Ingredients

• 2-1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup granulated monk fruit or stevia sugar substitute
• 6 tablespoons butter, melted
• FILLING:
• 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
• 1-1/2 cups sour cream
• 1-1/2 cups granulated monk fruit or stevia sugar substitute
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten

Ingredients

• 8 bacon strips
• 8 slices white bread, toasted
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 2 medium tomatoes, sliced 1/2-in. thick
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 4 large lettuce leaves

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried red beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 6 to 8 cups hot cooked rice
• Hot pepper sauce
• Thinly sliced green onions

Ingredients

• 2 large potatoes, baked
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/3 cup 2% milk
• 2 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons minced chives
• 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• Optional: Crumbled cooked bacon, sour cream, chives, paprika

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups large egg whites (about 10)
• 3/4 cup plus 1/2 cup sugar, divided
• 3/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose baking flour (without xanthan gum)
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
• Whipped cream and mixed fresh berries, optional

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups raisins
• 1 cup pitted dates
• 1/2 cup dried apricots
• 4 cups hot water
• 3/4 cup unblanched almonds
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup dry red wine or grape juice
• Matzo crackers, optional

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Ingredients

• STOCK:
• 1 (4 pounds) whole chicken, neck and gizzards removed
• 1 medium sweet onion, quartered
• 2 large carrots, cut into chunks
• 2 celery ribs, cut into chunks
• 3 garlic cloves, unpeeled, crushed
• 8 cups cold water
• STEW:
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-in. chunks
• 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 bag (10 ounces) frozen corn (about 1-3/4 cups)
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• Hot pepper sauce, for serving

Ingredients

• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup marshmallow creme
• 1 medium lime, zested and juiced
• 2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 1/2 teaspoon Tajin seasoning
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil, optional
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 4 cups cubed watermelon

Ingredients

• 4 large carrots
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1-1/4 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2-1/2 teaspoons furikake
• 4 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
• Bagels, cream cheese, red onion, capers and dill

Ingredients

• MISO DRESSING:
• 4 tablespoons white miso paste
• 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 4 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
• 3 teaspoons mirin (sweet rice wine)
• 1 to 2 teaspoons garlic chili oil or chili crunch
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• TOFU BOWL:
• 4 small bunches baby bok choy
• 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 3 packages (7 ounces each) teriyaki flavored tofu, cubed
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 8 ounces Shimeji or Enoki mushrooms, trimmed
• 4 cups cooked brown rice
• 1/2 cup julienned daikon radish
• 1 cup sliced radishes
• 1 cup julienned carrot
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted, optional
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Ingredients

• 4-1/2 cups water, divided
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chipotle mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup media crema table cream
• 1 medium lime, zested and juiced
• 1 teaspoon elote or taco seasoning
• 1 frozen pizza dough, thawed
• 2 cups fresh whole kernel corn
• 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
• 1 cup shredded pizza cheese blend
• 1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• TOPPING:
• 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped
• 1 plum tomato, chopped
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
• 1 medium lime, zested and juiced
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cups chopped peeled parsnips
• 1 cup chopped fresh carrots
• 3 cups chopped peeled Fuji apple
• 1-1/2 cups chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 2 cups water
• 1-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• TOPPING:
• 8 pieces thinly sliced prosciutto, chopped
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons white miso paste
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1-1/2 pounds napa cabbage, cut into 2-in. pieces
• 1 bunch broccoli, stems and florets separated and chopped
• 1 large carrot, shredded
• 6 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
• 2 teaspoons black sesame seeds

Ingredients

• 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 3/4 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper
• 1 large sweet red pepper, halved and seeded
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 cups shredded reduced-fat Italian cheese blend, divided
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 can (12 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, drained
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 4 tablespoons imitation bacon bits, optional

Ingredients

• 2 small zucchini, sliced diagonally
• 1 Japanese eggplant, sliced diagonally
• 1 large sweet red pepper, sliced
• 2 slices red onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 4 ounces fresh goat cheese
• 4 wraps or flatbreads
• 4 cups fresh spinach

Ingredients

• 1 large head cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil or canola oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
• GORGONZOLA SAUCE:
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
• 4 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup canola or olive oil
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• Whipped cream and fresh mixed berries, for topping

