Old-Fashioned Fruit Crumble

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Use your favorite fruits to make this dessert your own–frozen berries are especially good. If you’re willing to freeze your ramekins, you can also cover them tightly before baking and store in the freezer. Bring up to room temperature to bake.

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Whole Wheat Pizza Dough

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Using all whole wheat flour makes a heavy dense crust. Here the whole wheat is combined with all purpose flour so you get the goodness of whole grain in a delicious crust with just the right texture.

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Muesli Breakfast Bars

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These bars make a perfect breakfast on the go—they a satisfying way to start the day. If you want to make them gluten-free, replace wheat germ with ground flax seeds.

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Lemon Basil Dressing

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This dressing can be used on your favorite green or potato salad or as a dip for bread or a marinade for fish or chicken. The fresh, summery flavors will pair well with just about anything.

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Lebanese Potato Salad

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Ditch the mayo and reach for fresh lemons the next time you make potato salad. Paired with mint (or your favorite herbs—tarragon or dill would be great alternatives), this variation on potato salad is light and refreshing.

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Garlicky Green Beans

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The green beans are quickly boiled until tender but still crispy and then submerged in an ice bath to stop the cooking process and keep them looking bright and green. Paired with the great flavors of garlic and herbs, these beans making a stunning side for any meal. Tip: If you want to make these […]

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Creole Black-Eyed Peas

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Spice up your fiber intake with these creole-style peas. Keep your eye on this as it simmers for 2 hours.  You may need to add water to keep the peas from drying out. It’s worth the wait and the effort.

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Country Potato Salad

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A little ham lends a smoky flavor to this salad. The lemon buttermilk dressing offers a nice departure from the usual mayonnaise laden salads. Use leftover roasted potatoes to bring this dish together quickly, with no fuss. Tip: You can get around buying buttermilk by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup […]

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