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Sweet Potato and Shrimp Cakes with Nuoc Cham 6

I consider this dish a modern Vietnamese cook’s interpretation of a classic. If you can find white sweet potatoes, use them–they’re drier and less sweet than their orange cousins, but traditional sweet potatoes will work just fine, too. Place the dipping sauce in a bowl surrounded by the lettuce and herbs so guests can build […]

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Seviche-Style Shrimp and Avocado Tacos 11

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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Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken 10

Ingredients 4 lemons 2-3 heads of garlic 1 whole chicken 4 to 5 pounds Fresh rosemary or any fresh herbs All-purpose steak seasoning or salt and pepper Instructions Cut garlic heads and lemons in half and lay in bottom of slow cooker. Cut the bottoms off the lemons so they lay flat. Add a sprig […]

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Creamy Portobella Chicken 13

Ingredients 1 Pint of Baby Bellas (or equivalent in sliced portabella mushrooms) 1.5 – 2lbs Boneless Chicken Tenderloins or Sliced Chicken Breast 1 Can of Cream of Chicken Soup Salt & Pepper to Taste Instructions Place chicken in the bottom of slow cooker, evenly dump the mushrooms on top and then cover with the cream […]

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Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps 11

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce 1/4 cup BBQ sauce 1/4 cup apricot preserves 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup cornstarch (optional) 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles 2 tablespoons milk 1 tablespoon lemon juice salt and pepper to taste 1 head bib lettuce Instructions […]

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California Steak Salad 13

This salad is ideal for cold grilled steak, as reheating may overcook the meat or cause the basil and arugula to wilt. Grilling the red onion adds another layer of char and a bit of sweetness to counter the tartness of the vinaigrette.   Ingredients Cooking spray 1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-in.-thick slices […]

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Grilled Steak with Pineapple Rice 13

Add a touch of tropical flair to your steak dinner with a flavorful side of grilled pineapple rice. From grill pan to table, this dish is dinner-ready in under 30-minutes; so quick, it’s basically a vacation from stressful supper prep. Ingredients 1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 (4-ounce) beef tenderloin […]

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Red Wine-Marinated Steaks with Grilled Vegetables 11

Ingredients 2 cups dry red wine (such as Merlot) 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns 1 tablespoon fennel seeds 1 bay leaf 2 (1-lb.) flank steaks, trimmed and divided 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper, divided […]

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Salmon and Spinach Salad 3

Tarragon and fresh fennel both have the same faint licorice flavor, but they don’t overwhelm this simple spring salad. Salmon is the perfect protein for this dish: It cooks quickly, separates into large, pretty flakes, and stands up to the mint, tarragon, and garlic. This dish would also be a great use for leftover salmon. […]

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Lamb Fajitas with Cucumber-Dill Sauce 9

The inspiration for these fajitas is the gyro, the Greek lamb-filled pita sandwich. Make the sauce first so it can chill while the lamb marinates. Ingredients 3/4 pound lean boneless leg of lamb 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 (8-inch) flour tortillas […]