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Average-cost recipes using several fresh ingredients, standard cuts of meat, seafood in modest quantities, multiple cheeses, or several specialty ingredients.
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Chicken Gnocchi Veronese
Ingredients 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 small Vidalia onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, sliced (julienned) 1/2 zucchini, sliced, (julienned) Salt to taste 4 chicken breasts,…

Strawberries with Balsamic Vinegar
Fresh strawberries macerated with balsamic vinegar, sugar, and black pepper, then served over vanilla ice cream with bright lemon zest.

Roasted Salmon with Shallot-Grapefruit Sauce
This delightfully different champagne-pink sauce has a tangy, sweet, and spicy balance that pairs perfectly with the rich salmon. Ingredients 4 skinless salmon fillets (5 to 6 ounces…
Salmon Cakes with Lemon-Caper Yogurt Sauce
Ingredients Salmon 1 pound skinless salmon fillet Olive oil, for drizzling Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Patties 1 large egg, beaten 1/3 cup (1/2-ounce) chopped fresh…

The Best Slow-Cooked Bolognese Sauce
Ragù Bolognese is the undisputed king of meat sauces, and this is the best way to make it. When it comes to meat sauces, ragù Bolognese is the…
Arctic Char with Cilantro-Yogurt Sauce
Cool, cilantro-yogurt sauce brings a refreshing note to the table. Pair with Red Pepper Coconut Rice for a healthy and light meal. Ingredients 1/2 cup 2% Greek-style plain…
Mexican Shrimp Bisque
I enjoy both Cajun and Mexican cuisine, and this rich, elegant soup combines the best of both. I serve it with a crispy green salad and glass of…
Avocado Soup with Citrus-Shrimp Relish
Botanically, avocados are in fact a fruit, and if you have any doubt of their sweet flavor, try squeezing a lime over an avocado half and eating with…

Argo Classic Cheesecake
This cheesecake is adapted from a vintage back-of-the Argo cornstarch recipe. It’s been updated over the years and there’s a new version on Argo’s web site, but this…

Wild Rice with Pecans and Cherries
Dried cherries provide a tart flavor to our herbed wild rice dish, while toasted pecans add a generous crunch. Green onions and shredded carrots add bright color. Ingredients…
