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SLOW COOKER QUINOA ENCHILADA CASSEROLE

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SKINNY, lightened up and healthy enchilada bake!!!! Made right in the crockpot!!! So cheesy and yet guilt-free!!! INGREDIENTS 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 1/4 cups chicken broth 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed 1 10-ounce can enchilada sauce 1 4.5-ounce can chopped green chilies 1/2 cup corn kernels, frozen, canned or roasted 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and diced 1 Roma tomato, diced INSTRUCTIONS Place chicken into a 6-qt slow cooker. Stir in chicken broth, quinoa, enchilada sauce, green chiles, corn, black beans, cilantro, cumin and chili powder; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours, or until liquid is reduced. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred, using two forks. Stir...
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ANTI INFLAMMATORY TURMERIC CHICKEN SOUP

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Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 1 large leek, white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced 3 large carrots, thinly sliced 3 stalks celery, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning 6 cups chicken broth 1 13.5 ounce can coconut milk 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts 1 10 ounce bag frozen peas (optional) 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Directions: Heat  olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onions, leeks,  carrots, celery, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt; sauté for 14-16 minutes  until leeks are soft. Add garlic, turmeric, and poultry seasoning; continue sautéing for 2-3 minutes. Add  chicken broth, coconut milk, and raw chicken. Ensure chicken is  submerged, partially cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken  is cooked. Remove chicken, shred it, then return to pot with...
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Peppercorn Steak with Creamy Sauce

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Ingredients: For the Steak: 4 beef steaks (ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon) 1 tablespoon crushed black peppercorns Salt to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons butter For the Creamy Sauce: 1 tablespoon crushed black peppercorns (adjust to taste) 1 tablespoon butter 1 small shallot, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup beef broth 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup sour cream or crème fraîche (optional) Salt to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Directions: Prepare the Steaks: Season the steaks with salt and crushed black peppercorns on both sides, pressing the peppercorns into the meat. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steaks and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or cook to your desired doneness. Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest under foil while you make the sauce. Make the Creamy Peppercorn Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and garlic, s...
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Crispy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps with Melty Mozzarella and Cheddar

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Ingredients: For the Chicken: 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper For the Wraps: 4 large flour tortillas 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional) Directions: Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chicken pieces, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat. Prepare the Wraps: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Spread a thin layer of the mayonnaise mixture over each tortilla. Sprinkle a quarter of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over each tortilla. Assemble the Wraps: Evenly distribute the...
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Easy Cream Cheese Chicken

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This easy cream cheese chicken is a 30-minute meal made with pantry staples! Transform a block of cream cheese into the best creamy garlic herb sauce. Ingredients  ▢8 ounces cream cheese (a block of Philly) softened ▢2 large chicken breasts ▢1/2 teaspoon garlic powder ▢Salt & pepper to taste ▢1 tablespoon butter ▢1 tablespoon olive oil ▢1/2 medium onion chopped ▢3 cloves garlic minced ▢3/4 cup chicken broth ▢1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning ▢1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ▢Fresh chopped parsley optional, to taste Instructions  Microwave the cream cheese until very soft. Cut it into smaller pieces and set aside until needed. Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you have 4 thinner pieces. Season them with the garlic powder and some salt & pepper. Melt the butter and oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the chicken and cook for about 5-6 minutes/side or until golden and cooked through (165F). Transfer the chicken to a plate. R...
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Garlic Parmesan Chicken

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This Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe has a mouth-watering sauce with plenty of garlic, freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, a white wine reduction, and the best seasonings. You won’t be able to stop eating it! Ingredients Sauce 1 ¾ cups chicken broth ¼ cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon mustard powder 1 teaspoon honey ½ chicken bouillon cube ½ teaspoon EACH: onion powder, oregano, basil, parsley Chicken/Other 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts Salt/Pepper 2 teaspoons parsley 1-2 tablespoons olive oil ¾ cup dry white wine see notes 4 cloves garlic minced 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons flour ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Instructions Combine the sauce ingredients in a large measuring cup with a spout and set aside. Measure out remaining ingredients before beginning. Slice the chicken in half lengthwise to create 2-3 thinner slices. Cover with saran wrap and use the textured side of a meat mallet to pound it to ½ in...
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Steelhead Trout Recipe with Lemon Caper Sauce

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This delicious Steelhead Trout with Lemon Caper Sauce is a healthy and low-carb dinner rich in lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Because everything (the fish and the sauce) is cooked on the stove-top in the same skillet, this easy one-pan recipe requires minimal cleanup! Ingredients Steelhead Trout Ingredients: 1.5 lb steelhead trout (3 fish fillets) 1 tablespoon Italian herb seasoning (dried thyme, oregano, parsley, combined) salt to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil Lemon Caper Sauce Ingredients: 2 tablespoons capers (drained) 4 cloves garlic (minced) 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed) 2 tablespoons butter (softened) Instructions How to cook trout Season the tops of steelhead trout fillets with Italian herb seasoning and salt (generously). Fish fillets will have skins on the bottom. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil on medium heat until hot but not smoking. (Note: 1 tablespoon of olive oil is enough as fish will release lots of its own oil - steelhead tro...
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Mexican Street Corn Black Bean Chicken Bake

