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• My Life On A PlateQuick and easy family meals in no time Homemade delicious dishes from my kitchen to yours
• Recipe IndexAppetizers Pages 3-4 Breakfast/Granola
• About Me Aliki PetrakisMeet Aliki, a vibrant food vlogger based in Toronto, who infuses her Greek heritage into every dish she shares. As a new mom to a lively baby boy and happily married, Aliki's kitchen has become her sanctuary, where she blends simple recipes with cherished traditional Greek flavors.
• Maple Pecan BakedBrie 1. Preheat your oven to 350F, score your brie and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes
• Page 51. To a food processor combine 8oz of feta, 1 garlic and herb Boursin cheese, pepper/salt to taste, and enough olive oil to reach a smooth consistency 2. Add the dip to a serving plate, top it with roughly chopped pistachios, and drizzle it with honey for a sweet and salty balance
• X2 SERVINGSThe Dish That Started It All Papaya Boats CONTAINS
• CONTAINSALLERGEN Peanut Butter and Jam Granola
• Page 89. And enjoy! 1. Preheat your oven to 325F
• on each side7. And enjoy! 1. In a bowl combine 1 cup of flour, 1 cup of cornmeal, 1/2 a teaspoon of salt, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 a teaspoon baking soda. Mix
• Cinnamon RaisinGranola ANUTS CONTAINS
• X 10 SERVINGS1. Combine 3 cups of oats, 1/2 a cup of crushed pecans, 1/2 a cup of unsweetened coconut, 1/3 a cup of natural cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of instant espresso powder 2. In a separate bowl combine 1/2 a cup of olive oil and 1/2 a cup of maple syrup
• PeppermintMocha Granola
• Page 13To a blender add: 1. 2 peeled oranges
• Page 141. In a bowl combine 1 can of light coconut milk, 1 can of water, a splash of maple syrup, and 1/2 a cup of chia seeds 2. Mix and allow to sit for 15 minutes 3. Mix again and store covered in the fridge
• Page 151. To a blender add 1 1/2 cups of oats, 2 eggs, 1/2-3/4 a cup of unsweetened apple sauce, 1/2 a cup milk, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/4 a teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/2 a teaspoon of nutmeg, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of coconut sugar 2. Blend until smooth
• Page 164. And enjoy! 1. Add 1 container of roasted unsalted peanuts to a food processor
• Page 171. Wash wild greens really well and trim stems (you can find them in certain grocerystores as well) 2. Bring the largest pot you have to a boil over medium heat
• Prasopita1. Start by slicing 3 leeks and washing throughly 2. Heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the leeks, 2 small minced cloves of garlic, and 3 sliced green onions until soft about 8-10 minutes
• Page 191. 1 cup of olive oil 2. 1/2 a cup sugar 3. 1/4 a cup beer
• Greek Baked Beans1. Preheat the oven to 400F 2. In the meantime rinse and drain 2 cans of lima beans 3. To a skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat 4. Add 1 small diced onion, 2 minced cloves of garlic, and 3 diced carrots and sauté for about 5 minutes
• Greek Frappe1. To your glass add 1-2 teaspoons of sugar 2. Followed by 2 teaspoons of instant coffee 3. Add a little cold water 4. Whisk everything together
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• Vasilopita1. Preheat your oven to 350F X 9 SERVINGS
• Spanakopita1. Thaw 1 box of phyllo pastry in the refrigerator overnight (do not remove from the box) and bring to room temperature before using 2. Preheat your oven to 375F
• PHILEOSBIOAOTIKO ORGANIC of Sparta
• Fakes (Greek Lentil Soup)X4 SERVINGS 1. Add 2 cups of green lentils to a pot, fill with water and allow to come to a boil over medium high heat
• 1. Preheat your oven to 350FCONTAINS LLERGEN
• Dakos SaladX 2 SERVINGS 1. Break up 4 barley rusks into pieces (you may need to run them under some cold water first to soften)
• Arakas Greek Pea & Potato Stew1. Heat olive oil over medium heat 2. Sauté 1 diced onion for a few minutes
• 1. Preheat your oven to 400FGreek Lemon Potatoes and Beef Burgers 2. Peel and slice 13 small yukon gold potatoes or enough to fill a 9x13 pan
• Page 31MP Greek Easter Eggs
• Gemista1. Clean and hollow out 5-6 bell peppers and 3 tomatoes (reserve the tops) 2. Arrange them in a baking dish and pop in the oven at 350F for 15 minutes 3. Meanwhile prepare the filling by heating olive oil over medium heat
• X 4 SERVINGS1. Combine 4 handfuls of trahana, 3 cups of warm water, 1 cup of milk, 1-2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, and 1 chicken stock cube (cube is optional) 2. Turn the heat to medium high heat and constantly stir until it starts to thicken
• Spanakorizo1. Start by sautéing 1 diced onion in olive oil over medium heat 2. Add 3 minced cloves of garlic and sauté for additional 1-2 minutes 3. Add 2 bags of fresh spinach and wilt it down. Season with salt and pepper
• 1. Preheat the oven to 400F9. And enjoy! 2. Sauté 3 diced green onions and 1/2 a small diced onion in some olive oil. Season with black pepper
• 1. Preheat your oven to 400F7. And enjoy! 2. Place 4 chicken legs and diced yukon gold potatoes in a baking dish
• 1. Heat olive oil over medium high heat2. Add 1 diced onion and 2 diced carrots and sauté until softened 3. Add 2 cloves of garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes 4. Add 1 28oz can of drained/rinsed chickpeas and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil
• 4. Form the meatballs1. In a bowl combine 2lb of ground beef, 1 egg, salt, pepper, 1/2 a cup of parsley, 1/2 a cup of rice, 1 grated onion, and 2 grated cloves of garlic. Mix! 2. Place in the fridge for 15-20 minutes
• Page 397. Serve and enjoy! 1. Sauté 5 mild Italian sausages over medium high heat in some olive oil until brown. Remove, slice, and set aside 2. In the same pan over medium heat, sauté 1 diced onion and 3 sliced bell peppers until softened
• 1. 1lb of ground beef7.1 egg 4. And enjoy!
