Chilled Corn Soup with Crab

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Corn and crab evoke the flavors of a summer. This chilled soup will refresh you on a muggy August night. Pair it with a crisp salad dressed lightly with a simple vinaigrette to add crunch and flavor contrast to the meal. Tip: Fresh corn will taste best in this recipe, but canned and frozen will […]

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Slow Cooker Plum-Glazed Pork

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Sunday dinner was never easier or more delicious with this fruit-drenched, sweet and tangy pork roast. Serve with side of brown rice for a complete meal to bring your family together for a lazy weekend meal.

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Cranberry Orange Sauce

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Drop the can opener and pick up a bag of cranberries. This simple and delightfully tart sauce is not only a delicious and less sugar-laden version of the beloved Thanksgiving relish, it’s also a beautiful addition to any holiday table.

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Mulled Cider

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Fresh cider is one of the joys we delight in during the chilly fall months, which means that it’s bound to make an appearance at parties from harvest time to New Year’s. Fortunately, it’s a treat that comes with little guilt. Dress it up for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or even Christmas for some responsible fun. Tip: […]

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Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

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Tomatillos, which are related to tomatoes but have their own special flavor and qualities, are astringent when raw, but gorgeously mellow when roasted. This salsa is the perfect fundamental recipe for learning how to cook with them.

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Green Tomato Relish

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This relish relies on apples to provide the sweetness that many relishes take from added sugar. Tart and spicy, it’s an excellent condiment to try anywhere you would use other relishes. This recipe makes a large amount, making it an excellent choice for gifting to friends in small jars during the harvest. Tip: Any tart […]

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Lentil & Chestnut Soup

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Fresh chestnuts are a treat only available during the winter holiday season in most regions, but canned are available year-round, making this soup a treat you can enjoy anytime. Fresh do substitute well for canned if you can get them! Tip: If you don’t have an immersion blender, allow the soup to cool and puree […]

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Couscous & Fruit Salad

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Fresh berries and nectarines are available in the summer, making this a seasonal salad for most of us. Don’t let the weather hold you back! Any fruit you can get your hands on will work with this concept. Citrus, pineapple, apples … let the seasonal options at the grocery store be your guide.

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