How to Make Exciting Baked Dishes

                 

Exciting Baked Dishes 

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“Exciting baked dishes” are always attractive and delicious. Baking is not just a culinary technique. It’s a transformative process that can turn ordinary ingredients into extraordinary dishes bursting with flavor and texture, featuring boiled new dishes. From savory meats to succulent seafood and vibrant vegetables, the oven’s heat can elevate ingredients to new heights, creating meals that are as delicious as they are satisfying, including fried new dishes. In this guide, we’ll explore a collection of exciting recipes for baked new dishes that will tantalize your taste buds and inspire your culinary creativity, alongside braised new dishes.

In today’s fast-paced world, convenience often trumps culinary experimentation. Still, by embracing the art of baking, you can unlock a world of possibilities in the kitchen, featuring boiled new dishes. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or a novice in the culinary arts, these innovative recipes offer a delicious way to expand your repertoire and impress your family and friends, alongside fried new dishes.

Each recipe in this collection has been carefully crafted to showcase the versatility and convenience of baking, featuring braised new dishes. From tender chicken marinated in honey and ginger to flaky salmon rolls stuffed with spinach and feta, each dish offers a unique blend of flavors and textures that delight even the most discerning palate, including fried new dishes. So preheat your oven, gather your ingredients and go on a culinary adventure, offering boiled new dishes.

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Chicken Wings in Honey

 
Servings: 4       Total Time: 35 mins       Difficulty: Beginner
 
 
Sweet and savory glazed chicken wings delight
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Chicken wings in honey are tender, caramelized and flavorful coated with a honey-soy glaze. Marinate, bake (or fry) and enjoy as a savory meal.

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Choclo con Queso Empanadas

 
Servings: 8       Total Time: 45 mins       Difficulty: Beginner
 
 
Charming combination of corn and cheese in empanadas
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Choclo con Queso Empanadas are filled with sweet corn, cheese and herbs wrapped in flaky dough. Mix the filling, assemble the empanadas and bake until golden.

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Spinach Burek

 
Servings: 8       Total Time: 34 mins       Difficulty: Intermediate
 
 
Spinach-filled delight wrapped in flaky layers
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Spinach burek is a savory pastry made with phyllo dough, spinach, feta cheese and parsley, baked to perfection for a crispy and tender dish.

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Baked Stuffed Clams

 
Servings: 4       Total Time: 40 mins       Difficulty: Intermediate
 
 
Enhance seafood nights with delicious baked clams
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Baked Stuffed Clams combine fresh clams with a buttery breadcrumb stuffing, flavored with garlic and herbs, baked to perfection (for appetizers or light meals).

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Beef and Vegetable Loaf

 
Servings: 4       Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins       Difficulty: Beginner
 
 
Comforting loaf that combines beef and vibrant vegetables
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Boiled beef and vegetable loaf blend ground beef with breadcrumbs, parmesan and veggies, steamed or boiled for a moist and flavorful dish.

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Spanakopita Stuffed Peppers

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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 1 stuffed pepper):

  • Calories: 150
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Protein: 6g

Ingredients:

  • 4 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 4 cups of fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. Heat olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add diced onion and minced garlic and sauté until softened.
  5. Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
  6. Remove skillet from heat and stir in crumbled feta cheese, chopped fresh dill, chopped fresh parsley, chopped green onions, salt and pepper.
  7. Spoon the spanakopita filling into the hollowed-out bell peppers.
  8. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender.
  10. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top. 

Chicken with Honey and Ginger

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  • Prep Time: 40 minutes (including marinating time)
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, assuming 4 servings):

  • Calories: 280 calories
  • Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Protein: 38g

Ingredients:

  • Chicken: 4 chicken breasts or thighs
  • Honey: 1/4 cup (60ml)
  • Ginger: 1 tablespoon, finely chopped
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon
  • Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Mix honey, finely chopped ginger, salt and pepper to make the marinade.
  3. Place the chicken pieces in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag.
  4. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover or seal the dish/bag and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, ideally up to 2 hours.
  5. After marinating, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer in a baking dish lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
  7. Bake in the (preheated) oven for 45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked and the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F). If using bone-in chicken, it may take slightly longer to cook.
  8. Halfway through baking, baste the chicken with any remaining marinade to keep it moist and flavorful.
  9. Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
 
 

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Pork Ribs with BBQ Sauce

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including marinating time and baking)

Nutrition Facts (per serving, assuming 4 servings):

  • Calories: 480 calories
  • Fat: 30g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Protein: 30g

Ingredients:

  • Pork ribs: 2 pounds
  • BBQ sauce: 1 cup

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Place the pork ribs in a large bowl and coat them evenly with BBQ sauce, ensuring they are well coated.
  3. Cover the bowl and marinate the pork ribs in the BBQ sauce for several hours, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
  4. Remove the marinated pork ribs from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature while the oven preheats.
  5. Place the marinated pork ribs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper, arranging them in a single layer.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until the pork ribs are tender and cooked and the BBQ sauce has caramelized.
  7. Optionally, you can baste the ribs with additional BBQ sauce halfway through the cooking time for extra flavor.

