transformed: a smoky spice rub on seared flank steak, crispy snap peas brightened with rice vinegar, and a silky carrot mash. Chop the carrots to about 1/4-inch pieces so they cook through evenly, otherwise the mash may have a few lumps. The grain of the meat refers to the direction of the muscle fibers (in […]
Precooked whole grains are perhaps the best possible addition to the convenience food lineup, saving time and coming in serving-friendly pouches. Look for unseasoned grains for a product that’s more versatile and lower in sodium. While most precooked grains call for some cooking to reheat and finish hydrating, we skip that step here. The quinoa […]
Chipotles can be a touch spicy, but you can use only half of what’s called for to decrease heat and still get great smoky flavor. Ingredients Cooking spray 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 1/2 cups chopped onion 1 cup chopped poblano chile 5 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 […]
Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 4 poblano peppers 1 lb extra-lean ground beef (or ground turkey) 2 cloves garlic minced 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp paprika 1 red pepper, diced 1 red onion, diced 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Optional toppings Store-bought pico de gallo or salsa Sliced avocado cilantro sour […]
Ingredients 3/4 cup dark Mexican beer 2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut across grain into 1/2-inch-thick strips 1 cup sliced onion 1 orange bell pepper, seeded and sliced 1 yellow bell […]
Ingredients 1 3/4 pounds bone-in split chicken breasts, skin removed (about 2 large) 1/2 cup unsalted chicken stock 2 1/2 tablespoons 25% less-sodium taco seasoning blend (such as Old El Paso) 8 (5- to 6-inch) corn tortillas 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce (from 1 small head) 1 cup refrigerated pico de gallo 1/2 cup reduced-fat […]
Ingredients 1 cup frozen corn 1 (15oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 tsp taco seasoning 2 chicken breasts or 4 chicken tenders salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese cilantro, to garnish sour cream, optional avocado, mashed, optional Instructions Pull off 4 […]
INGREDIENTS 3 tbsp. sour cream 3 tbsp. olive oil 3 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. chopped fresh dill, plus more for serving Pinch sugar Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced 4 stalks celery, thinly sliced, plus 1/4 c. celery leaves 1 small sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced DIRECTIONS Whisk […]
INGREDIENTS 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed 1 c. frozen corn 2 bell peppers, chopped 1 white onion, chopped 1 15-oz. can fire-roasted tomatoes 1/4 c. freshly chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp. cumin 1 tbsp. chili powder 1 tsp. kosher salt 2 […]
Ingredients 1 (1-pound) boneless sirloin steak 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided 4 (1/2-inch-thick) slices red onion 4 green onions Cooking spray 1 pound baking potato, peeled and chopped 1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream 1/3 cup fat-free milk 2 teaspoons butter Nutritional Information How to Make It Step 1 Preheat grill to medium-high […]