Month: April 2020

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The 12 Best Keurig Single Cup Coffee Makers for 2020

Coffee? Tea? What’s your pleasure? No matter which you like best, my review of the 12 best Keurig single cup coffee makers will help you get it brewed!

The 12 Best Keurig Single Cup Coffee Makers for 2020
The 12 Best Keurig Single Cup Coffee Makers for 2020
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I love coffee.  Some say that coffee has many health benefits while others claim that it’s the gateway to an early grave.  There are even studies on caffeine overdose. (Who knew?)

I don’t care.  At my usual intake of 2 cups every morning (sometimes 3 if I’m feeling froggy), I’m relatively sure I’m not rolling the dice in either direction.

My husband was famous for drinking any coffee, no matter how thick, old or bitter.  If he could get it down with a knife and fork, he was all in.  Not me.  Because I like my coffee black, I like to have good, fresh coffee and this is why I fell in love with Keurig.  To have a fresh cup of coffee every single time is a dream come true!

While we’re on the subject, I would like to take a few minutes and review what I consider to be the 12 best Keurig single-cup coffee makers for 2020.

Keurig: Original Design

Keurig® K Classic®

  • Brews coffee, tea, hot cocoa, specialty, and iced beverages
  • 48-ounce water reservoir
  • Brew selection: 6, 8 or 10 oz cups
  • Automatic shut off.
  • The removable Drip tray accommodates a 7.1″ travel mug
  • Brew time: less than one minute
  • 13.3″ high (17.6” when open) x 10.1” wide x 13.2 deep.
  • Weight 10.6 lbs.
  • Available colors:   Red and black

Keurig® K-Select® Coffee Maker

  • Strong Brew selection for a bolder and more intense cup
  • 52-ounce water reservoir
  • Brew selection: 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz cups
  • Programmable automatic shut-off.
  • The removable Drip tray accommodates a 7.2″ travel mug
  • Brew time: less than one minute with Quiet Brew Technology™
  • 12.5″ high (17” when open) x 9.2” wide x 11.6” deep.
  • Weight 7.3 lbs.
  • Colors available:  Red, black, sandstone, navy blue, white and oasis

Keurig® K-Elite® Single Serve Coffee Maker

  • Programmable features allow for auto on/off, brew temperature and high altitude
  • Hot water on demand
  • Iced setting for full-flavored, delicious iced coffee
  • Strong Brew selection for a bolder and more intense cup
  • 75-ounce water reservoir
  • Brew selection: 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz cups
  • The removable Drip tray accommodates a 7.2″ travel mug
  • Brew time: less than one minute with Quiet Brew Technology™
  • 13.1″ high (16.5” when open) x 9.9” wide x 12.7” deep.
  • Weight 8.0 lbs.
  • Colors available:  Brushed silver, brushed slate, brushed gold

Design For Smaller Spaces


Keurig® K-Mini® Single Serve Coffee Maker

  • Compact size for smaller spaces
  • Cord storage for easy transport and a tidy countertop
  • Fill the reservoir with each use
  • Brew selection: 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz cups
  • Automatic shut off
  • The removable Drip tray accommodates a 7” travel mug
  • 12.1” high (16.8” when open) x 4.5” wide x 11.3” deep.
  • Weight 4.6 lbs
  • Colors available:  Black, studio gray, dusty rose and oasis

Keurig® K-Mini Plus® Single Serve Coffee Maker

  • Compact size for smaller spaces
  • Pod storage holds 9 k cup pods and for ultimate portability/counter space
  • Cord storage for easy transport and tidy countertops
  • Fill the removable reservoir with each use
  • Brew selection: 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz cups
  • Automatic shut off
  • The removable Drip tray accommodates a 7” travel mug
  • Strong Brew selection for a bolder and more intense cup
  • 12.1” high (16.8” when open) x 4.5” wide x 11.3” deep
  • Weight: 4.6 lbs
  • Colors available:  Matte black, cardinal red, studio gray, evening teal, dreamy blue and white

KEURIG® K-Slim™

  • Slimmer design for smaller spaces
  • 46-ounce water reservoir
  • Brew selection: 8, 10 or 12 oz cups
  • Automatic shut off
  • The removable Drip tray accommodates a 7” travel mug
  • 12.14” high (17.28” when open) x 4.76” wide x 15.2” deep
  • Weight: 6.22 lbs
  • Colors available:  black, black plum, burnt orange, chili red, denim, greenery, oasis, platinum, red, true blue

