Pesto is a great big-batch sauce for using up a mix of herbs and greens, but it tends to go army-green if made ahead. We quickly blanch spinach and basil to preserve the color without diluting flavor, then bump up the green with fresh parsley. A little chopped tomato adds moisture and mild acidity. Be […]
These light and summery kebabs are made with chicken thighs, which won’t dry out on the grill. Cut the chicken into strips and thread it, accordion-style, onto the skewers along with thinly sliced lemons and asparagus. The tangy herb and lemon marinade also tastes great with pork or lamb. Ingredients 1/2 cup packed fresh flat-leaf […]
Sautéed lemon slices intensify the flavors of the pan sauce and make a beautiful garnish. Cook the orzo while you bread the chicken; while the chicken cooks, spread the orzo on a baking sheet to cool and to keep the grains from sticking together. Ingredients 1 cup uncooked whole-wheat orzo 3 tablespoons lemon juice, divided […]
f you use wooden skewers, submerge them in water for 30 minutes before threading on the shrimp. Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked bulgur wheat 5 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided 1 pound peeled, medium-size raw shrimp, deveined 8 ounces baby sweet peppers 1 bunch green […]
Here’s the spring brunch recipe you’ve been looking for. Our Asparagus Frittata has a creamy mouthfeel with bursts of springy flavor from the veggies and a nice herb presence. The asparagus remains toothy while the spring onions get sweet, so you get good flavor and textural contrasts. Spring onions are available in most grocery stores […]
Adding tahini to the marinade makes the chicken buttery tender without an overwhelming amount of sesame flavor in the finished dish. It also helps the chicken to char nicely on the grill. Ingredients Chicken: 1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste), well stirred 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons […]
You can’t have Thanksgiving dinner without stuffing. Classic flavors, a moist-but-not-soggy texture, and a touch of sweetness will make this Instant Pot stuffing a new family favorite. Ingredients 12 ounces (3 links) hot Italian sausage, casings removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium-size yellow onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups) 3 medium celery stalks, chopped (1 cup) […]
All the fresh flavors of summer come together in Grilled Chicken with Tomato-Avocado Salad. The homemade buttermilk dressing balances the heat of the chicken and completes the meal. Ingredients 1/4 cup nonfat buttermilk 3 tablespoons canola mayonnaise 2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 tablespoon minced shallots 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme 1 teaspoon cider […]
Can’t find turkey cutlets? Use chicken cutlets or breasts. Serve the soup with a crunchy salad and citrus vinaigrette. Gina Homolka is the founder of skinnytaste.com and @skinnytaste. Ingredients 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped carrots 1/2 cup diced onion 1 garlic clove, minced 4.25 ounces (about 1 cup) plus 2 Tbsp. all-purpose […]
It doesn’t get much easier, or more satisfying: a complete dinner in one pan in half an hour. Lemon brightens this cozy winter meal. Ingredients 12 ounces baby red potatoes, halved 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, pounded to 3/4-inch thickness 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly […]