Cooking Basics

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Orzo

It’s one of the quickest-cooking pastas, clocking in around 7–9 minutes depending on brand.

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Sautéed Peppers

Use these bell peppers to pile onto tacos, mix into a tossed salad, or stir into rice and beans.

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Pearl Couscous

Also known as Israeli couscous, this grain works as a hot or cold preparation. Dress with olive oil and lemon zest for hot or toss with a vinaigrette and herbs for cold.

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Blanched Broccoli Florets

Turn broccoli into a salad by tossing with a vinaigrette and adding ingredients like dried cranberries and sliced almonds, or finely chop and sprinkle onto a homemade vegetable pizza.

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Sautéed Bell Peppers and Corn

Frozen corn gets a slight flavor upgrade with bell peppers and shallots.

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Roasted Zucchini Slices

Thick slices of zucchini get the caramelized treatment in the oven for an easy side.