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This recipe is inspired by classic Mexican street food, Elote (or Mexican corn on the cob).  Chicken breasts are topped with Chili powder, corn kernels, black beans, and Cotija cheese. Amazing, delicious, gluten free Mexican Street Corn Black Bean Chicken Bake. Ingredients 4 chicken breasts thinly sliced, skinless boneless salt 1 tablespoon chili powder 8 oz corn drained (half of 15 oz can) 15 oz black beans from the can (washed and drained 1 tablespoon chili powder 4 oz cotija cheese crumbled (or use Feta cheese) 3 green onions chopped Instructions Preheat oven to 375 F. Add chicken breasts to the medium casserole dish.   Note: Make sure to use thinly sliced chicken breasts. If you bought large chicken breasts, you can slice each large chicken breast in half horizontally to make two thin chicken breasts. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and chili powder.  Top the chicken with corn kernels and black beans.   Sprinkle with more chili powder.  Top with ...
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Cajun Chicken

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Cajun Chicken is a super flavorful dinner made entirely in one pan in just 30 minutes. The recipe features a simple homemade spicy Cajun rub made from scratch (you can also use store-bought). Juicy and moist seared chicken is smothered with delicious garlic butter lemon pan juices to create the easiest weeknight dinner! Ingredients Cajun Seasoning 1 teaspoon smoked paprika ½ teaspoon chili powder ½ teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ½ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper ¼ teaspoon salt How to make Cajun chicken 1.5 lb chicken thighs boneless, skinless salt and black pepper freshly ground to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Garlic Butter Lemon Sauce 4 cloves garlic minced 3 tablespoons white wine 3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed 3 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped Instructions How to make Cajun seasoning Combine ingredients for Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. Or, alternatively, use 1 tablespoon of your favorite Cajun seasoning. My re...
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30-Minute, One-Pan Mexican Ground Beef

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30-Minute, One-Pan Mexican Ground Beef features tomatoes, black beans, corn, mild green chiles, and green onions. It's packed with flavors and seasoned just right with homemade taco seasoning. This family-favorite dinner is high in protein, packed with veggies and fiber, gluten-free, and dairy-free! Use it as taco meat, to stuff the burritos, or add it to casseroles or pasta. Or, simply serve corn tortillas or rice on the side. Ingredients Ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil 16 oz ground beef Homemade taco seasoning 1 teaspoon chili powder ½ teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon salt or more Veggies 15 oz black beans canned, rinsed, drained 15 oz corn kernels cooked, canned, drained 4 oz diced mild chiles canned 8 oz cherry tomatoes sliced 6 green onions chopped Instructions In a large, high-sided, heavy-bottomed skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil on medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until completely cooked through. Drain any fat...
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Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan

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Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan is a healthy dinner packed with protein, fiber, and Omega-3's! Made in just 30 minutes, this low-carb, keto, and gluten-free recipe is a perfect addition to your weeknight recipe rotation. Your family will love the flavors, and the cleanup is a breeze! Ingredients 1.5 lb salmon fillet 1 lb broccoli florets (chopped up small) 2 tablespoons olive oil 5 cloves garlic minced ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground peppercorns) 1 cup Parmesan cheese shredded Instructions Preheat oven to 400 F. Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper. Place salmon fillet skin side down in the center of the sheet pan. Brush 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the top of salmon. Toss the broccoli florets with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Arrange them all around the salmon fillet on a sheet pan. Generously prinkle the salmon and the broccoli with salt and pepper (I recommend freshly ground peppercorns). Add minced garlic o...
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Chicken Zucchini Bake with Bacon

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One-pan Chicken Zucchini Bake with Bacon smothered with Mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses!   Your family will love this low carb dinner packed with protein and veggies!   It takes only 30 minutes to make! This quick and easy family-friendly meal is gluten-free.  Everything is baked in a casserole dish! Ingredients 4 chicken breasts thinly sliced 0.5 oz dry Ranch seasoning (½ packet) 1 zucchini thinly sliced 6 strips bacon cooked, drained, chopped ½ cup Mozzarella cheese shredded ½ cup Parmesan cheese shredded Instructions Heat oven to 375 F. Add 4 chicken breasts to casserole dish. Sprinkle the chicken with dry Ranch seasoning mix. Top with sliced zucchini and chopped cooked bacon. Top with shredded Parmesan and Mozzarella cheeses. Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes. Broil for the last 2-3 minutes (optional). Remove from the oven. Allow the chicken rest in the casserole dish.  It will continue cooking as it rests for 5-10 minutes.
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Basil Pesto Tomato Mozzarella Chicken Bake

