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This is another unique and tasty meal that makes use of holiday leftovers, Red & Green Delight:

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Equipment and All Ingredients Needed

2 Frying pans 1 Medium pot 3 Stovetop Burners 1 Can opener

1 Colander 1 Knife 1 Cutting board

300 Grams beef

2 Whole wheat dinner rolls

2 Pitted black olives

3 Large cherry tomatoes

¼ Broccoli flower

½ Cup sour cream

1 Tablespoon olive oil

1 Tablespoon white pepper

1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1 Tablespoon powdered sage

1 Tablespoon almond slivers

1 Teaspoon powdered thyme

1 Teaspoon bleu cheese

5 Fresh basil leaves

4 Fresh mint leaves

4 Extra-thin slices cranberry sauce

150 Grams pasta of choice

Fresh arugula leaves

Nutmeg

Cracked black sesame seeds

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This is a simple and tasty meal with a twist on the traditional version, Tuna Hash:

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Equipment and All Ingredients Needed

2 Frying pans 1 Microwave 2 Stovetop Burners 1 Can opener

1 Microwaveable container with lid 1 Knife 1 Cutting board

2 Small potatoes

1 Small bell pepper

1 /4 White onion

1 Can tuna with oil

2 Tablespoons scallions

1 Tablespoon fresh basil leaves

1 Tablespoon julienned pickled ginger

1 Tablespoon white pepper

1 Tablespoon butter

2 Teaspoons balsamic vinegar

1 Teaspoon dried tarragon flakes

1 Teaspoon minced garlic paste

Whole wheat dinner rolls

Minced garlic paste

Eggs (optional)

Cracked black sesame seeds

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This is another of those “almost too simple” meals that is tasty and filling, Red Beans & Rice Soup Dinner:

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Simply sauté sliced pork sausage in olive oil and diced white onion; add diced bell pepper, fresh rosemary and chopped basil leaves, minced garlic paste, chopped scallions, canned diced tomatoes, chicken broth, cayenne pepper, and leftover red beans and rice. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for about ten minutes; plate and add a whole grain dinner roll as an accompaniment.

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This simple and unique meal has a flavor reminiscent of sweet and sour pork, Cran-Apple Pasta Dinner:

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Equipment and All Ingredients Needed

1 Frying pan 1 Medium pot 2 Stovetop Burners 1 Colander

1 Strainer 1 Knife 1 Cutting board

1 Small pork roast

1 /2 Medium apple

1 /2 Can cranberry sauce

2 Large cherry tomatoes

1 /2 Cup frozen grilled Mediterranean vegetables

1 1/2 Tablespoons scallions

1 Tablespoon olive oil

1 Tablespoon white pepper

1 Teaspoon minced garlic paste

1 Teaspoon minced ginger paste

1 Large fresh rosemary sprig

Iceberg lettuce

Dried oregano flakes

Herbed croutons

Fresh basil sprigs

Pasta of choice

Salad dressing of choice

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This is another quick, simple, and flavorful home cooked meal, Spicy Shrimp Rice Dinner:

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Equipment and All Ingredients Needed

1 Frying pan 1 Stovetop Burner 1 Colander

1 Knife 1 Cutting board

24 Frozen shrimp

4 Large cherry tomatoes

1 1/2 Cups pre-cooked rice

1 /2 Cup chicken broth

2 Tablespoons olive oil

1 1/2 Tablespoons scallions

1 Tablespoon minced garlic paste

1 Tablespoon julienned pickled ginger

1 Tablespoon dried parsley flakes

1 /2 Tablespoon scallions

1 Teaspoon paprika

1 Teaspoon whole grain mustard

Iceberg lettuce

Dried oregano flakes

Fresh basil sprigs

Salad dressing of choice

1 Teaspoon horseradish (optional)

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Although there are quite a few ingredients, this is a delightfully simple and tasty meal, Golden Maple Chicken Dinner:

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Equipment and All Ingredients Needed

2 Frying pans 1 Microwave oven 2 Stovetop Burners 1 Can opener

1 Microwaveable container with lid 1 Knife 1 Cutting board

1 Large boneless chicken thigh

1 Can corn niblets

1 Small can sliced button mushrooms

2 Cups pre-cooked rice

3 Tablespoons maple syrup

2 Tablespoons olive oil

1 Tablespoon sesame oil

1 Tablespoon minced garlic paste

1 Tablespoon soy sauce

1 Tablespoon scallions

1 Tablespoon white pepper

1 Tablespoon almond slivers

1 Tablespoon butter

1 Teaspoon minced ginger paste

1 Teaspoon dried parsley flakes

1/2 Teaspoon chili powder

1/4 teaspoon turmeric

Fresh basil sprigs

Cranberry sauce

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This is a super simple meal that has a twist on a standard dish, Pork Adobo Pasta Dinner:

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Equipment and All Ingredients Needed

1 Frying pan 1 Medium Pot 2 Stovetop Burners

1 Colander 1 Knife 1 Cutting board

1½ Cups frozen grilled Mediterranean vegetable mix

½ Pound pre-cooked pork

½ Cup water

¼ Cup red wine vinegar

3 Tablespoons soy sauce

2 Tablespoons scallions

1 Tablespoon minced garlic paste

1 Tablespoon white pepper

1 Teaspoon dried cilantro flakes

1 Teaspoon bleu cheese

1 Whole wheat dinner roll

Pasta of choice

Grated parmesan cheese

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Here’s a new idea for a standard edible in many households, SOS Wrap Dinner:

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Equipment and All Ingredients Needed

2 Frying pans 1 Medium Pot 2 Stovetop Burners 1 Strainer
1 Can opener 1 Knife 1 Cutting board 4 Toothpicks

1 Can cream of mushroom soup

1 Can chili beans with sauce

1 Small can sliced mushrooms

4 Medium flour tortillas

4 Cherry tomatoes

¼ Red onion

1 Pound ground beef

¼ Cup red wine

¼ Cup milk

1 Tablespoon minced garlic paste

1 Tablespoon white pepper

1 Tablespoon dried parsley flakes

Iceberg lettuce leaves

Soft cream cheese

Dried cilantro flakes

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This rice dish has a surprising light flavor, Sunny Sausage & Rice Dinner:

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Equipment and All Ingredients Needed

1 Frying pan 1 Stovetop burner 1 Knife 1 Cutting board

4 Medium spicy sausages

4 Cherry tomatoes

½ Medium cucumber

2 Cups pre-cooked rice

½ Cup applesauce

1 Tablespoon garlic chives

1 Tablespoon white pepper

1 Tablespoon walnuts

1 Tablespoon whole grain mustard

2 Teaspoons bleu cheese

Iceberg lettuce leaves

Fresh basil sprigs

Creamy cheese dressing

Dried oregano flakes

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This is another simple and filling meal, Hearty Chicken & Pasta Dinner:

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Equipment and All Ingredients Needed

2 Frying pans 1 Medium Pot 1 Colander

2 Stovetop burners 1 Knife 1 Cutting board

1 Large skinless and boneless chicken thigh (cut into strips)

1 Can garbanzo beans with liquid

¼ Red onion (diced)

3 Shitake mushrooms (coarsely chopped)

1 Tablespoon fresh basil (chopped)

1 Tablespoon olive oil

1 Tablespoon minced garlic paste

1 Tablespoon minced ginger paste

1 Tablespoon butter

1 Tablespoon white pepper

1 Tablespoon dried parsley flakes

1 Teaspoon powdered cumin

1 Whole wheat dinner roll

Short pasta of choice

Fresh basil sprigs (optional)

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