Quick & Peppy Pumpkin Soup

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Pumpkin is a beloved fall flavor, and it pairs wonderfully with some of the favorite flavors of Latin American cuisine, including corn and jalapeño. This soup comes together in very little time and will reheat perfectly for lunches throughout the week.

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Mustard Greens & Bulgur

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Jump back, Jack! You will not believe that something this good for you can taste so good. Serve it as the main dish with a small portion of lean protein such as poached tilapia for a robustly filling meal that will leave you happy with your choices for flavor and health. Walnut oil is a […]

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Sage Apple Skillet Chicken

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This recipe is the taste of fall in a savory meal. Juicy apples perfectly sauce tender chicken while red peppers play counterpoint to the flavor. Serve over a bed of steamed or braised greens or with a side of mashed sweet potatoes.

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Savory Millet Cakes

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This versatile side can work with a wide variety of meals. Whether with salad or lean meat, this filling dish is a great option to have on hand. Pairs great with your favorite Guiding Star-earning tomato sauce too!

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Seared Curried Chicken & Veggies

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Curry powder brings a little color and a lot of flavor to an otherwise simple stir-fry for a quick dinner that can be modified to use up whatever bits of veggies you have in the fridge. Serve hot over your favorite whole grain, such as brown rice or quinoa.

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Kale Salad with Roasted Winter Squash

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The trick to a phenomenal kale salad is all in the massage. That’s right: wash your hands well and get right in there. Massaging the simple dressing into the greens helps break up their hydrophobic (water resistant) surface to allow the flavor to penetrate deep while tenderizing the leaves to make a perfect bed for […]

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Scallops & Sweet Peas

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Scallops and peas are a perfect combination for a quick steamed dinner. If you can’t find pea sprouts, serve the peas and scallops over a bed of fresh mixed salad greens.

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Spicy Island Beef Kebabs

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Using sweet spices like allspice to flavor meat and veggies is a classic flavor profile of Jamaican cooking. Adding plantains to the kebab brings not only the spices but the vegetables of the Caribbean to your grill.

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