Crock Pot Potato Broccoli Cheddar SoupIngredients:4 large potatoes, peeled and diced (about 6 cups)2 cups fresh broccoli florets (or frozen)1 medium onion, diced3 cloves garlic, minced4 cups chicken or vegetable broth1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)1/4 tsp paprika (optional, for a little kick)1/2 cup heavy cream (for richness)2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese...

 Steak Fajitas Ingredients:For the Steak Marinade:1 pound flank steak (or skirt steak)1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lime juice2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepperFor the Fajitas:1 bell pepper (any color), sliced1 onion, sliced2 tablespoons olive oilSalt and pepper to taste8 small flour...

Lemon Butter ScallopsIngredients:1 lb fresh sea scallops (about 12-16 large scallops)2 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp unsalted butter3 cloves garlic, minced1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)Juice and zest of 1 lemon1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to tasteFresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)Lemon wedges, for...

 Sticky, Spicy, and So Delicious: Boneless Short Ribs and Bao Buns Ingredients:For the Boneless Short Ribs:3 pounds boneless short ribs1 tablespoon olive oilMarinade:¾ cup low-sodium soy sauce (dilute with water if you don’t have low sodium)½ cup dark brown sugar4 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons grated ginger1 sliced Fresno chili (jalapeño is a great...

 Nourishing Quinoa and Lentil Salad Ingredients:1 cup quinoa1 cup green lentils1 cucumber, diced1 red bell pepper, diced1 medium carrot, grated2 tablespoons olive oilJuice of 1 lemon1 garlic clove, mincedSalt and pepper to tasteFresh parsley, choppedInstructions:Cook the Quinoa:Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring...