5-Ingredients or Less: September 2011
Grilled Flank Steak with Onions, Avocado, and Tomatoes
Instead of grilling burgers this weekend, go for something a little more adventurous like this flank steak with fresh veggies.
Grilled Flank Steak with Onions, Avocado, and Tomatoes Recipe
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Cucumber Salad
This easy Asian-inspired cucumber salad recipe is a great way to enjoy summer's harvest.
Cucumber Salad Recipe
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Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
Double your pork pleasure with both tenderloin and bacon. It's a great choice for carefree entertaining.
Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin Recipe
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S'mores Ice Cream Sandwiches
Get a double dose of chocolate and marshmallow by layering traditional s'mores with a scoop of rocky road ice cream.
S'mores Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe
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Baby-Back Ribs
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Poppy Seed Chicken Salad
Go tropical and substitute chopped pineapple for the grapes and macadamia nuts for the pecans.
Poppy Seed Chicken Salad Recipe
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Pasta with Ricotta and Edamame
Edamame and two types of cheese provide the protein in the meatless pasta main dish.
Pasta with Ricotta and Edamame Recipe
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Warm Steak Salad with Marinara Sauce
In this restaurant-style meal, the heat of the steaks melts the fresh mozzarella and the greens add a peppery bite.
Warm Steak Salad with Marinara Sauce Recipe
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Jalapeño Shrimp
Marinate shrimp overnight in a mixture of pickled jalapeños, lime juice, and cilantro.
Jalapeño Shrimp Recipe
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Beet and Arugula Salad
Kefalotyri is a hard, salty Greek cheese, but you can also use Parmigiano-Reggiano in this colorful starter salad.
Beet and Arugula Salad Recipe
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Roasted Tilapia with Orange-Parsley Salsa
All parts of the orange—juice, rind, and pulp—flavor the quickly cooked fish.
Roasted Tilapia with Orange-Parsley Salsa Recipe
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Pork Chops with Ancho Chile Rub Ancho
Ancho chile powder, made from dried poblano peppers, adds a mild heat, which is mellowed by the sweetness of the preserves in the glaze.
Pork Chops with Ancho Chile Rub Ancho Recipe
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Broiled Salmon with Peppercorn-Lime Rub
Lime rind and peppercorns offer just the right flavor accents for succulent salmon.
Broiled Salmon with Peppercorn-Lime Rub Recipe
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Root Beer Floats
Enjoy a bit of nostagia with a root beer float for a snack or quick dessert.
Root Beer Floats Recipe
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Pulled-Pork Sandwiches
The slow cooker yields tender meat that's just right for these pulled-pork sandwiches.
Pulled-Pork Sandwiches Recipe
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Ricotta Omelet with Swiss Chard
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Oven-Roasted Tomatoes with Goat Cheese
It's very cool to make your own dried tomatoes and serve them with goat cheese and rosemary sprigs.
Oven-Roasted Tomatoes with Goat Cheese Recipe
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Spinach-Grape Chopped Salad
Grapes and feta cheese provide a sweet-savory balance for this simple spinach salad.
Spinach-Grape Chopped Salad Recipe
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Maple-Balsamic-Glazed Pork Medallions
Balsamic vinegar and maple syrup combine for a sweet-tart sauce, and the Dijon mustard adds a savory note.
Maple-Balsamic-Glazed Pork Medallions Recipe
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Halibut Meunière
Flavor the fish with a light butter sauce accented with fresh lemon juice and parsley for dish that's definitely company worthy.
Halibut Meunière Recipe
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Ginger and Thyme–Brined Pork Loin
Marinating for a day in brine infuses the loin with subtle sweetness and makes the meat juicy.
Ginger and Thyme–Brined Pork Loin Recipe
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Sun-Dried Tomato Spiced Shrimp
Marinate the shrimp for two hours in a mixture of pureed sun-dried tomato, cilantro and curry paste for maximum flavor.
Sun-Dried Tomato Spiced Shrimp Recipe
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Fennel-Rosemary-Crusted Lamb
A handful of well-chosen ingredients yields an impressive entrée.
Fennel-Rosemary-Crusted Lamb Recipe
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Boiled Peanuts
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Slow-Roasted Roast Beef
Cook a rib roast the easy way--in a slow cooker with some salt, pepper, garlic and oregano.
Slow-Roasted Roast Beef Recipe
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Stuffed Smoked Pork Chops
Fill bone-in chops with a mixture of Gruyere cheese and Dijon mustard for the easiest stuffed pork chops ever.
Stuffed Smoked Pork Chops Recipe
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Balsamic Pork with Shallots
This dish is reminiscent of bistro-style steak with shallot sauce. Serve with rice, egg noodles, or roasted potatoes.
Balsamic Pork with Shallots Recipe
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Sweet-Potato Chips
These chips are similar to sweet potato fries but are coated in a breadcrumb and Parmesan cheese mixture for extra flavor. Serve as an appetizer or as a side dish with meats or sandwiches.
Sweet-Potato Chips Recipe
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Easy Ice Cream Cake
It's like magic to turn basic ice cream sandwiches into an impressive frozen dessert.
Easy Ice Cream Cake Recipe
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Beef Tenderloin with Mustard and Herbs
Offer this elegant but easy beef tenderloin meal the next time you entertain.
Beef Tenderloin with Mustard and Herbs Recipe