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Fettuccine Alfredo with Green Beans and Tapenade
I was on a quest to find some new pasta dishes that looked good, tasted delicious, and were a nice change of pace from the tomato sauce lexicon. And I wanted a pasta that was easy on the wallet and...
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Spinach Orzo Salad
An orzo salad studded with vegetables is always a terrific idea to add to pretty much any menu. This one is very simple, with barely wilted spinach adding color, nutrition, and freshness to the pasta....
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Summer Whole Grain and Vegetable Salad
This is a very vegetable-forward grain salad, which is how I like to make them. Whole grain salads can be a bit heavy, especially if you are using spelt, farro, or barley, which are pretty dense...
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Spicy Cole Slaw
In some parts of the country, a bowl of cole slaw is a matter of routine at a barbecue, cookout, tailgate, potluck, picnic, or other gathering. It seems to be more a part of the culinary fabric in the...
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Perfect Summer Gazpacho
If you want to taste summertime in a bowl, then look no further than this chilled soup. Gazpacho makes the very most of all of the vegetables that burst onto the scene with a vengeance towards the end...
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Cowboy Caviar
Sometimes you need a salad with substance and a salad that holds its presence on the table against whatever else might be there. This Southwest black bean, corn, and vegetable salad with a simple...
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How to Grill Peppers
Grilled bell peppers are one of the biggest joys of summer. Grilling makes peppers softer, smokier, sweeter, silkier, and a great partner to just about anything else you will throw on the grill that...
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Goat Cheese and Mushroom Quesadillas
A heap of sautéed mushrooms and some tangy goat cheese make a very savory (if not super authentic) quesadilla. If you love mushrooms, make sure to also check out my Mushroom and Chicken Quesadillas...
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Stewed Tomatoes
Old-fashioned stewed tomatoes are a dish all on their own — they don’t need to be mixed with anything to taste amazing! They are like a super chunky tomato sauce and can be served with chicken, fish,...
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Vegetarian Pasta Salad
A great pasta salad is a beautiful thing. It anchors a picnic, a potluck, or a buffet with aplomb. It’s portable, it’s flexible, and easily and often vegetarian (like this one!), so a great offering...
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