Tag: black pepper

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Spanish “Tortilla” Omelet

Say hello to next-level breakfast for dinner. Inspired by a traditional crispy, potato-studded Spanish tortilla, our quick-fix fluffy omelet is topped with potato chips for a touch of crunch. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 cup thinly vertically sliced onion 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, divided 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt […]

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Classic French Omelet

Pull the pan off the heat as needed, while stirring, to control how fast the eggs cook. The finished omelet should be golden outside and unbrowned, while still creamy at the very center. Ingredients 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 4 large eggs, divided 1 teaspoon butter, divided Nutritional […]

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Fennel-Crusted Pork Tenderloin

Butterflying the pork tenderloin reduces the cooking time and the simple rub of fennel seeds, coriander, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic adds aromatic spice. Don’t worry if some of the rub stays in the pan after cooking–those tasty bits pan sauce. Ingredients 2 tablespoons fennel seeds 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 6 tablespoons fat-free, less-sodium chicken […]

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Pork Medallions with Scallions and Magic Green Sauce

Scallions are used three ways: in a sauce, as a vegetable, and as a garnish. The sauce can be made a day ahead and magically transforms the simplest food into something spectacular. Try it on chicken or steak, too, or as a spread in a sandwich. Ingredients 1 small jar capers 1 cup packed chopped […]

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Tunisian-Spiced Turkey with Garlic Couscous and Harissa Gravy

This spicy entrée is a departure from the usual holiday turkey. It’s cooked breast-side-down for 45 minutes, then flipped to finish cooking; this unusual procedure helps keep the breast meat moist. Prepare the spice paste for the turkey and the yogurt mixture for the gravy up to a day ahead; store separately in the refrigerator. […]

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Thai Pork with Red Curry

Serve an Indian-inspired red curry for a delicious, easy one-dish dinner tonight. Ingredients 1 1/4 cups chicken broth 1 (14 oz.) can reduced-fat coconut milk 1 onion, thickly sliced 1 red bell pepper, cored and sliced lengthwise 1 (8 oz.) package white mushrooms, quartered 2 tablespoons red curry paste 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 1/2 […]

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Beef and Vegetable Kebabs

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 […]

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Spice-Rubbed Chicken with Red Lentil Dal

This dinner offers a double-dose of turmeric and its active compound curcumin—some of the golden spice flavors the creamy lentil dal and some gives the chicken a jolt of peppery, earthy flavor. The chicken’s spice rub also contains fresh black pepper, which helps to “activate” the curcumin—and, thus, amp up curcumin’s anti-inflammatory powers. Between the […]

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Quick Breakfast Burritos

I created this recipe because I needed an easy, satisfying breakfast. Use as much ground red pepper as you want depending on how hot and spicy you like your food. Add a spinach salad with tomatoes and avocados, and this dish is transformed into a wonderful lunch.” —Heather Demeritte, Scottsdale, Ariz. Ingredients Pico de gallo: […]

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Sunny Frittata

A combination of eggs, cheddar cheese, and orange bell pepper lends the frittata a cheerful hue. Substitute red or green bell pepper, if you prefer. Stir the egg mixture while it cooks for the first two minutes to keep it from browning too much. Total time: 45 minutes. Ingredients 2 cups egg substitute 1/2 cup […]