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Diamond Post Medal for All Time! 1,246 Posts
May 23, 2017

You won't need regular tortilla shells for these super low carb tacos. These shells are made of one ingredient: cheddar cheese. Fried until they are crispy then hung upside down to form a taco shell shape, they are the perfect treat for anyone on a low carb diet... or just loves cheese!

cheese Tacos on plate

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Silver Post Medal for All Time! 449 Posts
May 16, 2017

Lately, I have been baking this bread and making little innovations to it. There is no need to knead the dough in this recipe, eliminating the most exhausting and time consuming part of baking bread.

Easy No Knead Bread baked in bowl

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Whisking Gluten Free Flour Mix in bowl
Gluten Free Flour MixI have quite a few friends who are gluten intolerant that I love to bake for, but buying pre-made gluten free flour started getting pretty expensive. I started making my own gluten free flour mix with these four ingredients. This flour is great for most baking and bread making needs.

 
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Curried Cauliflower Rice in bowl
Curried Cauliflower RiceThis yummy dish is called rice but it just resembles rice in many ways. Its main star is cauliflower that has been pulsed until it's rice-like. I've served this to many rice lovers and they've all been absolutely in love with it. It's a delicious way to save yourself from a huge amount of calories and not feel so weighed down.

 
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Detox Smoothie in jar
Detox SmoothieThis is the first time I have tried this recipe. I love the taste but I will be doing a couple things different when I make it again.

 
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Lemon Glazed Mango Bundt cake on plate
Lemon Glazed Mango Bundt CakeIt's mango season so I'm really enjoying all the huge mango sales. This is pretty dense mango cake with a lovely, zesty lemon glaze that beautifully punches through it. This recipe calls for mostly basic ingredients and serves 8 to 10.

 
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Milk Candy Balls (Yema) on plate
Milk Candy Balls (Yema)Talking about frugality, I used to sell these candy balls at school. Straight from high school to college I learned to become a small entrepreneur to support myself financially. I earned good money with these candies. I used my earnings to buy some snacks, fare and even school supplies.

 
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Creamy Seafood Dipping Sauce in bowl with plate of shrimp
Creamy Seafood Dipping SauceThis is my absolute favourite seafood dipping sauce ever. It's adapted from a traditional Japanese grilling meat dipping sauce. My friends love this so much they use it with all their veggies and salads, too. Give it a try!

 
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Japanese Pickled Plums on plate
Japanese Pickled Plums (Umeboshi)Umeboshi is a very popular salted pickled plum from Japan. Not only do they taste great with rice dishes, but once ingested, they are high in alkaline content and act as a natural antibiotic. Many use Umeboshi for morning sickness, motion sickness, and a simple cure for hang overs.

 
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Opo Squash, Tofu, Tomato and Shrimp Soup in pan
Opo Squash, Tofu, Tomato, and Shrimp SoupThis is a very flavorful soup recipe that was taught to me by my mother. When time is limited, you can make this soup prepped and cooked in less than thirty minutes. This soup is commonly served with salty dishes to balance out the flavors. I cook this soup when I eat beef dishes.

 
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Soothing Sore Throat Tea
Soothing Sore Throat TeaAll of these ingredients are natural and helpful to soothe cough and throat. They help me feel better. I drink this twice a day when I'm feeling a little sick or having a sore throat.

 
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Spearmint in vase
Harvesting SpearmintWith abundant spearmint plants I dried some, made some fresh tea and started growing new plants. See how and try them yourself!

 
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Oatmeal Waffle on plate
Oatmeal WafflesSimple, but healthier alternative to regular store bought waffles. These are made from leftover oatmeal!

 
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Chicken Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce on plate
Chicken Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping SauceI love making Vietnamese spring rolls, especially for summertime picnics and potlucks. They look pretty fancy but they are so easy to make. You can use any number of fillings for yours. Just like any recipe, it's fun to stray from the usual to suit your tastes!

 
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sesame chicken on rice with vegetables
Easy Sesame ChickenJust as good as any Chinese restaurant, and very quick to make. The majority of my time was spent chopping the chicken. I made the rice in my Instant Pot, so we had dinner in record time.

 
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Creamy Caesar Herb Crusted Haddock on plate with salad
Creamy Caesar Herb Crusted HaddockI just love fish, especially haddock and cod. There are so many things you can do with fish and recipes you can make. I hope you will try this easy recipe.

 
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Easy Berry Pie baked
Easy Berry PieIf you are on a time crunch, pie crusts in the frozen section can help you bake your pies easier.

 
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Fruit and Cacao Breakfast Drink
Fruit and Cacao Breakfast DrinkThis is one method of incorporating superfood cacao powder into a beverage. This is a healthy and filling breakfast drink that I enjoy. Some benefits of cacao powder are that it is a great source of antioxidants, calcium, iron, and magnesium.

