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Dinner on the Table in 30! Bacon and Pumpkin Gnocchi

Active:30 mins Total:30 mins Servings:4 Mary Matthews Ingredients 2 slices bacon, thinly sliced1 (1 lb.) package shelf-stable gnocchi1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 chopped large shallot or small onion1-2 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage, plus more for garnish1/4 cup chicken stock3/4 cup heavy cream3 tablespoons cream cheese softened1 cup unseasoned canned pumpkin1/4…

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November 13, 2020

Dinner on the table in 30! Sheet pan chicken drumsticks and vegetables

Cook time 30 mins Yield: 4 servings Mary Matthews Ingredients For the Glaze (chicken): 2 Tablespoons olive oil2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted2 Tablespoons honey2 Tablespoons brown sugar1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard1½ teaspoons minced garlic (about 3 cloves)½ teaspoon dried oregano½ teaspoon dried basilsalt and pepper, to taste8 each skin-on chicken drumsticks (2 per person) For the Vegetables: 1 pound…

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November 4, 2020

Dinner on the Table in 30! Thai Coconut Curry Soup

Mary Matthews Serves 2-4 There are 2 versions of the soup below, the one I actually made ingredients listed first, and also more common ingredients variations listed second. The directions are for my version so just substitute when needed.  Ingredients Broth Base  2 Tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable oil1 large shallot or 1/2 yellow onion,…

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October 28, 2020

Dinner on the Table in 30! Chicken Pot Pie Bowl

It’s comfort food season, but baking a whole chicken pot pie can take to long for a weeknight dinner. This 30-minute pot pie bowl is a perfect way to enjoy all the rich warming flavors of a pot pie in under 30 minutes. Mary Matthews Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, shredded2…

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October 21, 2020

Dinner on the Table in 30, Sweet Potato Chili and Honey Corn Bread Muffins

Serves 4 Ingredients For Chili 1 pound lean ground beef1 sweet or yellow onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 Tablespoons butter4 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon oregano1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes2 teaspoons salt1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes2 medium sweet potatoes, about 4 cups, peeled and cut in…

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October 12, 2020

Pumpkin Pie French Toast

Quick weekend breakfast with all the flavors of pumpkin pie, perfect for Fall. -Mary Matthews serves 4 Ingredients 2 eggs1/2 cup milk1/4 cup pumpkin puree1/4 teaspoon vanilla1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ginger1/8 teaspoon cloves1/4 teaspoon nutmeg2 tablespoons brown sugar8 slices of 1-1 1/2” thick French bread slicesPowdered sugar and Maple syrup to top Preparation Combine the…

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October 9, 2020

Dinner Destination Oktoberfest Schnitzel Sandwich with Weiss Slaw

This week we are celebrating all foods Oktoberfest and want to share a favorite from our collection of Oktoberfest classes. Makes 4 Sandwiches What you’ll need for your sandwiches 4 Each large Pretzel Rolls1/2 cup You Favorite sliced Pickles To make your sliders Top pretzel buns with schnitzel pickles and slaw. (recipes follow) Buttermilk Pork…

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October 7, 2020

Dinner on the Table in 30! Mediterranean Bowl

Serves 2 Mary Matthews A Mediterranean inspired dinner in a bowl, full of bright flavors. Served warm or cold, and is a great 30-minute meal option to add to your week. Ingredients 3/4 cup dry whole grain: quinoa, couscous, barley, or farro1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil2 teaspoons Balsamic vinegar1 garlic cloves,…

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October 5, 2020

The Beyond Basic BLT

Mary MatthewsMakes 2 SandwichesIngredients4 Slices of thick Sour Dough Bread, toasted1 Heirloom Tomato Sliced 1/4″ thick1/2 cup Arugula Lettuce6 Slices Thick style Bacon Strips (Flavor of choice), CookedSmokey Chili butter1/8 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon chipotle chili powder1/8 teaspoon black pepper4 tablespoons salted butterQuick Herb Aioli1/4 cup Mayonnaise1 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 teaspoon lemon juice1 tablespoon fresh chopped…

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October 1, 2020

Pear Cake with Vanilla Glaze

Makes 1 (15-cup) Bundt cake Ingredients 1½ cups unsalted butter softened2¾ cups granulated sugar6 large eggs, room temperature1 tablespoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1½ teaspoons kosher salt½ teaspoon baking soda1¼ cups sour cream, room temperature2½ cups ½-inch-diced Bosc pears  (about 3 large pears)Vanilla Glaze (recipe follows) Directions Preheat oven to 325°F In the bowl of…

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October 1, 2020

Going Bananas, Gluten-Free Chocolate Chunk Muffins

Prep time: 15 min Cook time:  24 min, makes 12 muffins, Mary Matthews Ingredients          2 ripe bananas, mashed         ¼ cup butter, melted         ¼ cup milk         2 eggs         1 tsp vanilla         1 ½ cups gluten-free 1:1 Baking…

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September 30, 2020

Boosted Soup! Ginger Wonton Dumpling Soup

Prep 20 mins Cook 15 mins Total 35 mins, 4 servingsThis ginger filled soup is a boost for you and your immune system. Mary Matthews Ingredients 32  wonton wrappers (8 per serving) Wonton Dumpling Filling 8 oz lean ground pork1 tbsp ginger , finely grated (1.5″ / 3cm piece), or 2 tsp. ground ginger2 green…

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September 29, 2020