Tag: dinner
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southwest chicken and vegetable soup

Batch cooking and freezer friendly!! You’ve been asking and here you go! Add 1 tbsp of olive oil to your Dutch oven and cook your 24oz of chicken. Breast or thighs are both good to use! When chicken is cooked through remove from pan. Add 1 more tbsp of olive and and cook your veggies.…
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instant pot beef and vegetable stew

This recipe is great for a cold winter evening, or for batch cooking during the week. Start by seasoning 1 1/2lbs of beef stew meat, cut into 1/2 inch cubes with salt and pepper. Brown the meat on the sauté setting on the InstantPot with 2 tbsp of olive oil. Once browned remove the meat…
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zucchini lasagna

Lasagna is a favorite of my family and a “healthy” version can be a little tricky. Substituting the noodles for zucchini in the recipe gives you the texture and feel of lasagna with out any flour! Start with cutting 2lbs of zucchini into quarter inch strips lengthwise. Brush one side with olive oil and season…
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crustless quiche

I made this for dinner last night and will also be having it for lunch today! It’s a great make ahead or batch baking meal as it makes 6 servings. Start by cooking your bacon in a 400 degree oven for 20 minutes. When done drain with paper towels to remove as much of the…
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one skillet tuscan chicken

Sometimes only having to dirty one skillet makes sense, and this delicious dinner is worth the one skillet! Use 1 tsp of the oil that the sun-dried tomatoes are packed in and toast the minced garlic, basil, oregano and thyme until just fragrant. Add in sun-dried tomatoes, rinsed and drained white beans, diced tomatoes and…
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garlic parmesan chicken alfredo

This recipe was requested by my friend and fellow Bright Lifer Lisa!!! She was looking for an alternative for her favorite dish. This is loaded with protein and vegetables, what more could you ask for? Start by marinating 1lb of chicken breasts in 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp garlic…
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beef with olives and almonds (cuban picadillo)

Got some ground beef??? Only a few more staple ingredients will make this yummy dinner! Brown 1lb of ground beef, 1 tbsp onion flakes and 1 tsp garlic powder. Once cooked, drain all the excess fat. Add 1 chopped red pepper, 1 (14oz) can diced tomatoes, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, and…
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spicy pork kabobs

These kabobs pack a lot of flavor, and are another great way to “spice up” dinner! Start by cutting 1 lb of boneless pork into 1 inch cubes. Combine 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper, 1/2 tsp salt, Freshly ground pepper and 2 tbsp olive…
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leftover turkey meatballs & mushroom marinara

This is a great way to use leftovers, or batch cook the turkey meatball recipe and use it both ways! Use the same pan that you cooked the meatballs in and scrap down the bottom to loosen any remaining meat from before. Heat your pan and add in mushrooms. This recipe is a good “clean…
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turkey meatballs

This is a pretty simple recipe, especially if you need a quick dinner for yourself or the family. Start by combining 1lb of ground turkey (you could also use pork, beef, chicken, etc.) with 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella and an egg. Season with 1 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp Italian seasoning, 1 tbsp onion flakes,…