Do you fancy a creamy carbonara?
Pair it with garlicky sauteed mushrooms or broccoli rabe.
How about a piping-hot chili mac?
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Some of these quick-cooking greens might make the perfect addition to your plate.
The sturdy leaves of mature spinach hold up best during cooking.
The trick to super-savory mushrooms is not crowding the pan while they cook.
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They pair with everything, from steak to chicken and seafood.
Steaming them before sauteing results in the perfect tender-crisp texture without the risk of burning them in the pan.
have a go at find asparagus spears that are a medium thicknessslightly larger around than a pencil.
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Although thinner or thicker asparagus will work, be mindful that the cooking time may differ.
Zucchini & Mushroom Saute
Serve this simple side dish with grilled turkey burgers.
Other fresh herbs, like thyme or oregano, work well too.
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Try this quick vegetable dish along with chicken, fish or really any main course.
It’s also great in salads or warm grain bowls.
Tip: Preheating the pan helps the broccoli to brown and develop nutty flavors.
However, if the stalks are thicker than 1/2 inch, cut them in half lengthwise.
Pair this quick side dish with everything from pan-seared fish to roasted chicken.
Sauteed Cabbage
This easy side dish takes only 20 minutes from start to finish.
Enjoy all the versions of this quick side dish with roasted pork or chicken.
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