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Melissa
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Roasted Seasoned ChickpeasBy MelissaYummy snack that can be prepared in a variety of ways! Adapted from https://tasty.co/recipe/spicy-roasted-chickpeas, https://theviewfromgreatisland.com/tandoori-roasted-chickpeas, and https://www.eatingwell.com/gallery/7822622/chickpea-snack-recipes/
Homemade LimoncelloBy MelissaYummy recipe for limoncello, which was a great way to use the leftover peels from making Meyer lemon tarts! Adapted from: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/limoncello-recipe-1916618
Loopy Cereal ShotsBy MelissaFroot Loops-inspired cereal shots, adapted from https://msrachelhollis.com/2013/05/10/cereal-milk-shot/
Sausage BallsBy MelissaGreat party, brunch, or tailgate snack, adapted from Dylan's family recipe, and https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/sausage-cheese-balls.
Cacio e Pepe Zucchini NoodlesBy MelissaSimple but tasty recipe! Adapted from https://thebestketorecipes.com/cacio-e-pepe-zoodles/, https://confessionsofamotherrunner.com/easy-healthy-cacio-e-pepe-zucchini-noodles/, and https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/277642/zucchini-noodle-cacio-e-pepe/
Spanish Cauliflower “Rice”By MelissaEasy Spanish rice, made with cauliflower! (Adapted from https://www.wholesomelicious.com/cauliflower-spanish-rice)
Breakfast Pigs in a BlanketBy MelissaMade these with chicken breakfast sausage for a tailgate! (Adapted from https://www.tasteandtellblog.com/breakfast-pigs-in-a-blanket)
Instant Pot Soft-Boiled EggsBy MelissaUsed these eggs in a breakfast bowl-type recipe using leftover sausage and veggies. (Adapted from https://recipes.instantpot.com/recipe/soft-boiled-eggs)
Cinnamon Toast Crunch ShotsBy MelissaNow a tailgate staple! An easy-to-mix cocktail that's super yummy, especially with the proportions listed below, though these particular measurements make a little over a half gallon!
Instant Pot LentilsBy MelissaEasy way to make lentils that can be added to lots of dishes! (Adapted from https://minimalistbaker.com/instant-pot-lentils-perfect-tender-no-soaking)
Fried Cauliflower RiceBy MelissaThis was a great way to use up some leftover steak! (Adapted from: https://www.theseoldcookbooks.com/low-carb-beef-fried-cauliflower-rice)
Grace’s Banana PuddingBy MelissaGrace has been making this delicious banana pudding since she was 10! Her recipe is based on the directions on the box of Nilla wafers. She cooks her own pudding, but Jello works too 🙂
Gary’s Freezer SalsaBy MelissaGary's recipe for a big batch of salsa that can help use up tomatoes and peppers from the garden, and be stored in the freezer!
Creamed KaleBy MelissaYummy creamed kale recipe that uses milk instead of cream (adapted from: https://www.cuisineandtravel.com/creamed-kale-recipe)
Prosciutto Wrapped AsparagusBy MelissaYummy brunch side for springtime! (Adapted from https://www.fifteenspatulas.com/parmigiano-prosciutto-wrapped-asparagus-spears)
Creamy Chicken and Mushroom SoupBy MelissaFlavorful and filling soup filled with mushrooms and shredded chicken! (Adapted from Cook Once, Eat All Week by Cassy Joy Garcia and https://www.mushroomcouncil.com/recipes/easy-mushroom-soup)
Brined Instant Pot Turkey BreastBy MelissaThis makes a MOIST turkey! Brining adapted from Kyle's experimentation, and Instant Pot directions adapted from: https://www.gourmetdoneskinny.com/recipes/turkey/easy-instant-pot-turkey-whole-or-breasts/
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