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Shrimp Scampi with Squash Linguine

September 28, 2022

Low Carb One Dish Meal

KITCHEN UTENSILS: Vegetable Spiralizer, Mixing Bowl

INGREDIENTS
  • 4 medium size green zucchini
  • 3 or 4 medium size yellow squash
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 minced garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons white wine
  • 1⁄2 lemon juiced
  • 2 tablespoons grated romano cheese
  • red pepper flakes to taste
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
  • Rinse and pat dry zucchini and yellow squash. Remove the ends.
  • Using a vegetable spiralizer, insert the linguine attachment.
  • Run the zucchini and yellow squash through the spiralizer. Set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over low-medium heat. Add olive oil.
  • Once oil is heated, add minced garlic. Sauté until garlic is lightly toasted.
  • Add spiralized vegetables to skillet. Stir and fold the vegetables and garlic for about 1-2 minutes.
  • Remove mixture from heat and place in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Place shrimp in skillet on low-medium heat. Add white wine. Continue stirring mixture. Simmer for a few seconds. If needed add more oil.
  • Before shrimp are completely pink, add the red pepper flakes, parsley, basil and lemon juice and blend well.
  • Lastly, add the spiralized vegetable linguini, garlic and grated cheese to the skillet.
  • Over low heat, toss to combine mixture, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Transfer mixture to a large dish and serve.
  • For added flavor top with additional grated cheese.
  • Optional: lemon wedges.

Mediterranean Balsamic Mushrooms Recipe

September 28, 2022

6 Ingredient Easy Vegetarian Recipe

KITCHEN UTENSILS: Medium skillet

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 lb. medium size white mushrooms sliced in half
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • black pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
  • Heat oil In a skillet over a medium flame.
  • Add sliced mushrooms. Stir and cook until golden brown for about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in vinegar, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
  • Cook for one more minute.
  • Transfer mushrooms to a serving bowl.
  • Serve as a side dish or add to a green salad.

Hot & Spicy French Fries Recipe

September 28, 2022

6 Ingredient Easy Recipe

KITCHEN UTENSILS: Nonstick baking sheet.

INGREDIENTS
    • 1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder
    • 3⁄4 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1⁄2 teaspoon table salt
    • 2 large washed and peeled Russet potatoes
    • Non-stick cooking spray
    INSTRUCTIONS
    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
    • Spray nonstick baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
    • Place sliced potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
    • Add remaining ingredients and toss to coat potatoes.
    • Transfer potatoes to baking sheet.
    • Bake until potatoes are barely tender, about 15 minutes.
    • Increase the oven temperature to broil.
    • Broil potatoes for about 10 minutes or until crispy.