KEURIG® K15

  • Brews coffee, tea, hot cocoa, specialty, and iced beverages
  • Compact size for smaller spaces
  • Cord storage for easy transport and tidy countertops
  • Brew selection: 6, 8 or 10 oz cups
  • Automatic shut off
  • 11.1” high (12.8 when open) x 7.5” wide x 10.5” deep
  • Weight: 6.6 lbs

Specialty Coffee Drinks

KEURIG® K-Café® Single Serve

  • Shot Button uses a standard K-Cup pod for specialty coffee drinks
  • Dishwasher-safe frother for hot or cold frothed milk
  • Long 30” cord length
  • Smart Start one-step brewing
  • Strong Brew selection for a bolder and more intense cup
  • 60-ounce water reservoir
  • Brew selection: 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz cups
  • Programmable automatic shut off
  • The removable Drip tray accommodates a 7.2” travel mug
  • 12.5” high (16.8” when open) x 15.3” wide x 11.7” deep
  • Weight: 10.0 lbs

KEURIG® K-Café® Special Edition

  • Special Edition nickel-colored finish
  • Shot Button uses a standard K-Cup pod for specialty coffee drinks
  • Dishwasher-safe frother for hot or cold frothed milk
  • Long 30” cord length
  • Smart Start one-step brewing
  • Strong Brew selection for a bolder and more intense cup
  • 60-ounce water reservoir
  • Brew selection: 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz cups
  • Programmable automatic shut off
  • The removable Drip tray accommodates a 7.2” travel mug
  • 12.5” high (16.7” when open) x 15.3” wide x 11.7” deep
  • Weight: 10.2 lbs

Keurig Coffee Pots


KEURIG® K-Duo Plus™

  • 12 cup thermal carafe keeps coffee warm for 2 hours
  • Gold mesh reusable coffee filter
  • Pause & Pour feature
  • Long 39” cord length
  • Smart Start one-step brewing
  • Strong Brew selection for a bolder and more intense cup
  • 60-ounce Multi-Position Water Reservoir
  • Multi brew selection:  6, 8, 10, or 12-cup carafe/6, 8, 10 or 12 oz cups
  • 24-hour Programmable Carafe Auto Brew
  • Automatic shut off
  • The removable Drip tray accommodates an 8” travel mug
  • Water reservoir on the side: 14.19” high x 8.2” wide x 11.7” deep
  • Water reservoir in the rear: 14.19” high x 7.68” wide x 15.88” deep
  • Height with handle open: 17.5” high
  • Weight: 10.97 lbs
  • Carafe: 1.78 lbs

KEURIG® K-Duo™

  • Brews a cup and a 12-cup carafe using both ground coffee and K-Cup® pods
  • Compatible with gold mesh reusable coffee filter (sold separately)
  • Pause & Pour feature
  • Long 30” cord length
  • Smart Start one-step brewing
  • Strong Brew selection for a bolder and more intense cup
  • Heating plate to keep coffee hot
  • 60-ounce water reservoir
  • Multi brew selection:  6, 8, 10, or 12-cup carafe/6, 8, 10 or 12 oz cups
  • 24-hour Programmable Carafe Auto Brew
  • Automatic shut off
  • The removable Drip tray accommodates an 8” travel mug
  • 12.92” high (18’ when open) x 10.94” wide x 12.76” deep
  • Weight: 9.71 lb
  • Carafe: 1 lb

Professional Models

Keurig® K155 OfficePRO®

  • Full-color LCD touchscreen
  • Adjustable brew temperature
  • Programmable features such as language and clock time
  • Easily drains for transport and storage
  • 90-ounce water reservoir
  • Auto On/Off feature
  • Brew selection: 4, 6, 8 or 10 oz cups
  • 13.9” high x 10.4” wide x 14” deep

Wait! Aren’t K-Cups® Bad For The Environment???

The short answer is…maybe.  Keurig® has made a commitment to make all its pods from completely recyclable materials by the end of 2020.  Even then, recycling a  K-Cup® is not for the faint of heart.

What’s the answer then?  I have used reusable coffee pods for years.  Just add your own coffee!

These plastic and mesh pods are incredibly inexpensive but I found that the mesh tends to spring a leak after a bit of use, which makes it semi-disposable (in my opinion).  Better than a single-use pod for sure but I prefer this heavy-duty stainless steel one. Sure it’s a bit more money but I’ve been using mine for 5 years now…and it’s still in great shape!

What are you waiting for?  Your delicious, freshly brewed, environmentally friendly is just a click away!  The only question is…which one are you going to choose?

All my best,

Cynthia
cynthia@cynthiaeats.com

 

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Braised Beef with Potatoes

Yuhong’s Country Kitchen is here to show you how to make Chinese braised beef with potatoes in the comfort of your own home! Put away the takeout menu!

Braised Beef with Potatoes

Braised Beef with Potatoes

(Courtesy: Yuhong Sun)
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 potatoes
  • 1 lb flank steak
  • 6 cups water, divided
  • 1 tbsp cooking wine
  • 4 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
  • 4 dried red chili peppers (optional)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 inch knob ginger root (½ oz, ¼ cup), cut into thin slices
  • 5 cloves garlic (5 tsp), thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • ½ onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, cut into 1” lengths
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Cut potatoes into 1” cubes. Cover potatoes in water and set aside.
  • Cut beef into 1” cubes. Place in a large pot and cover with 3 cups cold water. Add cooking wine. Cover pan and turn heat to high.
  • When the water comes to a boil, drain beef into a heat-resistant colander and rinse under cold water.
  • Add oil to a saute pan or wok. Put in chili peppers and bay leaves. Turn heat up to medium-high.
  • When oil is hot, add ginger and garlic. Saute for 2 minutes. Add beef, soy sauce and sugar.
  • Stir fry for 5 minutes. Add sliced onion and 3 cups water. Add more water if necessary to cover all ingredients in the pan.
  • Cover pan, turn heat to medium and simmer for one hour. Remove by leaves and chili peppers. Add salt and pepper.
  • Add potatoes and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions and serve.
  • Hack: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze in serving-sized portions for up to 3 months
  • Hack: Do you know that you can freeze fresh ginger root? Grating it in its frozen state is easier than grating it fresh and, if you choose organic ginger, you don’t have to peel it! Simply place it in a sealed freezer bag or container and pop it in the freezer.
  • Hack: Chop leftover green onions and freeze in a sealable freezer bag or container for future use.
Keyword asian cooking video, Asian cuisine, Asian food, beef, beef and potatoes, beef stew, braised beef, Chinese cooking video, Chinese cuisine, Chinese food, flank steak, homemade Asian cuisine, homemade Chinese cuisine, Homemade Chinese food, instructional video

For more instructional videos for making traditional Chinese cuisine, visit Yuhong’s Country Kitchen on YouTube!

Did you know?  Beef has gotten a bad rap due to its high fat and cholesterol content but the health benefits make it a healthy addition to a balanced diet!

Suggestions:  Pair this with Chinese broccoli stir fry for a complete and nutritious meal!

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Best Orange Vinaigrette Dressing

This is the best orange vinaigrette dressing you’ll ever eat! It takes a little longer to make than some other dressings but it’s worth the wait!

Best Orange Vinaigrette Dressing

Best Orange Vinaigrette Dressing

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Course Salad Dressing
Servings 2 tbsp
Calories 145 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup orange juice
  • Light syrup from one 11 oz can of mandarin oranges
  • 1 tbsp minced red onion
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • ¼ cup olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Place orange juice and light syrup in a small saucepan. Boil over medium-high heat until thickened and reduced to ¼ cup., about 40 minutes. Stir frequently. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine onion, vinegar, salt, pepper and oil. Add orange syrup and mix well.
  • Store tightly covered in the refrigerator.k
Keyword easy, mandarin oranges, oil-based, orange juice, salad dressing, vegan, vegetarian, vinaigrette

Did you know?  Vinaigrette dressing refers to dressing with an oil and vinegar base.  It’s been proven to be much healthier than its creamy counterparts!

Suggestion:  Try this dressing with Orange and Beet Salad!

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Easy Spicy Pinto Beans

Spicy pinto beans are easy to make right on your stovetop! They’re inexpensive and nutritious with a kick of spice and jalapeno pepper.

