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Pizza Pinwheels

Pizza dough rolled around sauce, ham, pineapple and mozzarella, then sliced into rounds and baked. The pinwheels are finished with minced chives.

AmericanAppetizer, Dinner30 minServes 8147 kcalEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: ham

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-7929 · Hand-built original

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Pizza Puffs

Pizza dough cups proofed in a muffin tin, brushed with garlic butter and layered with marinara, mozzarella and turkey pepperoni, baked until golden and bubbly.

AmericanAppetizer1 hr 30 min12 pieces355 kcalEgg-free

Main ingredient: turkey

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-10022 · Hand-built original

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Pizza Rolls

Wonton wrappers folded envelope-style around a mozzarella, pizza sauce and turkey pepperoni filling, fried at 350°F until golden and crisp.

AmericanAppetizer45 min5 to 6202 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: turkey

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-10023 · Hand-built original

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Pizza Sliders

Pull-apart Hawaiian roll sliders filled with pizza sauce, mozzarella and pepperoni, baked under a garlic-Parmesan butter glaze.

AmericanAppetizer, Dinner, Main Course25 minServes 12101 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: sliders

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-17574 · Hand-built original

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Poke Nachos with Spicy Tuna

Crisp fried wonton triangles topped with tamari- and sesame-dressed raw tuna, edamame and avocado. Two mayonnaises, one with sriracha and one with wasabi, plus eel sauce and furikake finish the platter.

AmericanAppetizerServes 6264 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: tuna

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-10025 · Hand-built original

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Polish Sausage, Sauerkraut, and Potatoes

Polish sausage, potato chunks, and sauerkraut simmered together with caraway seeds and a bay leaf until the potatoes are tender. Everything cooks in one pot and is served hot with the bay leaf removed.

AmericanMain courseServings: 4 servings589 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: sausage

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-9124 · Hand-built original

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Pomegranate Apple Waldorf Salad

Spring mix with diced red apple, pomegranate seeds, parmesan and cinnamon candied walnuts, dressed with a lemon vinaigrette of olive oil, rice vinegar and mustard.

AmericanAppetizer20 minServes 4839 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: apple

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-10935 · Hand-built original

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Pomegranate Fizz Mocktail

Pomegranate juice is shaken with lime and a little honey until frosty, then lengthened with club soda. The result is deep red, gently sparkling and properly tart, with no alcohol in the glass.

AmericanDrink5 minMakes 189 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: pomegranate juice

Pairs well with: grilled halloumi, spiced nuts, goat cheese crostini, flatbreads

HB-18745 · Hand-built original

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Pomegranate Moscow Mules

Vodka, pomegranate juice, lime and blood orange shaken over ice and topped with ginger beer in mule glasses.

AmericanDrink5 minServes 2189 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: gin

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-11997 · Hand-built original

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Popcorn Balls

These Popcorn Balls made with marshmallows are sweet, chewy, and super fun to make! Perfect for parties and holiday gatherings.

AmericanDessert25 minServes 12149 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cooking oil

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-1784 · Hand-built original

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Popcorn Balls (3 Ways!)

Hand-pressed popcorn balls in three flavours: classic marshmallow, peanut butter, and caramel made with brown sugar. Soft, buttery and chewy, they are a nostalgic party snack for all ages.

AmericanDessert30 minServes 122246 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: popcorn

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-14846 · Hand-built original

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Popcorn bars

Dark chocolate binds puffed rice cereal, salted popcorn, cranberries and marshmallow pieces into fridge-set bars. Cut into squares, they keep for up to a week chilled.

AmericanDesserts40 minMakes 2095 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: rice

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-14847 · Hand-built original

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Popeyes Blackened Ranch

A buttermilk and mayonnaise ranch dressing seasoned with smoked paprika, cayenne, garlic and onion powder, parsley and mustard powder.

AmericanSauce5 minServes 2063 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: buttermilk

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-10416 · Hand-built original

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Popeyes Fries

Russet potato strips dipped in a seasoned seltzer batter, fried at 375°F until golden, seasoned again, and served with a Cajun sweet chili mayonnaise sauce.

AmericanSide25 minServes 21370 kcalVegetarianDairy-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: potato

Pairs well with: sour cream, green beans, coleslaw, grilled steak, roast chicken

HB-9448 · Hand-built original

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Pork Chops

Thick bone-in pork chops basted with butter, thyme and garlic, served with a bourbon peach sauce, mashed yucca with poblano, and a white balsamic glaze.

AmericanMain1 hr 15 min4 servings859 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: pork chop

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-4763 · Hand-built original

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Pork Chops with an Apple Bacon Sauce

Spice-rubbed bone-in pork chops seared in bacon fat, then finished in a pan sauce of chicken broth, Dijon, cider vinegar and honey with herbs, sliced apple and crisp bacon pieces.

