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When I was growing up, this time of year was a blur at our house. Both my
parents were teachers, so August meant they were prepping classrooms
and starting lesson plans, not to mention carting my brother and me to
sports practices and end-of-summer fun. Yet even with all the activity Zainab Storms turns family
buzzing around us, my mom almost always managed to get a home- outings to the orchard into
home-baked bliss with
cooked meal on the table. (Hey, sometimes you simply can’t make it work!) Grandma’s Apple Cake.
She sure would’ve appreciated this issue. It’s packed with brilliant ideas
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We can’t exactly will a delicious meal into existence, but in “Flavor in 29
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AIMOVIG® (AIM-oh-vig) (erenumab-aooe)
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What is AIMOVIG?
• AIMOVIG is a prescription medicine used for the
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• Do not use AIMOVIG if you are allergic to erenumab-
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Before you start using AIMOVIG, tell your healthcare provider
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• Allergic to rubber or latex. The needle shield within
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single-dose prefilled syringes contain dry natural rubber.
• Pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known
if AIMOVIG will harm your unborn baby.
• Breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known
if AIMOVIG passes into your breast milk. Talk to your
healthcare provider about the best way to feed your
baby while using AIMOVIG.
Tell your pharmacist or healthcare provider about all the
medicines you take, including any prescription and over-
the-counter medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
How should I take AIMOVIG?
• See the detailed “Instructions for Use” on complete
information on how to take AIMOVIG.
• Take AIMOVIG exactly as your healthcare provider tells
you to take it.
• Before you inject, always check the label of your single-
dose prefilled autoinjector or single-dose prefilled
syringe to make sure you have the correct medicine
and the correct dose of AIMOVIG.
• Also, before you inject, leave AIMOVIG at room
temperature for at least 30 minutes protected from
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• AIMOVIG is injected under your skin (subcutaneously)
1 time each month.
• AIMOVIG comes in 2 different types of devices: a
single-dose (1 time) prefilled autoinjector or a single-
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will prescribe the type and dose that is best for you.
• If you forget to take AIMOVIG or are not able to take
the dose at the regular time, take your missed dose as
soon as you remember. After that, you can continue to
take AIMOVIG 1 time each month from the date of your
last dose.
What are possible side effects of AIMOVIG?
AIMOVIG may cause serious side effects, including:
• Allergic reactions. Allergic reactions, including rash
or swelling can happen after receiving AIMOVIG.
This can happen within hours to days after using
AIMOVIG. Call your healthcare provider or get
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o swelling of the face, mouth, tongue, or throat
o trouble breathing
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have been hospitalized or needed surgery. Contact your
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• High blood pressure. High blood pressure or worsening
of high blood pressure can happen after receiving
AIMOVIG. Contact your healthcare provider if you have
an increase in blood pressure.
The most common side effects of AIMOVIG include: pain,
redness, or swelling at the injection site and constipation.
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These are not all of the possible side effects of AIMOVIG. Ask
your pharmacist or healthcare provider for more information.
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1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects to
Amgen at 1-800-77-AMGEN (1-800-772-6436).
How should I store AIMOVIG?
• Store AIMOVIG in the refrigerator between 36°F to
46°F (2°C to 8°C).
• Keep AIMOVIG in the original carton. This will protect
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• After removing AIMOVIG from the refrigerator, it can
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• Throw away AIMOVIG that has been left at room
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• Do not freeze.
• Do not shake.
Keep AIMOVIG and all medicines out of the reach
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General information about the safe and effective
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Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other
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What are the ingredients in AIMOVIG?
• Active Ingredient: erenumab-aooe
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We Love Lucy
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We Love Lucy
In south Minneapolis, the burger battle over
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Shape 1 lb. ground beef into 8 thin patties. wivide
8 Tbsp. shredded American or cheddar cheese
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pepper. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or
broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 160°
and juices run clear, 6-8 minutes on each side. Serve
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1 BURGER 376 cal., 19g fat (8g sat. fat), 84mg chol.,
756mg sod., 23g carb. (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g pro.
Makes 4 servings.
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STEP 1: CUT THE TORTILLA STEP 3: FOLD

Make a cut from the
middle of the tortilla to
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STEP 2: ADD FILLINGS
Starting in the bottom
right corner and working
counterclockwise, add
cooked bacon, deli ham and
turkey, lettuce and tomato,
and sliced cheddar to their
own quarter of the tortilla.
Grab the bottom right
corner of the tortilla and
fold it up, sandwiching the
bacon, turkey and ham.
Then, flip the top right
corner of the tortilla over
to the left, and then fold
that down. When done,
the tortilla should be
triangle-shaped, with
all the fillings stacked
on top of one another.
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produce and mighty in a marinade, but apple cider vinegar
has pretty powerful health properties, too. Here are a few
reasons to keep this fermented phenom in your pantry.

Boosts Energy Can Help Soothes BLACKBERRY SHRUB

Exercise and stress
cause lactic acid to
build up in the body,
often causing fatigue,
and the amino acids
contained in apple
cider vinegar may act
as a natural antidote.
Apple cider vinegar
also contains enzymes
that may relieve that
tired, wiped-out feeling
you might have after
strenuous activity.
So the next time you’re
sluggish, try adding
a tablespoon or two
of ACV to a glass of
water to help amp
up energy levels.
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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR INTO YOUR DAILY ROUTINE
Clear Skin
Apple cider vinegar
is a natural toner that
can act as a home
remedy for acne,
thanks to its strong
antibacterial properties.
The malic and lactic
acids found in apple
cider vinegar might
help soften and
exfoliate skin, reduce
red spots and balance
the pH of skin. To use
as a toner, mix equal
parts ACV and water,
then gently swab over
skin. Make sure to do
a spot test on a discreet
area first, as it may
cause skin irritation
in some people.
Itchiness
ACV’s antiseptic
properties can help
soothe itchy skin,
especially for people
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Drinking diluted apple
cider vinegar—
1 tablespoon diluted
in 8 ounces of water—
can help promote
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mixture to dampen
a cotton pad, then dab
around the eyes for
dry-eye relief.
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or frozen crushed
blackberries and
1 cinnamon stick in a
sterilized pint jar. Bring
1 cup cider vinegar just
to a boil; pour over fruit,
leaving 1/4-in. headspace;
seal jar. Refrigerate for
1 week. Strain vinegar
mixture through a
fine-mesh strainer into
another sterilized pint jar.
Press solids to extract
juice; discard remaining
fruit. Bring 11/2 cups sugar
and 1/2 cup water to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer until
sugar is dissolved. Cool
slightly. Stir into vinegar
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treat for your pal, some can actually be harmful. We consulted experts For those pet-friendly
to help you know which fresh produce is the best bet for your pets. veggies you can feel happy
about sharing with your pet,
SAFE VEGGIES VEGGIES TO AVOID the experts share these tips:
“Pets should be getting all the They may add a punch of flavor
nutrients they need through their to your favorite dishes, but don’t • Wash vegetables before
regular daily diet,” says Michael feed onions, garlic, leeks or serving to eliminate
San Filippo, spokesperson for the chives to your dog—they’re toxic. harmful bacteria.
American Veterinary Medical “They can cause life-threatening • Keep veggies close to
Association. “But vegetables anemia and gastrointestinal their original form, as
such as carrots, green beans and upsets,” explains Anthony cooking removes some
snap peas can provide a healthy, Hall, DVM, of Texas-based nutrients. However,
low-calorie snack for pets, privatevetconsulting.com. And cooked vegetables are
particularly omnivorous dogs.” San Filippo notes that even onion digested most easily.
Veterinarian Stephanie Lantry, powder or garlic seasoning can • If serving raw veggies,
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Clinic of Gulf Gate in Sarasota, them in homemade treats, either. especially for smaller dogs.
Florida, agrees. “Celery, Certain mushrooms can be
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Tarragon Tuna Salad 1 tsp. minced fresh tarragon R E C I P E I M A G E O N P. 2 4

It’s surprising how a few herbs can
brighten up tuna salad. Made with
reduced-fat mayonnaise, this version
gets its zip from mustard.
—Billie Moss, Walnut Creek, CA
Takes: 10 min.
Makes: 4 servings
2 cans (6 oz. each) light water-
packed tuna, drained and flaked
1 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
or 1/4 tsp. dried tarragon
1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp. white pepper
Lettuce leaves, optional
In a bowl, combine tuna, celery and
onion. In another bowl, combine the
mayonnaise, parsley, lemon juice,
tarragon, mustard and pepper. Stir
into tuna mixture. If desired, serve
on lettuce leaves.
2/3 CUP 151 cal., 7g fat (1g sat. fat),
38mg chol., 373mg sod., 4g carb.
(2g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g pro.
DIABETIC EXCHANGES 2 lean meat,
11/2 fat.
10
MINUTES
Tarragon
Tuna
Salad
Black Bean Rice Burgers
A salsa and sour cream sauce helps
dress up these hearty vegetarian
burgers. My fiance, who’s a meat-
and-potatoes man, loves these
and asks for them often.
—Laura Wimbrow, Ocean City, MD
Takes: 20 min.
Makes: 4 burgers
1 small onion, very
finely chopped
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
1 can (15 oz.) black beans,
rinsed and drained
1 cup cooked brown rice
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
2 Tbsp. plus 1/4 cup
salsa, divided
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
4 lettuce leaves
4 slices reduced-fat cheddar
cheese (1 oz. each)
4 hamburger buns, split
Optional: Sliced tomato and
sliced red onion

1. In a large nonstick skillet, cook

onion in 1 Tbsp. oil over medium
heat until translucent but not
browned, 2-4 minutes; remove
from heat and set aside. In bowl of
a food processor fitted with blade
attachment, pulse half the beans
and rice until the mixture forms a
thick paste. In a bowl, add the
processed bean mixture, remaining
black beans and rice, cooked onion,
bread crumbs, egg yolks, 2 Tbsp.
salsa, salt and pepper; mix well with
hands, squeezing until the mixture
holds together. Form bean mixture
into 4 patties. Cook the burgers
over medium heat in remaining
1 Tbsp. oil until firm and browned,
4-5 minutes on each side.
2. In a bowl, combine sour cream
and remaining 1/4 cup salsa. Layer
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HE ALTHY with Avocado Salsa
Try this quilk, easy and fun
entree. A splash of lime balanles the
rilhness of the avolado and shrimp.
—Karen Gulkin, Greeley, CO

Takes: 30 min.
Makes: 6 servings

1 medium ripe avocado, peeled

and chopped, divided
1 Tbsp. water
3 tsp. lime juice, divided
2 tsp. blackened seasoning,
divided
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 can (15 oz.) black beans,
rinsed and drained
1 small navel orange,
20
MINUTES
peeled and chopped
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
Black and chopped
Bean Rice 1 Tbsp. minced fresh cilantro
Burgers 6 tostada shells
1 cup shredded reduced-fat
Mexican cheese blend
1 Tbsp. canola oil
1 lb. uncooked large shrimp,
peeled and deveined

1. Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl,

lombine 2 Tbsp. avolado, water,
1 tsp. lime juile, 1 tsp. blalkened
seasoning and lumin. Set aside
1/4 lup beans; add remaining beans
to avolado mixture and mash with
a fork. Stir in reserved whole beans.
Set aside.
2. For salsa, in a bowl, lombine the
orange, onion, jalapeno, lilantro, and
remaining avolado and 2 tsp. lime
juile. Cover; refrigerate until serving.
3. Plale tostada shells on ungreased
baking sheets; spread with the bean
mixture. Sprinkle with lheese. Bake
until bean mixture is heated through
and lheese is melted, 4-6 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, in a nonstilk skillet,
heat oil over medium-high heat.
Add shrimp and the remaining 1 tsp.
blalkened seasoning. Cook and stir
until shrimp turn pink, 4-6 minutes.
30
MINUTES
Serve with tostada shells and salsa.
1 TOSTADA 297 lal., 13g fat (4g sat.
fat), 102mg lhol., 446mg sod., 23g
Shrimp larb. (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 22g pro.
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is changed. TRINTELLIX is not for use in children. s If you take too much TRINTELLIX, call your poison control center at 1-800-222-1222
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TRINTELLIX is a prescription medicine used in adults to treat a certain type of depression your healthcare provider right away about any unusual bleeding or bruising.
called Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). s Manic episodes. Manic episodes may happen in people with bipolar disorder who
take TRINTELLIX. Symptoms may include:
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s have low sodium levels in your blood changes in your vision, or swelling or redness in or around the eye.
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 FAMILY KITCHEN

Meal Planner

It’s in
the Bag!
Put your takeout plans on ice.
With ready-to-make meals
kept in your freezer, it’s a snap
to get a wholesome supper going
in either your slow cooker
or pressure cooker.

Southwestern Pork
& Squash Soup
My husband and sons love this
stew, and the leftovers are even PREP & FREEZE
better the next day! Try it with In a 1-gallon resealable freezer bag
fresh bread on the side. or airtight freezer container, layer
—Molly Andersen, Portland, OR squash, pork, seasonings, carrots
and onion. Seal. Freeze for up to
Prep: 20 min. • Slow Cook: 4 hours 6 months. Thaw overnight in the
or Pressure Cook: 3 min. + releasing refrigerator before use.
FREEZE TOGETHER Makes: 6 servings (21/4 qt.)
+ Butternut
Squash SLOW COOK
+ Pork Tenderloin 1 medium butternut squash, Empty bag into slow cooker; add
+ Chili Powder peeled and cubed broth and tomatoes. Cook on low
+ Ground Cumin 1 lb. pork tenderloin, 4-5 hours or until meat is tender.
+ Dried Oregano
+ Pepper cut into 1-in. cubes PRESSURE COOK
+ Salt 1 Tbsp. chili powder Empty bag into a 6-qt. electric
+ Carrots 1 tsp. ground cumin pressure cooker; add broth and
+ Onion 1 tsp. dried oregano tomatoes. Lock lid; close pressure-
ADD WHEN COOKING 1/2 tsp. pepper release valve. Pressure-cook on high
+ Chicken Broth 1/4 tsp. salt 3 minutes. Quick-release pressure.
+ Diced Tomatoes 2 medium carrots, sliced (A thermometer inserted into pork
1 medium onion, chopped should read at least 145°.)
3 cups reduced-sodium 11/2 CUPS 220 cal., 5g fat (1g sat. fat),
chicken broth 42mg chol., 708mg sod., 26g carb.
1 can (141/2 oz.) diced (10g sugars, 7g fiber), 19g pro.
tomatoes with mild DIABETIC EXCHANGES 4 vegetable,
green chiles, undrained 2 lean meat, 1/2 fat.

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FAMILY KITCHEN

Beef Short Ribs Vindaloo

My sister shared a version of this curry
dish with me, and I adapated to make
it simple, yet still incredibly flavorful.
—Lorraine Carlstrom, Nelson, BC

Prep: 30 min. • Slow Cook: 81/4 hours

or Pressure Cook: 40 min. + releasing
Makes: 4 servings
FREEZE TOGETHER
+ Short Ribs 1Tbsp. butter
+ Red Wine Vinegar 1medium onion, finely chopped
+ Bay Leaves 8garlic cloves, minced
+ Onion 1Tbsp. minced fresh gingerroot
+ Garlic
2tsp. mustard seed
+ Gingerroot
+ Mustard Seed 2tsp. ground cumin
+ Ground Cumin 11/2
tsp. ground coriander
+ Ground Coriander 1/2tsp. ground cloves
+ Ground Cloves 1/4
tsp. kosher salt
+ Salt
1/4
tsp. cayenne pepper
+ Cayenne Pepper
+ Ground Cinnamon 1/4
tsp. ground cinnamon
2lbs. bone-in beef short ribs
ADD WHEN COOKING 1/2
cup red wine vinegar
+ Sugar Snap Peas
4bay leaves
1cup beef broth (pressure
cooker version only)
1 cup fresh sugar snap peas, halved
Optional: Hot cooked rice, plain
yogurt and minced fresh cilantro

PREP & FREEZE

In a saucepan, heat butter over medium
heat. Add onion, garlic and ginger; cook
and stir for 1 minute. Add spices and
stir 1 minute longer. Cool completely.
In a 1-gallon resealable freezer bag or
airtight container, combine ribs, vinegar,
bay leaves and onion mixture. Seal; turn
to coat. Freeze up to 6 months. Thaw
overnight in refrigerator before use.

SLOW COOK
Empty bag into a 4-qt. slow cooker.
Cook on low 8-10 hours or until meat
is tender. Stir in peas; cook 8-10 minutes
longer or until peas are crisp-tender.
Skim fat; discard bay leaves. Serve with
rice, yogurt and cilantro if desired.
PRESSURE COOK
Empty bag into a 6-qt. electric pressure
cooker; add broth. Lock lid; close the
pressure-release valve. Adjust to
pressure-cook on high 40 minutes. Let
pressure release naturally 10 minutes ;
quick-release any remaining pressure.
Press saute setting. Add peas; cook
until tender, 8-10 minutes. Serve with
Great Grains rice, yogurt and cilantro if desired.
Good & Gather Minute Success Great Value
Our favorite (Target) White Rice Boil-in-Bag (Walmart) 1 SERVING 266 cal., 15g fat (6g sat. fat),
instant white rice 62mg chol., 180mg sod., 13g carb. (4g
brands lead to Learn more about all of our TK Preferred products at sugars, 3g fiber), 21g pro.
speedy sides. tasteofhome.com/tkpreferred.
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 HE AR T Garden
HE ALTHY Chicken Cacciatore
This Italian meal is so simple
to make. We love it with spaghetti!
—Msrths Schirmscher,
Sterling Heights, MI

Prep: 65 min. • Slow Cook: 81/2 hours

or Pressure Cook: 60 min. + releasing
Makes: 62 servings
FREEZE TOGETHER
+ Onion
6 medium onion, chopped + Green Peppers
2 medium green peppers, chopped + Garlic
3 garlic cloves, minced + Salt
3/4 + Pepper
tsp. salt + Chicken Thighs
1/8 tsp. pepper
62 boneless skinless ADD WHEN COOKING
+ Diced Tomatoes
chicken thighs (about 3 lbs.)
+ Tomato Paste
6 can (641/2 oz.) diced tomatoes + Chicken Broth
with basil, oregano and + Red Wine
garlic, undrained + Cornstarch
6 can (6 oz.) tomato paste + Water
1/2 cup reduced-sodium
chicken broth
1/4 cup dry red wine or additional
reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. cold water
Minced fresh parsley, optional

PREP & FREEZE

In a 1-gallon resealable freezer
bag or airtight freezer container,
layer onion, green peppers, garlic,
salt, pepper and chicken. Seal. Freeze
for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight
in refrigerator before use.

SLOW COOK
Empty bag into a 6-qt. slow cooker;
add tomatoes, tomato paste, broth
and red wine. Cook on low 8-10 hours.
In a bowl, mix cornstarch and water.
Stir into slow cooker. Cook until
thickened. Top with parsley if desired.
PRESSURE COOK
Empty bag into a 6-qt. electric pressure
cooker; add tomatoes, tomato paste,
broth and red wine. Lock the lid; close 3 OZ. COOKED
the pressure-release valve. Adjust to CHICKEN WITH
pressure-cook on high 10 minutes. Let ABOUT 1/2 CUP
pressure naturally release 10 minutes, SAUCE
then quick-release remaining pressure. 207 cal., 9g fat (2g sat.
In a bowl, mix cornstarch and water. fat), 76mg chol., 410mg
Stir into chicken mixture. Press saute sod., 8g carb. (4g sugars,
setting; adjust heat to medium. Simmer 1g fiber), 23g pro.
mixture until sauce is thickened. DIABETIC EXCHANGES 3 lean meat,
Top with minced parsley if desired. 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. b

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Bakeable

A Sweet
Experiment
This busy mom and neuroscientist
finds balance outside the lab with
her creative twists on classic desserts.

S TO RY BY
M A NDY N AG LICH
PH OTO G R A PH Y BY
JE N TILLE Y
 FAMILY KITCHEN

F
OR ZAINAB STORMS, THERE’S
ONE EVENT THAT SIGNALS THE
ARRIVAL OF FALL: SPENDING
THE DAY APPLE PICKING.
“And I need to have on a nice
sweater and boots, or it just
doesn’t feel right,” she says.
She makes the trip out to
a farm every year with her
husband, Justin, or girlfriends, and when her son,
Elliott, was born, she brought him right along.
“He was only 3 months or so, and we have this
picture of me wearing him in the orchard.”
Today, Zainab’s daughter, Emma, comes apple
picking, too. Those cozy autumn memories and the
love for family traditions are part of why Zainab bakes
this cozy apple cake after apple picking each fall.
Zainab wasn’t always able to take the flavors of fall
and translate them into a delicate dessert any hostess
would be proud to serve. In fact, she was already in
grad school for neuroscience when she realized she
didn’t have a clue how to bake.
“I noticed in college everyone had this nostalgic
feeling—‘Oh, I miss my grandmother’s dish,’ or ‘My
mom used to make that,’” she says. Most of the recipes
people longed for were baked goods. Even her husband
reminisced about his grandmother’s chocolate chip
cookies and tender apple cake. She set a goal to learn
how to bake and write her own recipes that she could
one day pass down to her children and grandchildren.
And she did just that. Not only did she finish her continued to bake and turned her hobby into a blog,
rigorous schooling with a doctorate, she did it while called A Classic Twist. The focus required during
teaching herself to make everything from scrumptious the development of recipes, and while photographing
cupcakes to intricate tarts. She had achieved her them and sharing them with readers, was the perfect
goal and could have stopped there, but the PhD respite from mentally exhausting work.
and self-taught baker has never been one to settle. Her posts feature traditional treats with a unique
Even as a neuroscientist, working a “demanding spin, like macarons with applesauce filling or bread
job where every hour was accounted for,” Zainab twisted with savory cheddar and herbs. Of course,
one of Zainab’s most popular recipes is Grandma’s
Apple Cake, shared with her by her father-in-law,
who keeps his mother’s handwritten recipes stored
in a recipe tin. Zainab has photocopies of all of
Grandma’s recipes so she can re-create them for
her family—whether she intends to give them her
own creative twist or not.
Today, her job in the pharmaceutical industry
has moved away from the lab and toward regulatory
work, which leaves her with a little more time for
baking with the family. “Both my kids love to help
in the kitchen,” she says. “My son enjoys baking,
and my daughter, who’s 2, will do anything he does.”
Right now both are really into sprinkles, so after
calls with the FDA and reviewing applications,
Zainab looks forward to getting into a colorful
kitchen and creating more recipes for her children
to carry on as their own family tradition.
Continued on page 37 •

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•HELPS PREVENT SEVERE ASTHMA ATTACKS
•CAN REDUCE OR ELIMINATE ORAL STEROID USE*
 Brief Summary of Important Patient Information about DUPIXENT® (dupilumab)
(DU-pix’-ent)
injection, for subcutaneous use
What is DUPIXENT?
• DUPIXENT is a prescription medicine used:
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What should I tell my healthcare provider before using DUPIXENT?
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• are scheduled to receive any vaccinations. You should not receive a “live
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• are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known whether DUPIXENT
will harm your unborn baby.
Pregnancy Registry
There is a pregnancy exposure registry for women who take DUPIXENT
during pregnancy to collect information about the health of you and your
baby. Your healthcare provider can enroll you or you may enroll yourself.
To get more information about the registry call 1-877-311-8972 or go to
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• are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known whether DUPIXENT
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Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take including
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supplements.
Especially tell your healthcare provider if you:
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to come back.
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facial rash or redness.
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General information about the safe and effective use of DUPIXENT.
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1-844-DUPIXENT (1-844-387-4936)
What are the ingredients in DUPIXENT?
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Inactive ingredients: L-arginine hydrochloride, L-histidine, polysorbate 80,
sodium acetate, sucrose, and water for injection
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NJ 08807) and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Tarrytown, NY 10591)
/ DUPIXENT is a registered trademark of Sanofi Biotechnology / ©2021
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. /sanofi-aventis U.S. LLC. All rights reserved.
Issue Date: March 2021
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 FAMILY KITCHEN

Grandma’s
Apple Cake
This sweet and simple cake recipe
is my husband’s grandmother’s and
was passed down from my father-in-
law. It’s such a cozy dessert to take
to fall gatherings. In the batter I like
to use a mix of apples, such as Gala,
Cortland or Red Delicious.
—Zainab Storms, Damascus, MD