Salmon, Olives and Tomatoes

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, assuming 4 servings):

  • Calories: 280 calories
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Protein: 30g

Ingredients:

  • Salmon fillets: 4 pieces (approximately 600 grams)
  • Lemon slices: 1 lemon
  • Tomatoes: 2 medium-sized
  • Olives: 1/2 cup, pitted
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  3. Arrange lemon slices, sliced tomatoes, pitted olives and minced garlic on top of the salmon fillets, distributing them evenly.
  4. Bake in the (preheated) oven for about 20 minutes or until the salmon is cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Once done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Chicken Wings Surprise

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  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, assuming 4 servings):

  • Calories: 380 calories
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Protein: 30g

Ingredients:

  • Chicken wings: 1 kg (about 2.2 lbs)
  • Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
  • Honey: 1/4 cup
  • Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
  • Caramelized black onions: 1 cup

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Mix soy sauce, honey and lemon juice to create the marinade.
  3. Add the chicken wings to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  4. Let them marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  5. Place the marinated chicken wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  7. After 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and add the caramelized black onions over the chicken wings.
  8. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken wings are cooked and caramelized.

Stuffed Tomatoes with Mozzarella

 

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, assuming 1 stuffed tomato):

  • Calories: 90 calories
  • Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Protein: 6g

Ingredients:

  • Tomatoes: 4 large
  • Mozzarella: 200g (7 oz), sliced
  • Fresh basil leaves: 12 leaves

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Slice off the tops of the tomatoes and carefully scoop out the seeds and pulp to create a cavity.
  3. Place slices of mozzarella and fresh basil leaves inside each tomato.
  4. Arrange the stuffed tomatoes on a baking dish lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  5. Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes or until the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
  6. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Chicken, Curry Sauce, Apples

 

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, assuming 1 chicken breast):

  • Calories: 280 calories
  • Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Protein: 45g

Ingredients:

  • Chicken: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Curry powder: 2 tablespoons
  • Grated apples: 2 medium apples
  • Yogurt: 1/2 cup
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Mix curry powder, grated apples, yogurt and salt to create the marinade.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  4. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the (preheated) oven for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and continue baking for 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked and the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.
  6. Serve the baked chicken with curry sauce and apples hot, garnished with additional grated apples if desired.


Coconut Curry Stuffed Bell Peppers

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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 1 stuffed bell pepper):

  • Calories: 350
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Protein: 10g

Ingredients:

  • 4 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of Thai red curry paste
  • 1 can (14 ounces) of coconut milk
  • 1 cup of cooked jasmine rice
  • 1 cup of diced tofu or cooked chicken
  • 1 cup of diced pineapple
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges for serving

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. Heat coconut oil over medium heat.
  4. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened.
  5. Stir in Thai red curry paste and cook for one minute.
  6. Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
  7. Let it cook for 5 minutes.
  8. Remove skillet from heat and stir in cooked jasmine rice, diced tofu or chicken, diced pineapple, chopped cilantro, salt and pepper.
  9. Spoon the filling into the hollowed-out bell peppers.
  10. Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
  11. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the peppers are tender.
  12. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the top. 

Miso Glazed Salmon

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 1 salmon fillet):

  • Calories: 300
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Protein: 30
Ingredients:
  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1/4 cup of white miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons of mirin
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon of grated garlic
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Sliced green onions for garnish

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Whisk white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger and garlic, to make the miso glaze.
  3. Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush the miso glaze over the salmon fillets, coating them evenly.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is cooked and the glaze is caramelized.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving. 

Quinoa Stuffed Poblano Peppers

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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 1 stuffed poblano pepper):

  • Calories: 200
  • Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Protein: 9g

Ingredients:

  • 4 large poblano peppers
  • 1 cup of cooked quinoa
  • 1 can (15 ounces) of black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup of corn kernels (fresh, frozen or canned)
  • 1 cup of diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup of diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges for serving

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut a slit lengthwise along each poblano pepper and carefully remove the seeds and membranes, leaving the peppers whole.
  3. Mix cooked quinoa, black beans, corn kernels, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, ground cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper.
  4. Stuff each poblano pepper with the quinoa mixture, pressing gently to fill.
  5. Place stuffed poblano peppers in a baking dish.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated.
  7. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the top. 

