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Ground beef stroganoff is one of those comforting meals that is quick and easy to make, plus it can feed your whole family with a short list of ingredients! How about a hearty meal of beef stroganoff in less than 25 minutes? Count me in, this is perfect for a busy weeknight! Adapted from :   spendwithpennies.com INGREDIENTS : egg noodles, cooked according to package directions salt and pepper, to taste 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 cup sour cream 3 tbsp flour 1 1/2 cups beef broth 3 tbsp butter 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (about 1-2 cloves) 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced 1 pound ground beef INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Bring a pot of water to boil and begin to cook egg noodles according to package directions. Number two : In a large skillet over medium high heat, brown ground beef along with the onions and garlic until thoroughly cooked. Number three : Drain ground beef to remove excess grease from pan. Number four : Put pan back on stove over medium heat (don't add the ground beef back...

The most amazing Beef Stroganoff you will ever have! Golden seared juicy beef strips smothered in an incredible sour cream mushroom gravy, this Beef Stroganoff recipe is an easy 30 minute recipe. Adapted from :  recipetineats.com INGREDIENTS :  2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley 3/4 cup sour cream,** rested at room temperature while everything cooks 8 oz. dry egg noodles* (5 cups) 2 tsp Worcestershire 1 cup chopped yellow onion 3 garlic cloves, minced (1 Tbsp) 1 Tbsp dijon mustard Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp paprika 1 lb lean ground beef 12 oz. baby bella (cremini) mushrooms, cleaned, sliced 1/4 inch thick 2 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 1 Tbsp cornstarch 1 (32 oz) carton low-sodium beef broth, divided (4 cups) INSTRUCTIONS :  Number one : In a small bowl whisk cornstarch with 2 Tbsp of the beef broth, set aside. Number two : Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a 12-inch saute pan with tall sides or pot over medium-high heat. Number three : Add mushrooms and onions and saute, ...

If you’re drowning in zucchini, an easy zucchini gratin recipe is the perfect way to use up a good amount. This low carb cheesy zucchini casserole requires three medium zucchini in a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish, but you can easily double (or even triple!) the recipe to make more in a larger pan! Adapted from :  wholesomeyum.com INGREDIENTS 4 ounces Parmesan Cheese, grated and divided 6 ounces Gruyere Cheese, grated and divided ½ cup Heavy Cream ¼ teaspoon Pepper 2 cloves Garlic, minced 5 ounces Onion, diced 2 tablespoons Butter 1/2 teaspoon Salt 40 ounces (approximately) Zucchini, large, sliced 1/8 inch thick INSTRUCTIONS Number one : Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Number two : In a baking dish place the zucchini slices in rows one on top of another until the dish is filled. Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the zucchini and set dish aside.  Number three : In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Number four : Add onion to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until it ...

Bacon Wrapped Armadillo Eggs   are a fun and inventive appetizer with a creative name. I imagine they were invented years ago when someone like me, a crazy jalapeno popper lover, decided that jalapeno poppers stuffed with cream cheese just weren’t enough. They probably stood there, contemplating the wonderfully oozing popper and thought, “You know? I’ll bet this would taste even BETTER if I wrapped it in meat!” Adapted from :  chilipeppermadness.com INGREDIENTS : 1 cup BBQ Sauce 2 Tablespoons Homemade Sweet Rub 4 oz cheddar cheese shredded 6 jalapenos stems, core, and seeds removed 12 slices bacon 1 pound pork sausage 4 oz cream cheese softened INSTRUCTIONS :  Number one : Preheat your smoker to 250 degrees F. I used cherry wood for this recipe, but any other smoking hardwood would work (hickory, oak, maple, etc.) Number two : In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and 1 Tablespoon of the sweet BBQ seasoning. Number four : Spoon some of the cream chee...

Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Wings are super tender and are perfect for the upcoming big game. They develop that fall of the bone quality that meats cooked in the crock pot always do, making them really easy to eat. There’s no need to gnaw away at the bone for 5 minutes to get all the meat off. Adapted from :  spicysouthernkitchen.com INGREDIENTS 3 pounds fresh chicken wing drumettes 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2–3 tablespoons chili pepper paste, to taste 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 cup ketchup 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup good honey INSTRUCTIONS Number one : In a 5-quart slow cooker on low, add the honey, brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, chili pepper, salt and garlic. Stir to combine. Add the chicken wings. Stir until the wings are well-coated. Number two : Cover and cook for 1 to 2 hours on high (or 2½ to 3 hours on low), until the wings are cooked through. Number three : Remove the wings from the slow cooker and place on a baking sheet line...

Sausage & Grilled Shrimp Kabobs would be a hit at a July 4th get together, or anytime you’ve got a craving for a spicy taste of the South. They cook in minutes and will fly off the platter! Adapted from :  iowagirleats.com INGREDIENTS :  2 Tbsp Barbecue Seasoning 2 tsp olive oil 12 oz shrimp jumbo, tail-on, peeled and deveined 12 oz smoked sausage rope INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat grill to 350 degrees F. Make sure grill grates are clean. Number two : Cut sausage into about 1'' slices, the same thickness as the shrimp. Number three : Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Place shrimp in bowl. Add sausage, olive oil and Number four : Barbecue Seasoning, toss to combine. Number five : Tuck the sausage slices in the "C" curve of the shrimp and then thread them onto skewers. Number six : Grill over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, flip and grill until shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Serve immediately.

