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Barbecue Chicken Salad with Beans and Avocado

pook — Thu, 28 May 2026 21:20:00 +0000

This Barbecue Chicken Salad is loaded with smoky chicken thighs, chickpeas, sweet corn, tomatoes, creamy avocado, and fresh mozzarella tossed in a tangy BBQ dressing. It’s high in protein, easy to prep ahead, and sturdy enough to last several days in the fridge without getting soggy. I’ve included substitutions, variations, and a few tips along...

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Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

pook — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000

This creamy chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food. Made from scratch, it’s ready from start to finish in about an hour. It is creamy, filled with vegetables, and finished with a sprinkling of fresh herbs. The perfect soup when you need something cozy to warm you up. I’ll give you variations and substitutions...

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Bulgur Wheat Salad with Chickpeas

pook — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:40:00 +0000

Bulgur wheat salad with chickpeas, red onion and pine nuts is packed with flavor. It’s also fast and easy, making it a hit for weeknight dinners. This tasty dish is ready in less than 30 minutes. Chewy, roasted chickpeas and toasted pine nuts are tossed with bulgur or cracked wheat, sautéed with sweet red onions...

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The best beef barley soup recipe

pook — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 22:15:00 +0000

Chilly winter evenings call for a bowl of this hearty beef barley soup recipe, full of vegetables and a rich tomatoey broth. Tender chunks of meat and vegetables are simmered in a tangy and deeply flavored broth. A basket of buttermilk biscuits would be the perfect side for this comfort food. You may also be interested in my chicken noodle...

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Classic chicken noodle soup recipe

pook — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 22:00:00 +0000

Classic chicken noodle soup is the epitome of the “cure all soup”. It is comforting and delicious, and it is what we crave when we’re under the weather. Knowing how to make an excellent pot of soup from scratch is a useful skill to have in your back pocket. I’ll give you variations and substitutions where...

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Red wine braised short ribs recipe

pook — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 17:45:00 +0000

This recipe for red wine braised short ribs is perfect for chilly evenings when you crave a comforting meal. Cooked low and slow in the oven, these soft and flavorful short ribs fall right off the bone. Serve them over buttery mashed potatoes with plenty of red wine sauce. I’ll give you variations and substitutions where I...

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Slow cooker apple bourbon pulled pork

pook — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 20:00:00 +0000

Apple bourbon pulled pork is slow-cooked until fall apart tender. Boneless pork butt is coated with a dry rub, then placed in the Crock-Pot with apple cider and bourbon. Combine tender, shredded pork with your favorite BBQ sauce for the perfect pulled pork sandwiches. I’ll give you variations and substitutions where I can, plus helpful...

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The best stuffed squash recipes

pook — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 20:00:00 +0000

Stuffed squash recipes are the perfect cool weather supper. Whether you’re looking for a hearty and delicious weeknight dinner, or thinking ahead to your Thanksgiving table, stuffed squash recipes are right at home. This time of the year, we are all looking for cozy, filling meals that are also good for us. Squash – whether they...

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20 easy soup recipes for dinner

pook — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

If you are a soup lover, this list of 20 easy soup recipes for dinner is for you. Homemade soup is my dinner go to. When I can’t figure out what I want to eat, I know that I can have a pot of soup made in about 30 minutes. For me, food in bowls...

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Red curry Hubbard squash soup with coconut

pook — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 10:45:00 +0000

Silky Hubbard squash soup with coconut milk and red curry paste is so full of flavor and simple to prepare. It’s a delicious twist on a fall classic. Fragrant with lemongrass and lime leaves, this fall soup recipe will be one of your favorite Hubbard squash recipes. Curried squash soup is easy enough for a...

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