Chicken Fusilli

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If you’ve got leftover chicken, canned tomatoes, and some pasta, you’ve got the makings of a meal. This recipe calls for fresh herbs, but dried work wonderfully too–just be sure to cut the measurements to a quarter if you used dried to avoid overpowering the dish.

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Holiday Everyday Punch

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Canned tart cherries are generally found in the canned fruit section at your grocery store. As they’re not generally a big seller, they’re usually on the top or bottom shelf. Frozen berries and cherries are perfect for this recipe. Thaw the fruit in the refrigerator overnight (in a bowl to collect the juices) and proceed […]

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Summer Smoothie

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You can make this treat any time of year, but it will be best in the summer when fresh strawberries and peaches are at their peak flavor. If you have kids at home, this is the perfect cool-down treat for them to help you make and enjoy. Tip: For an even colder treat, place your glasses […]

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Roasted Red Pepper and Chicken Wrap

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Next time you grill chicken, put on some extra to make these wraps for lunch the next day. Fresh basil would be delicious wrapped up here too, but it’s the roasted red pepper that really makes the meal.

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Pita Crisps

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These are way better than commercial pita chips and better for you. Only a teaspoon of oil is required here and you can mix and match different herbs and spices to complement the dip you’re using. Best eaten fresh.

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Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry

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Stir-fry has a lot of ingredients, but is fundamentally a pretty simple dish, which makes it a wonderful choice for cooking with kids. Put them to work measuring out the sauce ingredients and prepping vegetables to get everyone involved in making a lovely and delicious dish.

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Baked Sweet Potato Fries

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You can find sweet potato fries in just about any restaurant these days, but making them at home gives you the freshest flavor and complete control over your seasonings.

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Cocoa-Date Oatmeal

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A great way to start your day. You’ll love it for the nutrition, your kids will love the taste! The dates sweeten the oatmeal so you won’t need any added sugar.

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