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Birria Tacos

Birria Tacos

this post may contain affiliate links     Birria tacos are a culinary delight that originated in Mexico and has taken food lovers by storm. At the heart of these tantalizing tacos is tender, slow-cooked meat -- traditionally goat or beef -- that has been...

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Light Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Light Cajun Shrimp Pasta

this post may contain affiliate links     This Light Cajun Shrimp Pasta is the healthier version of my beloved Cajun Shrimp Pasta. I first tried this type of dish at the restaurant Bahama Breeze. When the chain left our area, I knew I had to figure out how...

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Italian Skillet Chicken

Italian Skillet Chicken

this post may contain affiliate links       This Italian Skillet Chicken is a favorite way to prepare chicken breasts if pairing with pasta, orzo or risotto. It's golden brown and slightly crusty on the outside but juicy on the inside. This is similar...

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Light Alfredo Sauce

Light Alfredo Sauce

this post may contain affiliate links       Brace yourself because this is going to be the best news you get all day. I have a delicious LIGHT version of alfredo sauce to share with you. It's everything you love about the traditional sauce but much more...

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Crispy Rice Shrimp Bowl

Crispy Rice Shrimp Bowl

this post may contain affiliate links       This crispy rice shrimp bowl is like a sushi roll in a bowl. It's packed with sweet and spicy shrimp, crispy white rice and topped with a light spicy mayo and green onions. This is a great base shrimp bowl...

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Healthy Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

Healthy Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

this post may contain affiliate links     I'm very excited to share this healthy crockpot chicken and gravy recipe with you. Seasoned boneless skinless chicken breasts cook slowly in chicken sauce in a crockpot until tender. The chicken gets shredded, and...

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Beef and Chorizo Empanadas

Beef and Chorizo Empanadas

this post may contain affiliate links       Beef and chorizo empanadas are savory meat pies that come together with ease by using pre-made refrigerated pie crusts. The meat filling is the real star with a mixture of lean ground beef and chorizo. The...

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Italian Chopped Salad

Italian Chopped Salad

this post may contain affiliate links     Italian Chopped Salad is romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, salami, provolone cheese, shaved parmesan cheese all chopped to bite size pieces added to a bowl, tossed in a sweet and tangy homemade Italian dressing and...

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Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sliders

Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sliders

this post may contain affiliate links     Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sliders are a great way to feed a crowd a sandwich without having to sit over a stove cooking for hours. The brand of choice for the bread is King's Hawaiian Rolls. The rolls are soft,...

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