St. Patrick’s Day is of course celebrated with beer (and lots of it) around the world. But consider adding a comforting and traditional Irish meal to your celebration plans. Many of these dishes are adjustable, so put your own spin on it by swapping an ingredient or making a unique side dish to serve alongside it.

Sausage and Mash

A classic Irish dish (known as Bangers and Mash in the UK), enjoy hearty sausages (grilled of course) with creamy mashed potatoes. Nothing wrong with enjoying the classics to celebrate a holiday! Check out this recipe for an authentic version. 

Recipe – https://www.theoriginaldish.com/2021/03/13/irish-bangers-and-colcannon-mash/ 

Irish Soda Bread

Soda bread is a quick bread that requires no yeast, and has a texture similar to a biscuit. The rising comes from the buttermilk and baking soda instead, leaving it dense but soft on the inside!

Try it with butter or jam for a sweet breakfast or side dish. 

Recipe – https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/16947/amazingly-easy-irish-soda-bread/ 

Shepherd’s Pie

A deceptively simple recipe for such a flavorful dish, Shepherd’s pie uses ingredients you likely already have in your pantry.

Ground lamb or beef, sauteed with onions, garlic, tomato paste, and a choice of veggies such as peas, carrots, or corn. Top with mashed potatoes to assemble like a casserole, and bake until golden brown.

Recipe – https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/shepherds-pie-recipe2-1942900 

Homemade Irish Cream

Make your own Bailey’s at home with a simple recipe! You can enjoy it on the rocks, add a splash in your coffee or hot chocolate, and use it to top off desserts. All you need is a blender!

Take your cream or half and half, condensed milk, instant coffee, vanilla, and mix on low speed. Add your Irish whiskey of choice and voila!

Recipe – https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/23534/original-irish-cream/ 

Half and Half

A popular order in Irish bars, as the name suggests the half and half is equal parts pale ale and dark stout beer. This drink is perfect to impress friends if you’re hosting, or to snap a picture for your social media! (no recipe necessary for this one!)

Don’t forget to wear green while cooking, or you might get pinched by a leprechaun!

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With so many options available, it is hard to narrow down on a service that is best suited for you. Below are some options accompanied with pricing. 

Home Chef

Use their handy mobile app to pick from a variety of new recipes each week. You can customize too, by upgrading, swapping, or doubling up on a protein. 

The fresh, pre-portioned ingredients with instructions arrive at your door each week. And you have the option to skip a week or pause your account if desired. 

The service provides different meal options including:

• Meal Kits: easy recipes ready in about 30-minutes
• 15 Minute Meal Kits: built for speed and cooks in 15-minutes
• Oven-Ready: pre-portioned ingredients arrive in an oven-safe tin. No prep necessary. 
• Grill-Ready: ingredients are in a grill-safe back easy to throw on the grill 
• Culinary Collection: for special occasions, this collection comes with a selection of premium meals
• Fast & Fresh: after a few minutes in the microwave, the meals are ready for quick deliciousness  

Some of their top recipes include: Sirloin with Blue Cheese Chive Cream, Roasted Salmon in Mandarin Orange Peach Sauce, Chicken Breast with Sweet Walnut Butter, and Greek-Style Shrimp Linguine. 

If you order today, you’ll get 16 free meals. After that, the weekly minimum cost is $49.95. 

Hello Fresh

Use their mobile app to pick a plan that matches your lifestyle and personal preferences like: 

• Meat & veggies 
• Veggie only
• Family friendly 
• Fit & wholesome
• Quick & easy
• Pescatarian. 

Each week, your delivery box will have step-by-step recipes and pre-measured ingredients. Right at your doorstep.

And, did you know their recipes are tested 200 times to ensure total deliciousness? Plus, as a no waste service, the pre-measured ingredients are exact and the packages are recyclable materials. 

Some top meals include: Meatballs with Bulgogi Sauce, Silky Sicilian Penne & Chicken, Italian Chicken over Lemony Spaghetti. Prep time ranges anywhere from 15-30 minutes.

If you order today, you’ll get 16 free meals and 3 gifts. After that, 3 recipes a week for two people is $59.94 per week.  

Blue Apron

Through an App, Blue Apron, lets users pick from 3-different preferences including:

• Signature: choose from a mix of meat, fish, plant-based Beyond Meat and Wait Watchers recommended and health-conscious offerings. 
• Wellness: a balanced and nutritious approved recipe including carb-conscious and WW recommended options. 
• Vegetarian: Meat-free dishes with the best seasonal produce

Blue Apron works with reputable suppliers that support sustainable practices as well as family-run farms and artisanal purveyors for ingredients. Over 85% of Blue Apron packaging is recyclable. 

A few top menu items include: Crispy Panko Chicken & Dijonnaise, Gochujang Ribeye Steak, Orange-Olive Chicken Thighs & Couscous and One-Pan White Bean & Saffron Skillet.  

If you order today, you’ll get 14 free meals. After that, Blue Apron meals cost $7.49 – $9.99 per serving, depending on the size of your order. Per week, prices range from about $60 – $80.

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Alabama

Prevail Coffee Roasters

Located in Auburn, they bring community-minded values to their whole business operations. You can also buy their coffee for delivery across the US. Their coffee names are fun Southern-inspired brands like “Bootlegger” and “Farmer’s Daughter.”

Alaska

Kaladi Brothers Coffee

Located in Anchorage, they repeatedly wins awards for some of the best craft roasted coffee in the country. They also run an elite barista academy that not only trains their own staff but does consulting for other coffee shops on the best practices of making a killer cup of coffee.

Arizona

Cartel Coffee Lab

Starting off as a small street cart, they are now considered the gold standard for artisan coffee in the state. Their most popular roast is the Black Market Blend Forty Eight. This medium body blend is easy on the palate but will still satisfy dark roast lovers.

Arkansas

Onyx Coffee Lab

The company has extensive training, cupping, and a stunning design experience. They also virtual coffee classes on topics like espresso and milk drinks and latte art. One of their baristas has also won the barista of the year award 3 years running.

California

Four Barrel Coffee

Located in San Francisco, where coffee is just as important as the technology. You can also order their coffee online, where they have everything organized by flavor.

Colorado

Boxcar Coffee Roasters

Located in Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, the company has grown to include a roastery, a bakery, a coffee shop, and a training lab. And despite the higher altitude which affects the chemistry, they’ve perfect their roasting.

Connecticut

J. Rene

Located in West Hartford, this coffee shop pays extreme attention to detail and elegance. It’s also received numerous awards since it opened in 2012.

Delaware

Little Goat Coffee Roasting Co

Located in Newark, they started with a mission to bring organic, fair trade coffee to this small but mighty state. Online, you can buy 9 single origin coffee blends, and 3 sample boxes.

District of Columbia

Grace Street Coffee

Located in the historic Georgetown neighborhood, you can order your whole beans, hot coffee, or prepackaged cold brew ahead of time for pick up. Despite the hustle and bustle outside, this cafe is calm and relaxing.

Florida

Panther Coffee

Panther coffee has won multiple industry awards for its coffee and prides itself on its coffee being a beneficial transaction for all. This includes the farmers, the staff, and customers.

Georgia

East Pole Coffee

Located in Atlanta, they’ve been named best roaster in the state by many publications. The company also roasts its beans as well as has a retail location, online sales, and even a coffee subscription club.

Hawaii

Big Island Coffee Roasters

Hawaii is the only state that can actually grow its own coffee, with Kona being the most widely known blend. This is probably the only store on the list that doesn’t have their own storefront, but you can purchase their coffee online.

Idaho

DOMA Coffee Roasting Company

The head roaster has a degree in chemistry so you can only imagine the roasting is pretty darn good. They also specialize in sustainability, with their coffee bags being compostable.

Illinois

Intelligentsia

Located in Chicago, the simple need for excellent coffee has blossomed into 15 locations with 2 roasteries and 2 training labs.

Indiana

Bee Coffee Roasters

The Hive is their original location, and The Swarm is yet another. You can find some honey-sweetened blends from them.