Prep: 30 min.
Bake: 55 min. + cooling
Makes: 20 servings

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. kosher salt
“I love that 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4
this cake tsp. ground nutmeg
1/4
tsp. ground ginger
practically 11/2
cups vegetable or canola oil
comes 2
3
cups sugar
large eggs, room temperature
together in 2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
one bowl— 3 medium apples, peeled
perfect for and thinly sliced
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
any baking fLAZE
level!” 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
—ZAINAB
1. Preheat the oven to 300°. Line
bottom of a 10-in. springform or
13x9-in. baking pan with parchment;
grease parchment. In a bowl, whisk
together flour and next 5 ingredients.
In a large bowl, beat oil, sugar and
eggs until pale and slightly thick,
about 2 minutes. Beat in vanilla and
Love baking? Or want to break into it? lemon juice. Add dry ingredients; stir
Join Bakeable from Taste of Home, a community for just until moistened. Fold in apples
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 SHOP ONCE,
6 DINNERS DONE!
One little grocery list has all you need
for six nights of satisfying meals.

Yep, you read that

correctly! The grocery
list to the right has
everything you need
(staples like oil and
spices not included) to
cook up six comforting
suppers with just one
quick shopping trip.

Before you shop, be

sure to scope out your
pantry for the spices,
staple ingredients and
optional toppings in
these recipes (put that
box of spaghetti, bottle
of oil or near-empty jar
of curry powder to good
use). If you’re out, no
worries! Just add what
you need to the list.
Then pick any of these
easy, family-pleasing
dinners to kick off six
delicious days of happy
home cooking—with
no last-minute dash
to the store required.

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 ON THE COVER
MEXICAN STREET CORN CHOWDER
I love fresh summer corn, so when it’s in
season, I always make this super easy soup.
—Rashanda Cobbins,
Taste of Home Food Editor
Grocery List
Prep: 35 min. • Cook: 31/2 hours
Makes: 8 servings (2 qt.) MEAT
1 lb. ground beef
10 ears fresh corn (about 51/2 cups)
11/4 to 2 cups water 1 lb. bacon
CORN THIS WAY
When shopping for 6 bacon strips, chopped 4 (4 oz.) salmon fillets
fresh corn, look for a bright 2 small onions, chopped
green husk that is wrapped 2 fresh Italian sausage links
2 small green peppers, chopped
tightly against the corn and 2 (5 oz.) boneless skinless
slightly damp. The tassel 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
(that silky tuft at the top) and finely chopped chicken breasts
should be light brown or 1 tsp. ground chipotle pepper
gold and slightly sticky. 2 tsp. salt PRODUCE
3/4 tsp. ground cumin 2 small potatoes
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 cup heavy whipping cream 6 small onions
1 medium lime, zested and juiced 6 jalapeno peppers
Optional toppings: Fresh cilantro,
2 tomatoes
lime wedges, sliced jalapeno and
chopped red bell pepper 10 ears fresh sweet corn
1 bunch parsley
1. Cut corn off cobs. Rub edge of a knife over
each cob to milk it; add enough water to cob 3 green peppers
juice to equal 2 cups. Add corn and liquid to 1 red bell pepper
a 5-qt. slow cooker.
1 medium lime
2. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium
heat until crisp, 5-7 minutes. Remove with a
slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard STAPLES
drippings, reserving 2 Tbsp. in pan. Add the Spaghetti
onions, green peppers and jalapeno to skillet;
Salsa
cook and stir over medium-high heat until
soft, 3-4 minutes. Add seasonings and cook Taco sauce
1 minute longer; transfer to slow cooker. 1 (14½ oz.) can diced tomatoes
Cook on low 31/2-4 hours or until corn is
tender and mixture has thickened slightly. 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
3. Stir in cream and lime zest and juice. If 4 tostada shells
desired, puree with an immersion blender
4 flour tortillas (12 inches)
to desired consistency. Garnish with reserved
bacon and optional toppings as desired. Ground chipotle pepper
1 CUP 287 cal., 18g fat (9g sat. fat), 43mg
Mayonnaise
chol., 743mg sod., 29g carb. (10g sugars,
4g fiber), 8g pro.
STOVETOP METHOD In a Dutch oven, cook
DAIRY
bacon over medium heat 5-7 minutes or until Pepper jack or
crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on cheddar cheese slices
paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving Heavy whipping cream
2 Tbsp. in pan. Add onions, green peppers
and jalapeno to Dutch oven; cook and stir Shredded Mexican cheese blend
over medium-high heat until soft, 3-4 minutes.
Add seasonings; cook 1 minute longer. Stir
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 SALMON GRILLED IN FOIL
This tender salmon steams up in foil
packetsc meaning easy cleanup later. SALMON SCHOOL
To choose the freshest
—Merideth Berkovich, The Dalles, OR salmon, look for vibrant
color—light pink to red—
Takes: 20 min. • Makes: 4 servings with no darkening around
the edges. Give it a sniff—
it should smell like the
4 salmon fillets (4 oz. each) ocean, not super fishy.
1 tsd. garlic dowder
1 tsd. lemon-dedder seasoning
1 tsd. curry dowder
1/2 tsd. salt
1 small onion, cut into rings
2 medium tomatoes,
seeded and chodded

