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A hearty and tasty vegan chili made with kidney beans, lentils, and fragrant spices. Great for a cozy dinner during the week or a get-together with friends. This chili doesn't have any gluten and is full of protein and fiber from plants.

Ingredients: 1 cup dry green lentils. 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed. 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes. 1 onion, chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1 bell pepper, diced. 2 carrots, diced. 1 tablespoon chili powder. 1 teaspoon cumin. 1 teaspoon paprika. 1/2 teaspoon oregano. 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat. Salt and pepper, to taste. 4 cups vegetable broth. 2 tablespoons olive oil.

Instructions: Put olive oil in a big pot and heat it over medium-low heat. Put in the carrots, onions, garlic, and bell pepper. It will take about 5 minutes of sauting until the vegetables are soft. Add the cayenne pepper, oregano, chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and mix them in. For another one to two minutes, until it smells good. Put kidney beans, lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth in the pot. Bring to a low boil. Turn down the heat and cover the chili. Let it cook for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until the lentils are soft. Add pepper and salt to taste. If necessary, change the seasoning. Top it off with your favorite toppings, like vegan sour cream, avocado, or cilantro, and serve it hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

This Arugula Goat Cheese Burger Board is a gourmet twist on the classic burger. It's perfect for a fun and interactive meal with friends and family.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 4 burger buns. 2 cups fresh arugula. 4 oz goat cheese. 1 red onion, thinly sliced. 1 tomato, sliced. 1/4 cup balsamic glaze. Salt and pepper to taste. Olive oil for grilling.

Instructions: Warm up the grill over medium-high heat. Shape the ground beef into 4 burger patties that are all the same size. Add pepper and salt. Use olive oil to coat the burger patties and buns so they don't stick. Put the burger patties on the grill and cook them for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare. You can change the cooking time to get the level of doneness you want. Grill the burger buns until they are just barely golden while the burgers are cooking. Take the burgers off the grill when they're done and let them rest for a while. Put some arugula on a large serving board to start putting together the burger board. After the burgers are cooked, put them on top of the arugula. Spread goat cheese on top of the hot burgers and let it melt a bit. Put tomato and red onion slices on the board. Put the balsamic glaze on top of the vegetables and burgers. Last, arrange the toasted burger buns around the board so they are ready to be served. Give each person the Arugula Goat Cheese Burger Board and let them make their own tasty burger.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

This classic shrimp boil recipe is a delightful combination of fresh shrimp, smoked sausage, tender potatoes, and sweet corn, all seasoned with zesty Old Bay seasoning. It's a perfect dish for gatherings or casual dinners with family and friends.

Ingredients: 3 pounds large shrimp, shell-on. 1 pound baby red potatoes. 4 ears corn, shucked and halved. 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced. 1 large onion, quartered. 4 cloves garlic, smashed. 2 lemons, halved. 4 bay leaves. 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning. 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns. 1 tablespoon salt. 1/4 cup butter, melted. Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish.

Instructions: There should be a lot of water in a big pot. Add salt, peppercorns, bay leaves, garlic, and onion. Put the lemon halves in the pot after you squeeze the lemon juice into it. Bring up the temperature. Put the potatoes in the water when it starts to boil and cook for 10 minutes. Put in the corn and smoked sausage, and keep the pot boiling for another 5 minutes. Last, add the shrimp to the pot. Cook for three to four more minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked. The shrimp boil should be drained and put on a large serving platter. Put melted butter on top of the corn, potatoes, shrimp, and sausage. Add chopped parsley as a garnish. Enjoy while hot!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes