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Christmas Socks Pizza

Christmas Socks Pizza

Celebrate the festive season with this unique, easy-to-make Christmas Socks Pizza. 
Perfect for holiday gatherings!

Ingredients

• 1 pizza dough
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• Pepperoni slices
• Green bell pepper, diced

Directions

1. Roll dough, cut into sock shapes.
2. Spread sauce, add cheese.
3. Decorate with pepperoni, bell pepper.
4. Bake in Ventray Convection Oven until golden.

Spicy Coconut Curry Pork Noodle Soup

Spicy Coconut Curry Pork Noodle Soup

This soup is the perfect mix of spicy, savory, and sour. The lime adds a bright pop of flavor, while the coconut milk makes it rich and creamy.

Ingredients

• 6-ounce Ramen Noodles

• 1 unit Chili Pepper

• 1 unit Lime

• 10-ounce Ground Pork

• 4-ounce Bok Choy & Napa Cabbage

• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder

• 1 unit Pork Ramen Stock Concentrate

• 1 unit Chicken Stock Concentrate

• 1 unit Veggie Pho Stock Concentrate

• 1 tablespoon Curry Powder

• 5.07-ounce Coconut Milk

Directions

1. Turn Ventray grill to high heat. Add ground pork and cook until browned, about 3 minutes.

2. Add garlic powder, curry powder, and chili pepper and cook for 1 minute.

3. Add chicken stock concentrate, veggie pho stock concentrate, and pork ramen stock concentrate to the grill.

4. Fill the grill with water according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

5. Add bok choy, napa cabbage, and lime.

6. Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and add to the soup.

7. Serve with coconut milk and enjoy!

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Ventray Oven: Hello Fresh Meals with a Kick

Ventray Oven: Hello Fresh Meals with a Kick

With Hello Fresh, you don’t have to spend a lot of time preparing the foods you’re cooking, and you can have a variety of fresh ingredients without going shopping. With Ventray Oven, you’ll be able to get healthy, nutritious, and delicious meals in 30 minutes. 

Don’t believe me? Check out the recipes listed below and try them out for yourself!

Zucchini Tomato Flatbreads

Zucchini & Tomato Flatbreads

About the cuisine

Each bite of these zucchini & tomato flatbreads with lemon ricotta, fresh herbs, honey & chili flakes will light you up with aromatic, spicy, and sweetness. This easy-to-make dish tastes super indulgent while remaining fairly balanced. 

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Chicken Parm Salad

Chicken Parm Salad

About the cuisine

Featuring crispy chicken tenders, fresh spinach, tender Yukon potatoes, and a variety of spices, this Chicken Parm Salad will deliver a great American-inspired experience.

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Oven-Roasted Salmon

Oven-Roasted Salmon

About the cuisine

This protein-rich salmon dish is packed with tangy fruit and zest and roasted in the oven for flaky tenderness. This tasty salmon recipe is the answer to busy nights and special occasions alike!

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Why Does Ventray Oven Cook Hello Fresh Meals Fast?

Ventray Oven is a countertop convection oven with a fan and exhaust system to circulate hot air around the oven cavity to cook foods evenly and quickly. Compared with a conventional oven, you’ll get better cooking results – crispy and browned on the outside and juicy on the inside by using convection cooking. It uses electricity, is much more portable, less expensive, and more energy-efficient than a full-sized built-in oven.

Ventray countertop convection oven designs a convection setting that activates convection heating functions. When the convection setting is on, you can utilize the benefits of your convection oven to cook your meals. When the convection setting is off, you can only use your convection oven like a conventional oven.

What Makes Ventray Countertop Convection Oven Stand out from Other Convection Ovens?

