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This slow cooker recipe is a tasty and vegan-friendly version of Chipotle's Sofritos. It has braised tofu with a mix of spices and vegetables.

Ingredients: 1 block extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed. 1 cup diced onions. 1 cup diced bell peppers any color. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes, undrained. 1/4 cup tomato paste. 1/4 cup vegetable broth. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 tablespoon ground cumin. 1 tablespoon chili powder. 1 teaspoon dried oregano. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh cilantro for garnish.

Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine tofu, onions, bell peppers, and garlic. In a separate bowl, mix diced tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the tofu and vegetables in the slow cooker. Stir everything well to ensure the tofu and vegetables are coated with the sauce. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until tofu is tender and flavors meld together. Before serving, garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve over rice or in tortillas for a Chipotle Sofritos bowl or burrito.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 240 minutes

A hearty and comforting soup inspired by the classic Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli Soup, featuring ground beef, beans, vegetables, and pasta in a flavorful broth.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1 onion, diced. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 2 carrots, chopped. 2 stalks celery, chopped. 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes. 1 can 15 oz red kidney beans, drained and rinsed. 1 can 15 oz white kidney beans, drained and rinsed. 4 cups beef broth. 2 cups water. 1 teaspoon dried oregano. 1 teaspoon dried basil. 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 cup ditalini pasta. Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish. Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving.

Instructions: In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, chopped carrots, and chopped celery to the pot. Cook until vegetables are tender. Stir in diced tomatoes, drained and rinsed red kidney beans, drained and rinsed white kidney beans, beef broth, water, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, cook the ditalini pasta according to package instructions in a separate pot. Drain and set aside. Once the soup has simmered for 20 minutes, add cooked pasta to the pot. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

This gluten-free copycat recipe recreates the vibrant and zesty cilantro sauce from Cheesecake Factory. It's bursting with fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and aromatic garlic, perfect for dipping or drizzling over your favorite dishes.

Ingredients: 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil. 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

Instructions: Put chopped garlic, extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a food processor and pulse until everything is smooth. Scrape down the sides as needed to make sure the mixture is smooth and well mixed. Check the seasoning and make changes if needed. Move the sauce to a bowl for serving. Put it in the fridge with the lid on for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors can mix. For a burst of fresh flavor, serve with your favorite foods.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

The Applebee's Spinach and Artichoke Dip made in an Instant Pot is creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. Great for parties, get-togethers, or just enjoying a tasty appetizer.

Ingredients: 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained. 1 can 14 oz artichoke hearts, drained and chopped. 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1/2 cup mayonnaise. 1/2 cup sour cream. 1 teaspoon minced garlic. 1/2 teaspoon onion powder. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

Instructions: In the Instant Pot, combine all ingredients and stir well. Lock the lid and set the valve to sealing position. Pressure cook on high for 5 minutes. Once done, quick release the pressure and carefully open the lid. Stir the dip well and serve hot with tortilla chips or bread slices.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Love the famous Chick-fil-A Sauce? 🍗 This easy Chick-fil-A sauce recipe lets you recreate the creamy, tangy, and smoky dipping sauce at home using simple pantry ingredients. It's perfect for chicken nuggets, fries, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Ready in just minutes, this homemade copycat sauce tastes just like the original!

Panera Bread's tasty fall squash soup can be made at home with this slow cooker recipe. It tastes great on cold days because it has warm spices, butternut squash, pumpkin, apple, and pumpkin pie fillings.

Ingredients: 1 small butternut squash, peeled and diced. 1 cup pumpkin puree. 1 carrot, chopped. 1 apple, peeled, cored, and diced. 1 onion, chopped. 4 cups vegetable broth. 1 cup apple cider. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger. Salt and pepper to taste. 1/2 cup heavy cream optional. 2 tablespoons maple syrup optional.

Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine butternut squash, pumpkin puree, carrot, apple, onion, vegetable broth, apple cider, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine well. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until vegetables are tender. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Stir in heavy cream and maple syrup, if using. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with a drizzle of cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 360 minutes

This tasty burger recipe is based on Delish's "Anything they can do, you can do better." This burger is a hit with everyone because it has juicy beef patties, melted cheddar cheese, fresh vegetables, and classic toppings.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1/2 tsp salt. 1/4 tsp black pepper. 4 burger buns. 4 slices cheddar cheese. 1/2 cup lettuce, shredded. 1/2 cup tomato, sliced. 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup pickles. 4 tbsp mayonnaise. 2 tbsp ketchup. 2 tbsp yellow mustard.

Instructions: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties. Season each patty with salt and pepper. Grill the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare or longer for your desired level of doneness. During the last minute of cooking, add a slice of cheddar cheese to each patty and cover the grill to melt the cheese. While the burgers are cooking, toast the burger buns on the grill until they are lightly browned. Assemble the burgers by spreading mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun, followed by ketchup and mustard. Place a burger patty with melted cheese on each bun, and then top with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pickles. Finish assembling the burgers with the top bun, and serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

This recipe makes a dip that tastes just like In-N-Out's Spread. It's great for dipping fries or burgers in. It has all the sour, sweet, and salty tastes that make In-N-Out's spread so tasty.

Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise. 2 tablespoons ketchup. 1 tablespoon white vinegar. 2 teaspoons sugar. 2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish. 1 teaspoon finely minced onion. 1/8 teaspoon salt. Pinch of garlic powder.

Instructions: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, white vinegar, sugar, sweet pickle relish, minced onion, salt, and garlic powder. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld together. Serve as a dip with your favorite fries, onion rings, or burgers.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes