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Good evening ladies and gentlemen! Tonight, we’ll be stepping out of our comfort zones and head on down the dusty trail of new tantalizing new foods. First stop, the Quinoa Highway.

If you aren’t familiar with quinoa, know this: it’s a grain from the Gods. Quinoa has been used in recipes for since ancient times. This great little grain makes a wonderful substitute for traditional noodles when making soups and stews. Plus, it’s packed with an assortment of good-for-you vitamins. We’re confident that once you cook up your first pot of quinoa vegetable soup, you’ll be hooked for life.

If you’re a fan of hearty vegetables swimming in a sea of savory broth, you’ve come to the right place. Nothing is better than a steaming bowl of soup on a chilly day. In fact, I enjoy soup so much that I eat it even when the days are bright and sunny, and I know you will too!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Whole Foods Market.

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Are you a fig lover? I never was until I gave these funny looking snacks a try. Filled with chewy figs and pliable dates, these babies are actually very good! The fact that they’re rolled in cinnamon and orange zest makes them even more appealing. Don’t forget about the hints of pure vanilla extract that encompass these figgy almond treats. Yummo!

When I first saw these figgadelic treats, I thought they were straight up out of a gourmet bakery. There would be no way I could ever make these in my own kitchen, right? Wrong! They are super easy to throw together in a few minutes. Plus, they look super dainty and sweet when nestled on top of tissue paper that rests on a pretty plate. Serve your tea party guests up a few of these figgy darlings and watch their eyes roll back into their heads in utter food ecstasy.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Whole Foods Market.

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I don’t know about you, but sipping on a fresh Orange Julius is one of my favorite things to do during the hot summer months. However, I’m a bit of a hermit and don’t really like to leave my house so making a run to Dairy Queen is kind of a burden. Much to my amazement, I can make this delightful little drink from the comfort of my own home. Imagine my excitement when I found this little gem of a recipe.

If you are capable of peeling an orange, you are capable of making this vitamin C packed drink for yourself. I’m telling you, it’s a glass of positivity that will warm your soul and cool your palate. Another awesome aspect about sipping on an Orange Julius is that you can mix it with a little splash of your favorite booze to make it a midday cocktail. FUN!

Recipe courtesy of 12 Tomatoes.

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If you’re like me, you love all things simple. Well darlin’, that’s what you’ll get when you decide to throw together this amazing sausage and croissant breakfast bake. I mean, really, could it get any simpler than this? Unless it’s cold cereal, the answer is “no.” When you’ve got hungry kids to feed in the morning, you can easily assemble this early morning meal the night before.

When you wake up, just pop this puppy into the oven, and it’s ready within an hour. It really is that easy! This is one of my favorite breakfast casseroles to knock together when I am serving a crowd. Not only is it a snap to make, it contains all of your staple breakfast foods like eggs, sausage, cheese, and croissants. You’re going to love it!

Recipe and photo courtesy of 12 Tomatoes.

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Girl (or guy), are you having one of those days? Cheer up buttercup because this cake is going to make it all better. Whenever I’m feeling glum, I bake a cake. Why? Well, The Golden Girls always turned to sugary goodies when they were having a bad day, and it worked for them. Who wouldn’t want to be peppy like Rose Nyland?

Another reason to bake a cake of this magnitude when you’re feeling blue is calorie deprivation. Everyone knows that when you eat cake due to be sad, the calories don’t count. Right? That’s true, isn’t it? Of course, it is, my best friend would never lie to me…

So, are you ready for a chocolate covered therapy session?

Recipe courtesy of The New York Times Cooking column.

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When it comes to trying new things, I’m sort of a stickler. I mean, let’s face it, we cook what works for our families, right? But, do you ever get tired of the same old meals each month? I know that I needed a recipe to get me out of this food slump I found myself in. That’s when I discovered Oven Roasted Chicken Shawarma. At first, I was intimidated because this type of food is totally restaurant quality, and although I’m a pretty good cook, I ain’t no chef, sister.

Much to my surprise, this recipe was super simple to make, and it tastes absolutely divine. When I plated up the food, the aroma alone was jumping off our plates. Needless to say, this chicken dish is a major hit in my household. I’ll definitely be making it again! Are you ready to whip up a batch of your own? Follow me…

Recipe and photo courtesy of Jo Cooks.

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The first time I heard of this I just couldn’t believe it. I had to try – and it really works!

There are so many recipes that I use that call for marshmallow cream. Seriously, I’ve considered taking out a loan to buy stock in the white, fluffy goodness. Okay, maybe I’m not that far off the deep end, but I do use marshmallow fluff in a lot of desserts.

I’ve found that making my own fluff is much easier and less expensive than purchasing it every week. Do you want to know something else? It only takes TWO ingredients to whip up a batch of ooey, gooey marshmallow madness. I am not kidding! Just two ingredients! You are going to be so super surprised at what they are your head just might spin.

The best part is – this recipe really makes the most perfect, fluffy marshmallow cream you could think of. I guarantee, if you give this one a try you will never go back to your old ways again!

Recipe courtesy of Chocolate Covered Katie.

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Quick Tip: Add some vanilla for flavor!