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Create kid-friendly meals using canned foods (Family Features) Back-to-school season means busy schedules filled with extracurricular activities, homework and carpools. It can be challenging to…

Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 6 slices bacon 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded (2…

(Family Features) Burgers and brats have earned a spot in the backyard barbecue hall of fame, no doubt, but if you’re looking for a different…

Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 25 minutes 2 blood oranges 1 fennel bulb, stalks discarded, bulb halved, cored, and sliced thin 1/4 cup pitted brine-cured…

(Family Features) From backyard barbecues and family picnics to a bright addition to seasonal recipes, sweet cherries not only provide a boost of flavor but…

Serves 4 All-purpose flour, for the work surface 1/2 sheet frozen puff pastry (one-quarter of a 17.3-ounce package) thawed 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes,…

Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (3 cups) 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro 2…

Servings: 48 Start to finish: 1 hour, 5 minutes 8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (2 cups) 1 1/2 cups (7 1/2 ounces) all-purpose flour…

(Family Features) Grilling season provides ample opportunities to put flavorful fare on the table, but it doesn’t have to be a lengthy cooking process. By…

Makes 4 servings 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1 egg 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 pound lean ground turkey…

(Family Features) Bringing over family and friends for a backyard barbecue is a classic way to show appreciation to loved ones. Celebrate the summer by…

(Family Features) Pizza and dessert are two things nearly any crowd can agree on. Combining classic rocky road ingredients – chocolate, marshmallows and peanuts –…

Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour, 25 minutes 1 cup short-grain brown rice 1 cup baby spinach 3/4 cup frozen shelled edamame beans, thawed…

Serves 2 1/2 pound potatoes, scrubbed but unpeeled 2 pinches paprika Oil water spray (see below) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 pieces smoked…

Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 1 hour, 45 minutes 1/2 cup pine nuts 4 garlic cloves, peeled 11/2 teaspoons smoked hot paprika 1 teaspoon salt…

(Family Features) Backyard barbecues and family picnics are plentiful during the summer months, so chances are good you’ll host (or attend) at least one event…

(Family Features) It wouldn’t be summer without a fresh fruit pie. Sink your teeth into sweetness with every bite of this Fresh Strawberry Pie. Find…

Servings: 4 Start to finish: 40 minutes 4 (8-inch) pita breads 1/2 onion, chopped coarse 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried 4…

Yield: 6 to 8 servings For the bread pudding: 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter, for greasing 1 pound brioche bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes 8 eggs…

(Family Features) During the season for outdoor parties, reunions, picnics and delicious desserts, try bringing a new dish to the table with a recipe like…

Servings: 4 Start to finish: 50 minutes Pork: 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile…

Servings: 4 Start to finish: 45 minutes 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce 3/4…

Makes 5 dozen 1 cup sugar, plus extra for coating dough 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1 cup Crisco Butter Flavor Shortening 1…

(Family Features) Whether firing up the grill for a pool party, barbecue or even just a weeknight meal, one thing’s for sure: summertime means grilling…

Serves 2 1 large garlic clove 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled 2 teaspoons teriyaki sauce 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar 1 cod fillet, about…

Yield: 16 servings 1 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1/4-inch pieces 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium…

Makes 8 servings 4 cups sliced hulled strawberries 4 cups diced rhubarb (about 5 stalks), cut into 1/2-inch dice 11/2 cups granulated sugar 2 tablespoons…

Makes 4 servings 3 6-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breast halves Cooking spray 1 6-ounce package fresh baby spinach 1 cup crumbled goat cheese 1 cup…

Family Features) Fire up your summer cookouts with crowd-pleasing kebabs, which are easy to prepare and fun to experiment with because you can use nearly…

Makes 4 1-cup servings 11/2 cups chocolate soy milk 3 ounces chopped dark chocolate 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-processed 2 tablespoons bee pollen 2…

1 pint mayonnaise 2/3 cup dill pickle relish 2 tablespoons white onion, minced 1 ounce lemon juice Pickle juice to taste Mix ingredients together, refrigerate…

Simplify Your Grilling Routine this Summer (Family Features) Summer is typically a busy time for families, making those moments you spend together all the more…

(Family Features) A perfect addition to your brunch table, these savory Mini Ham and Avocado Biscuit Sliders are quick and easy to make. For even…

Serves 6 2 cups water 1 tablespoon seafood base 1/3 cup butter 2/3 cup flour 2 cups heavy whipping cream 4 egg yolks, beaten 11/2…

Serves 4 1 pound stewing lamb 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried…

Yields 64 Crust 21/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 cups butter or margarine, melted Filling 3 cups pecan…

(Serves 4) 1 pound ground beef (93% lean or leaner) 1 cup minced sweet onion 1 cup minced green bell pepper 1 can (141/2 ounces)…

(Family Features) Adding more fruits and vegetables is one of the simplest ways to make at-home meals healthier for your family. Focusing your plate on…

(Serves 16 to 20; makes about 2 cups mustard butter) For the ham: 11/2 cups packed dark brown sugar 1/4 cup brandy 2 tablespoons grainy…

Yield: Four, 1-cup servings 1 cup light coconut milk 1 cup diced pineapple 1/3 cup lightly packed shredded unsweetened coconut 1/4 cup whey protein powder…

Makes 6 servings 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs 1/3 cup reduced-fat garlic-herb spreadable cheese 2 green onions, chopped 41/2 teaspoons lemon juice 11/2 teaspoons grated…

Serves 6 11/2 pounds new potatoes, about 15 Kosher salt and black pepper 4 slices bacon 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar…

Serves 4 1 slice sandwich bread, torn into pieces 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 scallions, sliced Kosher salt and black pepper 4 boneless pork chops…

Servings: 4 Start to finish: 50 minutes 4 portobello mushroom caps (4 to 5 inches in diameter), gills removed 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3…

(Family Features) Lemon is one of many popular tastes of summer. Enjoy a citrus burst with every bite of these Glazed Lemon Cookies. Find more…

Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 1 hour 30 minutes (plus 30 minutes salting time) Chimichurri Sauce: 1/4 cup hot water 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1…

Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 50 minutes 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons juice 1 small garlic clove, minced 1 (15-ounce) can navy…

(Family Features) During the season for outdoor parties, reunions, picnics and delicious desserts, try bringing a new dish to the table with a recipe like…

Servings: 6 Start to finish: 2 hours 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon ground coriander…

Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 2 hours 15 minutes (plus 1 hour refrigeration time) 8-10 (1/2 inch-thick) slices French or Italian bread 4 tablespoons unsalted…