AmericanDinner, Main Course35 minServes 4106 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: chicken

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

HB-17678 · Hand-built original

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Pork Seasoning

A sweet and warm dry seasoning for pork built on brown sugar with chili powder, cumin, thyme and garlic. It is mixed with olive oil into a rub for tenderloin.

AmericanSeasoning5 minServes 2209 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: pork

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

HB-7952 · Hand-built original

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Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

A homemade pork tenderloin sandwich is the perfect hearty lunch! Juicy grilled pork slathered in a tasty mix of spices, nestled between soft buns, and topped off with fresh tomato slices, sizzling grilled onions, crunchy lettuce, and zesty pickles. You'll be hooked after the first bite!

AmericanDinner, lunch50 minServes 2691 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: pork

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

HB-1792 · Hand-built original

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Pork Tenderloin Stuffed With Herbs and Capers

Pork Tenderloin Stuffed With Herbs and Capers is a American main course centred on pork, prepared in a straightforward home style. Serve it as directed in the method.

AmericanMain course45 min4 servings619 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: pork

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

HB-4065 · Hand-built original

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Potato Bolani

Afghan stuffed flatbreads made with raw tortillas filled with mashed potato, cream cheese, jalapeno, cilantro and spices, pan-fried until crisp.

AmericanAppetizer1 hr 20 min8 servings96 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: potato

Pairs well with: sour cream, green beans, coleslaw, grilled steak, roast chicken

HB-10026 · Hand-built original

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Potato Rolls

Light, fluffy dinner rolls made with mashed potato in the dough, brushed after baking with honey butter and finished with flaky sea salt.

AmericanBread3 hrServes 16198 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: potato

Pairs well with: sour cream, green beans, coleslaw, grilled steak, roast chicken

HB-17234 · Hand-built original

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Potato Salad

An American potato salad of boiled russet potatoes and eggs folded with celery, onion and a mayonnaise, mustard and sweet relish dressing, garnished with sliced egg, paprika and chives.

AmericanSide40 minServes 6749 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

Main ingredient: potato

Pairs well with: sour cream, green beans, coleslaw, grilled steak, roast chicken

HB-9241 · Hand-built original

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Pressure Cooker Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

Enjoy your favorite game day eats in meatball form! These Pressure Cooker Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are just as tasty but with more edible protein to fill you up. Plus, they're less messy to eat, too!

AmericanAppetizer, Main Entree35 minServes 6217 kcalDiabetic

Main ingredient: chicken

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

HB-1169 · Hand-built original

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Pressure Cooker Carnitas

Easy Instant Pot Carnitas take just 5 minutes of prep before the pressure cooker takes over! Perfectly seasoned pork is cooked juicy and tender, then shredded and lightly broiled until crispy.

AmericanDinner1 hr 50 minServes 661 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: chicken

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

HB-1170 · Hand-built original

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Pressure Cooker Chicken Breast (Fresh Or Frozen)

Pressure Cooker Chicken Breast (Fresh Or Frozen) is a American main course built around chicken. It takes 30 min in total and serves 20. It pairs well with roasted potatoes and rice pilaf.

AmericanMain Course30 minServes 20112 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: chicken

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

HB-1171 · Hand-built original

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Pressure Cooker Vegetarian Soup

This healthy Instant Pot vegetarian soup with pasta is delicious. Packed with beans, corn, tomatoes and bell peppers it's easy to make.

AmericanAppetizer, Side Dish, Soup20 minServes 6442 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: onion

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-1179 · Hand-built original

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Pretzel Christmas Crack

Crushed pretzels baked in a butter and brown sugar toffee, covered with melted semi-sweet chocolate chips and a scattering of flakey sea salt.

AmericanDessert20 minServes 16404 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: butter

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-7983 · Hand-built original

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Pretzel Rolls

Soft, tender pretzel rolls with the chewy, bronzed crust of a proper pretzel, brushed with butter and scattered with coarse salt — an instant dinnertime upgrade.

AmericanBread, Side Dish2 hr 48 minServes 12187 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-17740 · Hand-built original

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Prime Rib Rub

A five-minute steak rub of kosher salt, coarse black pepper, Italian seasoning herbs, garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika. It keeps for up to two months in a sealed container.

AmericanSeasoning5 minServes 1011 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: kosher salt

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-14890 · Hand-built original

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Protein Balls

No-bake peanut butter protein balls sweetened with honey and studded with mini chocolate chips. A short chill firms them into grab-and-go snacks for the week.

AmericanSnack30 minServes 12224 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: butter

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-17136 · Hand-built original

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