RANCH GRILLED CHICKEN SKEWERS

Ranch Grilled Chicken Skewers

15

Minutes Prep Time

12

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 2 inch chunks

• 1/4 C avocado oil

• 1/4 C Whole30 compatible coconut milk

• 1/3 C Whole30 homemade mayo or Whole30 Approved mayo

• 3 cloves of roasted garlic

• 1 tsp red wine vinegar

• 1tbsp dried parsley

• 1/2 tsp dried dill

• 1/2 tsp onion powder

• 1/4 tsp dried thyme

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• Pinch of sea salt, to taste

• Juice of 1/2 a lemon

INSTRUCTIONS

1. COMBINE all the ingredients in a wide mouth mason jar and blend till sooth with an immersion blender OR add the ingredients to the blender and pulse till smooth.

2. PLACE the chicken into a bowl and pour ranch “marinade” over the top till just covered.

3. Reserve remaining garlic ranch for a dipping sauce. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes. Thread chicken onto skewers. If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak for at least 10 minutes so they don’t burn on the grill.

4. PREHEAT skillet to medium- high heat. Cook chicken for 8- 12 minutes, flipping halfway. Serve with additional ranch!

BUTTERMILK PANCAKES

Buttermilk Pancakes

5

Minutes Prep Time

10

Minutes Cook Time

4

Servings

EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED

• Two large mixing bowls

• Whisk

• Measuring spoons and cups

• Large non-stick skillet or griddle

• Spatula

• Ladle or large spoon

• Butter knife

INGREDIENTS

• 2 eggs

• 1 egg yolk

• 1 tsp real vanilla extract

• 4 Tbsp white sugar

• 2 cups buttermilk

• 1 cup milk (2%)

• ⅓ cup water (as needed)

• ¼ melted butter 

• 3 cups all-purpose flour (roughly 400g)

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 2 tsp baking powder

• Butter or a neutral oil for frying

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In one of the large mixing bowls, combine all of your dry ingredients: the all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Stir well to evenly distribute the leavening agents throughout the flour.

2. In your second large mixing bowl, start by whisking the two eggs and additional egg yolk together until they're well beaten.

3. Add the white sugar, buttermilk, milk, and vanilla extract to the beaten eggs. Whisk everything together until well combined.

4. Slowly pour the melted butter into the wet mixture while whisking continuously.

5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently. Remember, it's important not to over-mix your pancake batter. Some lumps are perfectly fine and will result in fluffier pancakes.

6. If your batter seems too thick, slowly add in the water, a tablespoon at a time, until the batter is pourable but still thick.

7. Let your batter rest for about 5 minutes. This allows the gluten in the flour to relax, leading to tender pancakes.

8. While your batter is resting, heat your large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or neutral oil to the pan and allow it to melt, spreading it evenly over the cooking surface.

9. Use a ladle or large spoon to pour batter onto the skillet or griddle. Aim for pancakes of about 4-6  inches in diameter.

10. Cook the pancakes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look set. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes.

11. Flip the pancakes with a spatula and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, or until golden brown and cooked through. DO NOT PRESS DOWN.

12. Serve your pancakes immediately, with your favorite toppings.

CHICKEN PARM SANDWICH

Chicken Parm Sandwich

25

Minutes Prep Time

30

Minutes Cook Time

4

Servings

EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED

• Two medium mixing bowls

• One shallow dish

• Whisk

• Meat mallet or heavy rolling pin

• Large frying pan

• Meat thermometer

• Baking sheet

• Aluminum foil or parchment paper

• Cheese grater

• Knife

• Oven mitts

INGREDIENTS

• 2 chicken breasts 

• 2 eggs - beaten

• 8oz mozzarella cheese

• 2 cups arugula

• 4 Tbsp butter

• 4 hoagie sandwich buns

• 2 cups marinara sauce - see recipe to make your own homemade marina sauce.

FLOUR MIX

• 1 cup AP flour 

• 1 Tbsp salt

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika 

• ½ tsp white pepper 

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

BREADCRUMB MIXTURE

• ¾ cup panko 

• 1 tsp salt

• ~1 tsp black pepper

• 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning

• 1 tsp garlic powder 

• ½ cup grated parmesan

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

1. Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them horizontally evenly into two portions. Pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or a heavy rolling pin.

2. Prepare the flour mixture: In one of the mixing bowls, whisk together the all-purpose flour, 1 Tbsp salt, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika, ½ tsp white pepper, and 1 tsp Italian seasoning.

3. Prepare the breadcrumb mixture: In the other mixing bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, 1 tsp salt, ~1 tsp black pepper, 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning, 1 tsp garlic powder, and the grated parmesan cheese.

4. In a shallow dish, beat the two eggs.

5. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, making sure it's fully coated. Shake off the excess.

6. Then, dip the floured chicken breast into the beaten eggs.

7. Lastly, coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure the chicken is fully covered. Place the breaded chicken onto the prepared baking sheet.

8. In the large frying pan, heat 1 cup of oil over medium heat.

9. Fry each chicken breast in the pan until golden brown, around 5 minutes on each side. The chicken does not need to be fully cooked at this stage, just nicely browned.

10. Once browned, place the chicken breasts back onto the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) as checked with a meat thermometer.

11. Pull the chicken out of the oven, top each piece with marinara sauce, and then cover generously with the mozzarella cheese. Put the chicken back into the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

12. While the chicken is in the oven, toast the sandwich buns in the oven or a toaster until lightly browned.

13. Once everything is ready, assemble the sandwich: Place a generous amount of arugula on the bottom half of each bun, add the chicken topped with marinara and melted mozzarella, then top with the other half of the bun.

14. Cut the sandwich in half, if desired, and serve immediately.

Homemade Marina Sauce

Prep time: 5 minutes prep time

Cook time: 20-30 minutes

Serves: 4

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

• Large saucepan

• Blender or food processor

• Knife and cutting board

• Measuring spoons

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Tbsp olive oil

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 can (28 oz) of whole peeled tomatoes, pureed in a blender or food processor

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp sugar

• 1/2 tsp dried basil

• 1/2 tsp dried oregano

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

2. Add the finely chopped onion to the saucepan and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for another minute until it becomes fragrant.

4. Puree your whole peeled tomatoes in a blender or food processor and then add the tomato puree to the saucepan. Bring to a simmer.

CRAB CAKES WITH REMOULADE SAUCE

Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce

15

Minutes Prep Time

15

Cook Time

4

Servings

EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED

• two mixing bowls

• rubber spatula

• large whisk

• large skillet

INGREDIENTS

REMOULADE SAUCE

• 1 c mayonnaise

• 1 tsp old bay seasoning

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• ¼ c fresh Parsley, chopped

• ¼ c capers, finely chopped

• 1-2 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed (half a lemon)

CRAB CAKES

• 1 lb jumbo lump crab

• lemon zest

• 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning

• 1 tsp hot sauce

• ½ - ¾ c salted butter crackers (crushed)

• ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• ¼ c Italian parsley (chopped)

• 1 large egg 

• ½ c mayonnaise

• 1 tsp butter

INSTRUCTIONS

REMOULADE SAUCE

1. Add all sauce ingredients to a bowl and mix well with your whisk.

2. Set aside until you are ready to serve the crab cakes.

CRAB CAKES

1. Combine all the ingredients except the butter in your bowl.

2. Gently mix with your spatula to incorporate all the ingredients.

3. Scoop mixture from bowl and form four similar sized patties.

4. Heat your pan on medium heat.

5. Melt the butter in the pan to prevent sticking.

6. Cook the crab cakes for 3-5 minutes on each side depending on the thickness. Turn when the bottom is golden brown.

7. When both sides are golden brown remove from pan and serve with the sauce.

GAMEDAY CHURROS

Gameday Churros

15

Minutes Prep Time

20

Minutes Cook Time

4

Servings

EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED

• Medium saucepan

• Wooden spoon

• Large piping bag with a star piping tip

• Large whisk

• Large skillet

• Large frying/candy thermometer

• Metal slotted spoon, or spider strainer

• Paper Towels

INGREDIENTS

CHURRO DOUGH

• 1 ¼ c all-purpose flour

• 1 stick of unsalted butter

• 1 c water

• ¼ tsp coarse salt

• 1 large egg

• 2 egg yolks

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ tsp ground cinnamon

• 2 cups of vegetable oil for frying

CINNAMON SUGAR

• ¼ c granulated sugar

• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine water, butter, salt, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan over medium to medium-high heat.

2. When the butter has melted, add flour and stir well until it forms a smooth dough.

3. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly for 5-10 minutes.

4. Add the egg and egg yolks, one at a time while stirring to fully incorporate into the dough. 

5. Heat the vegetable oil over medium to medium-high heat to 350°F.  

6. Fill the piping bag with the dough.

7. Carefully pipe the dough into the pre-heated oil, about 1-2 inch strips, and fry until golden brown.

8. Using a spider strainer or slotted spoon, place the churros on a paper towel to blot the oil.

9. While they are still warm, toss them in a bowl with your cinnamon-sugar mixture.

EGGS BENEDICT TWO WAYS

Eggs Benedict Two Ways (Traditional and Lox)

20

Minutes Prep Time

30

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED

• Medium saucepan

• Medium heat-proof mixing bowl

• Metal whisk

• Plastic wrap

• Paper towel

• Slotted spoon

• Nonstick skillet

INGREDIENTS

BAse

• 4 large eggs

• 2 English muffins 

• 2 sticks of unsalted butter (melted)

• 3 egg yolks (room temperature)

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tbsp lemon juice + juice of half a lemon

• ¼ tsp salt (to taste)

• ¼ tsp ground cayenne pepper

• ¼ tsp garlic powder

Garnish

• Finely chopped chives

• Pinch of paprika

Traditional Eggs Benedict

• 2 slices of Canadian bacon

LOX BENEDICT

• 4-5 oz salmon lox

• 1 avocado 

INSTRUCTIONS

Watch the recipe video for how to prepare your hollandaise sauce. Once made, set it aside and cover the bowl with plastic wrap to prevent skin from forming over the top.

1. Poach the four large eggs. (Reference the video for tips.)

2. (FOR TRADITIONAL EGGS BENEDICT) Sauté the Canadian bacon in your skillet over medium to high heat.

3. Toast the English muffins to your liking.

4. (FOR LOX BENEDICT) Slice the avocado into long thin slices.

5. Assemble by placing the toasted English muffin halves on your plate, layer with the Canadian bacon or your lox and avocado slices, then place the eggs. Top with sauce.

6. Enjoy!

RED WINE BRAISED SHORT RIBS

Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

60

Minutes Prep Time

3 hours and 30 minutes

Cook Time

4

Servings

For these Red Wine Braised Short Ribs you will learn how to make the braise, garlic potatoes and gravy. Allow plenty of time for braising, prep and cooking.

EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED

• Dutch oven

• metal tongs

• 2-3 medium mixing bowls

• large fine mesh strainer

• parchment paper

• kitchen twine

INGREDIENTS

BRAISE

• 3-4 lbs of meaty bone-in short ribs

• salt

• ground pepper

• 4 sprigs of fresh thyme, divided

• 4 sprigs of fresh rosemary, divided

• 2 fresh or dry bay leaves

• 2 sprigs of fresh Italian/Flat Leaf parsley

• 5 large carrots

• 3 large celery stalks

• 1 large, sweet onion

• 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 

• 2 c of red wine

• 3 c of beef stock (unsalted)

GARLIC POTATOES

• 2.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes

• 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter (room temperature)

• 1 sprig of fresh rosemary

• 1 sprig of fresh thyme

• 2-4 crushed garlic cloves

• 2 c heavy whipping cream

• salt

• ground black pepper

• fresh chives, finely chopped

GRAVY

• 1 tsp cornstarch

• 1 tsp cold water

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

INSTRUCTIONS

BRAISE

Allow about 4-5 hours

Prep:· 

1. The night before cooking, liberally season your short ribs with salt, pepper, and two sprigs of roughly chopped thyme and rosemary. Place your short ribs on a wire rack sitting on a baking sheet in the fridge overnight. At least one hour before cooking, take your short ribs out of the fridge to allow them to return to room temperature before cooking.

2. While your short ribs are coming to temp, begin your prep (mise en place) by dicing your carrots, onions, and celery to even sizes and place them in a large bowl. Neatly bundle and tie your fresh rosemary, thyme, parsley, and bay leaves using the kitchen twine.

3. Preheat the oven to 350° and set the wire rack in the middle. Sear the short ribs.

4. Preheat your Dutch oven on high heat. Once the Dutch oven is preheated, add oil then sear the short ribs on all sides and remove them from the pot.

5. Depending on the size of your short ribs, you’ll likely need to sear the short ribs in batches to avoid just steaming your short ribs. You’re looking to get a nice crust on all sides of the ribs.

6. Cook down your vegetables. Add your onions, celery, carrots, and crushed garlic to the pot, and cook down until softened (about 5-7 mins). With a wooden spoon, stir the vegetables occasionally and scrape the brown bits (fond) left over from the short ribs to prevent burning.

7. Add tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Once added, stir to evenly incorporate the sauces with the vegetables; roughly 1-2 mins.

8. Deglaze with red wine. Carefully add the red wine to the pot. Stir and scrape up any fond that may have developed. Allow the wine to reduce slightly, about 10-15 mins.

9. Add the beef stock and herb bundle to the pot and bring the braising liquid to a soft boil.

10. Return the seared short ribs to the pot, and cover with the ovenproof lid. If you don’t have an oven-proof lid for your Dutch oven, you can create a parchment paper lid Cartouche. See how to make it here. The meat should be mostly submerged in the braising liquid. Very carefully, place the Dutch oven in the oven and allow the meat to braise for about 3 hrs.

11. After about 3 hours, the short ribs should be tender and fall off the bone. When the meat is done, uncover the pot and let the ribs brown in the oven, for 10 to 15 mins. Remove the pot from the oven, and using tongs, carefully remove the meat from the pot and place it in a heatproof dish and cover it with aluminum foil until you are ready to eat.

     GARLIC POTATOES

    1. Peel and boil potatoes (1 hour before short ribs are done)

    2. Steep rosemary, thyme, and garlic in the heavy cream.

    3. Run potatoes through potato ricers.      

    4. Add butter and strained heavy cream incrementally until desired consistency. 

    GRAVY

    1. Strain and reduce about 2 1/2 c of the braising liquid.

    2. Combine and stir one teaspoon of cornstarch and 1 tsp of cold water until smooth. Add to boiling gravy and reduce (5 mins).

