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A Lenten Meal The Kids Will Love

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Religious Christians make the commitment to avoid meat in their Friday meals for the duration of Lent, signifying a sacrifice for their faith that recalls the ultimate sacrifice Jesus Christ made during the crucifixion. Vegetables and pasta dishes are a staple of the Lenten season, and seafood
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Shake Up Lenten Dinners With Variety

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It’s customary for people participating in Lenten fasting to skip meat and poultry dinners on Fridays between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday. It is a sacrifice symbolic of the sacrifices of Jesus Christ. However, opting for vegetables and fish in lieu of meats doesn’t have to mean sacrificing flavor. “Seafood Pancakes” from “Judy Joo’s Korean […]
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Blueberry Pie Wins Raves Every Time

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Everyone amateur baker needs a go-to pie recipe in his or her repertoire. While apple may get much of the fanfare, blueberries pack that perfect punch of sweet but tart flavor that just bursts in the mouth with every bite. “Ginger n’ Spice Bubbling Blueberry Pie” is not only the official pie of the U.S. […]
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Vegan Twist On Popular Lunch Sandwich

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The bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich, commonly known as the BLT, is a classic. People who avoid meat for health or other reasons can enjoy the essence of a BLT in a wholesome sandwich full of tasty ingredients all their own. A “Tempeh, Lettuce and Tomato Sandwich (TLT)” is a worthy stand-in for the traditional […]
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Pecans Give These Cookies Extra Appeal

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Pecans are tasty offerings that are ideal in both savory dishes and desserts. Like fruits of other members of the hickory genus of trees, pecans are not truly nuts, but drupes. A drupe is a fruit with a single stone or pit surrounded by a husk. With pecans, the outer husk dries out and splits […]
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Turn To Slow Cookers For Easy Meals

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Busy families who do not have the time to spend an hour or more in the kitchen preparing weeknight dinners can turn to slow cookers to do the work for them. Slow cookers cook foods on a low temperature over several hours. Slow cookers do not require constant attention, making them ideal for people who […]
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This Low-Calorie Chicken Dish Is Full Of Flavor

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Just because something seems to be more filling doesn’t mean it has to be high in calories or compromise light eating plans. Cooks may be surprised to discover how much flavor is nestled within this 300-calorie “Spinach-Walnut Stuffed Chicken” dish from “Taste of Home: Healthy Cooking Cookbook” (RDA Enthusiast Brands) by the Taste of Home Editors. […]
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Explore A Delicious Take On Pizza

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Pizza comes in many styles. From thin crust to New York style pizza or the deep dish synonymous with Chicago, pizza can be enjoyed in various ways. Piadina is a close cousin to traditional pizza that is made from unleavened dough. The dough is grilled for a few minutes and then filled with ingredients and […]
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Fresh And Healthy Salad Makes The Perfect Meal

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Salad may be thought of as side dish or an appetizer, but in this recipe for “Chicken and Spinach Salad With Avocado and Fruit” from Rose Murray’s “125 Best Chicken Recipes” (Robert Rose), salad is the main course. This salad bursts with flavorful fruits and vegetables that are full of antioxidants. While it stands on […]
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Serve Succulent Pears For Special Occasions

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While they might not be a food one traditionally associates with winter, pears are versatile and can be utilized in various recipes, particularly those that will be served when the dessert bell rings. Pears come in many different varieties. However, when preparing this recipe for “Venetian Pears” from “Serena Food & Stories: Feeding Friends Every […]