Iowa

Sidecar Coffee Roasters

Located in Cedar Falls, they started as a hobby and expanded into 2 locations. They also value small-batch hand-crafted coffee.

Kansas

PT’s Coffee Roasting Company

One of the founders is one of the United States Barista Competition founders and is a judge worldwide for other barista competitions. This expertise has garnered some of their staff wins in barista competitions.

Kentucky

Sunergos Coffee

Sunergos is Greek for “working together”. Fittingly, the company was founded by 2 friends. They on the prestigious “Best Espresso” award at Coffee Fest in 2014. At their main location, you can sit and enjoy a cup of brew while watching the staff members roast.

Louisiana

Reve Coffee Roasters

With 5 locations, they make your coffee dreams come true (‘reve’ means dream in French). They roast single-origin and original in house blends that have a Louisiana flair to the names.

Maine

Tandem Coffee Roasters

Located in Portland, which is the on the Southern coast of Maine. This coffee shop is owned by a husband and wife team that share a love of single-origin coffee, as well as bakery treats. They opened in 2012 after restoring a vintage gas station. Known for offering seasonal blends, as well as coffee tastings!

Maryland

Ceremony Coffee Roasters

Ceremony offers wholesale, in-person, and subscription services. They also offer a build-your-own box coffee subscription. They also offer 8 different grind settings for your beans. 

Massachusetts

Barismo Coffee Roasters

This shop came about thanks to a few experienced baristas pooling their heads together. They opened their first location in 2008 in Arlington. As you would expect with baristas, they are all about the true coffee experience. You can find helpful brewing guides on their website as well as clear buying practices.

Michigan

Madcap Coffee Roasters

Their passion for coffee is evident, and they have 3 store fronts in Grand Rapids.

Minnesota

Wesley Andrews Coffee Company

They have a unique selection of blends, such as their rosemary fennel. They also purchase their beans from a small farm in Columbia.

Mississippi

Beanfruit

The owner here was roasting coffee in his home before perfecting the science and opening his business. Beanfruit’s name is a tribute to the most basic part of coffee, the bean.

Missouri

Oddly Correct

This place is all about hard-core coffee. You won’t find syrups, lattes, or other fancy coffee-like beverages here.

Montana

Black Coffee Roasting Company

The liberal, outdoorsy town of Missoula didn’t have a coffee shop yet, so two friends decided to open one. They focus on organic coffee as their bean source, and can also order those award-winning beans online.

Nebraska

Archetype coffee

The founder of this shop wanted to take the pretentiousness out of coffee and make it fun again. You can visit two of their locations, with award-winning baristas, or order online.

Nevada

Hub Coffee Roasters

They were actually the first non-chain coffee store in the Reno area and have since built a strong customer following. They also source all their beans from South America.

New Hampshire

Flight Coffee Co.

Founder Claudia Barret has a passion for helping out her community. She spends many resources ensuring her fair-trade coffee from local farmers are paid for well and good. You can also purchase their coffee via monthly membership and have it delivered to your door.

New Jersey

modcup

Founded in 2013 by two friends named Travis and Mike, they worked their way up from modest beginnings in Hoboken. They now have a 2,000 square foot roasting facility in addition to three locations and one food truck. Like most companies in this list, they are avid about their coffee-brewing process and refuse to sell coffee that is still there 18 days after its roast date.

New Mexico

Cutbow Coffee

Located in Alberquerque, the founder spent nearly 25 years trying to perfect the art of the roast. The name comes from the local hybrid trout that is found in New Mexico’s rivers. The fly fishing theme found in the Cutbow brand and coffee shop is a tribute to Paul’s late father that loved fishing.

New York

Gimme Coffee!

This shop first opened a tiny space in Ithaca in 2000. Since then, it has grown to many more locations including its main roasting facility. They also have a small location at Cornell University to top up all those tired students.

North Carolina

Counter Culture

This one of the biggest and oldest roasters on the list, having started in 1995. They are an industry leader in sustainable and fair trade practices.

