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Greek Meatballs

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These meatballs are great for any meal or occasion, but my favorite reason to make these is for leftovers!  Meatballs are a great protein option to make ahead and pack for lunch.  They are delicious with fresh spinach salads, pasta salads, or just sliced cucumbers.  I love to serve these little guys with fresh tzatziki! 


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Meatballs
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Stove Top Instructions
  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
  2. For the tzatziki, use a box grater or food processor to shred the cucumber. Drain any excess liquid.
  3. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients evenly in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for flavors to meld between 20 to 30 minutes or up to 2 hours before serving.
  4. In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, garlic powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs.
  5. Stirring evenly, add thawed and drained spinach, then add feta cheese.
  6. Make meatballs using a tablespoon for a perfect measurement.
  7. Warm a skillet or pan to medium heat. Evenly coat with cooking spray and arrange meatballs around the pan.
  8. Cook for 2-3 minutes and rotate individually on all sides until browned and cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
  9. Serve with some tzatziki on the side or as a dip.
Air Fryer
  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
  2. For the tzatziki, use a box grater or food processor to shred the cucumber. Drain any excess liquid.
  3. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients evenly in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for flavors to meld between 20 to 30 minutes or up to 2 hours before serving.
  4. In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, garlic powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs.
  5. Stirring evenly, add thawed and drained spinach, then add feta cheese.
  6. Make meatballs using a tablespoon for a perfect measurement.
  7. Set the air fryer to 350°F and preheat for 3 minutes.
  8. Arrange meatballs on the air fryer basket/ tray. 
  9. Cook for 2-3 minutes and rotate individually on all sides are browned and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
  10. Serve with some tzatziki on the side or as a dip.
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Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

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This Chocolate Banana “Ice Cream” is a sweet treat to break the summer heat! This recipe can be used for dessert or even a midday snack for those kiddos with a sweet tooth! Bonus – it features a secret ingredient that picky eaters won’t be able to detect.


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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
  2. Peel and slice the bananas into chunks, place them in a sealable container and freeze them for at least 2 hours.
  3. In a food processor or high-powered blender, place the frozen bananas, spinach, cocoa powder, and sugar. Process until very smooth - between 3-5 minutes.
  4. Place the processed "ice cream" in a loaf pan or similar container. Cover and freeze for at least 3-4 hours.
  5. Serve the chocolate banana ice cream and enjoy! Top with family favorites* such as chocolate chips, chopped pecans or coconut flakes.
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*nutritional analysis does not include any toppings

Spinach, Mushroom and Feta Stuffed Flank Steak

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Want to mix it up on the grill? Try this stuffed flank steak stuffed with veggies and cheese! Served up in beautiful medallions this is a great recipe to impress friends and family at a cookout or for date night!


Spinach, Mushroom and Feta Stuffed Flank Steak
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6 medallions
Spinach, Mushroom and Feta Stuffed Flank Steak
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6 medallions
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Servings: medallions
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area. Rinse fresh vegetables under cool running water.
  2. Lay the flank steak on a work surface, cover it with a sheet of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or other hard and sanitized kitchen object to tenderize the meat. Once flattened and tenderized a bit, remove the plastic wrap.
  3. To butterfly your flank steak using a sharp knife, lay your hand flat on the top of the steak, and slice horizontally to cut the flank steak in half. Cut almost all the way across, leave about 1/2 to ¾ of an inch intact on the far end of the flank steak. Lay open the flank steak flat like a book.
  4. Sprinkle the salt on both sides of the steak and set it aside.
  5. In a skillet heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the olive oil is heated saute the mushrooms, spinach, and garlic until softened, wilted, and fragrant. Remove from heat.
  6. Spread the spinach mixture across the laid open flank steak, leaving about ½ an inch on all sides with no filling. Spread the feta cheese on top of the spinach mixture.
  7. Select a long side to begin rolling from, begin by tucking a corner and rolling evenly across the steak, and continue to roll until it is entirely rolled.
  8. Using the cooking twine tie around the rolled flank steak to secure the roll and prevent the filling from spilling out.
  9. Place the flank steak on a heated grill over direct heat at between 450-500 degrees. Brown on all sides, about 2 minutes per side, then move to indirect heat or turn the temperature down to between 350-400 degrees. Continue to cook for approximately 25 minutes or until steak reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
  10. Remove from heat and let rest for about 5 minutes. Slice into 6 pinwheels, remove string with a knife, or clean scissors before serving.
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Creamy Spinach

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Don’t forget to wear your green, and eat spinach on St. Patrick’s Day! Enjoy this creamy spinach as a side to any pork, beef, or chicken entrée!


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  1. Wash your hands and clean your countertops. Rinse produce under cool running water before slicing.
  2. Saute spinach and chopped garlic clove in olive oil. Saute until spinach is wilted. Move spinach to a separate bowl to stop the cooking process.
  3. Add chopped shallot to the heated pan with butter. Allow the shallot to cook until translucent.
  4. Make a sauce by adding salt, pepper, milk, and cream cheese to the dish. Allow time for the sauce to simmer and thicken, about 2 minutes.
  5. Add spinach back to the pan and stir.
  6. Serve warm.
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Skillet Gnocchi

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Start pasta week off with pasta made from potatoes! This Skillet Gnocchi recipe is sure to be hit with the entire family!


Skillet Gnocchi recipe plated on a blue glass plate
Skillet Gnocchi
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Skillet Gnocchi recipe plated on a blue glass plate
Skillet Gnocchi
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  1. Clean preparation area, wash hands
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add gnocchi and cook, stirring often, until it is plumped and starting to brown; about 5-7 minutes. Place cooked gnocchi in a large bowl.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon of oil and onion to the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and water. Cook until onion is cooked.
  4. Add spinach and cook by stirring until spinach begins to wilt
  5. Stir in tomatoes, beans, and simmer. Add gnocchi and sprinkle with both cheeses.
  6. Cook until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling; about 3 minutes.
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