• 1. Grease your baking pan with cooking spray2. In a pan heat olive oil over medium heat My
• Tsoureki1. Combine 1 package of active dry yeast, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 cup of warm milk. Set aside to bloom for about 15 minutes 2. Then add 1/2 a cup of melted cooled unsalted butter, 1/4 a cup of fresh orange juice and 1/4 a cup of honey
• Page 437. Serve and enjoy! 1. Start by peeling 6-7 yukon gold potatoes and placing them in cold water as you peel
• Page 441. Heat olive oil over medium high heat and sauté 18-20 shallots for a few minutes and then add 600g of halved mushrooms and cook for another couple of minutes 2. Add 3 minced cloves of garlic and cook for about a minute 3. Add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and stir to combine 4. Deglaze with 1/2 a cup of red wine and allow to reduce
• 1. Heat your pan over medium high heat2. Add a little olive oil and add the ground beef in chunks and leave to form a crust before flipping over 3. Add 1 diced onion and 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook for a few more minutes
• Loukoumades1. Combine 2 cups of all purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1/2 a teaspoon of salt, 1 package of yeast, and 1 tablespoon of baking powder 2. Then add 1 1/2 cups of lukewarm water and mix with your hand until smooth
• 1. Peel and cut the potatoes into slices2. Fry them in hot olive oil until they are golden 3. Remove the potatoes and empty the hot olive oil in a metallic bowl.
• Kolokithokeftdes1. Grate 2 medium size zucchinis (I had about 4 cups worth after draining) and then squeeze out the excess moisture 2. To a bowl add the grated zucchini, 2 eggs, 3 sliced green onions, 1/4 a cup of chopped mint, 1/4 a cup of chopped parsley, 3/4 a cup of feta, 1/2 a cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and salt/pepper to taste 3. Mix until combined
• Soutzoukakia1. Take a thick piece of bread, remove the crusts, and soak in a bowl with 1/4 a cup of milk. Set aside for a couple of minutes 2. Squeeze out the liquid and add the bread to a large bowl with 500g of gound beef, 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley, 1 large egg, 1 small finely chopped onion, 1 minced clove of garlic, 1/2 a teaspoon each of salt, cumin, cinnamon, and oregano. As well as 1/4 a teaspoon of pepper. Mix to combine
• My YIAYIA's Galaktoboureko1. Start by making the syrup; in a pot, combine 2 cups of sugar, 3 cups of water, 1 cinnamon stick, and lemon peel/juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce and simmer for a few minutes. Set aside to cool 2. In a large pot combine 8 cups of milk, 1/2 a cup of sugar and 1 cup of fine semolina
• Page 51Pisia 1. Start by bringing a pot of salted water to a boil over medium high heat
• Kourabiedes1. Preheat your oven to 350F 2. In your stand mixer on high speed combine 1 cup of salted butter and 1/2 a cup of icing sugar. Scraping down the sides as you go. It will take about 10 minutes
• Page 536. And enjoy! 1. Broil 2 jalapeños until charred
• Maroulosalata1. To a bowl add 1 large head of romaine, 1 bunch of green onions, 1-2 grated cloves of garlic 2. Pour over 1/2 a cup of olive oil, 1/4 a cup of red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste
• Page 5511. And enjoy! 1. Start by heating olive oil over medium high heat 2. Cube and season your pork with salt and pepper 3. Sear on both sides to form a crust and then remove
• Makaronia Me Kima1. To a Dutch oven add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and a splash of olive oil over medium high heat 2. Once heated add 2 finely diced small onions and 1 large finely diced carrot. Sauté until softened 3. Add 4 minced cloves of garlic 4. Then add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and let it caramelize for a minute or two
• Spanakopita Brownies1. Start by sautéing 1 leek and 1 small onion over medium heat in some olive oil until tender 2. Then add 350g of chopped spinach and Horta. Cook until wilted
• Spanakorizo with Orzo1. In a pot over medium heat, sauté 1 diced onion and 1/2 a cup of chopped green onion for a few minutes 2. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook an additional minute
• Page 591. In a bowl combine 1 block of crumbled feta, 1 cup of plain yogurt, 3 eggs, salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 a cup of flour, 1/3 a cup of olive oil, 1/4 a cup of fresh chopped mint, 1/4 a cup of fresh chopped parsley, 3 spring onions chopped, and 4 cups grated squash squeezed 2. Add to a lightly greased baking dish
• 7. Pour over potatoes and mix9. Cover and chill in the fridge 10. And enjoy!
