BBQ Chicken Sandwiches
BBQ Beef Sandwiches
Gas and charcoal grills might be put away for the winter, but barbecue sauce never goes out of season. While you might not be able to bring the grill indoors, you can bring barbecue flavor to meat cooked indoors by swapping the quick-cooking grill for a slow-cooking oven or stovetop.
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Basil Butter
Italian Grilled Cheese
Cheesy Basil Orzo
Fresh basil, a versatile herb that enhances many foods, is abundant in gardens and markets this time of year. It also is easy to cook with, so chop some up and embrace its flavor, because almost anything is better with basil.
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This butter is an [...]
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Easy Chili-Cheese Dogs
Totally Topped Hot Dogs
Reuben-Style Hot Dogs
Hot dogs are a great choice for the grill. They are fully cooked, and grocery stores usually offer choices that fit a variety of tastes and budgets. Best of all, hot dogs are great for reliving old summertime memories or creating new ones. So grab your favorite beef, [...]
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Slow-Cooked BBQ Pork Sandwiches
Microwave Summer Sub Sandwich
Pepper Steak Sandwiches
Put some deli meat and cheese between two slices of bread and you’ve got a quick and easy lunch. But sandwiches are good for other meals as well. Try spending a little more time making fillings hearty enough for dinner.
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Slow-Cooked BBQ Pork Sandwiches
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When preparing lunches for kids, get them involved. Children tend to eat more of their lunches when they have a say in its preparation. Weekly menus also can help, as can asking kids in the evening what they might like to bring for lunch the next day. With a little planning, you can send your [...]
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Curry powder isn’t a spice on its own but rather a mixture of spices. The mix can be as simple as a few spices or as complex as 20 or more. This zesty blend is great for seasoning everything from marinades to meat, and it really can help to punch up a sandwich.
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Making lunches for family members isn’t always easy. Kids and adults alike get bored with the same old sandwiches and chips. For a change of pace, try wrapping up their favorite fillings in tortillas. Pack these wraps with some fresh carrot and celery sticks, pretzels and a cookie or bite-size candy bar for a lunch [...]
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Eggs are an economical source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. Hard-cooked eggs are easy to make, easy to store in the refrigerator, and versatile. These salad recipes work whether you’re using up your last few hard-cooked eggs from Easter or just looking for a new way to serve hard-cooked eggs.
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These days there are many different brands and types of olive oil available. While deciding on a brand is a matter of preference, the classifications of olive oil can help narrow down the choices. They are set by the International Olive Oil Council (IOOC) and include:
• Olive oil is a blend that usually contains about [...]
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With or without marinating, vinegar adds flavor to many dishes. When that vinegar is balsamic, it adds a fruity flavor to food—similar to cooking with wine but without the alcohol.
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Honey-Glazed Pork Tenderloin
1/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 pork tenderloins, about 3/4 [...]
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