All About "american" and "dinners"

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Turkey Potpie

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The familiar blend of poultry, vegetables and pastry is a comforting part of American food culture, but traditional versions are not as nourishing as the cozy name implies. Our enlightened potpie uses reduced-fat sour cream to...

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Southwestern Steak & Peppers

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This juicy spice-crusted steak gets finished with a dynamite sauce made with an unusual ingredient--coffee, which adds depth and richness to the dish. Slice the steak very thinly across the grain to ensure the most tender results.

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Picnic Oven-Fried Chicken

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Whether you take it along on a picnic or serve it at home for a family supper, this updated "fried" chicken is a crowd pleaser. Marinating the chicken in buttermilk keeps it juicy, and the light coating of flour, sesame seeds and...

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Green Beans with Bacon & Hazelnuts

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The toasted smoky flavors in this fast saute make it a warm addition to any winter meal.

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Crispy Potatoes with Green Beans & Eggs

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This is a one-skillet meal, reminiscent of diner fare at roadside restaurants across the U.S. It can be made with either leftover or raw potatoes.

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Roasted Apple & Cheddar Salad

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Roasted apples and Cheddar cheese turn an ordinary mixed green salad into something extra-special. You can use pears for this recipe as well.

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Vermont Cheddar Mashed Yukon Golds

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Extra-sharp Cheddar and buttermilk add a tangy punch to these potatoes. And, yes, we may be a bit biased, but we prefer Vermont Cheddar cheese.

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Buttermilk-Herb Mashed Potatoes

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Simmering a garlic clove with the potato infuses it with flavor. Use whatever fresh herbs you have in your refrigerator.

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Grilled Chicken & Polenta with Nectarine-Blackberry Salsa

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Grilled nectarines and fresh blackberries turn into a summery salsa to top cumin-rubbed chicken and polenta in a dish that’s special enough for weeknight entertaining. Make it a meal: Serve with a spinach salad and a crisp glass...

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Golden Baked Pork Cutlets

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These quick breaded pork cutlets conjure the comforting flavors and golden crust of that "shake-in-the-bag" stuff with just a few wholesome ingredients. Cutting the pork into long fillets make them quick-cooking.

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