Corn Chowder

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Warm up your chilly autumn nights with hearty corn chowder. Add more vegetables if you like more chunks in your chowder. Pair with some whole-grain biscuits and a light salad for a satisfying meal.

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Tuscan Salad with Feta Vinaigrette

Tuscan Salad with Feta VinaigretteOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Feta can add a lot of salty flavor, making it a great ingredient to include in a salad dressing. If you prefer little chunks of feta in your dressing, you can whisk together the dressing instead of pureeing it.

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Chickpea Pasta Salad with Oranges

Chickpea Pasta Salad with OrangesThree Guiding Stars iconThree Guiding Stars indicate the best nutritional value.

Bright citrus brings a refreshing flavor to this less traditional pasta salad. Chickpeas hold up nicely in the fridge if you need to store it. For the best texture, choose your favorite in-season citrus. Clementines or blood oranges would be excellent in place of navel oranges at the right time of year.

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Chickpea Hummus (without Tahini)

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Cilantro and cumin give this hummus a decidedly southwestern spin. Serve it with whole grain tortilla chips or, better yet, fresh veggies for some excellent snacking. Garnish with a splash of hot sauce for a little extra color and to punch the flavor up a notch. Tip: If you need to make this in a […]

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California Coleslaw

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A delicious variation on a traditional dish, this easy coleslaw uses Dijon and dill to bring pep to your crunchy cabbage side. Make ahead by a day or two for the best flavor.

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California Avocado Tacos

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A fantastic, vegetarian taco that’s both delicious and healthy! If you need more protein in your taco, consider adding cooked chicken, fish, or beans to the pepper and onion mixture. Tip: This recipe doesn’t need a lot of jalapeño. If you find yourself with most of a pepper leftover, mince and freeze the rest in teaspoon-sized […]

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Butternut Squash with Black Beans

Butternut Squash with Black BeansThree Guiding Stars iconThree Guiding Stars indicate the best nutritional value.

Nutritious can taste incredible, which is proven with this delicious side dish! Black beans add extra protein and texture to a creamy, flavorful variation on squash.

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Broccoli Rabe & Orzo Salad

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If broccoli rabe is hard to find in your local store, substitute any dark, leafy green. Mustard or dandelions would be particularly nice, as a slightly bitter green is exactly what the tangy lemon and salty feta want to create a complete flavor profile to top the simple orzo.

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