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• Koulourakia1. In a bowl combine 1 1/2 cups of sugar with the zest of 1 large orange 2. Then add in 1/2 a cup of olive oil, 1/2 a cup of corn oil, and 1/2 a cup of metaxa. Mix
• Page 631. Add 3 cups of water to a pot over medium high heat. Bring to a boil 2. Wash 1 cup of rice really well and add it to the boiling water. Immediately reduce heat to medium and keep stirring until the water is absorbed and the rice is starting to soften 3. Add 4 cups of milk slowly while continuing to whisk 4. After the first cup add orange zest (optional), a cinnamon stick, and vanilla
• 2. Mix1. In a bowl combine 1lb of rinsed Italian style rice, 1/3 a parsley, 1 finely chopped onion, 1 teaspoon of oregano, a drizzle of olive oil, and salt/pepper to taste 3. Lay a grape leaf, vein side up, flat on your work surface. Place filling in the center of the leaf and then fold the left and right sides together and then roll up
• Page 652. Blitz and enjoy! 1. To your food processor combine 3/4 a cup of mint leaves, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of Dijon, 2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar, the juice of half a lemon, 1/2 a cup of olive oil, 1 clove of garlic, salt, and pepper to taste
• Page 663. And enjoy! 1. To a large bowl combine 4 cups of cooked bowtie pasta, crumbled feta, 3 cups of chopped spinach, 1/4 a cup of fresh chopped parsley, and sliced red onion
• Page 67sauce 3. Mix and enjoy!
• Page 681. Add 3-4 cups of spinach, 1/2 a small red onion, 1 cup of diced strawberries, 1/2 a cup of crushed pecans, 1 diced avocado, and 1/4 a cup of crumbled feta to a bowl 2. Top with a homemade grapefruit balsamic vinaigrette
• Page 694. And enjoy! 1. In a bowl lay out 3 cups of arugula and drizzle with olive oil 2. Top with sliced citrus (3), 2 tablespoons of chopped pistachios, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, and crumbled shallot and chive boursin cheese
• Cottage Cheese Bowl1. In a bowl, combine 1 cup of cottage cheese, 1/2 a cup of rinsed chickpeas, 1/2 a cup of diced cherry tomatoes, 1/4 a cup of pitted kalamata olives, 1/2 a cup of diced cucumber, 1/2 a cup of thinly sliced red onion and top it off with a light drizzle of balasamic glaze, olive oil and salt & pepper (to taste) 2. And enjoy!
