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A rich and hearty posole is the perfect vegetarian meal for a chilly Fall evening. Thanks to the green chilies, this version packs a spicy, warming punch. Most of the ingredients are common pantry items, and the thick soup comes together in a quick 20 minutes. The recipe calls for fresh lime juice and fragrant cilantro as garnish, but feel free to top with your favorite Mexican fixings.

Thinly sliced radishes and finely grated cheese are equally divine add-ons. To learn the technique, read more

Broiling is a cooking technique that is often reserved for crisping bread or last minute re-heating. However, it's a wonderful way to cook fish. Fleshy salmon fillets require little time under the broiler before they are flaky and succulent. Topped with a chunky, no-cook sauce, this salmon is simple and delicious. Be careful when broiling and pay attention to the fish, as burning can occur easily. To make this broiled salmon tonight, you'll need the recipe so read more

If you have a meat and potato lover in your life, try to incorporate some fish into their diet with this recipe. Served with potatoes, this fish is topped with a fragrant coconut milk, green curry sauce. The fish — smothered in the sauce — has no "fishy" flavor. Despite the exotic ingredients, no unusual cooking techniques are used and this meal comes together rapidly. To take a peek at the recipe, read more

In honor of today being Mardi Gras, make a quick cooking gumbo for dinner. Serving a traditional dish is a great way to familiarize your family with different culture's cuisines. Gumbo is a Creole specialty with okra, onions, celery, and bell pepper. In this rapid version, canned corn and beef broth add flavor. The catfish is cooked in the sauce and the entire dish is seasoned with hot sauce. To experiment with the recipe, read more

When the weather is cold and stormy, cooking a fragrant and exotic meal is a delicious way to awaken your senses. A chicken curry, rich with lemongrass and ginger, is an excellent dish that will tantalize your tastebuds. The thick smell will warm your kitchen and the colorful sweet potatoes and carrots will brighten your plate. Coconut milk provides a lush texture and red chili flakes add a touch of heat. For the recipe, read more

If your Christmas was anything like mine, the last thing you feel like doing is cooking. Paradoxically, the only thing that sounds appetizing is something homemade and comforting. Don't worry I have the perfect meal for you! This simple rice dish uses up leftover turkey and veggies. Throw whatever you have lying around into the pot, add some cheese and voila! Instant meal in minutes with minimal work. Get the recipe now, just read more

When I was a little girl, my parents would often take us on a ride out to Bodega Bay. The highlight of these trips was always a stop at a little Italian dive restaurant where we would get minestrone soup. After a day at the beach nothing tasted better than the warm, hearty soup. To re-create these memories, I now enjoy making minestrone in my own kitchen.

It's a classic soup that is simple to prepare and always delicious. It's wonderful as a first course or scrumptious as an entrée. I found two recipes one is easy and quick, and the other is difficult and slow. If you are short on time, prepare the beginner, but if you have a Sunday stretched out in front of you, give the expert version a whirl. For both vegetarian recipes all you have to do is read more

Serving a hearty salad as a main dish is a wonderful way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. Dressed with your favorite sundried tomato vinaigrette, and topped with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, this salad is a wonderful combination of two beloved salads: the classic cobb and the tasty taco. If you're cooking for a man who complains about a vegetarian salad for dinner, throw on some shredded rotisserie chicken or grilled, thinly sliced steak. You'll find the recipe if you read more

Hump day, the middle of the week, Wednesday whatever you want to call it, is the hardest day for me to find motivation. Motivation to work, exercise, and cook. That's why I like to keep the dinners especially easy. Tonight's classic chicken Caesar salad wrap can actually be prepared in 10 minutes! How's that for a quick fix? There is no cooking involved, the chicken is store bought and the salad dressing is your favorite brand of bottled Caesar. These tangy wrapped sandwiches are perfect for a meal on the go. I know you all love a good Caesar salad, so get the recipe - read more