North Dakota

Twenty Below coffee

Primarily a roasting company without a storefront, they are located in Fargo and ship their coffee throughout the US.

Ohio

Crimson Cup Coffee Roasters

Even though he graduated from Harvard, founder Greg Ubert wasn’t happy. Located in Columbus, they stay close to the Ohio roots and help other coffee companies with best roasting techniques.

Oklahoma

Elemental Coffee

Their name matches their mission — to keep the coffee as simple and elemental as possible. They focus on emphasizing the base flavors without tweaking the taste with added flavors or processing.

Oregon

Stumptown Coffee Roasters

Oregon is getting close to the hotspot of coffee. They won roaster of the year in 2006 and might be considered the grandfather of American cold brew coffee. Although they started small, they’ve expanded to multiple international locations.

Pennsylvania

Square One Coffee Roasters

Located in Lancaster, this is a family-owned coffee shop. They have won multiple awards, including the esteemed Good Foods Awards for 5 years. Their cold brew is well known and has a cult following.

Rhode Island

New Harvest Coffee Roasters

Located in Pawtucket, they are also all about serving locally sourced coffee from farmers with a fair trade policy. They do all their own roasting and brewing, and offer helpful tips and expertise on their website.

South Carolina

Coastal Coffee Roasters

Located in Summerville, they bring craft roasted coffee to the low country. You can buy their bagged coffee online. But each bag is only produced when ordered, to ensure optimum freshness.

South Dakota

Pure Bean Roasters

Only 1% of coffee beans are air roasted, and these guys are doing it. Air roasting helps take the acidity out of the beans. 10% of their proceeds also go towards orphaned children around the world.

Tennessee

Vienna Coffee Company

Located in Maryville, at the base of the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. Very idyllic. They have 52 blends available for sale and a staff member that is a cold brew specialist, and only works on cold brews.

Texas

Merit Coffee Co.

This company started on the south side of San Antonio a while ago, and are continually obsessed with the science behind a good cup of coffee. They actually travel to South America to source their coffee beans directly from the best coffee plantations in the world.

Utah

Millcreek Coffee Roasters

Millcreek has been selling coffee since 1992. They take care in the freshness of their beans, posting roasting dates on all their bags. You can find a cup at their location in Salt Lake City.

Vermont

Vermont Coffee Company

Located in Middlebury, this is actually one of the largest coffee companies on the east coast. They roast organic, fair trade coffee beans with 100% renewable energy sources. For a large chain, they are very local-friendly. They are heavily involved with local charities, and all staff members wear a shirt that says “Friend”.

Virginia

Cervantes Coffee Roasters

This one is founded by a native Bolivian named Marialy Justiniano. Who would know coffee better? She grew up around the coffee industry in her native country. Her and her staff take pride in farmer relations. They have a cold brew specific blend you can have shipped to your house.

Washington

Dillanos Coffee Roasters

Started all the way back in 1992, they specialize in unique roasts with single origins, and 49 total blends. Dillanos also makes sure to practice the best fair trade possible, ensuring farmers make the most from their coffee.

West Virginia

Black Dog Coffee Company

The name of the brand comes from Brian’s beloved black lab, Bear. Bear has passed, but his name legacy is carried on through the coffee and his predecessor, Java, another black lab. Pretty cute, right? They roast their coffee in an antique roaster from 1931, one of the oldest in the country.

Wisconsin

Ruby Coffee Roasters

Brightly colored coffees is the theme at this location. They have partnered with Swift Cup to offer their fans a true instant cup of coffee called Instant Creamery. It’s a freeze-dried process that promises to preserve the rich true flavor of their popular Creamery blend. 

Wyoming

JH Roasters

Located in the lovely Jackson Hole, this store was founded by two friends who actually specialize in European coffee.

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Sure, some people may just flip the switch and want to go full vegan, but maybe you just want to add some vegetarian recipes into your diet. The Flexitarian approach to eating (mostly plants, but still having meat on occasion) is popular for a lot of people, but with the modern western diet being so focused on meat and animal products, it can be daunting to make a switch.