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Basil Pesto Tomato Mozzarella Chicken Bake - low carb, gluten-free recipe.  Once the chicken is cooked, use the delicious juices from your baked chicken to pour over cooked rice or cooked pasta, such as spaghetti or angel hair pasta, to serve as side dishes with this Mozzarella chicken. Because you bake everything in one pan, the cleanup is minimal. Ingredients 4 chicken breasts , boneless, skinless salt 4 garlic cloves , minced ½ cup basil pesto 2 tomatoes , sliced 8 oz fresh Mozzarella cheese , sliced 2 tablespoons fresh basil Instructions Preheat oven to 400 F. Place chicken breasts in a medium size casserole pan.  Sprinkle the chicken with salt. Top with minced garlic. Spread basil pesto evenly over each chicken breast. Add tomato slices on top. Add thickly sliced fresh Mozzarella cheese on top. Bake at 400 F in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, depending on the thickness of your breasts.  When serving, top each chicken breast with fresh chopped basil, and a fr...
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One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies

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  Delicious Pesto Chicken and Veggies.  Sun-dried tomatoes, asparagus, cherry tomatoes in a delicious basil pesto sauce.  30 minutes from start to finish, everything is cooked in one pan.  Gluten free, healthy, Mediterranean style recipe.  Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound chicken thighs boneless and skinless, sliced into strips ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes drained of oil, chopped 1 pound asparagus ends trimmed, cut in half, if large ¼ cup basil pesto 1 cup cherry tomatoes yellow and red, halved Instructions Heat a large skillet on medium heat, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, add sliced chicken thighs, season chicken generously with salt, add half of chopped sun-dried tomatoes - and cook everything on medium heat for 5-10 minutes, flipping a couple of times, until the chicken is completely cooked through. Remove the chicken and sun-dried from the skillet, leaving oil in. Add asparagus (ends trimmed), seasoned generously with salt, remaining half of sun-drie...
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Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers

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Creamy Cajun Chicken Bake with Bell Peppers and Cream Cheese.  Easy and quick one-pan meal.  Moist and juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with the homemade Cajun spice with lots of paprika!  The baked chicken is tender and flavorful.  Low-carb and gluten-free dinner recipe. Ingredients Cajun Seasoning 1 teaspoon paprika ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper ¼ teaspoon oregano ¼ teaspoon thyme ¼ teaspoon salt Chicken 2 bell peppers , small, thinly sliced (or use mini sweet peppers) 4 chicken breasts , small 4 cloves garlic , minced 6 oz cream cheese , cold, refrigerated, and sliced into 8 slices ½ cup cheddar cheese , shredded Instructions How to make Cajun chicken seasoning Combine all seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Mix to combine. Cajun chicken Preheat oven to 375 F. Place thinly sliced bell peppers on the bottom of the casserole dish. Place chicken breasts on top (so that the peppers will cook underneath the chicken). Generously sprinkle Cajun seasoning all over the ...
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Chicken Cordon Bleu

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This is a baked version of Chicken Cordon Bleu with traditional layers of chicken, ham, Swiss cheese, and creamy mustard. Everything is combined in a casserole dish, and then baked in the oven instead of frying on the stovetop. This easy and impressive 30-minute, one-pan meal is perfect for busy family weeknights and for entertaining! Serve it with a mustard cream sauce. Ingredients 1.5 lb skinless boneless chicken breasts (about 4 chicken breasts - use thinly sliced chicken breasts!) 5 oz ham thinly sliced ⅓ cup Dijon mustard 8 oz cream cheese 8 slices Swiss Cheese salt Instructions Preheat the oven to 375 F. Note: I used thinly sliced chicken breasts. If using regular, thick breasts, you might have to carefully slice them horizontally to turn them into thinly sliced breasts. Add thinly sliced chicken breasts to the high-sided, oven-proof casserole dish. Sprinkle with just a pinch of salt, without adding too much. Top the chicken with thinly sliced ham that you've torn into smal...
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hicken and Corn Pasta Salad with Bacon

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Chicken and Corn Pasta Salad with Bacon is super simple and takes only 30 minutes to make - a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner. This recipe combines chicken and fresh corn on the cob into a delicious main dish. Make this Summer pasta salad year-round for dinner or lunch. Or, share it with family and friends at Summer gatherings, potlucks, picnics, BBQs, and cook-outs. Ingredients Pasta 8 oz orecchiette pasta or other short pasta Chicken 1 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ½ teaspoon chili powder salt and black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Salad dressing ⅓ cup basil pesto store-bought or homemade 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice Salad ingredients 1 cup corn kernels cooked 1 red bell pepper diced 6 strips bacon cooked and sliced fresh basil chopped salt and pepper to taste Instructions Cook pasta Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructio...
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Stone Fruit Salad with Cherries, Peaches, Pasta, Feta, and Arugula

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This Summer Stone Fruit Salad features fresh cherries, peaches, bow-tie pasta, feta cheese, and arugula. The Honey-Lemon Salad Dressing is made from scratch with lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and Italian seasoning. Serve it as a side or main dish for easy Summer weeknight meals. Or, share this quick and easy crowd-pleasing salad at picnics, potlucks, barbecues, and other friends and family gatherings! Ingredients Pasta 8 oz farfalle bow-tie pasta Salad dressing ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons honey 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Salad ingredients 6 oz arugula 6 oz feta cheese crumbled 2 yellow peaches pitted and sliced 2 cups fresh cherries pitted and halved Instructions Cook pasta Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook pasta al dente according to the package instructions. Proceed with the rest of the recipe while the pasta is cooking. When the pasta is done, drain....
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Creamy Chicken Orzo with Mushrooms and Spinach (30-Minutes, ONE-PAN)

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Creamy Chicken Orzo with Mushrooms and Spinach is a 30-minute one-pan well-balanced weeknight meal that has everything: protein, veggies, and pasta! Skinless boneless chicken thighs are pan-seared with paprika and Italian seasoning. It's the perfect comfort food that will surely become one of your family's favorite dinners! My other favorite quick and easy orzo pasta recipes are pesto chicken orzo with tomatoes and reader-favorite Tuscan shrimp orzo. Ingredients Chicken 1.3 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon paprika ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Mushrooms 1 tablespoon olive oil 8 oz baby bella mushrooms or crimini salt and pepper Creamy orzo 1 cup orzo uncooked 2 cups chicken broth or stock 5 cloves garlic minced ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs from Provence ½ teaspoon paprika or more ¼ teaspoon salt or more to taste 5 oz fresh spinach ½ cup heavy cream ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes or more to taste Instr...
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Creamy Italian Gnocchi with Sausage, Mushrooms, and Spinach

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Creamy Italian Gnocchi with Sausage, Mushrooms, and Spinach is a quick and easy 30-minute one-pot meal that will impress your family, friends, and guests! The delicious potato dumplings are smothered in a flavorful homemade cream sauce that features garlic, paprika, red pepper flakes, and juices from hot Italian sausage! Ingredients Mushrooms 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 large portobello mushrooms diced Sausage 1 tablespoon olive oil 19 oz hot Italian sausage links (casings removed - I used 5 sausage links) Gnocchi 16 oz potato gnocchi ½ cup chicken broth 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half 4 cloves garlic minced ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs from Provence ½ teaspoon paprika or more 5 oz fresh spinach salt to taste coarsely ground black pepper to taste red pepper flakes to taste Instructions Cook mushrooms Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, high-sided, heavy-bottomed skillet. Add half of the diced mushrooms (seasoned generously with salt and pepper) and cook them on high hea...
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Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti

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Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti is a quick and easy weeknight dinner made in just 30 minutes on the stovetop! The shrimp is pan-seared with bold spices and then combined with a flavorful and light Mediterranean lemon garlic sauce and veggies. It's a restaurant-quality pasta dish made at home! Ingredients Pasta 10 oz spaghetti Vegetables and other ingredients 10 oz cherry tomatoes red and yellow, sliced in half ⅓ cup black olives sliced ⅓ cup green olives sliced ¼ cup red onion chopped 1 medium cucumber sliced (OPTIONAL) 1 clove garlic pressed or finely grated 4 oz crumbled feta cheese 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice salt and pepper to taste chopped fresh parsley for garnish Shrimp 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes ¼ teaspoon salt to taste 1.5 lb raw shrimp large - about 15-20 count or 20-26 count per pound (peeled...
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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is delicious comfort food that comes together in under 30 minutes! The pasta is mixed with fresh corn, cilantro, bell peppers, lime juice, and Cotija cheese. The best homemade creamy dressing combines savory and tangy flavors of mayo, Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. You can grill the corn or cook it on the stovetop. It's a perfect Summer pasta salad for potlucks, barbecues, picnics, and cookouts! Ingredients Ingredients you need to cook 8 oz fusilli spiral pasta or use rotini, farfalle (bow-tie), penne, or rigatoni 3 ears corn on the cob or use canned corn Other salad ingredients 1 red bell pepper diced ½ cup black beans from the can, drained and rinsed (½ can - 83 grams) ½ cup Cotija cheese grated ½ bunch cilantro chopped Salad dressing ¼ cup mayonnaise ½ cup Greek yogurt 1 small lime freshly squeezed or more to taste 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce 1 teaspoon chili powder or more cayenne pepper to taste (use it sparingly...
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