CLASSIC DINER MEAT LOAF

Here's a traditional recipe for a family favorite. Buy the leanest ground beef you can find for this home-style meat loaf.   MAKES 8 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES INGREDIENTS ⅔ cup fat-free milk ½ cup refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed 2 cups soft whole wheat bread crumbs 2 green onions, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano, crushed ¼ teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 ½ pounds 90% or higher lean ground beef ¼ cup ketchup 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 clove garlic, minced METHOD STEP 1 Preheat oven to...

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CHICKEN & SUN-DRIED TOMATO ORZO

Sun-dried tomatoes and Romano cheese pack a flavorful punch along with the tantalizing aroma of fresh marjoram in this rustic Italian-inspired dish.   MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 30 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 8 ounces orzo, preferably whole-wheat 1 cup water 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, (not oil-packed), divided 1 plum tomato, diced 1 clove garlic, peeled 3 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram, divided 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar 2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed (1-1 1/4 pounds) ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 9-ounce package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed ½ cup...

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VEGETARIAN SPINACH ENCHILADAS

This vegetarian enchilada recipe is weeknight-fast when you skip the step of filling and rolling the enchiladas and make a stacked enchilada casserole instead.   MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 45 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes 1 small onion, chopped 3 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chiles , divided ¼ teaspoon salt 1 ½ cups low-fat, reduced-sodium cottage cheese 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided 1 bunch scallions, sliced, white and green parts separated ½ teaspoon garlic powder 8 6-inch corn tortillas METHOD STEP 1 Preheat oven to 450...

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BACON-WRAPPED CHICKEN WITH ROASTED ZUCCHINI

We wrap tender chicken with strips of bacon that crisp up when placed under the broiler. It's a fast recipe for a satisfying, healthy meal.   MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 35 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 2 (8 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and halved 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil plus 1 tablespoon divided 1 teaspoon dried thyme, divided ½ teaspoon salt, divided ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided 4 slices bacon 1 ½ pounds zucchini and/or summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 small onion, halved and sliced METHOD STEP 1 Position racks in upper and lower third...

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