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This Taco Lasagna recipe is so easy and is a casserole that freezes well. When Mexican food meets Italian you get layers of pasta, salsa, seasoned taco meat and lots and lots of cheese. It has only 7 ingredients and is a crowd pleasing cheesy Mexican dinner! This recipe is great topped with some homemade guacamole and pico de gallo. Adapted from :  the-girl-who-ate-everything.com INGREDIENTS :  3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans 6 flour tortillas (8 inches) 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained 2/3 cup water 1 envelope taco seasoning 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1 pound ground beef DIRECTIONS : Number one : In a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add water and taco seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Stir in black beans and tomatoes. Simmer, unco...

Today I have an even EASIER version if that is even possible. Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Garlic Pork Chops WITH a side of potatoes like my original recipe. I was going to add carrots too, but with the heat I was a bit worried they’d scorch. Oven Baked Pork Chops Covered In Brown Sugar And Garlic On A Sheet Pan With Yukon Potatoes. One Pan, Almost No Cleanup And The Whole Family Will Love Them. Adapted from :  dinnerthendessert.com INGREDIENTS fresh parsley chopped salt and pepper 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 4 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons garlic minced 2 Bone in thick pork chops, about 1 inch thick INSTRUCTIONS Number one : Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Number two : Heat vegetable oil in a oven safe skillet (I use cast iron) on medium high heat. Sear the pork chops for 3 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside Number three : In the same skillet reduce heat to low and add butter, ga...

I have always loved fried rice. I could probably eat an entire bowl. The great thing about this recipe is that you can add whatever you would like! I have added bacon, chicken, and ham. It is the perfect fried rice base and they say the secret ingredient to get the authentic Chinese taste is sesame oil. Whatever it may be it is fantastic! Adapted from :  therecipecritic.com INGREDIENTS : 2 tablespoon (6 g) green onions, thinly sliced white pepper, as needed for seasoning kosher salt, as needed for seasoning ½ cup (65 g) peas, frozen, defrosted ¼ cup (30 g) minced white onion 1 teaspoon (15 ml) sesame oil ½ cup (70 g) diced carrots, ¼-inch dice 2 large eggs, whisked 1 tablespoon (10 g) minced garlic 1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil, divided 2 cups (480 ml) water 1 cup (180 g) jasmine rice, uncooked INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : In a 3-quart sized saucepan, rinse uncooked rice with cool water until it runs clear, then drain off excess water. Number two...

This is not your average pasta salad. With chicken, avocado, tomatoes, chickpeas ,and feta cheese, it’ll be an instant favorite. Avocados in the dressing makes this pasta salad extra creamy and full of heart-healthy fats! The best part is that this delicious meal can be ready in only 15 minutes! Adapted from :  ifit.com INGREDIENTS : 1 Tablespoon olive oil 2 Tablespoons lemon juice 2 cloves garlic , minced 2 slices bacon , cooked and crumbled 2/3 cup fresh basil leaves , chopped 2 avocados , peeled, seeded, and chopped 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes , halved 8 ounces farfalle pasta salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside to cool. Number two : In a large bowl toss together the cherry tomatoes, avocado, bacon, basil, and garlic. Number three : Drizzle mixture with lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.  Number four : Top with Parmesan cheese.

One thing I really love about shrimp is how quickly it can cook, obviously meaning dinner can be ready in no time. Another great thing about shrimp is that it’s a good source of nutrients like selenium, vitamin B12 and phosphorous. You’ll also be so happy with how easy these shrimp boil foil packets are to throw together, yet they are packed with delicious flavors. This is a dinner win for sure! Adapted from :  cookingclassy.com INGREDIENTS 4 tbsp. butter 1 lemon, sliced into thin wedges Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley 2 smoked andouille sausages, thinly sliced Kosher salt 1 lb. red bliss potatoes, chopped into 1-in pieces 1 tbsp. Old Bay seasoning 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 ears corn, each cut crosswise into 4 pieces 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined DIRECTIONS Number one : Preheat grill over high heat, or preheat oven to 425°. Cut 4 sheets of foil about 12 inches long. Divide shrimp, garlic, sausage, corn, and po...

This homemade version is ready in minutes and has that same great restaurant flavor. There’s nothing better than a delicious Asian dish that’s not only easy to make, but also better than takeout. This Best-Ever Pepper Steak is a restaurant quality meal made in the comfort of your own home! Adapted from :  dinneratthezoo.com INGREDIENTS : Cooked white rice, for serving 1 tbsp. freshly minced ginger 3 cloves garlic, minced Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided Kosher salt 1 lb. flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 tbsp. cornstarch 4 tsp. packed brown sugar 2 tbsp. rice wine vinegar 1/4 c. low-sodium soy sauce DIRECTIONS : Number one : Make sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk the soy sauce with the vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch. Set aside.  Number two : In a large skillet over high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add flank steak, season with salt, and cook until cooked through and sea...

This is our favorite piccata recipe. I have made it several times and never a problem with it! Once you've tried this tangy, yet delicate lemon chicken piccata, you won't hesitate to make it for company. Adapted from :  tasteofhome.com INGREDIENTS : 3 garlic cloves, minced 5 tablespoons lemon juice, divided 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth, divided 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup egg substitute 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons butter 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) INSTRUCTIONS : Number one : Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow dish, combine the egg substitute, 2 tablespoons wine, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, garlic, and hot pepper sauce. In an another shallow dish, combine the flour, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and salt. Coat chicken with flour mixture, dip in egg substitute mixture, then coat ...