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If lunches have you feeling bored, skip the leftovers and opt for planned-overs. The difference? Leftovers means having the same thing you had the other day. Planned-overs means making sure you have the right combination of items on hand to make something new.

Have you ever heard the phrase "easy as pie"? I sometimes think that phrase is most often uttered by people who have not made pie. But if you happened to opt for a ready-made crust, you could have a pie made for later in about ten minutes!

Sometimes, you need a quick breakfast treat. Sometimes, you need a decadent brunch accompaniment. Sometimes, you want a fun lunch item. Sometimes, dinner needs something beyond a roll. Fortunately, one fantastic savory muffin has you covered.

If dinner takes only a half hour to assemble, take advantage of the extra time in the dinner hour to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Nothing says al fresco quite like a spicy sandwich with onion rings and a fresh salad.

What can food-loving families do to steer the family toward living a healthier lifestyle complete with better eating habits, exercise routines and mental wellness? Actually, quite a lot. Get a few great ideas to get you and your family started.

It's the 4th of July and if you're in the US, it means Independence Day. Enjoy the potluck picnics and backyard barbecues. No? The house is too (dirty, small, unfinished, etc.)? Well, I have a few things to say about taking the opportunity, looking past imperfections, and enjoying the art of scruffy hospitality.

What's the difference between coffee cake and a snack cake … or is there one? You'll find yourself not really caring once you have a slice of this decadent, crumb-topped cake featuring tangy rhubarb over a rich cake crust.

If you think coleslaw is just a side dish, dress it up with extra ingredients, including tender sautéed salmon. Before you know it, you'll be turning to this simple dish for everything from brunch to dinner and everything in between!

We all get busy and it seems like summer, while it would be wonderful for relaxing in the hammock in the backyard, is just as busy or busier than every other season. So this year, we're going to be sharing some special meal ideas that can be on the table in 30 minutes.

Simple desserts are sometimes the best, especially when you have fresh strawberries on hand. Highlight seasonal fruit with a three ingredient dip that will have you feeling like you're dipping those berries into decadent chocolate mousse!

Pizza for breakfast? College kids have been doing it for decades! Add a bit of elegance to yours by topping it with breakfast favorites like eggs and bacon and giving it a fun twist with pesto, goat cheese, and fresh watercress. Now it's brunch-ready!

With summer weather upon us, many are pining for campfire comfort food like s'mores. But you can enjoy the essence of these treats any time of the year no matter the weather when you make these decadent bars.

Technically cooked in a sauté pan, you could also put together this great dinner in a large skillet and feast on tender Italian sausage and some of the best fresh vegetables this fine season has to offer!

When weekends roll around, there's an expectation that decadent breakfasts will be par for the course. That's an easy expectation to meet when you have simple baked crepes like these on the menu. You can even assemble them ahead of time and bake them in the morning!

If you have a little time to shred and slice some vegetables, a simple sushi bowl is mere minutes away. When hot weather has you avoiding the oven, dishes like this are a home chef's best friend.

You can never have enough bacon, so show off your love for the crispy treat with a fun party for all ages. Between the food, decor, and activities, you will be a sizzling host.

Casseroles are comfort food and have a special place in our culinary lineup. However, when spring has us swooning and wanting to venture outdoors, how can you still find a place for those traditional favorites? Put 'em in pockets and head for the hills!

When my daughter's favorite cafeteria offering inspires dinner, everyone wins. Get a delicious, healthy salad recipe that blends a lot of fun with a lot of flavor and get dinner on the table in about a half an hour.

Not everyone is born a pit master. Barbecue pros have to learn from someone, whether the barbecue tradition is passed down through the family or it's learned in the restaurant business. So what can you do? These are the tips you need to take your backyard grilled cuisine to the next level.

Lentils are a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, but their versatile nature allows them to blend into a multitude of great world cuisines. This time around, actually blending is used to incorporate them into a fantastically flavorful Tex-Mex soup.

Boneless pork chops are too easy to dry out to the point of tasting like sawdust. Instead, give them the light treatment and serve them topped with amazing onions caramelized and coated in a balsamic glaze. Chops never had it so good!

A 3-Star Michelin meal is described as exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey. Find out more about why this rating means so much and follow these tips to make a meal that has your guests wanting to come back for more.

Summer makes me think of fancy cocktails made with coconut cream and tangy citrus. So get a head start on that combination by incorporating it into a simple bundt cake that is perfect at the end of a meal or in the afternoon with coffee.

If you have 20 minutes and a few items on hand, dinner is served! Let sun-dried tomatoes in oil star in your next mid-week meal and forget about the fuss and rush that sometimes clog our busy weeks. It's time to grab some delicious pasta and a glass of chilled wine and savor your dinner.

I like taking a late-morning coffee break. And often, when I do that, I like having something along with my coffee. One of my favorite options is a fruity muffin with just a little chocolate. Now, the next time you take a coffee break, you can have the same!

Fish tacos can be a delicious, healthy meal, but not if you load them up with lots of fat. If you think that's the only way to end up with crunchy fish, this post is just for you. Get crunchy, tasty morsels of fish for your tacos without a lot of fuss or fat!

When it comes time for birthdays or other special occasions, you don't have to reach for specialty baking pans. Just make cupcakes and start building the cake you want. Here, we offer one option and go through it step-by-step.

Picnic season is upon us and it's time to work great portable meal ideas into our regular rotation here at Seasoned Cooking. With more sunshine and warmth on the way, we're serving up Thai Chicken Wraps this time around.

When I don't really feel like cooking, I am also usually not feeling like going out or buying food either. So I solve my dilemma by putting together a quick pasta meal that comes together in about the same time it takes to cook and drain a pot of pasta. Presto! Dinner's done.