Turkey and Bean Chili
Fruity and mild, the poblano pepper gives this chili flavor but not a lot of heat. Serve this one-pot dish with a wedge of cornbread for a warming weeknight supper.
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Spicy Honey-Brushed Chicken Thighs
One of the most popular Cooking Light chicken recipes, these sweet and spicy grilled chicken thighs are flavored with chili powder, cumin, garlic and cider vinegar.
Grilled Peaches and Pork
Pairing peaches with succulent pork is the ultimate summer supper. Balsamic vinegar and turbinado sugar bring out the sweetness of the peaches, while grilling the fruit caramelizes the sugars.
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Blackened Grilled Flank Steak
Grilled steak is a favorite summer dish. Serve with grilled corn with lime butter and a simple salad of field greens and cherry tomatoes.
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Blackened Grilled Flank Steak
Grilled steak is a favorite summer dish. Serve with grilled corn with lime butter and a simple salad of field greens and cherry tomatoes.
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Crab and Grilled Corn Salad
Serve this end-of-summer salad over crisp lettuce leaves for a light yet hearty dinner that's less than 250 calories.
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Penne with Sausage, Eggplant, and Feta
Meaty breakfast sausage, earthy eggplant, and zesty feta complement each other in this hearty pasta dish.
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Chicken Kebabs with Creamy Pesto
Use the vegetables you have on-hand with chunks of protein-rich chicken for a 20-minute family-friendly meal.
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Herbed Pork with Sauteed Wild Mushrooms
Serve over brown rice to soak up the mushroom sauce, or with instant polenta and Parmesan cheese. If you don't have steak seasoning - a blend of black pepper, crushed red pepper, salt, and garlic - use 1 teaspoon of cracked black pepper.
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Chicken Stuffed with Spinach, Feta, and Pine Nuts
This chicken recipe is filled with Mediterranean flavors and pairs well with couscous. Use mozzarella or provolone for a milder kid's dish.
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Cumin, Honey, and Mint-Marinated Lamb Chops
A traditional lamb and mint combination is taken to the next level with balsamic vinegar and honey. The natural sugar in the honey helps the chops caramelize on the grill.
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Chicken, Carrot, and Cucumber Salad
Serve this chunky salad with pita wedges or pita chips. Purchase pita chips or make your own by spraying pita wedges with cooking spray, sprinkling them with a little shredded Parmesan cheese, and baking them at 400° for about 10 minutes.
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Prosciutto, Fresh Fig, and Manchego Sandwiches
Prosciutto and fresh figs are a classic Italian combination. Here, along with the cheese and jam, they create a sweet-savory sandwich that's simple yet memorable.
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Spicy Orange Beef
Orange juice, crushed red pepper, and sesame oil add allure to this saucy Chinese entrée. A side of sliced cucumbers dressed with rice vinegar and a pinch of sugar would offer a good balance for this spicy meal.
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Lemon-Basil Chicken with Basil Aioli
A side of egg noodles complement the fresh lemon and basil flavors of this guest-friendly entrée.
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Pasta with Fresh Tomato-Basil Sauce
Though we paired this chunky sauce with fettuccine, it would also be nice with short pasta shapes, like penne, gemelli, or farfalle. For a more dramatic presentation, use multicolored cherry tomatoes, or a combination of cherry and pear (or teardrop-shaped) tomatoes.
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Barbecued Flank Steak Sandwiches
Add smoky heat to this quick barbecue sauce with a dash of chipotle chile powder. Look for it in the spice section at the supermarket.
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Teriyaki Pork and Vegetables with Noodles
The sweet-savory flavor of teriyaki sauce is a centuries-old mixture of soy sauce and mirin (sweet cooking wine). Over time, Japanese Americans added ginger, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and green onions, elements of the bottled teriyaki sauce Americans know today.
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Sirloin Steak and Pasta Salad
Salt-free garlic-pepper seasons juicy steak. We recommend using sirloin, but using flank steak works great, too.
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Gnocchi with Shrimp, Asparagus, and Pesto
Give pasta a break and try gnocchi instead. The potato dumplings paired with fresh ingredients make for a healthy, comforting meal.
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Broiled Salmon with Marmalade-Dijon Glaze
Although quick enough for a hectic weeknight, this dish will impress guests. Serve with salad and roasted potatoes.
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Beef Lettuce Wraps
Fill crisp lettuce leaves with sliced flank steak topped with a zesty sauce made from lime juice, brown sugar, and minced pepper. Soba noodle salad complements the meaty wraps and brings another texture to the plate.
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Grilled Chicken and Tomato Salad
This salad recipe may sound ordinary, but you�ll think otherwise once you taste the fresh produce and flavorful goat cheese in every bite.
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BBQ Chicken Pizza
Online reviews raved about the contrast of flavors provided by tangy tomato chutney, savory chicken, and sharp cheddar cheese. If you can't find tomato chutney, make your own using the recipe provided, or use store-bought barbecue sauce.
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Pan-Fried Sole with Cucumber and Tomato Salsa
This simple pan-fried fish is brightened with a mild but colorful fresh salsa. Any variety of sole or flounder will work in this recipe - try lemon sole or butter sole.
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Farfalle with Sausage, Cannellini Beans, and Kale
Use a vegetable peeler to shave fresh Parmesan cheese on top of this rustic pasta dish.
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Mozzarella, Ham, and Basil Panini
A few special ingredients--like freshly baked ciabatta bread or imported Dijon mustard--make a quick, simple sandwich seem like a treat.
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Kung Pao Shrimp
High in protein and low in calories, this classic Asian shrimp dish is fresh, spicy, and on the dinner table in no time.
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Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad
The creamy dressing mellows the heat from the chiles—and best of all, it can be prepared in less than 30 minutes.
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