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Pesto Turkey Sliders

September 20, 2019 by Good Living Guide. This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

Good things come in small packages, and that’s definitely true of these scrumptious Pesto Turkey Sliders. This recipe lets you keep all the fun of a bite-size burger while cutting the fat and adding some sophistication

Why You Need to Try These Pesto Turkey Sliders.

Most of us want to eat healthy, but we can’t resist our favorite guilty pleasures. This recipe lets you have it all.

These little sandwiches pack a lot of flavor into a small size. They’re a twist on classic hamburger sliders. This version uses lean turkey meat, oats and low-fat, antioxidant-packed pesto.

Tips for Making Pesto Turkey Sliders

Pesto is the secret ingredient that takes these sliders from tame to tantalizing. Use a good pesto from the grocery store or an Italian deli. You can also make your own.
The best rolls for sliders are small, soft and dense. Try potato rolls for a buttery flavor or Hawaiian-style rolls for a touch of sweetness.
Oats are a great way to stretch out ground meat. Your meat will be tender and full of flavor. Best of all, oats are cheap and they’re good for you.

What to Serve with Pesto Turkey Sliders

French fries are a natural with sliders. Bake a batch of fragrant, golden sweet potato fries for a real taste treat.

Make a pitcher of Cajun Lemonade to enhance the fresh, sunny flavors of the pesto and turkey. For a nonalcoholic version, use lemon-lime soda in place of the rum.

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Pesto Turkey Sliders

These Pesto Turkey Sliders let you keep all the fun of a bite-size burger while cutting the fat and adding some sophistication.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Author Good Living Guide

Ingredients

2 tbsp pesto plus extra if you want to use it as a topping
1 egg
1/4 cup quick-cooking oatmeal
16 oz ground turkey 93% lean
mozzarella cheese slices
slider buns

Instructions

Mix first three ingredients in a large bowl.
Add in ground turkey and mix with your hands.
Form slider-sized patties.
Cook on a nonstick griddle or pan for a total of about 14 minutes, turning approximately every 4 minutes.
Add cheese on top and cook for one more minute.

Recipe Notes

Makes 6-8 patties; Serves 4-6 with sides.

I used store-bought refrigerated pesto. I think any kind of traditional pesto would work though. Also, mozzarella cheese was really good, but provolone or swiss would be good alternatives.

Cuban Mojo Potatoes

September 11, 2019 by Good Living Guide. This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

Are you looking for a way to kick a bland, ho-hum dinner into a spicy fiesta of flavor? Look no further than these Cuban Mojo Potatoes.

You Need These Cuban Mojo Potatoes In Your Life

Potatoes are a wonderful side dish, but after a while they can get boring.

That’s when these Cuban Mojo Potatoes step up. They’ll rescue your dinner with that twist you’re looking for. They’re easy to make, and they perk up any meal.

You’re Going to Love These Cuban Mojo Potatoes

Use them as a side dish, take them to a potluck or serve them to guests you want to impress. These delicious, versatile potatoes can do it all.

The best part is that you cook them on your barbecue, so there’s no hot oven to worry about. Let them roast away while you get other things done.

How to Make Cuban Mojo Potatoes

These take about an hour to cook on the barbecue. Make sure you time everything correctly if you’re dinner for the same meal.
The recipe calls for Yukon Gold potatoes. If you don’t have any on hand, you can substitute red potatoes or white potatoes.

What to Serve with Cuban Mojo Potatoes

If you want to make them part of a whole meal, why not stay with the Cuban theme? Try some Cuban shredded beef that you can make in your crockpot, or go all out and make authentic Cuban sandwiches stuffed with meat and cheese.

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Cuban Mojo Potatoes

Are you looking for a way to kick a bland, ho-hum dinner into a spicy fiesta of flavor? Look no further than these Cuban Mojo Potatoes.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Cuban

Author Good Living Guide

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes diced
1 tsp kosher salt
1 lime cut into 6 wedges
1/4 cup olive oil
1 red onion thinly sliced
4 tbsp garlic diced
3 scallions sliced
1 tbsp red pepper flakes
1/2 cup cilantro chopped

Instructions

Allow BBQ Grill to heat up for 10 minutes.
Using a cookie sheet, cover the bottom with foil.
Place all ingredients into the center of the foil, except the cilantro.
Cover ingredients with the foil into a tight package.
Cover the ingredients with another layer of foil.
Place the potatoes over the hottest part of the grill.
Rotate the potatoes every 10 minutes for about 50-60 minutes.
Remove from grill, unwrap, top with cilantro and enjoy!

Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup

September 11, 2019 by Good Living Guide. This post may contain affiliate links. 2 Comments

If you crave the taste of stuffed peppers, but want an easy version with no stuffing required, check out this totally satisfying Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup. This soup smells amazing while it’s cooking, and it tastes even better.

