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Easy Ground Chicken Chili

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This easy ground chicken chili recipe is a cozy one-pot dinner with beans, tomatoes and smoky spices. It’s the healthy dinner my family asks for on repeat! After a decade of writing recipes, I’ve created almost a dozen vegan and vegetarian chili recipes. But now that I eat the Mediterranean diet (and wrote a cookbook about it), I decided it was time for a chicken chili. Enter, my new easy ground chicken chili recipe! This chili is so hearty and delicious, with the tomato-y cozy vibe of a classic red chili but a little lighter than the classic ground beef version. My son will eat 2 bowls in one sitting, which is a huge win! I also love that this chicken chili is a great way to eat lots of beans, so it delivers 23 grams protein and 13 fiber per serving . Why You’ll Love This Ground Chicken Chili It’s pretty fast. The ground chicken cooks quickly, so you can get this done in under an hour (versus much longer for beef chilis). It...
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Brown Rice vs White Rice: Which Is Better?

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What are the differences between brown rice vs white rice ? Is one healthier? Here’s what you need to know before planning your meals. Brown rice vs white rice: which is better? Have you ever wondered which of the two to incorporate in your meal? As a cookbook author and expert in the Mediterranean diet, I’ve researched the differences. Here’s what I found! Brown Rice Vs White Rice: Overview First, let’s define each type of rice. Are brown rice and white rice different varieties, or the same food? Rice is a seed of grass species. It’s the most widely consumed staple food in the world, a staple for more than 3.5 billion people worldwide. There are many varieties of rice:  white rice ,  brown rice ,  jasmine rice ,  basmati rice , and more. What is white rice? White rice is rice that is processed to remove its hull, bran and germ. What is brown rice ? Brown rice is the entire whole rice grain . It keeps the nutrient-packed b...
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Artisan Dutch Oven Bread

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This easy Dutch oven bread has a crisp crust and a soft, tangy crumb with only about 30 minutes of hands-on time. Here’s my step-by-step method and a video! Are you looking for an artisan bread recipe that’s easy to make and has that perfect crusty bread texture? Meet my Dutch oven bread recipe! It’s got a beautiful crust and artisan bread appearance, but it takes only about 30 minutes of active time. It’s baked in a Dutch oven to get that crispy crunchy exterior. It’s got a very light tang from some Greek yogurt, and it’s the perfect texture for making sandwiches. 5 Star Reader Reviews “This bread is SO good. I especially love making it for friends who need a meal, or as thank you gifts, or even alongside a housewarming gift.” -Liz “I made this recipe today and it was outstanding. Crust was crunchy and the crumb was perfect. Looked like a professionally made loaf of bread. Thanks so much for sharing i...
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Citrus Salad Dressing

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This zingy citrus salad dressing whisks up in minutes using fresh orange and lemon juice. It’s a bright lemon orange vinaigrette that makes any salad taste incredible. Looking for a tangy salad dressing to liven up your greens? This zingy citrus salad dressing is where it’s at! It’s got both fresh lemon and orange juice, and it’s perfectly balanced. I originally made this dressing as part of a fennel orange salad, and it was so refreshing I couldn’t stop eating it! This vinaigrette works in the winter during citrus season, and as a light healthy dressing for summer salads. It’s a favorite in our house and I hope it will be in yours too! 5 Star Reader Reviews “I’ve been making this dressing exactly as the recipe calls for it to be done for years. It’s quick, easy, delicious, and versatile.” -Lindsey “Very delicious, and easy, quick to make! Thank you!” -Linelle Ingredients You’ll Ne...
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