I recently found myself with leftover orzo from another recipe, so I Googled recipe ideas for orzo. I found this soup listed as “Panera Bread Copycat Recipe”, and thought it sounded good. Well let me tell you, it turned out GREAT! Easy to make and freezes well. And though I’ve never tried the soup...
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Here’s a fresh new take on the classic chicken salad recipe. This combo of fresh basil, lemon, pesto and peas is amazing!!! Scoop over lettuce and serve with grapes on the side, for a fab lunch! Thanks to Tastykitchen.com for the recipe. Ingredients: 3 cups cooked chicken, diced 2 whole lemons, juiced and zested 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup mayo Kosher salt and freshly ground...
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Here’s a fabulous way to serve cauliflower! Roasting makes the veg sweet and mild. Plus with all the lemon, garlic, and parmesan you almost forget you’re eating a veg at all Ingredients: 5 cups fresh cauliflower florets (from 1 medium cauliflower), cut approximately into 2-inch pieces. 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 4 cloves fresh garlic,...
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Here’s my very first try at a frittata! And it was easy and delicious! This flavor combo is incredible. Serve with a side of fruit for breakfast or with a side salad for lunch. Delish! Ingredients: 6 eggs 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, divided 2 Tablespoons half & half 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest 1 teaspoon kosher salt ...
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Sometimes a light, sweet, refreshing dessert is just what a meal needs. Serve this amazing pie after a heavy meal and life will be good. Thanks to eatingwell.com for this crowd-pleasing recipe. Ingredients: 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided 3 eggs, divided 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust 3/4 cup light corn syrup 1/3 cup fresh...
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Try this scrumptious side dish at your next summer BBQ! It’s light, healthy, and full of fresh ingredients. It’s also easy to make and tastes great at room temp or chilled right from the fridge. Another fab recipe from Cooking Light magazine! Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups cooked brown rice, cooled to room temperature 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed 1 cup...
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Here’s a scrumptious way to snazz up boring broccoli! This side dish uses all fresh ingredients and is ready in no time. Pair it with Baked Gouda Mac & Cheese, Chicken Tenders, Balsamic Chicken or Simple Grilled Salmon. Ingredients: 1 large head fresh broccoli 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced 1 fresh lemon 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Kosher salt, to taste Directions: Pre heat...
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On occasion, my Dad forwards me links to Grandparents.com. (Thanks Dad!) It’s a fun site and I’ve tried a few recipes on there. But this one, by far, is my favorite! This mild tandoori chicken is an excellent introduction to Indian flavors, especially when prepared on the grill. So if you don’t often prepare...
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This recipe was destined to happen for two reasons–fresh cod was on sale this week at my grocery store, and I forgot to buy breadcrumbs. So I searched the web for a super simple way to pan fry fish and I found this on FoodNetwork.com. All I can say is thank you destiny! This fish...
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I may have found my new favorite muffin. Holy cow these are good! So light and lemony and fresh. Plus they’re from Cooking Light so only 150 calories each! If I ever open a cafe, expect to see these served along side every salad. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup wheat flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 Tablespoon baking powder 2 teaspoons grated...
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