Spicy Chicken Rice Skillet

A tasty and filling one-pan dinner with colorful veggies, spicy rice, and soft chicken. Ideal for a tasty and nutritious dinner that can be prepared quickly.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
• 1 can 14
• 5 oz diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh cilantro for garnish optional

Instructions:

Heat the olive oil in a big skillet over medium heat

Cook the diced chicken for 5 to 7 minutes, or until it is browned and cooked through

Take out and set aside the chicken from the skillet

Add the minced garlic, bell pepper, and diced onion to the same skillet

Simmer the veggies for 5 minutes or until they are soft

Add the raw rice, chopped tomatoes along with their juices, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper

After bringing the mixture to a boil, lower the heat to a simmer, cover it, and cook the rice for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed

When the rice is done, add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and mix everything together

If preferred, garnish with fresh cilantro just before serving

Slow Cooker Turkey Meatball Soup

This soup is hearty and comforting. It is made in a crockpot with tender turkey meatballs, vegetables, and flavorful broth that is cooked slowly.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, and minced garlic

Mix until well combined

Form mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter

In a slow cooker, place chopped onion, carrot, and celery

Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, dried oregano, and dried basil

Season with salt and pepper

Gently place meatballs into the slow cooker

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until meatballs are cooked through and vegetables are tender

Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese

Herbed Cashew Cheese

This cashew cheese with herbs is a tasty and flexible vegan alternative to regular cheese made from milk. You can taste the herbs and spices in it, which makes it creamy and tangy. This spread is great for crackers, sandwiches, or as a dip for vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups raw cashews, soaked overnight
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

The cashews should be drained and rinsed

Blend cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic, salt, basil, oregano, thyme, and black pepper in a food processor until the mixture is smooth and creamy

Add the chopped parsley and pulse a few times to mix it in

Place a strainer lined with cheesecloth over a bowl and pour the mixture through it

Cover the mix with the cheesecloth

It needs to sit at room temperature for 12 to 24 hours to thicken and grow

After the cheese has thickened, put it in a container that won't let air in and put it in the fridge for at least 4 hours before serving

Use as a dip or spread

Omega-3 Trail Mix w. Cereal

This Omega-3 trail mix with cereal is a healthy, crunchy snack that is full of important nutrients. Nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and whole grain cereal all have different tastes and textures. Ground flaxseeds and chia seeds give you extra Omega-3 fatty acids. Great as a snack on the go or to put on top of yogurt or oatmeal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed nuts almonds, walnuts, cashews
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1 cup whole grain cereal such as oats or bran flakes
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 300F 150C

In a large mixing bowl, combine mixed nuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, raisins, whole grain cereal, ground flaxseeds, and chia seeds

In a separate small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt

Pour the maple syrup mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated

Spread the mixture in an even layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the mixture is golden brown and toasted

Remove from the oven and let cool completely before transferring to an airtight container for storage

Enjoy this healthy and crunchy Omega-3 trail mix as a satisfying snack!

Corn and Potato Chowder

This hearty, easy-to-make chowder is made with sweet corn and tender potatoes, making it a warm bowl of comfort for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups corn kernels
• 2 cups diced potatoes
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup diced celery
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

Melt the butter in a big pot over medium-low heat

Put in the celery and onions and cook them until they get soft

Add the flour and stir to make a roux

Cook for two minutes

Slowly whisk in the vegetable broth, making sure there are no lumps

Put in the corn, potatoes, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika

For about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft, let it simmer

Add the heavy cream and milk, stir well, and heat through

Make the seasonings taste better

If you want, you can serve it hot and top it with fresh herbs

Slow Cooker 16 Bean Country Soup

A hearty and flavorful soup featuring a variety of beans, vegetables, and savory ham hock, slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for a cozy and comforting meal on a chilly day.

Ingredients:

• 1 package 16-bean soup mix
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
• 1 ham hock
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Run cold water over the 16-bean soup mix and drain it

Boil the beans for a few hours, then add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, ham hock, chicken broth, bay leaves, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper

Mix everything together well, then put the ham hock in the liquid and cover it

Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or until the beans are soft

Take out the ham hock, shred the meat, and add it back to the soup

If you need to, add more salt and pepper to taste

Throw away the bay leaves

Serve hot with fresh parsley chopped on top

Have fun with your tasty Slow Cooker 16 Bean Country Soup!

Easy Kalamata Olive Hummus

This easy Kalamata olive hummus is a flavorful twist on classic hummus. The addition of briny kalamata olives adds depth and richness to the creamy chickpea base. Perfect for dipping or spreading on sandwiches!

Ingredients:

• 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
• 2 tablespoons water adjust for desired consistency

Instructions:

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and salt

Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed

Add water gradually until desired consistency is reached

Transfer hummus to a serving bowl and fold in chopped kalamata olives

Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and additional chopped olives if desired

Serve with pita bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks