Make a double batch and freeze it for a quick healthy dinner.
Serve the stew with couscous and steamed broccoli.
Toasting the orzo before adding the broth adds another layer of flavor.

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Enchilada sauce ranges from mild to hot.
We like the earthy flavor of red enchilada sauce, but green enchilada sauce works well too.
For a slightly different spin, substitute yellow squash for the zucchini and a poblano for the bell pepper.

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Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad.
If you want to keep it mild, opt for a milder taco seasoning and skip the jalapenos.
The corn tortillas crisp up under the broiler, adding crunch to go with the creamy filling.

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If you enjoy a bit of spiciness, opt for hot salsa or chipotle salsa for some smoky undertones.
Tomatillo salsa works well, too, adding tang and a fresh flavor to this easy skillet dinner.
Giving lemons a quick sizzle in the skillet amps up the flavor of this piccata-inspired dish.

The heat helps release even more citrus juice and sweetens it too.
When shopping for scallops, look for ones labeled “dry.”
The addition of tomato sauce helps thicken and flavor the broth.

Serve with breadsticks for dunking.
The extra dressing is delicious served with grilled vegetables.
Serve with your favorite hot sauce, tortilla chips and a cold beer.

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Serve with a cold beer and vinegar-dressed slaw.
Paired with beans, it makes a filling vegetarian meal.
Mashing some of the beans and hominy thickens this slow-cooker posole and releases more of their earthy flavor.

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You may add garlic and dried chiles to bring depth of flavor as well.
you’re able to find it near the bacon at many grocery stores.
Cilantro Bean Burgers with Creamy Avocado-Lime Slaw
Lighten up your burger!

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Bean patties have less saturated fat and more fiber than beef patties.

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