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Lemon-Garlic Aioli

June 02, 2009 By: Kathleen Category: 7 Ingredients or Less, Dressings & Dips

A refreshing alternative to tartar sauce. Serve this citrus flavored mayonnaise with shrimp or fish.

Lemon-Garlic Aioli

Ingredients
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup prepared mayonnaise
2 lemons, zested
1 lemon, juiced
1 dash coarse salt
1 dash freshly ground black pepper

Directions
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl; mix well. Refrigerate 30 minutes to blend flavors. Serve with shrimp or fish. Store in refrigerator.

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Creole Aioli
Dijon Garlic Aioli

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Marinated Grilled Shrimp Salad

June 01, 2009 By: Kathleen Category: Salad, Seafood

A lively lime and orange spiced marinade doubles as the dressing in this grilled shrimp salad served with fresh Spring salad greens and mango slices

Marinated Grilled Shrimp Salad

Ingredients
3/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
1/2 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound (about 16) large shrimp , shelled and deveined
4 wooden skewers
4 cups Spring mix salad greens
2 ripe mangos, peeled pitted and sliced

Directions
Combine lime juice, marmalade, garlic, cilantro, 7 tablespoons olive oil , soy sauce, and pepper flakes in a medium non-metal bowl; whisk until well combined. Reserve 1/2 cup mixture; refrigerate. Add shrimp to remaining mixture in bowl; toss until shrimp are thoroughly coated. Refrigerate 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Place the skewers in a shallow tray and cover with hot water. Set aside.

Preheat a grill or broiler to medium heat.

Thread shrimp on to the soaked wooden skewers. Lightly pat dry with paper towels; brush with remaining olive oil. Grill for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until shrimp are golden brown on both sides and cooked through.

To serve, place greens on individual serving plates. Top with mango slices and shrimp; drizzle with reserved dressing. Garnish with cilantro sprigs if desired.

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Lemon Garlic Grilled Shrimp

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Source: Adapted from Food Network

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Easy Maple-Soy Grilled Salmon

May 31, 2009 By: Kathleen Category: 7 Ingredients or Less, How to Videos, Seafood

Looking for a quick and flavorful salmon recipe?  This video recipe from chef Jason Hill will have you grilling up a delicious maple-glazed salmon in minutes.

Easy Maple-Soy Grilled Salmon

Ingredients

4 (6-ounce) fresh or frozen salmon steaks, thawed

1/2 cup real maple syrup

1/2 cup soy sauce

1 clove garlic, chopped

Directions

Place salmon steaks in single layer in large dish.  In medium bowl, whisk together syrup, sauce, and garlic; pour over salmon.  Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes, turning salmon once halfway through marinade time.

Heat grill and coat rack with oil or cooking spray.

Remove salmon from marinade; discard marinade.  Place salmon on prepared grill 4 to 6 inches from heat. Grill for  8 to 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork or until desired degree of doneness, turning once halfway through cook time.  4 servings.

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Soy-Ginger Grilled Salmon

Chile Maple Glazed Salmon

Simple Lemon Poached Salmon

Quick & Easy: Cod Fillets with Green Chile Salsa

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Oatmeal Orange Raisin Cake Mix Cookies

May 30, 2009 By: Kathleen Category: 7 Ingredients or Less, Cookies and Bars

A delicious oatmeal raisin cookie with a hint of orange.  Made in minutes with the use of a  cake mix. Read the rest of this entry →

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Black Bottom Macaroon Bars

May 29, 2009 By: Kathleen Category: Cookies and Bars

An easy to prepare Macaroon cookie bar using a chocolate cake mix for the base. Read the rest of this entry →

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Baked Cumin-Spiced Pita Chips

May 28, 2009 By: Kathleen Category: 7 Ingredients or Less, Appetizers, Breads

Pita chips just take minutes to prepare and are a delicious healthier alternative to potato chips.  Serve fresh from the oven for a crunchy warm ’snap’ that can’t be found in store bought pita chips; or bake up to 2 days ahead and store in an airtight container until ready to serve. Read the rest of this entry →

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Homemade Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

May 27, 2009 By: Kathleen Category: 7 Ingredients or Less, Appetizers

Homemade hummus not only tastes better, it’s also easier on your budget. Team up this Middle Eastern dip with Pita chips for a healthy snack or appetizer. Read the rest of this entry →

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Quick & Easy Rice Krispy Treats

May 26, 2009 By: Kathleen Category: 7 Ingredients or Less, Cookies and Bars

No need to bother with messy melting marshmallows!  This clever recipe uses Ready-To-Spread frosting to whip up that classic no-bake (and no-cook) treat in minutes. Read the rest of this entry →

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