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The activated charcoal trend has unfortunately come to an end in NYC. According to this article by Eater, the New York Department of Health announced this summer that the ingredient is banned from all food and drinks and has been for years actually. That means no more funky-looking black ice cream scoops, activated charcoal lattes or anything else foodie restaurateurs could use it in. That should take a toll on hipster hot spots throughout the city. 


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VIDEO: Chicken Quesadillas

These quick and easy chicken quesadillas are the perfect, last-minute family dinner!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup of tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup of chives, chopped
  • 1 tsp. of Mexican spice mix
  • 4 Tortillas
  • Cheddar
  • Salt, to taste

METHOD:

  1. Put shredded chicken breast, tomato sauce, chives, and mexican spice mix in a bowl and mix together.
  2. Lay out the tortillas. Place a slice of cheddar in the center, and cover with the chicken mix.
  3. Fold up tortillas, and heat in a frying pan until golden.
  4. Enjoy!