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Duck à l’Orange

Ingredients 4 duck breasts, skin-on Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed is best) 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup chicken or duck stock 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Zest of 1 orange Fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish Execution 1 Prepare the Duck BreastsPreheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crisscross pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat. Season both sides with salt and black pepper. 2 Sear the DuckIn a large, oven-safe skillet, place the duck breasts skin-side down over … Read more

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#FineDining / #FrenchCuisine / #HomeCooking / s #ElegantDining

Korean Bibimbap

Lunch

Ingredients For the Bibimbap: 2 cups cooked white or brown rice 1/2 lb ground beef or chicken (or tofu for a vegetarian option) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon ground black pepper For the Vegetables: 1 cup spinach, blanched and squeezed dry 1 cup zucchini, julienned 1 cup carrots, julienned 1 cup bean sprouts 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for sautéing) Salt, to taste For the Toppings: 4 fried eggs (sunny-side up) 4 teaspoons gochujang (Korean chili paste) 2 teaspoons sesame seeds 2 green onions, … Read more

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#Gochujang / #HealthyEating / #KoreanCuisine / #VegetarianRecipes

Sweet and Sour Pork

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Ingredients For the Pork: 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized cubes 1/2 cup cornstarch (for coating) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 large egg, beaten 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying) For the Sauce: 1/2 cup ketchup 1/4 cup rice vinegar (or white vinegar) 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch (dissolved in 2 tablespoons water) 1/4 cup pineapple juice (from the canned pineapple) For the Vegetables and Add-Ins: 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned or fresh) 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks 1 small onion, … Read more

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#ChineseCuisine / #CrispyPork / #HomemadeTakeout / FamilyFriendly

Philly Cheesesteak

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Ingredients 1/2 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1/2 green bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional) 4 slices provolone cheese (or Cheez Whiz for a more traditional option) 2 hoagie rolls 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter Salt and pepper, to taste Execution 1 Prepare the SteakPlace the ribeye steak in the freezer for about 20 minutes before slicing. This will make it easier to thinly slice. Use a sharp knife to cut the steak into thin strips, and season lightly with salt and pepper. 2 Cook the Onions and PeppersIn a large skillet over medium … Read more

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#AmericanClassics / #BeefSandwich / #PhillyCheesesteak / #QuickMeals

Osso Buco

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Ingredients 4 veal shanks (about 1.5 inches thick) 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging) Salt and pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, diced 1 carrot, diced 1 celery stalk, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup dry white wine 1 cup chicken or beef broth 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1 bay leaf Zest of 1 lemon 1 tablespoon butter (optional) 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced Zest of 1 lemon Execution 1 Prepare the Veal ShanksPat the veal shanks dry with paper towels. Season … Read more

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#ClassicItalian / #ComfortFood / #RichSauce / #SpecialOccasionMeals

Cauliflower Steak

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Ingredients 1 large head of cauliflower 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Lemon wedges (for serving) Your favorite sauce (chimichurri, tahini, or balsamic glaze) Execution 1 Prepare the CauliflowerPreheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or heat a grill to medium-high. Remove the leaves from the cauliflower and trim the stem, leaving the core intact. Slice the cauliflower into 1- to 1.5-inch thick “steaks.” You should get 2-3 steaks from the center; reserve the remaining florets for another use. 2 Season … Read more

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#GlutenFree / #HealthyEating / #RoastedCauliflower / V

Black Bean Burgers

Lunch

Ingredients 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch) 1/4 cup grated carrot (optional for extra texture) 1/4 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan) 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking) Burger buns and toppings of your choice (lettuce, tomato, avocado, etc.) Execution 1 Mash the Black BeansIn a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher … Read more

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#GlutenFreeOption / #HighProtein / #PlantBased / #QuickDinners

Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Ingredients 2 medium acorn squashes, halved and seeds removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup quinoa (or your grain of choice) 2 cups vegetable broth (or water) 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts) 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Execution 1 Prepare the Acorn SquashPreheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the acorn squash halves cut-side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 40-45 minutes, or until the flesh is … Read more

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#EasyDinners / #HealthyEating / #MealPrepIdeas / #QuinoaRecipes

Cheesy Baked Ziti

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Ingredients 1 pound ziti pasta 2 cups ricotta cheese 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 4 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish) Execution 1 Cook the Pasta:Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ziti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. 2 Prepare the Sauce:In a large skillet, heat … Read more

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#BakedPasta / #ItalianRecipes / #PastaLovers / #VegetarianOptions

Fried Chicken Burger Recipe: Crispy, Juicy, and Irresistible

Lunch

Ingredients For the Fried Chicken: 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (thighs for extra juiciness) 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with a squeeze of lemon) 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat) 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper For the Breading: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness) 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp garlic powder ½ tsp onion powder ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional) Salt and pepper to taste For Frying: Vegetable oil (enough for deep frying, about 2-3 cups) For Assembling the Burgers: 4 brioche … Read more

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#CrispyChicken / #FriedChickenBurger / #HomemadeBurgers