Here’s Why You Need This Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup

Do you ever get the craving for something but don’t have enough ingredients or enough time to make it? When that happens, count on soup to save the day.

A slow simmer of spices, fresh ingredients and rich-tasting broth can create a great meal that captures the flavors you want.

Soup is easy to make, easy on your budget and a surefire family favorite.

Helpful Tips for Making Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup

For the best taste, use fresh ingredients. Here’s a great guide to picking and storing peppers of all kinds.
Like all soups, you can change ingredients according to what you have on hand. Switch the ground beef for ground turkey or vegetarian crumbles. Use saffron rice or Mexican-style rice instead of white. The possibilities are all delicious.

What to Serve with Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup

The southwestern flavors in this soup make it a natural to pair with tortilla chips. Set out cut limes, avocado slices, shredded cheese and sour cream as topping options. They’ll take these flavors to the next level.

If your family prefers bread, serve warm, crusty rolls.

Crisp salads always go well with soup. Try a southwestern salad with homemade avocado dressing like this one.

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Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Author Good Living Guide

Ingredients

1 lb ground meat
1 green bell pepper chopped
1 cup onion finely diced
1 29 oz can diced tomatoes
1 15 oz can tomato sauce
1 14 oz can chicken broth
1/4 tsp thyme dried
1/4 tsp sage dried
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup white rice
fresh sage chopped

Instructions

Prep stock pot with cooking spray.
Add the ground meat in the stock pot.
Brown the meat. Drain the fat.
Add the pepper and onion.
Cook the onion and pepper until the onion is translucent but not brown.
Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, thyme, and sage. Season with the salt and pepper. (to taste).
Cover the stock pot . Allow the soup to simmer for 30-45 minutes. (Or until the peppers are tender)
Add 2 cups of water in the saucepan. Bring to a boil.
Add rice cooking until tender.
Add the rice to the soup.
Garnish with the fresh chopped sage.

Muffaletta Sandwich

September 9, 2019 by Good Living Guide. This post may contain affiliate links. 1 Comment

Maybe you can’t take a trip to New Orleans, but your taste buds will feel like they’re there when they bite into this delectable, hearty Muffaletta Sandwich. This street food classic from the Big Easy is big and easy to make.

What’s Special About This Muffaletta Sandwich

Muffaletta sandwiches were created by Sicilian immigrants living in New Orleans.

This tasty meal combines the hearty goodness of freshly baked bread with the satisfying flavors of Italian cold cuts and Creole spiciness.

Helpful Tips for Making a Muffaletta Sandwich

The recipe calls for olive muffaletta salad. You can buy this premade in most grocery stores or Italian specialty shops, but you can also make your own in about 10 minutes.
Authentic muffaletta sandwiches are made with round loaves of sesame seed bread. If you can’t find them, use any large, crusty loaves that will stand up to the cheese, spread and meats. You can also bake the bread yourself.

What to Serve with a Muffaletta Sandwich

A sandwich this big and flavorful deserves the right pairing when it comes to beverages.

Keep the New Orleans theme going by pairing it with an Abita beer. I suggest the crisp Maison Blanc or the summery Strawberry Lager.

Abita is the oldest and best-known craft brewery in New Orleans. You can find Abita beers at any liquor store that carries craft beers.

If you’re serving it to kids or adults who prefer nonalcoholic beverages, match it with a refreshing, Southern-style tea or sipper.

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Muffaletta Sandwich

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Author Good Living Guide

Ingredients

1 10-12 inch loaf round bread topped with sesame seeds sliced in half horizontally
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup muffaletta olive salad
12 to 24 slices black forest ham
12 slices provolone cheese
12 to 24 slices mortadella or bologna
12 slices mozzarella
12 to 24 slices salami

Instructions

Open bread on a large surface like a cutting board. Remove some of the inner bread to create room for the stack of meats and cheeses.
Brush the open sides on each half of bread with olive oil. Spread olive salad over the olive oil on both pieces of bread.
On the bottom half of the sandwich, begin layering the ham, provolone, mortadella or bologna, and mozzarella.
On the opposite (top) half of the sandwich, place the salami over the olive salad. Using the salami to help hold the olive salad in place, invert the top and place on the bottom.
Press the sandwich down and secure with plastic wrap. Remove plastic wrap before serving.
Sandwich can be stored overnight (covered with plastic wrap) if needed or sliced and served immediately.

Recipe Notes

Mortadella is not easy to find in common grocery stores. A cured pork embedded with pieces of fat, the closest substitute is common bologna. But don’t be skeptical. It tastes amazing in this combination. Also, it is easier to make this sandwich if you stack everything on one side EXCEPT for the final layer of meat. Place the salami on the opposite side to help hold the olive salad in place as you invert the sandwich half onto the other side. This sandwich is easier to slice with a serrated bread knife. To prepare this for a picnic or potluck, slice into portions and rewrap each part in plastic wrap.