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons marshmallow creme
• 2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut
• Ice cubes
• 1/3 cup cream of coconut
• 4 ounces silver tequila
• 2 ounces lime juice
• 1 tablespoon agave nectar
• 1 ounce triple sec
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 4-in. cocktail skewers
• 2 Peeps rabbits

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 1/4 cup 2% milk
• 1 cup steel-cut oats
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Optional: Chopped apples, maple syrup and ground cinnamon

Ingredients

• BLUEBERRY SIMPLE SYRUP:
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• COCKTAIL:
• Ice cubes
• 2 ounces gin
• 1/2 ounce lime juice
• 1 ounce blueberry simple syrup
• 4 ounces tonic water
• Garnishes: blueberries, lime wedge, fresh mint sprig

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup finely chopped pistachios
• 1/2 cup huckleberry jam
• Additional chopped pistachios and confectioners' sugar, optional

Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are chemicals that give Teflon its nonstick surface. PFAS appear in thousands of common items and have been linked with an increased risk of cancer, immune system issues and obesity, according to the National Institute of Environmental Health Services. States around the country have started to take action.

What’s the issue with PFAS?

PFAS is a term used to describe thousands of synthetic chemicals that have been used in consumer products since the 1950s. The term “synthetic” means that the chemicals are human-made and don’t occur naturally in the environment. PFAS are often referred to as forever chemicals because their molecules are strongly linked together and will not break down over time.

Most of us are exposed to PFAS every day through our drinking water, food and things around our homes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates nearly all people in the United States have PFAS present in their blood.

The type of PFAS used in cookware is called PTFE, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not found that these types of chemicals are unsafe. However, we do know that these chemicals are bioaccumulative, which means that they build up in our bodies over time.

Poison Control advises using caution when cooking with nonstick pans made with Teflon because of the risk of “Teflon flu.” Polymer fume fever, commonly called the Teflon flu, can occur when you breathe in burning polymer products like Teflon. Teflon cookware with scratches or chipping can release chemicals into the air during cooking. Breathing in the smoke from these chemicals may cause flu-like symptoms, including headache, chills, fever and body aches. While humans usually feel better after a day or two, Teflon flu can be fatal for pet birds.

Will I be able to find other nonstick pans?

Teflon cookware has been popular for years because it prevents food from sticking and makes cleanup easy. Alternatives to Teflon cookware include cast-iron skillets, stainless steel and ceramic cookware.

Cast-iron skillets are incredibly durable and can safely withstand high temperatures. However, they can be intimidating for newbies, and the cleanup isn’t as quick as with Teflon. However, they’re a favorite among chefs for a reason. Stainless steel cookware can also handle high temps without breaking down.

For Teflon lovers, ceramic cookware may be your new go-to. Its slippery surface means food slides right off. And because it doesn’t break down in high heat, it’s safe to use for any skillet recipes.

What will happen in other states?

It’s hard to predict how many other states will follow Minnesota with PFAS cookware bans. The states that have already announced phase-outs of PFAS cookware include Colorado, Connecticut, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont.

A group called the Cookware Sustainability Alliance is suing Minnesota over the cookware ban. This group has successfully prevented bans in other states, so we’ll stay tuned and share updates as we learn them.

The post Minnesota Just Banned ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Cookware—Here’s Why It Matters appeared first on Taste Recipes.

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups 2% milk
• 2 tablespoons raw cacao powder
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Miniature marshmallows, optional

Ingredients

• 8 large eggs, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 finely cup chopped green pepper
• 1/2 cup diced fully cooked ham
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 can (13-2/3 ounces) coconut milk
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained, optional
• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Hot cooked basmati rice
• Lime wedges, optional

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose baking flour (without xanthan gum)
• 1/3 cup baking cocoa
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 7 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Ingredients

• 30 ounces white vanilla-flavored melting wafers
• Gel food coloring (3 colors)
• Assorted sprinkles in pastel colors
• Chocolate Easter eggs, Easter M&M candies, marshmallow Peeps, pretzel pieces, bunny-shaped graham crackers, jelly beans, for topping

Ingredients

• 1 whole rotisserie chicken
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 medium carrots, chopped
• 3 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
• 1-1/4 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 12 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley