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Chopped Salad Niçoise

A great stand in for classic potato salad, this potato, bean, and tuna salad has it all. Asparagus, artichoke hearts, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, olives, and a mustard-lemon vinaigrette give you the perfect blend of colors, textures, flavors, and versatility to make your summer sing.

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  • salad
  • main course
  • potatoes
  • eggs
  • pressure cooker
  • asparagus
  • lemon
  • mustard
  • dressing
  • artichokes
  • cucumbers
  • tomatoes
  • onions
  • olives
  • canned beans
  • tuna
  • make ahead
  • picnic
  • summer

Peanut Butter Cup Oatmeal Bars

These tasty bars make a perfect potluck offering, picnic dessert, or graduation party buffet table treasure. A maple syrup sweetened oatmeal crust gets layered with a creamy peanut butter layer and then topped with dark chocolate before being chilled a bit and sliced.

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  • desserts
  • bars
  • oatmeal
  • coconut oil
  • maple syrup
  • peanut butter
  • dark chocolate
  • make ahead
  • entertaining
  • party
  • potlucks
  • picnic

Clever Cassoulet

Split up some of the steps in this multi-step French stew/casserole. The result? Blissful comfort food and a clever way to reduce and spread out the effort. Blend roasted chicken and seared sausage with creamy white beans and all the aromatics that get braised together in a hot oven.

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  • stews
  • dried beans
  • chicken
  • smoked sausage
  • pressure cooker
  • roasting
  • braising
  • oven
  • stovetop
  • comfort food
  • make ahead

Red Cabbage Pomegranate Salad

The combination of red cabbage, beauty heart radish, and pomegranate make this salad a lesson in adding some stunning color to a plate. What's more, it's absolutely delicious with crunch and pops of juicy pomegranate arils in every bite. You'll be wanting to keep this recipe in your must make menu list.

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  • salad
  • cabbage
  • pomegranate
  • radish
  • kohlrabi
  • almonds
  • dressing
  • lemon
  • make ahead
  • healthy cooking

Curried Everything Cole Slaw

A little bit of everything brings all the color, flavor, and texture to a plate that's yearning to embrace the new season. Everything from two kinds of cabbage and shredded red daikon to green beans and crisp apple come together with a curried salad dressing to make this cole slaw pop.

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  • salad
  • cole slaw
  • cabbage
  • apples
  • carrots
  • green beans
  • daikon
  • pomegranate
  • seeds
  • dressing
  • curry
  • make ahead

Dark Chocolate Trail Mix Bark

Dark chocolate gets swirled with a ribbon of creamy white chocolate and then sprinkled with a generous mix of dried fruit and nuts for a perfect bark. Everything from almonds and pepitas to dried cherries and cranberries make an appearance in this beautiful candy.

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  • chocolate
  • sheet pan
  • microwave
  • dried fruit
  • nuts
  • seeds
  • quick
  • make ahead
  • special occasion
  • candy
  • bark

Chicken Tabbouleh

This main dish version of a popular Middle Eastern salad is packed with so much flavor, color, and texture you will forget that it's also healthy for you! Packed with everything from protein-rich chicken and almonds to crunchy cucumbers and peppers, it's a perfect lunch or dinner recipe.

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  • salad
  • main course
  • world cuisine
  • bulgur
  • chicken
  • lemon
  • cucumbers
  • tomatoes
  • almonds
  • healthy cooking
  • make ahead

Spring Roll Chicken Salad

A perfect salad that eats like a meal, looks like a rainbow, and tastes like your favorite Asian takeout. Get ready for a new favorite make ahead lunch or dinner. Have it as a salad, inside a wrap, or even tucked into lettuce for a healthy meal in your New Year.

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  • salad
  • chicken
  • rice noodles
  • cabbage
  • lettuce
  • carrots
  • cucumbers
  • edamame
  • peanuts
  • make ahead
  • healthy cooking
  • quick cooking

Prep Ahead Fruits of the Forest Crisp

Prepare the two parts of this easy crisp in advance for a quick and easy cozy dessert throughout the holiday season. A beautiful and bright fruit filling and a buttery oatmeal crisp topping can be made in advance and baked together in containers ranging from individual ramekins to full baking dishes for the season's favorite treat.

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  • freezer
  • refrigerator
  • make ahead
  • berries
  • apples
  • rhubarb
  • crisp
  • desserts
  • entertaining

Apple Chai Muffins

Tons of autumn seasonings, crisp apples, cream cheese, and more combine to bring the best of the season to your breakfast or brunch table. These tender muffins are also perfect for enjoying with an afternoon cup of coffee or tea. Embrace the season by baking some today.

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  • muffins
  • apples
  • apple cider
  • spices
  • cream cheese
  • autumn
  • baking
  • make ahead
  • freezer
  • breakfast
  • brunch
  • snacks

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