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Beef Heart Chile Colorado (with Hidden Liver)
In this “truly offal” take on Chile Colorado, beef heart, ground beef, and liver are slowly simmered in bone broth with a variety of chilis and spices until rich, flavorful, and tender as can be. It’s the ultimate nourishing & healing meal!
Cincinnati Chili (Optional Hidden Liver)
This authentic Cincinnati chili is full of savory, meaty flavor with warm Mediterranean spices. Serve it over spaghetti or a hot dog with beans and/or diced onions and a heap of cheese for the classic Cincy experience!
Easy Fresh-Milled Sourdough Bread for the Busy Home Cook
Fresh-milled sourdough bread doesn’t need to be fussy! Even if you’re busy or distracted, you can enjoy delicious, healthy homemade bread every night.
Healthy Chicken Enchilada Casserole
All of the flavor of enchiladas without the fuss. You’d never know that this delicious enchilada casserole was packed with protein, fiber, and veggies – it tastes too good to be so healthy!
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