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Balsamic Thyme Chicken

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Browned chicken breast, baked with a balsamic vinegar and thyme sauce with onion slices Yield:  2-3 servings Ingredients:  3 tablespoons butter2-3 large boneless skinless chicken breastsgarlic powder, salt, and pepper1/2 cup chicken broth1/2 onion, sliced1 teaspoon thyme4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Instructions:  1. Melt butter… Read more »

Homemade Taco Pizza

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A soft homemade pizza crust topped with pizza sauce, seasoned ground beef, and shredded cheese; baked and served with sour cream, lettuce, cheese and tomatoes Yield:  12 slices Ingredients:  Dough Ingredients: 1 cup water2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons oil3 cups flour1 tablespoon dry yeast Topping Ingredients: 1/2 pound ground… Read more »

Taco Pizza Bake

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A cornmeal crust, topped with seasoned taco meat filling and cheese, baked and then topped with lettuce, sour cream, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, and black olives Yield:  16 slices Ingredients:  Crust Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups cornmeal1 1/4 cups flour2 teaspoons baking powder2/3 cup milk1/3 cup oil1 four-ounce can green chilies,… Read more »

Spicy Grilled Turkey Burgers

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Seasoned ground turkey, formed into patties and grilled for a quick and easy spicy turkey burger Yield:  4 burgers Ingredients:  1 pound ground turkey (85% lean)1/8 cup water2 tablespoons minced onions1 small garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon paprika Instructions:  1…. Read more »

Quiche with Whole Wheat Pie Crust

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A whole wheat pie crust filled with a combination of ground turkey, spinach, eggs, and seasonings, topped with cheese and baked Yield:  8 servings Ingredients:  Whole Wheat Pie Shell Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups whole wheat flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon sugar1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened1 teaspoon vinegar1 egg1 tablespoon cold… Read more »

Vegetarian Black and White Bean Chili

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A light and simple flavorful vegetable chili with black and great northern beans Yield:  4 servings Ingredients:  1 teaspoon butter or oil1/2 red bell pepper, diced1/2 green bell pepper, diced1 medium onion, diced1 large clove garlic, minced2 trimmed, seeded, and diced jalapeno chiles, optional1 tablespoon freshly ground cumin2 tablespoons chili powder1… Read more »

Easy Cheeseburger Casserole

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A baked cheesy medley of ground turkey, red bell pepper, carrot, tomatoes, and seasonings, tossed with egg noodles Yield:  8 servings Ingredients:  1 pound ground turkey1 medium onion, chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 large red bell pepper, chopped1 large carrot, finely shredded2 cups diced tomatoes1 1/2 teaspoons thyme1 teaspoon salt1 1/2… Read more »

Cheesy Tortilla Casserole

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Cheese, meat, onions, black olives, and kidney beans sandwiched between two layers of tortillas and topped with a homemade salsa sauce and cheese Yield:  6 servings Ingredients:  1 pound ground turkey1 large onion, chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 cup salsa2 tablespoons water, if using thick salsa (above)1/2 tablespoon ground cumin1/2 tablespoon… Read more »

Creamy Dijon Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

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A creamy, tangy twist on traditional grilled cheese sandwiches! Yield:  4 sandwiches Ingredients:  1 ounce cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons Dijon mustard8 slices whole wheat bread6 ounces (1 1/2 cups) shredded sharp cheddar cheese Instructions:  1. Lightly butter one side of each slice of bread. 2. Stir together cream cheese and… Read more »

Stuffed Chicken Breasts Florentine

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Chicken breasts stuffed with spinach and feta cheese, seasoned and browned in a skillet Yield:  4 servings Ingredients:  4 cups (packed, about 9 ounces) coarsely chopped fresh spinach1 clove garlic, minced1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (plain, or tomato and basil)4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 5 ounces each)2 Tablespoons oil1/8… Read more »