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Braised Oxtails with Mushrooms and Onions

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Beef oxtails, considered by many a lesser cut of meat, are rendered tender and delicious by long, low, slow cooking. The uniquely shaped tail segments house “lobes” of meat that are succulent and flavorful, and can be accented by many cooking methods. This traditional braise relies on the familiar flavors of garlic and onion, and is underscored by asian touches of ginger, soy and five spice powder.

Chicken Piccata

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Tender, moist chicken breasts are dredged in bread crumbs and pan fried in butter and olive oil for a tasty, crispy coating. A zesty pan sauce of chicken stock, garlic, lemon juice and capers finishes this classic dish.

Linguini Fra Diavolo with Mussels and Clams

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Fresh mussels and clams, nestled on a bed of buttered linguine…what could be better? The zesty sauce – with a garlic, shallot and white wine base – is boosted by red pepper, fresh Roma tomatoes, fresh basil and cilantro. Be sure to have lots of French bread on hand to soak up the juices left in your bowl.

Asian Pork Roast Salad

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What began as a tasty pork roast ended up as an unexpectedly delicious salad! This is a great way to stretch a recipe: Serve the Asian Pork Roast as an entree, then combine leftover pork with fresh spinach, mandarin oranges, candied pecans and a tamari vinaigrette for a wonderfully refreshing entree salad. Perfect for that late night dinner or special brunch!

Oven Fried Pork Chops

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Crispy on the outside, moist and tender on the inside! These oven fried chops brown well in the oven thanks to a nice bread crumb coating. Don’t use a cheap brand of crumbs here; choose those made from real, enriched bread, preferably imported. Garlic and onion powders provide a basic seasoning base, while paprika adds color and a subtle nutty aroma to the crust.