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Spinach-and-Cheese Omelet

Add extra nutrients to your breakfast by stirring in chopped fresh spinach, chopped tomato and shredded cheese into your protein-packed omelet. Ingredients 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup coarsely chopped spinach 1/3 cup chopped tomatoes 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup (1 1/2 oz.) shreddedSwiss cheese 1/8 teaspoon pepper How to Make It Step […]

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Tomato Salad with Grilled Shrimp

Look for beautiful and tasty heirloom tomatoes in a rainbow of colors at your local farmers’ market, and keep them at room temperature until you’re ready to slice and serve. Refrigerating will give them a mealy texture. Ingredients Vegetable cooking spray 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 5 tablespoons mixed chopped fresh herbs, such as […]

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Lowcountry Gazpacho with Seasoned Shrimp and Quick Pickled Okra

For a twist on the spicy, cold soup, try Lowcountry Gazpacho with Seasoned Shrimp and Quick Pickled Okra from Hank’s Seafood Restaurant in Charleston. This Lowcountry Gazpacho provides a much more colorful meal than your typical recipe. Feel free to omit the okra if you wish. Ingredients 8 to 10 ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped (about […]

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Spinach-and-Cheese Omelet

Add extra nutrients to your breakfast by stirring in chopped fresh spinach, chopped tomato and shredded cheese into your protein-packed omelet. Ingredients 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup coarsely chopped spinach 1/3 cup chopped tomatoes 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup (1 1/2 oz.) shredded Swiss cheese 1/8 teaspoon pepper How to Make It […]

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West African Peanut Chicken

A couple of years ago we attended an “Africa” night at a local university, where a variety of wonderful African foods were served for dinner. The thing I liked best was a delicious peanut chicken dish that sent me scampering for a recipe as soon as I got home.  My family loves this adaptation of […]

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Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Roasted Fennel and Tomatoes

One pan, a handful of ingredients, and 30 minutes are all you need to put this impressive pork chop skillet dinner on the table. This flavor-packed, single-skillet supper is an easy dinner for two that feels like something special. It’s also an ideal recipe for one, as the leftover chop and veggies reheat well for a […]

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Skillet Rice with Shrimp and Chicken

Simple substitutions give these hearty dishes flavorful twists: Swap sausage for chicken, crabmeat for shrimp, or make a vegetarian option by subbing vegetable stock and omitting proteins. Ingredients 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 3 fresh thyme sprigs 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 1/2 […]

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How to Make Marinated Tomato and Cucumber Salad

This easy cucumber and tomato salad tastes like summertime in a bowl. The dressing is light and zingy from the vinegar, the cucumbers and onion are so pleasantly crunchy you can’t stop eating them, and the tomatoes are so juicy and sweet they burst in your mouth. It’s perfect as a light summer snack, but […]

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Seared Cajun-Style Steak with Green Tomato Relish 18

Ingredients 2 (8-oz.) sirloin steaks, trimmed 1 teaspoon unsalted Cajun seasoning (such as Tony Chachere’s) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 2 cups chopped green tomatoes (about 3 medium) 1 cup canned white hominy, drained 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 2 tablespoons torn fresh basil 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice […]

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Seared Salmon with Balsamic-Blistered Tomatoes 18

Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 4 (6-oz.) salmon fillets, about 1 in. thick 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 2/3 cup thinly sliced shallots 3 cups cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup torn basil leaves, divided 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar How to Make It Step 1 Preheat oven to […]