Simple Seared Scallops

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Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside: searing is a simple cooking method that treats scallops exactly right. Serve these over a bed of seasonal greens and enjoy.

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Turkey & Bean Enchiladas

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A lively salsa will be sure to kick up the heat on this simple dish. Ground turkey provides a leaner option to ground beef with a flavor you’ll be eager to substitute in your other favorite recipes. Tip: Sour cream and salsa are common sides for enchiladas. Swap sour cream out for plain, non-fat Greek yogurt […]

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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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Jamaican Chicken Stew

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Jamaican cuisine is characterized by its rich use of spices and herbs, and especially the use of allspice in savory dishes for a sweet undernote to complex and well-balanced flavors. This curry-like stew is an easy introduction to this delicious approach to spicing up your food.

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Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken

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Traditional, simple, and delicious, this recipe uses a classic poultry cooking technique called spatchcocking, or butterflying, to open the chicken up. It’s a good technique to learn, because it lets you roast a whole chicken in under an hour! Tip: While the chicken is cooking, roast a pan of your favorite veggies on the lower […]

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Poblano, Mango & Black Bean Quesadillas

Poblano, Mango & Black Bean QuesadillasOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Sweet, exotic mango complements spicy chili to bring an enticing depth of flavor to a simple quesadilla. Avocado and black bean bring healthful fat and protein to the dish for a meal that will keep you satisfied.

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Lentil Barley Soup

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Lentils and barley are both wonderful foods for improving the nutrition of your diet while reducing your environmental impact and spending less money on food. This filling soup brings the two together in the best possible way for a warming, flavorful meal you’ll be happy to eat again and again.

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Lentil Edamame Stew

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The fresh bright flavors of parsley and mint team up with the warmth of cumin and cinnamon for an herbally spiced tango of flavors that will delight your mouth. Eat with a spoon or scoop up with whole grain pita. Tip: Shelled edamame is usually easy to find with frozen vegetables.

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