Rotini Florentine

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Speedy and using nothing you can’t store in a freezer or pantry, this recipe is the perfect trick to keep tucked up your sleeve for impossibly busy nights. To round it out as a meal, add leftover chicken or a can of white beans.

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Balsamic Chicken over Spinach

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A simple marinade of balsamic vinegar and garlic take your average chicken and elevates it to a brand new level of flavor. To round out the meal, add your favorite fruit to the spinach and serve with whole-grain bread.

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Light Valencia Paella

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Paella is a Valencian dish that varies wildly from chef to chef, finding its roots in the etymology of the word, which implies a dish cooked in a single pan. The core of the dish is rice, vegetables, and meat, making it a nutritious tradition that’s easy to modify for your family’s tastes. Tip: When […]

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Chicken Mushroom Skillet

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Relying on leftover chicken and frozen veggies, this skillet can come together in no time flat. The broth turns into a thicker sauce as it cooks the noodles, leaving you with a delicious meal and minimal cleanup.

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Roasted Veggie Bowl

Roasted Eggplant BowlThree Guiding Stars iconThree Guiding Stars indicate the best nutritional value.

This is a very basic healthy dish that can be easily modified with your favorite salt-free seasoning blends to give you some quick and easy meals with a bit of variety throughout the week. Try tossing it with your favorite Guiding Stars-rated pasta sauce or add in some fresh chopped tomatoes with a bit of […]

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Penne with Shrimp Salad

Penne and Shrimp SaladTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

Two simple dishes, one balanced meal! Enjoy a small portion of your favorite pasta and sauce with a robust serving of leafy greens and shrimp for an easy dinner packed with flavor. Made with grab-n-go items that come together quickly, this is a perfect meal to have ingredients on hand for in case of a […]

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Pepper Chicken Stir Fry

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Made with frozen veggies and leftover chicken, this easy stir-fry is a perfect meal for getting the most out of kitchen staples and leftovers. If you have different veggies that need using, grab those instead and get creative!

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Grilled Chicken Pita

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Grilling brings out the best flavor and texture in eggplant, making it an excellent companion to chicken in this simple summer sandwich. Serve with a seasonal greens salad to round out the rainbow of vegetables more fully, and while you’ve got the grill out, toss some sweet peaches on there for a nutritious, luscious dessert.

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