Never fear! We’re here to help with 5 vegetarian recipes that even a die-hard carnivore will love! I put myself into that category and I’ve tried every one of these recipes at home with really excellent (and delicious!) results.  

Before we dive into the recipes, a couple of quick notes. Always remember that most recipes are a bit flexible in terms of ingredients. So, if there are certain items in any of these recipes that you really don’t like (mushrooms? meh), you can likely make some substitutions, as long as the core ingredients stay the same.

Quick tip – don’t take this approach in baking. Changing even one ingredient in a baking recipe could spell absolute disaster if you aren’t a pro.

Szechuan Tofu and Veggies

You’re going to find a couple of recipes here with tofu. If you haven’t cooked with tofu before, give it a try. You will be pleasantly surprised at both how easy it is to cook and also how flavorful it can be as a meat substitute. This dish brings a little heat to a very simple Asian bowl dish. The key ingredients are tofu and the Szechuan sauce. The rest is really up to you, as you can add whichever veggies appeal to you. Personally, I like the mix of cabbage, carrots, and then a green veggie like asparagus. You end up with a really colorful-looking dish that is packed with flavor.  

Check out the recipe at Feasting at Home. 

Black Bean Tacos

Who doesn’t love tacos? If your answer is yes, you can just move along now. But, I expect no one said yes, because tacos are amazing. I consider myself a fairly sophisticated taco connoisseur, but my go-to recipes always involve meat of some sort. So, it was a bit of a step outside my comfort zone to try these black bean tacos. Consider it a successful step, as black bean tacos can be every bit as delicious as my usual chicken, beef, etc. options. This recipe from Delish Knowledge is really more of a guideline for using black beans as the focus of your taco and then gives you a lot of options around it. I virtually guarantee you will love the results. 

Check out the recipe at Delish Knowledge.

Nacho Vegan Baked Potato

There’s a reason that ‘meat and potatoes’ get put together. Potatoes are a great part of a filling meal. But, as anyone who enjoys a loaded baked potato can attest, they can also easily become the centerpiece of a meal. So, check out this super-filling spin on the loaded baked potato, that will easily remove the need to put a steak next to it on your plate. It uses black beans to add more protein to the dish and you get some really great flavor from the salsa and avocado. If you’re not a big avocado fan (I am definitely not, but my wife loves them), you can just remove that from the final dish. 

Check out the recipe at Forks over Knives.

Vegan Vegetable Lo Mein

Here’s our other tofu recipe, although the tofu is actually optional. I personally think it helps make this a much heartier meal, so it’s highly recommended. This is a very simple and quick dinner recipe that brings out some great Asian flavors. Much like the Szechuan recipe above, you can really add whatever veggies you want to this one. One good approach is to try to add at least three different colors into that veggie mix. Red peppers, purple for the cabbage, green for the snow peas or edamame, etc. This is also one where mushrooms are entirely optional. If you’re not a fan of mushrooms, but want to give them a try, cut them extra small and you won’t even notice them in there. 

Check out the recipe at Feasting at Home.

Homemade Vegetarian Chili

Chili is a pretty carnivorous meal in the vast majority of cases. In fact, there’s a real debate on whether traditional chili should even have beans in it (I firmly believe it doesn’t need them). But, we’re making vegetarian chili here, so you better believe there are beans in the recipe and that’s just fine. This recipe makes a very flavorful and hearty chili. Pro tip: if you want to add even a bit more heartiness to your chili recipe, consider adding potatoes. Just make sure they are cut up into bite-sized pieces and boiled prior to putting them into your chili. Almost any type of potato works, but you can also get adventurous and try things like sweet potato. 

Check out the recipe at Cookie and Kate. 

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Since the pandemic, a lot more people are cooking at home. People have taken their cooking game up more than a few levels. If you fall into this category, you might be considering investing in some high-quality cooking tools. One of the best places to invest is in some great pots and pans.

But, there are a lot of options with different uses, so here is a quick guide to some great brands and where you might want to consider them in your kitchen lineup. 