Spicy Pinto Beans

Spicy Pinto Beans

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Course Main Course
Servings 4
Calories 395 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried pinto beans
  • 3 cups water, divided
  • 4 oz salt pork
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • ½ red bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ green bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ jalapeno pepper, minced
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place pinto beans in a bowl and cover with 2 cups of cool water. Cover the bowl and soak at room temperature for a minimum of 6 hours and a maximum of 12 hours.
  • (NOTE:  The above step can be done ahead.  Drain beans and store, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.)
  • Remove the rind from salt pork and chop it into small pieces. Place in a deep saucepan with beans, onion, peppers and spices. Cover with 1 cup of water.
  • Bring beans to a boil. Turn heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until beans are tender, 1 ½ to 2 hours. Stir occasionally and add water as necessary to keep the mixture covered. Increase water levels if a more soup-like consistency is desired.
  • Allow to set for 30 minutes before serving. Reheat if necessary.
  • Hack: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.  Allow to thaw completely in the refrigerator before reheating.
Keyword beans, dried beans, easy, healthy, low calorie, pinto beans, spicy, stovetop

Did you know?  Pinto beans are a member of the legume family.  Legumes come in many options, are inexpensive and they’re packed with nutrition!!

Suggestion:  Serve with Spanish rice for a great lunch/dinner or eggs for a hearty breakfast!

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Homemade Cranberry Jalapeño Dip

What are you gonna do with that leftover whole berry cranberry sauce?  How about making this sweet-tart-but-with-a-kick cranberry jalapeño dip?

Cranberry Jalapeño Dip

Cranberry Jalapeño Dip

(Courtesy: Penny Jacques)
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Course Appetizer, Snack
Servings 2 tbsp
Calories 71 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Put cranberry sauce in a colander and shake to remove as much jelly as possible, leaving just the sweetened cranberries.
  • Mix cranberries with cream cheese, sour cream and jalapeno pepper.  Refrigerate for several hours to allow flavors to blend.
  • Hack: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Keyword appetizer, buffet, cracker spread, Cranberry, cranberry sauce, cream cheese, dip, football snacks, jalapeno pepper, leftovers, party food, snack, sour cream

Did you know? People call cranberries a superfood for good reason: They have all kinds of health-boosting benefits.

Get the recipe for whole berry cranberry sauce here!

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Shopping for one person – 12 of Your Questions Answered

Shopping for one person. It should be easy, right? Then why is it so hard? Let’s get to the bottom of it with answers to 12 grocery shopping questions!

Shopping for one person
Shopping for one person

Shopping for one person may seem easy in theory. After all, it’s just you, right? And you know what you like, right? Right?

Then why does it seem so hard once you get behind the wheel of that shopping cart?

You know like chicken but the choices seem overwhelming. Whole chicken? Half? Wing, thigh, breast, ground, bone in, bone out? With rice or potatoes, stuffed, in a salad, on a sandwich? Hot? Cold? Gravy? No? Do you even have the stuff at home to make any of these dishes?

Relax for a few minutes while I do my best to get 12 most common of
your questions answered.

How Do I Buy Groceries For One Person?

How Do I Buy Groceries For One Person?
How Do I Buy Groceries For One Person?

What is a basic grocery list?

This is what I would consider to be a basic list of thing you will want in your kitchen:

  • Meat, poultry, seafood and tofu
  • Grains such as pasta, oatmeal, flour
  • Cooking oils and butter
  • Dairy such as milk, yogurt and cheese or nut based alternatives
  • Garlic
  • Fresh and/or frozen fruits and vegetables
  • Canned tomatoes and/or sauce (no preservatives added)
  • Dried fruits such as raisins and cranberries
  • Nuts and seeds
  • Peanut butter
  • Eggs
  • Salt and pepper
  • Chicken or vegetable stock/cubes (no preservatives added)
  • Honey
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Sugar

Exactly what you decide to get is up to you but use this as a general guideline. Buy only those things you like to eat and know how to use/prepare (unless you’re trying a new recipe, which I encourage wholeheartedly).

Condiments and spices can be expensive to buy all at once so I suggest that you buy them as you go along. In other words, only buy the condiments and spices you will need for this weeks (or months) meal plan. Eventually, you will find that you have a supply of everything you need!

How Can I Simplify Grocery Shopping?

How Can I Simplify Grocery Shopping?
How Can I Simplify Grocery Shopping?

How Will I Know What To Buy?

Make a list. The easiest way to make sure you have a complete list when you hit the market is to make a meal plan for the period for which you’re shopping and list everything you’ll need for that plan (that you don’t already have).

Keep it running. Keep the list on your fridge (or your phone) and immediately add to it when you notice you’re low on something.

Check your budget. If it looks like you’re shopping is going to cost more than you had allotted, go back through your list to decide what you can put off until the next trip.

Organize your shopping list. Set up your list in the order you’ll be walking the store. Clump all your produce together, for example, and your meats. When you get to the aisle section of the store, try to group things together that would be in the same section such as condiments, spices, baking supplies, etc.