• Page 711. Cook 1 cup of orzo according to package instructions 2. During the last few minutes add your chopped asparagus and 1 cup of frozen peas 3. Drain and rinse
• Mom's Classic Coleslaw1. Shred 2 cups of green cabbage and 2 cups of red cabbage 2. Clean and grate 1 carrot
• Tuna Pasta SaladX8 SERVINGS 1. Cook 4 cups of penne pasta according to package directions
• X 6 SERVINGS1. In a bowl combine 3 cups of rotini pasta, 8 mini grilled sweet peppers (peeled), 2 small diced grilled zucchini, and 1/3 cup of crumbled feta 2. Pour over a homemade dressing made with 1/2 a cup of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of oregano, 1/2 a teaspoon of honey, 3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, and fresh lemon juice
• X 4 SERVINGS4. And enjoy! 1. In a bowl combine 1 thinly sliced red onion, 4 small diced tomatoes, 1 sliced cucumber, 1 sliced green bell pepper, and kalamata olives 2. Top with a dressing consisting of 1/4 a cup of olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, and 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
• Page 763. Pour over salad and enjoy! 1. To a bowl add 1 cup of cooked couscous, 1 thinly sliced. English cucumber, 1 thinly sliced shallot, 1/2 a bunch of thinly sliced radishes, 1/3 a cup of parsley finely chopped, and crumbled feta
• 4. Add the dressing5. Toss and enjoy! 1. To your food processor add 1/2 a cup of olive oil, 1 small shallot, 1 clove of garlic, the zest and juice of 1 small lemon, 1 teaspoon of dijon mustard, 1/2 a teaspoon of honey, and salt/pepper to taste. Blitz
• Page 781. To a bowl add 6 cups of finely chopped kale, drizzle with a little olive oil, and massage to soften 2. Then add 1/3 a cup of chopped dates, 1/3 a cup of slivered almonds, 1 can of rinsed/drained chickpeas, and 1/2 a cup of crumbled feta
• crumbled feta1. Peel, cube, and boil potatoes until tender 2. In a bowl combine your boiled and cooled potatoes, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, Kalamata olives and 3. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano
• Page 801. Preheat your oven to 400F and cook 3-4 slices of prosciutto for 10-12 minutes 2. Allow to cool slightly and crumble into pieces
• South Your Mouth9. Serve and enjoy! 1. Heat olive oil over medium high heat
• Baked Feta Fall Pasta1. Combine half a block of feta, 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, and 2 cups of butternut squash in a baking dish 2. Drizzle with some olive oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, 1/2 a teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
• Broccoli Mac & Chesse1. Cook 2 cups of elbow macaroni according to package directions in salted water until Al dente (reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining) 2. Meanwhile in a large skillet over medium heat melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, then add 2 tablespoons of flour whisking constantly until combined 3. Slowly add 2 cups of milk mixing until combined
• X4 SERVINGSCreamy Zucchini Pasta 1. In a large skillet on medium heat, warm up 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil
• water if needed11. And enjoy! 1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions in salted water until al dente
• Spicy ZucchiniPesto 1. Grate 2 cups worth of zucchini and squeeze out the liquid
• X4 SERVINGS7. Blend until smooth 1. Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over medium high heat
• Page 889. And enjoy! 1. Cook pappardelle according to instructions. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water
• Page 899. And enjoy! 1. Preheat your oven to 425F and prep your spaghetti squash by cutting it in half. Drizzle the inside with some olive oil. Bake cut side down for 45-50 minutes
• Page 908. And enjoy! 1. Heat olive oil over medium heat. Meanwhile add 4 cups of broth to a pot over medium heat. Let it come to a simmer and then lower the heat so that it is kept warm
• Lasagna1. Start by heating olive oil over medium heat 2. Sauté 1 diced onion and diced 2 carrots until softened
• 9. Cook until Al dente10. And enjoy! 11. Heat olive oil over medium heat
• Chicken and BroccoliAlfredo Bake
• Page 9410. Serve and enjoy! 1. Heat olive oil over medium high heat
• Page 9511. Serve and enjoy! 1. Sauté 1 onion in olive oil over medium heat 2. Add 3 minced cloves of garlic
• 1. Preheat the oven to 400F9. And enjoy! 2. Add your diced pumpkin to a 9x13 baking dish and drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, nutmeg, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Mix
• 1. Preheat your oven to 375F10. Stir in the pasta 2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 16oz of rotini pasta 1-2 minutes short of Al dente. Drain and set aside
• Page 989. And enjoy! 1. Heat olive oil over medium heat
• Page 991. To a food processor add 3 cups of basil, 1-2 cloves of garlic, 1/2 a cup of pecorino Romano, 5-6 tablespoons of olive oil, and the juice of half a lemon. Mix 2. Add 1/4 a cup of chopped pistachios, salt, and pepper. Mix again
• Page 1001. To a blender add the peel and juice from 1 lemon, 2 cloves of garlic, 1/2 a cup of slivered almonds, 1/2 a cup of Parmesan, and salt/pepper to taste 2. Blend and slowly stream in 1/2-3/4 a cup of olive oil 3. Serve with pasta and enjoy!
