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Porcupine Meatballs

Tender and flavorful PORCUPINE MEATBALLS with seasoned ground beef and rice mixture simmered in a simple yet delicious tomato sauce. Perfect for serving on top of pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice. A hearty, filling, and scrumptious dinner in only an hour!

AfricanMain1 hrServes 12213 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: beef

Pairs well with: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, red wine sauce, yorkshire pudding, green beans

HB-1786 · Hand-built original

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Puerto Rican Pasteles

Tender, savory, and complex Puerto Rican delicacy. Delicious masa filled with a savory meat stew cooked and then steamed in banana leaves is an ideal treat for the holidays or any time. Their versatility is impressive.Makes about 10 pasteles

AfricanAppetizer, Main, Snack3 hrServes 10993 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: pork

Pairs well with: applesauce, roasted sweet potatoes, coleslaw, cornbread, braised cabbage

HB-1840 · Hand-built original

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Rum Soaked Cake

Rum Soaked Cake is a African dessert built around softened. It takes 75 min in total and serves 12. It pairs well with coffee and vanilla ice cream.

AfricanDessert1 hr 15 minServes 12454 kcalVegetarianRenal

Main ingredient: unsalted butter

Pairs well with: coffee, vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, whipped cream

HB-1952 · Hand-built original

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Sauteed Mushrooms

Sauteed Mushrooms - perfectly tender, juicy mushrooms sauteed with garlic, thyme, onion, Creole seasoning and Worcestershire sauce. Best served as an appetizer or side dish to almost anything. Quick, easy and utterly tasty!

AfricanSide10 minServes 273 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: butter

HB-2007 · Hand-built original

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Scotch Eggs(Baked or Fried)

Baked Scotch Eggs – Hard-boiled egg wrapped in a Flavorful Spicy Ground beef or Sausage , rolled in delicious crunchy case – Baked or Fried to Perfection ! Big, meaty and satisfying, Great as an appetizer, for brunch , breakfast or picnic.

AfricanAppetizer55 minServes 4655 kcalDairy-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: beef

Pairs well with: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, red wine sauce, yorkshire pudding, green beans

HB-2015 · Hand-built original

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Shrimp Creole

Gluten Free Shrimp Creole – A comforting plate of goodness. Easy, tasty and comes together in 30 minutes. Oh, it is gluten free too!

AfricanMain40 minServes 3438 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: shrimp

Pairs well with: garlic bread, rice, grits, lemon wedges, col slaw

HB-2066 · Hand-built original

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Somali aromatic rice with lamb chops

Lamb chops marinated in garlic, herbs, Turkish grill mix and kiwi, served with layered basmati rice steamed over a spiced tomato base with fried onions and sultanas, and banana on the side.

AfricanMain course2 hr 30 minServes 4–6119 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-8352 · Hand-built original

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Southern Fried Corn

Classic corn cut fresh off the cob fried in bacon drippings with garlic, onions, paprika, and Creole seasoning delivers the ultimate Southern comfort food. Then top it with bacon bits for a heavenly side dish! Pair it with grilled or fried meat, roasted veggies, and saucy dishes for a happy family!

AfricanSide35 minServes 613 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: bacon

HB-2141 · Hand-built original

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Southern Pinto Beans

Smokey ham and hearty pinto beans with the right spices made totally from scratch. Paprika and chili powder give it the perfect heat, and oregano and cumin fill the kitchen with their mouthwatering aroma. A great addition to your favorite tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or as a main course by itself!

AfricanMain, Side11 hr 10 minServes 678 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-2142 · Hand-built original

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Southern Style Fried Potatoes

Southern Style Fried Potatoes – a simple meal choice made with potatoes and five other simple ingredients. These flavorful chunky potatoes here not only makes a wonderful pair to your favorite egg breakfast but also with any of your favorite protein. Easy, buttery, with a little heat to kickstart your day!

AfricanBreakfast, Side Dish38 minServes 2510 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: bacon

HB-2143 · Hand-built original

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Split Pea Soup

Split Pea Soup - a very simple yet hearty and comforting soup that is a great dish to make use of leftover holiday ham. Toss it with carrots, potatoes, seasonings and aromatics plus a kiss of heat and you'll have one satisfying dish in a bowl!

AfricanSoup1 hrServes 6507 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-2191 · Hand-built original

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Strawberry Lemonade

Strawberry Lemonade – easy homemade lemonade with a fresh sweet and tart flavors from fresh strawberries and lemons. Perfectly refreshing and delicious! Want to make it as an adult version? Add some vodka or sparkling wine.

AfricanDrinks15 minServes 2303 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: strawberries

HB-2229 · Hand-built original

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Sweet Potato Shakshuka with Hot Chilli Butter

Baked sweet potato shakshuka with cheddar and eggs, finished with hot chilli butter, crisp potato skins and pickled onion.

AfricanBrunch2 hr 30 minServes 4204 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: sweet potato

HB-3991 · Hand-built original

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Vinegar Coleslaw

Sweet, tangy, and with just a touch of spiciness, this incredible coleslaw is a fantastic flavorful alternative to your usual creamy coleslaw. Sliced almonds or roasted nuts top it off for added crunch. It's truly the perfect side to anything off the grill!

AfricanSide Dish20 minServes 680 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: red cabbage

HB-2508 · Hand-built original

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Watermelon Salad

This refreshing Watermelon Salad is brimming with sliced sweet watermelon, cucumber, feta cheese, red onions, and mint leaves all tossed in a simple yet unusually good sweet, tangy, and spicy dressing. A mouth-watering summer salad that will impress anybody!

AfricanSalad20 minServes 4150 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: watermelon

Pairs well with: soup, crusty bread, grilled chicken

HB-2519 · Hand-built original

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