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Mediterranean Fish and White Bean Skillet in white cast iron skillet topped with lemon slices.

Light and Healthy

Almond Chicken Tenders with Lemon Curry Mayonnaise in parchment paper-lined pan garnished with lemon wedges and cilantro.

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Hot Honey Chicken Wings

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Biscuit-Topped Skillet Turkey Chili

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Two servings of Crab-Stuffed Flounder on oval platter.

Date Night Dinners

Meal Prep

Spinach Artichoke Dip in round blue bowl garnished with scallions and carrot and celery sticks and bread round the bowl.

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Light and Healthy

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Your time is valuable. Skip-the-Scroll Recipes are complete, chef-tested recipes presented with minimal narrative. They’re designed for confident, experienced cooks who want to get cooking faster without sacrificing flavor or technique. This category will continue to expand with more no-nonsense, flavor-forward recipes, so check back often!