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Dutch oven chili con carne is comfort food. We all need it. It warms your house, your stomach, and your heart, and is super easy to make. It's a one-pot dish that requires minimal cleanup.

2 lbs lean ground beef
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
2 shallots, or 1 medium onion ( chopped )
1 bell pepper ( chopped )
2 cloves garlic ( chopped )
2 c beef stock ( or 1 c beef stock and 1 c red wine )
2 16-oz cans kidney beans ( drained and rinsed )
1 28-oz can plum tomatoes
2 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp dried oregano
1 Tbsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings, like shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, sliced scallions, Saltine crackers, sliced jalapenos, etc
4
Nutritions

Calories
800

Sodium
833mg
34% DV

Fat
50g
77% DV

Protein
58g
117% DV

Carbs
12g
4% DV

Fiber
7g
29% DV
222

Grilled Vegetables

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Grilling vegetables is not about having special equipment. The best vegetables to grill are the ones that are ripe in your garden or fresh at the market.

2 bell peppers ( remove core and seeds, quarter )
1 large red onion ( peel and quarter )
1 medium eggplant ( cut lengthwise in half-inch slices or rounds )
1 medium zucchini ( cut lengthwise in half-inch slices or rounds )
1/2 lb asparagus ( cut off woody ends )
2 medium tomatoes ( cut in half, or a bunch of grape tomatoes, leave whole )
2 large portobello mushrooms ( I like them whole )
1/2 c olive oil ( or more )
Juice from a half lemon or lime
Generous pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked pepper
4
Nutritions

Calories
196

Sodium
818mg
34% DV

Fat
7g
11% DV

Protein
9g
19% DV

Carbs
30g
10% DV

Fiber
5g
21% DV
Photo by Viana Boenzli

This macaroni salad recipe is loaded with goodness. The perfectly creamy dressing over lots of flavors and textures. It is truly a LOADED macaroni salad!

1 lb elbow macaroni
1 c mayonnaise
1/2 c plain Greek yogurt
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 pint cherry tomatoes ( chopped )
2/3 c black and green olives ( chopped )
6 slices thick-cut bacon ( cooked crispy then crumbled )
6 oz feta cheese ( crumbled )
1-1/2 c cucumber ( chopped )
1 c red bell pepper ( chopped )
2 hard boiled eggs ( chopped )
1 whole avocado ( chopped )
1/2 c scallions ( chopped )
20 large leaves of basil ( torn into small pieces )
Salt and pepper to taste
10-12 servings
Nutritions

Calories
1651

Sodium
2378mg
99% DV

Fat
87g
134% DV

Protein
69g
138% DV

Carbs
149g
50% DV

Fiber
32g
129% DV
1124

Refreshing Egg Salad Sandwich

Photo by Viana Boenzli

Viana's sandwich is a delightful combination of sweet & refreshing

4 large eggs
3 Tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp Dijon mustard
3 Tbsp red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 tsp dill
1 Tbsp onion, diced
salt and freshly ground pepper
Nutritions

Calories
126

Sodium
302mg
12% DV

Fat
4g
6% DV

Protein
14g
29% DV

Carbs
16g
5% DV

Fiber
7g
28% DV
Photo by Viana Boenzli

Hummus is one of my favorite go-to quick recipes when guests are coming over...or just for myself on a Saturday afternoon. You can make it at home in less than 5 minutes for about $2!

15 oz can of chickpeas - aka garbanzo beans - drained
1/2 c olive oil
1 Tbsp tahini
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1-2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp salt
Additional Variation Ingredients:
1/2 c red bell pepper, roasted and chopped
10 black olives
2
Nutritions

Calories
784

Sodium
1543mg
64% DV

Fat
15g
24% DV

Protein
38g
76% DV

Carbs
119g
40% DV

Fiber
34g
137% DV
Photo by Erich Boenzli

Gazpacho is an absolutely perfect appetizer (or light main course) on a hot summer day. Today, there are many "traditional" recipes out there. My recipe is not traditional...it's original and adjustable and works with ingredients we already have in our essential pantry. All we need are some fresh tomatoes and a cucumber from your garden or farmer's market. It's more of an idea of a recipe for you to make your own.

2 lbs tomatoes, cored and chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 red bell pepper, cored, deseeded, and chopped
1 shallot, peeled and chopped
1/2 c extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp rice vinegar
3 slices stale baguette
1 tsp cumin
2 tsp salt, more to taste
4 appetizers (plus 2 Bloody Marys)
Nutritions

Calories
333

Sodium
453mg
18% DV

Fat
4g
7% DV

Protein
11g
23% DV

Carbs
64g
21% DV

Fiber
8g
34% DV

Easy vegan one pan cheesy sweet potato black bean tacos. Easy to make and clean up. Perfect, delicious one pan vegan recipe for a busy weeknight. Can be made gluten free. Easy vegan meal for new vegans or college students. Dairy free.

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Slice of Southern: Steak Picado

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Yummy stuffed pepper soup recipe that fits almost any diet. It's packed with protein, low-carb, and loaded with veggies and Italian flavors. Get the recipe here.

This pepper steak recipe is proof that you can make your favorite takeout at home. It is a lot healthier for you, and still tastes just as good. Get the recipe here.

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