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Breakfast Veggie Hash

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Looking for a quick, colorful way to jumpstart your morning? This one-skillet Breakfast Hash is about to become your new favorite routine! Packed with bright bell peppers, tender baby spinach, and savory turkey sausage, it’s a delicious way to get your veggies in before lunch.

The best part? You crack eggs right into the skillet so they cook perfectly in the warm veggie mixture. Top with a sprinkle of melted cheddar cheese, and you’ve got four hearty, portioned bowls ready in under 15 minutes.

Whether you’re feeding the family or meal-prepping for the week, this skillet has you covered! Grab the full recipe details below

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  1. Heat a nonstick skillet with a lid to medium high heat
  2. Begin sauteing sweet potatoes until tender, about 3 minutes
  3. Add bell peppers and sauté until tender about 3 minutes
  4. Add in chopped turkey sausage and cook until warmed, about 2 minutes.
  5. Add green chiles and spinach and stir while the spinach wilts.
  6. Make 4 holes in the vegetable mixture and crack one egg into each hole.
  7. Put lid over the skillet and let eggs cook, for about two minutes for over easy, three for medium.
  8. Portion eggs and veggies into four bowls and top with cheese
  9. Serve and enjoy!
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Breakfast Veggie Hash Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 egg + 1/2 cup of veggies (246g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 200 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 195 mg 65 % Sodium 320 mg 14 % Total Carbohydrate 17 g 6 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 14 g Vitamin D 2 mcg 10 % Calcium 119 mg 10 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 373 mg 8 %

Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

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Lunch is tough no matter what, but lunch in student housing is even tougher! This Dill Pickle Chicken Salad recipe is easy to pull together and flavorful enough to keep you satisfied! This recipe is very easy to double and save yourself time in the future.

P.s. you don’t have to be in college to enjoy this delicious chicken salad!


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  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken breast, yogurt, mustard, and dill.
  2. Chop the celery stalk and pickles to desired size and add to the chicken mixture.
  3. Serve with bread.
  4. Chicken salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Dill Pickle Chicken Salad Nutrition Facts Serving size 1/2 cup (154g) 2 Amount per serving Calories 160 % Daily Value Total Fat 2 g 3 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 20 mg 7 % Sodium 560 mg 24 % Total Carbohydrate 19 g 7 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 2 g 4 % Protein 16 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 130 mg 10 % Iron 1.4 mg 8 % Potassium 230 mg 4 %

Smokey Chicken, Black Bean, Sweet Potato Burrito

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Microwave burritos get a serious upgrade with this easy yet tasty recipe that can be made at home or in a dorm room! Packed with protein from rotisserie chicken and black beans, and filling  fiber from the diced sweet potatoes and whole wheat tortilla, this burrito is sure to keep you full and satisfied through long class or work days, late night study sessions, or whatever you have planned for the day.
And if the smoky southwest flavors don’t win you over, the easy blender salsa (made from a mix of easy to store pantry essentials, and fresh peppers, cilantro, and lime juice for pizzazz) is sure to be one you turn to again and again!
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  1. In a medium size, microwave-safe bowl, combine chicken and drained and rinsed black beans. Microwave for 1-2 minutes until warm.
  2. Microwave sweet potatoes for recommended time on bag for your microwave wattage. Let stand in the microwave for 1 minute.
  3. Add sweet potatoes into the bowl with chicken and black beans. Season mixture with chili powder and cumin, and mix thoroughly to coat.
  4. Fill each of the tortillas with about ¼ of the mixture. Top with fresh avocado if desired.
  5. In a blender, combine diced tomatoes, peeled garlic cloves, washed cilantro, red onion, fresh jalapeno, and cumin. Blend until smooth.
  6. Serve burritos with salsa. Enjoy!
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Smoky Chicken Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burritos Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 burrito (418g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 450 % Daily Value Total Fat 13 g 17 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 60 mg 20 % Sodium 590 mg 26 % Total Carbohydrate 52 g 19 % Dietary Fiber 12 g 43 % Total Sugars 7 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 31 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 64 mg 4 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 1140 mg 25 %

Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato

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Looking for a quick, budget-friendly meal?  Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potatoes combine lean protein, fiber-rich sweet potatoes, and bold buffalo flavor for a satisfying recipe that’s perfect for busy college students. 


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  1. Clean and wipe your area.
  2. Wash and scrub sweet potato under cool running water.
  3. Poke holes in the sweet potato to let the steam escape.
  4. Wrap sweet potato on a damp paper towel and microwave for 3 minutes.
  5. Turn potato over and hole additional holes. Wrap up in the damp paper towel.
  6. Microwave for 2 additional minutes.
  7. Check with a fork that the potato is soft and fluffy.
  8. Microwave for 2 additional minutes if the potato is hard to poke through.
  9. In a separate bowl mix ½ can (2.5 ounces) of chicken with 1 tablespoon of buffalo sauce.
  10. Top meat mixture on potato and dollop with 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt.
  11. Add green onions.
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Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 potato with toppings (236g) 1 Amount per serving Calories 230 % Daily Value Total Fat 3 g 4 % Saturated Fat 1 g 5 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 40 mg 13 % Sodium 380 mg 17 % Total Carbohydrate 34 g 12 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 12 g Added Sugars 5 g 10 % Protein 18 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 80 mg 6 % Iron 1.5 mg 8 % Potassium 610 mg 15 %

Green Tea Lemonade

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Looking for a refreshing way to stay cool and hydrated? This Green Tea Lemonade combines the light, earthy flavor of green tea with the bright citrus taste of lemonade for a crisp and revitalizing drink. Perfect for warm afternoons, family gatherings, or a midday pick-me-up, this easy beverage offers a delicious balance of sweet and tart flavors. Whether you’re relaxing on the porch or hosting friends, this refreshing recipe is a simple way to elevate your hydration routine.


a pitcher and two glasses full of recipe, green tea lemonade, topped with lemon slices and mint leaves.
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  1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
  2. In a *pitcher pour the boiling water and place the green tea bags in the water. Let steep for 20-30 minutes.
  3. Add the remaining cups of water and the lemonade mix to the pitcher of tea.
  4. Stir well.
  5. Wash the leaves of mint and lemon under cool running water.
  6. Pull the mint leaves off the stem and slice the lemon and add to the pitcher.
  7. Store in the refrigerator and serve over ice.
  8. Use within 12-24 hours or up to 3-4 days with the mint and lemons removed after 24 hours.
  9. *be sure to use a pitcher or container that can safely handle boiling water or steep directly in the pot used to boil water.
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Green Tea Lemonade Nutrition Facts Serving size 8 ounces (250g) 8 Amount per serving Calories 15 % Daily Value Total Fat 0 g 0 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 10 mg 0 % Total Carbohydrate 3 g 1 % Dietary Fiber 0 g 0 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 0 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 20 mg 2 % Iron 0.4 mg 2 % Potassium 30 mg 0 %

Each 8 ounce serving contains approximately 20 mg of caffeine depending on the variety of tea and how long it’s left to steep.