EASY SHRIMP STIR-FRY WITH GREEN PEPPER, PINEAPPLE & BACON

This sweet, spicy and super-easy shrimp-and-vegetable stir-fry starts with a very small amount of bacon in the wok, which creates drippings that add tons of smoky flavor to the vegetables and shrimp that go in next.   MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 20 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce 2 tablespoons Shaoxing rice wine 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium tamari 2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 ounces thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 large green bell pepper, chopped 12 ounces peeled and deveined raw shrimp (21-25 count) 1 bunch scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger...

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SLOW-COOKER TURKEY CHILI WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH

The sweetness of the butternut squash tames the kick from cayenne in this healthy turkey chili, making this easy crock pot chili just right for kids and adults alike, whether for weeknight dinners or tailgating parties.    MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME  4 HOUR30 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 1 pound lean ground turkey 1 (28 ounce) can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes 1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed 1 large onion, diced 4 cups cubed butternut squash 1 cup water ¼ cup tomato paste 3 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh garlic ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ¾...

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GARLIC SHRIMP WITH CILANTRO SPAGHETTI SQUASH

Garlicky shrimp are served on top of buttery, cilantro-flecked spaghetti squash in this quick, healthy dinner recipe inspired by shrimp scampi.    MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 25 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 1 2 1/2- to 3-pound spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon salt, divided ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper ⅓ cup dry white wine, such as pinot grigio 1 pound peeled and deveined raw shrimp (16-20 per pound), 1 tablespoon lemon juice ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1/4 teaspoon...

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ROAST SALMON WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE

Chimichurri--a bright, herby sauce served across Argentina--is the perfect healthy sauce for an easy salmon dinner.    MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 25 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise 1 clove garlic, minced ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total), trimmed ⅛ teaspoon salt 2 small romaine hearts ⅓ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese 4 8- to 9-inch spinach wraps, warmed METHOD STEP 1 Preheat grill to medium-high. Combine lemon juice, oil, mayonnaise, garlic and pepper in a large bowl. Oil the grill rack ,Sprinkle chicken...

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