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Pepper and Parmesan Beef Quinoa

This recipe, like so many, was truly created out of necessity. Typically, I would have used chicken broth, but I was out. I did have beef broth though, and thus,  Pepper and Parmesan Beef Quinoa was born.

Pepper and Parmesan Beef Quinoa

  • 1 cup waterIMG_20191216_190257
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

Make the quinoa according to the box directions. (So I added into a medium saucepan on high, the water, beef broth, and quinoa. Bring to a boil uncovered, then turn the heat to low, add the salt, stir, and cover. Cook for 15 minutes, then remove from the heat. Keep covered for 5 minutes, and lastly, fluff.) After it’s cooked, add the pepper, butter, and Parmesan and enjoy!

This dish is quick and easy as a side or could be great with my Garlic Beef and Onions with Green Beans recipe.

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Crock Pot Stewed Apples and Raisins

If you read my Fall posts last year, you know I am not a pumpkin fan. I don’t want Pumpkin Spice Lattes, I don’t want pumpkin seeds, and I don’t want pumpkin cake. What do I want?

Apples, I want all the apples. Apple cider, dehydrated apples, raw and fresh apples, apple everything! And these stewed apples take next to no time at all, smell up your whole house with real apple flavor, and taste super indulgent all while being super healthy. Here’s the recipe:

Crock Pot Stewed ApplesIMG_20180828_184843

  • 6 medium apples, cored and cut into thick slices (I got about 6 pieces per apple)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

In a crock pot, add the apples and lemon juice and combine. Then on top of that add the raisins. Sprinkle the cinnamon over the top and drizzle with honey. That’s it! Turn the crock pot on high and cook for about 1 1/2 hours. It’s done when you can poke a fork through them, but before they are mushy.

Seriously, this recipe couldn’t be easier or quicker, and the taste will fool anyone into thinking you put serious time and effort into this dish. Enjoy the apples of the season and Happy (almost) Fall!

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White Wine Lemon Pepper Fish

I love a good white fish. And along with being healthful, it’s so quick and easy to cook up!

Lemon and garlic keep this fish light but flavorful. Then the white wine adds a richness you weren’t expecting. You’ll want to cook this dish once a week!

White Wine Lemon Pepper Fishfish

  • 1 tablespoon butter (or oil)
  • 3 small white fish fillets
  • 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons white wine
  • salt to taste

Spoon butter into a medium-sized skillet pan on medium heat. Dry the fillets with paper towels and sprinkle with the lemon pepper seasoning and salt.

Cook fillets about 3 minutes on each side, flipping only once. Serve immediately along side a fresh salad.

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Pumpkin Pie-Spiced Pumpkin Seeds

Nick loves pumpkin everything. So, pumpkin everything it is!

Have you ever baked pumpkin pie pumpkins at home before? The effort is well worth it and my blog How to Make Pumpkin at Home for All Your Fall Favorites (Starting with Pumpkin Seeds) will get your pumpkin roasted and your pumpkin seeds toasted.

Now for the grand finally..  Pumpkin Pie-Spiced Pumpkin Seeds! Why don’t we see these more? Try this recipe at home and enjoy these today.

Pumpkin Pie-Spiced Pumpkin SeedsIMG_20171008_102749

  • 1 cup dried pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 tablespoon coconut sugar (or preference)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Line a piece of parchment paper to the bottom of a baking sheet. In a bowl, combine the pumpkin seeds, oil, and seasonings. Add the pumpkin seeds to the lined pan and cook at 300 degrees for about 30 minutes.

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Sauteed, and Sliced Zucchini, Onion, and Mushroom

Are there any foods you like the smell of, but not the taste? This was me, and mushrooms. My Mom loved them, and sauteed them often, but as much as I liked the smell, I never wanted to eat them. Then came this dish.

This side dish was made for me by a friend, and I’ve loved mushrooms (and onions) ever since. These vegetables are a great combo, and all you have to do is sprinkle on some salt and pepper. So good.

Sauteed, and Sliced Zucchini, Onion, and Mushroom

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 2 cups sliced, fresh zucchini
  • 2 cups sliced, fresh onion
  • 2 cups sliced, fresh mushrooms
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

In a large, shallow skillet pan (or wok) add the coconut oil to the pan on medium heat. Add your zucchini slices to the pan, and cook for four minutes or until they have begun to brown. Add the onion slices, and cook for one minute. Last, add the mushrooms, and cook an additional minute. Season with salt and pepper and it’s ready!

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Emmy’s Beef Goulash

Goulash is a very traditional dish and well I love its simplicity, I always longed for a hint of heat and some extra spices. This take on goulash is just that and quick enough to throw together on a work night too.
Emmy’s Beef Goulash

  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 5 garlic cloves, diced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 pounds ground chuck
  • 30 oz. (2 cans) diced tomatoes
  • 15 oz. (1 can) tomato sauce
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 heaping tablespoon of dried oregano
  • 1 heaping tablespoon of dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups noodles (zoodles, rice/corn/lentil noodles are all healthy additions as well)
  • pinch of salt and pepper

Directions: Add the onions and garlic to olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes. From there, add the meat and cook until browned. Mix in the tomatoes, water and noodles and cook until the noodles are al dente or to preference. Enjoy=)

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