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Panko Onion Rings with Homemade Ranch

March 15, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Start your game day off with a traditional favorite! This healthier baked alternative still gives us that crunch and flavor that’s sure to score with the crowd!


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6 servings (5 onion rings + 1 tablespoon dip)
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6 servings (5 onion rings + 1 tablespoon dip)
Panko Onion Rings with Homemade Ranch
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6 servings (5 onion rings + 1 tablespoon dip)
Ingredients
Onion Rings
  • 2 medium Yellow Onions ½ thick slices
  • 4 large eggs whisked
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Whole Wheat Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Olive Oil Cooking Spray
Homemade Ranch Dip
  • 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon water
Servings: servings (5 onion rings + 1 tablespoon dip)
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Onion Rings (Oven)
  1. Clean your area and preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Prep 1-2 baking sheets with parchment paper or non-stick spray and set aside.
  3. Take onions and place them in an ice bath while prepping the remaining ingredients.
  4. Next place your all-purpose flour, whisked eggs, and panko breadcrumbs into three separate plates/containers.
  5. To the panko add the garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt and mix well.
  6. One by one, take a ring of onion and evenly coat with flour, followed by egg, and panko breadcrumbs.
  7. Lay them flat on the baking sheet and once all are coated place them into the oven.
  8. Allow onion rings to bake for 15-25 minutes or until golden brown. Spray with olive oil spray halfway through.
  9. Finish the baked onion rings with a dried parsley garnish and serve.
Onion Rings (Air Fryer)
  1. Preheat your air fryer, if necessary.
  2. Follow steps 2 through 6 from the above instructions.
  3. Place onion rings into an air fryer basket in a single layer.
  4. Cook at 400°F for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Spray with olive oil spray halfway through.
  5. Finish the air fryer onion rings with a dried parsley garnish and serve.
Homemade Ranch Dip
  1. In a bowl mix plain Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried parsley, pepper, lemon juice, dried dill, salt, and water. Mix until well combined.
  2. Eat with onion rings and enjoy!
  3. Note: Add more water to change the consistency of the dip to your liking.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air fry, air fryer, appetizer, onion, onion ring, snack, Snacks

Smokey Snack Mix

March 4, 2022 by odessa.keenan

Don’t forget to bring this shareable snack mix to your next watch party!! It has the perfect crunch and satisfies that sweet and salty craving.


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14 1/2 cup servings
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14 1/2 cup servings
Smokey Snack Mix
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14 1/2 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 1/2 Tablespoon butter salted
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 Tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups corn cereal squares
  • 2 cups rice cereal squares
  • 1 cups oyster crackers
  • 1/2 cup peanuts unsalted
  • 1/2 cup bagel chips
  • 1 cup pretzels
Servings: 1/2 cup servings
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your counter tops. Preheat oven to 250*F (or pellet smoker to 225*F).
  2. Melt butter with olive oil in a small sauce pan. Add Worcestershire sauce, sugar, garlic powder, dried oregano, black pepper, parsley, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. Add corn cereal squares, rice cereal squares, oyster crackers, bagel chips, and pretzels to a large bowl.
  4. Add melted butter mixture to large bowl. Toss cereal mixture to coat.
  5. Pour snack mix across a foil-lined cookie sheet.
  6. Bake the snack mix for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. (or 1 ½ hours in the pellet smoker, stirring every 15 minutes)
  7. Store in an airtight container.
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Pizza Waffle

February 15, 2022 by odessa.keenan

Who says the waffle iron is only for breakfast time? Get the most out of your appliances by trying out this quick and easy Pizza Waffle recipe! Perfect for a fun dinner or snack!


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  • CourseKid Friendly
Servings
4 servings (1 waffle)
Servings
4 servings (1 waffle)
Pizza Waffle
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  • CourseKid Friendly
Servings
4 servings (1 waffle)
Servings
4 servings (1 waffle)
Ingredients
  • 1 package crescent roll dough
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese nonfat
  • 16 slices of pepperoni
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce for dipping
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  1. Preheat waffle iron and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Unroll crescent roll dough and pinch seam to make four rectangles.
  3. Place ¼ cup mozzarella cheese and four pepperonis in each rectangle. Fold the dough in half and pinch each edge to seal together.
  4. Place each piece of dough in the center of the iron. Close and cook for 5 minutes or until browned.
  5. Serve warm with pizza sauce for dipping.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: breakfast burritos, kid friendly, lunch, pizza, snack, waffle

Avocado Nachos with Cilantro Lime Crema

February 1, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Try changing up your regular nachos by replacing the chips with these air-fried crunchy and creamy avocado slices. Avocados are a nutrient-dense food full of healthy fats, fiber, and a number of other vitamins and minerals.


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  • CourseAppetizers, Main Dish, Snacks, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Servings
6 1 cup servings
Servings
6 1 cup servings
Avocado Nachos with Cilantro Lime Crema
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  • CourseAppetizers, Main Dish, Snacks, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Servings
6 1 cup servings
Servings
6 1 cup servings
Ingredients
Nachos
  • 1/2 pound of lean ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons of water
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon low sodium taco seasonings
  • 1 cup plain panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 avocados seeded, peeled and sliced
  • 2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
Cilantro Lime Crema
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
Servings: 1 cup servings
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Nachos
  1. In a medium skillet brown the ground beef. Cook until it reaches 160°F. Add the water and 1 tablespoon of taco seasonings stir to combine. Take off heat and set aside.
  2. In a shallow plate combine the breadcrumbs and remaining taco seasoning.
  3. Take the avocado slices and roll in the breadcrumbs and place on a plate.
  4. Place avocadoes slices in an air fryer basket and spray tops with nonstick cooking spray. Cook at 375°F for 7 minutes. Note: Refer to the air fryer owner’s manual for specific cooking times. The time and temperature listed above are general guidelines.
  5. Place avocado slices on a serving plate. Top with ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, and cilantro lime crema
Cilantro Lime Crema
  1. Place all ingredients in the food processor. Blend until combined.
  2. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, appetizer, appetizers, avocado, nacho, nachos, snack, vegetable, Vegetarian

Coffee Smoothie

January 28, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

This delicious smoothie is a perfect start to your day or break-time in the afternoon. Use your leftover coffee as the main ingredient, blend, and enjoy!


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Coffee Smoothie
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2 2 cups
Ingredients
  • 2/3 cup brewed coffee cold
  • 1/2 cup 1% Milk
  • 1/2 Tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 Tablespoon peanut butter creamy, reduced fat
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 medium Banana frozen
  • 1 cup Ice
Servings: 2 cups
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  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender; blend until smooth. The amount of ice will vary depending on desired consistency. Pour into a glass and serve chilled.
  2. Tips: Place individually frozen ripe bananas in the freezer for up to 2-3 months. Always peel before storing. Storing over ripe bananas can be used later in smoothies or recipes. Save leftover coffee in the refrigerator for an afternoon pick me up iced coffee or smoothie for the next day's breakfast. You can also store coffee in ice cube trays to freeze and use for smoothies. Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder for additional nutrition. (Food label will differ)
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: breakfast, coffee, smoothie, snack

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