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SKINNY SPINACH LASAGNA

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SKINNY SPINACH LASAGNA</h2>
<b>INGREDIENTS</b><br />
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<ul>
<li>2 tablespoons butter</li>
<li>1 tablespoon minced garlic</li>
<li>2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme</li>
<li>6 ounces fresh spinach</li>
<li>2 lbs. ricotta cheese (I used 1 lb. whole milk and 1 lb. nonfat)</li>
<li>1 egg</li>
<li>½ teaspoon salt</li>
<li>¼ teaspoon nutmeg</li>
<li>a squeeze of lemon juice (optional, to taste)</li>
<li>12 no-boil lasagna noodles</li>
<li>1 24 ounce jar of spaghetti or marinara sauce (I used Trader Joe's tomato basil)</li>
<li>2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese</li>
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Full directions on: <a href="http://pinchofyum.com/skinny-spinach-lasagna" target="_blank">pinchofyum</a></div>

SKINNY SPINACH LASAGNA

SKINNY SPINACH LASAGNA INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme 6 ounces fresh ...

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Baked Spaghetti

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Baked Spaghetti </h2>
<b>Ingredients</b><br />
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<ul>
<li>6 cups cooked thin spaghetti noodles</li>
<li>Alfredo sauce (recipe below)</li>
<li>1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese</li>
<li>Italian Meatballs (small bag)</li>
<li>Marinara Sauce (I used a 25 oz jar)</li>
<li>Optional: grated Parmesan and oregano for garnish</li>
<li>Alfredo Sauce:</li>
<li>1 pint heavy cream</li>
<li>2 tsp minced garlic</li>
<li>½ tsp pepper</li>
<li>½ tsp salt</li>
<li>4 Tbsp butter</li>
<li>4 oz cream cheese</li>
<li>3 cups freshly shredded Parmesan</li>
</ul>
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Full recipe on: <a href="http://www.thegunnysack.com/2014/02/baked-spaghetti-recipe.html#_a5y_p=3614763" target="_blank">thegunnysack</a></div>

Baked Spaghetti

Baked Spaghetti Ingredients 6 cups cooked thin spaghetti noodles Alfredo sauce (recipe below) 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese It...

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Sausage, Kale, and Spaghetti Squash Boats

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Sausage, Kale, and Spaghetti Squash Boats</h2>
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<b>Ingredients</b><br />
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<ul>
<li>1 medium spaghetti squash or 2 small spaghetti squash</li>
<li>1 1/2 lbs. Italian chicken sausage, casings removed</li>
<li>1 yellow onion, diced</li>
<li>4 cloves garlic, minced</li>
<li>1 bunch kale</li>
<li>3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling</li>
<li>Salt and pepper</li>
<li>2 tbsp pine nuts, roasted</li>
<li>2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped</li>
</ul>
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Full directions on: <a href="http://paleogrubs.com/stuffed-spaghetti-squash-recipe" target="_blank">paleogrubs</a></div>

Sausage, Kale, and Spaghetti Squash Boats

Sausage, Kale, and Spaghetti Squash Boats Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash or 2 small spaghetti squash 1 1/2 lbs. Italian chi...

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CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE

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CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE</h2>
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<b>INGREDIENTS</b>:<br />
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<ul>
<li>3 cups red enchilada sauce (I highly recommend my homemade red enchilada sauce recipe, which can be made gluten-free*)</li>
<li>16 corn tortillas, halved</li>
<li>2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained</li>
<li>1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained</li>
<li>6 scallions (green onions), thinly sliced</li>
<li>4 cups (about 1.5 pounds) shredded cooked chicken</li>
<li>3 cups shredded Monterrey Jack or Mexican blend cheese</li>
<li>1 avocado, peeled, pitted and diced</li>
<li>1/2 cup loosely-packed chopped fresh cilantro</li>
</ul>
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Full recipe on: <a href="http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/chicken-enchilada-casserole-recipe/#_a5y_p=1587442" target="_blank">gimmesomeoven</a></div>

CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE

CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE INGREDIENTS : 3 cups red enchilada sauce (I highly recommend my homemade red enchilada sauce recipe, w...

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Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

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Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin</h2>
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<b>INGREDIENTS</b><br />
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<ul>
<li>1 pound pork tenderloin</li>
<li>2 tablespoons light brown sugar</li>
<li>1 tablespoon paprika</li>
<li>1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper</li>
<li>1 tablespoon coarse salt</li>
<li>2 teaspoons chili powder</li>
<li>1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper</li>
<li>6 to 8 slices thin-cut, applewood smoked bacon</li>
<li>2 tablespoons olive oil</li>
<li>6 ounces apricot preserves</li>
<li>2 ounces sweet hot mustard (1/2 a 4-ounce jar, such as Inglehoffer)</li>
<li>1/2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary</li>
</ul>
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See full recipe on: <a href="http://leitesculinaria.com/96626/recipes-bacon-wrapped-pork-tenderloin.html#hdAqWK4Heyk4DkM9.32" target="_blank">leitesculinaria</a>

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin INGREDIENTS 1 pound pork tenderloin 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 1 tablespoon paprika 1 tablesp...

