Stir in 4 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from heat and let stand, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Photo:Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Natalie Ghazali Serve sprinkled with 2 tablespoons chives. Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Natalie Ghazali Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Natalie Ghazali

Smoky chipotle is the star of this one-skillet chicken thigh recipe. Great for weeknight dinners, this can be on the table in under 30 minutes. Serve with tortillas or over rice or low-carb cauliflower rice with a simple cabbage slaw. Add chicken and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, flipping once, until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and onion to the pan....

Drain pasta; set aside. Meanwhile, in an extra-large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of the oil over medium-high heat. Add shallots, garlic, and crushed red pepper; cook 30 seconds. Sprinkle chicken breast strips with black pepper; add to skillet. Cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink. Using a slotted spoon, transfer chicken to a plate; cover with foil and keep warm. Add cooked pasta; toss to coat. Cook and stir 2 minutes....

If you like the Mexican corn dish known as esquites, you’ll love this creamy corn casserole. Lightly coat a 7-by-11-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Photo: Greg DuPree Add corn and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lime zest and lime juice. Transfer half of the corn mixture to a blender; add milk....

This creamy cucumber salad is an easy side dish for any summer BBQ. Bright dill and white-wine vinegar add fresh tartness to cucumbers and red onions. Enjoy this salad the day you prepare it so the ingredients don’t turn watery. Add cucumbers and onion; toss to coat. Tips To make ahead: Refrigerate for up to 1 day. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

Is Cucumber Soup Healthy? Cucumbers are packed with antioxidants that can help improve skin health and lower inflammation. From keeping your heart healthy to helping youlose weight, avocados are a healthy addition to your diet. Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Claire Spollen Cucumber soup can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 4 hours. Add garlic and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 1 to 4 minutes....

A mix of cool, crunchy vegetables gives this healthy salad satisfying bite for a perfect potluck side. Add cucumber, tomatoes, radishes and onion and toss to coat. Garnish with more chives and dill, if desired. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

Cutting mayonnaise with yogurt is an excellent technique for reducing calories and fat. Here, it makes a simple sauce that goes perfectly with delicate preparations. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

This creamy feta-and-tomato pasta puts a satisfying vegetarian dinner on the table using only 5 simple ingredients. Cherry tomatoes are a go-to when tomato season is not at its peak. Grape tomatoes provide a sweet and juicy alternative, ensuring a satisfying and flavorful meal. Photo:Photographer: Greg DuPree, Prop stylist: Shell Royster, Food stylist: Emily Hall During the last 2 minutes of cooking, stir in spinach. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water....

Mint and peas are a natural pairing in this creamy pasta dish. It works well as a vegetarian main dish or can be divided into smaller portions as a side dish. If you have pine nuts on hand, sprinkle them over the top for a little crunch. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Parmesan cheese grated fresh with a microplane grater will give you the best results....

This recipe is an irresistible bowl-scraper. you might have this easy, comforting spring dish on your table in about 30 minutes. Nutrition Notes Is Orzo Pasta Healthy? Photo: Photographer / Brie Passano, Food Stylist / Annie Probst, Prop Stylist / Holly Raibikis Orzois a rice-shaped pasta that is perfect for recipes like this one. Pasta can certainly fit into a healthy, varied diet. Using whole-wheat pasta will bump up the fiber a bit compared to pasta made with refined white flour....

Yogurt makes a fine substitute for cream in the sauce for this easy pasta recipe. Just warm the yogurt (do not boil) and add some pasta-cooking water to thin it out. Lemon and fresh basil brighten up the whole-wheat pasta and complement the shrimp in this quick dinner recipe. Add fettuccine, stirring to separate the noodles. Cook until just tender, 7 to 9 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water and drain....

This ultra-fast creamy lemon chicken is perfect for busy weeknights. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Transfer the chicken to a plate. Photo: Jason Donnelly Add shallot and garlic to the pan. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Increase heat to medium-high and add broth. Cook until reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Return the chicken to the pan and turn to coat with the sauce. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges, if desired....