Honey Gingered Carrot Soup Recipe

Ingredients 1 can College Inn® vegetable Broth 1-1/2 lbs. carrots peeled and cut into chunks 2 onions (large) coarsely chopped 1 cup celery coarsely chopped 1 Tbsp. honey 1 tsp. ground ginger 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 2 Tbsp. butter 3 Tbsp. flour 2 cups milk chopped parsley (optional) Preparation Combine broth, carrots, onions and celery in large saucepan. Cook 25 to 30 minutes...

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Coconut Granola Bars Recipe

Ingredients 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1 cup peanut butter 3/4 cup rice syrup 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 serving protein powder 3 cups old-fashioned oats, uncooked 1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup coconut flakes, unsweetened 1/4 cup ground chia seeds Preparation Preheat oven to 350° F. Mix together diced apples, melted butter, cinnamon, flour, salt and NECTRESSE...

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Apple Pie Pops Recipe

Ingredients 3 large apples, finely diced 2 tablespoons butter, melted 2 packages refrigerated, rolled pie crust Egg white wash (1 egg white) 1/4 teaspoon salt Tools 2.5-inch circle cookie cutter Parchment paper Preparation Preheat oven to 425°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Mix together diced apples, melted butter, cinnamon, flour, salt and NECTRESSE Natural No Calorie...

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Peanut Butter Cup Icebox Pie Recipe

Ingredients 2 (7.4 ounce) packages Chocolate Chocolate Chip Flavored Muffin Mix 1/2 cup butter, melted 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix 2 cups whole milk 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter 1 (8 ounce) container of whipped topping 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 2 tablespoons light corn syrup 1/2 cup heavy cream 8 chocolate peanut butter cups, crushed Preparation HEAT...

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From the Wild Strawberries Drink Recipe

Ingredients 2 strawberries, muddled 1 1/2 ounces white rum 1/2 ounce cane syrup (see recipe below or substitute with simple syrup) 1/4 ounce fresh lime juice 1 dropper Bittercube Blackstrap bitters 3 ounces sparkling water Strawberry slice and vertically slit lime wedge, as garnish Cane Syrup: 1 cup hot water 1 cup evaporated cane juice Preparation To make cane syrup, bring water...

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Upon Return pineapple Drink Recipe

Ingredients 3 1-inch cubes of pineapple 1/3 ounce agave syrup 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice 1/4 ounce Curacao liqueur 1 dropper Bittercube Cherry Bark Vanilla Bitters Lemon peel, 1 inch in diameter twisted Preparation Muddle pineapple and agave syrup. Add remaining ingredients. Add ice, shake and double strain into coupe glass over ice. Twist the lemon peel over the drink and rub on...

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Ideas and Inspiration to Reduce Food Waste in the Home

Look beyond looks: Nothing's perfect - fresh fruits and vegetables included. Often, anything with bruises, bumps or oddities gets picked over. But a misshaped tomato could end up being the firmest and tastiest of the bunch. Don't be afraid to buy something imperfect, you may be surprised. Prep and protect:Food spoils in homes due to improper or suboptimal storage, poor visibility in refrigerators,...

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Sweet Potato Crisp Recipe

Ingredients 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 2 lb. sweet potatoes (about 7 medium), peeled, cooked and coarsely mashed 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 cup chopped apples 1/2 cup dried cranberries 3 Tbsp. flour 2 Tbsp. brown sugar 3 Tbsp. butter 3 cups Honey Bunches of Oats Cereal Preparation Preheat oven to 350°F Beat cream cheese, sweet potatoes,...

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Apricot Almond Scones Recipe

Ingredients Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray 2 1/2 cups Martha White® Self-Rising Flour 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces 1 (7 oz.) pkg. dried apricots, chopped, (about 1 cup) 1 large egg, beaten Buttermilk (about 3/4 cup) 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation HEAT oven to 400°F. Spray a large cookie sheet with no-stick cooking spray....

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Frozen Watermelon Daiquiri Recipe

Ingredients 4 cups cubed watermelon ½ cup light rum or 2 ounces light rum ¼ cup fresh lime juice ¼ cup orange-flavored liqueur or Cointreau Ice cubes made with chopped fruit or freeze pureed watermelon into ice cube trays Preparation Freeze watermelon in a shallow pan at least 6 hours. Combine frozen watermelon, rum, lime juice, and orange-flavored liqueur in a blender. Meanwhile,...

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Chilean Blueberry, Butternut Squash and Quinoa Salad Recipe

A Healthy, Fruity and Protein-Packed Salad Ingredients 1 pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 cup raw quinoa, rinsed well 2 cups water 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 4 Green onions, thinly sliced 1 1/2 cups Chilean blueberries 3 cups baby arugula Preparation Preheat oven to 450°F. In large bowl,...

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Bodacious Bean Burgers Recipe

Ingredients 15-ounce can red beans 3/4 cup whole-grain bran cereal 1/4 cup quick oats 1/4 cup green onions, chopped 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1 1/4 cup spinach 5 tomato slices 5 hamburger buns Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Rinse, drain and mash beans. Crush cereal and add to beans. Add squash, oats, onion and eggs; mix well. Shape into 5 burger patties (about 1/2-inch...

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Cherry Coconut Breakfast Bars Recipe

VEGAN BREAKFAST RECIPE Ingredients 1/2 cup vegan butter 1/2 cup agave nectar 2-1/4 cups steel-cut oats (uncooked) 1 cup shredded coconut 1 teaspoon baking powder 3 tablespoons sesame seeds 1/2 cup pitted pruned, chopped 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped 1/2 cup dried cherries 1 banana, mashed well Egg replacer equivalent to 2 egg (use Ener-G), prepared according to box instructions Preparation ...

