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When it’s cold outside, a warm and hearty stew can save you from sadness (and hunger!). This beef stew comes together in about 30 minutes. We don’t always have a lot of time to cook meals, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be good! That’s why we created this stew. About 2 pounds of a tender cut of beef cut into small cubes 2 large potatoes cut into small cubes 2 large carrots cut into small cubes 1 large yellow onion, diced 4-6 cups vegetable or beef stock 2 cups rice A sprinkle of flour Salt and pepper Oregano Combine...

The New Year already started! We can’t wait to see what it will bring us here at Sugar Plum Chocolates… New nuts, snacks, and surprises are definitely in store. Follow us on Instagram to stay tuned to all of our blog posts and news! Let’s face it: sometimes in the mornings, you skip breakfast. You just don’t have time, and so what if you don’t eat until lunch, right? Wrong. You’re missing out on a morning’s worth of nutrients your body needs to keep from crashing. Try eating breakfast every day just for one week and let us know how...

These pretzels are delicious thanks to the addition of beer. It gives it a great flavor that everyone at your party or get together will be sure to enjoy! For an extra zing, top them with a little shredded cheese before going into the oven. You can also brush them with melted butter after baking, and then top them with parmesan cheese.   Ingredients: 1 package instant yeast (7g) ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon white sugar 1 cup beer (any kind) ¼ cup water, lukewarm ¼ stick butter, plus extra for brushing 3 cups whole wheat flour ½ cup parmesan...

After the rush of the holidays, our stomachs can be a little worn out… January is the best time to start nourishing your body and giving it the nutrients it may have missed out on in the last month. This green smoothie is easy and you may already have the ingredients! It’s best to drink it immediately after blending.   Ingredients: 2 handfuls of spinach, kale, or similar greens 6 walnuts 1 teaspoon of Spirulina powder (optional) 1 cup of orange juice A few ice cubes A few leaves of fresh mint Combine all of the ingredients in a high...

Got a Sriracha lover in the family? This dip is the perfect companion for all of your get-togethers. You can make this with our Sriracha Powder, or sauce from the bottle. Using both would make it even better! This recipe is so simple anyone can do it. It only takes 10 minutes!   Ingredients 6 ounces cooked and shredded chicken (or canned) 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese 8 ounce package cream cheese Chives for garnish 1 tablespoon Sriracha OR Sriracha Powder ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup ranch dressing Combine all ingredients except chicken in a medium saucepan. While stirring, melt...