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Italian Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

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This simple and delicious Italian dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Learn how to make spaghetti aglio e olio with just a few ingredients and enjoy a flavorful sizzle in every bite.

2/3 Cup Olive Oil (extra virgin)
8 Cloves Garlic (minced)
3 teaspoons Fresh Parsley (finely chopped *see notes)
3 teaspoons Fresh Oregano (or Marjoram, finely chopped)
1 ½ teaspoon Fresh Rosemary (finely chopped)
4 teaspoons Fresh Basil (finely chopped)
2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
2 teaspoon Kosher Salt (or to taste)
Balsamic Vinegar
1 Pound Fresh Spaghetti (cooked al dente)
1-2 Tablespoons Parmesan (fresh, grated)

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Meatballs and Zucchini Skillet

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Craving a quick, easy, and healthy dinner to use up that garden zucchini? This cheesy meatballs and zucchini skillet is a one-pan wonder packed with flavor that the whole family! Even your picky eaters will love it!

5 Zucchinis
1 Pound Pre-Cooked Frozen Turkey Meatballs (like from Trader Joe's)
24 Ounces Marinara Sauce of Choice
1/2 Cup Mixed Blend of Shredded Mozzarella + Mild Cheddar Cheese
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Salt
Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Basil (chopped, for garnish)

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Honey Lime Skillet Corn

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5 Minute One Skillet Honey Lime Corn is rich, buttery, sweet and tangy—your new favorite quick corn side dish for any meal!

1/4 Cup Unsalted Butter
3 Cups Frozen Corn (*Fresh works as well)
1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
1 Teaspoon Chili Powder
2 Teaspoons Honey
1/2 Lime (juiced)
1 Tablespoon Cilantro (minced)

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Hawaiian Meatballs

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Juicy, tangy, and full of flavor—these slow cooker Hawaiian meatballs with pineapple make the ultimate easy family dinner.

3 Pounds Frozen Meatballs
2 ½ Cups Pineapple (chopped)
2 Cups Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ Sauce
1/4 Cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce
1/4 Cup Rice Wine Vinegar
1/3 Cup Brown Sugar
1 Tablespoon Ginger (fresh, grated (or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger))
4 Cloves Garlic (minced)
2 Tablespoons Green Onions (chopped)

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Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

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Picky eaters are going to love this quick and easy dinner. Mom called it busy day casserole but our readers call is cheesy ground beef and rice casserole.

1 Can Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 Cup Long Grain White Rice (uncooked )
2 Cups Water
1 Cup Carrots (sliced)
1/2-1 Pound Ground Beef (cooked)
Cheddar or Colby Jack Cheese (sliced about 9 pieces)
1 Cup Long Grain White Rice (uncooked)
2 Cups Water
1/2 to 1 Pound Ground Beef (cooked, depending on preference)
1 Cup Carrots (sliced)
Pacific Foods Mushroom Gravy (13.9 ounces)
1/2 Cup Milk
Colby Jack or Medium Cheddar Cheese (for topping)
3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
1/4 Cup Onion (minced)
1 Clove Garlic (minced)
1/2 Cup White Button Mushroom (minced )
3 Tablespoons Flour
1/2 Cup Cream
1/2 Cup Chicken Broth
1/4 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Salt (to taste)
2 Cups Water
1/2-1 Pound Ground Beef (cooked)
1 Cup Carrots (sliced)
Cheddar or Colby Jack Cheese (sliced, about 9 slices)
1 Cup Long Grain White Rice (uncooked )

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Chicken Pot Pie

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This Homemade Chicken Pot Pie is made completely from scratch! It has a buttery, flaky pie crust and the most luscious chicken and vegetable filling!

2 ½ Cup All-Purpose Flour
1 Cup Unsalted Butter (very cold, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (2 sticks))
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
8-12 Tablespoon Ice Water
1 Rotisserie Chicken (meat removed and cut into cubes, see note)
1 Cup Carrots (chopped)
1 Cup Frozen Corn
1 Cup Frozen Peas
⅓ Cup Unsalted Butter
½ Yellow Onion (minced)
1 Stick Celery (sliced)
2 Cloves Garlic (minced)
⅓ Cup All-Purpose Flour
¾ teaspoon Salt
¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
1 Pinch Nutmeg
1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme
1 ¾ Cup Chicken Broth
⅔ Cup Whole Milk ((or heavy cream for an extra creamy pot pie))
1 Egg
1 teaspoon Water

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The BEST Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

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It was hard work but someone had to do it. We searched for the best pumpkin chocolate chip cookies recipe and today we are sharing it with all of you!!

1/2 Cup Vegetable Oil
1/2 Cup White Sugar
2/3 Cup Light Brown Sugar
1 Large Egg
1 Cup Pumpkin Puree
3/4 teaspoon Vanilla
2 ¼ Cups Flour
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 Tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice (see note)
1 ¾ Cups Mini Chocolate Chips

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Mexican Chicken Burrito Bowl

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1 Cup Greens
2 Ears Corn (kernels sliced off)
1 Red Bell Pepper (chopped)
1 Orange Bell Pepper (chopped)
1/2 Red Onion (chopped)
1 Jalapeno
1 Avocado (sliced)
1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
1/4 Cup Queso Fresco (or Cotija cheese)
1 - 2 Tablespoons This Little Goat Mexican Salad Topper (from Walmart or other local store)
1/4 Cup Pepitas
1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1 Batch Cilantro Lime Rice
1 Batch Mexican Chicken
1 Batch Avocado Cilantro Lime Dressing

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Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes

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With a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling and strawberry sauce swirl, these Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes are the perfect Spring or Summer dessert. So easy to make and great for entertaining.

3 Cups Strawberries (quartered, frozen or fresh, 13oz )
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
¼ Cup White Granulated Sugar
1 ½ Cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
4 ½ Tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted)
16 oz Cream Cheese (softened, 1lb, 2 bricks)
½ Cup White Granulated Sugar
2 Large Eggs (room temp)
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
½ Cup Sour Cream (room temp)
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
6 Fresh Strawberries (cut in half)

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Turkey Bacon Avo Sandwich

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This Turkey Bacon Avocado Sandwich stacks the flavor in a whole new way! First, make a creamy honey avocado spread. Next, pile turkey, avocado, crispy bacon and tomato on your favorite bread. Finally, dig into the best sandwich you've ever eaten!

1 Avocado (chopped)
1 Lemon (juiced)
4 teaspoons Garlic (minced (I used Gourmet Garden Garlic))
¼ Cup Honey
¼ Cup Veganaise (mayonnaise works too)
¼ teaspoon Salt
Mixed Greens
2 Tomatoes (sliced)
8 Slices Turkey (good quality, sliced)
8 Pieces Bacon (cooked)
1 Avocado (sliced)
4 Slices Havarti ( optional)
8 Slices 7 Grain Bread (or focaccia)
Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)

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