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Turkey Stock

Turkey Stock

Yes, it’s time you turn into that person that asks your Thanksgiving host whether they’re going to do anything with that turkey carcass. You take it, and you make this delicious stock, and then use it as a base for soup, to cook your rice, or really uplevel some 50-cent ramen.

Cucumber Caesar Salad

Cucumber Caesar Salad

A nice, refreshing, crunchy alternative to a classic Caesar salad, with a super flavorful dressing.

Creamy Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Shrimp Pasta

This recipe is fast, simple, and the shrimp turns out perfectly cooked and very tasty. Perfect with a mixed green salad or some bright, lemony green beans

Kale with Preserved Lemons & Yogurt

Kale with Preserved Lemons & Yogurt

The preserved lemon gives a bright burst of flavor to this sauteed kale dish, topped with walnuts for a satisfying crunch.

Kielbasa & Corn Chowder

Kielbasa & Corn Chowder

A hearty, slightly sweet chowder with the delicious bite of kielbasa. Canned corn means this is a fairly quick soup that will come together in under an hour.

Ted Lasso’s Secret Shortbread

Ted Lasso’s Secret Shortbread

Next time you’re coaching a sport you know very little about and need to win over your boss, these “biscuits” will do just the trick.

Good Ol’ Sloppy Joes

Good Ol’ Sloppy Joes

Few things are more satisfying than delicious comfort food like Sloppy Joes. This recipe uses jarred roasted peppers, but you can substitute fresh if you like.

Tilapia with Peach Salsa

Tilapia with Peach Salsa

A quick, light dish that’s bursting with flavor. You can serve the peach salsa warm or cool, and you can even use frozen peach slices.

Napa Cabbage and Cucumber Salad

Napa Cabbage and Cucumber Salad

A light, simple, refreshing salad that’s a perfect alternative to a heavier cole slaw. The crunch and tang pairs well with everything from barbecue to Asian-inspried rice dishes.

Sweet Potato & Sausage Skillet with Salsa

Sweet Potato & Sausage Skillet with Salsa

It sounds like an odd combination, but this is a hearty, delicious meal that goes well with rice, beans, chips, or avocado.