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Broiled Red Snapper with Sicilian Tomato Pesto

Ingredients Ingredient Checklist Pesto: 2 cups basil leaves 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced ¼ cup (1 ounce) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 ½ cups chopped plum tomato (about 3 medium) ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Fish: 6 (6-ounce) red […]

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Spicy Thai Basil Chicken

Ingredients Ingredient Checklist 4 teaspoons canola oil, divided ½ cup minced shallots ½ cup thinly sliced red bell pepper 4 teaspoons minced fresh garlic 1 pound ground chicken 2 Thai or serrano chiles, minced 1 tablespoon fish sauce 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar 2 teaspoons lower-sodium soy sauce ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 […]

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Blueberry-Basil Limeade

The vibrant blue-violet color of this refreshing summer sipper is naturally stunning. And the perfect addition to any poolside chill session. Requiring only 4 ingredients (plus water) this limeade is as simple to make as it is beautiful—not to mention, delicious. The tart lime juice is sweetly balanced by juicy blueberries, and fresh basil delivers […]

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Belly Slimming Detox Water

Ingredients US|METRIC SERVINGS: ice water 3 basil leaves (roughly chopped) 1 strawberry (sliced) 5 slices cucumbeHow many pounds have you lost this month? At Dieta Efectiva you can lose 10-12 lbs your first weHer and 2-5 lbs every week after. Visit us atdietaefectiva. ne  to learn more about our program CG

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Quick Chicken Pho

Great for pho beginners, this recipe is also terrific for cooks in a hurry,” writes Nguyen. “Keys to this streamlined approach include toasting spices and lightly searing ginger and green onion, which help to extract flavor fast. Poaching the chicken in the broth adds savory depth.” (The broth is a lower-sodium adaptation of Nguyen’s original. […]

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Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry

Red bell peppers are the star vegetable in this stir-fry, a crisp, sweet counterpoint to the serrano chile heat. Use any vegetables you like, but keep it simple; one or two vegetables, plus the basil and chicken, are all you need. Ingredients 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon water 1 tablespoon fish […]

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Seared Salmon with Balsamic-Blistered Tomatoes 18

Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 4 (6-oz.) salmon fillets, about 1 in. thick 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 2/3 cup thinly sliced shallots 3 cups cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup torn basil leaves, divided 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar How to Make It Step 1 Preheat oven to […]

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Caprese Zoodles 4

INGREDIENTS 4 large zucchini 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 c. cherry tomatoes, halved 1 c. mozzarella balls, quartered if large 1/4 c. fresh basil leaves 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar DIRECTIONS Using a spiralizer, create zoodles out of zucchini. Add zoodles to a large bowl, toss with olive oil […]

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Quick Chicken Pho 14

Great for pho beginners, this recipe is also terrific for cooks in a hurry,” writes Nguyen. “Keys to this streamlined approach include toasting spices and lightly searing ginger and green onion, which help to extract flavor fast. Poaching the chicken in the broth adds savory depth.” (The broth is a lower-sodium adaptation of Nguyen’s original. […]

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Spicy Thai Basil Chicken 13

Lettuce wraps make for a fresh burst of crunch and flavor, or spoon the stir-fry over rice. Look for fish sauce in your grocery store’s Asian foods section. Ingredients 4 teaspoons canola oil, divided 1/2 cup minced shallots 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper 4 teaspoons minced fresh garlic 1 pound ground chicken 2 […]