Tailgaters Favorite Stew

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I can’t imagine anything more appealing on a blustery day than a big serving of this ambrosial stew. It’s great for potlucks and outdoor get-togethers because it’s easily transportable and there is nothing to add.

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Southwestern Turkey Stew with Cornmeal Dumpling

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This simple stew captures the best of the Southwest — the seductive flavors ofchiles, combined with luscious chunks of turkey in a tomato-based broth. Comforting cornmeal dumplings complete the theme. Serve it as a one-dish meal— there really isn’t anything
else you need, although you may want to add a tossed green salad.

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Wheat Berry Minestrone with Leafy Greens

 

Here’s a hearty meal-in-a-bowl that makes a delicious lunch or light supper any time of the year. Wheat berries combined with legumes and leafy greens, such as kale or Swiss chard, make a soup that is equally delicious and nutritious, containing a very high amount of dietary fiber, among other nutrients. I like to serve this soup for supper, accompanied by whole-grain bread and a simple green salad. Leftovers make an excellent second meal, a great snack or a superb welcome home for hungry travelers.

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Cranberry-Orange Pecan Muffins

 

These muffins are so delicious it’s hard to believe they are also nutritious and convenient to boot. You can make the batter ahead of time and refrigerate overnight. Put them in the oven before you shower, and by the time you’re finished, your muffins will be ready to eat

Beef and Barley Soup
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Ingredients
  1. 1 1/2 lbs (750 g) beef round steak, trimmed and cut into 1/2″ cubes
  2. 3/4 tsp. salt
  3. 1/2 tsp. pepper
  4. 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
  5. 2 cups finely chopped onion
  6. 1 cup diced carrots
  7. 1/2 cup chopped celery
  8. 1 lb. mushrooms, sliced
  9. 1 tsp. minced garlic
  10. 1/4 tsp. dried thyme
  11. 2 cups beef broth
  12. 2 cups chicken broth
  13. 2 cups water
  14. 1/2 cup pearl or pot barley
  15. 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
  1. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Place 1 Tbsp. oil in Dutch oven and brown beef until no longer pink. Set aside. Heat remaining oil in same pot and add onion, carrots and celery. Cook and stir until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in mushrooms, garlic and thyme, cook 5 minutes more. Add beef and chicken broths with water, barley and beef; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Add more water if necessary. Sprinkle with parsley just before serving. Serves 8.
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Goji Spiked Quince

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Bowl of dried goji berries

Quinces are a fabulous winter fruit that are made for the slow cooker because they demand cooking. Raw, the quince is a tough, fibrous ball. Softened by slow cooking, it turns a beautiful shade of pink and melts in your mouth, releasing a panoply of complex flavors. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Basmati Rice Pudding

 

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The cardamom in this pudding provides an irresistible Indian flavor. I like to serveit at room temperature, but it also works warm or cold and I love having leftovers in the refrigerator for an afternoon snack. This makes a generous serving, so ifyou have enjoyed a substantial meal, you will likely want to reduce the quantity.

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