Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients:

• 8 oz spaghetti
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Culinary:

1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Stir in lemon juice and parsley.
5. Toss the cooked spaghetti with the shrimp and garlic mixture. Serve immediately.

Caprese Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Ingredients:

• 4 slices sourdough bread
• 4 oz mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 1 tomato, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
• 2 tbsp butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Culinary:

1. Butter one side of each bread slice.
2. Layer mozzarella, tomato slices, and fresh basil leaves on two of the unbuttered sides of the bread.
3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, then top with the other bread slices, buttered side out.
4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
5. Season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

Ingredients:

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• Salt and pepper to taste

Culinary:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, or until tender and slightly crispy.
4. In a skillet, warm the black beans over medium heat for 3-4 minutes.
5. Warm the corn tortillas and fill with roasted sweet potatoes and black beans.
6. Top with cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.

Chicken Caesar Wraps

Ingredients:

• 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
• 4 large tortillas
• 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
• Croutons for crunch (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Culinary:

1. In a bowl, mix grilled chicken, chopped romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing.
2. Lay the tortillas flat and place the chicken mixture in the center of each.
3. Add croutons for extra crunch if desired.
4. Roll up the tortillas into wraps, tucking in the sides as you go.
5. Slice in half and serve immediately.

Banana Oat Pancakes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 ripe banana
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• Maple syrup for serving

Culinary:

1. In a blender, combine oats, banana, eggs, almond milk, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
3. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
4. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked.
5. Serve with maple syrup and enjoy!