Ingredient: Olive Oil

Scampi

Scampi
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4
Servings
4
Scampi
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4
Servings
4
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. Once the shrimp are shelled and deveined, dry them thoroughly between paper towels. Place the shrimp in a zip top plastic bag.
  2. Mix the remaining ingredients together in a small bowl. Pour the marinade into the bag with the shrimp. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 - 3 hours or as long as 4 -5.
  3. Heat a grill basket over a medium high fire. Spray lightly with olive oil non-stick spray. Remove the shrimp from the marinade and add to the grill basket. Discard the marinade.
  4. Cook, stirring frequently and gently. Move the basket around the grill as needed to keep the heat uniform. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and curl up slightly. This should take 7 - 10 minutes or so. Do not over cook.
  5. If you are using a broiler, give them 3 minutes or so than flip them and give them 3 -4 minutes more they should be pretty in pink and slightly curled up.
  6. Bake these little beauties at 375 degrees for 5 - 8 minutes or so turning half way through.
  7. Remove the shrimp from their heat source and arrange on a platter. Serve with picks as an appetizer. These can also be served as a main dish with side dishes of your choice.
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Black Bean Burgers

Black Bean Burgers
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This is a basic bean burger that can be customized as you see fit. Change the seasonings, change the binder, heck, even change the bean. Perfect for "Meatless Monday" or any other day of the week.
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4
Servings
4
Black Bean Burgers
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This is a basic bean burger that can be customized as you see fit. Change the seasonings, change the binder, heck, even change the bean. Perfect for "Meatless Monday" or any other day of the week.
Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. Place the oats and garlic in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until they are coarsely chopped.
  2. Add half of the beans, the egg and the cumin to the bowl. Process until it is a fairly smooth paste, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  3. Put the bean paste into a medium bowl. Add the chopped onion, cilantro, and the remaining whole beans. Grate half of the cheese finely and add to the bowl. Stir everything until the mixture is well mixed.
  4. Scoop the mixture out into 4 equal portions. Gently form into pattys. Spray a plate lightly with the cooking spray. Place the burgers on the plate cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour (more won't hurt).
  5. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium- high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Place the burgers in the pan and cook without moving for 3 or 4 minutes. They should be nicely browned.
  6. Flip the burgers and cook for another 3 - 4 minutes. Thinly slice the remaining cheese and place a slice on each of the burgers. Cover for 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
  7. Put the bottom of the bun on a plate. Top with the shredded lettuce and drizzle with the salsa. Place the burger on top and add the tomato and avocado and serve.
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Chicken and Cherry Salad

Chicken and Cherry Salad
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Chicken and Cherry Salad
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2
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2
Ingredients
Honey Balsamic Dressing
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  1. Mix the parsley, chives, and thyme with the mayonnaise. Spread the mixture on both sides of the chicken breasts.
  2. Heat a fry pan over medium heat. Spray lightly with non-stick spray. Add the chicken breasts and cook, turning once until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from pan and allow to cool slightly.
  3. Make the Dressing: Combine the dressing ingredients in a small jar with a tight fitting lid. Shake until everything is blended together. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  4. Toast the walnuts over low heat in a small fry pan. Cut the cherries in half and remove the pits. Cut the grape tomatoes in half lengthwise. Set all of these aside.
  5. Divide the lettuce between two large plates. Slice the chicken thinly and place on top of the lettuce. Sprinkle the cherries, tomatoes and walnuts on top of the chicken. Drizzle some of the dressing over the salad. Top with the blue cheese crumbles and serve.
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Chicken with Cherries

Chicken with Cherries
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A healthy one pan meal that combines whole grains, chicken, fresh cherries, and grape tomatoes.
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2
Servings
2
Chicken with Cherries
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A healthy one pan meal that combines whole grains, chicken, fresh cherries, and grape tomatoes.
Servings
2
Servings
2
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken into bite size pieces. Heat the olive oil in a large fry pan. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook tossing occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and nicely browned. Remove the chicken from the pan, but leave the drippings.
  2. Add the onions and garlic to the pan and cook until they begin to soften and are fragrant.
  3. Add the Quinoa & Brown Rice Blend to the pan. Stir in the chicken stock and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the rosemary and balsamic reduction. (To make the balsamic reduction heat 1 cup of balsamic vinegar to boil. reduce the heat to simmer and continue to cook until reduced by half.)
  5. Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Stir in the cherries and grape tomatoes and cook for another couple of minutes until everything is heated through.
  7. Serve topped with the goat cheese.
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Italian Tacos

Italian Tacos
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4
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4
Italian Tacos
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Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
Salsa Verde
Italian Tacos
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  1. To make the salsa: Combine the herbs, capers, garlic, lemon zest and juice in the bowl of a processor. Process until coarsely chopped, scraping the bowl as necessary.
  2. Add the olive oil and process until finely chopped, scraping bowl as necessary. If mixture is too thick add water a little at a time until the consistency is as you like it. Pour the salsa into a container cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Grill or broil the sausages. Allow to cool enough to slice thinly. Combine the sausage slices and the marinara sauce in a saucepan. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  4. While the sausage simmers, saute the the onions and peppers in the olive oil. They should be lightly browned but still crunchy.
  5. Assemble the Tacos: Divide the sausage between the tortillas. Top the sausage with the peppers and onions. Add the tomato slices. Drizzle with the Salsa Verde and sprinkle with the cheese.
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