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Spicy Coconut Sesame Noodles

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These Spicy Garlic Sesame Noodles so simple yet delicious! Cooked lo mein noodles are tossed with a quick and easy spicy garlic sesame sauce and topped with green onions, chili crisp (if desired) and toasted sesame seeds.

1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon paste
2 tablespoons hot water
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or low-sodium tamari)
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons tahini
1½ tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sambal oelek
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic paste (smashed and minced)
1 teaspoon ginger paste
10 ounces lo mein egg noodles
chili garlic crunch (to taste)
3 green onions (light and dark green parts sliced)
toasted sesame seeds

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Beet Salad (Vinegret)

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Beet Salad (Vinegret or Vinaigrette) is a popular Ukrainian (and Russian) winter salad consisting mostly of potatoes, beets, pickles, beans and sauerkraut. It's slightly sweet, sour and salty and loaded with vitamins, nutrients and probiotics.Yields 12 cups but can be halved to serve less.

6 to 8 medium red beets
2 large yellow potatoes ( or yukon gold )
1 (15 ounce) can canned pink or red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
15 (15 ounce) can canned cannellini beans (rinsed and drained)
1 (20 ounce) jar dill pickles (or about 15 mini dill pickles)
2 cups sauerkraut (I like Bubbies brand)
1 large sweet onion (diced)
1/4 cup olive oil (or sunflower oil, more or less to taste)
kosher salt (to taste)

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Garlicky Lobster Fettuccine Alfredo

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This Garlicky Lobster Fettuccine Alfredo is delicious and so simple to prepare. Lumps of steamed lobster tail is tossed with tender fettuccine noodles in a garlic infused, white wine and parmesan cream sauce.Serves 6 (or more) depending.

1/2 cup unsalted butter (divided)
2 tablespoons shallot (minced)
6 cloves garlic (finely minced)
3 lobster tails ((about 6-ounces each) thawed if frozen)
1/3 cup dry white wine (like sauvignon blanc or chardonnay)
1 pound fettuccine noodles (dried)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
kosher salt (to taste)
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons parsley (minced)
1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice (more or less to taste)
minced fresh parsley
freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 loaf crusty bread (sliced)

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Salted Fudge Brownies

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These Salted Fudge Brownies are rich, decadent and deliciously chocolaty. Finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt adds delicious texture and bursts of flavor, sending these brownies over the top!Yields 9 to 16 brownies depending on how you cut them.

1 cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 cup unsalted butter
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate (chopped)
2 cups granulated sugar
1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon flaked sea salt (plus more for sprinkling)

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Spicy Chocolate Truffle Brownies

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These Spicy Chocolate Truffle Brownies are thick, rich and fudgy with a little kick from cayenne pepper which subtly heats the back of the throat and is utterly addictive.

nonstick baking spray with flour
8 ounces bittersweet chocolate (chopped)
1/2 cup unsalted butter (cut into pieces)
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup dark brown sugar
4 large eggs (at room temp)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1¼ cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (plus more for dusting)
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

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Cherry Winter Wheat Berry Salad

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This Cherry Winter Wheat Berry Salad has both fresh and dried cherries, tender red winter wheat berries, crumbled blue cheese, toasted sliced almonds, crisp celery, sautéed onions and thyme and diced leftover cooked chicken breast tossed with a power mix of salad greens and drizzled in a simple vinaigrette. A delicious, nutritious and wholesome salad.This salad will serve 4 to 6.

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1/2 to 1 clove garlic (small) (grated)
1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard
black pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup olive oil (extra light)
1½ to 2 cups cooked winter wheat berries (doesn't need to be exact)
1/3 cup almonds (sliced )
1 tablespoon butter
1 small yellow onion (diced)
1 teaspoon thyme leaves (chopped)
1/2 cup celery (sliced)
1/3 cup dried cherries
2 ounces blue cheese (crumbled )
2 tablespoons parsley (minced)
5 ounces power greens salad blend

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Pink Pasta Sauce Recipe

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Pink Pasta Sauce is a silky and robust tomato cream sauce (which gives this dish its richness and pink-ish tone) that is infused with red wine, crushed San Marzano tomatoes, red pepper flakes, lots of fresh garlic and studded with crispy diced pancetta.Yields 4 to 6 servings depending.

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces diced pancetta
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large shallot (diced)
4 large garlic cloves (finely diced)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons tomato paste
28 ounces crushed san Marzano tomatoes
1/2 cup cabernet sauvignon (or other bold wine)
2/3 cup torn fresh basil (plus more for serving)
1¼ cup heavy cream
1/2 cup reserved pasta water
12 ounces dried pasta
1/4 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese (for serving)

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Cheesecake Filled Strawberries

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These Cheesecake Filled Strawberries are a simple sweet treat that everyone will love! Strawberries are hollowed out and filled with a creamy cheesecake filling and sprinkled with graham cracker crumbs. Yields 16 to 18 strawberries.

16 to 18 medium to large strawberries (washed and patted dry)
2 ounces graham crackers
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon salted butter
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1/3 cup powdered sugar (sifted)

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Easy Homemade Roasted Chipotle Salsa

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A little smoky, a smidgen spicy and a whole lot fresh. This salsa is delicious and just begging for chips to dip, tacos to be topped and nachos to be adorned.

2 pounds roma tomatoes (halved)
1 medium white onion (sliced into 1/2 inch slices)
1 medium red onion (sliced into 1/2 inch slices)
4 cloves garlic (unpeeled)
2 chipotle peppers in adobo (plus)
1½ teaspoons adobo sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
1 medium lime (juiced)

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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

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This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili is a simple and delicious! Chicken breasts simmer with great northern beans, diced tomatoes and green chiles, buffalo sauce and spices. Before serving, quickly shred the chicken and stir in heavy cream and cream cheese. Serve in bowls and top with your favorite toppings.

1¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large)
1 medium yellow onion (diced)
3/4 cup finely chopped carrots
15 ounces (canned) diced tomatoes with green chiles (like Rotel) (hot or mild)
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup buffalo sauce
30 ounces great northern beans (rinsed and drained (or 2 cans))
2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning (homemade or store-bought (regular or spicy))
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup heavy cream
shredded monterey jack cheese (or pepper jack cheese)
sliced green onions
avocado
sour cream or plain nonfat greek yogurt
chopped cilantro
corn tortilla chips (or fritos)

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