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New here?  Get Fooducated with our  iPhone  or  Android  App!   Or try Fooducate on the  Web! We’re proud to announce our latest iPhone app – Allergy Talk by Fooducate. As you can probably guess, this app has been designed to address the needs of people with allergies and intolerances. In addition to the regular Fooducate functionality you have come to [...]
New here?  Get Fooducated with our  iPhone  or  Android  App!   Or try Fooducate on the  Web! Whether you have HBO or not, you should watch the 4 part miniseries Weight of the Nation. It is available free online. The documentary covers many aspects of the obesity situation in the US, and comes out with a clear conclusion: it is the [...]
New here?  Get Fooducated with our  iPhone  or  Android  App!   Or try Fooducate on the  Web! Whole Foods Market is a good place to spot new food trends. A theme that seems to be picking up in recent years and months is eco-packaging. This could mean using recycled paper or plastic as packaging material, some commitment by the manufacturer to [...]
New here?  Get Fooducated with our  iPhone  or  Android  App!   Or try Fooducate on the  Web! Happy Mother’s Day! Somewhere along our transition from childhood to adulthood, many of us discovered one of the simple things we could do to make our mom happy – be good about food. Whether it’s polishing off the dinner plate, eating those pesky veggies, [...]
New here?  Get Fooducated with our  iPhone  or  Android  App!   Or try Fooducate on the  Web! This is a guest blog post by Jennifer Lee, Ph.D. Omega-3 essential fatty acids have an important role in the mammalian nervous system.   They seem to be crucial for healthy neuronal structure and function.   And the healthy structure and function in our brains is [...]
New here?  Get Fooducated with our  iPhone  or  Android  App!   Or try Fooducate on the  Web! Here’s a thought. Eating high foods that fill up your tummy will keep you satisfied longer. If these foods are calorie sparse, they will actually help you lose weight. This is the idea behind “volumetrics.” According to the inventor of the system, nutrition professor [...]
New here?  Get Fooducated with our  iPhone  or  Android  App!   Or try Fooducate on the  Web! Hi folks, This is Hemi, founder of Fooducate. I’ve been invited to speak at Stanford University next week at the Mobile Health 2012 Conference.  The theme of this year’s conference is Baby Steps for Big Change. The underlying assumption, backed by various evidence, is [...]
New here?  Get Fooducated with our  iPhone  or  Android  App!   Or try Fooducate on the  Web! The Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) projects a thirty percent increase in obesity rates by 2030 to 41% of the US population. The toll on our economy – a whopping half a trillion dollars over the next 2 decades! That doesn’t seem [...]
New here?  Get Fooducated with our  iPhone  or  Android  App!   Or try Fooducate on the  Web! Luna (by Clif Bar), the brand of bars targeted to the “fit female”, has released a new product, apparently for the Ensure generation. The Luna Fiber bar is soft, sweet and pumped up with fiber, vitamins and minerals. While the nutrition looks good at [...]
New here?  Get Fooducated with our  iPhone  or  Android  App!   Or try Fooducate on the  Web! Transglutaminase, also known as Meat Glue, is not something you’d expect to find in your steak. But it turns out that this animal derived additive is used, mostly in the dining industry. It allows chefs and cooks to glue cheap meat scraps together into [...]
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This page features daily recipes for main dish, and healthy recipes from Allrecipes, plus selected recipe sites (see right column), including the free Diabetes Library, the Creole and Cajun Recipe Page, and The Catfish Institute. Also included is real food news from Fooducate, a personal grocery advisor that helps people choose the best food for their families.



Daily Recipes
for Main Dish
Allrecipes

Jalapeno Hamburgers

4.23 / 5 Stars | 28 Reviews

by MPOILLION

"Hamburgers made hot with jalapeno peppers - you'll cry tears of joy!"

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Chicken Sherry

3.73 / 5 Stars | 20 Reviews

by SheasLounge

"Easy, elegant one-dish chicken casserole with whole green beans and sherry in a creamy sauce. All you need is a salad, some rolls and a good glass of wine!"

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Goat Cheese Pizzas

4.64 / 5 Stars | 32 Reviews

by SMITH8CLAN

"Goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and roasted red peppers adorn these quick and easy appetizer pizzas. A drizzle of balsamic vinegar and some fresh basil top them off to make these an outstanding choice for any formal or casual gathering."

