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Black Bean and Corn Quinoa Recipe

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Black Bean and Corn Quinoa
Ingredients
2 tbsp canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
2 tsp chili powder
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
2 c vegetable stock
1 c frozen corn
1 c quinoa, rinsed
1 can (15oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/3 c plus 2 tbsp, minced fresh cilantro, divided

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Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, red pepper, celery and seasonings; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

2. Stir in stock and corn; bring to a boil. Stir in quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

3. Add beans and 1/3 c cilantro; heat through stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

 

This recipe makes a great side dish for a gathering. It would be perfect for bringing to a Fourth of July, or other holiday cookout or get together.

Asian Inspired Roasted Brussel Sprouts Recipe

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Asian Inspired Roasted Brussel Sprouts Recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. Brussel sprouts, trimmed and cut into fourths
3 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp maple syrup
2 large garlic cloves, minced

 

Directions

  1. Boil water, place Brussel sprouts in, and boil for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium. Add garlic and stir for about 30 seconds. Add Brussel sprouts, soy sauce, and maple syrup. Cook 5-10 minutes until liquid is almost gone.

brussel sprouts recipe
This was pretty delicious. However, as you can see, I added a few things. I added some red cabbage and sweet onion. I also topped the finished product with some Feta cheese that I had in the fridge. It was delicious.

 

Adapted from http://www.ringfingertanline.com/2013/01/05/3-ingredient-salmon-asian-inspired-roasted-brussels-sprouts/

Roasted Greek Potatoes with Feta Cheese Recipe

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Roasted Greek Potatoes with Feta Cheese Recipe

Ingredients

2/3 c water
½ c olive oil
3 tbsp lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
3 lbs. potatoes (about 6 medium) each cut into 8 wedges
¾ c crumbled feta cheese
potato wedges

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450. In a bowl whisk the first 7 ingredients. Arrange potatoes evenly in a shallow roasting pan. Pour water mixture over the top.
  2. Roast 40-50 minutes or until potatoes are golden brown and tender. Sprinkle with cheese.

 

I was sadly unimpressed with this recipe. I’m not sure if I did something wrong or what, because with these ingredients I expected something very tasty, especially with all that garlic and feta cheese! If you make these let me know what you think!

Bruschetta Melts Recipe

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Bruschetta Melts Recipe

Ingredients

¼ c olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
½ tsp seasoned salt
½ tsp pepper
¼ tsp garlic powder
4 plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
½ c finely chopped sweet onion
2 tbsp minced fresh basil
1 carton (8oz) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese
24 slices French bread (1/4 in. thick)
2 c (8oz) shredded mozzarella cheese
Additional minced fresh basil

bruschetta melts
bruschetta melts

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper and garlic powder until blended; stir in tomatoes, onion and 2 tbsp basil.
  2. Spread cream cheese over French bread slices and place on greased baking sheets. Top with tomato mixture; sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  3. Bake 7-9 minutes or until mozzarella cheese is melted. Sprinkle with additional basil.

 

This is a great recipe. It’s pretty easy, though all that chopping can take quite awhile. These are delicious and are perfect appetizers if you have a little get-together, or if you just want a tasty snack!