This time of year, it’s easy to find flavorful tomatoes that are delicious sliced and served plain or topped with a little salt. And with a few extra ingredients, you can easily turn tomatoes into delightful side dishes.
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Tomato and Green Pepper Salad
3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
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Fall football wouldn’t be the same without pre-game festivities. For some, that means packing up the car and heading to the stadium for a tailgating party. Good friends, good food, and good weather combine to turn a football game into a day to remember. And while anything goes when it comes to tailgating food, bratwurst [...]
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When grocery prices increase, convenience foods start to look less like a timesaver and more like an unnecessary expense. If your family enjoys the handiness of granola bars, consider cutting them from the shopping list in favor of making them at home. Just remember that even with homemade versions, granola bars still should be considered [...]
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Fast food doesn’t always have to involve a drive-thru. With the right recipes, you can make meals from healthier ingredients and get them on the table quickly.
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15-Minute Asian-Style Skillet Dinner
1/2 pound beef cube steaks, cut into strips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup julienned green pepper
1/4 cup chopped celery
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
2-1/2 [...]
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Although zucchini is available all year long in many grocery stores, now is time to enjoy it from local gardens. And since it’s often abundant, it’s good that zucchini is usable in everything from soups to main dishes to desserts.
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Curried Zucchini
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 [...]
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