Irish Soda Bread

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In some classic Irish soda bread recipes the buttermilk is replaced with yogurt or stout. Knead just enough to form a ball so that your bread stays tender–more like a biscuit than bread.

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Herb Roasted Turkey

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Turkey doesn’t need any help to be delicious, of course, but if you’re looking to kick your culinary game up a very simple notch this Thanksgiving, this is your recipe. The flavor of the oranges shines through with special brilliance, playing off the earthiness of the herbs and savory onions. A wine and paprika rub, […]

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Halibut with Cilantro Pesto

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Richly flavored pesto is the flavor star of this simple fish dish. Earthy walnuts play against vibrant cilantro and tangy lime for a well-rounded experience for your palate that will work well with any firm white fish. Use this as an excuse to try new local fish offered fresh from your fish market. Tip: When […]

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Grilled Flank Steak Salad with Roasted Corn Vinaigrette

Grilled Flank Steak Salad with Roasted Corn VinaigretteThree Guiding Stars iconThree Guiding Stars indicate the best nutritional value.

Sweet roasted corn is the star of this meal, bringing a touch of smoky flavor to the salad and a touch of sweetness to the vinaigrette. The flavors of oregano and cilantro are quite powerful–if those aren’t your favorite herbs, switching in classic basil would provide another equally scrumptious option.

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Toasted Spice Eggplant

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You can either grill or broil the eggplant in this complex and delicious dish–don’t let the absence of grilling weather slow you down!  The rich, Indian spices are quickly toasted in a large frying pan to develop and deepen their flavors.

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Creamy Polenta with Roasted Red Pepper Coulis

Creamy Polenta with Roasted Red Pepper CoulisOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Coulis is a thick sauce made from pureed vegetables or fruit and used on meat, vegetable dishes or as a soup base. In this recipe, the coulis is stirred into the polenta and then baked until firm and cut into wedges.

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Mushroom & Sun-Dried Tomato Couscous

Mushrooms & Sun-Dried Tomato CouscousTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

The great thing about couscous is how fast it cooks. Just throw it into some boiling liquid, remove from heat and let it set for 5 minutes. So easy. Try to find whole grain couscous if you can.

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Chicken & Sweet Potato Stew

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Chicken, sweet potatoes, rosemary, and garlic…is your mouth watering yet? It should be. With the help of your trusty slow cooker, this rich, hearty stew could not be easier.

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