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Corn Souffle Stuffed Zucchini Recipe

Comforting and Flavorful! This Corn Soufflé Stuffed Zucchini dish is a great fit for almost any meal! Ingredients 1 package (12 oz.) STOUFFER'S Corn Souffle, defrosted* 3 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, seeds and pulp removed 1/4 cup sliced green onions 2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided Preparation PREHEAT oven to 350° F. COMBINE corn soufflé, onions and 1/3 cup...

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Spiced Moroccan Carrot Salad with Black Olives Recipe

Ingredients 16 ounces carrots 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon sea salt Fresh ground black pepper Zest and juice of 1 orange 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley 1/2 cup oil cured black olives (optional) Preparation Peal and grate carrots into large bowl. In small bowl, whisk together spices,...

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Slow-Braised Ragu and vegetarian Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients Ragu Ingredients 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 celery stalks with leaves, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped salt & freshly ground black pepper 1 garlic clove, chopped 1 cup red wine 3 (35 oz.) cans tomato puree 1 handful fresh basil leaves Vegetarian Meatball Ingredients 1 small loaf stale Italian bread (about 8 thick slices) torn into 2 1/2" chunks 2 lbs. vegetarian...

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Autumn Vegetable Soup Recipe

Ingredients 2 Tbs. olive oil 3 medium carrots, cut into medium dice 1 large yellow onion, cut into medium dice 2 medium cloves garlic, minced 2 cups 1/2-inch-cubed peeled butternut squash (about half a 2-lb. squash) 1/4 tsp. ground allspice Pinch cayenne pepper; more to taste Kosher salt 1 quart lower-salt vegetable broth 1 14.5-oz. can no-salt-added diced tomatoes 4 sprigs fresh thyme 2...

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Mediterranean Eggplant Casserole Recipe

Ingredients 1 eggplant (about 1-1/4 lb.) 1/2 tsp. salt 2 tsp. dried marjoram 1 cup bulghur (in the bulk section of most grocery stores) 1 cup boiling water 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 cups chopped onions 4 garlic cloves, chopped or pressed 1 tsp. dried oregano 1/4 cup currants 3 lg. eggs, beaten 1-1/2 cups crumbled feta 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese 3/4 cup Parmesan 3/4 cup chopped fresh basil 1...

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Carrot Chips Recipe

Ingredients 2 large carrots (at least 1 inch in diameter), peeled 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1/4 plus 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Basic Ranch Dressing for dipping (optional) Preparation Heat the oven to 350°F and arrange the racks to divide the oven into thirds. Holding the stem end, shave the carrots lengthwise into thin strips using a Y-shaped vegetable peeler....

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Basque Vegetable Rice Recipe

Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small dried red chile pepper, such as chile de arbol, broken 1 medium onion, quartered and thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 large ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced 1 medium zucchini, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon paprika, preferably Spanish 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8...

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Holiday Scents Take You Back

Evoke the senses through scent From the sweet fragrance of rich vanilla or the blend of winter berries and greenery, walking into a room with a seasonal scent instantly sets the mood, whether it’s comfort and relaxation from warm vanilla or invigoration from wintry greens. A lit candle on a side table is always a lovely touch to your holiday décor, though there are other options for enjoying...

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Are Your Pots Past Their Prime?

Having the right cookware A recent survey concludes that most Americans own a piece of cookware that is approximately 17 years old. This survey also reveals that three out of 10 Americans admits to not knowing how to properly gauge the wear and tear of their cookware. When you know how to properly evaluate your cookware, you'll have confidence in your supplies, making the process of cooking even...

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Roasted Green Beans with Lemon Vinaigrette Drizzle Recipe

Ingredients lb. green beans, trimmed 1 medium sweet onion, halved and sliced into thin wedges 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 4 Tbsp. Country Crock® Spread, melted and divided 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. honey 1 tsp. Dijon mustard 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper 2 tsp. finely chopped fresh parsley leaves Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Toss green beans, onion, garlic and 2 tablespoons...

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Ingredients 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup white sugar 1 cup light brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup canned pumpkin puree 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 2 cups (12-ounce bag) milk chocolate chips, not semisweet Nonstick...

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General Cooking Tips

Tips and Techniques for Cooking 1. Add a little zest. When a recipe calls for a “zest” of a citrus fruit, it’s referring to the colorful outer part of the skin, not the inner white part, which is known as the pith. The zest contains all of the aromatic citrus oils and provides a hint of citrus tang to the recipe. A simple method of obtaining a fine zest is by rubbing the fruit against the smallest...

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Vegetarian Green Bean Chili Recipe

Chase Away Winter Chills with Meals From Your Pantry Ingredients 1 pound ground Vegetarian meat 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped red bell pepper 2 (14.5 oz. each) cans Diced Tomatoes, undrained 1 cup water 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation For Chili, cook turkey, onion, bell pepper and garlic over medium heat in a large pot for 8 to 10 minutes or until meat is brown and vegetables...

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Zucchini Parmesan Fritters Recipe

Celebrating a Delicious and Satisfying Healthy Holiday Ingredients 4 large eggs, separated 2 medium zucchini, trimmed and grated 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup parsley, chopped 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped 1/4 cup coconut-flax flour blend (To make, mix equal parts coconut flour with ground flaxseed and refrigerate in an airtight container) 1/2...

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