    3. Remove from heat and whisk in 2 tbsp of cold butter.

WHITE CHOCOLATE CREME BRULEE

White Chocolate Creme Brûlée

15

Minutes Prep Time

45

Minutes Cook Time

Overnight to Set

4

Servings

CUSTARD

• 4 egg yolks

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream

• 4 oz white chocolate

• Pinch of salt

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ cup white granulated sugar

TOPPING

• ¼ cup white granulated sugar

GARNISH (OPTIONAL)

• Fresh berries

• Chocolate sauce

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 325℉.

2. Pour heavy whipping cream into a small saucepan. Turn to medium-high heat, and bring to a soft simmer.

3. In a medium mixing bowl add separated eggs yolks, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until combined.

4. Chop or break white chocolate into small chunks. Continuously stir white chocolate into heavy whipping cream until completely melted.

5. While vigorously whisking egg mixture, slowly pour cream in. Return egg mixture to saucepan and reduce heat to medium-low, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat once mixture coats the back of the spoon.

6. Place 4 ramekins inside of a baking dish. Evenly divide custard into the ramekins.

7. Pour hot water into a baking dish. Make sure you have just enough to reach halfway up the side of the ramekins.

8. Carefully place into the oven and bake for 45 min to an 1 hour or until custard is almost set when shaken.

9. Remove ramekins from the baking dish and allow them to cool to room temperature on a wire rack.

10. Once cooled, cover in plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least 8 hours or overnight.

11. Once the custard has set, remove ramekins from the fridge and bring to room temperature on the counter for 15-20 minutes.

12. Evenly sprinkle remaining white sugar on the tops of each custard. In a circular pattern, use a kitchen torch to brown the sugar. Allow to rest for about 2 minutes, or until the sugar has set.

13. Garnish with fresh berries or chocolate drizzle and enjoy!

BRIOCHE FRENCH TOAST

Brioche French Toast

10

Minutes Prep Time

15

Minutes Cook Time

2-3

Servings

INGREDIENTS:

• Ghee or Butter

• Brioche Loaf

• Powdered Sugar

• Pure Canadian Maple Syrup

CUSTARD

• 1 Large Egg

• 1 Egg Yolk

• 1 Tbsp White Sugar

• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

• ½ Cup Whole Milk

• ¼ tsp Coarse Salt

• ¼ tsp Ground Cinnamon

• 1/8 tsp Fresh grated Nutmeg

• 2-3” Slices of Brioche Bread (Or Challah)

TOPPING

• 10-15 Strawberries

• ½ Cup Lime (juiced)

• Zest of one Lime

• 1 Tbsp White Sugar

• 1 tsp Grand Marnier

• 3 Mint Leaves

WHIPPED CREAM

• 1 Cup of Heavy Whipping Cream

• ¼ tsp Coarse Salt

• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

• 2 Tbsp White Sugar

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 °F

2. Macerate the strawberries. Cut the strawberries into quarters and finely chop mint leaves, and combine all with sugar, salt, lime juice, lime zest, and Grand Marnier in a medium mixing bowl. Gently stir and set aside in the fridge until ready for serving.

3. Cut the brioche loaf into 2-3” slices and carefully trim off the crust on all sides, leaving a rectangular block of bread.

4. Place the trimmed slice on a wire baking rack in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly toasted, not browned. Remove and allow to cool.

5. Make the custard. In a medium bowl whisk together egg, egg yolk, sugar, vanilla extract, milk until combined.

6. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

7. Gently dip each side of the bread in the custard mixture.

8. Melt ghee or butter in pan, then sear all sides of the coated bread making sure not to press down.

9. Once all sides have a light golden-brown sear, place the French toast on the wire baking and return to the oven for about 8 minutes. Rotating every few minutes.

10. While the French toast is finishing in the oven, prepare the whipped cream. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cream, salt, vanilla extract and sugar until desired consistency.

11. (Optional) Carefully remove the French toast from the oven and lightly sprinkle or dip the top in white sugar. Using a kitchen torch, Brule the top of the French toast.

12. Plate and top the French toast with whipped cream and strawberries. Enjoy with maple syrup and sprinkled powdered sugar.

HOMEMADE MARINA SAUCE

Homemade Marina Sauce

5

Minutes Prep Time

20-30

Minutes Cook Time

4

Servings

EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED

• Large saucepan

• Blender or food processor

• Knife and cutting board

• Measuring spoons

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Tbsp olive oil

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 can (28 oz) of whole peeled tomatoes, pureed in a blender or food processor

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp sugar

• 1/2 tsp dried basil

• 1/2 tsp dried oregano

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

2. Add the finely chopped onion to the saucepan and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for another minute until it becomes fragrant.

4. Puree your whole peeled tomatoes in a blender or food processor and then add the tomato puree to the saucepan. Bring to a simmer.

