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A hearty and flavorful dish of red beans and rice cooked low and slow in a crockpot. Perfect for a chilly night!

Ingredients: 1 lb dried red kidney beans, rinsed and drained. 1 large onion, chopped. 3 celery stalks, chopped. 1 green bell pepper, chopped. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1 lb Andouille sausage, sliced. 6 cups chicken broth. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. 1 teaspoon dried oregano. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper. Salt and black pepper to taste. 4 cups cooked rice, for serving. Green onions, chopped, for garnish.

Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine red kidney beans, onion, celery, bell pepper, garlic, Andouille sausage, chicken broth, thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until beans are tender. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

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This fluffy vegan banana bread is not only gluten-free but also incredibly moist and flavorful. It's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert!

Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas, mashed. 1/4 cup almond milk. 1/4 cup maple syrup. 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour. 1 teaspoon baking powder. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional.

Instructions: Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up. Prepare a loaf pan by greasing it. Put mashed bananas, almond milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Mix baking soda, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and gluten-free flour in a different bowl using a whisk. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix them together until they are just combined. If using walnuts, mix in the chopped nuts. Spread out the batter in the loaf pan that has been greased. Put it in the oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean. The banana bread should cool in the pan for 10 minutes before being moved to a wire rack to cool all the way down.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50-60

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These blueberry muffins are vegan and are light, fluffy, and full of juicy blueberries. They're great for breakfast or as a snack at any time of the day.

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour. 1/2 cup granulated sugar. 1 tbsp baking powder. 1/2 tsp salt. 1 cup almond milk. 1/4 cup vegetable oil. 1 tsp vanilla extract. 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 375F 190C, and grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners. Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Melt the vegetable oil, add the vanilla extract, and mix the almond milk in a different bowl. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and mix them together until they are just mixed. Fold the blueberries in slowly. Fill up each muffin tin about two thirds of the way to the top with batter. Put it in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean. After baking, let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Fresh Flavor Foods

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This homemade roasted tomatillo salsa verde is sour and spicy, and it's great for dipping or topping your favorite keto dishes. It's paleo and low-carb friendly, so you can use it in a lot of different ways and add flavor to your meals.

Ingredients: 1 lb tomatillos, husked and rinsed. 2 serrano peppers, stemmed. 1/2 cup chopped onion. 2 cloves garlic. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves. 1 tablespoon lime juice. Salt to taste. Optional: avocado oil for roasting.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 400F 200C. Place tomatillos and serrano peppers on a baking sheet. Drizzle with avocado oil if desired, and roast for 15-20 minutes until softened and slightly charred. In a blender or food processor, combine roasted tomatillos, serrano peppers, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

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Make the ultimate summer drink - Dandy Shandy. It's the perfect blend of crisp lager beer and sour lemonade.

Dandy Shandy

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Garam masala and lime give an Indian flavor to this simple roast chicken.

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These chunky apple muffins, which have an apple cider flavor, make excellent energy snacks. They are also simple to freeze for a quick snack on the go.

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On New Year's Day, don't forget to eat your black-eyed peas! In this slow cooker adaptation of the classic dish, ham hocks, garlic, and onion are used.

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A juicy fresh mushroom and tomato topping sets this easy bruschetta recipe apart. The cheese-topped appetizers are broiled and served warm.

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A hearty chicken hash suitable for brunch or dinner is made in a skillet with chicken, hash brown potatoes, and smoked Cheddar cheese.

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Rich and delicious pecan pie-inspired syrup is a great way to spice up your pancake breakfast. Whipping cream can be added for an extra treat.

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Braised in butter and vegetable stock, these carrots are a quick and easy side dish seasoned with sumac, rosemary, nutmeg, and sage.

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Here's a great picnic salad! Corkscrew-shaped pasta soaks up a tasty blend of oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, red pepper and Parmesan. After it chills, toss in some broccoli, pepperoni, cherry tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.

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These simple tacos take only 30 minutes to prepare and feature small shrimp that have been generously seasoned with lime juice.

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A colorful carrot side dish with a fruity flavor is made by simmering sliced carrots with orange and pomegranate juice.