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Green tomato puree simmered two hours with just water and sugar, then blended smooth. A tangy pasta sauce that turns unripe end-of-season tomatoes into something worth keeping. Freezes beautifully.

Meatless red beans and rice simmers dry red beans with onion, garlic, and a clever pinch of fennel seed that echoes sausage, cooked down to a thick, creamy gravy and spooned over rice. Vegan comfort, no meat needed.

Tangy pico de gallo with a tropical twist, ripe Roma tomatoes, white onion, jalapeno, and cilantro brightened with sweet mango and creamy avocado. A fresh, no-cook salsa that doubles as a condiment.

Simple Indian dry curry with cabbage, carrots, and onions spiced with mustard seeds, cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon. Vegetarian, budget-friendly, and ready in 45 minutes.

Hebridean Scotch broth is a traditional two-day mutton and pearl barley soup with turnip, cabbage, carrots, and leeks. The barley soaks overnight in the stock for a thick, hearty Scottish stew.

Peasant-style spaghetti with sauteed fresh tomatoes, minced prosciutto, garlic, and oregano tossed together in under 25 minutes. Finished with Parmesan and parsley.

Green Curry Paste (Nam Prik Kaeng Khiew Wah) recipe

Broiled marinated tofu sandwich on whole wheat with toasted cumin, chili, oregano, white wine vinegar, and chili mayo. Pressed, marinated overnight, then broiled crispy.

Quick brownies made with biscuit baking mix, cocoa powder, brown sugar, and walnuts. Six ingredients, one bowl, and 35 minutes from start to cut squares.

A light, golden soup with sweet corn, ribbon noodles, and celery simmered in vegetable stock with a warm hit of turmeric. Just 20 minutes from pot to bowl. Vegetarian and low calorie.

Homemade shake and bake coating mix with flour, crushed bran flakes, cayenne, curry powder, chili powder, and herbs. Make a big batch and store in the freezer.

One-skillet Mediterranean tuna simmered in a white wine and tomato sauce with artichoke hearts, oregano, and olive paste for a bright, briny weeknight dinner.

Steamed asparagus with bacon, fresh parsley, and lemon juice. A quick 20-minute diabetic-friendly side dish that works on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Baked bananas in a buttery caramel syrup scattered with raisins and pecans. A simple, old-fashioned dessert ready in 45 minutes, served warm with whipped cream.

Popeye's sweet pea soup: a double dose of green peas plus a whole pound of spinach, with yam, onion, celery, and a hint of molasses. Vegan, iron-packed, and ready in an hour.

Gingered figs simmered in molasses and sugar until plump and tender. A warm, spiced fruit condiment for ham, pork, roast beef, chicken, or steak.