Category: Down Home Cooking

Discover Comforting and Wholesome Recipes for Every Occasion.

Seared Herb Chicken & Veggies

Healthy and easy to make, this is a great dish for deck, patio and backyard dining. It allows you to enjoy the goodness of chicken and take advantage of fresh summer vegetables. You can refrigerate extra portions for convenient leftovers.

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Kids Breakfast Recipes

For a fresh and healthy lunch on-the-go, try this Mason Jar Meal. Packed with grilled chicken, vegetables, quinoa, and leafy greens, it’s perfect for any day!

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20 Great Breakfast Ideas

Variety is the spice of life so don’t eat the same breakfast every day. Use the ideas below to make breakfast more interesting, more appealing and healthy.

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Turkey Chili, New Mexico-Style

The beans, tomatoes and chili powder that typify Texas-style chili are all optional. In fact, you can even omit the meat altogether and substitute beans, lentils or tofu. It would still be chili.

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See Oatmeal in a New Light

This week’s recipe was inspired by a creamy oatmeal brûlée with a crackling crust. It features dried fruits and nuts that are baked into thick and hearty oats. Serve some for breakfast, then reheat the rest in the microwave for dessert, topped with a small scoop of reduced-fat yogurt or vanilla ice cream.

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Out of The Ground and Onto Your Plate

When mashed, the parsnips and turnips yield a pale yellow puree. This is off-set by the warmer orange-toned coupling of the carrots and rutabagas. Served layered in a casserole dish, the two-toned puree is elegant and unexpected.

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