Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers, tops removed and seeds cleaned out
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup corn kernels
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Culinary:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix quinoa, black beans, corn, tomatoes, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Stuff each bell pepper with the quinoa mixture and place them in a baking dish.
4. Top each pepper with shredded cheese.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.

One-Pot Creamy Spinach Pasta

Ingredients:

• 8 oz penne pasta
• 2 cups spinach
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste

Culinary:

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In the same pot, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
3. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
4. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
5. Add cooked pasta back into the pot and toss to combine with the creamy spinach sauce.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Honey Mustard Baked Chicken Thighs

Ingredients:

• 6 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Culinary:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and brush with the honey mustard mixture.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
5. Serve with your favorite side dish, like roasted vegetables or rice.

Greek Yogurt Parfait with Berries

Ingredients:

• 2 cups Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup granola
• 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp chia seeds

Culinary:

1. In a glass or bowl, layer 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt at the bottom.
2. Add a layer of mixed berries, followed by a tablespoon of granola.
3. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
4. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle chia seeds on top.
5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a chilled parfait.

Easy Veggie Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1/2 cup snow peas
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Culinary:

1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add garlic and ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add bell pepper, carrot, zucchini, and snow peas to the pan, stir-frying for 5-6 minutes until veggies are tender but still crisp.
4. Pour in soy sauce and toss to coat the vegetables evenly.
5. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
6. Serve as a side dish or with rice for a complete meal.