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Beth Rello

Cooked rice with the cilantro and lime added in
Cilantro Lime Rice Cinco de MayoStarchy SidesStarchy Sides
February 8, 2024

Cilantro Lime Rice

Tired of boring, tasteless rice? This cilantro lime rice adds an extra zing to any taco or fajita bowl.  It is also a great side dish to add something new to your weeknight rotation and definitely a side dish worthy of guests as well! With only a few extra steps than typical rice preparation, this recipe adds bold flavor that is more than worth it. Cilantro Lime Rice Ingredients This…
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Beef Taco Bowls prepared over cilantro lime rice and black beans, garnished with lime wedges, avocado slices, cilantro, and sauteed orange and yellow bell peppers.
Beef Taco Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice Beef & SteakCinco de MayoDinnerKids FavoritesMain DishesSuperbowl
February 8, 2024

Beef Taco Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice

This beef taco bowl with cilantro lime rice is a family favorite and an easy weeknight meal.  The seasoned beef and slightly tangy rice pack great, complementary flavors into one yummy dish. Beef Taco Bowl Ingredients To make this bowl, for the seasoned beef, you will need:  1.5 lb of ground beef, to your desired leanness, one half of a white or yellow onion, one diced tomato, one beef bouillon cube,…
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Super Bowl Party Strategies EntertainmentSuperbowl
January 30, 2024

Super Bowl Party Strategies

It is time for the grand finale of football season!  Whether you are celebrating the big game itself or the end to the longest season of the year ….we always feel we need a few Super Bowl party strategies.  Here are some of our favorite go-to tips for maximizing fun and minimizing stress on Super Bowl Sunday. Make Your Party Food Ahead of Time If you are planning to gather…
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Taco layer dip prepared in a baking dish garnished with cilantro side by side with a bowl of fresh tortilla chips
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January 29, 2024

Taco Layer Dip with Ground Beef

Anyone love the combo of a traditional layer dip but want to try it in a warmer, semi-baked version?   This taco layer dip adds in ground beef cooked with our own Beef Taco Seasoning.  Serve this Taco Layer Dip with tortilla chips and a fine margarita.  It is truly a perfect Super Bowl party food! The Taco Layer Dip Ingredients For the seasoned ground beef, you will need 1 pound ground…
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Baked cheesy ham sliders
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January 27, 2024

Melty Ham & Swiss Sliders

This little Melty Ham & Swiss Sliders recipe takes the ham sandwich to the next level.  The sweetness of the Hawaiian roll combined with the savory flavors of the Swiss cheese, ham, and buttery seasoning mixture make this a crowd pleaser for any party.  The butter seasoning element of these crisps up the edges of the rolls and makes them even more delicious. Do you ever feel like when you…
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a muffin pan of golden brown cooked butt buns
2023 Gratitudes and Top Ten Recipes Entertainment
January 9, 2024

2023 Gratitudes and Top Ten Recipes

After starting Gnarly Roots in July 2023, we wanted to take time to reflect on our successes before moving on to new kitchen adventures in 2024.  Looking back has us feeling so much gratitude for our supporters and for all that we have learned! Here is a list of the top ten most searched recipes of 2023. Bon Appetit! #1.  Caprese Chicken with Pesto Pasta Not surprising this awesome summer…
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Melted Brie with Toasted Almonds & Cranberries AppetizersChristmasHappy HourNew Years EveThanksgiving
December 11, 2023

Melted Brie with Toasted Almonds & Cranberries

  This melted Brie with toasted almonds & cranberries is a favorite holiday appetizer and has been for many years.   It is full of flavor, and actually super simple to make.   Ingredients for the Melted Brie with Toasted Almonds & Cranberries To make this appetizer, gather the following items:  1 small wheel of Brie (usually 8 oz), slivered almonds, dried cranberries, and a small amount of honey.  When serving,…
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Cinnamon & Raisin Pinwheel baked with glaze drizzled over the top, garnished with strawberries
Cinnamon Raisin Pinwheel Baked GoodsBreakfastBrunchChristmasKids FavoritesRecipes
December 7, 2023

Cinnamon Raisin Pinwheel

This raisin cinnamon pinwheel is a baked delight that we have enjoyed at the holidays for many years.   We think it is best served  sliced, warm, and with a spread of butter.   Cinnamon Raisin Pinwheel Ingredients This recipe results in two cinnamon raisin pinwheels.  To make the dough, you will need yeast, water, scalded milk, sugar, butter, flour, 2 eggs, and salt.  A special note on yeast, make sure…
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Elderflower and prosecco cocktail in a vintage inspired goblet, garnished with lemon wedge, rosemary, and dehydrated orange slice
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December 5, 2023

Elderflower & Lime Prosecco

While we all love a fresh glass of bubbly, this is a fun spin.  By adding just a touch of Elderflower liqueur and freshly grated lime zest, this Prosecco takes on a whole new life.  This celebratory beverage was introduced to me by my sister-in-law one Christmas time in France.  We enjoyed large wine glasses full of this delicious concoction on Christmas Eve.   Elderflower & Lime Prosecco Ingredients All…
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