Guiding Stars

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Five-Spice-Braised Chicken and Mushrooms

Mild-mannered mushrooms and chicken are the perfect canvas for flavor boosters like oyster sauce and sesame oil.

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Green Curry with Chicken

Pantry stars like coconut milk and curry paste liven up simple green beans and chicken in this fast and flavorful weeknight meal.

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Ketchup-Glazed Chicken(with video)

Sweet but tangy and loved by all, ketchup takes center stage in this simple grilled chicken dish served over fluffy grains.

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Broccoli and Mozzarella Stromboli(with video)

Let the kids help put together this cheesy dinner by asking them to sprinkle the veggies and mozzarella over the dough and brush the oil over the pastry before baking.

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Creamy Spaghetti with Mushrooms

This creamy, dreamy pasta dinner combines the brightness of lemon with the earthiness of baby bella mushrooms, aka criminis.

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Red Pepper and Corn Soup with Spanish Rice

Paprika brings smokiness to this satisfying soup that gets its heartiness from corn and rice.

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Slow Cooker Potato Soup

This thick and hearty soup hides mild cauliflower. Let kids dress up their bowls with an array of garnishes like Cheddar cheese or crackers.

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Tortilla Chip Casserole

What better way to sneak in veggies than under a blanket of chips and cheese? Grated zucchini is another way to add nutrients to any dish.

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Veggie Egg Rolls

Baked not fried, these crispy, crunchy handheld treats hide loads of veggies inside and are served with a sweet dipping sauce that makes them great for kids.

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Roasted Mushrooms with Garlic-Thyme Butter

For this sensational side, mix up different kinds of mushrooms for the most flavor and texture.

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Tomato-Braised Green Beans

On nights when you’re craving Italian but don’t feel like indulging in a full carb-fest, try this flavorful side. We love it paired with steak.

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Mixed Berry–Spinach Smoothies

The pink-purple hue of the fruit disguises the spinach, while vanilla extract tricks taste buds into thinking there’s more sugar than there is.

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Peanut Butter Oats

This hearty snack works equally well as a filling midafternoon treat or an easy breakfast.

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Garlicky Beans and Greens over Toast

Crunchy toast soaks up the garlic-scented liquid in this delightful vegetarian dinner.

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Mulled Cider

Warm up with a mug of this spiced apple cider that’s loaded with all the flavors of fall. For the adults, add a splash of bourbon or dark rum and enjoy by the fire.

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Pumpkin Pie Spice Oatmeal

Put this dish together the night before and let the oats cook overnight, so you can wake up to a breakfast the whole family will enjoy.

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Cincinnati Chili Spaghetti(with video)

A mound of pasta piled high with a quick-simmered sauce and grated Cheddar is comfort food at its best in this Ohio classic.

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Broiled Tilapia with Olives and Peppers

A vibrant relish with crunchy sweet bell peppers, briny olives, and herbs brings flavor to this mild fish.