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Thai Steak Salad
Ingredients 1/3 cup fresh lime juice (from 3 medium limes) 2 Tablespoons minced Jalapeño 1-1/2 Tablespoons packed dark brown sugar 2 teaspoons fish sauce 2 teaspoons minced garlic…
Heirloom Tomato, Summer Peach, and Fresh Herb Gazpacho Salad
If you’re hitting the farmers’ markets in late summer, sooner or later you’re going to wind up with a bowl of peaches and a bowl of tomatoes next…
Zucchini Oven Chips
Breaded, oven-fried zucchini chips taste like they’re fried, yet they are baked and amazingly crispy. These chips make a healthy substitute for French fries or potato chips. Ingredients…
Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Dill
The word fritter usually conjures up something heavy and deep-fried, but these zucchini pancakes are as light and delicate as can be. Shredded zucchini is combined with eggs,…

Crisp Cucumber Salsa
Here’s a fantastic way to use cucumbers. You’ll love the creamy and crunchy texture and super-fresh flavors. Ingredients 2 cups finely chopped seeded peeled cucumber 1/2 cup finely…
Fried Green Tomatoes
The search for the perfect crunch is over! These classic Fried Green Tomatoes get it right with a cornmeal-and-flour crust. Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/2 cup…
Pepper Jack Cheese Sauce
Ingredients 1 cup water 1/2 teaspoon chicken flavored bouillon 1/2 cup non-dairy creamer 4 Tablespoons butter 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes 4 ounces Pepper…
Garlic-Roasted Green Beans with Shallots and Pecans
1 pound. fresh green beans (thin beans preferred, but any type will work) 6 shallots, peeled, and cut into thin slivers 5 large cloves garlic, peeled and cut…
All-American Cheeseburger Soup
Cheese, ground beef, and onion satisfy that craving for a classic burger and a hearty soup. We even included the pickle, ketchup, and mustard, and a side of…
