Tag: garlic

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Creamed Curried Spinach

Curry powder adds warmth and earthiness to this speedy version of creamed spinach. Whole milk yogurt gives the side a luscious mouth feel and plenty of body. Serve with steak or with seared planks of spice-rubbed tofu. Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves 1/2 […]

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Seven herbs that lower blood pressure

Reducing blood pressure helps ensure that people do not suffer any of the devastating side effects that can occur when it gets too high. Hypertension, as high blood pressure is often called, is responsible for an increased risk of kidney disease, heart attack, vision problems, heart failure, stroke and many other life threatening health conditions. […]

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Grilled Flatiron Steaks with Kale and Beet Risotto

Flatiron steaks are cuts from the top blade with the shoulder tendon removed. Olivia restaurant uses local grass-fed beef, but grain-fed beef will also work in this dish. Ingredients 1 pound beets 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon tarragon 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided Cooking spray 1 teaspoon minced garlic 6 cups chopped kale […]

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Curried Shrimp and Melted Cherry Tomatoes

Find garam masala–a fragrant Indian spice blend–in the supermarket spice aisle. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 pound peeled and deveined extra-large shrimp 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon […]

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Top-Rated Shrimp Recipes

Look for cooked, peeled shrimp at the seafood counter; or quickly thaw frozen cooked, peeled shrimp in a colander under cold running water. Marinate shrimp in a nonreactive bowl, such as one that is glass or ceramic; an aluminum or copper bowl will react with the citrus juice to give the shrimp a metallic taste. […]

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Beef and Bell Pepper Kebabs

Ingredients 1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons orange juice 2 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger 3/4 teaspoon five-spice powder 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper 2 (8-ounce) sirloin steaks, cut against the grain into 1/4-inch-thick strips 2 red or yellow bell peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces […]

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Cantonese Spinach with Garlic

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil 8 medium garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 1 pound prewashed baby spinach 1 tablespoon rice wine 3/4 teaspoon sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt Nutritional Information How to Make It Heat oil in a wok or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add half of spinach; […]

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Middle Eastern Kofta Kebabs with Lemon-Tahini Sauce

Cooked quinoa acts as a binder for these kebabs, packing them with extra protein and some whole-grain goodness. Ingredients Cooking spray 1/2 cup packaged cooked quinoa 1/3 cup coarsely chopped sweet onion 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt, divided 2 teaspoons cumin 1 1/4 teaspoons minced garlic, divided 1 teaspoon […]

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Many Onions Pork Shoulder 1 Review

Don’t be intimidated by the size of the pork roast that you’re working with; your slow cooker  is going to do pretty much all of the work for you. Wake up in the morning, take a few minutes to brown the pork, and then set it and forget it–you’ll be on your way to something […]

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Grilled Lemon Chicken Salad

Simple and bright, this is the kind of main that puts us in the mood for spring. If you’ve never thrown fresh lemons on the grill, try it: The slight edge of char intensifies their tartness, and they look gorgeous. The marinade is more of a wet rub since the chicken goes straight to the […]