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Appetizers Entrees Holiday Large Groups Quick Snacks

Hot Sammies for a Crowd

Prep Time: 20 mins / Cook Time: 10 mins / Total Time: 30 mins 12 servings / 24 sandwiches Ingredients 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 small yellow onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup) or 2 tablespoons dried minced onion 1 tablespoon poppy seeds, optional 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 […]

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Appetizers Holiday

Cranberry Brie Bites

Total Time: 20 minutes Prep Time: 20 minutes Serves 12 Ingredients Non-stick cooking spray 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish 2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest 1 package puff pastry, defrosted in the fridge 6 ounces brie, cut into ½-inch cubes ½ cup cranberry chutney (or […]

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Appetizers Entrees Gluten Free Quick Veggies and Sides

Portobello Mushroom Pizzas

Prep Time: 5 Min Cook Time: 15 Min Total Time: 20 Min Ingredients 1 portobello mushroom cap (cleaned with the stem removed) 2 tbsp marinara sauce (or sliced tomato, more if needed for larger mushrooms) 1/4 cup part skim shredded mozzarella cheese Toppings of choice! Directions Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Clean the mushroom […]

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Crispy Movie-Night Chickpeas

Compliance Level Kickstart, Lifestyle Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 35 minutes Total Time 40 minutes Servings 2 Ingredients Can of chickpeas garbanzo beans 1 Tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp salt Seasonings of your choice Instructions Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Drain your can of beans and rinse in a strainer. Lay out a paper towel or a cookie sheet and dump the rinsed beans on top. Top with another […]

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Appetizers Sides Veggies and Sides

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction, Dried Cherries, and Toasted Pecans

Prep Time: 10 MinutesCook Time: 30-35 MinutesServings: 4-6 Ingredients 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 tablespoons avocado oil Salt 1 medium apple (fuji, gala, pinova, honeycrisp), sliced ¼ inch thick and then cut in half 1 cup balsamic vinegar ¼ cup dried cherries 1/3 cup raw pecans, dry roasted then roughly chopped Directions Preheat oven to […]

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Appetizers Entrees Paleo Seafood

Paleo Salmon Cakes

Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 10 minutesTotal Time: 15 minutes Servings: 6 people Ingredients 2 ea Sockeye Salmon Fillet skin removed ¼ c red bell pepper small dice ¼ c scallions minced ¼ c Paleo breadcrumbs or almond flour substitute with regular panko breadcrumbs if not Paleo 2 Tbsp mayonnaise preferably Paleo Kitchen 2 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp kosher salt ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 Tbsp avocado oil Instructions Preheat oven to 400°F. Remove the skin from the salmon filet. To do this, […]

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Appetizers Paleo WLC

Bacon Wrapped Pears

Easy Paleo Appetizer  Prep time10 minsCook time30 minsTotal time40 mins  Ingredients 2 pears, skin on and quartered 8 slices of bacon Instructions Preheat oven to 400F. Cover a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Wrap each quarter of pear with a slice of bacon and place on the baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, […]

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Appetizers Dips, Sauces, Seasonings and Spreads Gluten Free Keto

Tuscan Chicken Dip

This creamy, cheesy Tuscan chicken dip is a gluten-free/Keto marvel! A low-carb version of chicken pasta in dip form, Italian-inspired recipe Ingredients 2 ea ButcherBox Chicken Breasts, bnls / sknls 2 c chicken stock 2 8 oz pkg cream cheese room temperature 5 oz fresh baby spinach 1 14 oz can artichoke hearts rough chop ½ c olives roughly chopped 5 sprigs fresh oregano finely chopped (or substitute with 2 tsp dried oregano) […]

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Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs

Ingredients 1 lb Ground Beef 1 lb Bacon extra crispy, rough chopped 1½ c cheddar cheese shredded ⅓ c ketchup ½ c panko bread crumbs 1 egg ½ tsp kosher salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper Special Sauce 1 c mayonnaise ⅓ c ketchup ¼ c dill pickles minced Instructions Preheat oven to 350℉. Combine all ingredients together in a mixing bowl. Form into tablespoon size balls and place an inch apart on parchment lined baking sheet. Bake […]

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Appetizers Entrees Keto Paleo Seafood

Seared Scallops with Bacon Lemon Cream Sauce

Ingredients 1 lb Sea Scallops 6 slices Bacon 1 Tbsp ghee or avocado oil 1 tsp kosher salt ½ tsp black pepper 1 ea lemon juiced and zested 1 c heavy cream Instructions Preheat oven to 400℉. Place bacon slices on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, then flip slices and continue to bake until crispy, approximately 10 more minutes. Once bacon has cooled, finely […]

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Appetizers Entrees Keto Seafood Sides WLC

Salmon Croquettes with Remoulade

Crisp, a little tangy, and effortlessly fancy, these salmon croquettes with remoulade are the perfect holiday appetizer. They’re also Paleo—just use Paleo mayo—so that you or your guests don’t feel guilty about popping three or four in one sitting. Ingredients 2 ea Sockeye Salmon Fillet Poaching Liquid 1 c white wine ½ c chicken stock or water 10 sprigs fresh tarragon Croquettes ¾ c almond meal ¼ c […]

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Appetizers Gluten Free Keto Salads Sides Snacks

CAPRESE SALAD SKEWERS WITH PESTO & BACON

Serves  10 (3 skewers each) Ingredients 10 oz Grape tomatoes (30 tomatoes) 5 slices Bacon (cooked; each cut into 6 pieces) 1/2 oz Fresh basil (30 leaves) 10 oz Fresh mozzarella balls (minis; 30 pieces) Toothpicks 1/4 cup Basil pesto 2 tbsp Olive oil Black pepper (fresh) Instructions Skewer the tomatoes, bacon pieces, fresh basil, and mozzarella balls onto the toothpicks, in that order. (You can fold any larger basil pieces as needed.) […]

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Appetizers Breakfasts Desserts Holiday Sides Sweets and Treats

Filled Fourth of July Strawberries

Ingredients 6 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 4 teaspoons confectioners’ sugar 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 12 strawberries, hulled 12 small blueberries Instructions 1.In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Transfer to […]

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Appetizers Entrees Gluten Free Paleo Seafood Whole30

Marinated Chili Lime Shrimp Skewers

Ingredients:25 Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined½ cup garlic infused olive oil (regular olive oil will due, just add 2 more large cloves of crushed garlic)¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice2 tbsp. chili powder2 garlic cloves, crushed1 tbsp. ginger, chopped½ tsp. red chili flakes5 wooden skewers, soakedLimes for serving Instructions: Mix your olive oil, lime juice, […]

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Appetizers Paleo Seafood Whole30

Mushroom, Avocado & Shrimp Bites with Mint

Ingredients:9 Baby Bello Stuffers, washed and stems removed1/4 cup Olive Oil, plus more for coating mushroom caps1 lb. Shrimp (you will have extra…for snacking or you can get more caps)1 tsp. Chili Powder1/2 tsp. Smoked Paprika1/16 tsp. Cayenne Pepper1 Avocado2 tbsp. Grapefruit Juice1 tbsp. Mint, choppedSalt & PepperWhole Mint Leaves for Garnish Instructions: Combine 1/4 cup […]

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Appetizers Gluten Free Paleo Whole30

Sweet Potato Toast Party

Ingredients:1/2 Purple Sweet Potato1/2 Sweet PotatoExtra Virgin Olive OilSalt & Pepper3 Avocado, scooped and smashedJuice of 1 Lime1 Blood Orange, supremedCrushed Red PepperPomegranate SeedsFresh Mint, choppedProsciuttoBlackberriesFresh Lemon ZestTrader Joe’s Everything Bagel SeasoningFresh Chives, chopped Instructions:Preheat oven to 400°F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut your sweet potatoes in ¼” thick slices and […]

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Appetizers Whole30

Bacon Wrapped Chorizo Stuffed Dates

Ingredients Chorizo Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates1 cup dates (about 20 dates)5 ounces chorizo3 1/2 slices bacon, cut in half length wise and then cut in thirds For the Spicy Red Pepper Sauce2 heaping cups chopped red peppers – I used a variety of bell, mini bell, and cherry3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped1/2 cup chopped onion1 […]

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Appetizers Whole30

Prawn & Avocado Bites

Ingredients 20 raw king prawns1 avocado1 medium cucumber1 tsp coconut oil For the guacamole2 tbsp lemon juice1/8 tsp garlic salt1/8 tsp cayenne pepperLarge bunch of fresh coriander For the prawns1/8 tsp cayenne pepper1/8 tsp garlic salt1/4 tsp oreganolarge pinch coarse salt1 tbsp lemon juice Ingredients BEGIN by slicing the cucumber into rounds, you will need […]

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Appetizers Dairy Free Paleo Seafood

Sockeye Salmon Bites

PREP COOK SERVES 15 Minutes 15 Minutes 36 Bites Ingredients 1 Tablespoon avocado oil or extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, chopped fine 1 Tablespoon grated ginger ¼ cup dry white wine or mirin (rice cooking wine) ⅓ cup soy sauce 1 Tablespoon orange juice 1 Tablespoon honey 1-1/2 to 2 pounds Alaska Sockeye […]

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Appetizers Dairy Free Gluten Free Paleo Whole30 WLC

Prosciutto & Melon Pesto Poppers

Prep Time 15 minutesTotal Time 0:15Serves 18 poppers – 6 cups Ingredients 1 cup cubed melon 1 cup cubed cantaloupe 8 ounces prosciutto 4-5 ounces of pesto* Directions Cube fruit into small pieces that all look the same. Fold each piece of prosciutto in half lengthwise then roll it. Cut it each roll in half and repeat with […]

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Appetizers Entrees Keto Paleo Snacks Veggies and Sides WLC

BLT Stuffed Avocado

INGREDIENTS 2 medium Avocado 2 slices Bacon 1/2 cup Grape tomatoes (halved) 1/2 cup Romaine lettuce (chopped) 1 tsp Lime juice 1/4 tsp Garlic powder 1/4 tsp Sea salt 1/8 tsp Black pepper INSTRUCTIONS Place bacon onto a skillet while the skillet is still cold. Cook the bacon over low or medium-low heat until the edges start to curl. Flip and continue cooking until golden and crispy. This process may take 5 minutes […]

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Appetizers Keto Paleo Snacks

Low Carb Tortilla Chips (Keto, Gluten-free)

 Prep Time 10 minutes /  Cook Time 10 minutes  Servings: 7 servings (10 1.5″ chips each) INGREDIENTS 2 cups Almond flour 1/2 tsp Chili powder 1/2 tsp Garlic powder 1/2 tsp Cumin 1/4 tsp Paprika 1/4 tsp Sea salt 1 large Egg (beaten) 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) INSTRUCTIONS Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour and spices. Add the egg […]

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Appetizers Keto Sides Veggies and Sides

Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries

 Prep Time 10 minutes + Cook Time 15 minutes  Servings: 4 servings INGREDIENTS 2 medium Zucchini 3/4 cup Grated parmesan cheese 1 large Egg 1/4 tsp Garlic powder 1/4 tsp Black pepper INSTRUCTIONS Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C). Line and lightly grease a baking sheet. (Parchment paper works best, but foil might be okay if you grease it very well.) Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise 4 […]

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Deviled Eggs

Makes 12 deviled eggs Ingredients 6 large eggs 2 to 2 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 teaspoons yellow mustard Salt and pepper Paprika, for garnishing Minced parsley or other fresh herbs, for garnishing Instructions Hard-boil the eggs. Place the eggs in a medium saucepan and fill with enough cool water to cover the eggs by an inch or two. Place the […]

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Appetizers Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Paleo PN Anytime Sides Veggies and Sides WLC

Instant Pot Artichokes

Total Time: 20 mins / Serving: 2 Ingredients 2 artichokes (1/2lb, 250g each, 11″ circumference) 4 cloves (13g) garlic, minced 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter Kosher Salt to taste (about 2 pinches) Optional: lemon juice from 1 lemon Instructions Wash Artichokes: Submerge artichokes in cold water for 5 minutes. Optional – Prep Artichokes: Cut stem off and trim about 1 […]

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Appetizers Dips, Sauces, Seasonings and Spreads Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

Instant Pot Spinach Dip

Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb fresh spinach 1 Tbsp olive oil 1/2 C. chicken broth 1/2 C. sour cream 1/2 C. mayonnaise 8 oz cream cheese, cubed 1 C. shredded mozzarella cheese 1 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp salt, or more to taste 1/4 tsp pepper, or more to taste Instructions […]

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Appetizers Dips, Sauces, Seasonings and Spreads Entrees WLC