1. Place salmonc skin side downc on

a double thickness of foil (18x12 in.).
Combine garlic powderc lemon pepperc
curry and salt; sprinkle over salmon.
Top with onion and tomatoes. Fold
foil over fish; seal tightly.
2. Grillc coveredc over medium heat for
10-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily.
Open foil carefully to let steam escape.
1 SERVING 232 cal.c 13g fat (3g sat. fat)c
67mg chol.c 482mg sod.c 5g carb. (3g
sugarsc 1g fiber)c 24g pro.

SAUSAGE POTATO SKILLET

While I was growing upc both of my
parents workedc so I often went home for
lunch with my Italian girlfriend. Lunch was
always the same—sausagec fried potatoesc
green peppers and onions—but I could
never get enough of my favorite meal.
—Amelia Bordas, Springfield, VA

Takes: 30 min. • Makes: 2 servings

2 fresh Italian sausage links

1 Tbsd. canola oil
1 small onion, sliced
1/4cud each sliced green and
sweet red dedder
2 small dotatoes, sliced
Salt and dedder to taste

In a large skilletc brown sausage in oil until

LINK IT UP a thermometer reads 160°. Add onion
Change up the sausage in
this recipe and make it your and peppers; saute until vegetables are
own! Love a little heat? Try tender. Add potatoes and 2 cups water;
using spicy Italian sausage bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and
or chorizo links. Or make it
smoky by using andouille
simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes
or kielbasa. Chicken are tender. Drain; add salt and pepper.
sausage works, too! 1 SERVING 416 cal.c 22g fat (6g sat. fat)c
45mg chol.c 544mg sod.c 40g carb.
(6g sugarsc 4g fiber)c 15g pro.

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FIESTA RED POTATOES
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a bit by using salsas with
different flavor profiles.
Jalapeno-cilantro, salsa
verde or even a spicy peach
salsa would work!