SCALLOP TACOS

Scallop Tacos

10

Minutes Prep Time

15

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS:

SCALLOPS:

• 6 Large Fresh Scallops

• Taco Seasoning: Purchase packaged or make your own with:

  Paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ground white pepper

• Olive Oil

PICKLED VEGETABLES

• 4 Radishes

• 2 Jalapenos 

• 1 Cup White Vinegar 

• 1 Cup Water

• 1 Tbsp Salt

• 1 Tbsp Sugar

• 5 Whole Black Peppercorn

• 5 Whole Mustard Seeds

• ½ Tsp Dried (or Fresh) Dill

SLAW

• Quarter Head of Purple Cabbage

• ½ Cup Finely Chopped Cilantro

• ½ Lime (Juiced)

• ½ Tsp Honey

• Zest of 1 Lime

• Salt (To Taste)

• Pepper (To Taste)

AVOCADO VERDE SAUCE

• 2 Ripe Avocados

• 1 Bunch of Cilantro

• 2 Cloves Garlic

• ½ White Onion

• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil 

• 2-3 Tbsp Water

• 1 Cup Sour Cream

• ½ Tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

• 2 Limes (Juiced)

• Salt

Other Ingredients:

• Olive Oil

• Small Corn Tortillas 

• Cilantro (Garnish)

• Lime Wedges (Garnish)

DIRECTIONS

1. Make Pickled Vegetables: In a small saucepan over medium heat add the vinegar, water, salt and sugar. Stir occasionally until completely combined then remove from heat.

2. Thinly slice radishes and jalapenos and place inside a medium Mason jar with black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and dill. Pour the vinegar mixture into the jar, ensuring the radishes and jalapenos are completely covered with liquid. Cool to room temp and place in the fridge until ready to plate.

3. Make Avocado Sauce. Add all the sauce ingredients into a blender and puree until smooth. Add water until desired consistency is reached and season with salt and pepper to taste. Store in the fridge until ready to plate. Sauce can usually keep fresh in the fridge for 2-3 days.

4. Make Slaw. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, zest, honey, salt, and pepper. Chop cabbage into strips and toss in dressing.

5. Sear Scallops. Place scallops on a plate lined with paper towel. Lightly dab the scallops to remove any excess moisture before sprinkling taco seasoning on both flat sides of the scallops.

6. In a stainless steel skillet over medium to medium-high heat add generous amount of olive and evenly space the scallops. Sear for about 2 minutes or until golden crust forms before flipping the scallops. Do not overcrowd the pan or you will end up steaming instead of searing the scallops. Work in batches in needed.

Plate. In a damp towel or paper towel, microwave corn tortillas until soft. Assemble your taco with the slaw, then scallops and top with avocado sauce. Garnish with radishes, jalapenos, chopped cilantro, salt and lime wedge.

SEARED SALMON WITH CILANTRO RICE

Seared Salmon with Cilantro Rice

10

Minutes Prep Time

15

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS:

SALMON FILETS:

• 2 Center Cut Salmon Filets (2” thick SKIN ON)

• 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder

• 1 Tbsp Smoked Paprika

• 1 tsp Onion Powder

• ½ tsp Cayenne Pepper

• ½ tsp Dried Dill Weed

• ¼ tsp Dried Basil

• Olive Oil

• Coarse Salt

• Black Pepper

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS

• 8 Asparagus (Bias Cut)

• 2 cloves of Garlic (Minced)

• 1 tsp Olive Oil

• Salt (to taste)

• Pepper (to taste)

CILANTRO-LIME CAULIFLOWER RICE

• 1 Cup Frozen (or Fresh) Riced Cauliflower

• ½ Lime

• ½ cup finely chopped Cilantro

• ½ tsp Garlic Powder

• Coarse Salt (to taste)

• Black Pepper (to taste)

• Olive Oil

DIRECTIONS

1. Pat dry salmon filets and allow to come to room temperature.

2. In a small bowl, combine the spices. Lightly coat filets with oil and liberally season filets with seasonings.

3. In a non-stick skillet over medium heat add a tablespoon of oil and slowly add your salmon filets skin side down.

4. Allow the salmon to cook undisturbed until you see it start to turn white about half way through, and then flip. Sear for 1 minute and return back to the skin side to finish cooking through, if needed.

5. To cook the asparagus, add a teaspoon of oil in a skillet on medium heat then add the minced garlic. Cook until fragrant. Cut the ends of the asparagus on a bias (diagonal cut) and add to the pan and stir to evenly coat. Reduce heat to medium and cook to fork tender. (Optional: to cook quicker loosely cover the skillet.)

6. Once asparagus is fork tender, remove from heat

7. Add a little more oil if needed to coat the pan and add in riced cauliflower and garlic powder. Stir until evenly coated.

8. Once cauliflower is tender (about 3-5 minutes) turn off heat. Add in the juice of half a lime and the cilantro, stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

9. Plate the cauliflower rice and top with crispy skin salmon and asparagus. Garnish with chopped cilantro, flaky salt and lime wedge.

