Tag: black pepper

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Farro, Green Bean, and Kale Salad

Ingredients 4 cups water 1 cup halved haricots verts or green beans 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 (8.5-oz.) pkg. precooked farro (2 cups) 2 cups thinly sliced lacinato kale 1 cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes […]

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Slow Cooker Chicken, Bacon, and Potato Soup

This soup is perfect for ushering in fall: It’s hearty enough for the beginning of soup season, yet brothy and veggie-packed so that it doesn’t feel too heavy. Pair it with a slaw or kale side salad and crusty whole-grain bread for a light, satisfying dinner. This recipe is ideal for a weekend, when you […]

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Roasted Pork Tenderloin Tacos

Thick and slightly tangy Mexican crema adds a cooling finish to these tacos. If you can’t find it at the grocery, substitute sour cream thinned with a little lime juice. Ingredients 1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon canola oil 2 tablespoons mojo marinade (such as […]

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Grilled Pork Chops with Shallot Butter

If made ahead, allow the butter to come to room temperature before spreading over the pork. You can also combine the oil and herbs a couple of hours in advance. Ingredients 8 (7-ounce) bone-in center-cut pork chops 1 teaspoon salt, divided 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons finely […]

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Spiced and Seared Flank Steak with Carrot Mash and Snap Pea

Steak, peas, and carrots are a familiar trio, and usually not very exciting. Here, each element is transformed: a smoky spice rub on seared flank steak, crispy snap peas brightened with rice vinegar, and a silky carrot mash. Chop the carrots to about 1/4-inch pieces so they cook through evenly, otherwise the mash may have […]

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Chicken Dinner Recipes

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 8 ounces baby carrots 8 ounces small red potatoes, halved 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 8 thin lemon slices, seeds removed 1 1/2 cups whole milk, divided 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose […]

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Charred Lemon Chicken Piccata

Lightly charring the lemon slices intensifies their flavor and creates a gorgeous look for this delicious chicken dinner. Be sure to include any of the sweet, tangy liquid the lemons give off in the bowl; it adds incredible depth to the sauce. Ingredients 2 small lemons, cut into thin rounds 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 4 […]

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Get a Veggie Boost With Grilled Beef-Mushroom Burgers

Blending finely chopped mushrooms with ground beef adds great flavor, moisture, and even fiber to these no-bun burgers. Garlicky cucumber-yogurt sauce is tasty Middle Eastern–inspired alternative to standard ketchup and mustard. Served with a juicy slice of fresh tomato and crisp butter lettuce, these burgers are naturally gluten-free. Double the greens and tomato and call […]

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Marinating: Hawaiian Chicken

Take a mental vacation to Hawaii as you enjoy this grilled chicken marinated in a mixture of pineapple juice, ketchup, soy sauce and ginger. Store-bought marinades are certainly convenient, but they’re often loaded with sodium. Some have more than 900 milligrams of sodium in just two tablespoons. Smart cooks know that homemade marinades are the […]

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Flounder Piccata with Spinach

You can substitute any flaky white fish, such as tilapia or sole, in this easy, elegant supper. Ingredients 1 (3 1/2-ounce) bag boil-in-bag long-grain rice 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided 4 (6-ounce) flounder fillets 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/3 cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons fresh lemon […]