Mesir Wat (Ethiopian Red Lentils)

With the cold winter we've been having I have been on a lentil stew kick all season. I have tried a few different Indian ones and came across this Ethiopian recipe which I was very curious about. I have always loved Ethiopian food, but had never tried making it since I wasn't sure where to start. This recipe is easy to follow and create a filling, flavorsome dinner. I served this with a side of rice for a hearty meal.

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Mostly Homemade Garlic Bread

I am a huge garlic bread fan. I can easily finish off 5 pieces in a sitting, if not more- and this is usually on top of the main course and other sides being offered. One of my dear friends has always made her own garlic bread and once I realized how easy and delicious her technique was, I was hooked! The bread is store bought in this recipe, but the garlic butter spread is homemade. Serve this with any pasta dish, but it's especially good with a homemade bolognese (like this Swiss Betty Bossi one).

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Crispy Speculoos Cookies

I originally came across this recipe while looking for a Biscoff Lotus cookie copycat recipe. My family and I love these cookies, but I wanted to try making them myself. Though this does not truly taste like a Biscoff cookie, it is a delicious speculoos cookie with fantastic flavors and a great texture. This cookie is now one of my go-to cookies that I know everyone in my family will enjoy. The dough can be difficult to roll if it gets too warm since it has a lot of butter in it, so chilling the dough prior to rolling is very helpful.

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Paprika Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sprouts and Delicata Squash

I have recently discovered just how delicious and easy sheet pan dinners can be. With a little bit of prep work, this comes together for an easy weeknight dinner. I prepared the vegetables a day prior and covered the chicken in the marinade the morning before making this dish to save on time at night. Either way you approach the recipe this is a great, complete meal that comes together easily. Feel free to add more veggies or chicken to suit your preference.

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Green Cabbage Salad with Cilantro

This salad recipe is one I have been making for years and love how easy it is to make. Being a cabbage salad, I love that you can still enjoy this on day 2, unlike most salads. The ingredients in this salad are light and refreshing and can be adjusted to your flavor preference. You can feel free to add more heat, adjust the citrus level and add as much cilantro as you like. The recipe comes from a family friend, who has been making this salad since I was a kid. It is still delicious many years later and I appreciate the fresh, light flavor this salad produces.

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