Southwestern Rice Salad

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Rice salads make excellent lunches. The hearty grains absorb flavors as they sit in the fridge and don’t get soggy as green salads can. This simple flavor profile is easy to make from pantry ingredients. Tip: Cooling rice properly before storing is important for food safety, so don’t skip the step of spreading the rice […]

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Weeknight Shakshuka

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Shakshuka is a popular dish in the Middle East. Richly spiced tomato sauce is used to poach eggs. The dish is often served with a flatbread such as lavash.

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Fish Taco Bowls

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Fish tacos are delicious, but if we’re being honest, dealing with the finger food isn’t always appealing. That and, if you dislike corn and whole wheat tortillas, keeping your grains whole in a taco situation is unsatisfying. The solution to both problems? Make it a bowl.  

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Baked Oatmeal Cups

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These little cups are the champs of make-ahead breakfast foods. Mix up a big batch at the beginning of the week and keep them in the fridge for an easy reheat option for breakfast or snacks. They’re definitely better warm as the texture is that of baked oatmeal, not of muffins. Toss in a little […]

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Spreadable Peaches

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This “cheater” jam uses a blender, gelatin, and canned peaches to produce a tasty spread that’s perfect for your favorite whole-grain toast.

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Quick & Peppy Pumpkin Soup

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Pumpkin is a beloved fall flavor, and it pairs wonderfully with some of the favorite flavors of Latin American cuisine, including corn and jalapeño. This soup comes together in very little time and will reheat perfectly for lunches throughout the week.

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Lentil & Macaroni Soup

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Lentils are a wonderful food to stock in your pantry. Using odds and ends of vegetables and canned tomatoes, this hearty soup comes together quickly. For the best leftovers, cook the macaroni separately and add per serving so it doesn’t go soggy in the fridge. Tip: If you can’t find tomatoes packed in puree at […]

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Quick Southwest Skillet

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Add some southwestern flair to your day with this quick and easy recipe! If you have leftovers, this dish also works well as a cold pasta salad, making it an excellent option for a cookout, a picnic or even just a nice cold lunch for the office. If you like a little more heat, serve […]

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