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Italian Stuffed Portobellos
By charlotteh371
Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- 12 large portobello mushrooms
- ½ cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked wild rice blend
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen riced broccoli, thawed
- ½ cup marinated sun dried tomatoes, finely chopped
- ½ cup raisins
- 1 (12-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 (4-ounce) package cream cheese
- ½ cup toasted pine nuts
- ½ cup julienned fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup grated Asiago cheese
- 1 (6-ounce) container feta cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Yogurt Paprika Chicken with Lemon
By charlotteh371
In a large mixing bowl, combine yogurt, ginger, paprika, cumin, garlic, lemon juice and salt
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks
- 2 lemons, halved
- Chopped fresh cilantrio, for garnish
Easy Energy Bars
By charlotteh371
Melt marshmallows, peanut butter, honey, margarine and cocoa together; stirring until marshmallows are melted
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 tablespoons cocoa
- 3 tablespoons margarine
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili
By charlotteh371
Instructions Place the pork loin in a 6 or 8 quart slow cooker
- 1 1/3 lbs pork loin
- 1 yellow onion peeled and finely chopped
- 1 15 oz can petit cut diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp liquid smoke
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ancho chili powder
- 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic salt
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand
- 12 oz beer
- 1 15 oz can white cannellini beans drained
- 1 15 oz can white corn drained
- Fritos and shredded cheddar cheese for serving
Chicken Mozzarella Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes
By charlotteh371
Note: if using sun-dried tomatoes in oil (in a jar), make sure to drain sun-dried tomatoes from oil, before using t...
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small jar (3-4 oz) sun-dried tomatoes in oil, or use 3-4 oz fat-free sun dried tomatoes
- 1 lb chicken breast tenders
- salt
- paprika (just a little bit)
- 1 cup half and half
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 8 oz penne pasta (for gluten free, use Tinkyada gluten free brown rice pasta)
- 1 tablespoon basil (if using dry basil), if using fresh basil you can add more
- 1/2 cup reserved cooked pasta water (or more)
- red pepper flakes, to taste
- salt, to taste
Healthy Baked Chicken Nuggets
By charlotteh371
Preheat oven to 425°. Spray a baking sheet with olive oil spray
- 16 oz (2 large) skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into even bit sized pieces
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 6 tbsp whole wheat Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp panko
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
- olive oil spray (I used my Misto)
Blue Cheese-Bacon Dip
By charlotteh371
This warm blue cheese dip is one of our top-rated appetizer recipes and ideal for entertaining
- 7 bacon slices, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup half-and-half
- 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted
- Grape clusters
- Flatbread or assorted crackers
Tuscan Farro Soup
By charlotteh371
Put oil in a large, deep saucepan over medium heat; a minute later add onion, celery, carrots, a large pinch of sal...
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, trimmed and chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup farro, spelt or barley
- 1 cup dried white beans, soaked for several hours or overnight
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes (canned are fine; do not drain)
- 6 cups stock or water, more as necessary
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, optional
- Freshly grated Parmesan
BAKED GARLIC PARMESAN PUFFS
By charlotteh371
Preheat you oven to 400°F (200°C)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (fresh or dried)
- 1 teaspoon italian herb blend (dried thyme, oregano, rosemary)
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
- 1 to 2 sheets refrigerated puff pastry sheet (recipe here if you want to do it by yourself)
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Risotto with Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, and Basil
By charlotteh371
Place vinegar in a small, heavy saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 4 1/2 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil, divided
- 2 cups chopped leek
- 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice or other medium-grain rice
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 5 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, finely diced