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Tomato Soup

Tomato Soup

this post may contain affiliate links     A good tomato soup recipe is easy to come by but can vary in flavor and texture. To me, a tomato soup should be savory with a hint of sweet, have a smooth pureed texture and should be bright but not sour. The key to...

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Taco Meat

Taco Meat

this post may contain affiliate links   This has been my go-to taco meat recipe for years. One night while cooking I realized I didn't have a taco seasoning packet and figured I could recreate what was in those packets. What came out was better than any packet I...

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Macro Friendly Mexican Pizza

Macro Friendly Mexican Pizza

this post may contain affiliate links     This macro friendly Mexican Pizza is a take on the beloved Taco Bell menu item. This version has less calories, fat and higher protein. The trick is baking Mission low carb tortillas until crispy and cooking 90% lean...

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Macro Friendly Thin Crust Pizza

Macro Friendly Thin Crust Pizza

this post may contain affiliate links       Macro friendly thin crust pizza is made with Mission low carb tortillas, jarred marinara, shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese and turkey pepperoni. The tortillas get topped with garlic butter and toasted in...

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Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

this post may contain affiliate links     Bacon wrapped shrimp is a delicious appetizer, snack or meal.  This recipe calls for jumbo shrimp and turkey bacon and when preparing with these ingredients, each shrimp packs six grams of protein! That's a ton of...

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Loaded Potato Soup

Loaded Potato Soup

post may contain affiliate links   This potato soup recipe is an extremely comforting meal that reminds me of the loaded potato soup I'd order at O'Charley's growing up. The base is silky and cheesy. Normally you would think of a potato soup base as gritty, but...

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Beef Tenderloin

Beef Tenderloin

post may contain affiliate links   Beef tenderloin is a lean cut of meat from the loin of a cow. It's known for its tenderness. If you didn't know, filet mignon is sourced from this part of the cow.  Filet mignon is usually located right in the center of the...

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Pot Roast

Pot Roast

  If you're looking for a pot roast recipe, you have found the only one you'll ever need!  Pair it with mashed potatoes and your family will never stop singing your praises.  Seasoned chuck roast gets browned and cooked low and slow in a crockpot in a savory...

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Bolognese and Bechamel Lasagna

Bolognese and Bechamel Lasagna

  this post may contain affiliate links   This lasagna recipe features homemade Bolognese and bechamel sauces. The lasagna is only comprised of layers of al dente pasta, the Bolognese and the creamy bechamel. It's amazing how just a few high-quality...

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