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Chicken Fettuccine with Salsa Sauce Ingredients: 🔺️300 g fettuccine pasta 🔺️400 g chicken breasts, cut into small cubes 🔺️1/2 cup sliced olives 🔺️4 tablespoons vegetable oil 🔺️1 tablespoon olive oil 🔺️3 cups salsa sauce 🔺️5 garlic cloves, chopped 🔺️1 small onion, chopped 🔺️3/4 cup water 🔺️120 g cream cheese 🔺️1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 🔺️salt & black pepper Instructions: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and fry until tender and golden. Add turmeric powder. Increase the heat to medium-high, add chickens and cook until no longer pink. Add water, salsa sauce, garlic and simmer covered over medium heat until the chicken is cooked through. Add olives, cream cheese, salt & pepper. Cook until cheese is melted. Meanwhile cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite. When pasta is ready, drain and toss with olive oil. Gently toss pasta with the mixture. Recipe Here www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Chicken-Fettuccine-with-Salsa-Sauce

Rice with Chickpea & Beef Ingredients: 🔺️1 1/2 cups uncooked rice 🔺️600 g ground beef 🔺️1 medium onion, finely chopped 🔺️4 cups (about 300 g) matchstick carrots 🔺️1 can (540 ml - about 2 cups) chickpeas, drained 🔺️4 tablespoons crushed tomatoes 🔺️3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 🔺️3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 🔺️1 teaspoon turmeric powder 🔺️1/2 teaspoon ground angelica 🔺️1/2 teaspoon allspice 🔺️2 teaspoons curry powder 🔺️1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 🔺️ground saffron 🔺️oil 🔺️salt and pepper 🔺️3 tablespoons butter, melted Instructions: Place rice in a large bowl; pour lukewarm water, stir and pour off the water. Repeat 4 times until water runs clear. Soak rice in salted (with 1-2 tablespoons salt) lukewarm water for an hour. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the carrots and sauté for 10-12 minutes. Set aside. Heat 4 tablespoons oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté... Read Full Recipe Here: https://www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Rice-with-Chickpea-and-Beef

Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet Ingredients: 🔺️450 g ground beef 🔺️1 1/2 cups white rice 🔺️1 can (398 ml) diced tomatoes, undrained 🔺️1 can (398 ml) mixed peas and carrots, drained 🔺️1 onion, finely chopped 🔺️3 garlic cloves, minced 🔺️1 packet taco seasoning (24 g) 🔺️2 1/2 cups beef broth 🔺️2 tablespoons tomato paste 🔺️1 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🔺️3 tablespoons oil 🔺️1 teaspoon turmeric powder 🔺️salt & pepper Instructions: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 10 min. Add garlic and sauté for 1 min. Increase heat to medium-high. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Add taco seasoning, turmeric, tomato paste, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 2 min. Add diced tomatoes, rice, broth, peas & carrots. Bring to a light boil. Reduce heat. Cook covered until rice is tender, stirring occasionally. Top with cheese. Cover and cook on low until cheese is melted. Full Recipe Here: www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Mexican-Beef-and-Rice-Skillet

Mushroom & Sausage Pizza Toast Ingredients: 🔺️13 slices of sandwich bread 🔺️15 medium mushrooms, chopped 🔺️6 hot dogs about, chopped 🔺️2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 🔺️1 1/2 cups chopped green bell pepper 🔺️1 1/2 cups Garlic Tomato Sauce 🔺️1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 🔺️2 tablespoons dried oregano 🔺️3 tablespoons crushed tomatoes 🔺️2 tablespoons oil Instructions: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add green pepper and sauté for 5 min. Add hot dogs and turmeric powder. Sauté for 5 min. Add mushroom and crushed tomatoes and cook until almost all the liquid is absorbed. Set the mixture aside. Preheat oven to 350F. Place the slices of bread on a cookie sheet and toast in the oven until a little crispy, about 4-5 minutes . Remove from oven. Spread the garlic tomato sauce over each bread. Top with the mixture and sprinkle with oregano. Top with cheese. Preheat oven to 350F. Bake until cheese is melted. Full Recipe Here www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Mushroom-and-Sausage-Pizza-Toast

Tomato Bulgur Soup Ingredients: 🔺️1 cup uncooked bulgur wheat 🔺️3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 🔺️3 medium carrots, peeled and diced 🔺️3 medium tomatoes, diced 🔺️2 cups finely chopped fresh coriander 🔺️1 tablespoon dried mint 🔺️4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth) 🔺️7 tablespoons crushed tomatoes 🔺️2 tablespoons olive oil 🔺️1 tablespoon lemon juice, optional 🔺️1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 🔺️salt and pepper Instructions: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add the bulgur, 3 cups water, chicken broth, carrot, crushed tomatoes, cinnamon, salt and pepper to taste. Cook covered over medium heat 20 minutes. Add the tomato, dried mint, and coriander. Simmer covered until bulgur and vegetables are tender, about 35-40 minutes. Add more water during cooking if necessary. Add the lemon juice Taste and adjust seasoning. Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Tomato-Bulgur-Soup

