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Economical

Economical recipes keep overall ingredient expense modest while making room for a few additions. Soups and everyday dishes in this collection offer options for planning a meal with cost in mind.

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  • Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce

    Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce

    Ingredients 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper to taste Optional: chopped fresh parsley…

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  • Asian Ramen Noodle Salad

    Asian Ramen Noodle Salad

    This Asian-inspired Ramen Noodle Salad combines crunchy cabbage and broccoli slaw with toasted almonds, crumbled ramen noodles, sweet mandarin oranges, and a savory-sweet sesame-peanut dressing. Fresh ginger, dried…

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  • Traditional Irish Colcannon

    Traditional Irish Colcannon

    Colcannon, a beloved Irish dish, brings together the simplicity of potatoes and cabbage with the rich flavors of butter and bacon to create a comforting and satisfying meal.…

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  • Blistered Cheesy Peppers

    Blistered Cheesy Peppers

    It’s almost silly how easy this dish of impossibly delicious, ooey-gooey cheesy chiles is to execute. But that’s also what makes it so great. Inspired by the must-order…

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  • Tennessee Onions

    Tennessee Onions are a delightful treat, and the combination of sweet onions and cheesy topping is sure to please your taste buds. Enjoy your meal! Ingredients 3–4 Vidalia onions,…

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  • The Pioneer Woman’s Chicken Salad

    Pile it on toasted bread or croissants with lettuce and tomato for a sandwich, eat it with crackers of your choice, or serve a scoop on lettuce leaves with assorted fruit and…

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  • Creamed Mustard Greens

    Ingredients 6 pounds mustard greens (6-8 bunches), tough stems and ribs removed  3 Tablespoons grapeseed oil  3 large garlic cloves, minced  1 1/2 cups finely chopped onion 1…

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  • Southern Instant Pot Collard Greens

    Southern Instant Pot Collard Greens

    Ingredients 2 teaspoon olive oil 2 slices uncooked bacon chopped 4 ounces country ham sliced and chopped 1 small onion chopped 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar 2 Tablespoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 16 ounces…

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  • Succotash

    Succotash

    Succotash is an incredibly versatile side — it can be served hot, warm, or even chilled from the fridge. The freshly sautéed summer vegetables are classically paired with…

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  • Creole Cabbage

    Creole Cabbage

    Ingredients 2 Tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 medium green pepper, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 3/4 pound fully cooked andouille sausage links, sliced 1…

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