Ingredients:

• 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken bites and season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden and no longer pink in the middle, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add the butter and mushrooms. Cook until the mushrooms are golden and soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
4. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom. Bring to a simmer and reduce by half, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning, and return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is heated through.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes

Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

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Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup crispy fried onions

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Press the meat mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
4. Spread the mashed potatoes over the meatloaf layer, and then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until meatloaf is cooked through.
6. Sprinkle crispy fried onions on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until onions are golden and crispy.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 55 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Kcal: 650 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

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Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, honey, and Dijon mustard.
3. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the balsamic mixture over them. Make sure each breast is evenly coated.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
5. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Drizzle with the cooking juices before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Kcal: 220 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

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Ingredients:

• 2 lbs fresh spinach, washed and chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
3. Add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted. Remove from heat.
4. In a large bowl, combine heavy cream, sour cream, cheddar cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
5. Fold in the spinach mixture until well combined.
6. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
7. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes

Kcal: 325 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb sliced bacon
• 1 package (about 8 oz) crescent roll dough
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 3/4 cup brown sugar

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lay out the crescent roll dough flat on the parchment, pinching together any seams.
3. Evenly spread half of the maple syrup on the dough, then layer the bacon slices on top.
4. Drizzle the remaining maple syrup over the bacon, then evenly sprinkle the brown sugar on top.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the dough is golden.
6. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing into pieces and serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 8 servings

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Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets, skinless
• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup spinach, sautéed
• 1/4 cup cream cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
3. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on top of each fillet.
4. Sauté spinach with garlic in olive oil until wilted, then mix with cream cheese.
5. Cut the puff pastry sheet in half. Place half of the spinach and cream cheese mixture on each puff pastry piece, then top with a salmon fillet.
6. Fold the pastry over the salmon and seal the edges. Brush with beaten egg.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes

Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 2 servings

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Ingredients:

• 4 large beets, peeled
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 cups button mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
• 1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled (optional)
• 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
• 1 egg, beaten for egg wash

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss beets with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar. Roast for 30-40 minutes or until tender. Let cool.
2. In a skillet, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic, cooking until softened. Stir in thyme and walnuts, cooking for another 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Let the mixture cool.
3. On a floured surface, roll out one sheet of puff pastry. Place half of the mushroom mixture in the center, top with beets, then goat cheese, and finally the rest of the mushroom mixture.
4. Place the second sheet of puff pastry over the top, seal the edges, and trim any excess pastry. Make small slits on the top for steam to escape.
5. Brush with egg wash and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

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Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
• 1/2 cup provolone cheese, diced
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, milk, diced onion, diced bell pepper, chopped mushrooms, diced provolone cheese, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased baking dish.
4. In a small bowl, mix beef broth, ketchup, brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pour this sauce over the meatloaf.
5. Bake for 1 hour, or until cooked through. In the last 10 minutes of baking, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top and return to the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

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_____Ingredients:_____

– 6 medium beets, trimmed and scrubbed

– 2 tablespoons olive oil

– Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

– 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped

– 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese

– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

**For the Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette:**

– 3 tablespoons olive oil

– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

– 1 tablespoon honey

– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

– Salt and pepper, to taste

_____Directions:_____

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Place beets on a large piece of aluminum foil; drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Wrap beets in foil, sealing the edges tightly.

3. Roast in the preheated oven until beets are tender, about 1 hour. Allow to cool, then peel and dice.

4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.

5. Place roasted beets in a serving bowl. Add the walnuts and goat cheese.

6. Drizzle with the honey-Dijon vinaigrette and toss gently to combine. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Kcal: 200 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

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Ingredients:

• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 1/2 cups coconut, shredded
• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 2 cups chocolate chips
• 1 cup caramel bits

Directions:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk and butter. Heat over medium heat until butter is melted, stirring frequently.
2. Remove from heat and add coconut and graham cracker crumbs. Stir until well combined.
3. Let the mixture cool slightly, then form into small balls.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
5. Dip the balls into the melted chocolate to coat, then place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Press a few caramel bits into the top of each ball before the chocolate sets.
7. Refrigerate until chocolate is firm, about 1 hour.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooling Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Kcal: 150 kcal per ball | Servings: 24 balls

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