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Leveled Up Grilled Cheese
The humble grilled cheese can be leveled up with a few tricks. There are two simple tricks that make this an obvious upgrade. The mayo creates the perfect crust, while the mustard mixes perfectly with the cheese. Consider adding onions, tomato slices, or salsa for even more complexity.
Poor Man's Asian Style Noodles
This recipe is great for college kids or anyone wanting to get top notch taste on a very cheap budget. The peanut butter clings to the noodles coating it with the surprisingly rich mix of flavors. The meal takes scantly longer than it does to boil the noodles. Book mark this one for when need it.
Easy Morning Breakfast Burrito
This burrito is great when you don't have much time but want something warm. Packed with protein and made with regular ingredients you have lying around. The hot sauce does some heavy lifting so pick one you like. I went with Cholula chili garlic.
Slow Cooker Zesty Turkey and Black Beans
This dish focuses on building layers of bold, zesty flavor with almost zero active labor. The combination of earthy cumin, oregano, Sazón Goya, and white wine creates a sophisticated savory base that penetrates the turkey and black beans as they simmer. The result is a comforting, hearty meal with a depth of flavor that belies its simplicity. Aside from basic chopping and opening a few cans, the slow cooker does all the work. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lime to brighten the flavors, this recipe provides a high-quality dinner without the need for a complicated process.
Balsamic Tuna Sandwich
You can eat it right away for a decent sandwich, but the secret is marinating for at least one night. The quality of balsamic and olive oil are important in this uncooked sandwich.
Fresh Basil Pesto
This recipe is fast and easy. No baking required to have pesto with full flavor. This recipe is also very flexible. A bit more or less of the cheese, basil, nuts or lemon juice won't ruin the recipe, you may find you like it more. I do recommend you keep the ingredients higher quality. Fresh basil is a must and you'll notice the difference between good or bad olive oil.
Unbaked Chocolate Cookies
This is a classic around the holidays. Fast, easy, and a bit healthier than most we make it for many Holidays. Overtime we've tweaked the recipe. Peanut butter is a great addition, but not necessary. Kids love them, they don't need to know they're getting healthy oats in their cookies.
Dill Sour Cream Dip
This dip works great with chips or vegetables. perfect eating healthy with carrots, broccoli and green beans.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
This rich desert is one of the best examples of the combination of Chocolate and Peanut Butter. It's rich, filling, and magical.
Moms Swedish Meatballs
When my ancestors came to Minnesota they had to struggle to survive. This recipe shows the adjustments to make a good home cooked meal with limited supplies and with a house to maintain. Enjoy this quick to prepare flavorful Minnesota version of Swedish Meatballs.
Italian Meatballs
Although Minnesota isn't the first place you think of when you think Italian, we have our own beloved version. Simple to make, great with a red sauce, or on their own.
Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette
This vinaigrette is a timeless classic for good reason. It balances the sharp, tangy balsamic with the smoother, mellow olive oil. Perfect salads, caprese or any other. Mix it with tomatoes, feta, strawberries, or any green. It's simple to make, just don't use cheap ingredients. You'll have a major challenge to find a time I don't have some in my refrigerator.