"To make my pasta-fied version of spanakopita, you’ll make a purée of spinach, garlic, oregano, feta, and olive oil, and spike it with lemon juice. This bright green sauce coats the pasta. It’s ...

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This simple cooking tutorial demonstrates how to prepare a comforting and nutritious chicken stew using a slow cooker, perfect for a lighter meal during any season. The process involves layering fresh ...

2. In a medium pot, heat ghee on high until it melts, 30 to 90 seconds. Stir in ginger and garlic and cook until the smell of raw garlic dissipates, about 30 seconds. Add onion and continue cooking, ...

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After serving up this soup to a group of friends one of the diners wanted to marry me because it’s that good haha. The recipe mimics a bouillabaisse but I’ ...

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Impress the family with your own broiled lamb chops. On the side, you'll further make a good impression with creamy mashed ...

Colorful cherry pie cups (see recipe) are an easy dessert. PLAN AHEAD: Save enough mashed potato bake and cherry pie cups for Monday. SHOPPING LIST: Lamb chops, baking potatoes, skim milk, reduced-fat ...