Microwave Herbed Fish Fillets
Microwave Buttered Shrimp
Microwave Nutty Salmon
Serving seafood is a tasty way to add variety to mealtime while providing a lean source of protein. Steaming in the microwave is a good method for preparing seafood. Although the cooking time is often the same as steaming on the stovetop, cleanup is usually easier.
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I end up sharing most of the recipes I try either here or in the recipe column, but not all of them end up in my regular meal rotation. One that has is Pasta with Vegetable Clam Sauce. I think it’s a great weeknight meal because even though this recipe requires a bit of chopping, [...]
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Grilled Shrimp Scampi
Marinated Grilled Shrimp
Labor Day is the perfect day for grilling, and since it’s the last big holiday of the summer, it’s also the perfect day to splurge on ingredients like shrimp. Just season, skewer, and grill the shrimp, and then serve with your favorite summer side dishes.
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Toaster Oven Biscuits
Toaster Oven Pizza
Toaster Oven Fish Sticks
Toaster ovens are efficient appliances that deserve a spot on many counters, not just those in small apartments. Because they don’t heat up the whole house, they are great for making a meal on a hot summer day. Just remember to keep checking for the doneness of the [...]
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Grilled Cedar-Plank Salmon
Few things are as eye-catching at a restaurant than salmon cooked and served on a plank of wood. Not only does this look impressive, the plank also give the salmon a smoky, woody flavor. Fortunately, you don’t need a restaurant to prepare this meal for you.
Cooking on a plank isn’t much different [...]
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Slow-Cooker Jambalaya
This month marks the start of my 12th year of writing The Practical Pantry column. When I started writing the column, I lived in the rural Midwest and understood the special challenges that shopping and cooking in a rural area bring. Because of this, I have always strived to provide simple recipes that started [...]
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Salmon fillets and salmon steaks are great on the grill, making them an excellent choice for a summer meal. And since salmon contains relatively high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, it can be part of a meal you can feel good about.
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Lime Grilled Salmon Steaks
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive [...]
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Crispy Potato Wedges
Quick Pasta Primavera
Eric’s Fish Hot Dish
The Practical Pantry made its first appearance on June 4, 1998. Here are three classic recipes from over the years, including one of the very first. For more classic recipes, stay tuned to The Practical Pantry website (http://www.practicalpantry.com) for information on the 10-year anniversary cookbook that will be [...]
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Fish is one of the leanest sources of protein available. For the most health benefits, avoid batter-coated, fried products, such as fish sticks and choose fresh fish or fish that’s frozen when fresh (nonprocessed).
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Tilaipa Veracruz
1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
2 tablespoons sliced pimento-stuffed green olives
1 teaspoon lemon juice
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When time is short, skillet meals save the day. These all-in-one meals cook up quickly, and cleanup often is a snap.
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Ground Beef Zucchini Skillet
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 15.25-ounce can whole kernel corn, drained
1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 medium zucchini, halved and sliced
1 4.5-ounce [...]
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