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• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced or grated
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh turmeric, or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1-2 serrano peppers, diced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• salt to taste
• Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
• 1 cup (180-190g) red lentils
• 2 cups (480 mL) low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 (14-ounce / 400g) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (13.5-ounce/400 mL) can full-fat coconut milk
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened creamy almond butter
• 1/2 a small lemon, juiced
• 1/2 cup (~8g) fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
• For serving: Basmati or Jasmine rice and Indian flatbread

1. Rinse the lentils in cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat and add the coconut oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the garlic, ginger, turmeric, and Serrano pepper and cook for 2 minu

• 2 cups tomato puree, (not crushed tomatoes)
• 3/4 cups apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup + 2 Tablespoons molasses
• 1 1/2 Tablespoons tamari
• 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 Tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
• 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground clove
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

1. In a 4 quart crockpot, stir together the tomato puree, vinegar, molasses, tamari and mustard until combined.
2. Whisk in the remaining ingredients.
3. Cook, uncovered, on high for 3 1/2 - 4 hours until thickened and darkened in color.
4. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a month, or freeze for up to 6 months.

• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 red bell peppers, diced
• 2 jalapeño peppers (1 minced, 1sliced)
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (15-oz.) can red enchilada sauce
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 (15-oz.) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-oz.) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• tortilla chips
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• Black pepper
• Sour cream and avocado, for topping

1. In a pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell peppers, minced jalapeño, cumin, garlic powder, & salt. Cook, stirring, until vegetables begin to char in spots, 7 - 8 minutes.
2. Add the broth, enchilada sauce, corn, tomatoes, black beans, & pinto beans. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the soup is thickened, 10 - 12 minutes.
3. Preheat the broiler. Spread the tortilla chips in a single layer on a baking sheet and top with th

• 2 cups dried chickpeas
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, stems removed
• 3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, stems removed
• 1/2 cup fresh dill, stems removed
• 1 small onion, quartered
• 7–8 garlic cloves, peeled
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• Oil for frying

1. 1DAY AHEAD OF TIME. Soak the dried chickpeas and baking soda in a large bowl filled. Cover the dried chickpeas with two inches over top. The chickpeas will expand as they soak. Soak overnight for at least 18 hours. When ready, drain the chickpeas completely and pat them dry.
2. Add the chickpeas, herbs, onions, garlic and spices to the large bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade. Bend into a paste.
3. Transfer the falafel mixture to a container and cover tightly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight until ready to cook.
4. Before frying, add the baki

• 4 cups bread, cubed
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 cups milk
• 1⁄4 cup butter, melted
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

1. place bread cubes in a 1-1/2 qt casserole dish.
2. Mix together remaining ingredients and pour over bread.
3. Bake at 350 for 40-45 minutes.

• 6 cups broccoli, chopped
• 10 strips bacon, fried crisp & crumbled
• 1 cup toasted shelled sunflower seeds
• 2 cups red grapes, halved
• 1 red onion, diced
• 1 c. mayonnaise
• 1/3 c. sugar
• 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar

1. Mix mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar for dressing.
2. Combine broccoli, sunflower seeds, grapes and red onion.
3. Toss with the dressing and refrigerate.
4. Add bacon just before serving.

• Vegetable Oil
• Cooked and Chilled Rice (prepared beforehand)
• Fresh Garlic
• Fresh Ginger
• Mixed Frozen Vegetables
• Cashews
• 2 Eggs (beaten)
• Oyster Sauce
• Soy Sauce
• Green Onion
• Salt & Pepper

1. Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add one tablespoon of vegetable oil.
2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, saute for about 30 seconds.
3. Add the cooked rice and stir fry for about 1 - 2 minutes.
4. Push rice to the sides of the skillet or wok. Add another tablespoon oil if need, then add the frozen vegetables and stir fry for a moment until they start to warm through. Mix the vegetables together with the rice and continue to stir fry for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the sauce to the rice mixture. Coat the rice well with the sauce.
6. Push the rice and vegetable mixture to the side again and add the cashews to the middle of the pan. Stir fry for another minute or two while the cashews toast slightly.
7. Push everything to the side one more time and add the beaten eg

• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup 2% milk
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 4 cups fresh green beans, cut
• 1 1/3 cup fried onions

1. Boil a large pot of water. Cook the beans for 5 minutes and then drain.
2. Heat the oven to 350°F
3. Mix soup, milk, soy sauce, beans and 2/3 cup onions an oven safe casserole until all ingredients are combined. Season with salt & pepper.
4. Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbling.
5. Stir the bean mixture. Sprinkle with the remaining 2/3 cup onions.
6. Bake for another 5 minutes. Let green beans rest a few minutes before serving to help the flavors meld and the casserole settle.