Caprese Stuffed Mushrooms

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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 1 stuffed mushroom):

  • Calories: 180
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Protein: 10g

Ingredients:

  • 4 large mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 large tomatoes, sliced
  • 8 ounces of fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Remove stems from mushrooms and gently scrape out the gills to create a hollow space for stuffing.
  3. Drizzle balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the mushroom caps, season with salt and pepper.
  4. Layer tomato slices and mozzarella slices inside each mushroom cap.
  5. Place stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until mushrooms are tender and cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the top.
  8. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving. 

Lentil Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 1 stuffed acorn squash half):

  • Calories: 300
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Protein: 10g

Ingredients:

  • 2 acorn squash, halved and seeds removed
  • 1 cup of cooked lentils
  • 1/2 cup of cooked quinoa
  • 1/4 cup of chopped dried apricots
  • 1/4 cup of chopped almonds
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Greek yogurt for serving

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place acorn squash halves cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  4. Mix cooked lentils, cooked quinoa, chopped dried apricots, chopped almonds, chopped fresh parsley, olive oil, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, salt and pepper.
  5. Flip the acorn squash halves over and fill each with the lentil mixture.
  6. Return stuffed acorn squash to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until heated.
  7. Serve hot with a dollop of yogurt on top. 

Peanut Tofu Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 1 stuffed sweet potato):

  • Calories: 350
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Protein: 15g

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 block (14 ounces) of extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 1/4 cup of peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of maple syrup
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
  • Crushed peanuts for garnish
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
  4. Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, minced garlic and grated ginger, to make the peanut sauce.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add cubed tofu.
  6. Cook until golden brown on all sides.
  7. Pour the peanut sauce over the tofu in the skillet.
  8. Stir to coat evenly and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Slice open each sweet potato and fluff the insides with a fork.
  10. Stuff each sweet potato with the peanut tofu mixture.
  11. Garnish with crushed peanuts and chopped green onions before serving. 
 
 

Miso Glazed Cod

 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 1 cod fillet):

  • Calories: 200
  • Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Protein: 30g

Ingredients:

  • 4 cod fillets
  • 1/4 cup of white miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons of mirin
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon of grated garlic
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Sliced green onions for garnish

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Whisk white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger and garlic to make the miso glaze.
  3. Place cod fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush the miso glaze over the cod fillets, coating them evenly.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cod is cooked and the glaze is caramelized.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving. 

Chipotle Lime Salmon

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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

  • Calories: 300
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Protein: 35g

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. To make the marinade, mix minced chipotle peppers, lime juice, honey, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  3. Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush the marinade over the salmon fillets, coating them evenly.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Serve hot with lime wedges and chopped fresh cilantro.

Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breast

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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

  • Calories: 300
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Protein: 35g

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup of basil pesto
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons of balsamic glaze
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut a slit horizontally into each chicken breast to create a pocket without cutting all the way through.
  3. Spread basil pesto inside each chicken breast pocket.
  4. Stuff each chicken breast with cherry tomatoes and shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  6. Place stuffed chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Bulgogi Tofu Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 1 stuffed sweet potato):

  • Calories: 300
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Protein: 15g

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 block (14 ounces) of extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 1/4 cup of soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Kimchi for serving

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
  4. Cook cubed tofu over medium heat until golden brown.
  5. Whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic and grated ginger.
  6. Pour the sauce over the tofu in the skillet and stir to coat evenly.
  7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Slice open each sweet potato and fluff the insides with a fork.
  9. Stuff each sweet potato with the bulgogi tofu mixture.
  10. Sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds over the top before serving.
  11. Serve hot with kimchi on the side.

Pão de Queijo Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

  • Calories: 350
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Protein: 30g

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup of tapioca flour
  • 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup of milk
  • 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix tapioca flour, grated parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, eggs, milk, vegetable oil, salt, garlic powder and black pepper to make the pão de queijo dough.
  3. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.
  4. Place a generous amount of pão de queijo dough onto each chicken breast.
  5. Roll up chicken breasts and secure them with toothpicks if needed.
  6. Place stuffed chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked and the pão de queijo topping is golden brown.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. 

Coconut Curry Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, including rice):

  • Calories: 400
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Protein: 15g

Ingredients:

  • 2 acorn squash, halved and seeds removed
  • 1 can (14 ounces) of coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons of red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup of diced tofu or cooked chicken
  • 1 cup of broccoli florets
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
  • Cooked rice for serving

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place acorn squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake for 30-35 minutes until tender.
  4. Combine coconut milk, red curry paste, fish sauce and brown sugar.
  5. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Add diced bell pepper, tofu or cooked chicken and broccoli florets to the saucepan.
  7. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  8. Scoop the coconut curry mixture into the cooked acorn squash halves.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
  10. Serve hot with cooked rice. 
 

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