• Page 101MID Fig and Gorgonzola Rigatoni
• 4. Salt water and add pasta1. Start by heating olive oil over medium high heat 2. Meanwhile start bringing a pot of water to a boil
• Page 1031. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt, and cook 5 small diced potatoes until fork tender 2. Remove and place in a bowl, add a pinch of nutmeg, 3/4 a cup of milk or water, and crumbled Gorgonzola. Blend until smooth
• Page 104STAUB 2. Preheat the oven to 400F
• Page 1051. To a large bowl combine 1lb of ground chicken, 1/2 a diced onion, 1 large minced clove of garlic, 3/4 a cup of chopped spinach, 1/3 a cup of crumbled feta, 1/4 a teaspoon of pepper, 1/2 a teaspoon of oregano, and salt to taste 2. Mix and chill in the fridge
• 1. Cube and prep 4 chicken breastsFeta Brined Chicken
• 1. Preheat your oven to 425F8. Let it rest and enjoy! 2. For the herb butter combine 3 tablespoons of very softened room temperature unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped rosemary, 1/4 a teaspoon of pepper, 1/2 a teaspoon of salt, 1 minced clove of garlic, lemon zest, 1/2 a teaspoon of Dijon, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• X1 SERVINGPeach, Serrano Ham and Fresh Mozzarella Pizza 1. Add a drizzle of olive oil to your pizza crust
• X 4 SERVINGSArayes 1. In a bowl combine 1lb of ground beef, 1 small onion finely grated/draine 3 cloves of garlic minced, 1/2 a cup of fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon each of paprika and salt. 1/2 a teaspoon of black pepper, cumin, and cayenne. And 1/4 a teaspoon each of nutmeg and cinnamon
• Beer Battered Fish and Homemade Tartar SauceTarter sauce recipe: 1. To a bowl add 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1 minced clove of garlic, 1 1/2 tablespoons of chopped capers, 1/4 a cup of sweet relish, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, salt, pepper, and a pinch cayenne. 2. Mix and enjoy!
• X 4 SERVINGSPappa al Pomodoro 1. Heat olive oil over medium heat
• Page 1121. Start by peeling and cubing 4 large potatoes. Add them to a pot, cover with water and cook over medium high heat until fork tender 2. Meanwhile heat olive oil over medium high heat, add 1 small diced onion, 2 diced carrots, and sauté until soft
• 1. Preheat your oven to 425F4. Slice some red onion 2. Peel and slice the neck of your butternut squash into half moon shapes
• Page 11412. And enjoy! 1. Season meat with salt, steak seasoning, and pepper and sear on all sides on medium high until a nice crust forms in some olive oil
• 2. In a bowl add 2 eggs. Whisk1. Prep 4 chicken breast. Butterfly and pound thin. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder 3. In a separate bowl add 1 1/2 cups of Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, 1/3 a cup of freshly grated pecorino Romano cheese, Italian seasoning, and 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley
• Page 11610. And enjoy! 1. First heat olive oil over medium high heat, add 2 diced. chicken breasts and sear to get some colour. Season with salt and pepper. Remove and set aside
• 9. Preheat your oven to 375F12. And enjoy! 1. Core a head of cabbage and place in a pot with boiling water until the leaves remove easily and start to soften. Set aside to drain/cool
• Page 1181. Sauté 1 diced onion over medium heat in olive oil until translucent (if you have fresh ginger, add it as well) 2. Add 3 minced cloves of garlic and cook until fragrant
• 1. Preheat the oven to 275F2. Remove the membrane and pat the ribs dry 3. Add a mustard binder on both sides
• Page 1201. To a crockpot add 3-4 (cleaned/prepped) chicken breasts and season with 1 teaspoon of cayenne (adjust to your liking), 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 1/2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1/2 a teaspoon of salt, 1/4 a teaspoon of cumin, and 1/4 a teaspoon of pepper 2. Drizzle with 3/4 a cup of honey, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of sriracha chili sauce
• Page 1219. And enjoy! 1. Melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat
• 1. Heat olive oil over medium high heat2. Sauté 1 diced onion and 2 diced bell peppers until soft 3. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook another minute 4. Add 1lb of ground beef and cook until brown
• Page 1231. Heat oil over medium heat and sauté 1/2 a diced onion, 1 inch of diced fresh ginger and 2 diced cloves of garlic until fragrant 2. Season with 1/2 a teaspoon each of turmeric and cumin. And 1 teaspoon of curry powder
• 3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours1. Season your 2.5lb piece of pork with 1-1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, 1/2 a teaspoon of pepper, 1 1/2 teaspoons of oregano, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1/2 a teaspoon of chili powder (adjust spice to your liking) 2. Add to your crockpot along with 1 small bay leaf, 1 small cinnamon stick, the juice of 1 lime, the juice of 1 orange, 1 small chopped onion, and 2 smashed cloves of garlic
• Page 1258. And enjoy! 1. In a bowl whisk together the 1/4 a cup of olive oil, 1/3 a cup of soy sauce, 1/2 a cup of honey, salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon minced ginger, a squeeze of lime juice, and 3 minced cloves of garlic (save some to make a glaze)
• Page 1268. Serve and enjoy! 1. Slice 3-4 bell peppers in half and remove the seeds
• 1. Cube up 4 chicken breast2. Make the chimichuri marinade in your food processor by combining 2 cups of loosely packed parsley, 3 cloves of garlic, 1/2 a cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1/2 a teaspoon of salt, 1/4 a teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 1/4 a teaspoon of pepper, 1 teaspoon of oregano, 1 shallot, a touch of honey, and the juice of 1/2 a lemon 3. Blend
• Beef Stew1. Cube and season 2lbs of beef with salt, pepper, 1/2 a teaspoon of oregano, and 2 tablespoons of flour 2. To a pot set over medium high heat, sear the beef in olive oil until brown on each side. Then remove and set aside