 
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Herb and Yogurt Soup in bowl with dollop of yogurt
Herb and Yogurt SoupThis is my mother's recipe for a rather unusual but really, delicious soup. Everyone who has had the pleasure of eating it says its the most comforting, hearty, yummy soup they've ever had. I always request it when I've had a bad day... or a good day! We hope you try it!

 
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Bacon Wrapped Barbecue Chicken
Bacon Wrapped Barbecue ChickenYou know that anything with bacon has got to be good. These are good baked in the oven but they can also be cooked on the grill. I used chicken thighs and legs but you can use chicken breasts or skinless boneless chicken.

 
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cut Isaw in a bowl
Crispy Filipino IsawIsaw is a famous Filipino street food usually made from chicken's intestines. Most of the time they are put on skewers for barbecue or they are deep fried. The intestines are turned inside out and washed with flowing water several times then boiled before they are placed on barbecue sticks.

 
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Japanese Style Fried Chicken (Karate) on plate
Japanese Style Fried Chicken (Karaage)Karaage (pronounced kara-ah-geh) is a super yummy Japanese style fried chicken. It has always been my favourite as far as fried foods. You can have them as an appetizer but we eat them as one of many little dishes when we make Japanese food.

 
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adding flour to pan
Baked Spaghetti with Mushroom Cream SauceSpaghetti is the family's favorite dish. We all love it cheesy and creamy but garnishing it with grated cheese won't satisfy them. So I decided to make the white sauce that's usually topped in baked spaghetti and added some mushrooms, hotdog and ham for an extra twist to the recipe.

 
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Steamed Fiddleheads on plate
Steamed FiddleheadsFiddleheads are a fern that are harvested as a vegetable. They are full of vitamin A and C as well as a good source of fibre and omega 3 fatty acids. They are a spring time vegetable that taste very similar to asparagus. I am steaming these but fiddleheads can also be used in soup, salad and pastas.

 
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Healthy Baked Drumsticks ready to serve
Healthy Baked DrumsticksUpcoming party potluck? This is my go to recipe. It is healthier than fried chicken, since it is baked!

 
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Bow Tie Pasta with Fire Roasted Tomatoes and Cheese
Bow Tie Pasta with Fire Roasted Tomatoes and CheeseBow tie pasta and fire roasted tomatoes with yummy melted cheese on top!

 
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Ham with Sweet Mustard Sauce cooked in casserole
Ham with Sweet Mustard SauceMustard tastes good with ham. You can use the extra sauce on your vegetables, potatoes or rice. You can also add pineapple which is always nice with ham and makes an even sweeter sauce.

 
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Homemade Baby Food peaches in cup
Homemade Baby FoodYou can make fresh homemade baby food right at home with a blendtec. It is very easy and healthy since you know exactly what is in your baby's food. This recipe only calls out for one simple ingredient, peaches!

 
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Flourless Chicken Pizza Crust pieces on plate
Flourless Chicken Pizza CrustI am head over heels in love with this low carb pizza. The crust is made of three ingredients: ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, and an egg. It tastes just like pizza! This is a super high protein, paleo-friendly, keto-friendly, and a gluten-free delight. I urge you to give it a try.

 
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Kabocha Spinach Soup in bowl
Kabocha Spinach SoupThis is a very healthy and quick soup to make. Kabocha has many health benefits, and is low in carbohydrates.

 
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Baked Banana Oatmeal Cups on cooling rack
Baked Banana Oatmeal CupsVery easy to make, and they freeze well. A healthy breakfast for a workday morning. I didn't have the chocolate chips, so I eliminated them, but I'm sure they would be even better if I had added them.

 
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Roasted Sweet Potato Fries on plate
Roasted Sweet Potato FriesThese sweet potato fries are a nice side to any meal. They are quick and easy to prepare. You can adjust the species to your taste.

 
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Easy Chocolate Ganache in bowl
Easy Chocolate GanacheI needed a chocolate ganache to frost a cake and didn't have time to go to the store to get heavy cream, so I made this alternative using chocolate chips, butter and milk. You can use it as a dessert topping, too!

 
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Stuffed Bitter Melon Soup in bowl
Stuffed Bitter Melon SoupBitter melon has amazing health benefits. This is one way I like to eat it without it being too bitter, because it is balanced with stuffed turkey and shrimp. Very healthy soup and goes great with rice!

 
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Caramelized Yellow Tail and Baby Back Ribs with red pepper slices
Caramelized Yellow Tail and Baby Back RibsThis is a unique combination of fish and meat, but pairs deliciously together. This is a entree that is often requested in our household, and goes well with rice.

 
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Strawberry Banana Bread cut on plate
Strawberry Banana BreadI was craving banana bread the other day when I came across a strawberry sale so I decided to try making this strawberry banana bread. You will love how the strawberries burst with every bite. I think it will be a hit for summer potlucks!

