Tag: kosher salt

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Greek Steak Pitas 12

Serve a Mediterranean-inspired meal in minutes. These steak-filled pita sandwiches are stuffed with bright flavors including Greek seasoning, lemon juice, red onion, and feta cheese. Creamy hummus rounds out this meal. Ingredients 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning (such as McCormick) 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 (1-pound) flank steak, trimmed 1/2 teaspoon […]

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Baby Kale, Butternut, and Chicken Salad 10

This bright, colorful salad features soft squash that is perfect in the fall for salads and soups. Bake butternut squash in a single layer on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray at 400°F for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes. Keep a batch on hand for a side, soup, or hash stir-in. […]

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Lemony Greek Chicken Soup 14

This 20-minute dish provides 32g of protein and is just 261 calories per serving. To ensure this comforting soup’s velvety texture, whisk a little of the hot broth into the eggs before adding them to the pot; it cooks them gently and prevents curdling. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 3/4 cup cubed carrot 1/2 cup […]

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Chicken and Wild Rice Soup 13

Go ahead and flag this chicken and wild rice recipe—it’s sure to become a family favorite. A pot of pure comfort, it’s a slightly thickened, creamy chicken soup with a finishing garnish of smoky bacon. For convenience, we call for precooked wild rice; if you can’t find it, you can substitute 2 cups of your […]

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Twisted Fish 10

Cooking in parchment paper leaves you with food that is flavorful and tender. All you have to do is fill the pouch with your favorite fish—halibut, salmon, cod, or snapper—seasonal veggies, and seasonings, and twist the ends of the parchment. Presto! Dinner is served, and the kids—and adults—think it looks awesome. Ingredients 1/2 cup fresh […]

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Pan-Fried Beef Tenderloin 9

Allowing the steaks to come to room temperature for an hour before cooking is the secret to evenly cooked meat. Plus, it gives them time to marinate. Ingredients 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh rosemary 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 (4-ounce) beef tenderloin […]

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Sweet Potato Medallions with Almond Sauce and Chickpea Salad 19

It may seem too good to be true, but it’s not: This impressive, full plate requires only 5 ingredients (water, oil, salt, and pepper are considered freebies). Microwaved sweet potatoes are sliced into medallions, brushed with oil, and lightly seared so they become satisfyingly steak-like. The creamy, nutty sauce adds richness, and the lemon-dressed arugula-chickpea […]

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Maple-Mustard Roasted Chicken with Squash and Brussels Sprouts 15

We give the large bone-in breasts a head start in the oven so they will be perfectly cooked by the time the vegetables are done. This cut is also rather juicy; you’ll want to drain off the liquid from the pan before adding the vegetables so they can caramelize evenly. Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, and […]

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Grapefruit, Endive, and Arugula Salad 12

Tossing the endive leaves in the vinaigrette first softens their bitter edge. You could also sub thinly sliced fennel or chopped Romaine hearts. Ingredients 2 medium red grapefruit 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup olive oil 4 […]

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Seared Tuna with Eggplant and Edamame 10

Eggplant is the real star here, with its meaty texture and savory notes that match those of the tuna. Soy sauce and sesame oil deepen the effect, and edamame offers delightful chew. You can also use regular globe eggplant instead of the Japanese variety; just peel and cut into cubes. Add a side of brown rice […]