Category: Recipes

  • “Crack” Roasted Broccoli

    “Crack” Roasted Broccoli

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    Ben and Birdy’s original “Crack Broccoli” recipe earned its name by being “the first thing to disappear at a party.” When my sister-in-law made it for dinner, we couldn’t get enough, and got a good laugh out of the recipe name. This reliable, easy roasted broccoli with just three core ingredients is a perfect accompaniment…

  • Thai-Inspired Chicken Satay

    Thai-Inspired Chicken Satay

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    This tasty satay gets inhaled in our house — and it’s so easy to multiply, it’s a great option for summer entertaining. But make sure to make an extra batch or two or it may disappear before you get to eat any! Adapted from the New York Cookbook.

  • Weeknight Pineapple Fried Rice

    Weeknight Pineapple Fried Rice

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    Don’t throw away that leftover takeout rice or roast chicken! This recipe is a great way to use up those leftovers. Starting with pre-cooked onions and meat minimizes prep time. Add extra protein for a single-pan dinner.

  • Modern Bearnaise Sauce

    Modern Bearnaise Sauce

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    Substitute the vinegar in the New York Times classic bearnaise recipe for a slightly sweeter, more complex modern variation.

  • Banana  Mousse “Trifle” Cake

    Banana Mousse “Trifle” Cake

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    Fresh bananas, lady fingers, and rich mascarpone cream combine for an easy summer potluck dish that is loved by all ages.

  • Shrimp and Pasta with Spicy Cajun Garlic Cream Sauce

    Shrimp and Pasta with Spicy Cajun Garlic Cream Sauce

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    Alfredo-style pasta, kicked up a notch with Cajun seasoning. Add in some cooked shrimp or chicken for a quick, weeknight-friendly meal in a pot.

  • World’s Easiest Tilapia

    World’s Easiest Tilapia

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    Light, super-fast, tasty fish that can be made on any weeknight. Fridge to table in under 15 minutes. Serve with steamed rice (or leftover rice) and some steamed or microwaved vegetables for a light weekend supper with no fuss.

  • Baked Kale Chips

    Baked Kale Chips

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      Only 3 ingredients

  • Ooey-Gooey Cheese Dogs

    Ooey-Gooey Cheese Dogs

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      Super-yummy snack from college grill — a buttery English muffin, gooey cheese, and a salty dog — the perfect combination for midnight study break or any time!

  • Bosco Salad from Pizza Express

    Bosco Salad from Pizza Express

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    Super-easy Italian-inspired salad like the one from Pizza Express. Serve on its own with warmed breadsticks, as an antipasto or side salad.