Ingredients Potatoes: 2-3 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced into bite-sized cubes Sausage: 12 oz Andouille sausage, sliced (you can substitute with smoked sausage, kielbasa, or even chorizo) Veggies: 1/2 green bell pepper, diced; 1/2 red bell pepper, diced; 1/2 medium onion, diced Spices: 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or make your own – see […]
California Crab and Quinoa Salad Recipe
Ingredients Salad 1 cup quinoa 1 ¾ cups water or vegetable broth 1 pound cooked crab meat (fresh or canned, lump is best) 1 ripe avocado, diced 1 mango, diced ½ cup chopped green onions ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Dressing ¼ cup extra virgin olive […]
Caprese Lasagna with Spicy Turkey Sausage Recipe
Yields: 8-10 servings Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Ingredients Lasagna 12 lasagna noodles (oven-ready or traditional) Spicy Sausage and Sauce 1 lb spicy Italian turkey sausage, casings removed 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon […]
Canyon Creek Burger Recipe
Ingredients Burger 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or 90/10 for juiciness) Salt and black pepper, to taste Toppings 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil 2 fresh jalapeños, sliced 1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crispy 4 eggs 2-3 tablespoons blackberry jam or grape jelly 4 hamburger buns Equipment Large skillet […]
California Turkey and Bacon Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Ingredients For the Basil Mayo 1/2 cup mayonnaise (try olive oil-based for a healthier option) 6 large fresh basil leaves, torn 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 garlic clove, minced Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste For the Wraps 1 head of sturdy lettuce (butter lettuce, romaine, or iceberg) 8 slices deli turkey (oven-roasted […]
Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe
Ingredients Pasta: 12 ounces short pasta (rotini, penne, farfalle, or orecchiette work great) Tomatoes: 2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes, halved or quartered Mozzarella: 16 ounces fresh mozzarella (pearls, ciliegine, or a ball cut into bite-sized pieces) Basil: 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced Dressing 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic […]
Caprese Pesto Potato Skins Recipe
Yields: About 12 skins Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 50-60 minutes Ingredients Potatoes: 6 medium russet potatoes (or a similar baking variety) Olive oil: 2 tablespoons, plus more for drizzling Salt and black pepper: To taste Pesto: 1/2 cup prepared pesto (store-bought or homemade – see note below) Mozzarella: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, […]
Cashew Chicken Mango Salad Recipe
Ingredients For the Salad 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and black pepper to taste 1 large ripe mango, diced 1 cup cucumber, diced 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup roasted and salted cashews 4 cups mixed greens For the […]
Puff Pastry Wrapped Brie And Pumpkin Butter Recipe
Ingredients 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed according to package directions 1 (8-ounce) wheel of brie cheese 1/2 cup pumpkin butter (store-bought or homemade) 1 large egg, beaten Optional 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1 tablespoon maple syrup Kitchen twine for a pumpkin shape Equipment Baking sheet Parchment paper Pastry brush […]
20 Minute Gluten Free Recipes
1. Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles (‘Zoodles’) Ingredients 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced ¼ cup dry white wine ¼ cup lemon juice 2 tablespoons butter ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and black pepper to taste 2-3 medium zucchini, […]