• LeftoverThanksgiving Hand Pies 1. To a skillet over medium high heat, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter
• Page 1301. Start by thinly slicing 2 chicken breasts ( I try to get 3. pieces per) 2. Add to a bowl and cover with pickle juice. Allow to marinate for an hour
• 1. Remove the membrane from the ribs2. Cut in half and pat dry Honey Garlic
• Apple Cider PorkRoast 1. Season your pork roast with salt and pepper. Set aside
• Page 1331. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium high heat 2. Add 1 diced onion and 2 peeled and diced apples. Sauté for a few minutes 3. Add the peeled and cubed butternut squash and season with a few sprigs of fresh thyme, 1/2 a teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 a teaspoon of nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook until starting to soften
• 1. Heat olive oil over medium high heat2. Sauté 1 diced onion and 1 diced butternut squash for a few minutes 3. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes
• 1. Preheat your oven to 425F2. To a baking tray add 1 diced onion, 1 head of garlic, 2 red peppers, cherry tomatoes, and 3 halved tomatoes 3. Drizzle everything with salt, pepper, olive oil, and fresh thyme
• X 4 SERVINGS8. And enjoy! 1. Wash and cut 1 large cauliflower into small pieces 2. Add cauliflower to a baking tray along with 1/2 a large chopped onion and 2 cloves of garlic wrapped in foil
• One PotLasagna Soup X 4 SERVINGS
• 1. Preheat your oven to 400F7. Serve and enjoy! 2. To a baking dish add 2 cored/halved up pears, 1 peeled/cubed butternut squash, 1 roughly chopped onion, and 3 cloves of garlic (wrapped in foil)
• 1. Preheat your oven to 400F minutes or until tender7. And enjoy! 2. To a baking tray add 1 small diced butternut squash, 3 chopped carrots, 1 roughly diced onion, 1 head of garlic, 1-2 diced gala apple, and 1 diced sweet potato
• Page 1408. And enjoy! 1. Heat olive oil over medium heat
• 1. Preheat your oven to 400F2. To a baking tray add 1 diced sweet potato, 3 chopped carrots, 1 roughly chopped onion, a small head of garlic, and 1 chopped apple 3. Season everything with olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, a pinch of cayenne, and a pinch of nutmeg
• X 4 SERVINGS1. To a baking tray add 1 halved butternut squash (remove seeds), 1 roughly chopped onion, one head of garlic with the top removed, and one quartered tomato. Drizzle with olive oil and roast for 30-40 minutes at 400F 2. Add veggies to blender and mix in 2-2 1/2 cups of chicken broth and 1/2 a cup of milk
• 1. Heat olive oil over medium high heat2. Add 1 diced onion, 4 diced carrots, 1/2 of a diced butternut squash and saute until they start to soften 3. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes
• 9. And enjoy1. Heat olive oil over medium h 2. Add a sprig of rosemary and toast for a couple of minutes 3. Add 1 diced onion, 2 cups of cubed butternut squash, and 2 diced carrots. Sauté until soft
• 1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat2. Add 1 diced onion and sauté 3. Then add 3 minced cloves of garlic
• HomemadeChicken Broth
• Page 1479. And enjoy! 1. Heat olive oil over medium heat
• Page 1489. And enjoy! X4 SERVINGS
• 1.2 1/2 cups of all purpose flour2. 1/2 a cup of cold cubed unsalted butter 3. 1/2 a cup of sweet potato purée room temperature
• Gingerbread Tiramisu1. In a large bowl whip together 2 tablespoons of molasses, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/2 a teaspoon of ginger, 1/4 a teaspoon of nutmeg, 1/2 a cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1 1/2 cups of room temperature mascarpone until combined 3. Then whip 1 cup of cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form over medium high speed and fold that in the mascarpone mixture
• Healthy Chocolate Zucchini Bread1. 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini (I squeezed a little of the liquid out) 2. 1 cup of flour
• Homemade Apple Butter1. Chop and core 18 small apples into cubes 2. Add them to a large pot, along with 1/2-3/4 a cup of brown sugar, the zest of 2 oranges, and 2 tablespoons of pumpkin pie spice
• X 9 SERVINGSOlympic Triple Chocolate Muffins 1. Mix 1 1/2 teaspoons of instant espresso and 1/2 a cup of natural cocoa powder into 1/2 a cup of hot water and set aside to cool
• X12 SERVINGSGreek Coffee Cake 1. Start by melting 1 cup of unsalted butter over low heat
• Page 1558. And enjoy! 1. Separate 4 eggs into 2 bowls (yolks in one and whites in another) 2. Add 6 tablespoons of sugar (more if you like it sweeter) to the yolks and whisk until well combined, add 2 cups of room temperature mascarpone and whisk again
• X9 SERVINGS1. Preheat your oven to 375F 2. In a bowl combine 1 cup of oat flour, 1/2 a cup of sifted unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 a teaspoon of baking soda, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/4 a teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 a teaspoon of instant espresso powder
• X 12 SERVINGS1. Preheat your oven to 350F and grease/flour 2 8 inch round cake pans 2. In a large mixing bowl combine 3/4 a cup of natural cocoa powder, 2 cups of all purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder. 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 a teaspoon of salt
• X9 SERVINGSGreek Caprice No Churn Ice Cream Sandwiches 1. Arrange a layer of Greek bisquit cookies to the bottom of a square baking pan lined with parchment paper
• Chocolate MousseX 2 SERVINGS 1. In a bowl combine 1 can of chilled coconut cream (reserve liquid part if needed), 3 tablespoons of natural unsweetened cocoa and 2 tablespoons of pure mape syrup
• X 4 SERVINGSHigh Protein Pistachio Cottage Cheese Ice Cream 1. Start by blending 1 cup of pistachios until it turns to a paste 2. Add 2 cups of cottage cheese and 1/4 a cup of pure maple syrup.