For more information on this subject, check out my article, “Shopping For One Person”.

How Often Should I Grocery Shop?

This is a completely personal choice and varies wildly. Much of it depends on a person’s access to a grocery store and how much he/she enjoys or can afford to shop. I have a friend who shops for her food daily (“How would I know what I want to eat tomorrow?”), while another views her bi-weekly curbside pickup as a blessing (because she never has to step foot in a grocery store ever again). Some will shop monthly due to fixed income schedules. The average person goes to the grocery store 1-2 times per week, which is how my schedule looks, but this decision is totally up to you.

When Is The Best Time To Go Food Shopping?

Early mornings before 9:00 am or evenings after 7:00 pm are typically the times that stores are the least crowded. The busiest time of day 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm due to school release and people getting out of work

How do I grocery shop on a budget?

How Do I Grocery Shop On A Budget?
How Do I Grocery Shop On A Budget?

 How much does food cost per month for one person?

The USDA publishes a monthly food plan which indicates that it costs between $165 and $345 a month to purchase a healthy variety of food for one person.

How much does the average person spend on groceries?

The amount varies wildly depending on gender, income, expenses, household size and the ratio of home cooking to pre-made, take out and restaurant dining. It’s important to have a food budget that coincides with your income and expenses.

How Do I Budget For Groceries?

In general, most people spend an average of 6% of their income on groceries and another 5% on pre-made, takeout or dining out. You can use this as a general guideline to see where you stack up against “the norm” but the amount you budget should reflect your eating habits as well as your ability to cover your other expenses.

If you’re concerned that you spend too much on groceries, try keeping your receipts for a month or two to track what you purchase, where and when. Are you spending too much money on items that could be scaled back? Are you making poor choices on certain days or times (for example after a long day at work?) Are you paying extra by buying single items at the convenience store each morning when those might be less expensive if bought ahead at the supermarket in larger packages?

What Can I Do If I Have No Money For Food?

What Can I Do If I Have No Money For Food?
What Can I Do If I Have No Money For Food?

Food pantries are a fabulous resource, whether you use them on a regular basis or just for those “lean times” caused by things like unexpected car repairs or reduced work hours. In many instances, it’s not necessary to prove income or need. Click here to find a list of food pantries in your area.

How Do I Eat Healthy On A Tight Budget?

Please read my article “How To Eat Well On A Budget” for some thoughts on how to get by when times are tough!

What are the cheapest meals to make at home?

Here is a list of the foods that will give you the most bang for your buck. Tasty, nutritious and inexpensive, these foods can be your safety net on those weeks when you check just isn’t stretching as far as you’d like it to!

  • Eggs
  • Rice
  • Dried or canned beans, lentils, chickpeas
  • Pasta
  • Peanut butter
  • Oatmeal
  • Frozen vegetables
  • Potatoes
  • Canned tuna and salmon
  • Fresh Carrots
  • Fresh Onions
  • Bananas
  • Chicken or pork (look for sale prices!)
  • Yogurt
  • Cottage cheese

What often happens when I’m in a spot is that I will find myself with a few random food items but I’ll have no way to tie them together into a meal. When that happens, I’ll do a recipe search on my computer. Seriously, just type in “tuna, rice, tomato” and see what comes up. I guarantee you have more options than you think you do!

Another thing to remember is that, once you get your supply built up, spices and condiments go a long way in jazzing up a couple of simple items. I have a number of recipes on this site that consist of just a few key ingredients paired with spices or condiments! Pork pie filling, Korean beef marinade and General Tso’s chicken are just a few examples.

Go Forth And Conquer

Go Forth And Conquer
Go Forth And Conquer

I hope these tips will help you put your next shopping trip in perspective. Now go forth and get some groceries! And please comment below if you have any tips you’d like to share.

All my best

Cynthia
cynthia@cynthiaeats.com

 

 

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Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Brown sugar bacon wrapped chicken is a decadent and delightful treat that’s easy to assemble and is on the table in less than 30 minutes. It’s what’s for dinner!

Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Chicken

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Course Main Course
Servings 3
Calories 274 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 chicken breast (8 oz)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1½ tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ⅛ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 3 slices bacon

Instructions
 

  • Slice chicken breast lengthwise into 3 strips.  Pat dry with a paper towel and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, parsley, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and salt.
  • Roll to coat each chicken strip in the brown sugar mixture.  Wrap each strip in one slice of bacon, stretching bacon to cover as much of the surface of the chicken as possible.
  • Place bacon in an oven-safe baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining brown sugar mixture. 
  • Bake until the bacon is browned and the chicken has an internal temperature of 160℉, 20-25 minutes.
  • Hack: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Keyword bacon wrapped, baked, brown sugar bacon, chicken breast, easy

 

Handle chicken with care!  Click here for some tips to avoid foodborne illnesses that can be associated with raw poultry..

Suggestion: Serve with honey mustard dipping sauce!

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Creamed Pearl Onions and Peas

Creamed pearl onions and peas is a classic dish that many of us remember from the holiday dinner table. But why wait when you can have it anytime?

Creamed Pearl Onions and Peas

Creamed Pearl Onions and Peas

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Course Side Dish
Servings 3
Calories 174 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup frozen pearl onions
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • ½ tsp sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Simmer pearl onions in water for 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt butter in a saute pan over medium heat. Add onions and saute for 3 minutes.
  • Add peas and saute for 1 minute.
  • Add flour, sugar, salt and pepper. Stir until well combined with butter.
  • Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, and simmer until sauce has thickened (1-2 minutes).
  • Add Parmesan, if desired. Serve hot.
  • Hack: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Keyword easy, fast and easy, green peas, holiday side dish, low calorie, pearl onions, quick and easy, side dish, simple, vegetarian

Did you know?  Peas are a member of the legume family and bring you a host of nutritional benefits.  Pearl onions are also rich in vitamins and minerals! Who knew?

Suggestion:  This dish would taste great paired with another classic favorite:  Meatloaf!

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Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Roast

What pairs perfectly with a pork roast? Why, cranberries, of course! This slow cooker cranberry pork roast is easy to make and is bursting with flavor!

Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Roast

Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Roast

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Course Main Course
Servings 6
Calories 430 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place pork roast in a slow cooker.
  • In a small bowl, mix cranberry sauce, honey and onion powder.  Pour over pork roast.
  • Cook on low for 10-12 hours.
  • Remove pork from the cooker, shred and stir back into the sauce.
  • Serve over rice, egg noodles or mashed potatoes.
  • Hack:  Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze in serving-sized portions for future use.
  • Hack:  Fresh cranberries are only between October and December, which is why they’re such a holiday favorite!  Take advantage of that time window to buy a few extra bags for your freezer. 
    Did you miss your chance?  Check the freezer section of the supermarket where you're likely to find some in the berry section.
Keyword Cranberry, cranberry sauce, crockpot, do ahead, easy meal, easy prep, pork, pork roast, pulled pork, slow cooker

cranberry

Did you know? People call cranberries a superfood for good reason: They have all kinds of health-boosting benefits.

Suggestion:  Serve this with sweet and spicy butternut squash!

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Warm Roast Vegetable Salad

Warm roast vegetable salad takes broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and carrots tossed with lemon turmeric dressing for a unique and nutritious side dish!

Warm Roast Vegetable Salad

Warm Roast Vegetable Salad

(Courtesy: Penny Jacques)
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Course Salad, Side Dish
Servings 1
Calories 285 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ¼ cup cauliflower florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ¼ cup Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced (2 whole)
  • ¼ cup matchstick carrots
  • 1 shallot, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon turmeric dressing*

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉.
  • Combine vegetables and parsley in a small bowl and toss with olive oil. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Roast for 10 to 20 minutes, or to desired tenderness. Toss with lemon turmeric dressing and serve immediately.
  • *Turmeric stains anything it touches so use caution!
  • Hack: Matchstick carrots can be found in the packaged section of the produce department. Freeze any leftover carrots for use in cooking
  • Hack: Check the produce department of your local grocery store for pre-cut broccoli and cauliflower florets to avoid having to buy an entire head. Frozen broccoli and cauliflower florets would also work in this recipe.
  • Hack: Check the produce department for loose Brussels sprouts and shallots. If you don’t see them, ask a clerk if they’re available.
  • Hack: Shop the salad bar if you just need a small amount of an item that you don’t think you’ll use again before it “goes over”.
Keyword broccoli, Brussels sprouts, carrots, cauliflower, cruciferous vegetables, healthy, keto, low calorie, low carb, salad, side dish, vegan, vegetarian, warm salad

Did you know?  Broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts are part of the cruciferous collection of vegetables that are associated with lowering the risk of some types of cancer.

Suggestion:  If you like warm salads, try this Brussels sprouts Caesar salad!

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