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Midwest Loose Meats

4.68 / 5 Stars | 17 Reviews

by Verno1

"Ground beef is slowly simmered with spicy brown mustard and Worcestershire sauce in this toothsome loose meat sandwich."

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Crab Quiche II

4.48 / 5 Stars | 64 Reviews

by thatchbo

"I love Quiche and imitation crab. This combines the best of both worlds. It is a simple and versatile recipe that whips up in a jiffy."

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Grandma's Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

4.39 / 5 Stars | 478 Reviews

by sellitman

"Grab your slow cooker and the ingredients for this wonderful chili and you have a party in the making. Everything goes into the cooker and emerges two hours later as vegetarian chili."

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Breakfast Enchiladas

4.31 / 5 Stars | 26 Reviews

by MAMASPICE

"A hearty breakfast dish that includes hashbrowns, cheese, ham and diced green chilies rolled into flour tortillas. A new favorite for your next brunch or office get together that can be made in advance and reheated easily the next day."

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Absolutely Perfect Palak Paneer

3.96 / 5 Stars | 161 Reviews

by MCFALONE

"This Indian dish combines fresh spinach and ricotta in a creamy curry. Use paneer if you can find it! It is absolutely wonderful with basmati rice or naan (Indian flat bread). The key is in the spices, which you can find at an Indian grocery."

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Heather's Famous Barbeque Bunyan Burger

4.69 / 5 Stars | 26 Reviews

by Mandy

"This scrumptious stuffed-and-grilled meatloaf has sauteed vegetables and is oozing with a full, robust flavor."

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Sage Pork Chops

4.41 / 5 Stars | 781 Reviews

by Tiffany Nixon

"Pork chops rubbed with a pungent seasoning of dried sage, salt and pepper are pan fried in butter until golden brown then simmered in a simple beef bouillon."

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Perfect Pressure Cooker Pot Roast

4.66 / 5 Stars | 165 Reviews

by MamaShea

"I make this meal quite often it is so simple and so quick and always comes out perfect, if you love tender roast you must try this!"

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Pork, Apple, and Ginger Stir-Fry with Hoisin Sauce

4.15 / 5 Stars | 45 Reviews

by Jenny G.

"This simple stir-fry has a sweet taste that appeals to teenagers. While broccoli is specified here, it's easy to add whatever vegetables you have available to it. Serve this over rice for a filling meal."

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Best Chicken Salad Ever II

4.34 / 5 Stars | 23 Reviews

by Kat

"Grilled marinated chicken breasts are diced and tossed in a tangy, piquant sauce studded with grapes, lemon zest, poppy seeds and cashews."

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Not Your Every Day Smoked Pork Spare Ribs

4.7 / 5 Stars | 57 Reviews

by Tanlor

"Our family's favorite. Slightly sweet and spicy with a light non-tomato based baste, that doesn't overpower the delicious falling-off the bone meat. We have also used this recipe on pork shoulders.. Devine!! BBQ sauce is never needed, but if you must, only use your favorite!"

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Beer Batter Fish Fillets

4.35 / 5 Stars | 90 Reviews

by Karen David

"An exceptional dill flavored, beer batter for deep frying. Fish options include cod, haddock, sea bass, and orange roughy. Suggestions for side dishes are french fries, hush puppies, and ginger coleslaw."

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Stuffed Peppers

4.31 / 5 Stars | 94 Reviews

by NANCIENANCIE

"Stuffed green peppers with rice and sausage in cheesy tomato sauce. Tomato soup is used instead of tomato sauce. Very, very good."

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Kingfish Enchiladas

4.33 / 5 Stars | 6 Reviews

by 1023

"Kingfish, a.k.a. King Mackerel, is a strong flavored sport fish which pairs well with the zesty flavor of salsa. Make sure to remove all of the dark meat from the fish when you clean it."

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Tubby's Pesto Panini

4.75 / 5 Stars | 6 Reviews

by Tim D

"A thick layer of homemade pesto adds a fresh herbal flavor to this smoked mozzarella and grilled chicken panini. "

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Healthy Recipes
Allrecipes

Ham Glaze

4.67 / 5 Stars | 6 Reviews

by christina

"This lovely glaze has the bright flavors of orange, mango, and mustard. The sweet-and-spicy combination is the perfect complement to a smoked ham."

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Chocolate Zucchini Cake III

4.7 / 5 Stars | 290 Reviews

by Sandy

"This is a moist fudgy type cake. Sweet but not extremely sweet and makes good use of zucchini! You can frost it with chocolate frosting or cream cheese icing."