• 8. Bake for 12-15 minutes9. Let cool and enjoy! 1. Combine 1/2 a cup of sugar, 1/4 a cup of brown sugar, a pinch of salt, and 1/2 a cup of melted/cooled unsalted butter 2. Whisk in 1 room temperature egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla 3. Mix in 1 1/4 cups of all purpose flour and 1/2 a teaspoon of baking soda
• 10 SERVINGS No Churn TiramisuIce Cream 1. Start by adding 2 cups of cold heavy whipping cream to your stand mixer and whip on medium high until peaks form
• X10 SERVINGS1. In a pot over medium heat combine 1/4 a cup of sugar, 2-3 tablespoons of cornstarch, 1/2 a teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. 2. Stir in 1/2 a cup of water and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice 3. Add 3 cups of fresh blueberries, mix, and bring to a boil. Once boiled continue cooking over medium heat until thickened about 3 minutes
• Page 1641. In a large bowl whip together 1 cup of pumpkin purée, 1 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice, 1/2 a cup of brown sugar, and 2 cups of room temperature mascarpone until combined 3. Then whip 1 cup of cream until stiff peaks form over medium high speed and fold that in the mixture 4. Brew 1 1/2 cups of strong coffee with 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and let that cool
• Pumpkin Bread1. Mix 1 1/2 cups of pumpkin purée, 2 eggs, 1/4 a cup of buttermilk, 1/2 a cup of olive oil, and 3/4 cup of coconut sugar (adjust to your liking) 2. In a separate bowl combine 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice, 1/2 a teaspoon salt, and 1 3/4 cups of all purpose flour
• Page 1661. Preheat the oven to 425F and butter the inside of a 9" springform pan. 2. Press two layers of parchment paper into the bottom and up the sides. They should stick up about 2 inches above the edge of the pan
• 1. Preheat your oven to 350F4. Mix to combine 2. In one bowl combine 1 1/2 cups of flour, 3/4 cups of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 a teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 a teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1/2 a teaspoon of salt
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• 4. Mix in a splash of vanilla9. And enjoy! 1. In a pot combine 1 cup of sugar, 1/3 a cup of cornstarch, and 1/2 a teaspoon of salt
• Page 1718. Slice and enjoy! 1. In a bowl mix/mash together 4 medium ripe bananas, 1/4 a cup of melted unsalted butter, 1/4 a cup of milk, 1/2 a cup of maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, and 2 room temperature eggs (I didn't fully mash the bananas)
• 1. 1 cup unsalted butter softened2. 2 eggs room temperature 3.2 1/4 cups of flour
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• Page 1741. Brew 2 cups of strong coffee or espresso and set aside to cool 2. In your stand mixer, add 1 1/2 cups of cold whipping cream and beat on medium high speed. Slowly add 1/4 a cup of sugar until stiff peaks form
• Page 1751. In a bowl combine 3/4-1 a cup of brown sugar, 1/4 a cup unsweetened applesauce, 2 room temperature eggs, 1/2 a cup of olive oil, and 1/2 a cup of room temperature yogurt 2. Add 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1/2 a teaspoon baking soda, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 a teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 a teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/4 a teaspoon ginger 3. Mix in 3/4 a cup of raisins and 1 1/2 cups of grated carrots 4. Bake 350F for 35-40 minutes
• Lemon and RosemaryBurnt Basque Cheesecake
• 1. Preheat your oven to 350F2. Separate 5 room temperature eggs Coconut
• Page 1781. Start by melting 1/2 a cup of unsalted butter and setting it aside to cool slightly 2. Infuse 1/4 a cup of granulated sugar with the zest of 1 lemon
• Whipped chocolate ganacheS'mores Ice Box Cake
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• Page 1811. In a bowl combine 2 1/2 cups of flour, 1/4 a cup of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1/2 a teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon 2. Add 1/2 a cup of cold cubed unsalted butter and cut it into the dough until small pea shapes remain
• Page 1821. To a greased baking dish add bite size pieces of panettone 2. Make a custard containing 6 eggs, 1 1/2 cups of milk, 1 cup of cream, 1/4 a cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/2 a teaspoon of salt 3. Pour the custard evenly over the dish and use a spoon to make sure everything is submerged in the custard
