Peach, Strawberry & Pineapple Smoothie

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This is a cheerful blend of fruits that will help you kickstart your summer’s day! Planning tip: while strawberries and peaches are in season and when pineapple goes on sale, pick up a little extra and prep as instructed below. Store the extra in the freezer to enjoy that summer-fresh taste when the months get […]

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Hearty Chicken Posole

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Posole, also spelled “pozole,” is a Mexican dish which takes its name from the Nahuatl languages and their name for hominy, a product made by soaking dried corn in an alkaline solution. This traditional soup contains a few ingredients that are less commonly used in the northern United States, like hominy and tomatillos. They’re still […]

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Grilled Chicken With Corn Salsa

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Marinated chicken and salsa are an excellent pairing, especially for a big cookout, because you can make the salsa ahead and set the chicken up to marinate at the same time. The flavor of both components will improve with a night in the fridge, and having the chicken ready to throw on the grill will […]

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Grilled Chicken With Yogurt Marinade

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Yogurt is a fantastic base for a marinade. A little fat is required to carry flavor when you’re marinating, and plain, low-fat yogurt has enough fat to do the job while bringing its own delightful tanginess to a dish.

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Creamy Herb Hummus

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A generous helping of parsley gives this easy hummus a bright green color, but if the flavor of parsley isn’t your favorite, consider swapping in cilantro or basil instead. Either would place well with the rich garlic and lemon flavors, but if you go with basil, you might consider swapping the cumin with a little […]

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Curried Squash Soup

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This savory squash soup has an easy cilantro cream topping that dresses it up, enriching the sweet curried spices with the tang of sour cream. Tip: If you have an immersion blender, you don’t need to wait for the soup to cool. Just add the squash directly to the saucepan and process in place.

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Navy Bean & Sweet Potato Soup

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Using a rich flavor palette of vegetables, this simple, smooth bean soup tastes incredible. Tip: If you don’t have an immersion blender, blend in a regular blender in small batches, leaving the top cap off the cover and making sure not to fill the blender more than halfway. You can cover the top vent with […]

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Orange Smoothie

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The next time you’re craving a creamsicle, whip this dreamy orange treat up instead. Using whole fruit with added juice concentrate for sweetener and protein-heavy yogurt, it will keep you full longer while satisfying your sweet tooth. Tip: For a less pulpy version, try freezing the oranges before blending them. Freeze the mixture in popsicle molds for […]

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