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Taco Ground Beef Instant Pot Chili

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A hearty taco chili that uses ground beef and is full of corn, tomatoes and lots of flavor!

2 Pounds Ground Beef
1/2 Red Onion (Diced)
3 Cloves Garlic (minced)
1 Can Black Beans (15 Ounces)
1 Can Kidney Beans (16 Ounces)
1 1/2 Cups Corn (We buy the frozen roasted corn at Trader Joes)
1 Can Creamed Corn
2 Cans Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
3 Pasilla Peppers (Roasted, peeled and diced)
1 Can Tomato Sauce (8 ounces)
1 Envelope Ranch Dressing
1 Envelope Taco Seasoning
Salt (To taste)
1 Can Tomatoes with Diced Green Chiles
Toppings of choice (fritos, cheese, sour cream etc)
1 Jalapeno (blistered and minced with or without seeds. See note)

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Old Time Beef Stew for Your Man

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Old Time Beef Stew is pure comfort that I crave all winter long, for dinner on Sundays all summer long, and pretty much every other day and season there is. When beef stew is done right, it just makes people happy, and this beef stew is done just right!

2 Tablespoons Butter
2 Pounds Beef Chuck (Cubed)
1 Onion (Large Yellow, Sliced)
6 Ounces Pearl Onions ( or 1 Additional Onion- 1/2 Minced and 1/2 Chopped in bigger pieces)
1 Clove Garlic (Large, peeled and on a toothpick)
4 Cups Water (Boiling)
1 Tablespoon Salt
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
1/2 teaspoon Paprika (we use Smoked Paprika)
2 Bay Leaves
1 Dash Allspice (or cloves)
6 Carrots (Large, chopped at a diagonal)
6 Potatoes (Medium Russet, Peeled and Chopped)
1/2 Cup Water (Cold)
1/4 Cup Flour
Fresh parsley for garnishing (optional)

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Slow Cooker Garlic Chicken

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Loaded with fresh garlic and sweetened by brown sugar, this Slow Cooker Garlic Chicken recipe is flavorful and family-friendly.

8 Chicken Thighs (bone-in, skin-on )
12 Cloves Garlic (minced)
3 teaspoons Kosher Salt
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1/3 Cup Brown Sugar (packed, plus 2 tablespoons )
2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped)

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One-Pot Zuppa Toscana

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Just one pot and 30 to 40 minutes is all you need for this rich and comforting Zuppa Toscana. It’s loaded with flavor and will have everyone craving seconds!

4 Strips Bacon Rashers (diced)
1 lb Spicy Italian Sausage
2 Stalks Celery (finely chopped)
1 Medium Onion (finely chopped)
3 Cloves Garlic (crushed)
1 Tablespoon All-Purpose Flour (heaped )
4 Cups Chicken Broth
1 Cup Water
3 Sprigs Fresh Thyme
1 lb Baby Potatoes
1 Pinch Red Pepper Flakes
2 Big Handfuls Kale (, chopped)
1 Cup Heavy Cream
Salt and Pepper (, to taste)

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Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili

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Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili that is so hearty and flavorful, you won't even miss the meat! Full of beans, veggies, and seasonings. Perfect for a cold winter's eve!

1/2 Orange Bell Pepper (minced)
1 Red Bell Pepper (seeded and chopped)
1 Jalapeño (seeded and minced (optional))
1 Large Red Onion (chopped)
1 Sweet Potato (peeled and diced small)
1 Can (15 oz) Western Chili Beans ((meatless, not to be confused with a can of chili, it’s different))
2 Cans (15 oz each) Black Beans (drained (or 1 can black beans and 1 can pinto beans))
1 Can (15 oz) Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
1 Can (6 oz) Tomato paste
2 Cups Vegetable Stock
1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano
2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1 1/2 Tablespoons Chili Powder
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce ((see note below))
1 Tablespoon Garlic (minced)

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Glazed Smoked Chicken Wings

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Not only is there a simple dry rub on these smoked chicken wings but a super sticky and delicious glaze!

1 Recipe for Smoked Chicken Wings
1/2 Cup Sweet Red Chili Sauce
4 Cloves of Garlic (minced)
1/4 Cup Soy Sauce (low sodium)
1/2 Cup Ketchup
1 Cup Honey
1/2 Cup Light Brown Sugar
1/2 Cup Dark Brown Sugar

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Disneyland Apple Granola Pancakes

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When you visit Disneyland be sure to stop by the Carnation Cafe and try the apple granola pancakes. You will love them!

2 teaspoons Salt
4 teaspoons Baking Powder
2 teaspoons Baking Soda
4 Cups Sifted Flour
1/4 Cup Sugar
2 Cups Buttermilk
2 Eggs (slightly whisked)
2 Tablespoons Butter (unsalted and melted)
2 Tablespoons Butter
1 Granny Smith Apple (Peeled and Sliced)
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
2 Tablespoons Sugar
2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
1 Nature Valley Granola Bar (crushed)
Maple Syrup
Powdered Sugar

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Low Carb Cheesy Ground Beef and Cauliflower Rice Casserole

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Picky eaters are going to love this quick and easy dinner. And no one will even guess it's made with cauliflower rice for a healthier, low carb dinner idea.

3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
1/4 Cup Onion (minced)
2 Garlic Cloves (minced)
1/2 Cup Baby Bella Mushrooms (minced)
1 teaspoon Beef Seasoning (Like Spade L Ranch or seasoning of your choice.)
3 Tablespoons Flour
1/2 Cup Milk (skim)
1/2 Cup Chicken Broth
Salt to Taste
1/4 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1 Head Cauliflower (riced see note, (about 4 cups))
1/2 Cup Chicken Broth
1 lb Ground Beef (browned)
1 Cup Carrots (sliced)
Cheddar or Colby Jack Cheese (sliced- about 9 slices)

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Cookies and Cream Red Velvet Molten Lava Cakes

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This Cookies and Cream Red Velvet Molten Lava Cakes recipe is taking over the world. The best Valentine's Dessert recipe, heck best dessert recipe ever!

1 Cake Mix (Red Velvet)
3 Eggs (Large)
1/2 Cup Sour Cream
1 Cup Milk
1/2 Cup Oil
2 Candy Bars (Large, Cookies and Cream )
Ice Cream
Chocolate and White Chocolate Sauce

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Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake

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My mom's chocolate Texas sheet cake is probably the classic chocolate sheet cake recipe you grew up with, but in case you lost it, here it is along with a cooked chocolate frosting!

2 Cups Flour
2 Cups Sugar
1/2 Cup Margarine
1/2 Cup Shortening
4 Tablespoons Cocoa
1 Cup Water
1/2 Cup Buttermilk (Or 1/2 Cup of milk and 1 tablespoon of vinegar)
2 Eggs (slightly beaten)
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
1 teaspoon Vanilla
1 Pinch Salt
1/2 Cup Margarine
4 Tablespoons Cocoa
6 Tablespoons Milk
1 lb Powdered Sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

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