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Tex-Mex Summer Squash Casserole
Mild-flavored yellow squash gets a big boost from flavor-packed chilies, jalapeños and red onion. This side dish also works with zucchini. Ingredients 7 medium yellow summer squash, sliced…
Asian Blueberry Coleslaw
This pretty purple side-dish salad recipe gets its Asian flavor from Asian chili sauce and fresh ginger. A sprinkling of fresh basil adds a pretty touch and fun…
Parmesan Zucchini
With only a few ingredients, this Parmesan zucchini recipe makes an easy side dish when you’ve run out of ideas, and is great for a quick and healthy…
Thai Watermelon Salad
Fresh, bright and full of flavor, this salad is the perfect way to highlight fresh summer melon. Ingredients 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice…
Tomago Gohan
There’s not much about tamago gohan that makes sense. The Japanese breakfast is nothing more than a large raw egg cracked over a mound of steamed rice. If…
Sour Cream-Herb Sauce
Sour Cream-Herb Sauce is a creamy, versatile spread that pairs well with your favorite sandwich toppings. Ingredients 1/2 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 tablespoon chopped capers…
Creamy White Sauce
No Cook! Cool and tangy, this white sauce is an easy go-to recipe that you can whip up in minutes to use on hot or cold chicken, or…
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup
This slow cooker chicken enchilada soup recipe only takes about 10 minutes of prep time, and it is oh-so-delicious and comforting. Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about…
Sous Vide Buttered Corn on the Cob
Equipment Sous vide water bath setup (I used a SousVide Supreme Demi) Vacuum sealer and gallon vacuum bags Ingredients Corn on the cob 1 tablespoon of butter for…
