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One Pot Lentil Soup

April 24, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Need a hearty and quick pantry staple dinner option? Look no further than our One Pot Lentil Soup! Packed with lentils, potatoes and spinach, this soup powerhouse is easy to make and a great meat-free option!   


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  • CourseMain Dish, One Pot Meals
Servings
6 1.5 Cups
Servings
6 1.5 Cups
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  • CourseMain Dish, One Pot Meals
Servings
6 1.5 Cups
Servings
6 1.5 Cups
Ingredients
  • 2 Tbsp Avocado Oil
  • 1 Tbsp garlic Minced
  • 1/4 Cup onion Diced
  • 1/2 Cup carrot Diced
  • 2 Stalks celery Diced
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/4 Cup tomato sauce no salt added
  • 1 1/4 Cup Brown dry lentils
  • 14.5 Oz Canned Potatoes Drained
  • 2 Cups water
  • 2 Cups low sodium chicken broth no sugar added option
  • 1/2 Tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp dried oregano
  • 1 Tsp cumin
  • 3 Cups baby spinach leaves
Servings: 1.5 Cups
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  1. In a large pot, add avocado oil. Add in the garlic, diced onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for 2-3 minutes until carrots and celery are soft, stirring frequently.
  2. Add tomato paste, tomato sauce, and lentils to the pot and combine with the carrot and celery mixture. Cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add canned potatoes to the pot.
  4. Pour in 2 cups water and 2 cups chicken broth.
  5. Add in black pepper, oregano and cumin. Stir to combine, cover, and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 25 minutes until lentils are cooked.
  7. With a handheld emulsion blender, briefly emulsify about ¼ of the soup in the pot while leaving the texture chunky. If using a regular blender, remove ¼ of the soup and add the blender. Blend until smooth and place back in the pot.
  8. Stir in spinach leaves into the soup and let simmer for 5 more minutes or until spinach is wilted.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: chicken broth, fall, lentil, one pot, onion, oregano, potatoes, soup, spinach, tomato paste, tomato sauce

Sautéed Vegetable and Potato Hash

March 24, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Hashbrowns don’t have to be for breakfast! Enjoy this savory Sauteed Vegetable and Potato Hash recipe any time of the day!

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Sautéed Vegetable and Potato Hash
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6 1 cup servings
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  • CourseBreakfast
Servings
6 1 cup servings
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6 1 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil Divided
  • .5 Cup red onion Chopped
  • .5 Cup red bell pepper Chopped
  • .5 Cup zucchini Chopped
  • .5 Cup Mushroom Chopped
  • 1/2 Teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1/2 Teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 Teaspoon salt
  • 4 Cups Frozen Shredded Hashbrowns Thawed
  • 6 Cups spinach
  • .5 Cup Fat Free Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
  • 1/4 Cup green onion tops Chopped
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Wash hands and food preparation area.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté for about 3 minutes.
  3. To the onions, add peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and seasonings. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings. Cook for about 8 – 10 minutes, or until vegetables are cooked through.
  4. Remove all vegetables from the pan and set aside.
  5. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pan over medium-high heat. Add hashbrowns in an even layer. Cook for 12-15 minutes, occasionally stirring to ensure even browning.
  6. When the hashbrowns are cooked through, lower the heat, and add the sauteed vegetables. Stir to combine.
  7. Add spinach and stir gently to combine. Cook until spinach is just wilted.
  8. Evenly top with cheese and green onions, then serve.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: mushroom, potato, red bell pepper, red onion, spinach, vegetable, zucchini

Turkey Sausage and Spinach Strata

December 21, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

Take the stress out of hosting a brunch by using this overnight turkey sausage and spinach strata recipe. This can be prepared the night before and then cooked off the next day. Simple and easy is the way to go for holiday hosting.


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Servings
12 1/2 cup servings
Servings
12 1/2 cup servings
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  • CourseBreakfast, Kid Friendly
Servings
12 1/2 cup servings
Servings
12 1/2 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 2 cups whole wheat bread cubes (about 6 slices)
  • 8 ounces reduced-fat turkey sausage crumbles
  • 1 1/2 cups onion diced
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 10 ounces frozen spinach thawed and excess water removed
  • 1 cup 1% Milk
  • 6 medium whole egg
  • 6 medium egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup low-fat Monterey jack cheese shredded
Servings: 1/2 cup servings
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  1. Spray a 13X9 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Layer bread cubes in the bottom of the dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey sausage, onion, and garlic together. Once it has reached 165 degrees F add in the drained spinach. Let sausage cool, and then layer on top of the bread cubes.
  3. In a medium bowl whisk milk, eggs (whites and whole), salt, and pepper until combined. Pour over the sausage mixture in the casserole dish. Sprinkle cheese over the top of the strata and cover with foil.
  4. Place in the refrigerator overnight but no more than 24 hours.
  5. Preheat over to 350 degrees F. Remove the strata from the refrigerator, place in the oven covered with foil for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove foil and bake for additional 15 minutes until the center is set.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: breakfast, eggs, poultry, spinach, Turkey

Greek Meatballs

August 20, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

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
  • 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs dry, grated
  • 10 ounces frozen spinach leaves thawed and drained
  • 1/2 cup reduced fat feta cheese crumbled
Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 English cucumber shredded and drained
  • 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt plain, nonfat
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice fresh
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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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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, cucumber, greek, greek yogurt, main dish, meatball, meatballs, protein, spinach, Turkey, tzatziki

Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

August 3, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

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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Ingredients
  • 4 medium bananas
  • 1 cup spinach chopped
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons sugar
Servings: 1/3 cup servings
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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

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: banana, chocolate, dessert, Desserts, healthy desserts, ice cream, snack, spinach

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