Glazed Carrots

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Glazed carrots are a well-loved tradition for weekend dinners and holidays. This version uses 100% juice in place of more processed sugars for a sweet-tart option that will delight your taste buds. Tip: If you don’t want to slice carrots, use baby carrots and cover for the first 10 minutes of the cooking process.

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Savory Sweet Stir-Fry

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Grapes and cabbage might seem like unusual partners for a savory dinner dish, but they work beautifully together with the aromatics to produce a rich flavor. If you’ve got grapes and cabbage waiting to be used up, this is a great dish for making sure they don’t go to waste.

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Greek Salad Pita Pockets

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This recipe creates a refreshing, satisfying and healthy lunch! You can eat these salad pockets as their own meal, or you can use the salad and dressing to top your favorite falafel recipe.

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Fruited Rice Pilaf

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Whoever thought of putting rice and fruit together is a genius. This dish is a delicious accompaniment to a whole range of meals.

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Green Bean Casserole with Caramelized Onions

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Green bean casserole is a holiday favorite. The traditional versions are often packed with processed foods that are high in sodium and saturated fat. This version requires a little more effort, but the flavor it delivers goes well above and beyond many of the simpler “back of the can” recipes.

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Grilled Chicken Tenders with Cilantro Pesto

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Cilantro makes an excellent alternative to basil in forming a pesto that works well with Asian flavors like sesame and soy sauce. Serve this chicken over brown rice with your favorite grilled veggies.

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Chicken Kebabs with Asian Spice Paste

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A moist spice rub acts as a thick marinade in this recipe to produce deeply flavorful, moist chicken that can be readily served with your favorite vegetable dishes.

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Quinoa Stuffed Peppers with Pesto

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This dish is healthy, tasty, and easy to prepare. Pesto flavors the quinoa to pair perfectly with the roasted sweetness of the red peppers. If desired, garnish with a few extra pistachios for a little crunch.

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