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Refried Bean Tostadas

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I've had this recipe on my list to try for a long time and I'm embarrassed how long it's taken me to try. I originally found the method at Kaylyn's Kitchen  and I loved the idea of baking the tostada shells rather than frying them. I'm so pleased with the result (and kind of kicking myself that it took that long to try). This is a great recipe to add to your repertoire of healthy Mexican food-type recipes. The tostada shells came out crispy and delicious. I was pleased when I discovered I could make a big batch and seal them in a bag and eat them for my lunch during the week and they stayed crispy. So satisfying and yummy. This is a very simple recipe, more of a technique. It's easy, healthy, and very delicious. Refried Bean Tostadas Printable Recipe *This recipe is adaptable for how many you are serving. Plan on making about 2-3 tostadas per adult. INGREDIENTS: Corn tortilla shells or taco sized flour tortillas olive oil Refried Beans (We love these homemade re...

Pressure Cooker Chicken Taco Soup

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I know I've said this before but I'm always on the lookout for easy pressure cooker recipes that use healthy ingredients that I can make for my family. I love it when I can make dinner ahead of time and let it sit in the pressure cooker until I'm ready to serve it. That makes my job as a mom so much easier. I've been on the lookout for this recipe for a long time. I love taco soup, but I wanted to make a recipe that uses dry beans in my pressure cooker (rather than cans of stuff and you throw it in). I store mostly dry beans because I found they are for the most part, cheaper to buy that way . I finally decided since I couldn't find such a recipe that I would create it myself and the results were fabulous. I love the flavor and color that the different varieties of beans use in this recipe. You could branch out a bit and use different beans but make sure you read the note at the top of the recipe ahead of time first. The toppings are of course optional, but they sur...

Orange Kefir Breakfast Shake

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Have you met my friend kefir yet ? If not, you really need to! Kefir milk is full of wonderful probiotics that are bodies need to keep us well. I'm always on the lookout for more ways to incorporate kefir into my family's diet, especially in the winter time. We love smoothies, but sometimes they are too cold for my kids in the winter. This orange kefir breakfast shake is a great way to get your kefir in the morning without freezing your little toesies off in the process. Hope you enjoy! Orange Kefir Breakfast Shake Printable Recipe * Makes 4-5 Cups INGREDIENTS: 3 Cups Kefir Milk 2 fresh oranges, peeled 1/2 tsp. vanilla 1 heaping Tbsp. honey + more to taste 1/2 ripe banana (I sometimes use a frozen one) DIRECTIONS: In a blender, combine the kefir milk, oranges, vanilla and honey and blend well (until honey is dissolved). Add ripe banana and blend until smooth. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Recipe Source: healthyfamilycookin.blogspot.com