A generous side of fresh veggies makes hearty comfort food lighter. Super-succulent pork chops and roasted carrots are paired with vastly underrated cabbage to create a vibrant vegetable medley that is equal parts flavorful and nutritious. Aromatic caraway lends earthiness while apple jelly adds a sweet contrast to the finishing sauce. This meal is pretty enough […]
This quick-cooking dish offers a nice balance of savory and sweet tastes. Serve with a side of simple roasted Brussels sprouts for a special meal that’s full of fall flavors. Ingredients 4 (4-ounce) boneless center-cut loin pork chops, trimmed 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled blue cheese 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground […]
You can also serve the chicken patties with couscous tossed with golden raisins. Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1/3 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon Moroccan or Greek seasoning blend 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten 1 pound ground chicken 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind, divided 1 tablespoon olive […]
When it’s in season, I sometimes substitute thin, blanched, fresh asparagus for the sugar snap peas. Freshly squeezed lemon juice is essential to the flavor of this salad.” -Michael Ruggeberg, Aspen, CO Ingredients Chicken: 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 teaspoon salt 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless […]
Coriander has a lemon-sage flavor that complements the tuna and the fresh tomato sauce. Serve with a side of refrigerated potato wedges, roasted according to package instructions. Ingredients 4 (6-ounce) Yellowfin tuna steaks (about 3/4 inch thick) 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/8 teaspoon black pepper Cooking spray 1 1/2 cups chopped […]
Ingredients 2 (1-pound) pork tenderloins, trimmed 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon brown sugar 5 teaspoons lower-sodium soy sauce, divided 2 teaspoons fish sauce 1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger Cooking spray 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed 2 tablespoons fresh […]
Using the broiler lets you enjoy the taste of kebabs year-round; they are also great cooked on the grill. Serve over rice. Ingredients 1 pound boneless sirloin steak, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes 8 (1-inch) pieces yellow bell pepper (about 1 pepper) 8 small mushrooms (about 4 ounces) 8 (1-inch) pieces green onions (about […]
Serve this smoky, flavorful salmon with Roasted Asparagus with Dijon-Lemon Sauce. Ingredients 1 (15 x 6 1/2 x 3/8-inch) cedar grilling plank 1/4 cup maple syrup 2 tablespoons Cointreau (orange-flavored liqueur) 1 teaspoon grated orange rind 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 6 (6-ounce) salmon fillets (about 1 inch thick) […]
This satisfying entrée for one is good for any meal, from breakfast to dinner. Serve with fruit salad. Ingredients Cooking spray 2/3 cup frozen whole-kernel corn, thawed 1/2 cup chopped zucchini 3 tablespoons chopped green onions 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided 2 tablespoons water 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 3 large egg whites 1 large egg 2 […]
A tender omelet gains a salty boost from goat cheese without adding too much sodium. Serve with seedy whole-grain toast and fresh fruit for a hearty brunch. Ingredients 4 large eggs 1 tablespoon water 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon 1/4 […]