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Guacamole (Guac for Two in Two)

Guacamole (Guac for Two in Two)

Guac for Two in Two (Super-simple, Super-good, Super-fast Guacamole) Prep Time: 2 minutes | Cook Time: 0 | Total Time: 2 minutes | Serves: 2 Let me preface by saying if you are new to making fresh guacamole, you most likely won’t accomplish this in 2 minutes on your...

Refried Beans (Pressure Cooker)

Refried Beans (Pressure Cooker)

Refried BeansPrep Time: 8 hours | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 8 hours, 25 minutes | Makes approx: 4 cupsI am amazed at the difference in taste and texture of homemade refried beans versus a store-bought can. Canned cannot touch the flavor and freshness of...

Mexican Chalupas

Mexican Chalupas

Mexican Chalupas Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Serves: 4 These Mexican Chalupas are so delicious! They’re a 5-layer Mexican wonder. Making homemade refried beans really makes this dish. Hands down. I know lots of people use...

Broccoli-Rice-Cheese Casserole

Broccoli-Rice-Cheese Casserole

Broccoli-Rice-Cheese CasserolePrep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Serves: 10I came across a recipe by Cooking Light many, many years ago that became my potluck go-to dish. The recipe calls for several ingredients that I wanted to...

Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Roasted Brussels Sprouts Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Serves: 6 A delicious way to eat your greens! This recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts is simple, flavorful, and healthy. Packed with fiber and Vitamin C, these cruciferous...

Wild Rice Pilaf

Wild Rice Pilaf

Wild Rice PilafPrep Time: 25 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Serves: 6An easy side dish, Wild Rice Pilaf, is delicious (and colorful!) for a casual weeknight dinner or an elegant spread. The addition of pimento peppers, cranberries and...

Prism Veggies

Prism Veggies

Prism VeggiesPrep Time: 30 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Serves: 8Remember being introduced to a prism in elementary or middle school? Everyone wanted one of those heavy, clear, triangular “toys.” It created beautiful colors, in exactly the...

Risotto Alla Milanese

Risotto Alla Milanese

Risotto Alla MilanesePrep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Serves: 6I will make risotto in a pressure cooker to get a quick side dish on the table. My stovetop pressure cooker frees up my hands to put into other meal prep. In writing...

Pasta Salad

Pasta Salad

Pasta Salad Prep Time: 2 minutes | Cook Time: 11 minutes | Total Time: 31 minutes | Serves: 12 You will find this classic Pasta Salad at gatherings from potlucks and barbecues to baby showers. It’s quick and easy, very flavorful, so no wonder it’s a popular dish....

Pressure Cooker Pesto Risotto with Sun-dried Tomatoes

Pressure Cooker Pesto Risotto with Sun-dried Tomatoes

Pressure Cooker Pesto Risotto with Sun-dried TomatoesPrep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes | Serves: 6Risotto may be a bit intimidating. The traditional way to cook this dish takes time and focus. Lots of stirring and watching for the...

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