Tag: onions

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Shrimp-and-Sausage Jambalaya

Many Cajun and Creole dishes are seasoned with the so-called holy trinity–bell pepper, onion, and celery. This Creole-style jambalaya has lots of tomato in it. Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 pound andouille or other spicy smoked sausage, sliced 1 large onion, diced 1 bell pepper, diced 3 celery ribs, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced […]

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Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham

For this quick family dinner, a small amount of salty ham is crisped and used as a topping. That way you can use far less and still get a big flavor impact. Ingredients 2 1/2 tablespoons dark sesame oil, divided 2 ounces ham, diced 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup (1/2-inch) slices green onions […]

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Seared Scallops with Warm Fruit Salsa

A hot skillet is key to a deep golden sear on the scallops. Prepare the Warm Fruit Salsa in the same skillet as the scallops for an easy one-pan cleanup. Jasmine rice rounds out the meal. Ingredients 12 large sea scallops (about 1 1/4 pounds) Cooking spray 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon […]

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Basil Scallops with Spinach Fettuccine

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spinach fettuccine 1 1/2 pounds sea scallops 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Cooking spray 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup dry white wine or low-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup finely chopped green onion (about 2) 3 tablespoons […]

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Chicken Thighs with Ginger-Sesame Glaze

Make-ahead tip: Mix up the glaze first thing in the morning, and allow the chicken thighs to marinate all day in the refrigerator to soak up even more flavor. After that, getting dinner on the table is as simple as heating up the grill pan. Ingredients 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions 3 tablespoons dark […]

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This classic Spanish and Latin America chicken and rice dish cooks in just one pot. Ingredients 2 whole chickens, each cut into 8 pieces (about 6 lbs.), trimmed of excess fat Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 onions, chopped 2 ribs celery, sliced 2 carrots, chopped 1 green bell […]

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French Onion Soup

Once you try this French Onion Soup recipe, you’ll never try another. Caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth onions, crusty bread, and melted cheese make for a hearty and rich soup that’s worth the wait. You’ll want to let it simmer the full two hours for the ultimate blending of flavors. Perfect for a cold day, this classic soup […]

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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken & Dumplings

This is one of my standby camping meals (when in the trailer and can use my crockpot). I love it because it is so simple and it seems to be the top request from my camping buddies. It’s easy to modify as well so add/remove ingredients as you feel fit, it comes out like a […]

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Glazed Beef Skewers with Ginger Slaw

Have your little helpers mix up the glaze, while older kids can help skewer the beef.   Ingredients 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons mirin 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon brown sugar 3 cups packaged coleslaw 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon grated […]

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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. […]