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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Spicy Peanut Green Beans

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A luscious, Asian-style peanut sauce is the perfect way to perk up green beans to take them from a simple side to a genuine treat. Make extra—they reheat nicely and make a fantastic snack.

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Mighty Mushroom Gravy

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Great gravy starts with umami, and mushrooms bring a flavor that pairs well with vegetarian and omnivore dishes alike. The earthy flavor of mushrooms bolsters the vegetable broth to make a gravy that will please all of your dinner companions.

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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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Middle Eastern Lentil Soup

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Red lentils are the fastest-cooking lentil, making this a great option for a quick dinner. Shorbat adas, as this soup is also known, is a staple food throughout the Middle East. The spices and vegetables in shorbat adas are commonly simple and variable. Use this recipe to help you use up little vegetable odds and […]

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Campfire Stew

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This hearty and simple soup comes from a tradition of Romani potage, which are stews designed to be cooked easily over an open fire. The delicious combination of spices reflects the cultural heritage of the traditionally itinerant Romani people, who originally set out towards Europe from northwest India. Serve this soup on its own, over […]

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Rice & Quinoa Dressing With Mushrooms & Kale

Rice & Quinoa Dressing With Mushrooms & KaleThree Guiding Stars iconThree Guiding Stars indicate the best nutritional value.

Sage and white wine bring the taste of Thanksgiving to this unique stuffing that beats traditional white-bread stuffing for nutritional value with two varieties of whole grain and wholesome greens. Flavored with a perfect balance of aromatic vegetables, this dish will bring a rich and wonderful flavor to your holiday table.

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Grilled Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

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If you haven’t tried to grill your sweet potatoes before then you are in for a treat. The grill caramelizes the sugars in the potatoes to form nice crusty grill marks over a soft interior.

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