Veggie Guacamole

Guacamole is my "healthy food." I am not the best at controlling my urges for food, so when I feel like I need to get a little more vegetables into my system I'll reach for the guacamole. However, avocados, onions and jalapeño aren't nearly enough when you've been living off of all those holiday treats and sweets… You need SO many more vegetables in your system (my version of a detox, HA), so I load all those veggies I've been missing in this ridiculously addictive guacamole. You can load up chips with heaping scoops of creamy crunchiness, or you can top your favorite chicken sandwich or hamburger with it. It also makes for great filler for egg rolls if you want to get really crazy with your guacamole intake. Hey, no judgments here… If anything I'm regretting that I didn't make those egg rolls for myself… Should I make those as a round two recipe down the road? I'm taking votes now so TELL ME. Leave it to me to take one of the very few healthy recipes I make and figure out a way to make it oh-so less healthy… Everyone has their own distinct set of talents, am I right? Anyways, this guacamole is going to become a new fan favorite, especially for when the Super Bowl rolls around. SO much better than any of that boring plain ol' guacamole you may have served in the past. Just trust me on this, ok? Grab those avocados and get to (pretending to) being healthy already! Print Save Veggie Guacamole Recipe Embed Ingredients 4 avocados, peeled and pitted 1/4 red onion, diced 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon lime juice 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced 1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and diced 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and diced 1 roma tomato, seeded and diced salt and pepper Directions In a large bowl, mash avocado until desired consistency for guacamole. Stir in onion, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, jalapeño, bell peppers, and tomato. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately with tortilla chips. Recommended Cuisinart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls Dreamfarm Smood Wusthof Santoku Knife - 5 inch via Food Fanatic http://ift.tt/2jiMqu5 Food Fanatic

Skillet Meatball Lasagna

Lasagna is one of the classic meals that has held up against the test of time. My parents grew up eating lasagna, I grew up eating lasagna and my kids are growing up with lasagna. It's one of the recipes that tend to satisfy most people. This is what I love about lasagna: 1. It is such a hearty dish. The layers of meat, cheese and all that sauce make this a stick-to-your-ribs sort of meal. 2. This is the meal to make when you need to serve a crowd. Every lasagna recipe I have tried makes enough to feed a small army. And since it is so filling, you can serve up smaller squares. 3. The leftovers taste just as good as the day it was served and finally 4. You can make so many variations of traditional lasagna. You can use ground beef or ground turkey, pepperoni or Italian sausage. You can add spinach or other veggies and you can vary the cheese. Lasagna is almost the perfect meal. This is what I do not like about lasagna. It is NOT a quick recipe. You need to plan ahead if you are going to make lasagna. You have to prep the meat, work on each layer and then allow time for the lasagna to bake. 2. This dish is not the best for small families. Even if you like leftovers, you'll be eating lasagna for days. 3. Lasagna is not an ideal dish for those who are lactose intolerant or who just don't care for cheese (like my own kids). So I've decided to make a lasagna recipe that takes what I love about lasagna and eliminates what I don't like. This skillet lasagna recipe is made in less than 30 minutes and in only one pan! This recipe only requires a handful of ingredients and I'll bet you have them in your kitchen already! Sprinkle cheese on top and broil until bubbly if desired or just serve as in. This skillet meal is going to be added to my chicken lasagna skillet and my easy Italian meatball bake meal as one of my favorites! It is family pleasing and easy for busy nights! Print Save Skillet Meatball Lasagna Recipe Embed Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic 2 teaspoons italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 14 ounce can crushed tomatoes 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes 32 ounces vegetable broth 1 16 ounce package cavatappi 16 ounces mini meatballs 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup ricotta cheese, optional Directions Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, seasoning and pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute. Stir in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes and veggie broth into the skillet and bring to a low boil. Add mini meatballs and pasta. Cover. Cook until pasta is tender and meatballs are cooked about 12 minutes. Preheat broiler to low. Sprinkle skillet with mozzarella and ricotta if using and broil for 5 minutes or until bubbly. Serve. Recommended Le Creuset Skillet Lodge Cast Iron Skillet Dreamfarm Supoon via Food Fanatic http://ift.tt/2k3bMJB Food Fanatic