Category: Recipes

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Bacon and Butternut Pasta 11

Broth, thickened with flour and enriched with crème fraîche, forms the savory sauce in this dish. We like the earthy heartiness of kale, which helps balance the sweetness from the squash. You could also use Swiss chard, or for a more peppery bite, try substituting mustard greens. Ingredients 5 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled butternut squash […]

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Savory Baked Apples 10

Though pricier, Honeycrisp apples also hold their shape well when baked. Ingredients 2/3 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup uncooked brown rice 1/3 cup dried cranberries 1/3 cup apple cider 4 large Rome apples, cored 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, melted and divided 1 (4-ounce) link sweet Italian sausage, casings removed 3/4 cup finely chopped […]

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Apple and Rosemary Pork Roulade 9

Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil 3/4 cup prechopped onion 3/4 cup chopped Fuji apple 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary 1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Cooking spray 1/3 cup no-salt-added chicken stock (such as Swanson) 3 […]

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Pork Chops with Roasted Apples and Onions 8

Pork chops and apples make a perfect pairing for a quick meal that feels like fall. Ingredients 2 1/2 teaspoons canola oil, divided 1 1/2 cups frozen pearl onions, thawed 2 cups Gala apple wedges 1 tablespoon butter, divided 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, […]

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Butter-Pecan Mashed Sweet Potatoes 7

Ingredients 4 sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds) 1 1/2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons fat-free milk 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted How to Make It Step 1 Pierce each potato with a fork 3 to 4 times on each side. Wrap each potato in a damp paper towel. Microwave at HIGH 8 minutes, […]

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Slow Cooker Chicken, Bacon, and Potato Soup 6

Ingredients 4 center-cut bacon slices, diced 1 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs, skinned 2 teaspoons salt-free garlic-and-herb seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash) 2 cups thinly sliced leek (from 2 large leeks) 1 cup sliced carrot (from 2 large carrots) 1 cup sliced celery (from 2 large stalks) 4 cups unsalted chicken stock (such as […]

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Curried Chicken Thighs with Pomegranate-Mint Sauce 5

Ingredients 8 (3-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon Madras curry powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1/3 cup water 3/4 cup pomegranate arils, divided 1/2 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons torn mint leaves How to Make It Step 1 Sprinkle chicken with curry […]

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Chicken-Poblano Tortilla Soup 4

Chilly evenings call for a comforting soup with a bit of restorative kick and plenty of vibrant toppings. Top with tortilla chips, or make your own crispy tortilla strips as shown: Cut 4 (6-inch) corn tortillas into 1/2-inch strips and bake at 375°F for 10 minutes. Crush half the strips for the soup and garnish […]

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Pumpkin Soup Three Ways 3

Even without added cream, this pumpkin soup takes on a luxuriously velvety texture after it’s simmered and pureed. Combine that with a Granny Smith apple, cinnamon, and a chipotle chile, and you’ve got a spicy twist on a fall bounty. Make sure all the ingredients are very tender so they’ll blend together smoothly. Simple toppings […]

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Roasted Kabocha and Kale Salad 2

Ingredients 1/2 large unpeeled green or orange kabocha squash (about 5 lb.), cut into 12 (1/2-in.-thick) wedges 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 teaspoons coarsely ground coriander seeds 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 6 tablespoons dried cranberries 6 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons mustard seeds […]