• Page 1831. Brew 2 cups of strong coffee and set aside to cool 2. Bring two inches of water to a boil. Then lower the heat to medium low and using a double broiler whisk 4 egg yolks and 2/3 a cup of sugar until pale in colour. Set aside to cool
• Page 1841. To a large bowl combine 3 cups of whole wheat flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1/2 a teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 a teaspoon of salt, and 3 tablespoons of brown sugar 2. Cube 1 cup of unsalted butter and work that into the dough until corse sand forms 3. Make a well and add 1 cup of buttermilk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Stir until just combined
• Page 1851. In a bowl combine 1 cup of flour, 1/2 a teaspoon of baking powder, 1/4 a teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Mix! 2. Make a well in the center and add 1 room temperature egg and enough milk to reach a pourable pancake batter consistency. Mix and set aside
• Pumpkin Chocolate ChipCookies 1. In a large bowl combine 1 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 a teaspoon of baking powder, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 a teaspoon of nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon of cloves, 1/8 teaspoon of ginger, 1/2 teaspoon of instant espresso powder
• Strawberry Basil Shortcake Cake1. The night before make a basil infused whip cream by adding a cup of whipping cream to a pot over medium heat. Stir until it starts to bubble slightly, then remove from heat 2. Stir in a handful of fresh basil, cover, and allow to steep for 20-30 minutes depending how intense you want the basil taste
• 1. Preheat oven to 350FCoconut Cake 2. In a bowl combine 2 cups of flour, 3/4 a teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon baking soda and 2 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1. Preheat your oven to 400F2. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and allow to have some overhang so it's easy to remove after 3. Top with saltines
• 1. 1 teaspoon baking soda3. 1/2 a teaspoon of salt 4. 2 large room temperature eggs
• Apple CrumblePie 1. Make the crumble topping by combining 1 cup of flour, 1 cup of oats, 1/2 a cup of brown sugar, 1/2 a cup of cold cubed unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/4 a teaspoon of salt (store in the fridge) 2. Preheat the oven to 350F
• 1. The zest of 1 lemon2. 1 large egg 4. 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Page 1931. Place dry pitted dates in a bowl and cover with hot water 2. Allow to soak for 10 minutes 3. Place in a blender along with salt, cinnamon, vanilla, and enough of the leftover water or coconut milk until a smooth consistency is reached
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• Page 1951. In a large bowl combine 3 cups of flour, 1/2 a teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of yeast, 1/4 a cup of brown sugar, 1/2 a teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 a teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1/4 a teaspoon of cloves 2. Then add 3/4 a cup of pumpkin puree and 1 1/2-1 3/4 a cup of warm water
• Cinnamon Raisin Bread1. In a large bowl combine 3 cups of all purpose flour, 1/2 a teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of yeast, 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, 1/4 a cup of brown sugar, and 3/4 a cup of raisins 2. Pour in 1 1/2 cups of warm water and mix until well combined (make sure all the flour is incorporated, you may need to use your hands) 3. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise until double in size at least 5 hours
• 9. Use a knife to score the top1. In a bowl combine 3 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of yeast, and 1-2 tablespoons of freshly chopped rosemary. Mix! 2. Slowly add 1 1/2-1 3/4 cups of warm water until the dough comes together
• CroissantBread 1. In a large bowl combine 3 cups of all purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of active dry yeast
• CinnamonBrown Sugar Loaf
• Olive and FetaBread 1. Combine 3 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of yeast, 1/2-1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of dry. oregano
• Page 20112. And enjoy! 1. In a bowl combine 3 cups of flour, 1 cup of cornmeal, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of yeast
• PeanutButter and Jam Loaf
• Page 2033. And enjoy! 1. To a bowl add 1/2 a finely chopped fennel bulb, 1/2 a finely diced red onion, 1 tablespoon of chopped capers, 1/4 a cup of chopped walnuts, the juice of 1 lemon, salt, pepper, 2 finely diced chicken breast, 1 tablespoon of Dijon, and 3/4 a cup of homemade mayo
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