Spinach & Artichoke Dip

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You will not regret making this scrumptious dish a regular guest at your parties. It’s even easy enough to make surprise appearances in your snack routine. For the best texture, be sure to squeeze the spinach as thoroughly dry as you can, letting it rest for a few minutes in between squeezing to make sure […]

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Oven Fried Chicken Parmesan

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Chicken parmesan is a classic dish, a favorite comfort food, and surprisingly easy to adapt for a nutritious eating plan. Cooking the chicken in the oven, aside from being the easiest method for home cooks, also lets you get a crispy cutlet without the oil involved in deep frying.

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Sweet Potato-Turkey Hash

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If you’ve got guests for Thanksgiving, make this hash out of your turkey leftovers for a budget-smart brunch option that your guests will find to be a delightful treat.

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Strawberry Mint Spritzer

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This beautiful and refreshing drink is quickly puréed in a blender or food processor. You could freeze the strawberry mixture in ice cube trays and make slushies with the cubes later or in a popsicle mold for icy summer treats.

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Squash & Leek Lasagna

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The squash is grated and the leeks are sautéed and then layered with a creamy white sauce and whole wheat pasta for a dish that will revolutionize pasta night in your house. Tip: To toast pine nuts, cook in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 […]

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Roasted Red Pepper and Chicken Wrap

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Next time you grill chicken, put on some extra to make these wraps for lunch the next day. Fresh basil would be delicious wrapped up here too, but it’s the roasted red pepper that really makes the meal.

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Quinoa Risotto with Arugula & Parmesan

Quinoa Risotto with Arugula and ParmesanTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

Who said risotto was limited to just rice? We use quinoa here, but all the other usual suspects are present: onion, garlic, broth, and parmesan. Some arugula, mushrooms, and a carrot add some nutrients, flavor, and texture to the mix to round out this dish.

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