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Chili even when it’s hot out

I did an experiment the other day and tossed two packages of ground turkey, chopped red, yellow and green peppers (one of each) a chopped onion, cilantro, salt & pepper, taco seasoning and a 28 ounce can of diced tomatoes into my slow cooker. I cooked it for six hours on high.

It came out great! I topped with some shredded cheddar, sour cream, chopped red onions and fresh diced jalapeƱos and it was both a great presentation and delicious.

Protein Bowl…

What to do with leftover steak, shrimp, chicken or other protein? Make a protein bowl (inspired by my favorite quick eatery – when we actually had to leave the house to work – Dos Toros). It’s very easy to prepare and assemble. I warmed up my leftover steak (cut into small cubes) in a pan. I also warmed up some black beans in a separate pan. When it’s all warmed up simply layer ingredients in your bowl: first beans, then steak, then top with whatever you like. I topped this bowl off with san marzano tomatoes diced up, diced red onion, chopped fresh avocado, fresh chopped jalapeno then a handful of shredded cheddar. I also added a few julienned fresh mint leaves from the garden just to give it a pop. You can toss this all under a broiler for a few minutes to melt cheese or just go for it as is!