CLASSIC BACON CARBONARA

Classic Bacon Carbonara

10

Minutes Prep Time

20

Minutes Cook Time

2-3

Servings

INGREDIENTS

• coarse salt

• ½ lb linguine

• 3-4 garlic cloves (finely minced)

• 100 g diced prosciutto or Thick Cut bacon

• 1 egg

• 4 egg yolks

• ½ cup (30g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese (double if only using one type of cheese)

• ½ cup (30g) freshly grated Pecorino cheese

• ½ cup pasta water

  Garnish:

• 1 Tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese

• Olive oil

• 1 Tbsp chopped parsley
  

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add prosciutto or bacon to a cold skillet. Place on medium heat. Starting with a cold pan helps render out the fat and creates a crispier prosciutto. Sauté until some fat has rendered, then add minced garlic. Stir occasionally.

2. Add water and a liberal amount of salt to a large pot for linguine. Place on the stove and bring to a boil. Place linguine in the boiling water and cook until al dente - according to package directions.

3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the egg and egg yolks. Combine with freshly grated cheeses

4. Scoop out ½ cup pasta water and temper the egg and cheese mixture by slowly whisking it into your bowl.

5. Using tongs, scoop out pasta and add to prosciutto and garlic pan. Stir, scraping up the browning (fond) at the bottom of the pan. Never throw out your pasta water, it will be used later to lighten up the sauce

6. Turn off stove heat and slowly add in egg mixture while constantly stirring. If it gets too thick, you can add more pasta water a few tablespoons at a time. The consistency should be thick enough that when you swipe the bottom of the pan with your wooden spatula the sauce only slowly starts to fill back in. Be sure you have turned off the stovetop and continue stirring, or the eggs may begin to scramble.

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Plate and garnish with chopped parsley, a drizzle of olive oil, and grated Parmesan as desired. Enjoy!

MUSHROOM RISOTTO

Mushroom Risotto

10

Minutes Prep Time

45

Minutes Cook Time

4

Servings

EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED

• Large pot or Dutch oven

• Medium saucepan

• Wooden spoon

• Ladle

• Cheese grater

• Knife

• Cutting board

INGREDIENTS

• 8oz baby bella mushrooms (fresh)

• 4 oz shiitake mushrooms (fresh)

• 7 cup vegetable stock

• 2 cup Arborio rice (Please don’t substitute with regular white rice.)

• Fresh thyme

• ¾ c Chardonnay

• 2 cloves garlic

• ½ white onion

• 6oz freshly grated parmesan

• Salt and pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Begin by prepping your ingredients. Slice the baby bella and shiitake mushrooms. Dice the white onion and mince the garlic. Finely grate the Parmesan cheese and set aside.

2. In your medium saucepan, bring the vegetable stock to a simmer over low heat. Keep it warm as you'll be adding it gradually to the risotto.

3. In your large pot or Dutch oven, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until they're browned and any moisture they've released has evaporated. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Once they're done, remove them from the pot and set aside.

4. In the same pot, add a bit more olive oil if necessary. Add the diced onion and cook until it's translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

5. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute, until it's fragrant.

6. Add the Arborio rice to the pot, stirring to coat each grain with oil. Cook until the edges of the rice become translucent, but the center remains white, about 2 minutes.

7. Pour in the white wine, stirring continuously until the wine has been fully absorbed by the rice.

8. Begin adding the warm vegetable stock to the rice, one ladleful at a time. Stir continuously until each ladleful of stock has been absorbed before adding the next. Continue this process until the rice is creamy and cooked to al dente. This should take about 20-25 minutes.

9. Once the rice is cooked to your liking, stir in the sautéed mushrooms, half of the grated Parmesan cheese, and a good amount of fresh thyme leaves. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

10. Serve the risotto in bowls, topped with a sprinkle of the remaining Parmesan cheese and a few more fresh thyme leaves.

BBQ BACON MEATBALLS

BBQ Bacon Meatballs

10

Minutes Prep Time

40

Minutes Cook Time

7

Servings

INGREDIENTS

• BBQ sauce for meatballs or ranch dip and chives.

• 1 lb grass fed ground beef or 1/2 lb pork sausage sugar free for Whole30 (**or preferred ground meat

• 1 egg

• 3 Tbsp blanched almond flour

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 2 tsp Italian seasoning blend check for Whole30 compliance

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 10 slices nitrate free bacon sugar free for Whole30

INSTRUCTIONS

1. While sauce simmers, prepare meatballs. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. You can top the aluminum with a wire rack if desired, this keeps the rendered fat away from the meatballs.

2. Mix all ingredients, except bacon, in a large bowl with your hand to combine well (don’t overwork the meat, though)

3. Roll into 20 balls (medium size meatballs, about 1 1/2”) and place either on the aluminum lined baking sheet or on the wire rack, if using.

4. Cut the bacon slices in half so you have 20 pieces, then carefully wrap each one around a meatballs, seam side down.

5. Bake in the preheated oven on the middle rack for 20 minutes, remove from oven and use a pastry brush (I like this one) to coat meatballs in BBQ sauce (using sauce reserved for meatballs)

6. Return to oven and bake another 10 minutes. Remove, and brush another thin coating of sauce over meatballs along with pan drippings, if desired.

7. Turn on your broiler to high heat, then place meatballs back in the oven under the broiler for another 5 minutes or so, or until bacon has cooked to preference. Depending on the thickness of your bacon, it may take more or less time for it to crisp up, so watch it carefully and use your discretion.

8. Remove from oven and brush with pan drippings/sauce if desired and serve hot with the leftover BBQ sauce on the side, or ranch dip, and garnish with chives. Enjoy!

9. Makes 20 medium meatballs.

BACON WRAPPED CHORIZO STUFFED DATES

Bacon Wrapped Chorizo Stuffed Dates

10

Minutes Prep Time

35

Minutes Cook Time

4

Servings

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup dates (about 20 dates

• 5 ounces chorizo

• 3 1/2 slices bacon, cut in half lengthwise and then cut in thirds

  For the Spicy Red Pepper Sauce

• 2 heaping cups chopped red peppers – I used a variety of bell, mini bell, and cherry

• 3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped

• 1/2 cup chopped onion

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• salt and pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut open one side of the date and remove the seed (if needed). Stuff with the chorizo, dividing it up equally among the dates (about 1/4 an ounce each). Wrap with a piece of bacon, tucking in the ends on the bottom of the date. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until chorizo is cooked through and bacon is golden brown.

2.  While the dates cook, make the sauce. Heat a medium-sized sauté pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Let it get hot, about 30 seconds. Add onion and garlic and sauté 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add peppers and salt and pepper and sauté for another 8-10 minutes until soft. Add mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.  

4. To assemble, either cover the bottom of a plate or serving dish with the sauce or place small dollops on a plate. Pierce dates with a toothpick and place on top of the sauce. Enjoy!

HONEY GARLIC GLAZED SALMON

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

3

Minutes Prep Time

12

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS

• 1/3 c. - honey

• 1/4 c. - soy sauce

• 2 tbsp. - lemon juice

• 1 tsp. - red pepper flakes

• 3 tbsp. - extra-virgin olive oil, divided

• 4 6-oz. salmon fillets, patted dry with a paper towel

• Kosher salt

• Freshly ground black pepper- 3 

• cloves garlic, minced - 1 

• lemon, sliced into rounds

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, lemon juice and red pepper flakes.

2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat two tablespoons oil. When oil is hot but not smoking, add salmon skin-side up and season with salt and pepper. Cook salmon until deeply golden, about 6 minutes, then flip over and add remaining tablespoon of oil.

3. Add garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the honey mixture and sliced lemons and cook until sauce is reduced by about 1/3. Baste salmon with the sauce.

4. Garnish with sliced lemon and serve.

GARLIC HERB CHICKEN AND ZUCCHINI

Garlic Herb Chicken and Zucchini

Florida Gators assistant women’s tennis coach and former player, Lauren Embree, shares garlic herb chicken and zucchini that is super quick and works as a healthy appetizer or main dish.

Fresh zucchini and aromatic ingredients like oregano, garlic, rosemary, and thyme work together perfectly. This dish comes together in a snap and even faster when cooking with the consistent heat from natural gas.

10

Minutes Prep Time

10

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS

• 3 tablespoons butter

• 4 garlic cloves minced

• ¼ cup freshly chopped oregano

• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary chopped

• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts

• salt and pepper

• 2 medium-sized zucchini sliced

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat add the butter until melted. Add the garlic, oregano, rosemary and thyme. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until chicken is no longer pink and registers a temp of 165 degrees. Remove chicken and set aside on plate.

2. Add the zucchini to the pan and salt and pepper. Saute for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add chicken back to the pan for a minute or so and serve.

CHICKEN SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP WITH LAUREN EMBREE

Chicken Spinach Artichoke Dip with Lauren Embree

Create a unique chicken spinach artichoke dip that’s so tasty it scores 10 out of 10 with Florida Gators’ assistant women’s tennis coach and former player, Lauren Embree. Using coconut cream and other Paleo inspired ingredients this dip is sure to be a favorite. Cooking with the precise temperature control from natural gas is perfect for heating delicate ingredients like fresh spinach, onions and coconut cream without burning.

15

Minutes Prep Time

35

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb Chicken breasts or tenderloins

• 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil

• Salt and pepper to season chicken

• 1 tbsp organic ghee or coconut oil

• 1 medium onion chopped

• 3-4 cloves garlic finely chopped

• Sea salt

• 10 oz fresh baby spinach chopped

• 14 oz can artichoke hearts drained and chopped (check label for Whole 30 compliance)

• 2/3 cup coconut cream - the thick part of a chilled can of coconut milk, or you can purchase coconut cream separately

• 1/2 cup homemade Whole 30 mayo or purchased paleo mayo*

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 3 tbsp nutritional yeast (this adds flavor)

• 1/2 tsp sea salt

• Black pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil

2. Place chicken on the sheet, drizzle with olive or avocado oil and sprinkle with sea salt and pepper. Place in the oven and bake about 20-25 minutes until cooked through. Remove from oven and set aside.

3. While the chicken bakes, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ghee or coconut oil. Add the onions and cook until soft, then add garlic, sprinkle with sea salt and continue cooking another minute, adjusting heat if necessary, until soft.

4. Once garlic is soft, add spinach and allow it to wilt a bit, then mix into garlic/onions and cook until all is wilted. Add artichokes and cook one more minute until heated through, sprinkle with a bit of sea salt, then remove from heat set aside.

5. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut cream, mayo, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt and pepper until smooth.

6. Chop or shred the cooked chicken into bite size pieces, then add to the mixing bowl along with all the spinach artichoke mixture. Stir to combine everything, then transfer to a small casserole dish.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated through, then remove from oven and serve warm.

FILET WITH SCALLOPED POTATOES

Filet with Scalloped Potatoes

25

Minutes Prep Time

55

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS:

STEAK

• 2 Filets (2” thick)

• Coarse salt

• Black pepper

• Garlic powder

• Ghee or Butter

• 3-4 cloves of Garlic (Slightly smashed)

• 3 sprigs of fresh Rosemary

• 3 sprigs of fresh Thyme

SCALLOPED POTATOES

• 2 Russet Potatoes (Peeled and thinly sliced)

• 2 Tbsp Butter

• 2 Tbsp AP Flour

• 1.5 cups freshly grated Gruyere cheese (Plus 2 Tbsp)

• Lemon zest

• 1 cup of milk

• 1 Tsp Salt (to taste)

• Large mixing bowl with cold water

• Chopped chives to garnish

SAUTEED MUSHROOMS

• 12 oz baby Bella mushrooms (Sliced)

• 1 Tbsp butter

• 1 Tsp Worcestershire sauce

• Salt

• Pepper

GREEN SAUCE

• 4 Cloves of garlic

• 1 bunch of Parsley

• 4 sprigs of fresh thyme

• 1 tsp crushed red pepper

• 1 tbsp honey

• ⅓ cups Olive Oil

• 2-3 Tbsp Water (for desired consistency)

• 1 Tsp Salt ( to taste)

HERB COMPOUND BUTTER (Optional)

• 1 Stick Unsalted Butter (Soften)

• 1 bunch of fresh parsley

• A few springs each of Rosemary & Thyme

• Garlic Powder

• ½ Tsp coarse salt

• Fresh cracked black pepper

• Lemon zest

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350F

2. Make Scalloped Potatoes. Peel potatoes and thinly slice using a mandolin. Place in a large mixing bowl with cold water until ready to use.

3. In a small saucepan, add butter and minced garlic over medium heat. Cook until fragrant.

4. Add flour to the saucepan and combine to form a moist “doughy” texture. Lower the heat if burning occurs.

5. Slow add milk to the saucepan while continually whisking. Do not add the milk all at once as this will result in a lumpy roux.

6. Bring roux to a simmer and slowly add cheeses, lemon zest and salt to taste while stirring with a spatula. Once smoothly remove from heat.

7. Strain the water from the potatoes and replace with the cheese sauce. Carefully coating all the potato slices

8. Begin layering the potato slices in two-three ramekins (depending on the size of your potatoes). Pour any remaining cheese sauce over the potatoes. Finally, top the ramekins with a sprinkle of grated gruyere cheese. Cover each ramekin with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes. Remove foil and raise temperature to 425F and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown.

9. Make Green Sauce: In a blender, combine all the sauce ingredients and blend until smooth. If too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. Salt and pepper to taste. Funnel sauce in a condiment bottle and store in the fridge until ready to plate.

10. Make Compound Butter. In a small mixing bowl combine all compound butter ingredients and mix until homogeneous. Scoop butter onto a large piece of plastic wrap and roll into a tight log. Place in the fridge until thel steaks are ready to serve.

11. Cook Steak. Allow the steaks to come to room temperature. Pat the steak dry and steak liberally with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. (For the best flavor, complete this step the night before, and all the steaks to air dry on a wire baking rack in the fridge)

12. Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat, use a teaspoon of ghee in the pan to begin searing the steak. Turn after 2 minutes or once a deep brown crust forms. Check with a meat thermometer that your steak is just below your desired doneness.

13. Add smashed garlic, rosemary, thyme and butter to the pan and using a spoon begin basting the steak for 1-2 minutes until desired internal temperature is reached.

14. Remove the steaks from the skillet and rest covered with aluminum foil for 8-10 minutes.

15. While the steak rests, pour out most of the oil from the skillet, leaving about 1-2 tbsp in the skillet. Over medium heat, add the mushrooms stirring occasionally. As mushrooms begin to soften and brown, stir in worcheshire sauce. Continue cooking until mushrooms soften.

16. Plate. Slice steak into ½ inch slices. Make sure you cut against the grain. Plate mushrooms, and green sauce and serve with scalloped potatoes. Enjoy!