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Seafood

Ahi Poke Bowls

INGREDIENTS: 1/4 c. low-sodium soy sauce 2 tsp. rice vinegar 2 tsp. sesame oil 1 tsp. freshly grated ginger Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes 2 green onions, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish 1 tsp. toasted sesame seeds, plus more for garnish 1 lb. sushi-grade ahi tuna, cut into bite-size pieces FOR SERVING: Cooked […]

Breakfast

the best yummy easy breakfast “‘Granola”

Ingredients: 3 cups rolled oats 1 cup slivered almonds 1 cup cashews 3/4 cup shredded sweet coconut 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1/4 cup vegetable oil 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup raisins Directions: Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine the […]

Dinner & Lunch

Make-Ahead Egg and Cheese Sandwich

Ingredients: 4 large eggs Kosher salt and pepper 1 tbsp. olive oil 2 oz. extra-sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely grated 4 English muffins, toasted 2 c. baby spinach 4 thin slices ham (optional) Directions: In a bowl, beat eggs with 1 Tbsp water and ¼ tsp each salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large non […]

Desserts

Chocolate Chip Cookie Delight

Ingredients: 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided 3 cups cold 2% milk 1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix Optional: Chopped nuts, chocolate […]

Appetizers

Slim Six-Layer Dip

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 2 15-ounce cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed 2 teaspoons chili paste or your favorite hot sauce 1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 2 ripe avocados, preferably Hass Kosher salt 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 5 scallions, […]

Desserts

Grandma’s Butterscotch Pie

“This is one of my favorite holiday pies. Serve with whipped cream. Yum!” Ingredients: 1 cup packed light brown sugar 4 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups milk 2 egg yolks, beaten 1 tablespoon butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked Directions: In top of double boiler, combine brown sugar, […]

Dinner & Lunch, Pasta

Turkey Tetrazzini

INGREDIENTS: Cooking spray 1 lb. spaghetti 6 tbsp. butter, divided 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb. sliced baby bella mushrooms 1/2 c. white wine 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 2 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1 c. heavy cream Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 lb. leftover roast turkey, chopped (about 3 cups) 1 c. […]

Desserts

Frozen Fruit Smoothies

Ingredients: 1 frozen banana, peeled and sliced 2 cups frozen strawberries, raspberries, or cherries 1 cup milk 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 2 to 3 tablespoons honey or to taste Directions: Put all the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve. Cooks […]

Desserts

Molten Bananas Foster Cake

Ingredients: Cake: Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan Two 14-ounce boxes banana quick bread mix Filling: 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar 1/3 cup maple syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of kosher salt 1/2 cup dark rum 4 bananas, diced Glaze and Garnish: 1/2 cup […]

Dinner & Lunch

Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 pounds skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 pinch cayenne pepper ½ cup fresh lemon juice ½ cup olive oil 6 cloves garlic, minced 3 russet potatoes, peeled and quartered ⅔ cup chicken broth, plus splash to […]