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COOK TIME
15 min

SERVINGS
10

DIRECTIONS
Step 1
In a large saucepan, place potato, garlic, and cauliflower and enough water to cover. Bring to boiling, reduce heat to medium, and cook until the potato and cauliflower are tender, about 15 minutes.

Step 2
Drain and add vegetables and garlic back to pot. Cover pot with a kitchen towel and put lid over towel. Let stand for 5 minutes. Remove lid and towel. This helps dry the vegetables so they mash better.

Step 3
Add buttermilk, cheese, olive oil, butter, salt, and pepper. Mash until ingredients are lightly combined. Garnish with fresh chives.

FLAVOR HACK
For extra nutrients and a little color, add some chopped spinach. Spinach is full of vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, C, E, and K, iron, calcium, and potassium.

COOK TIME
20 min

SERVINGS
16

DIRECTIONS
Step 1
Add chicken breasts and chicken broth to large sauce pan over high heat. Bring to boiling, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the pan from the heat and let the chicken cool to the touch in the broth (about 20 minutes). Shred the chicken into small pieces and mix in 2 tbsp of the chicken broth from the pan; set aside.

Step 2
Add the oil to a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the onion, paprika, cumin, chili powder, and ½ cup of the chicken broth. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, until onions are soft and clear, and the liquid is evaporated. Stir in the chicken to yield 2 cups of filling.

Step 3
Preheat oven to 400° F. Coat a large baking sheet with nonfat cooking spray. Separate the whole wheat pizza dough into 16 golf-ball size pieces, and roll each one into a smooth ball. Using a rolling pin, roll each ball of dough into a 6-inch-diameter circle.

Step 4
Spoon 2 tbsp of the filling into the middle of the circle and press 1 olive into the middle of the filling. Lightly brush with water the bottom edge of the dough along one half of the circle. Fold the top half of the dough over the filling to form a semicircle, and press edges firmly together. Crimp the edges with a fork to seal in the filling. Place the empanadas on a baking sheet.

Step 5
Lightly beat the egg with the 1 tbsp water and brush a thin layer of the mixture over the top surface of each empanada.

Step 6
Bake the empanadas for 20 minutes, until lightly browned. And enjoy!

FLAVOR HACK
Serve with lime wedges for a little kick. Citrus is also a source of vitamin C, folate, and potassium.

COOK TIME
10 min

SERVINGS
4

DIRECTIONS
Step 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the broth, vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, ginger, sriracha, and brown sugar blend.

Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in large skillet or wok. Add garlic, cook until fragrant (30 seconds). Add shrimp and cook until opaque, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove shrimp and place on a plate.

Step 3
Heat remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil in the same skillet. Add the broccoli and cook until tender, about 4 minutes.

Step 4
Add shrimp back into skillet and toss to combine with broccoli. Pour broth mixture over shrimp and broccoli and toss to coat. Continue cooking until broth mixture thickens slightly, about 1 minute.

FLAVOR HACK
Garnish with a handful of chopped fresh herbs like fresh cilantro or basil for added color and a flavor boost.

Herbs and spices

A handful of chopped fresh herbs or a dash of spice adds flavor and color, so check your pantry for staples like cayenne, turmeric, and cinnamon; or try tossing in some fresh cilantro, mint, and basil to your dishes.

A splash of vinegar

Vinegar adds instant zip and is especially useful when what you’re cooking feels bland. Add a splash to your chicken, grilled meat, or roasted vegetables, and you’ll taste the difference!

Squeeze some citrus

The acidity from citrus instantly brightens your food's flavor. Citrus is also a source of vitamin C, folate, and potassium. So, squeeze that C before you serve!

Cheese, please

Cheese is naturally salty, so it’s an easy swap for actual salt, and it’s a source of protein, calcium, and vitamin D.

Garlic, onions, and shallots

Aromatics like garlic, onions, shallots, leeks, and scallions seriously boost flavor. Start any dish by sautéing a little in olive oil—your taste buds will thank you.