Tag: salt

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Basil, Squash, and Tomato Pasta Toss

Ingredients 3 cups unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson) 1 cup water 2 tablespoons plus 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1/2 teaspoon salt 8 ounces uncooked whole-grain rotini pasta 2 1/2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (about 2/3 cup), divided 1 large yellow squash, halved lengthwise and sliced (about 1 1/2 cups) 1 cup chopped […]

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PB&J Smoothie

Instead of sandwiches, try cool, creamy peanut butter–and-jelly-inspired smoothies for a kid-friendly snack. We use fresh strawberries and raspberries, but you can use any berry you like (blackberries tend to have more noticeable seeds). If using frozen fruit, skip the ice and add a splash or two of water to thin the smoothie to your […]

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Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Mustard Sauce

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 3/8 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3/4 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth, divided 1/4 cup unfiltered apple cider 2 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons butter, divided 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 12 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed […]

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Chipotle-Spiced Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups chopped onion 3 garlic cloves, chopped 4 cups (1/2-in.) cubed peeled fresh pumpkin or butternut squash (about 1 lb. 2 oz.) 1 large Granny Smith apple, cut into 1/2-in. cubes 1 finely chopped seeded chipotle chile canned in adobo sauce 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 […]

Roasted Kabocha and Kale Salad

Ingredients 1/2 large unpeeled green or orange kabocha squash (about 5 lb.), cut into 12 (1/2-in.-thick) wedges 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 teaspoons coarsely ground coriander seeds 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 6 tablespoons dried cranberries 6 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons mustard seeds […]

Mushroom-Red Wine Sauce

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 (8-oz.) pkg. presliced cremini mushrooms 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup red wine 3/4 cup unsalted chicken stock 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary How to Make It Melt butter with olive oil in a medium skillet […]

Roasted Salmon with Kale-Quinoa Salad

Ingredients 1 (6-oz.) wild salmon fillet Cooking spray 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced lacinato kale 1/2 cup cooked quinoa 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Citrus Dressing 5 seedless red grapes, halved How to Make It Preheat oven to 425°F. Place salmon on a foil-lined […]

Spiced and Seared Flank Steak with Carrot Mash and Snap Peas

Ingredients 2 cups water 2 cups finely chopped carrot 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon light sour cream 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided 1 pound flank steak 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 (12-oz.) pkg. frozen steam-in-bag sugar snap peas 1 tablespoon unseasoned rice […]

Zinfandel-Braised Beef Brisket with Onions and Potatoes

Ingredients 2 cups zinfandel or other fruity dry red wine 1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 1/4 cup tomato paste 1 (2 1/2-pound) beef brisket, trimmed 2 teaspoons salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided Cooking spray 8 cups sliced Walla Walla or other sweet onion (about 4 medium) 2 tablespoons sugar 1 […]

Beer-Braised Brisket with Onion Jam

Ingredients 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided 1 teaspoon ground cumin 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 6 garlic cloves, minced 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided 1 (4 1/2-pound) flat-cut brisket roast (untrimmed) 4 cups unsalted beef stock (such as Swanson) 1 (12-ounce) beer 3 medium onions, sliced 3 tablespoons cider vinegar […]