Healthy Cooking

Jana’s Do-it-yourself Mac and Cheese

Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:1 tsp black pepper3 tablespoons melted butter1 tbsp dried onion flakes4 cups elbow pasta1 tsp paprika4 cups of grated sharp cheddar cheese4 cups of skim milk2 tbsp whole wheat flourInstructions:Preheat your oven to 350°F.In a large pot, cook pasta as directed until al dente. Drain, rinse, and set aside.While the pasta is cooking, heat up…

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Black Bean Brownies

Black Bean Brownies

Ingredients:15 oz can black beans, rinsed and rained2 tablespoons canola oil1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce2 eggs1 egg yolk3/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa1 1/2 tablespoons instant espresso powder3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup walnuts, choppedInstructions:Preheat oven to 350° F. Mix beans, oil, applesauce, eggs, egg…

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Chili Gobi

Chili Gobi

Ingredients:1 medium cauliflower1/2 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon chili sauce1 teaspoon corn starchcurry leaves1 egg1 tablespoon ginger, made into a paste3 green chiliesoil2 onions, chopped1/2 cup plain flour1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon sugar1 tablespoon tomato sauce1 vegetable bouillon cubeInstructions:Make a batter with pepper powder, beaten egg (or cornstarch), flour, vegetable stock (or water) and salt.Dip cauliflower…

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Black Bean and Veggie Burgers with Corn Salsa

Black Bean and Veggie Burgers with Corn Salsa

Ingredients:1 can black beans, rinsed, drained and mashed2 cups canned corn1 carrot, peeled and diced1/2 cup celery, diced1 teaspoon Creole seasoning (more or less to taste)1/4 cup flour1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped1-2 cloves garlic, minced2 garlic cloves, minced2 green onions, diced1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon ground black pepper (more or less to taste)1 teaspoon…

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Brussels Sprouts In Honey Butter With Chili Flakes

Brussels Sprouts In Honey Butter With Chili Flakes

Ingredients:1 pound brussels sprouts1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon honeySea saltSprinkle of red chili flakesInstructions:Trim any loose or yellow leaves from the sprouts. Cut the stem off of each brussels sprout and then cut each one in half.In a small bowl, mix a tablespoon of soft butter (microwave it for 10-20 seconds if it’s coming straight from…

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Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili with Bulgar

Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili with Bulgar

Ingredients:1 TB Ancho Chili Powder1/2 cup Bulgur1 Medium size Butternut Squash, Peeled, seeds removed & medium diced2 TB Chipotle Chiles in Adobo Sauce, chopped2 cups Black Beans, cooked14 oz can Fire Roasted Tomatoes, Diced1 tablespoon garlic1 tsp ground Coriander1 tsp ground Cumin1 TB Olive Oil1 tsp dried Mexican Oregano1 Red Onion, choppedSalt and pepper to…

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Butternut Squash Quinoa Burgers

Butternut Squash Quinoa Burgers

Ingredients:1/2 cup butternut squash, cooked1/4 cup quinoa, dry5 ounces feta, crumbled1 organic egg2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric1 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper2 tablespoons coconut oil or organic butter1 fresh lemon4 whole wheat rolls (optional)2 cups mixed baby greensInstructions:In a small…

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Vegetable-Bean Chili

Vegetable-Bean Chili

Ingredients:2 Bay leaves2 cans Beans1 can (16-oz) tomato sauce1 can whole peeled tomatoes2 mediums Carrots, finely choppedteaspoon Cayenne pepper2 Ribs celery, with leaves, finely chopped2 tablespoons Chili powdercup Frozen corn2 teaspoons Cumin2 Ears corn, kernels cut off4 cloves of garlic1 medium green bell pepper chopped1 onion, chopped2 teaspoons OreganoSalt to taste2 mediums Tomatoes -or-1 cup…

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All American Sloppy Joes

All American Sloppy Joes

Ingredients:100 grams American barbecue sauce4 Homemade burger buns, split, toasted, and buttere2 Garlic cloves, minced1/2 Green bell pepper, diced450 grams Ground beef1 teaspoon Hot sauce1 tablespoon Olive oilSalt and freshly ground black pepper2 Shallots, chopped180 grams Tomato sauce2/3 tablespoon Worcestershire sauceInstructions:Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add in minced garlic, shallots, and green…

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Baked Sweet Chili Carrot Fries

Baked Sweet Chili Carrot Fries

Ingredients:16 carrots, peeled and julienned1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon agave nectar1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon chili powderBlack pepper, to tasteInstructions:Preheat oven to 425 degrees.Place the carrot sticks in a large Tupperware bowl that has a tight-fitting lid.Pour oil and remaining ingredients into the bowl, on top of the…

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