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Quest 65: Eenie and Meenie's Potato Nachos

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Eenie and Meenie are back at again this week with another tasty treat from the garden. This week we are making nachos with a little twist - using steak fries as the base. These are super filling and super nummy. With endless possibilities for toppings, this may be a new favorite for game night. Enjoy!




Gear!
28 oz bag Frozen Steak Fries
1 cup Frozen Broccoli
1 cup Frozen Peas
1 1/2 cups Ham, diced
3-4 Slices Swiss Cheese
1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Sour Cream

Quest!

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Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Place some nonstick foil on a cookie sheet and spread the fries across to make a single layer. Bake fries for 15 minutes.
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In the meantime, chop up frozen broccoli and ham to get ready the toppings.
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Take the fries out of the oven and add sliced cheese.
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Add vegetables on top of the cheese.
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Add another layer of cheese - this time shredded cheddar.
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Top with ham and place back in the oven for 10-15 minutes until fries are golden and cheese is melted.
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Add a few dollops of sour cream over the top and Enjoy!!
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Quest 64: Ricky's Kangaroo Pouches

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Ricky is a great side character. Who doesn't love a kangaroo that you can ride around in and punches your enemies, right? Well in honor of Ricky, we present to you our very own GF pouches filled with all the goodness of the store bought cootie (gluten) ridden version for you to make and enjoy in your very own home. These even can be made savory or sweet! Make smaller versions of these ahead of time and reheat them for lunch - and freeze well! What's not to love? Just like Ricky! Enjoy!

Gear!
Dough
2 cups of GF Flour with xianthium gum
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
2/3-3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Filling Options - Just to get you started with possibilities!
1. Pepperoni, sliced
Fresh Basil Leaves
Ground Sausage, cooked
Tomato Paste
Mozzarella Cheese, Shredded

2.Ham
Broccoli
Alfredo Sauce
Roasted Garlic
Cheddar Cheese

3. Apples
Cinnamon
Brown Sugar
Caramel Sauce

4. Pears
Cinnamon
Walnuts
Nutella

Quest!
So for this quest, we will be make a savory pepperoni and sausage pouch.

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Let's start with the dough!

Mix together all the ingredients for the dough - using 2/3 cup of milk. Let the dough rest for 10-15 minutes. Test the consistence and texture of the dough. If it feels grainy, add more milk, mix together again and rest for 5-10 minutes.






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Divide the dough into two sections to make two large pouches or divide further to make more smaller pouches - That's math!










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On a cutting board or other smooth surface, roll out one section of dough until about thin, but not making holes.










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Mix together your cooked filling ingredients.












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Move your dough to a nonstick aluminum foil line cookie sheet. Add a layer of pepperoni and fresh basil leaves (or other flavors based on your flavor profile you chose).









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Add filling on top pepperoni.












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Fold the top over to create the pouch. Crimp together the edges to create a seal. Poke a couple of holes in the top of the pouch to let steam escape. Drizzle with Olive oil.









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Bake in a preheated 400 degree F oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crusty. This cooking time may vary based on the size of you pouches.










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Enjoy!












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Quest 63: Jumbo Three-Cheese Seashells

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Today, we make our way back to the beach for another kind seashell hunt. These stuffed little jewels have their own secret and certainly make my week! They also can be made ahead of time and frozen for a quick weeknight dinner! Enjoy!




Gear!
Jumbo GF Shell Pasta
1/2 cup onion, minced
1 clove garlic, chopped
5 oz. fresh spinach
8 oz. ricotta cheese
1/4 cup Parmesan, grated
4 oz. mozzarella, shredded
1/4 cup cream
1 egg, lightly beaten
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups red sauce

Quest!
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 Saute onions and garlic in a small amount of olive oil until translucent.
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 Add fresh spinach and salt and pepper to start the wilting process. Stir until fully wilted.
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 Add ricotta, cream. half the Parmesan, half the mozzarella, and egg to the mixture.
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  Stir mixture until it comes together into a cheese sauce.

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Cook Jumbo shells according to the directions. Drain and let cool slightly before handling .

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Cover with your favorite red sauce.





Add the other half of the Parmesan and mozzarella. Stop right here is you wish to freeze for another day by letting everything cool, then wrap with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Label and freeze.
When ready to bake, preheat oven to 400 degrees F and bake from fresh for about 20-25 minutes - 45-50 minutes if frozen. Enjoy!
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