American Chop Suey

June 7, 2019 by Good Living Guide. This post may contain affiliate links. 5 Comments

American Chop Suey is a classic comfort food. Because it’s a budget-friendly and adaptable one-pot dish, it’s a popular option for an easy weeknight meal.

This dish goes by so many different names. You may know it by Goulash, Johnny Marzetti, Macaroni Red, Goulash, Johnny Marzetti, Macaroni Red, Slumgullion, Chili Mac, Hamburger Casserole Slumgullion, Chili Mac, Hamburger Casserole or Beefaroni. But whatever you call it, you won’t be disappointed by the abundance of flavors in this beloved American meal!

What’s In American Chop Suey?

The core ingredients consist of ground beef, sautéed onions, a hearty tomato sauce and tender elbow macaroni. However, there are many regional variations. In addition to our favorite blend of ingredients, many choose to add green pepper, mushrooms and even cheese. Since it’s a flexible and forgiving recipe, you have the liberty to add your personal favorites to the base ingredients.

Origin Of The Name?

First of all, this dish has nothing to do with Chinese food in any way. In Cantonese, the character for chop suey is tsaâp suì, meaning “mixed bits.” There is a belief that the take-out dish was invented by a Chinese chef in the United States. Because it’s made out of mixed bits, he named it tsaâp suì. The Cantonese pronunciation was later converted to chop suey by Americans. Eventually, the dish evolved into an Italian-American staple. However, there does not seem to be a consensus on the exact origin of the dish or its name.

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American Chop Suey

American Chop Suey is a classic comfort food. Because it's a budget-friendly and adaptable one-pot dish, it's a popular option for an easy weeknight meal.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Author Good Living Guide

Ingredients

3 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
2 lbs ground beef lean
1 tbsp italian seasoning
2 15 oz cans tomato sauce
1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes including liquid
1 cup water
1 tbsp worcestershire sauce optional
salt and pepper to taste (I use about 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper)
3 cups elbow macaroni uncooked

Instructions

According to the directions on the box, cook the elbow macaroni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Brown the ground beef and onion on medium-high heat until no pink remains. Drain grease.
Add the garlic and cook over medium heat for about 1 minute.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, water, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper until the mixture begins to boil. Then simmer for approximately 20 minutes.
Stir in the elbow macaroni to the mixture and serve hot.

Recipe Notes

We prefer to serve with French bread and a side salad.

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White Bean and Farro Salad

April 6, 2019 by Good Living Guide. This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

This healthy White Bean and Farro Salad is packed with flavor and hearty enough for a main course. What makes it special is Farro, my new favorite grain! It’s a delicious and chewy whole grain with a mild nutty flavor. It has more protein and fiber than wheat and is especially rich in magnesium and B vitamins. I love it so much that I have been using it as a replacement over rice and pasta.

This quick and easy salad recipe has only six ingredients. The ease of preparation is sure to make your hectic day a little less stressful.

You will want to follow the instructions that come with the specific Farro you purchase. Most directions will say to add Farro and water in a pot and bring to a boil. Then you will want to reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer anywhere from 25-40 minutes. The Farro should be tender and all of the liquid should be absorbed.

Although it’s not necessary, you can speed up the cooking time of Farro by soaking it beforehand. Simply add enough cold water to submerge the grain completely, put a lid on it, and then refrigerate for 8-24 hours.

Four pantry ingredients is all it takes to make the easiest Red Wine Vinaigrette ever. This classic vinaigrette recipe is super versatile, only takes a few minutes to whisk together, and always tastes delicious! To save time, I prepare it while the Farro is cooking.

Now it’s time to add the Farro, white beans, kale, feta cheese, dried cranberries, and pepitas in a large mixing bowl.

Toss until mixed, pour the vinaigrette over the salad, toss again and then enjoy this fantastic White Bean and Farro Salad!

White Bean and Farro Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette

This healthy White Bean and Farro Salad is packed with flavor and hearty enough for a main course. What makes it special is Farro, a delicious and chewy whole grain with a mild nutty flavor.

Author Good Living Guide

Ingredients

Salad

1 cup uncooked Farro
1 can white beans drained and rinsed
1 cup kale torn small by hand
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup pepitas
4 ounces feta crumbled

Dressing

1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Prepare 1 cup Farro as directed in the package.
While Farro is cooking, prepare dressing.
Add all dressing ingredients to a small mixing bowl. Whisk until well combined and refrigerate.
When Farro is done, rinse with cold water until cool.
In a large mixing bowl, add Farro, beans, kale, feta*, cranberries, and pepitas.
Toss until mixed.
Pour dressing over salad, toss again and serve.

Recipe Notes

*If making the night before, leave out feta until right before serving.

