Farfalle with Fresh Tomato Sauce

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This is a simple, no-cook, fresh tomato and basil sauce served over farfalle. It’s easy and perfect for eating al fresco on a warm night when the garden is full of tomatoes. If farfalle’s not your cup o’ noodles, go for the pasta shape you prefer.

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Dilled Carrots

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This quick and easy recipe goes great with any meal as a tasty side dish. If you have a little bit of lemon zest or lemon juice, try them in place of the lemon pepper for a fresher flavor.

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Applesauce Oatmeal for One

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Oatmeal is always a warm, nutritious start to a cold, wintery day. This one is sweetened with applesauce and cinnamon. Shelf-stable ingredients make this a smart choice for cooking for your pantry.

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Cucumber-Avocado Salsa

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If you want the crunch and heat of a good salsa, but aren’t a fan of tomatoes, this might be the salsa for you.  The three jalapeños make this dip quite zippy.  

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Cran-Broccoli Slaw

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This is a festive looking, mayonnaise-free slaw that you can make ahead of time. The dressing is sweetened with a little maple syrup and balsamic vinegar and gets some zip from dijon mustard and lemon zest.

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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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Chickpea & Red Onion Salad

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This salad comes together very quickly and would be just as tasty with any of your favorite herbs if you don’t have parsley–cilantro or basil would work particularly well. Because the dressing is all in the chickpeas and onions, this is a great lunch salad–pack your lettuce and chickpea mix separately and combine when you’re […]

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Chicken Satay

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Add a little spice to your meal with this Indian-influenced kebab. Be sure to prepare ahead to give yourself a long enough marinating time. Serve with warm flatbreads or rice. Tip: Try including some veggies! Marinate them in a second batch of the same sauce and cook on their own kebabs (4-5 minutes per side). Onion, […]

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