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Red and White Fish Chowder

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Combining the spice of a red chowder with the creaminess of a white, this soup makes boring leftover cooked fish into something special! MORE»

Recipe #396197

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Easy Fish and Vegetables

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Who knew my father-in-law could cook? I've taken a few liberties, but the basic recipe is his. Lots of color, lots of flavor. Works with most mild fish. Serve with or over simple white rice alongside bright thick slices of summer tomato or... MORE»

Recipe #386070

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Mango Jalapeno Burritos

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I'm a fan of fully-cooked chicken sausages, so when I saw some made with mango and jalapeno, I just had to try them. MORE»

Recipe #377734

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Adobo Rice With Beans and Tomato

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I needed a side dish that would add some interest to an otherwise boring plate. My husband and I both had thirds! Most of the active work happens while the rice cooks. Then it's just easy assembly. MORE»

Recipe #376862

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White Pizza With Pizzaz

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I've been on a veggie bender these days, so when pizza night rolled around, I needed to serve both needs! I made my crust in the bread machine, so I did the veggie part while it was working; if using prepared dough, leave yourself enough time to... MORE»

Recipe #376861

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Portabella Caps Stuffed With Eggplant and Gorgonzola

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Found this recipe in Bon Appetit. It's easy and quick, but elegant enough for a special dinner or guests. Best of all, it can be assembled earlier in the day, refrigerated, and cooked just before serving. We served it with a crisp Romaine salad... MORE»

Recipe #369384

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Smoked Salmon on Cucumber With Creme Fraiche and Dill

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Quick, fresh and elegant. An ideal starter. MORE»

Recipe #353227

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Rice and Colorful Vegetables

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So pretty, so fresh tasting, so good for you! MORE»

Recipe #348612

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Pasta Bites With Salmon and Caramelized Onion

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A friend made us Salmon & Leek Pasta (#33405) which was mighty tasty. This recipe started with a similar idea and turned left somewhere along the way. MORE»

Recipe #347745

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Spinach and Cheese Enchiladas

(2 reviews) Posted by HopeJohnJP  

From the accolades I got, I really should have spent hours in the kitchen, but this little recipe was embarrassingly easy. Use thawed frozen spinach in lieu of the fresh to save money and time and use whatever jarred salsa you happen to have. I... MORE»

Recipe #339375

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Individual Calzones With Three Fillings

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Here's a fun option when cooking for vegetarians, carnivores AND picky kids: calzones with cheese, calzones with spinach, and calzones with sausage. I used my bread machine to make pizza dough, but it's easy to find at the grocery pre-made. Same... MORE»

Recipe #333228

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Vegetarian Mexican Lasagne

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This is a meatless version of my original open-face enchiladas (#297019). It's inexpensive, comes together quickly, can be assembled in advance and cooked when needed, reheats beautifully, and tastes terrific. Add a green salad and you've got a... MORE»

Recipe #330099

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Santa Fe Veggie Wrap

(1 reviews) Posted by HopeJohnJP  

I combined elements from the other Santa Fe recipes on this site to make this version. I think the adobo spread and vegetable relish benefit from a night in the fridge; it's probably not essential, but it sure makes assembly a breeze to have... MORE»

Recipe #308196

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Pesto-Style Chicken Wrap

(1 reviews) Posted by HopeJohnJP  

I modified Tyler Florence's basil mayonnaise by greatly increasing the amount of basil and with the addition of Parmesan. We can't have tree nuts at our house, but I'd bet grinding walnuts into the mayonnaise would add a terrific woody texture... MORE»

Recipe #308128

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60-Second Lunch: Cheese Roll-Ups

(2 reviews) Posted by HopeJohnJP  

You've got mere moments between soccer practice and a music lesson or a trip to the climbing gym or a committee meeting. Sound familiar? We keep whole wheat tortillas and Polly-O mozzarella sticks in the house at all times for this staple. I... MORE»

Recipe #307925

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Fancy Easy Picnic Roast Beef Sandwiches With Spinach and Tahini

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I adapted this Bon Appetit recipe when I wanted something I could make in advance that would have glamorous taste in a casual setting. I roasted my own red peppers and baked my own focaccia, but store-bought would be faster and easier. Wrapping... MORE»

Recipe #307376

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Open-Face Enchiladas (Or Mexican Lasagne)

Posted by HopeJohnJP  

Long ingredient list? Pshaw! This dish comes together in minutes with cupboard staples. Easy, fast and tasty! MORE»

Recipe #297019

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Eggplant Parmesan

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We watched Bobby Flay's Ultimate Showdown and got inspired. Started with his recipe, checked a few other sources, did a little of my own thing — not bad, not bad. Labor intensive, but amenable to spreading over a day or two, so minimal dinner... MORE»

Recipe #295454

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Spinach, Roasted Pepper and Cheese Strata

(1 reviews) Posted by HopeJohnJP  

Strata are easy and transform stale bread and leftover vegetables into an elegant pseudo-souffle! We first tried strata as newlyweds, working from a Sunset cookbook "Cooking for Two" and have since tried many variations. Here's a... MORE»

Recipe #292518

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Tulum-Style Hand Held Burritos

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A Mexican restaurant called Tulum near us fills its hungry college clientele with hearty, inexpensive and portable concoctions. My home-based version can be adapted to mood and handy ingredients. There's a wonderful variety of fully-cooked link... MORE»

Recipe #290019

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