 
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Black Bean Veggie Burger on plate
Black Bean Veggie BurgersIn an attempt to eat better, I have curtailed eating meat. I still have fish and some chicken, but don't do most of the stuff you might normally expect. I have been collecting recipes on meatless meals and came upon this one.

 
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Broiled Haddock over Broccoli Alfredo Fettuccine
Broiled Haddock over Broccoli Alfredo FettuccineIf you are looking for something different to do with fish, you will love this. This dish goes a long way, because you don't need large pieces of fish because you are serving it with pasta. This recipe will feed 4 people, and is a very frugal.

 
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Avocado Hummus in bowl
Avocado HummusThis alternative to the usual hummus has quickly become my favourite version. It is mostly a swap out using avocados instead of tahini. It's great because I rarely have tahini in my house.

 
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Korean-Style Noodle Soup with Chicken and Shrimp in bowl
Korean-Style Noodle Soup with Chicken and ShrimpThis recipe can make at least 8 bowls! Perfect for families or small parties. Very delicious and warming especially for the cold weather, plus all natural and healthy for you! This is one of my favorite soups to eat year round.

 
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Green Pumpkin Flower Soup
Green Pumpkin Flower SoupYes, the flower is eatable. This green pumpkin flower soup is a very cool light quick and easy to make soup.

 
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Roasted Eggplant Dip and Spread
Roasted Eggplant Dip and SpreadI love this recipe as it only has veggies and oil and so easy to make. You can use it as a dip, as a spread on toast or in your sandwiches. It's very versatile!

 
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Sweet and Sticky Chicken
Sweet and Sticky ChickenThis recipe is quick and easy. The flavor is so good. You can use any leftover sauce to pour on your rice or potatoes. This is so delicious you won't be disappointed.

 
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Tuna Mushroom Puffs on plate
Tuna Mushroom PuffsTuna, cheese and mushrooms are my husbands favorite. He loves baked goodies and so I am putting this recipe down for our Father's Day celebration.

 
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glass of Homemade Fruit and Veggie Turmeric Juice
Homemade Fruit and Veggie Turmeric JuiceHealthy and delicious juice, that is loaded with health benefits for your eyes, liver, antioxidants, and vitamins. My family and I make enough to drink for the entire week!

 
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cake covered with custard
Custard Filling and FrostingWhen I was a student, I used to cook this and form them into balls to sell in school. Now I'm glad that I am able to use the same recipe again as cake filling and frosting.

 
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Ginger Chicken Stir Fry in bowl
Ginger Chicken Stir FryA healthy do it yourself ginger chicken stir fry that pairs perfectly with rice.

 
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Vegan Pineapple Banana Cake on plate
Vegan Pineapple Banana CakeI love baking vegan treats because you don't really notice when you remove the eggs and dairy. This cake has a handful of ingredients and is super moist.

 
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Loaded Baked Potato Mini Muffins
Loaded Baked Potato Mini MuffinsHere is a way to make good use of leftover mashed potatoes. Add a handful of ingredients to the mash and make little muffins that taste like loaded baked potatoes. They make a fabulous snack or side to a dish! If you don't have a mini muffin tin, you can make fewer of the regular size.

 
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baked Blueberry Muffins in muffin tin
One-Bowl Blueberry MuffinsThese are really delicious. There are less bowls to clean up by using the measuring cup to mix your liquid ingredients.

 
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Ground Beef Scalloped Potatoes baked
Ground Beef Scalloped PotatoesThis is a simple, easy recipe that is quick to do up for a last minute meal. Great on those days when you don't have a lot of time to cook. It is really good and very filling.

 
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Lightly Fried Cod Fillet on plate
Lightly Fried Cod FilletQuick, easy and inexpensive lunch or dinner for the entire family of 6!

 
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Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Stuffed Cabbage RollsThese stuffed cabbage rolls have just a little heat from the tomatoes and red chilies, but they are so good you will want to make this again for sure.

 
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Vietnamese Caramelized Catfish and Pineapple in bowl
Vietnamese Caramelized Catfish and PineappleThis is a very popular Vietnamese braised dish commonly made in clay pots, but we cook it in a regular pot. There are many different methods to make this dish, but we like to eat this with fresh pineapple!

 
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Crunchy Fried Shrimp on foil lined tray.
Crunchy Fried ShrimpPerfect platter to bring to a party! We brought this to a Mother's Day party recently.

 
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Tofu Stuffed with Ground Turkey, Shrimp and Mushroom
Tofu Stuffed with Ground Turkey, Shrimp and MushroomThis is one of my favorite meals to eat with rice, because I enjoy tofu and assorted meats all in one juicy bite!