This Grilled Chicken Marinade Recipe is made with extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar,  Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper. You have such a variety of seasonings in this marinade. Adapted from :  modernhoney.com INGREDIENTS : 6 chicken breasts or 3.5 lb chicken 2 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp ground black pepper 2 tsp salt 1/8 cup lemon juice 2 tbsp Dijon or Spicy Brown mustard 2 tsp dried rosemary 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar or other vinegar 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Combine all ingredients, except for chicken, in a large Pyrex measuring cup or mixing bowl and whisk together. Number two : Remove a half a cup of marinade and reserve for basting the chicken later. Number three : Place chicken in a large, ziploc bag and pour marinade over the top. Close securely. Number four : Marinate for at least 4 hours and up to 24 ...

I love Jalapeno Popper everything. What’s not to love about the combination of jalapeno, cream cheese, and bacon. For this recipe, fresh summer zucchini is cut in half lengthwise, some of the flesh is removed and then it is briefly roasted in the oven to get the zucchini partially tender. Adapted from :  spicysouthernkitchen.com INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp. chopped parsley kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar 1 jalapeno, minced 1 tsp. garlic powder 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, 1 tbsp reserved for topping 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella, divided 3 medium zucchini, ends removed and halved crosswise DIRECTIONS Number one : Preheat oven to 425°. Slice off both ends of zucchini and discard. Line up chopsticks on either side of zucchini, then carefully make 1/4” slices, making sure your knife hits the chopsticks. Number two : Repeat with remaining zucchini. Number three : Place zucchini on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet and bake un...

These were wonderful! Mine turned out really crispy. I sliced them thin and baked at a higher temp. 450° and watched them closely so they wouldn't burn. I also mixed in some parmesan with the bread crumbs before coating the zucchini. I'll definitely make these again! Adapted from :  allrecipes.com INGREDIENTS : 3 tablespoons low-fat milk 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Kosher or sea salt to taste 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese, reduced fat 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/3 cup whole grain breadcrumbs, optional Panko (homemade breadcrumb recipe) 1 (large) zucchini, cut into 1/8" - 1/4" slices INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Number two : Combine in a small mixing bowl, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Dip zucchini slices into milk and dredge into bread crumbs to coat both sides. Note: It may be necessary to press crumbs onto zucchini slices to ensure the crumbs stick. ...

This skillet chicken has a delicious sauce, perfect for soaking bread or a side. If you wanted to perk this up with a bit of heat you could add some Sriracha sauce or other hot sauce to the simmering spinach mixture. Use any kind of mushrooms you like, and feel free to switch up the greens. Chopped collard greens or baby kale would be good here as well. You could also add in a few tablespoons of Parmesan or Fontina or another more flavorful cheese along with the creamy mozzarella. Adapted from :  thespruceeats.com INGREDIENTS :  1 c. shredded mozzarella 3/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth 10 oz. baby spinach 2 tsp. paprika 1 medium yellow onion, chopped Freshly ground black pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt 1 c. heavy cream 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided Crusty bread, for serving (optional) 1/2 c. freshly grated parmesan DIRECTIONS : Number one : In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Season chicken with pa...

There’s absolutely no hot pot of oil involved here – you just don’t need it. These fries are amazingly crisp right out of the oven – so crisp that no one would ever believe these didn’t hit a single drop of oil. Adapted from :  damndelicious.net INGREDIENTS :  1/2 cup parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1 tablespoon of low carb ranch dressing, jalapeño ranch dressing or mayonnaise 1 egg 2 medium zucchini 1 cup almond flour INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Prehat oven to 400 degrees Number two : Slice two zucchini into fry shapes (as shown in video) Number three : Pat the zucchini dry Number four : Set up your breading station by setting up two shallow bowls and a baking sheet with a silicone baking sheet or sprayed well with cooking spray. Number five : In the first bowl combine the egg and the ranch dressing, mix until completely combined Number six : In the second bowl combine the almond flour, spices and pa...

Doesn’t this adorable dessert just make your heart melt? I had so much fun creating this unique cheesecake style cheese ball recipe for Dixie Crystals and am so excited to share it with you. Many of you know that I have a huge affinity for making cute treats that look like bunny butts. Adapted from :  hungryhappenings.com INGREDIENTS : 8 Pink M&M’s 1 tsp Butter Extract 1 tsp Vanilla Extract 1/2 C White Chocolate Chips 1 C Funfetti Cake Mix 1/4 C Sugar 1/2 C Sprinkles 1 bag Coconut Flakes 16 oz Cream Cheese INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Making an Easter cheese ball dessert is simple and doesn’t require any baking. All you need to do is measure out the ingredients and mix them together! Number two : Add the cream cheese, sprinkles, white chocolate chips, sugar, cake mix, vanilla, and butter extract into a mixing bowl. Knead with your hands until all ingredients are well combined. Number three : Separate into one large ball, two medium size balls, and one small ball Number four...

This is for YOU, the chocolate lover out there who is looking for a chocolate-y treat that is actually quite light! Chocolate Lasagna is a dessert you don’t want to miss! Adapted from :  centercutcook.com INGREDIENTS :  Cream Cheese Layer: 1 cup Cool Whip 1 teaspoon vanilla 8 oz cream cheese-softened 1 cup powdered sugar ½ cup unsalted butter-softened Topping: 1 ½ cups crushed Oreo 2 cups Cool Whip Peeps bunnies, Easter egg candies… Chocolate Pudding Layer: 2 and 3/4 cups cold milk 2 (3.9 oz.) packages chocolate instant pudding Oreo Crust: ½ unsalted butter-melted 36 Oreo cookies INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : In a food processor finely crushed Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. If you don’t have food processor, place Oreo cookies into ziplock bag and crush the cookies with a rolling pin. Number two : Using a fork mix crushed Oreo with melted butter, then press the mixture into the bottom of 9 x 13 inches dish. Place in the fridge to firm. Number three : Beat cream cheese, softened b...