All posts by “Flexitarian Foodie

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Maple Caramel Corn

A couple of days ago, I was randomly craving caramel corn.  If you have never had homemade caramel corn but only the boxed/bagged version, this is something you may want to try. Ingredients 1 Tbsp maple syrup 1 Tbsp packed light brown sugar 1 bag… Read More

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Fall Minestrone Soup

1 bunch kale, stems removed 2 medium zucchini, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1 48 oz can diced tomatoes, with juice 1 head cauliflower, chopped 1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 3 whole cloves garlic, peeled 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon dried Italian… Read More

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Hearty Split Pea Soup

Ingredients 1 large sweet potato, cut into half-inch cubes 2 cups small brussel sprouts, halved 4 small carrots, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 2 medium ribs celery, chopped 2 cups ham, cut into half-inch cubes 1 10 oz bag frozen corn 1 14 oz bag… Read More

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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Serves 4-6 Ingredients 1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 1 medium red onion, sliced 1 large cucumber, chopped 1 medium tomato, chopped 1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives, diced 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1 Tbsp chopped fresh dill 1/4 cup crumbled feta… Read More

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Southwest Grits

Southwest Grits Serves 1-2 Ingredients 1/4 cup quick cooking grits 1 cup water 1 Tbsp cream cheese 2 Tbsp bottled salsa 2 tsp canned chopped roasted green chiles 2 Tbsp shredded pepper jack cheese 1/4 cup frozen corn 1/4 cup chopped fresh tomato 1/2 avocado,… Read More

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Chipotle Cream Cheese

Chipotle Cream Cheese Serves 4 1 Tbsp Fire roasted chopped green chilies 1/4 cup cream cheese 1 Tbsp chopped banana peppers 1/2 of 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, chopped 1 teaspoon adobo sauce Combine all ingredients together in a small bowl. Spread over bagels… Read More

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Black Bean Dip

Smoky Black Bean Dip Serves 6-8 Ingredients 2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained 1 medium red onion, diced Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tsp ancho chile powder 1 tsp cumin 3/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 Tbsp cilantro, roughly chopped… Read More