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KUNG PAO CAULIFLOWER

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KUNG PAO CAULIFLOWER</h2>
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<b>INGREDIENTS</b>:<br />
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<ul>
<li>1 large cauliflower head, cut into small floret pieces</li>
<li>1 red organic pepper, diced</li>
<li>1 yellow organic pepper, diced</li>
<li>1 orange organic pepper, diced</li>
<li>1 tbsp ginger, minced</li>
<li>2 garlic cloves, minced</li>
<li>5 scallion, cut 2” in lengths</li>
<li>1/3 cup raw cashews</li>
<li>1 tsp pepper flakes, optional</li>
<li>2 tbsp olive oil</li>
<li>1 lb rice noodles (any other type of noodles will work)</li>
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<b>For the sauce</b><br />
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<ul>
<li>2 tbsp rice wine vinegar</li>
<li>2 tbsp tomato ketchup</li>
<li>4 tbsp soy sauce, gluten free</li>
<li>2 tbsp unrefined sugar</li>
<li>1/4 cup water</li>
<li>3 tsp arrowroot powder, or cornstarch</li>
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See full instructions on: <a href="http://www.eatgood4life.com/cauliflower-kung-pao/" target="_blank">eatgood4life</a>

KUNG PAO CAULIFLOWER

KUNG PAO CAULIFLOWER INGREDIENTS : 1 large cauliflower head, cut into small floret pieces 1 red organic pepper, diced 1 yellow o...

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SPINACH PASTA WITH OLIVES

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SPINACH PASTA WITH OLIVES</h2>
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<b>INGREDIENTS</b><br />
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<ul>
<li>8 ounces spinach fettuccine pasta (or preferred pasta)</li>
<li>1 tablespoon olive oil</li>
<li>1.5 ounces ( about ⅓ cup) green pitted olives, rough chopped</li>
<li>1 clove garlic, minced</li>
<li>1 tablespoon butter</li>
<li>⅓ cup basil leaves loosely packed, rough chopped</li>
<li>zest from 1 lime (about ½ tsp)</li>
<li>2 pinches pepper</li>
<li>juice of ⅓ of a lime</li>
<li>salt and pepper to taste</li>
<li>grated parmesan, optional</li>
</ul>
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Full instructions on: <a href="http://shewearsmanyhats.com/olive-basil-garlic-spinach-pasta/" target="_blank">shewearsmanyhats</a></div>

SPINACH PASTA WITH OLIVES

SPINACH PASTA WITH OLIVES INGREDIENTS 8 ounces spinach fettuccine pasta (or preferred pasta) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1.5 ounces ( ...

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Grilled Steak with Onion-Blue Cheese Sauce

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Grilled Steak with Onion-Blue Cheese Sauce</h2>
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<b>Ingredients</b><br />
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<ul>
<li>2 whole Ribeye Steaks</li>
<li>2 Tablespoons Butter</li>
<li> Salt</li>
<li> Pepper</li>
<li>4 Tablespoons Butter</li>
<li>1 whole Very Large Yellow Onion, Sliced</li>
<li>1 cup Heavy Cream</li>
<li>1/2 cup Crumbled Blue Cheese</li>
</ul>
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For full recipe please visit: <a href="http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2009/09/grilled-ribeye-steak-with-onion-blue-cheese-sauce/" target="_blank">thepioneerwoman</a></div>
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Grilled Steak with Onion-Blue Cheese Sauce

Grilled Steak with Onion-Blue Cheese Sauce Ingredients 2 whole Ribeye Steaks 2 Tablespoons Butter Salt Pepper 4 Tablespoons B...

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Roasted Vegetable Enchiladas

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Roasted Vegetable Enchiladas</h2>
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<b>Ingredients</b>:<br />
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<ul>
<li>1 large red pepper, chopped, seeds removed</li>
<li>1 medium zucchini, chopped</li>
<li>1 medium yellow squash, chopped</li>
<li>1 large onion, chopped</li>
<li>1 tablespoon olive oil</li>
<li>Salt and pepper</li>
<li>1 can black beans, rinsed and drained</li>
<li>1 teaspoon ground cumin</li>
<li>1 teaspoon chili powder</li>
<li>2 garlic cloves, minced</li>
<li>1 jalapeño, minced</li>
<li>1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro</li>
<li>Salt and pepper, to taste</li>
<li>2 cups red enchilada sauce</li>
<li>9-10 small corn tortillas</li>
<li>2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese</li>
</ul>
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For full instruction visit: <a href="http://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/stacked-roasted-vegetable-enchiladas/" target="_blank">twopeasandtheirpod.com</a></div>

Roasted Vegetable Enchiladas

Roasted Vegetable Enchiladas Ingredients : 1 large red pepper, chopped, seeds removed 1 medium zucchini, chopped 1 medium yellow...

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