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The Very Best Soup Recipes

The Very Best Soup Recipes

December 28, 2018 by Good Living Guide. This post may contain affiliate links. 6 Comments

Is there anything better than a piping hot bowl of soup? The aroma of homemade soup is certainly one of life’s greatest comforts. And according to scientific research, soup can help you lose weight because of its unique ability to curb hunger. Whether you’re in the mood for something decadent and creamy or healthy and full of nutrients, we have compiled a mouth-watering collection of The Very Best Soup Recipes.

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Soup from Modern Honey

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Colcannon Soup (aka Irish Potato and Cabbage Soup with Bacon) from Closet Cooking

Canadian Cheese Soup from Can’t Stay Out Of The Kitchen

Lasagna Soup from A Farmgirl’s Dabbles

Cheeseburger Soup from Kitchen Fun with my 3 Sons

Cabbage Potato Soup from Veggie Society

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup from Cooking Classy

Easy Lentil Potato Soup from Cooking LSL

Cream Cheese Crack Chicken Chili from Plain Chicken

Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup from The Recipe Critic

Spicy Chicken & Corn Chowder from Spicy Southern Kitchen

Slow Cooker Creamy Tortellini Soup from Cafe Delites

One Pot Lasagna Soup from I Heart Naptime

Weight Loss Vegetable Soup from Spend with Pennies

Chicken Pot Pie Soup from Kitchen Dreaming

Slow Cooker Macaroni Hamburger Soup from Fast & Slow Cooking

Italian Meatball Soup from Dinner Then Dessert

Green Enchiladas Chicken Soup (Keto Slow Cooker Mexican Soup) from Seeking Good Eats

Chicken Wild Rice Soup from I Am Baker

Italian Sausage Orzo Soup from The Kitchen Girl

Beef Barley Soup with Prime Rib from Or Whatever You Do

Cold-Fighting Couscous Chicken Soup from Soup Addict

Winter Detox Moroccan Sweet Potato Lentil Soup from Little Spice Jar

Easy Hamburger Soup from Spend with Pennies

Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup from Small Town Woman

Baked Potato Soup from Spend with Pennies

Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup from Life Made Simple

Copycat Panera Chicken & Wild Rice Soup from Wishes and Dishes

20-Minute Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup from Gimme Some Oven

Creamy Asiago Chicken and Mushroom Tortellini Soup from Closet Cooking

White Wine Chicken Stew Recipe from The Cookie Rookie

Crockpot Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Soup from Chelsea’s Messy Apron

Steak and Ale Soup with Mushrooms from The Cozy Apron

Cream of Reuben Soup from An Affair From The Heart

Loaded Broccoli Potato Soup from Lil’ Luna

Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup from Cookie and Kate

French Onion Soup from Tastes Better From Scratch

Roasted Poblano, Sweet Corn and Potato Stoup from Iowa Girl Eats

Greek Lemon Rice and Chicken Soup from Tastefulventure

Cabbage Roll Soup from Canadian Cooking Adventures

Creamy Chicken Kale Soup from I Heart Umami

Creamy Italian Quinoa Soup from Platings and Pairings

Cajun Pumpkin Soup from Avant Garde Vegan

Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup from Good Living Guide

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Instant Pot Carne Asada Street Tacos

July 16, 2017 by Good Living Guide. This post may contain affiliate links. 1 Comment

These Carne Asada Street Tacos are incredibly delicious and so easy to make! The marinade is what gives them the authentic “street” taco flavor!

Why wait for a food festival or street fair when you can make these wonderful Carne Asada Street Tacos in the comfort of your own home?

Instant Pot Carne Asada Street Tacos

Ingredients

2 lbs Beef Bottom Round Roast sliced into 1/4 pieces
1/2 cup Onion finely chopped
1/2 cup Pico de Gallo
1/2 cup Lime Juice
1/4 cup Lemon Juice
1/4 cup Orange Juice
1/4 cup Soy Sauce
2 tbsp Olive Oil
2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tsp Garlic chopped
1 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Chile Powder
1 tsp Cumin
1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
1/4 cup Onion chopped (for the topping)
Cilantro
Corn Tortillas

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine the lime juice, lemon juice, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, chopped garlic, salt, chile powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
Place steak into bowl and let it marinate for 3 hours.
Once marinated, cut the steak into 1/4 in pieces.
Turn on your Instant Pot to sauté.
Add the oil and 1/2 cup of onions and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring a few times.
Turn off Instant Pot.
Add meat to Instant Pot and set to meat/stew.
Adjust down to 6 minutes.
Allow pressure to cook for 15 minutes.
Once done, pull meat out and set in a bowl.
Grab some cilantro leaves and chop.
Add cilantro to the 1/4 cup of onions and mix.
Take a tortilla and scoop some meat onto it as well as the onion, cilantro mix and pico de gallo. Enjoy!

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