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Pan-Seared Tuna
Jan. 30, 2010 at 1:45pm
How easy is this? Five or six minutes from start to finish!
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The Best Turkey Soup
Dec. 28, 2009 at 12:59pm
This recipe really is the best!
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French Lentil Soup
Dec. 7, 2009 at 10:55am
Great for a cold winter day. Lentils require no presoaking and are an easy first step toward including heart-healthy plant proteins in your meals. We've found that French lentils hold their shape better than the regular varieties. They are available in specialty food stores or by mail order.
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Sauteed Spinach with Pine Nuts
Nov. 20, 2009 at 10:58am
A wonderful side dish.
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Sour Cream Pancakes
Oct. 27, 2009 at 4:05pm
A great Sunday breakfast for your family!
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Veal Piccata
Oct. 6, 2009 at 10:58am
Elegant, easy and delicious.
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Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan
Sep. 14, 2009 at 1:23pm
A great way to increase vegetables in your diet!
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Blackened Halibut
Aug. 25, 2009 at 1:27pm
Quick, easy and delicious!
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Italian Vinaigrette
Aug. 10, 2009 at 2:56pm
This tried-and-true recipe was passed down from Joe's mother, who learned it from her mother, who learned it from...
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Field Greens with Chickpeas and Tomatoes
Aug. 10, 2009 at 2:36pm
This salad is a great opportunity to make a real dent in your nine-a-day goal.
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Hickory-Smoked Salmon
Jul. 29, 2009 at 11:47am
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Extra Crispy Oven-Fried Chicken
Jul. 29, 2009 at 11:35am
How easy is this?
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Strawberry Frost
Jun. 29, 2009 at 4:19pm
An awesome summer drink!
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Pan-Seared Tuna
Jun. 15, 2009 at 2:17pm
How easy is this? Five to six minutes from start to finish!
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Gazpcho
May. 31, 2009 at 8:15am
A perfect summer soup!
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Raspberry Puree
May. 11, 2009 at 8:19pm
A healthy and delicious sauce.
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Poached Pears with Raspberry Puree
May. 11, 2009 at 8:00pm
A wonderfully refreshing dessert!
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Roasted Herbed Turkey Breast
Apr. 20, 2009 at 11:39am
Buy the biggest turkey breast available and serve this dish as an entree. Use any leftover turkey for lunch-box sandwiches the rest of the week.
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Bran Muffins
Apr. 6, 2009 at 12:03pm
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Southern Fried Chicken
Mar. 23, 2009 at 7:47pm
Imagine not having to give up fried chicken! Follow the braising technique in this recipe to enjoy an old favorite.
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Tuscan Bean Salad
Mar. 8, 2009 at 5:38pm
A tasty, satisfying way to fill about a third of your daily fiber goal.
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Chinese Vegetable Stir-Fry
Feb. 25, 2009 at 6:00am
A tasty way to get your veggies!
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Rustic French Toast
Feb. 6, 2009 at 4:31pm
Serve this toast on a Sunday morning for a special treat.
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Sea Scallops with Tomatoes and Green Chilies
Jan. 20, 2009 at 12:01pm
Quick, easy to prepare, and delicious!
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Cajun-Style Whitefish
Dec. 27, 2008 at 2:21pm
Spice up your fish!
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Three-Bean Soup
Dec. 5, 2008 at 10:39am
Low in fat, high in fiber and delicious on a winter night. And, preparing a hearty bean soup doesn't have to be a time-consuming effort if you start with canned beans.
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Chunky Meat Sauce
Nov. 7, 2008 at 11:10am
This variation on the classic Bolognese sauce has been passed down in our family through several generations.
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Five-Star Marinara Sauce
Nov. 7, 2008 at 10:58am
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Asian-Style Seafood
Oct. 22, 2008 at 3:59pm
A tasty way to get your omega-3's!
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Grilled Swordfish with Garlic and Ginger
Oct. 9, 2008 at 4:58pm
Get your omega-3 fatty acids in this delicious recipe.
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Linguine with Clam Sauce
Sep. 28, 2008 at 12:06pm
Tired of the same old spaghetti sauce? Here's a quick, tasty variation on a red sauce. This recipe is delicious even without fresh clams.
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Tex-Mex Pizza
Sep. 18, 2008 at 5:47pm
A new way to serve an old favorite!
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Classic Pasta Salad
Aug. 23, 2008 at 2:05pm
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Soba Noodle Salad
Quick, easy and delicious!
Aug. 11, 2008 at 8:13am
This salad is excellent with grilled salmon or chicken. The dressing is so tasty you won't believe it has no added fat.
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Sea Bass with Sun-Dried Tomato Crust
Who says heart-healthy eating needs to be bland?
Jul. 29, 2008 at 3:29pm
The sweet tomato mixture and mild sea bass flavor in this recipe balance the tartness of the lemon and kalamata olives.
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Roast Chicken with Olive Oil and Fresh Lemon
Jun. 28, 2008 at 3:55pm
A favorite recipe of mine, from "The Healthy Heart Cookbook."
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