Tag: black pepper

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Tuna-and-Pickled-Vegetable Pita Pockets

Shortcuts: Microwave-in-Bag Haricots Verts: No water needed. Throw the entire package into the microwave for crisp-tender green beans in about three minutes. Pickled Vegetable Salad: Usually marinated overnight, this blend of cauliflower, onions, and peppers packs a ton of flavor. Hummus: Not just for snacking! Hummus is a great alternative to mayo for a sandwich spread. Ingredients 1 […]

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Feta-Quinoa Cakes with Spinach

Precooked whole grains are perhaps the best possible addition to the convenience food lineup, saving time and coming in serving-friendly pouches. Look for unseasoned grains for a product that’s more versatile and lower in sodium. While most precooked grains call for some cooking to reheat and finish hydrating, we skip that step here. The quinoa […]

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Mini Veggie Tlayudas

A whiff of robust smoke flavor gives this vegetarian dish a meaty feel. We love drizzling on a little of the Salsa Tatemada for a nice juicy kick. Ingredients 1 cup hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 garlic clove, minced 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black […]

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Smoky Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Two teaspoons of smoked paprika may seem like a lot, but it will help to form a nice crust on the pork as it sears in the pan. You can also sub 1 teaspoon ground cumin plus 1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder. Ingredients 1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 3/4 teaspoon kosher […]

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Quick Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry

This speedy stir-fry, ready in just 20 minutes, achieves everything we love about Chinese takeout with just a few wholesome ingredients; no special equipment required. The trick is to get a good sear on the beef without cooking it all the way through, then adding it back into the mix after the vegetables become nicely […]

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Blackened Salmon, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and Brussels Sprouts Sheet Pan Dinner

This one-pan meal is super fast to pull together and delivers big on flavor! The combination of sweet potatoes and hearty Brussels sprouts play well with the juicy spice-rubbed salmon. Look for thicker, more center-cut pieces of salmon, as they’ll cook more evenly and have better flavor. Ingredients 1 tablespoon paprika 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper […]

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Cod With Tomato-Balsamic Jam

Mellow, slightly sweet, and devoid of the overt fishy flavor that’s polarizing for so many, cod is a widely favored fish that’s perfect for pairing with a show-stopping sauce or topping like this tomato-balsamic jam. Diced pancetta provides a salty counterpart to the sweet onion, tomatoes, vinegar, and honey and gives the jam complexity. Garnish […]

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Prawns al Mojo de Ajo

Mojo de ajo is like a garlic gravy that infuses the grilled shrimp with fantastically zesty flavor. This dish employs a great trick many cooks don’t know: using skillets on the grill, which gives fiery grilled flavor to simmered components like the garlic and onion. Ingredients 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup finely diced white […]

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Cauliflower Hummus with Green Olives 11

Ingredients 1 cup cauliflower florets 2 teaspoons olive oil 3/4 teaspoon curry powder 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Easy Hummus 2 tablespoons chopped pitted Castelvetrano olives How to Make It Preheat oven to 450°. Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, curry powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread in an even layer on […]

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Veggie Pizza With Cauliflower Crust 6

1 cauliflower head, roughly chopped (about 3 pounds) Cooking spray 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided. ½ cup presliced cremini mushrooms ½ cup sliced red bell pepper ½ cup thinly sliced fresh basil, divided ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt 3 garlic cloves, minced 2.5 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (about […]