All-Clad

If you’ve done any looking at some higher-end cookware, then you have already run across All-Clad. They are well know for making what is likely the best stainless steel cookware available to consumers. The company has been in business since 1967 and while they also offer opinions in the non-stick arena, it’s stainless where they really shine. 

You can look at three different collections (D3, D5, and Copper Core), all with particular benefits and varied pricing. But, you can expect to pay a hefty price for any All-Clad cookware you decide to invest in. But, these stainless steel options are meant to last a long time.

They are touted as being pans you can pass along to your kids. Basically, they are favorites of chefs and restaurants, along with consumers for a reason. You get what you pay for – high quality and incredible durability. 

Le Creuset

The Le Creuset is pretty much a household name when it comes to enameled cast iron cookware. You’ve almost certainly seen their multi-colored dutch ovens and other pans at their retail locations. They have been making a name for themselves since 1925 and they make beautiful and striking enameled cast iron cookware that will be a showstopper in any kitchen.  

All Le Creuset cookware is made in France ouf of cast iron, before the bold enamel colors are added. In particular, the brand is noen for its dutch ovens, but they also offer a variety of other pots and pans in a wide range of shapes and sizes. Like All-Clad, you will pay a price for the Le Creuset name, but it can be worth it for a pan that can last a lifetime. 

Made-In

Well if you got sticker shock looking at those All-Clad and Le Creuset prices, Made-In could be what you’re lookin for. This newer company (founded in 2016 in Austin, TX) offers professiona-quality cookware at more affordable prices. They have already gained credibility by being used in over 1,500 professional kitchens, including Michelin-star rated restaurants like Le Bernardin in NY and Alinea in Chicago. 

The prices are lower than some of the high-end competitors because they have adopted a direct-to-consumer model, where you can only buy Made-In cookware directly from the manufacturer. You won’t see them in any store.  They have several high-quality product lines including stainless steel, non-stick, copper, and blue carbon steel cookware.

Once you get into the copper cookware, the pricing starts to go up quite a bit. Let’s be clear, these aren’t inexpensive pots and pans, but they will typically be significantly lower than some of the others on this list.  While they are new to the industry, their quality is expected to hold up with some of the other heavyweights in the years to come. So, this represents a potentially more cost conscious option for those still wanting professional quality cookware.

Scanpan

Looking for non-stick cookware? Scanpan should be on your list to consider. This Denmark brand has been in the business since the 1950s offering sustainable cookware long before it was a trend. Pans are created with 100% recycled aluminum to reduce waste. 

These pans have received rave reviews from places like Good Housekeeping and other cooking review sites as a great choice for quality non-stick cookware that also happens to be environmentally friendly. When it comes to price, Scanpan is a bit more costly than a typical ceramic non-stick pan, but it’s also not typically ‘break-the-bank’ expensive. 

Lodge

Wait a minute, don’t I see Lodge cast iron pans for sale in my local grocery store? How can that be high end? Well, just because you can find them in a lot of places doesn’t mean that Lodge isn’t the top of the line when it comes to cast iron cookware. The brand has been around since 1896, making it the oldest one on our list. The US, family-owned brand in Tenessee makes a wide variety of skillets, woks, dutch ovens, griddles, and all kinds of other cookware. 

Lodge cast iron skillets are favorites of professional chefs, food magazines, cooking show hosts, and consumers alike. This is also a care where getting the best quality won’t empty your wallet. Lodge cast iron cookware isn’t necessarily cheap, but it can fit just about any home chef’s budget, if you buy them over time.

Many chefs will tell you that if you can only own a couple of pots and pans, that one of them should be a cast iron skillet. So, give strong consideration to adding a Lodge pan to your kitchen arsenal. 

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Ingredients

• 6 cups chicken stock
• 3 to 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 2 (15-ounce) cans beans of your choice, rinsed and drained (I used Great Northern beans)
• 2 cups (16 ounces) salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• optional toppings: diced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, chopped red or green onions, sour cream, crumbled tortilla chips, fresh jalapeño slices

Instructions

1. Combine ingredients.  Stir together chicken stock, shredded chicken, beans, salsa and cumin in large stockpot.
2. Bring to a simmer.  Cook on high heat until the soup reaches a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue simmering for 5 minutes.
3. Serve.  Serve immediately, garnished with lots of your favorite toppings.