  • Owns 1700W cooking power and adopts spiral heating elements on its top and two tube heating elements on its bottom for fast and even cooking results.
  • Has a 25L/26QT large capacity, fitting for a 12-inch pizza, 4lb chicken, and 6 slices of bread. Supports multi-layer baking at the same time.
  • 12 cooking presets bread, cake, dehydrate, fries, wings, chicken, fish, steak, shrimp, donut, cookies, and pizza to make your homemade meals richer and healthier.
  • Heats up faster and cooks food in less time, consuming less energy and saving money.
  • Made of durable stainless steel, the internal wall is easy to clean, and the included removable crumb tray makes it easy to remove crumbs.
  • Measuring 16.2 x 15.7 x 15 inches, the oven saves space and moves easily from one place to another.
  • LED touch control panel with a digital display, wide time and temperature range control, and interior light will make cooking easier and more convenient.
  • Includes a baking rack, fry basket, and baking tray to meet different cooking needs.

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Oven-Roasted Salmon

Oven-Roasted Salmon

Oven-Roasted Salmon

Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 2

Ingredients

2-unit Skin-on Salmon (Contains Fish)
3-ounce Quinoa
1 unit Tangelo
1 unit Avocado
1 unit Veggie Stock Concentrate
2-unit Scallions
4-ounce Arugula
2 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar
2.5 tablespoon Olive Oil

Directions

  1. Preheat Ventray Oven to 400 degrees F. Bring 1 cup of water to a boil with the stock concentrate in a small pot over medium heat. Meanwhile, zest the tangelo, then peel it. Slice the tangelo into half-moons.
  2. Add the quinoa to the boiling water. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, until tender. Set aside. Place on a baking tray and roast in the oven for 8-10 minutes, until flaky and opaque.
  3. Halve, pit, and peel the avocado, then thinly slice. Thinly slice the scallion.
  4. Make the vinaigrette: mix the remaining tangelo zest with 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar and 2 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper in a large bowl. Toss the cooked quinoa with half the vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  5. Toss the arugula, tangelo segments, scallion whites, and avocado with the remaining vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve the arugula salad atop a mound of quinoa. Top with the salmon and sprinkle with scallion greens.

Chicken Parm Salad

Chicken Parm Salad

Chicken Parm Salad

Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 2

Ingredients

12-ounce Yukon Gold Potatoes
1/4 cup Panko Breadcrumbs (Contains Wheat)
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (Contains Milk)
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
12-ounce Chicken Breasts
3 tablespoon Sour Cream (Contains Milk)
1 unit Lemon
5-ounce Spinach
4 teaspoon Olive Oil
Salt & Pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat Ventray Oven to 400 degrees f. Cut potatoes into 3/4-inch cubes. Toss on a baking tray with a drizzle of olive oil and a large pinch of salt and pepper. Roast in oven until lightly browned and tender, tossing halfway through.
  2. Combine 1/4 cup panko, parmesan, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Mash with a rolling pin, mallet, or heavy-bottomed skillet until 1/2-inch thick. Season with salt and pepper. Repeat with remaining chicken breasts.
  4. Place chicken breasts on a lightly oiled baking sheet, and brush 2 tbsp sour cream on the top. Press crust mixture into sour cream. Bake in ventray oven until chicken is cooked through and crust is crispy.
  5. Halve lemon. Cut one half into wedges. In a large bowl, combine 1 tbsp sour cream, a large drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
    When potatoes are done, add to the bowl along with spinach and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Divide salad between plates and top with chicken. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over.

Zucchini & Tomato Flatbreads

Zucchini Tomato Flatbreads

Zucchini & Tomato Flatbreads

Total Time: 25 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Servings: 2

Ingredients

1 unit zucchini
1 clove garlic
4 ounce grape tomatoes
1 unit lemon
1 unit ricotta cheese (contains milk)
2 unit flatbreads (contains wheat)
1 unit green herb blend
1 teaspoon chili flakes
2 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2.5 teaspoon olive oil
salt
pepper

Directions

  1. Place a lightly-oiled baking tray on the middle rack and preheat Ventray Oven to 400 degrees F. 
  2. Thinly slice zucchini into half-moons. Halve tomatoes. Peel and mince or grate garlic. Zest and quarter lemon.
  3. Heat an olive oil drizzled large pan over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and cook, stirring, until lightly browned and softened. Season with salt and pepper. Turn off the heat.
  4. In a small bowl, combine tomatoes, and garlic, then drizzle olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. In another small bowl, combine half the lemon zest, 1/2 cup ricotta, 1/2 tsp olive oil, and lemon juice to taste. Season with salt and pepper. 
  5. Place flatbreads on prepared tray; spread lemon ricotta evenly on the flatbread; top with zucchini and tomatoes, cut sides up.
  6. Bake on the middle rack until flatbreads are golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Roughly chop the parsley leaves. Mince chives. 
  7. Once flatbreads are done, top with chopped parsley, chives, remaining lemon zest, and chili flakes to taste. Drizzle with honey, then slice into pieces.

8 Mother’s Day Dinner Ideas That Will Melt Her Heart

8 MOTHER’S DAY DINNER IDEAS THAT WILL MELT HER HEART

As Mother’s Day is fast approaching, here at Ventray Kitchen, we will show you some impressive Mother’s Day Dinner Ideas that you can cook to wow your mom or your favorite mom-like person.

Whatever mom’s favorite, we’ve covered just about any type of Mother’s Day dinner ideas you’re looking for: steak, salmon, chicken, salad or vegetarian recipes, and dessert. Now you just need to pick one or a few to spoil the special mom in your life by making her a lovely Mother’s Day dinner.

1. Grilled Moroccan Steak and Carrots

Serve up this grilled Moroccan steak sand carrots to really wow Mom on her special day. This grilled steak takes less than half an hour to cook. If you’re looking to make some high-quality dishes at home for Mother’s Day, be sure to try this recipe for your mom.

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2. Oven-Baked Salmon

Take a note from mom: Eating healthy is just as satisfying. Prove her point with this easy-to-make delicious oven-baked salmon dish.

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3. Grilled Stuffed Chicken

Chicken is one of the best proteins to use for your healthy dinner ideas. This Mother’s Day, add a little extra love and care to your cooking with this delicious stuffed chicken recipe. Nothing complements grilled chicken better than cheese, spinach, and dried tomatoes.

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4. Cayenne Grilled Eggplant with Fresh Tomato Salad

This colorful vegetarian meal brightens up the Mother’s Day dinner table with smokeless grilled eggplants, fresh juicy tomatoes, and cool and creamy yogurt.

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5. Roasted Cauliflower (Vegetarian)

Calling all vegan moms! This roasted cauliflower is easy to cook and a healthy vegetarian option, perfect for a Mother’s Day main course.

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6. Roasted Butternut Squash (Vegetarian)

This roasted butternut squash recipe is rich in nutrients and fibers. You will love this meat free vegetarian option from our list of Mother’s Day dinner ideas.

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7. Baked Apple Roses

Prepare something special on this special day for mom. She will love these baked apple roses and wow their gorgeous look and delicious taste.

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8. Chocolate Pecan Pie with a Bourbon Twist

Add chocolate and bourbon to a classic pecan pie for an impressive Mother’s Day treat. Mom will love this gooey filling with a chocolate fudge taste.

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How do I spoil my wife on Mother’s Day?

Mother’s Day gives you a chance to show the woman with whom you share your life just how much you appreciate her. Doing something special for your significant other on Mother’s Day will make her feel the love. In honor of Mother’s Day, here are 3 simple ways to get you started.

1. Do a thorough cleaning of the house
On Mother’s Day, the last thing your wife wants to think about is cleaning the messy house. Having a clean house on that day will make your wife happy. So, an easy way to show your wife appreciation is to do a thorough house cleaning alone the night before Mother’s Day.

2. Cook for your wife at home
Make sure your wife doesn’t have to think about every meal for Mother’s Day. You can prepare brunch and dinner yourself to make her feel the love. Try to make some delicious recipes to make her brunch, or dinner impressive on that day.

3. Surprise your wife with a unique and meaningful gift
Gifts are also a great way to show your significant other how much you love her, especially a unique and meaningful gift. For example, if your wife is a busy working mom, you can choose a countertop dishwasher for her to make her daily dishwashing hassle-free. If your wife is a new mom, you can choose a baby food processor that makes healthy homemade food for your child.

See More: Unique and Meaningful Mother’s Day Gifts for Every Kind of Mom

What cultures celebrate Mother’s Day?

Mother’s Day is a greatly honored celebration around the world, more than 50 countries around the world celebrate Mother’s Day, but not all of them do it on the same day. Countries that celebrate Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in May include Australia, Denmark, Finland, Italy, Switzerland, Turkey, and Belgium. In many parts of Mexico and Latin America, Mother’s Day is celebrated every year on May 10. In Thailand, August 12 is the current Queen’s birthday.

What do you do on Mother’s Day when your alone?

Some people will have the perfect Mother’s Day with bouquets of flowers, breakfast in bed, and a joyous family gathering. But that’s not what everyone’s Mother’s Day looks like. If you’re alone, don’t feel down about being alone this year, but find strength and celebrate yourself through using these strategies.

1. Take a weekend trip
2. Go shopping
1. Take a day off and do nothing
2. Treat yourself to a spa day
3. Go to the gym
4. Enjoy a solo meal
5. Get together with your girlfriends
6. Go to the movies
7. Go to a bar
8. Take a hobby class
9. Go fishing/hiking
10. Do some DIY items
11. Visit Museums
12. Be a volunteer
13. Go to the beach/parks

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Steamed Whole Fish

Steamed Whole Fish

Fish is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine. At Lunar New Year, when the family gets together to celebrate with fish, it has to be the Year of the Tiger Fish for good luck.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ to 2 pounds whole fish (snapper, sea bass, or striped bass)

• 3 slices fresh ginger

• 2 green onion stalks (optional for serving)

 

Sauce Ingredients:

• ¼ cup soy sauce (Kikkoman brand preferred)

• 1 tablespoon rice wine (mirin recommended) 

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil 

• ½ teaspoon sugar

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Directions

1. Thoroughly clean the fish by making 3 deep diagonal cuts on each side of the fish.

2. Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in VENTRAY electric grill over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-high and add ginger, green onion stalks, and three whole green onions (optional).

3. Gently lay the whole fish in the VENTRAY electric grill, making sure it is fully submerged. Cover and cook for 8 minutes.

4. Remove the fish from the water and set it aside to allow it to cool slightly before serving with sauce.

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Beef Wellington

Beef Wellington

Beef Wellington is an elegant dish that will make everyone think you’re a gourmet chef. This meal is perfect for any special occasion and will help you create the ideal meal to impress your friends and family. 

Ingredients

• 1 beef tenderloin (about 2 lbs), trimmed and cut into 6 equal portions

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 1/2 cups beef broth

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

• 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced

• 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed

• 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water

Directions

1. Preheat VENTRAY oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly dust beef with flour. Heat olive oil in VENTRAY electric grill over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until browned. Remove from heat and set aside.

2. In VENTRAY electric grill, add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook for 3 minutes or until tender.

3. Place puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 10×14-inch rectangle. Cut into 6 equal strips.

4. Place beef on puff pastry strips, dividing equally among them. Roll up each strip, enclosing beef inside. Pinch seams together to seal well.

5. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with egg wash and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. 

6. Serve immediately.

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Spicy Seafood Stew (Bouillabaisse)​

Spicy seafood stew (bouillabaisse)

This seafood stew is perfect for a chilly new year eve winter night. The spicy broth is packed full of shrimp, scallops, and mussels. It’s the perfect comfort food to warm you up from the inside out!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 onion, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes, undrained

• 3 cups chicken broth

• 1 bay leaf

• 1-pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1/2-pound scallops

• 1/2-pound mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves

• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in the VENTRAY electric grill over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, chili powder, smoked paprika, and tomatoes. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

2. Add chicken broth and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.

3. Add shrimp, scallops, mussels, parsley, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until seafood is cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.

4. Remove from heat and discard bay leaf before serving. 

5. Enjoy!

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