Yields: 20-24 bites Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 25-30 minutes Ingredients For the Grits Bites 1 cup quick-cooking grits 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth) 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper For the Shrimp 1 pound medium shrimp, […]
Shrimp Caesar Salad in Crispy Parmesan Cups Recipe
Ingredients Crispy Parmesan Cups 1 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese Shrimp 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium to large size) 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper Caesar Salad 2-3 hearts of romaine lettuce, chopped 1/2 cup croutons (homemade or store-bought) 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (homemade or your […]
Shredded Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes (for croutons) Ingredients For the salad 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly shredded 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving 1/2 cup homemade or store-bought croutons (see instructions below) 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper […]
Shortcut Bruschetta Hummus Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 1 (15oz) can of store-bought hummus (plain or roasted garlic flavors work well) 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (Roma tomatoes are ideal for less liquid) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 3/4 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 3/4 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 small clove garlic, minced or grated Salt […]
Skillet Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
Ingredients For the Filling 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground beef (or lamb for a traditional flavor) 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn) 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 ½ cups beef broth 1 teaspoon dried thyme […]
Single Serving Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika) 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat) Instructions 1. Combine the spices: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix […]
Simple Homemade Breakfast Sausage Recipe
Yields: About 12 patties Prep time: 10 minutes (+ optional overnight rest) Cook time: 8-10 minutes Ingredients 1 pound ground pork: Choose a good quality pork with some fat content for the richest flavor. 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup: (Or you can substitute brown sugar) 1 teaspoon dried sage 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon […]
Shrimp Florentine Pasta Recipe
Ingredients Pasta: 12 ounces of your favorite pasta shape (penne, linguine, fettuccine all work well) Shrimp: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons Garlic: 3 cloves, minced Spinach: 5 ounces fresh baby spinach, washed Sun-dried tomatoes: 1/2 cup, chopped (oil-packed or rehydrated) White Wine: 1/2 cup (dry, like Sauvignon Blanc or […]
Skinny Spinach, Artichoke and Mushroom Dip Recipe
Ingredients 8 ounces (1 block) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella 2 tablespoons milk (any kind) 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 8 ounces sliced mushrooms (white button or baby bella) 1 small shallot, […]
Skinny Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Recipe
Ingredients Pasta: 12 ounces whole-wheat pasta (penne, rotini, or farfalle work well) Chicken: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces Broccoli: 2 cups broccoli florets Olive oil: 1 tablespoon Garlic: 3 cloves, minced Flour: 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Chicken broth: 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth Milk: 1 cup low-fat milk Greek yogurt: […]