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Paleo Beer Brined BBQ Chicken

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Tender, juicy chicken thighs are enhanced with flavorful paleo-friendly beer and aromatic spices in this recipe for Paleo Beer Brined BBQ Chicken. The dish is then finished with a smoky-sweet BBQ glaze. This is a filling dish that grilling enthusiasts following a paleo diet will love. Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1 bottle of paleo-friendly beer 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons coconut aminos 1 tablespoon honey optional, for a touch of sweetness 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and black pepper to taste Paleo-friendly BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the paleo-friendly beer, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, coconut aminos, honey if using, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper Stir until well combined Add the...

Copycat Lunch Lady Pizza

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This simple recipe will help you make your own version of the famous Lunch Lady Pizza. With lots of toppings and melty cheese, its a hit with everyone Ingredients: 1 lb pizza dough 1 cup pizza sauce 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni 1/2 cup sliced green bell peppers 1/2 cup sliced onions 1/2 cup sliced black olives 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional Instructions: Set your oven to 475F 245C before you start cooking On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to the thickness you want Place the dough on a pizza stone or baking sheet after it has been rolled out Dont cover the dough with pizza sauce all the way to the edges; leave a little space for the crust Put half of the mozzarella cheese shreds on top of the sauce Pepperoni, green bell peppers, onions, black olives,...

Cuban Black Beans & Rice Bowl

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This Cuban-inspired dish features hearty black beans simmered in flavorful spices, served over fluffy rice and topped with creamy avocado and zesty lime. Its a satisfying and nutritious meal thats perfect for any occasion. Ingredients: 1 cup dried black beans, soaked overnight 2 cups vegetable broth 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 bell pepper, diced 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp oregano Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups cooked rice 1 avocado, sliced 1 lime, cut into wedges Fresh cilantro for garnish Instructions: Put soaked black beans and vegetable broth in a large pot Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let it cook for an hour or two and a half, until the beans are soft Put the onion, garlic, and bell pepper in a skillet and cook them until they get soft Add the vegetables that have been sauted to the black beans that have already been c...

Air Fryer Asparagus and Snow Pea Salad

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You can make this Air Fryer Asparagus and Snow Pea Salad very quickly and easily. It has sweet snow peas, tender-crisp asparagus, and a tangy balsamic dressing. You can eat it as a side salad with any meal or as a light and refreshing main dish. Ingredients: 1 bunch of green asparagus, trimmed 1 cup snow peas, trimmed 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped Instructions: Preheat your air fryer to 400F 200C Toss the trimmed asparagus and snow peas with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl Place the seasoned asparagus and snow peas in the air fryer basket Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until they are tender and slightly crispy In a separate bowl, whisk to...

Pesto Caprese Pasta Salad

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This Pesto Caprese Pasta Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. It combines the classic flavors of caprese salad with the addition of pesto, creating a delightful fusion of tastes. Its easy to make and can be served as a main dish or a side dish. Ingredients: 8 oz pasta 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved 1/3 cup basil pesto 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil leaves for garnish Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the pasta until it is al dente Let it cool down after draining Put cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls in a large bowl Toss the salad in the bowl with the basil pesto and balsamic vinegar until everything is well covered Add pepper and salt to taste Before serving, sprinkle with fresh basil leaves

Grilled Garlic and Red Pepper Potatoes

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These Grilled Garlic and Red Pepper Potatoes are a tasty side dish that is great for grilling in the summer. Garlic, red bell peppers, and spices give the potatoes an irresistible flavor, and grilling them gives them a smoky char that makes them taste even better. Ingredients: 4 large potatoes, washed and sliced into 1/4 inch rounds 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 red bell peppers, diced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Instructions: Warm the grill up to a medium-high level To make the potatoes and peppers taste great, mix them with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and dried thyme in a large bowl Put a big piece of foil over the grills grate The potato mix should be spread out evenly on the foil Grill the potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping them over once, or until they are soft and lightly charred Enjo...

Teryaki Shrimp and Seared Eggplant Bowl

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This bowl of shrimp and eggplant cooked in teryaki sauce is a tasty and healthy meal thats full of flavor. Adding tender seared eggplants to savory teryaki shrimp makes a dish thats filling and great for lunch or dinner. Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 medium eggplants, sliced 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tbsp honey 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp grated ginger 2 tbsp sesame oil 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving Green onions, sliced, for garnish Sesame seeds, for garnish Instructions: Get soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger together in a bowl This is how you make teryaki sauce Put shrimp in half of the teriyaki sauce and let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes Set a pan on medium heat and add the olive oil It will take about 34 minutes per side to cook the eggplant slices until they are golden brown and soft Take it out ...