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Stuffed Meatloaf Ingredients: 🔸800 g lean ground beef 🔸️1 onion, grated 🔸️4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 🔸️1 1/2 cups bread crumbs 🔸️1 cup chopped parsley 🔸️fresh basil 🔸️2 tomatoes, grated 🔸️2 eggs 🔸️1 teaspoon turmeric powder 🔸️1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 🔸️1/2 teaspoon curry powder 🔸️1/2 cup crushed tomatoes 🔸️1/2 cup ketchup 🔸️2 tablespoons Worcestershire 🔸️sauce 🔸️sundried tomatoes 🔸️fresh Mozzarella cheese, sliced 🔸️1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 🔸️oil 🔸️salt and pepper Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 F. Line an 11 x 15 inch baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, use your hands to combine the ground beef, onion, garlic, bread crumbs, parsley, tomatoes, turmeric, allspice, curry powder, eggs, salt and pepper. Place the beef mixture on the baking sheet. Spread out evenly. Arrange the sun-dried tomatoes, basil leaves and mozzarella on top. Roll up jelly-roll fashion and place in a lightly greased... Full Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Stuffed-Meatloaf

Arugula and Beets Salad Ingredients: For Salad: 📍5 cups arugula (or spring mix) 📍5 small beets, cooked, peeled and sliced 📍1 pint cherry tomatoes 📍1/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds 📍1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped 📍1/2 cup cubed feta cheese 📍balsamic glaze For Dressing: 📍3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 📍1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 📍zest of 1 lemon 📍salt and black pepper to taste Instructions: To make the dressing, whisk the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, salt and pepper together until combined. Set aside. Spread arugula over a large platter or place in a large bowl. Add the sliced beets and cherry tomatoes. Add the dressing and toss the salad gently. Top it off with the sunflower seeds, basil and feta cheese. Drizzle with the balsamic glaze and serve. Full Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Arugula-and-Beets-Salad

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Jam and Ricotta Puff Pastry Ingredients: 🔹️2 sheets frozen puff pastry (each sheet 10x10 inch) 🔹️1 cup ricotta cheese 🔹️4-5 tablespoons carrot jam 🔹️1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon 🔹️water, for egg wash Instructions: Combine the ricotta cheese and carrot jam. Set the filling aside. Defrost the puff pastry overnight in the refrigerator. Unroll the defrosted puff pastry and place on a flat surface. Cut the pastry sheets in to equal squares. Preheat oven to 400°F. Place a tablespoon of the filling in the middle of each square. Brush the border of each pastry with egg wash. Fold them to form a triangle and pinch the edges with your fingers. Place the pastry triangles onto a parchment lined baking sheet. Brush the top of the pastries with egg wash. Bake until top and bottom of pastries are golden, about 20-22 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack. Full Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Jam-and-Ricotta-Puff-Pastry

Green Beans and Dill Salad Ingredients: 🔺️2 cups chopped kale 🔺️1 can (398 ml) artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped 🔺️1 can (398 ml) green beans, drained 🔺️1 cup sliced green olives 🔺️1 cup chopped fresh dill 🔺️3 green onions, sliced 🔺️2 tablespoons olive oil 🔺️zest and juice of 1 lemon 🔺️salt & pepper to taste 🔺️sunflower kernels Instructions: Combine chopped kale, artichoke, green beans, olives, dill, and green onions in a large bowl. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss. Sprinkle the sunflower kernels and serve. Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Green-Beans-and-Dill-Salad

Blueberry Crisp Ingredients: 🔺️350 g fresh blueberries 🔺️1 1/2 cups organic quick oats (about 150 g) 🔺️2/3 cup brown sugar 🔺️1 cup coarsely chopped walnut 🔺️1/2 cup butter, room temperature 🔺️2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 🔺️1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 🔺️1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Preheat oven to 360 degrees F. In a mixing bowl, combine blueberries and vanilla. Toss to combine, set it aside. Combine brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and oatmeal in a bowl. Cut in the butter. Add walnuts and mix well. Place blueberries in a baking dish and sprinkle oatmeal mixture over blueberries. Bake for about 45-50 minutes or until topping looks crunchy and blueberries are tender. Serve cold or hot (you can serve with ice cream or whipped cream). Full Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Blueberry-Crisp

