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30 Minute Soft Pretzels

30 Minute Soft Pretzels

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The result was respectable

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (warm, NOT HOT, if you can't keep your finger in the water for a few seconds it's too hot)
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 and 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 4 – 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg beaten with 1 Tablespoon water
  • coarse salt for sprinkling (a cinnamon-sugar sprinkle also works well for a sweet
4.5/5 (32 Votes)

HOME MADE CHEEZ ITS

HOME MADE CHEEZ ITS

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1. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the cheddar, butter, and salt until soft and...

  • 8 oz extra-sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely shredded
  • 1/2 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 t kosher salt
  • 1 c flour
  • 2 T ice water
4.4/5 (15 Votes)

French Silk Pie

French Silk Pie

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Bittersweet chocolate and Dutch-process cocoa meld with a shot of fresh brewed coffee to give an ultra-rich flavor ...

  • 30 chocolate wafers, (see Tip)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pitted dates
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon brewed coffee
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup low-fat milk
  • 8 tablespoons packed light brown sugar, divided
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-process
  • 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons dried egg whites, reconstituted according to package directions
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
4.2/5 (5 Votes)

Sweet Potato Enchiladas

Sweet Potato Enchiladas

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Vary the recipe sometimes by adding a dab of cream cheese down the middle of the corn tortilla before spooning in t...

  • 1 cup light vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot starch, dissolved in a little cold water
  • 1 generous cup roasted green chilies- hot or mild, chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin or chili powder, hot or mild, to taste
  • 1 15-ounce can organic black beans, rinsed, drained
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 big juicy lime, fresh lime juice
  • 2 heaping cups cooked sweet potatoes, smashed a bit, but still chunky (I cube mine, then soften just a little)
  • 1/2 cup roasted green chilies, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, or curry, mild or spicy, as you prefer
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2-4 tablespoons light olive oil or vegetable oil, as needed
  • 8 white corn tortillas, I used Mission gluten-free tortillas
  • Monterey Jack cheese, or vegan cheese, shredded, if desired
  • sea salt and black pepper, to taste
4.6/5 (19 Votes)

Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

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The classic pairing of mild split peas and rich ham come together in a delicious slow-cooker version

  • 7 cups water
  • 1 package dried split peas (2 1/4 cups), sorted and rinsed (16 ounces)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 1/2 cups)
  • 2 medium stalks celery, finely chopped (1 cup)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
  • 1 ham bone, 2 pounds ham shanks or 2 pounds smoked pork hocks
4.6/5 (30 Votes)

Spicy Oven Fries

Spicy Oven Fries

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Preheat oven to 425 F (220C)

  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp (37 mL) organic ketchup
  • 4 tsp (20 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp (10 mL) Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp (10 mL) apple-cider vinegar
  • 3/4 tsp (4 mL) paprika
4.5/5 (46 Votes)

Healthy Crunchy Onion Rings

Healthy Crunchy Onion Rings

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12-24 hours ahead of time, slice onions into 1/2-inch thick rings

  • 2 large vidalia onions
  • 1 quart of buttermilk
  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 cup medium ground cornmeal
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
4.5/5 (46 Votes)

Mexican Stuffed Yams with Avocado

Mexican Stuffed Yams with Avocado

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This dinner is simple and deceptively filling

  • 4 large yams
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 orange bell pepper, finely diced
  • 2 ripe avocados, mashed
  • 4 Tbsp (60 mL) essential oil blend or flaxseed oil
  • 4 Tbsp (60 mL) cilantro, chopped
  • 4 Tbsp (60 mL) green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 to 4 Tbsp (30 to 60 mL) lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Natural or soy cheese (optional)
4.4/5 (29 Votes)

Curried Quinoa With Cauliflower

Curried Quinoa With Cauliflower

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Quinoa with cauliflower, peas, carrots, ginger, and curry makes a delicious meatless meal

  • 2 Tbsp Canola or Olive Oil
  • 1 Medium Onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp Minced Fresh Ginger
  • 1 Carrot, cut into 1/2" half-moons
  • 1 Small Head Cauliflower, broken into small florets
  • 1/4 tsp Salt, or more to taste
  • 5 tsp Curry Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas
  • 1 cup Quinoa, preferably no-rinse variety
  • Plain Yogurt & Toasted Slivered Almonds, for garnish
4.6/5 (26 Votes)

Hearty Kale Salad

Hearty Kale Salad

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A riff on the classic warm spinach-and-bacon salad, this recipe features thin ribbons of kale instead

  • 6 cups kale, very thinly sliced; about 1/2 large bunch; tough stems removed
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, coarsely chopped
  • 2 slices center-cut bacon
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups button mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
4.4/5 (9 Votes)