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Broccoli-Cauliflower Salad With Bacon

Not your grandmother’s mayo-laden broccoli salad, this healthier take incorporates both broccoli and cauliflower for double the crucifer power. And instead of drowning in mayonnaise, we keep it lighter, and add some sweet tang with the addition of apple cider vinegar and Greek yogurt. You’ll want to let this salad sit so the flavors can […]

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Champagne–Browned Butter Chicken 20

This intensely-flavored chicken dish features chicken that’s browned in bacon drippings and baked in a Dutch oven along with carrots, potatoes and herbs.  Then the chicken and vegetables are topped with a rich butter-Champagne sauce for a hearty dish that’s perfect for entertaining. Ingredients 2 slices center-cut bacon 2/3 cup all-purpose flour 6 bone-in chicken […]

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Tuscan Baked Chicken and Beans 19

This savory Italian-inspired recipe is a wonderful way to prepare a budget-friendly whole chicken.  Fresh rosemary, cannellini beans, and canned diced tomatoes make this dish flavorful, yet simple to prepare. Ingredients 1 (3 1/2-pound) roasting chicken 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 slices center-cut bacon 1 cup chopped onion 1/8 […]

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Loaded Cauliflower Bites 19

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 head cauliflower cut into bite sized pieces salt and pepper to taste 1 Cup cheddar cheese shredded 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled 2 green onions sliced thin, optional Instructions Preheat your oven to 350°F. Add the cauliflower pieces to a medium bowl with the olive oil and toss […]

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Bacon Lettuce Cups 1

Cooked bacon, chopped Wing sauce Lettuce leaves Grape tomatoes Crumbled Blue Cheese DIRECTIONS Toss chopped cooked bacon in wing sauce. Place in lettuce leaves along with sliced grape tomatoes and crumbled blue cheese. How many pounds have you lost this month? At Dieta Efectiva you can lose 10-12 lbs your first week and 2-5 lbs every week after. Visit us dietaefectiva.net to learn more about […]

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Falafel, Feta, and Tomato Salad 11

Think of chopped falafel as a tasty, protein-packed crouton—it adds texture to the salad and turns a simple side into a substantial main dish. We chose a Mediterranean theme here, but you could use any nuts, cheeses, or vegetables you like. Serve with (what else?) toasted whole-wheat pita wedges and creamy hummus, or simply toasted […]

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Bacon, Egg, and Kale Breakfast Salad 20

Based loosely on the flavors of a BLT, this salad is hearty and light at the same time. Don’t worry if it feels like you don’t have a lot of dressing; the luscious golden yolk makes a creamy sauce in the bowl. Ingredients 1 large egg (refrigerator-cold) 2 cups chopped Lacinato kale 1/2 cup halved […]

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Chicken with Cider and Bacon Sauce 18

Apple cider and bacon give this easy sauce a salty, tangy-sweet flavor that’s hard to resist. In fact, you might want to double the amount of sauce so you’ll have a little extra to spoon over rice. Pounding the chicken into thinner pieces helps decrease the cooking time. Ingredients 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast […]

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BBQ Chicken with Peach and Feta Slaw 17

This summery crunch-tastic slaw is guaranteed to find its way into your recipe rotation for the rest of the season. Using ripe, juicy peaches, it’s the perfect sweet-salty side dish for any number of grilled or smoked proteins. Ingredients 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided […]

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Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup 16

Go ahead and flag this chicken and wild rice recipe—it’s sure to become a family favorite. A pot of pure comfort, it’s a slightly thickened, creamy chicken soup with a finishing garnish of smoky bacon. For convenience, we call for precooked wild rice; if you can’t find it, you can substitute 2 cups of your […]