Category: Recipes

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Beer-Braised Beef with Onion, Carrot, and Turnips 11

Ingredients 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil 1 (1-pound) boneless chuck roast, trimmed 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup fat-free, less-sodium beef broth 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1 (12-ounce) dark beer 1 bay leaf 3 carrots, peeled and cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices 9 ounces small turnips, peeled […]

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Roast Chicken with Potatoes and Butternut Squash 10

A company-worthy meal, this recipe for Roast Chicken with Potatoes and Butternut Squash will not disappoint. Add a heart-healthly salad to accompany this delicious fall dish. Ingredients 2 tablespoons minced garlic, divided 1 teaspoon salt, divided 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/2 teaspoon dried rubbed sage 1 (3 1/2-pound) roasting chicken Cooking spray […]

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Beef-Barley Soup 9

Lamb may be used in place of beef stew meat, if desired. Use one pound of boneless lamb leg, cut into one-inch pieces. Ingredients Cooking spray 2 pounds beef stew meat, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 teaspoons canola oil 2 cups chopped leek (about 4 medium) 2 cups chopped carrot 4 garlic cloves, […]

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Gingery Pork Meatballs with Noodles 8

Ingredients Meatballs: 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 pound lean ground pork 1 large egg, lightly beaten Noodles: 8 ounces uncooked wide rice noodles 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil 1 […]

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Mushroom and Sausage Ragù with Polenta 7

This hearty entrée features a mushroom and sausage ragù (Italian meat-and-tomato pasta sauce) served over creamy polenta.  Cook the polenta while the ragù simmers so everything will be ready and hot at the same time. Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 8 ounces hot turkey Italian sausage 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 pound cremini […]

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Pork Tenderloin, Pear, and Cranberry Salad 6

This hearty dinner salad is a fresh and flavorful entrée with a sweet kick of cranberries atop savory pork tenderloins. Ingredients 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 3/4 teaspoon brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic, divided 1 1/4 teaspoons dried thyme, divided 1 pound pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut crosswise into […]

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Tuna Melts with Avocado 5

You can serve these with carrot and celery sticks and a bit of light ranch dressing on the side for dipping. Ingredients 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons thinly sliced shallots 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 (6-ounce) can solid white tuna in water, drained and flaked 1 […]

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Blue Cheese-Stuffed Pork Chops with Pears 4

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 […]

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Edamame Succotash 3

Edamame is just a fancy word for heart-healthy soybeans–used here in place of traditional lima beans. Look for them in the frozen vegetable case. Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 medium-size orange bell pepper, seeded and diced 1 medium-size red bell pepper, seeded and diced 1 medium-size yellow bell pepper, seeded […]

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Bacon Pierogi Bake 3

Ingredients 1 (16-ounce) package frozen potato and onion pierogies (such as Mrs. T’s) Cooking spray 2 center-cut bacon slices, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup (3 ounces) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese 1/2 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/4 cup thinly diagonally sliced green onions 1/4 cup chopped […]