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This easy spaghetti casserole recipe takes about an hour and a half to prepare and only requires a couple of ingredients. This dish feeds four to five people. 

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 jar of spaghetti sauce (your choice)
• 8 oz. of sour cream 
• 1 can of cream of mushroom soup
• 1 package (8 oz.) of spaghetti noodles 
• 1 pack (8 oz.) of shredded cheese (your choice) 

Directions:

1. Brown your meat, drain and add in spaghetti sauce. Season with salt, pepper and garlic salt. 
2. Boil enough noodles to fill about half of a casserole dish. Keep the noodles separate from the sauce
3. Mix sour cream and cream of mushroom soup in a bowl. 
4. Layer the bottom of your casserole pan with noodles.
5. Add your sour cream/cream of mushroom mixture for the second layer. 
6. Top it off with your meat sauce. 
7. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes covered with aluminum foil. 
8. After 30 minutes, top it off with shredded cheese (your preference). 
9. Put back in the oven for 10 more minutes uncovered. 
10. Let cool then enjoy! 

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And healthy eating doesn’t have to be bland and boring either! Check out these easy, nutritious, and delicious recipes below to set yourself up for success as you kick off your new goals. 

Greek Yogurt Parfait

Greek yogurt has a higher protein content than other yogurts–and less sugar as well. If you’re also trying to cut down on your dietary fats, you can opt for the 2% or fat-free versions. 

Top with whatever toppings you like including a wide variety of fruits for extra fiber and vitamin/mineral content, nuts and seeds for healthy fats, or even granola if you need a little extra carb boost.

Try this one from Trifecta Nutrition.

Burrito Bowls

Quick and easy “bowl” type meals are the best for on-the-go, or packed lunches! You can easily make your own style of meal with a grain or veggie base, and add extra lean protein. 

If you’re a fan of Mexican flavor, you’ll love burrito bowls with brown rice, beans, veggies, and either lean ground turkey or chicken breast. Top with salsa, chile, or fresh cilantro for extra spice and flavor but without any of the extra calories.

Try this one from Tasty.

Egg Muffins

If you’re out the door in the mornings in the flash, you don’t want to skip breakfast. Chances are you’ll be so hungry in a few hours you’ll overeat more than you would if you had eaten breakfast in the first place. 

If “sweet” breakfasts aren’t really your thing, try these low-carb egg muffins. Make them on a Sunday and they’ll last you for the entire week! You can also add whatever mix-ins you like including ham, cheese, or extra veggies. 

Try these from Well Plated by Erin.

Overnight Oats

Also on the go but prefer a sweet breakfast? Overnight oats are your answer. Make these the night before and all you need to do is grab it in the morning with a spoon. 

The oats soak up the liquid overnight making them easier to digest (and tastier). Not cooking the oats also helps retain some of its nutritional value. You can try out a variety of flavors with these such as mixed berry, strawberry and banana, tropical, peanut butter and chocolate, cinnamon, or more! 

Try these variations from Downshiftology.

Buddha Bowls

If you haven’t heard of Buddha Bowls before, they’re a popular bowl-type meal that consists of tons of veggies and good-for-you ingredients. They’re usually vegetarian, but you can always add your own lean proteins if you like. 

Try this one out from vegan Minimalist Baker. 

Chicken Fajitas 

We all know chicken and vegetables are the ultimate “diet” food. But it doesn’t always have to be steamed veggies and bland chicken. Herbs and spices are a great way to add flavor without extra calories.

A perfect example? Fajita veggies made with fresh bell peppers and onions, and lean chicken breast for a good dose of protein.

Try this one out from Primavera Kitchen.

Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies 

Here’s another chicken and veggie meal prep dinner for you if Mexican flavor isn’t your favorite. Sheet pan dinners allow you to arrange all of your ingredients on one baking tray, pop it in the oven, bake, and that’s it! The clean up is super easy and the steps aren’t complicated at all.

