Ingredients Aromatics 4 tablespoons butter 1 medium onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced Seasonings 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a bit of heat) The Main Event 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets 4 cups […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15-20 minutes Ingredients 1 pound (16 ounces) orzo pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 cups chopped broccoli florets (fresh or frozen) 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup whole […]

Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-35 minutes Ingredients 1 (12-16 ounce) package shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi 4 strips thick-cut bacon, diced 1 medium sweet onion, sliced 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt (or regular salt plus a pinch of your favorite herbs) 1/4 […]

Ingredients Cheesecake Filling 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Strawberries 1 pound large, fresh strawberries, washed and dried Topping 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs Equipment Medium mixing bowl Electric hand mixer or whisk Piping bag or small zip-top bag Paring knife Instructions 1. Prep the strawberries Carefully cut […]

Ingredients Cheddar Brat Meatballs 1 lb ground pork 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/2 cup bread crumbs (gluten-free if needed) 2 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes 3/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander 3/4 teaspoon ground sage 3/4 teaspoon dry mustard Dipping Sauces 1. Stadium Dipping Sauce 1/4 cup ketchup 1/4 cup […]

Yields: 6-8 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Ingredients 1 large spaghetti squash (about 3 lbs) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 8 slices bacon, diced 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 5 […]

Ingredients For the chicken patties 1 lb ground chicken 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons Caesar dressing 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper For the burgers 4 hamburger buns (brioche buns are a great choice) Romaine lettuce […]

Yields: 4 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients For the chicken patties 1 pound ground chicken 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 egg, lightly beaten For the fajita vegetables 1 tablespoon […]

Ingredients Chicken 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch bite-sized cubes) 1 cup dill pickle juice 1/2 cup milk 1 large egg Breading 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons powdered sugar 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) Frying Peanut oil (or vegetable or […]

Ingredients For the burgers 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for the best flavor) 2 oz finely chopped prosciutto 1/3 cup well-drained Chicago-Style Giardiniera 3/4 tablespoon Italian seasoning (see recipe below) 4 slices provolone cheese 4 hamburger buns (gluten-free if needed) For the Italian seasoning 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt 3/4 teaspoon onion […]