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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce and Lemon Turmeric Rice

Chicken Schawarma

Marinated, grilled Mediterranean Chicken Shawarma, served in bowls with Lemon Turmeric Rice (made in an Instant Pot, if desired), a fresh Greek cucumber and tomato salad garnished with feta, and drizzled with a tangy garlic sauce.

I love to make this fragrant rice in an Instant Pot. It cooks quickly and evenly, and comes out fluffy every time.

Lemon Turmeric Rice

I like to serve this with a fresh tomato and cucumber salad. Link to recipe:

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Greek Tomato & Cucumber Salad

 

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Smoked Queso Dip

Smoked Queso Dip

A delicious appetizer perfect for dipping chips or vegetables. Mix ingredients together in a disposable pan and cook on a smoker  for a deep, rich flavor.

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Mango Thai Curry

Thai Mango Curry

The combination of fresh crisp vegetables and a warm hearty soup is perfect for these snowy January days, without being too heavy. Fresh and pureed mango add a bright sweet taste to this Thai curry.

I made this heavy on vegetables, so it came out more like a stew. For a more traditional consistency, add additional broth or coconut milk.

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17th Annual Twelve Days of Christmas Cookies Recap

Merry Christmas & Happy Baking!

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Twelve Days of Christmas Cookies: Baked Caramel Corn

Caramel Corn

DAY 12: Baked Caramel Corn

An easy caramel sauce poured over popped popcorn (YES, you can start with store-bought bagged popcorn!), then baked until crunchy.

To make Cracker Jack candy, add some peanuts before baking.

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Twelve Days of Christmas Cookies: Apple Cider Blondies

Apple Cider Blondies

DAY 11: Apple Cider Blondies

These bar cookies have the hint of apple cider tanginess with a crackly cinnamon top.

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