms so easy to make and such an impressive side dish your guests will love for your favorite holiday meal or dinner party. Ingredients for 4 servings 1 pound mushrooms trimmed 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 3 cloves garlic chopped 2 teaspoons fresh thyme chopped 2 tablespoons butter Read the Instructions here  

Scotch Eggs

Add to ❤ Favorites Quail’s eggs coated in savory sausage and transformed into a delicious crispy appetizer. Ingredients for 18 servings 18 quail eggs 1 pound breakfast sausage breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons olive oil Read the Instructions here  

Homemade Tater Tots

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 24 tots 2 tablespoons neutral flavored oil, like grape seed or canola 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into rough 1-inch chunks (about 2 potatoes) 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons finely minced parsley, optional 1 ounce sharp white cheddar cheese, finely grated (about 1/3 cup) Fresh ground black pepper Read the Instructions here  

Greek Style Hasselback Skillet Potatoes

Add to ❤ Favorites Hasselback potatoes are the best of all things potato. You get those crisp outer frilly edges, a creamy almost mashed potato like inside and the bottoms are more like a baked potato in taste and texture. Add some classic Mediterranean seasonings and it’s Greek Style Hasselback Potatoes for dinner, just like that! Ingredients   4 medium Russet potatoes 2 tablespoons ghee 2 tablespoons organic unrefined coconut oil Juice from ½ lemon 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon salt Several sprigs thyme Several grinds black pepper 1/4 cup Kalamata olives 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese + 2 tablespoons more (for finishing the dish) Lemon slices, additional olives, fresh green herbs – all optional garnish Read the Instructions here  

Loaded Cheese Grits

Add to ❤ Favorites These creamy, savory grits are perfect for any breakfast or brunch! Ingredients for 8 servings 6 cups water 1 pint (2 cups) half and half 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more if necessary 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 2 cups quick cooking grits 1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 4 tablespoons salted butter, cubed 1 cup real bacon pieces (you can cook your own or use precooked bacon pieces, just make sure you’re getting real bacon) 1/2 cup green onions, finely chopped, divided (optional) Read the Instructions here  

Honey Roasted Beets

Add to ❤ Favorites It’s just as delicious as an appetizer served alongside some toasted pita chips, or part of a large mezze platter. Ingredients for 4 servings For the Beets and Goat Yogurt Dip: 2 medium or 3 small beets, peeled and sliced thinly into quarters 2 teaspoons/10ml extra virgin olive oil (plus more for serving) 2 teaspoons/10ml honey (plus more for serving) ¼ teaspoon sea salt A few grinds of black pepper 8oz/227g Greek goat yogurt (or drained regular yogurt) 2oz/56g fresh goat cheese Grain-free pita chips for serving For the Dukkah: 2 Tablespoons/14g toasted shelled pistachios 1 Tablespoon/7g sesame seeds 1 teaspoon coriander seeds ½ teaspoon cumin seeds ¼ teaspoon fennel seeds 1/8th teaspoon salt 1/8th teaspoon peppercorns ¼ teaspoon dried mint Read the Instructions here  

Red Pepper Cheddar Green Olive Dip

Add to ❤ Favorites When pantry staples combine to create a scrumptious, cheesy, tangy dip for both crackers and crostini. Ingredients 1-6 oz can Lindsay Naturals Green Olives; drained 5 oz red peppers (7 oz jar; drained) 1 clove garlic 1-8 oz brick of cream cheese; room temp 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 1/4 tsp black pepper 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Read the Instructions here  

Roasted Lemon Parmesan Broccoli

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 2 servings 12 ounces bag of broccoli florets (2-3 cups of raw florets) 1 small lemon, juiced ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese, divided 1 tablespoons olive oil ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste ¼ teaspoon pepper, or to taste Cooking spray Read the Instructions here