Falafel Balls with Yoghurt Dip Recipe

Ingredients (makes 6 falafel balls): Falafel: 250g tinned chickpeas, drained and rinsed ½ lemon, juiced 1 small handful fresh parsley, roughly chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground coriander 2 tbsp wholemeal flour Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tbsp olive oil Yoghurt Dip: 100g plain low-fat yoghurt ½ garlic […]

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Appetizers Entrees Kids Paleo WLC

Lean & Mean Meatballs

Ingredients 1 lb ground lamb, turkey or chicken 1/2 c scallions, finely chopped 1 tsp fresh garlic, chopped 2 T fresh mint leaves, chopped 1 tsp. Thai seasoning 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground allspice 1 tsp. salt 1 T coconut aminos 2 T warm water 1/4 tsp. baking powder Instructions 1 Heat oven […]

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Appetizers Sides WLC

Tangy Mango Salsa Salad

Servings: 2 Salad Ingredients: 1/2 mango, cubed 1/2 cup of red bell pepper (capsicum), chopped 1/4 cup of green bell pepper (capsicum), chopped 1/4 cup green onion (spring onion), chopped 1/4 cilantro, finely chopped 1/2 avocado, chopped Dressing Ingredients: 2 tbsp white wine vinegar 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and […]

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Appetizers Paleo Soups and Stews WLC

Simple Paleo Butternut Squash Soup

Ingredients 1 butternut squashes (1 is good for about 3 good portions); 1 can of coconut milk, depending on the number of squashes you prepare 2 carrots 1 onion 1 apple 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/8 tsp nutmeg Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; Any fresh or dried herb you’ve got laying around; […]

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Appetizers Breads

Homemade Clean Eating Pitas

Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Servings: 12 Calories: 192 kcal Ingredients 2 1/2 Cups Einkorn Flour 1/2 Cup Light Spelt Flour 1 1/2 tsp Real Salt 1 Package (2 1/4) Yeast 1 Tbl Honey 1 Cup + 2 Tbl Warm Water Instructions Combine the einkorn flour, spelt flour, salt, and yeast in the […]

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Appetizers Dips, Sauces, Seasonings and Spreads Paleo Veggies and Sides WLC

Baba Ganoush

Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Very similar to hummus – dip vegetables or pita bread in it or use as a sandwich spread. Servings: 8 servings Calories: 68 kcal Ingredients 1 Large Eggplant (or two small) 1/4 Cup Tahini Paste 3 Tbl Lemon Juice 2 Cloves Garlic, minced 1 tsp Real Salt […]

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Easy Oven Baked Paleo Meatballs

Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Yield: 24-27 Ingredients 1 pound grass-fed ground beef 1 pound ground turkey (check for no added ingredients) 1 egg, room temperature 2 tablespoons italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup almond flour 2 tablespoons coconut aminos Instructions Preheat the oven to 400° and line a sheet tray […]

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Baked Brie

Ingredients:  1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated crescent dinner rolls or 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated Crescent Dough Sheet 1 round (8 oz) Brie cheese 1 egg, beaten Instructions: 1. Heat oven to 350°F 2. If using crescent rolls: Unroll dough; separate crosswise into 2 sections. Pat dough and firmly press perforations to seal, […]

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Easy Guacamole

Prep Time – 10 minutes Serves 5 Ingredients 3 medium avocados 1 medium tomato,chopped 1 tsp lemon juice 1/4 tsp salt Instructions Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly.

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Appetizers Dips, Sauces, Seasonings and Spreads Kids PN Anytime Snacks WLC

Hummus

Prep Time – 20 minutes Serves 10 Ingredients 3 cans chickpeas (5 cups), drained and rinsed thoroughly 5 tbsp tahini 6 cloves garlic, minced Juice from 2 large fresh lemons 1/3 cup olive oil, plus 1 tbsp (for browning garlic) 1/3 tsp salt 1/8 to 1/4 cup water Instructions Brown the garlic in a skillet […]

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Homemade Toasted Ravioli

INGREDIENTS: Olive oil cooking spray 2 egg whites 1/4 tsp sea salt, divided 1/8 tsp plus 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper, divided 1/2 cup fine whole-wheat bread crumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (1 oz) 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried thyme Dash ground cayenne pepper, or to taste 1 9-oz pkg bite-size […]