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Sheet Pan Andouille Sausage and Vegetables

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This flavorful Sheet Pan Andouille Sausage and Vegetables recipe comes together quickly with little mess! Smoky andouille sausage and broccoli florets cook with seasoned potatoes, red bell pepper and onions on one sheet pan. Serve as is or with rice of choice, a few dashes of hot sauce and a sprinkle green onions.Serves 4 in about 45 minutes.

1 pound baby potatoes (halved (we like baby redskin))
1 medium red bell pepper (roughly chopped)
1 medium red onion (chopped)
2 tablespoons avocado oil (or other oil safe for high-heat cooking)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground mustard (dry)
3/4 teaspoon dried parsley
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 ounces andouille sausage (sliced into coins (we love Aidells brand))
8 ounces broccoli florets
avocado spray
2 green onions (sliced - for serving)
hot sauce (for serving (we love Frank's Red Hot))
1 tablespoon minced parsley

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Cranberry Moscow Mules

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I gave these Cranberry Moscow mules a holiday twist by adding a few splashes of cranberry juice into the mix. You need these at your next holiday party .

ice
3 ounces vodka (I like Tito's)
12 ounces cranberry juice
ginger beer (I like Bundaberg)
lime wedges
fresh cranberries (for garnish)
lime slices (for garnish)

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Thai Basil Beef Recipe

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Thai Basil Beef (or Pad Krapow) is a quick and flavorful beef stir-fry dish! Browned ground beef, stir-fried shallot, red bell pepper and lots of garlic tossed in a flavorful sauce and with lots of Thai basil. Yields 4 servings.

1 tablespoon sambal oelek (chili garlic paste)
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1½ teaspoons dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce (I like Red Boat)
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 lime (juiced)
2 tablespoons oil (avocado, grapeseed or sunflower)
1½ pounds lean ground beef
1 medium red bell pepper
2 large shallots (thinly sliced)
6 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup thai basil (or use holy basil)
2 cups cooked thai jasmine rice
minced cilantro (for serving)

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Quick Thai Carrot Slaw

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This quick Thai Carrot Slaw is simple, fresh and flavorful. Julienned carrots, green onions, thai basil and cilantro are tossed in a slightly sweet and spicy dressing consisting of lime juice, chili garlic paste and fish sauce. A delicious side to your favorite Thai main dish.Serves 4 (or about 1/3 cup per person)

1 teaspoons sambal oelek (add more for more flavor and spicy kick)
1 pinch sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 dashes fish sauce
2 large carrots (julienned)
2 to 3 green onions (julienned or thinly sliced)
1/4 cup thai basil (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup cilantro (thinly sliced)
1 pinch fine salt (more or less to taste, if desired)

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Roasted Lemon White Bean Hummus

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In this Roasted Lemon White Bean Hummus white beans are pureed with garlic, tahini, cumin and jazzed up with the juice from roasted lemons. Recipe yields 2 cups or 16 (2 tablespoon) servings.

1 lemon
2 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans (rinsed and drained)
2 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 clove garlic (finely grated or squeezed through a garlic press)
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (for serving)
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley (for serving)
1 tablespoon olive oil (for serving)

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Roasted Garlic Kale Hummus

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Roasted garlic and fresh kale packed into one delicious hummus!

7 cloves of fresh garlic
1 15 ounce can garbanzo beans, drained
1 cup tightly packed kale leaves
juice of 2 lemons (or 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice)
2 to 3 tablespoons water
1/4 cup tahini
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
olive oil for serving

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Lemon Basil Hummus

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In this lemon basil hummus, fresh lemon juice, basil leaves and an array of spices are blended with garbanzo beans for a silky and tasty hummus.

2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas (drained (reserve the bean liquid))
1 cup fresh basil leaves (stems removed)
2 cloves garlic (smashed and peeled)
1/4 cup tahini
1½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika (plus more for garnish)
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (plus more for garnish)
1 lemon (juiced)
1/2 cup olive oil (plus more for garnish)

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Avocado + Raw Sweet Potato Salad with Miso Dressing

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This vibrant and healthful salad is filled with raw sweet potato, avocado, broccoli sprouts and red onion! I mix fresh herbs into the spring greens for a pop of bright herb-y flavor. All this gets drizzle with a miso dressing. It's so good and good for you!

2 tablespoons white miso paste
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
1 clove garlic (grated)
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if more heat is desired)
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup grapeseed oil
1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
10 ounces spring mix greens with baby spinach
1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 medium sweet potato (peeled)
1 small avocado (siced)
1 small red onion (sliced thin)
1½ teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
1½ teaspoons black sesame seeds

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Fiestadas

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These Fiestadas are a scratch version of an old high school lunch favorite. Thin homemade pizza crust spread with a Mexican inspired sauce and topped with taco meat and cheese! Easy and delicious!

1 recipe pizza dough
olive oil spray
8 ounces tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1 pinch kosher salt
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 pound lean ground beef
1 recipe taco seasoning
1½ cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese
sliced green onions (for serving)
sliced jalapeños (for serving)
minced cilantro (for serving)
plain nonfat greek yogurt (or sour cream, for serving)
hot sauce (for serving)

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Fancy BLT Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

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A fancy twist on a BLT. Griddled until golden and gooey with Fontina cheese. This recipes yields 4 (half sandwich) servings

4 slices sourdough bread
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto
1 cup grated fontina cheese
1 cups baby spinach (loosely packed)
8 slices thick-cut peppered bacon (cooked until crispy)
2 heads garlic
1 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup mayonnaise (homemade or store bought)

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