Turkish Borek Ingredients: 🔺️12 sheets phyllo dough 🔺️1 cup finely chopped cilantro 🔺️3 tablespoons butter, melted 🔺️1 cup crumbled feta cheese Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place one sheet of phyllo dough on the work surface carefully. Using a pastry brush, brush melted butter on one half of the phyllo and fold the other half on top. Place 1-2 tablespoons of cilantro and Feta cheese down one side of the dough, leaving 1/2 inch at the top and the bottom. Then fold the top and bottom edges over. Then roll the phyllo into a tube. Lightly brush the end with butter so the end stays sealed. Arrange the rolls on the baking sheet and lightly brush with a little more melted butter. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cigarettes are crispy and golden. Or if you prefer, instead of baking you can heat the oil in a pan and fry them until golden brown. Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Cigarette-Borek

Crostini with Mushrooms Ingredients: 🔺️1 baguette, cut into approximately 1/2-inch slices 🔺️4 garlic cloves, minced 🔺️8 medium mushrooms, washed and chopped 🔺️3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 🔺️2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 🔺️7 slices of cheddar cheese (or mozzarella cheese), cut into half 🔺️2 tablespoons dried oregano leaves 🔺️salt & black pepper to taste Instructions: In a skillet heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add chopped mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high. Add balsamic vinegar, salt and black pepper, and cook uncovered until all the liquid is absorbed. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Arrange slices of bread on a baking sheet. Place half a slice of cheddar cheese on each slice. Top with the mushroom mixture and sprinkle with oregano. Bake in the oven until cheese is melted. Serve warm. Full Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Crostini-with-Mushrooms

Ginger Tea Ingredients: 🔺️6 thin slices of ginger root, peeled 🔺️1 1/2 cups water 🔺️fresh lemon juice to taste 🔺️honey to taste Instructions: Place the ginger slices and water in a small saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil. Let it simmer for about 7-10 minutes. For stronger ginger flavor, let it simmer longer. Remove from heat. Pour the tea through a strainer into individual cups. Add fresh lemon juice and honey to taste. Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Ginger-Tea

Cauliflower Couscous Salad Ingredients: 🔺️1head cauliflower, cut into florets 🔺️1 cup uncooked white pearl couscous 🔺️1 (540 ml) can lentil, drained 🔺️1/3 cup chopped parsley 🔺️1/3 cup sliced almonds 🔺️3 tablespoons olive oil 🔺️3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric 🔺️salt and pepper For Dressing 🔺️4 tablespoons olive oil 🔺️1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 🔺️1 1/2 tablespoons dried mint 🔺️1 garlic clove, grated 🔺️1 teaspoon paprika powder 🔺️1 teaspoon ground cumin 🔺️2 teaspoons sumac 🔺️salt and pepper Instructions: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, gently toss cauliflower florets with the olive oil, turmeric, salt, and pepper until coated. Spread onto the baking sheet. Roast until crispy and golden, about 25 minutes. Bring 1 1/4 cups water and 1-teaspoon salt to a boil. Add couscous, stir, cover, and remove from heat. Set aside and let steam for 10-12 minutes and... Read Full Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Cauliflower-Couscous-Salad

Creamy Barley Soup Ingredients: 🔺️1 cup pearl barley 🔺️1 small onion, diced 🔺️2 medium carrots, peeled and diced 🔺️4 cups chicken broth 🔺️5 cups water 🔺️1/2 cup heavy cream %35 🔺️chopped fresh parsley for garnish 🔺️salt & pepper Instructions: Place barley, water, broth and onion in a large pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cover to maintain a simmer. Simmer for 40 minutes. Add the chopped carrots, salt and pepper to taste. Cook until barley and carrots are tender, stirring occasionally. Add more water during cooking if necessary. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot and cook until desired thickness. Add the cream and stir. Garnish with parsley and serve with fresh lemon juice on the side. Full Recipe Here 👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Creamy-Barley-Soup

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Barley Soup Ingredients: 🔺️1 cup pearl barley, rinsed and drained 🔺️1 small onion, diced 🔺️1 1/2 cups diced carrots 🔺️100 g skinless chicken backs 🔺️10-11 cups water 🔺️1 1/2 cups sliced green onions 🔺️1 cup crushed tomatoes 🔺️2-3 tablespoons lemon juice 🔺️1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 🔺️2 teaspoons butter 🔺️salt and pepper Instructions: Place the barley, chicken, onion, and water in a large pot. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add crushed tomatoes, carrots, green onions and oregano. Cook covered until barley and carrots are tender and to desired thickness, stirring occasionally. Add more water during cooking if necessary. Then add butter and lemon juice. Serve with Garlic Bread on the side. Full Recipe Here👇 www.cookingandcooking.com/recipe.php?recname=Barley-Soup