Chicken Asparagus Marsala

Asparagus always give a dish an elegant flair. Here, it also adds beautiful color.

4 Free Range Chicken Breast Halves, Boned and Skinned
10 Ounces Asparagus Spears, Cut
2 Tablespoons Butter
1 Tablespoon Coconut or Grapeseed Oil
1⁄2 Pound Mushrooms
1⁄4 Cup Marsala Wine
1⁄2 Teaspoon Salt
1⁄4 Cup Water
1⁄8 Teaspoon Pepper
1 Tablespoon Parsley, Chopped Diagonally into Pieces

Pound the chicken pieces to 1⁄4-inch thickness. Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium-high temperature. Add chicken and cook, turning, for about 5 minutes or until the chicken is brown. Remove chicken and set aside. To the drippings remaining in the frying pan, add the asparagus and mushrooms and cook, stirring, for about 3 minutes. Return the chicken to the pan, add the marsala wine, water, salt, and pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil for 2 minutes to reduce the liquid. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 3 minutes or until the chicken and vegetables are tender. Arrange the chicken on a serving platter. Spoon the vegetable sauce over the chicken. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.

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Caesar Dressing

This is a classic dressing usually paired with only chopped romaine lettuce. Simple and delicious.

1 cage free egg
1⁄2 Cup White Wine Vinegar
2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
1⁄2 Teaspoon Sea Salt
1⁄4 Teaspoon Pepper
3⁄4 Cup Olive Oil
1⁄3 Cup Freshly Grated Raw Parmesan Cheese
1-2 Sardine Fillets, Optional

In a blender add all ingredients except olive oil. Blend well. While the processor is running, slowly add the olive oil. Use immediately or refrigerate up to one week.

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Chicken Cacciatore

This is a classic dish that is sure to be part of your regular menu rotations.

2 Pounds Chicken Pieces
1 Medium Onion, Sliced
1⁄2 Medium Green Pepper, Chopped
1⁄4 Cup Olive Oil
1 Garlic
1 Can Plum Tomatoes (16 Ounces)
1 Tbl Parsley, Chopped
1⁄2 Teaspoon Oregano, Crushed
1⁄4 Teaspoon Thyme
3⁄4 Teaspoon Salt
1⁄4 Teaspoon Pepper
1⁄4 Pound Mushroom, Sliced

TIP: You can modify this recipe by using skinless, boneless chicken breasts.

Heat oil in large skillet. Add chicken pieces, brown and set aside. Add onion, green pepper and garlic. Cook until onion is tender. Force Italian plum tomatoes through a strainer to remove seeds. Add tomato liquid, parsley, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper to skillet. Cook over low heat for 15 minutes;
stir occasionally. Add chicken; cover and cook over low heat 45 minutes. Stir occasionally. Add mushrooms. Cook uncovered 15 minutes or until sauce is desired consistency.

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Weekday Baked Chicken Breasts

This chicken is juicy and delectable plus simple to prepare.  You can make these ahead of time for quick lunches or dinners.

4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
1⁄8 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2⁄3 Cup Water with 1 Tablespoon Sea Salt
2 or 3 Cloves of Garlic, Minced or Grated
1⁄2 to 1 Teaspoon Dried Oregano or Basil
Sea and Pepper to Taste
1⁄4 Cup Grated Italian Romano Cheese 3 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar

Preheat oven to 450oF. Place the chicken breasts in a 9 x 13 or other shallow baking dish. Cover the chicken with a mixture made of the water, salt, and olive oil. Grate or mince the garlic and sprinkle it on the chicken breasts. Sprinkle the salt, pepper, and other seasoning over the chicken. Sprinkle the Romano cheese over the chicken. Bake at 450oF for 20 to 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Remove the dish from the oven, and pour off the excess fluid, leaving the chicken in the baking dish. Drizzle with the balsamic vinegar and serve.

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Mini Onion Quiches

Advanced & Core Plan

These mini quiches are great to freeze for a quick on the go breakfast later. Here, a typical crust is substituted with shredded coconut.

3⁄4 Cup Shredded Coconut
4 Tablespoons Butter, Melted
1 Cup Chopped Green Onion With Tops 2 Tablespoons Butter
2 Eggs
1 Cup Grass Fed Whole Milk
1⁄2 Teaspoon Sea Salt
1⁄4 Teaspoon Pepper
1 Cup Swiss Cheese, Grated

Preheat oven to 300oF. Combine coconut and melted butter. Divide coconut among mini muffin tins. Saute onion for 10 minutes in 2 tablespoons butter.
Cool onions then divide evenly over coconut crust. Beat eggs, add milk, salt, pepper, and swiss cheese. Pour by spoonfuls on top of onions in tins. Do not fill to the top as they will run over. Bake until set, about 15-20 minutes. Do Not Overbake.

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Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps

This is a very tasty dish that will rival any Chinese takeout or elegant Chinese restaurant. It makes a nice presentation for an appetizer as well.

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1⁄2 Cup Water
3 Tablespoons Organic Almond/Cashew Butter
1 Pound Ground Turkey
1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil
1 Cup Shiitake Mushroom Caps, Chopped
1 Tablespoon Rice Vinegar
1 (8 Ounces) Can Water Chestnuts, Drained and Chopped
3 Cloves Garlic
2 Tablespoons Fresh Ginger, Minced
1⁄3 Cup Tamari
1⁄2 Cup Green Onions, Optional
1 Head Lettuce, Separated into Leaves

Cook turkey in skillet about 5 minutes, stirring until turkey crumbles and is no longer pink. Add mushrooms, and next 5 ingredients. Increase heat to medium-high, and cook, stirring constantly 4 minutes. Add green onions if desired and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Spoon mixture evenly onto lettuce leaves; roll up. Serve with extra tamari sauce if desired.

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