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Spicy Vegetable Soup Recipe

Author: Marc Jennings |  Published: Jan 10th, 2010 |  Category: Healthy Recipes

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Spicy Vegetable Soup

Recipe: Spicy Vegetable Soup

Summary: Fresh basil adds a bright spark to this vinegary, vegetable-stuffed soup, full of the traditional flavors of the Mediterranean. Alternatively, pesto adds a nutty richness to the soup.

Slow-Cooker Black Bean-Mushroom Chili Recipe

Author: Marc Jennings |  Published: Jan 9th, 2010 |  Category: Healthy Recipes

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Black Bean ChiliRecipe: Slow-Cooker Black Bean-Mushroom Chili

Summary: Black beans, earthy mushrooms and tangy tomatillos combine with a variety of spices and smoky chipotles to create a fantastic full-flavored chili. It can simmer in the slow cooker all day, which makes it perfect for a healthy supper when the end of your day is rushed.

Turkey Cutlets with Lemon Caper Sauce Recipe

Author: Marc Jennings |  Published: Dec 10th, 2009 |  Category: Healthy Recipes

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Recipe: Turkey Cutlets with Lemon Caper Sauce

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 8 ounces turkey cutlets
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, (see Tips for Two)
  • 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Combine flour and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge turkey in the flour mixture. Reserve 2 teaspoons of the flour mixture.

Sauteed Chicken Breast with Creamy Chive Sauce Recipe

Author: Marc Jennings |  Published: Dec 10th, 2009 |  Category: Healthy Recipes

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Recipe: Sauteed Chicken Breast with Creamy Chive Sauce

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (about 1 pound), trimmed of fat
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 all-purpose flour, divided
  • 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2 large shallots, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 14-ounce c reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup chopped chives, (about 1 bunch)

Salmon With Roasted Chile-Mango Sauce Recipe

Author: Marc Jennings |  Published: Dec 10th, 2009 |  Category: Healthy Recipes

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Recipe: Salmon with Roasted Chile-Mango Sauce

Ingredients

  • 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot, (about 1 medium)
  • 2 teaspoons coriander seed
  • 1-2 dried red chiles, such as Thai, cayenne or chile de arbol, stem end removed (see Note)
  • 1 medium mango, ripe, slightly soft, peeled (see Tip) and diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped, divided
  • 4 medium clo garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed (see Tip)

Instructions

  1. Position oven rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler. Coat a broiler pan with cooking spray.

Couscous & Fruit Salad Recipe

Author: Marc Jennings |  Published: Dec 10th, 2009 |  Category: Healthy Recipes

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Recipe: Couscous & Fruit Salad Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped shallots
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 2 cups cooked whole-wheat couscous
  • 1 cup chopped nectarine
  • 1 cup mixed fresh berries, such as blueberries and raspberries
  • 2 tablespoon toasted sliced almonds, (see Tip)

Instructions

  1. Whisk oil, orange juice, vinegar, shallots, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add cooked couscous, nectarines, berries and almonds; gently toss to combine.

Miso Soup Recipe

Author: Marc Jennings |  Published: Dec 10th, 2009 |  Category: Healthy Recipes

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Recipe: Miso Soup

Ingredients

  • Ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons dashi granules
  • 4 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons miso paste
  • 1 (8 ounce) package silken tofu, diced
  • 2 green onions, sliced diagonally into 1/2 inch pieces

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine dashi granules and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and whisk in the miso paste. Stir in tofu. Separate the layers of the green onions, and add them to the soup. Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.