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Baked Rice and Vegetables in Broth

3.61 / 5 Stars | 56 Reviews

by Krista B

"White, wild and brown rice baked in a savory broth with mushrooms, broccoli, bell pepper, carrots and onion."

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Peanut Sauce II

4.43 / 5 Stars | 29 Reviews

by Mary

"This is a bit more gingery and spicy than the recipe above. But it has it 's sweetness too, honey. Two surprises, jalapeno peppers and slivers of basil added at the last minute."

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Beet Salad

4.5 / 5 Stars | 19 Reviews

by Robbie Rice

"This slightly sweet salad of endive and mixed greens, topped with roasted beets and feta cheese, adds a classy accompaniment to any party!"

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Sun-dried Tomatoes II

5 / 5 Stars | 4 Reviews

by JIM LAWLER

" You 'll need a food dehydrator for this one, but it just might be worth the purchase. Two dozen cherry tomatoes are cut in half and dried for 12 hours. Very, very easy and delicious."

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Yam Soup

4.27 / 5 Stars | 21 Reviews

by LIL_PYRO

"A sweet simple yam soup with lots of flavor!"

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Beau Monde(TM)  Dip

4.57 / 5 Stars | 61 Reviews

by Tish Gidney

"This flavorful dip goes well with potato chips."

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Sweet and Sour Sauce I

4.46 / 5 Stars | 440 Reviews

by NAG_CA

"An excellent, traditional sweet and sour sauce. It is great served with meatballs, with tempura, or even over rice!"

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Pollo Fajitas

4.44 / 5 Stars | 672 Reviews

by Teresa C. Rouzer

"Fajitas at home! Chicken briefly steeps in a zesty marinade before a saute with onions and peppers in this faithful rendition of a Mexican favorite. Serve with warm flour tortillas, salsa and sour cream to complete the picture."

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Jill's Salsa

4.54 / 5 Stars | 20 Reviews

by Jill

"This quick and easy salsa can be made in just a few minutes with a food processor. Green onions instead of white onions give it a nice, mellow flavor to balance the kick of the jalapenos. This recipe also works well with 2-3 habanero peppers instead of the jalapenos. But be sure to remove the seeds and membrane from the habaneros first! Grab a bag of tortilla chips, dip, eat, and enjoy!"

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Apricot Glazed Chicken

4.22 / 5 Stars | 85 Reviews

by M. Burton

"Soy sauce and apricot jam are the base for this tasty glaze, but you can also use orange juice or marmalade for a citrus variation."

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Microwave Corn on the Cob

4.69 / 5 Stars | 226 Reviews

by Cheri Weiner

"This is a no-nonsense recipe for corn on the cob. Perfect for when you run out of stove or grill space."

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Grilled Tuna Salad

3.91 / 5 Stars | 7 Reviews

by Hank

" First the tuna is marinated in a lovely rosemary/white wine/vinaigrette. Then it 's grilled, plied to crisp salad greens with cherry tomatoes, and drizzled with a bit more of the vinaigrette."

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Baked Beans from Scratch

4.38 / 5 Stars | 43 Reviews

by wkndyummychef

"Navy beans, molasses, and maple syrup combine to make this classic dish at home."

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Vegetarian Kofta Kabobs

4.42 / 5 Stars | 11 Reviews

by sienna

"This makes a spicy and healthy version of one of my favorite dishes. Serve with tabbouleh, pita bread and olives for a wonderful feast. Black beans or chickpeas can be substituted for adzuki beans. Adjust hot sauce and garlic to your tastes."

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Super Duper Oatmeal

4.08 / 5 Stars | 31 Reviews

by Cassandra

"Oatmeal is cooked with berries, applesauce, and wheat germ. It's delicious!"

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Chickpea Soup I

4.26 / 5 Stars | 32 Reviews

by Christine L.

"Garbanzo 's, green beans, chunks of sweet potato and tomato are combined in chicken broth seasoned with thyme, basil and paprika in this soup which can easily be altered to suit a vegetarian diet."

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Sugarless Pumpkin Pie

4 / 5 Stars | 6 Reviews

by Connie Head

"A yummy pumpkin pie with NO sugar added. If eggs are not part of your diet, substituted 1/2 cup egg substitute for 2 eggs. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com."

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