Spicy Honey Glazed Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste

Culinary:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, sriracha sauce, and minced garlic.
3. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
4. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
5. Brush honey mixture over chicken breasts.
6. Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Caprese Avocado Toast

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole grain bread
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 medium tomato, sliced
• 4-6 fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
• Salt and pepper to taste

Culinary:

1. Toast the bread slices until golden brown.
2. Mash the avocado and spread it evenly on the toasted bread slices.
3. Top each slice with tomato slices and basil leaves.
4. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the toppings.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve immediately for a delicious and refreshing snack!

Thai Peanut Noodles

Ingredients:

• 8 oz (225g) spaghetti noodles
• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Chopped green onions and peanuts for garnish

Culinary:

1. Cook spaghetti noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Heat over low heat, stirring until smooth and well combined.
3. Pour the peanut sauce over the cooked noodles and toss until evenly coated.
4. Garnish with chopped green onions and peanuts.
5. Serve warm or chilled, and enjoy the delicious flavors!

Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients:

• 4 large bell peppers, any color
• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Culinary:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
4. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
5. Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Spoon the beef mixture into the hollowed-out bell peppers.
7. Top each stuffed pepper with shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
10. Serve hot and enjoy this hearty and flavorful dish!

Teriyaki Salmon Bowl

Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets
• 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Culinary:

1. Marinate salmon fillets in teriyaki sauce for 15-20 minutes.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and lightly grease with oil.
3. Add the marinated salmon fillets to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
4. Meanwhile, prepare rice according to package instructions and steam broccoli until tender.
5. Divide cooked rice into bowls and top with steamed broccoli, julienned carrots, and cooked salmon fillets.
6. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
7. Serve hot and enjoy this delicious and nutritious salmon bowl!