5-Ingredient Recipes

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Ribs McCoy

Easiest ribs ever. We promise.

Ribs McCoy Recipe

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Banana-Coconut Ice Cream

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr

Break out of the vanilla box when you make homemade ice cream this holiday.

Banana-Coconut Ice Cream Recipe

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Steamed Lobster with Parsley Emulsion

Becky Luigart-Stayner

If this is your first time cooking a whole lobster, this steaming method is easy, and you don't have to handle the live lobster.

Steamed Lobster with Parsley Emulsion Recipe

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Smoky Peppered Pork Tenderloins

Photo: Jan Smith

Try this high-flavor, low-fat pork option for your 4th of July cookout.

Smoky Peppered Pork Tenderloins Recipe

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Tomato and Cucumber Salad

Photo: Karry Hosford

Cool, crunchy, refreshing, and simple to make, this side salad is ideal for picnics and family reunions.

Tomato and Cucumber Salad Recipe

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TennTucky Blackberry Cobbler

Make an amazing fruit cobbler with staples you already have in your pantry.

TennTucky Blackberry Cobbler Recipe

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Jalapeño-Basil Pork Chops

William Dickey

Perk up your pork chops with pepper jelly and garden-fresh basil.

Jalapeño-Basil Pork Chops Recipe

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Sauteed Scallops with Parsley and Garlic

A simple butter sauce seasoned with salt, pepper, parsley, and garlic lets the delicate flavor of these scallops really shine.

Sauteed Scallops with Parsley and Garlic Recipe

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Pink Lemonade-Lime Dip

Serve this tart dip with fresh fruit for a healthy snack or with sugar cookies for an easy dessert.

Pink Lemonade-Lime Dip Recipe

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Mojo-Marinated Chicken

Get your mojo on by marinating chicken in a mixture of Spanish mojo sauce and enchilada sauce.

Mojo-Marinated Chicken Recipe

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Espresso Slushy

Photo: Charles Maraia

Get your caffeine fix in frozen form today.

Espresso Slushy Recipe

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Dijon Potato Salad

Photo: David Prince

A jar of coleslaw dressing is the secret ingredient in this super-easy potato salad.

Dijon Potato Salad Recipe

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Chili-Lime Grilled Corn

Grill corn in the husks to keep it moist and tender, then slather on chili-lime flavored butter.

Chili-Lime Grilled Corn Recipe

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Grilled New York Steaks

Invite the neighbors over for a steak dinner that requires very little prep time.

Grilled New York Steaks Recipe

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Lamb Steaks with Herbes de Provence

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

A slice of Vidalia onion rounds out the plate and accents the lamb with its smoky sweetness.

Lamb Steaks with Herbes de Provence Recipe

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Grilled Teriyaki Shrimp Kebabs

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Enjoy an island-style dinner with shrimp-pineapple skewers flavored with a tasty teriyaki sauce glaze.

Grilled Teriyaki Shrimp Kebabs Recipe

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Couscous and Summer Vegetable Sauté

Photo: Jan Smith

Make the most of summer's corn and zucchini crop in this hearty side dish.

Couscous and Summer Vegetable Sauté Recipe

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Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes with Tarragon

Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

Summer tomatoes and fresh herbs are a must for this simple summer salad.

Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes with Tarragon Recipe

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Light and Crispy Pan-Fried Catfish

Here's a great way to duplicate the light and crispy taste of fried fish without the fat.

Light and Crispy Pan-Fried Catfish Recipe

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Fresh Corn Salad

Randy Mayor

Fresh sweet corn requires no cooking, which makes this a particularly appealing summertime side dish.

Fresh Corn Salad Recipe

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Lemon-Rosemary Chicken

Photo: Ryan Benyl; Styling: Stephana Bottom

Lemon, garlic and rosemary make ideal flavor partners for roasted chicken.

Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Recipe

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Salmon with Maple-Lemon Glaze

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Jan Gautro

Add tangy sweetness to salmon with a glaze of maple syrup and fresh lemon juice.

Salmon with Maple-Lemon Glaze Recipe

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Peaches with Cava and Lemon Verbena

Feature sweet summertime peaches in a simple and sophisticated dessert.

Peaches with Cava and Lemon Verbena Recipe

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Lamb Kebabs with Roasted Peppers

Photo: Charles Schiller; Styling: Stephana Bottom

Brighten grilled lamb kebabs with pieces of sweet red and yellow bell pepper.

Lamb Kebabs with Roasted Peppers Recipe

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Blackberry Smoothies

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

Make a fresh fruit smoothie for a quick breakfast or satisfying snack.

Blackberry Smoothies Recipe

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Fluffy Corn and Goat Cheese Omelet

Photo: Beatriz Da Costa

Add fresh corn and goat cheese to a basic omelet for a special breakfast or light dinner.

Fluffy Corn and Goat Cheese Omelet Recipe

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Rosemary Flatbread

Photo: Andre Baranowski

As long as you're grilling, you might as well grill some yummy bread to add to the menu.

Rosemary Flatbread Recipe

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Basic Grilled Steak

Lee Harrelson

All you need to add is salt and pepper and it's perfect.

Basic Grilled Steak Recipe

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Key Lime Frozen Yogurt

The tangy sweet frozen treat only has 3 ingredients. Add one more ingredient and get these cool ice cream sandwiches.

Key Lime Frozen Yogurt Recipe

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Pan-Fried Trout with Herb Salad