 
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Chicken Stock in bowl
Easy Homemade Chicken StockI never throw out the scraps and bones from my roast chickens. I always turn them into a delicious, hearty chicken stock. This tastes so much better than canned or boxed broth, and also ends up being way cheaper!

 
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Parmesan chicken and cooked pasta
Gluten Free Parmesan ChickenIn our house we have 2 people who cannot eat gluten. It was getting more and more difficult to make meals that we all could eat and enjoy together. So one day I was playing around in the kitchen and came up with this recipe!

 
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cooked Homemade Soft Flatbread
Homemade Soft FlatbreadThis is a recipe on how to make a naan-like flatbread that will stay soft for days. The secret to the softness is using a bit of mashed banana. Don't worry, you won't taste the banana! There are only a handful of ingredients and you can make it in a pan. No yeast, no fuss. Enjoy!

 
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Easy Mayonnaise in bowl
Easy MayonnaiseCaught unexpectedly without mayonnaise I had to whip some up quickly. I was surprised how easy and delicious it was!

 
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Spicy Pickled Cucumbers
Spicy Pickled CucumbersI made some pickled cucumbers that were really tasty! In one batch I peeled the outer layer and in another I didn't. I prefer the peeled ones. Enjoy!

 
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Lettuce Shrimp Soup in bowl
Lettuce Shrimp SoupA healthy and light delicious soup. A great idea if you have a lot of lettuce and buy in bulk like us!

 
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Gluten-Free Oatmeal Spice Muffins
Gluten-Free Oatmeal Spice MuffinsAnyone will love these muffins, whether you are on a gluten-free diet or not! I made these healthier by using Truvia brown sugar blend and using water instead of butter on the tops of the muffins.

 
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Ground Turkey Stuffed Mushrooms with Bell Peppers
Ground Turkey Stuffed Mushrooms with Bell PeppersThis is a healthy and delicious side dish! I am not a fan of vegetables but when incorporated with turkey and shrimp, it is very good!

 
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One Pan Apple Charlotte
One Pan Apple CharlotteI adore this recipe for this decadent dessert because not only is it made in one pan, but it includes ingredients like leftover white sandwich bread and old apples. Believe me when I say it does NOT taste like it. Please try this simple recipe for a beautiful dessert.

 
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Chicken Piccata, rice and vegetables on plate
Pressure Cooker Chicken PiccataThis was so delicious and juicy. A pressure cooker will keep your kitchen cooler in the warmer months ahead for us.

 
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Vietnamese Sponge Gourd and Enoki Mushroom Soup in bowl
Vietnamese Sponge Gourd and Enoki Mushroom SoupThis soup is a staple in our household. We love to eat this very warm soup during our meals. I am personally not a huge fan of vegetables, but this is one of my favorite soups!

 
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Rice Pudding in cups with cinnamon and almond slices
Rice PuddingThis is my mother's recipe for a super simple rice pudding. In this version I ended up adding raisins, almonds, and cinnamon but that is all optional. I'll show how to alter simple, yummy rice pudding into this cinnamon, almond raisin goodness!

 
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Crispy Fried Tofu with Scallions
Crispy Fried Tofu with ScallionsVery delicious tofu with green onions! I especially love eating the entree with rice!

 
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Stir Fry Snow Peas and Mushrooms in bowl
Stir Fry Snow Peas and MushroomsVery quick and easy side dish!

 
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Oven Baked Stuffed Game Hen in pan
Oven Baked Stuffed Game HenA delicious and healthy meal to serve for a family of 4!

 
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Unstuffed Peppers on plate
Unstuffed PeppersThis delicious recipe is similar to stuffed peppers but without holding the ingredients in a pepper. Great, especially if kids (or adults) don't really don't want to eat a whole pepper. It makes a TON too!

 
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piece of Homemade Buko Pie
Homemade Buko PieDuring the weekend my parents harvested coconuts and so we gathered young coconuts or what we call "buko". We ate some of the fresh buko meat and I set aside some for my partner.

 
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Stir Fry Miso Kale Vegetables in bowl
Miso Kale Stir FryVery healthy, fast, and delicious side dish!

 
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Ranch Italian Chicken on plate
Ranch Italian ChickenI made this since my fridge is low on food. I figure why not try it what do I have to lose. Well, I had some chicken wings tossed in the pan. I poured the Ranch and Italian dressing over it.

 
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Tator Tot Breakfast Sandwiches on plate
Tater Tot Breakfast SandwichThe best way to start the day is with a good breakfast. You will find that you do not get as hungry during the day. Although I do not recommend eating this sandwich every day, it sure is good and gluten-free. I only make two sandwiches, one for each of us.

 
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Sweet and Sour Catfish Soup with garnish
Sweet and Sour Catfish SoupThis is a very delicious and healthy soup!

 
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