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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bundles

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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bundles are a classic recipe and so simple to make! Fresh asparagus spears wrapped with bacon are roasted and served with a quick creamy mustard dip.This recipe will serve 10.

3 tablespoons plain nonfat greek yogurt
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 cup stone ground mustard (we like Inglehoffer's. (not sponsored))
1 bunch (of 30) asparagus spears (thinner stalks preferred)
10 slices center cut bacon
olive oil spray
kosher salt
black pepper (coarse freshly ground )

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Buttermilk Banana Walnut Bread

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Buttermilk Banana Walnut Bread is tender and moist, super flavorful and studded with chopped walnuts. Serve warm slices, spread with softened butter and a sprinkle of flaky salt or lightly toast and top with salted butter and maple syrup or honey!This recipe yields 1 loaf (but can be easily doubled) and will serve 8 to 10 depending on how thick or thin you slice it.

nonstick baking spray with flour
1½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)
1 cup granulated sugar
3 small very ripe bananas ((2 if medium in size) or about 1 generous cup once mashed)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or pure vanilla extract)
1/2 cup buttermilk (I use Guernsey's full fat cultured buttermilk)
1/3 cup chopped walnuts

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Classic Banana Bread Recipe

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This Classic Banana Bread Recipe yields a tender moist bread. Ripe bananas are mashed and mixed in a simple batter spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Slice and serve with salted butter. Recipe yields 2 loaves.

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 whole ripe bananas (plus 1 or two more for topping bread before baking)
1/2 cup unsalted butter ( softened)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon kosher salt

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Cheesecake Brown Butter Banana Bread

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Banana and cheesecake collide in this epic Cheesecake Banana Bread! A thick ribbon of cheesecake is throughout a simple brown butter banana bread batter and baked until tender and moist.

1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (freshly grated)
3 ripe bananas (ripe smashed)
6 tablespoons brown unsalted butter
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 ounces cream cheese (softened )
1 large egg
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

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Cranberry Orange Banana Bread

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This Cranberry Orange Banana Bread recipe yields an incredibly moist and flavorful banana bread scented with orange, warm earthy spices and studded with tart cranberries. Slice and serve with softened salted butter.Yields 2 loaves or 16 thick slices.

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon fine salt (sea salt or pink himalayan)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground mace
3 medium very ripe bananas ((see notes))
1/2 cup granulated white sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 large orange (zested (see notes))
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons orange juice (freshly squeezed)
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 cups halved cranberries

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Blueberry Banana Bread

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Blueberry Banana Bread is moist, flavorful and bursting with blueberries. Slice and serve with a smear of salted butter and prepare to fall in love. This recipe yields 1 loaf (but can be easily doubled) and will serve 8 to 10 depending on how thick or thin you slice it.

1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 medium ripe bananas
1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon milk (use milk of your choice)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup blueberries

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Cabernet Ganache Swirled Brownies

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Cabernet Ganache Swirled Brownies! Wine infused brownie batter is swirled with a decadent cabernet ganache for a rich and (boozy!) chocolaty dessert! Yields 12 to 16 servings.

1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate (evenly chopped)
3/4 cup unsalted butter
2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 cup cabernet sauvignon wine (use one you like to sip)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons cabernet sauvignon wine (again, use one you like to sip)

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White Chocolate Chunk Macadamia Nut Cookies

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These White Chocolate Chunk Macadamia Nut Cookies are so crisp and buttery and loaded with chunks of white chocolate and toasted macadamia nuts. This recipe yields 38 cookies.

2¼ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup unsalted butter ( softened)
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons real vanilla extract
1½ cups macadamia nut pieces (see notes)
4 ounces white chocolate (coarsely chopped)

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Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry

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Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry is a simple, sweet and peppery dish. Loaded with tender pieces of chicken, vegetables and is served over rice, it's not only healthy but super easy too.

1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground plus more for serving (see notes))
3/4 teaspoon Szechuan pepper powder (see notes)
3 tablespoons peach jam or preserves
3 tablespoons coconut aminos
1/4 cup unsalted chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon coconut aminos
1¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup extra light olive oil
1 red bell pepper (chopped)
1 yellow onion (chopped)
1 medium bok choy (sliced (sliced white parts and leaves separated))
cooked white rice (for serving)
sliced green onions (for serving)

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Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Tilapia with Asparagus

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This easy Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Tilapia with Asparagus is as simple as it is delicious! Tilapia and fresh asparagus are brushed with a lemon, garlic and herb butter, then quickly roasted on a single sheet pan. Perfect for any night of the week!

avocado oil spray
4 tilapia fillets (about 4 ounces each)
10 ounces asparagus spears (trimmed, thin stalks work best)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
1/2 lemon (juiced)
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

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