Try this honey mustard flavored one from Macrostax.

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Pumpkin Pie

This is really more of a Thanksgiving treat to me, but it got plenty of support as a favorite for the Christmas season as well. As a kid, I was not a fan, but at some point, my tastes changed and I have to admit this is one of my favorites now. But, it needs to be chilled and topped with whipped cream. It’s just not as good when it’s room temperature. 

Eggnog

There was no real consensus about whether this was the alcoholic or non-alcoholic variety, so we’ll leave that open to interpretation. Candidly, this was not on my list. I’m not personally a fan of drinking eggs – and yes, the recipe typically contains egg whites and yolks. That feels a bit too much like a scene from Rocky or from lifting weights in the days before you could get reasonably good-tasting protein shake mixes. So, it’s a hard pass for me, but many of the rest of the staff really likes it.  I know, their taste is now questionable. 

Peppermint Bark

Peppermint and milk chocolate (or white chocolate). Nothing wrong with that combination and that was confirmed by our informal poll.  I’m personally partial to the brand you can buy from Williams-Sonoma, but you can make it at home or get it from any number of retailers. Definitely best served chilled, so the bark has a little crunch.  Ugh, now I’m craving peppermint bark writing this article.  LOL!

Gingerbread

Not everyone loves gingerbread. It’s a unique taste combination of sweet and a bit tangy from the ginger. But, if that combo floats your boat, as it does with a lot of our editorial team, then you know why this makes the list. I’m definitely a fan myself. A good gingerbread muffin or other soft version is my favorite. But a crunch Gingerbread Man is still perfectly acceptable. This is a flavor that definitely brings out the holiday spirit.

Candy Canes

Now to be clear, we’re talking about a decent candy cane and not some cheap version that you can get 10 for a $1 at the grocery store. But, the candy cane flavor is pretty synonymous with the Christmas season, and our crew agrees. They also make nice Christmas Tree ornaments that you end up eating, instead of just throwing back in the decoration box every year.

Christmas Cookies

This is a bit of a catch-all as we couldn’t really agree on what a ‘Christmas Cookie’ entailed. In my opinion, this generally means a sugar cookie that is decorated with some holiday theme. Maybe it’s cut out in the shape of a Christmas Tree or a reindeer or has a Santa image in icing on top. But, the basis is usually a simple sugar cookie that is then elevated with sprinkles, icing, or some other overly sweet add-ons. 

Hot Chocolate

This is most popular in places where it gets cold during the holiday season for obvious reasons, but a nice steaming cup of hot chocolate is a welcome addition to just about anything holiday-related. What I tend to envision is coming off the ski slope and grabbing a cup of hot chocolate to warm up. 

What’s Missing?

I’m sure some favorites are missing from this very arbitrary list. Which ones come to mind?

Fruitcake – Yes, we discussed it and it was unanimously rejected. I know there are fruitcake fans out there… somewhere.  But, not among the AHD team.  

Mimosas! This came up several times as a favorite Christmas morning beverage. But, we’re keeping the list kid-friendly, so we decided to leave it off.  But, it does indeed show up at every Christmas morning at my house. 

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This is a wonderful (and easy) adult holiday beverage you can make for parties, or to get your house smelling like Christmas. Check out this recipe from New York Times Cooking.

Ingredients

• 2 large oranges
• 4 ¼ cups/1 liter red wine
• 1 ¼ cups/10 ounces brandy
• ½ cup dark brown sugar
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 6 whole cloves
• 3 cardamom pods, slightly crushed

Instructions

1. Using a peeler, remove the peel in strips from 1 orange then juice the orange. Slice the other orange into rounds and reserve for garnish.
2. In a nonreactive saucepan, combine orange peel, juice and the rest of the ingredients. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, about 2 minutes. Increase the heat to high, bring mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently until flavors meld, about 30 minutes. Strain the mixture, discarding the solids.
3. Ladle into cups or mugs. Garnish each with a reserved orange round.

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