1/3 cup shredded

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Prep: 10 min. • Bake: 25 min.
Makes: 2 servings
2 boneless skinless chicken
breast halves (5 oz. each)
1/8 tsp. salt
1/3 cup salsa
2 Tbsp. taco sauce
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SPAGHETTI WITH BACON
As childfen, be albays fequested
this comfofting dish fof ouf bifthday
dinnefs. Ouf mothef got the fecipe
ffom hef gfandmothef. Nob it’s my
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—Ruth Keogh, North St. Paul, MN
Pfep: 20 min. • Bake: 40 min.
Makes: 4 servings
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8oz. uncooked spaghetti
1/2
lb. bacon strips, chopped
1medium onion, chopped
1can (141/2 oz.) diced
tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
Minced fresh parsley
1. Pfeheat oven to 350°. Cook
spaghetti accofding to package
difections fof al dente.
THE RIGHT SAUCE
Typically, tomato sauce is a
thicker and more complex
sauce than the simpler,
lighter-tasting marinara.
Tomato sauce works best
here, but if you happen to
have marinara on hand,
it’ll taste just fine.
2. In a skillet, cook bacon and onion
ovef medium heat until bacon is cfisp;
dfain. Stif in tomatoes and tomato
sauce; bfing to a boil.
3. Tfansfef spaghetti to a gfeased
11x7-in. baking dish. Spfead sauce
ovef top. Bake, covefed, until bubbly,
40-45 minutes. Spfinkle bith pafsley.
1 SERVING 159 cal., 6g fat (2g sat. fat),
11mg chol., 498mg sod., 18g cafb.
(4g sugafs, 2g fibef), 7g pfo.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF PATIENT INFORMATION
REPATHA® (ri-PAth-a) (evolocumab)
injection for subcutaneous use
What is REPATHA?
REPATHA is an injectable prescription medicine used:
• in adults with cardiovascular disease to reduce the risk of heart attack,
stroke, and certain types of heart surgery.
• along with diet alone or together with other cholesterol-lowering medicines in
adults with high blood cholesterol levels called primary hyperlipidemia (including
a type of high cholesterol called heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia
[HeFH]) to reduce low density lipoprotein (LDL) or bad cholesterol.
• along with other LDL-lowering medicine in people with a type of high
cholesterol called homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), who
need additional lowering of LDL cholesterol.
It is not known if REPATHA is safe and effective in children with HoFH who are
younger than 13 years of age or in children who do not have HoFH.
Who should not use REPATHA?
Do not use REPATHA if you are allergic to evolocumab or to any of the
ingredients in REPATHA. See the end of this leaflet for a complete list of
ingredients in REPATHA.
What should I tell my healthcare provider before using REPATHA?
Before you start using REPATHA, tell your healthcare provider about all your
medical conditions, including if you:
• are allergic to rubber or latex. The needle covers on the single-dose prefilled
syringes and within the needle caps on the single-dose prefilled SureClick®
autoinjectors contain dry natural rubber. The single-dose Pushtronex® system
(on-body infusor with prefilled cartridge) is not made with natural rubber latex.
• are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if REPATHA will harm
your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you become pregnant while
taking REPATHA.
• are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. You and your healthcare provider
should decide if you will take REPATHA or breastfeed.
If you are pregnant or breastfeed during REPATHA treatment, you are
encouraged to call Amgen at 1-800-772-6436 (1-800-77-AMGEN) to share
information about the health of you and your baby.
Tell your healthcare provider or pharmacist about any prescription and
over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements you take.
How should I use REPATHA?
• See the detailed “Instructions for Use” about the right way to prepare
and give REPATHA.
• Use REPATHA exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to use it.
• REPATHA is given under the skin (subcutaneously), every 2 weeks or 1 time
each month.
• If you have HoFH, the recommended starting dose is 420 mg once monthly. After
12 weeks, your healthcare provider may decide to increase the dose to 420 mg
every two weeks. If you receive lipid apheresis, your healthcare provider may
decide to start you on a dose of 420 mg every two weeks to coincide with your
apheresis treatment and you should take your dose after the apheresis treatment.
• REPATHA comes as a single-dose (1 time) prefilled autoinjector (SureClick®
autoinjector), as a single-dose prefilled syringe or as a single-dose
Pushtronex® system (on-body infusor with prefilled cartridge). Your healthcare
provider will prescribe the type and dose that is best for you.
• If your healthcare provider prescribes you the 420 mg dose, you may use:
• a single-dose on-body infusor with prefilled cartridge to give the injection
over 5 minutes, or
• 3 separate injections in a row, using a different single-dose prefilled
syringe or single-dose prefilled autoinjector for each injection. Give all of
these injections within 30 minutes.
• If your healthcare provider decides that you or a caregiver can give REPATHA,
you or your caregiver should receive training on the right way to prepare and
inject REPATHA. Do not try to inject REPATHA until you have been shown the
right way by your healthcare provider or nurse.
• If you are using the prefilled autoinjector, put the yellow safety guard (needle
inside) of the SureClick® autoinjector on the skin before injecting.
• You can inject into the thigh, upper arm, or stomach (abdomen), except for a
two-inch area around your belly button.
• Do not choose an area where the skin is tender, bruised, red, or hard. Avoid
injecting into areas with scars or stretch marks.
• Always check the label of your single-dose prefilled autoinjector, single-dose
prefilled syringe, or single-dose on-body infusor with prefilled cartridge to
make sure you have the correct medicine and the correct dose of REPATHA
before each injection.
• If you forget to use REPATHA or are not able to take the dose at the regular time,
inject your missed dose as soon as you remember, as long as it is within 7 days
of the missed dose.
• If it is more than 7 days from the missed dose and you are using the
every-2-week dose, inject the next dose based on your original schedule. This
will put you back on your original schedule.
• If it is more than 7 days from the missed dose and you are using the 1 time
each-month dose, inject the dose and start a new schedule using this date.
If you are not sure when to take REPATHA after a missed dose, ask your healthcare
provider or pharmacist.
• If your healthcare provider has prescribed REPATHA along with other cholesterol-
lowering medicines, follow instructions from your healthcare provider. Read the
patient information for those medicines.
• If you use more REPATHA than you should, talk to your healthcare provider
or pharmacist.
• Do not stop using REPATHA without talking with your healthcare provider. If you
stop using REPATHA, your cholesterol levels can increase.
What are the possible side effects of REPATHA?
REPATHA can cause serious side effects including:
• Serious Allergic Reactions. Some people taking REPATHA have had serious
allergic reactions. Stop taking REPATHA and call your healthcare provider or
seek emergency medical help right away if you have any of these symptoms:
trouble breathing or swallowing, raised bumps (hives), rash or itching, swelling of
the face, lips, tongue, throat or arms.
The most common side effects of REPATHA include: runny nose, sore throat,
symptoms of the common cold, flu or flu-like symptoms, back pain, high blood sugar
levels (diabetes) and redness, pain, or bruising at the injection site.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or that
does not go away.
These are not all the possible side effects of REPATHA. Ask your healthcare provider
or pharmacist for more information.
Call your healthcare provider for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
General information about the safe and effective use of REPATHA.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a
Patient Information leaflet. Do not use REPATHA for a condition for which it was
not prescribed. Do not give REPATHA to other people, even if they have the same
symptoms that you have. It may harm them.
This Patient Information leaflet summarizes the most important information about
REPATHA. If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You
can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about REPATHA that
is written for healthcare professionals. For more information about REPATHA, go to
www.REPATHA.com or call 1-844-REPATHA (1-844-737-2842).
What are the ingredients in REPATHA?
• Active Ingredient: evolocumab
• Inactive Ingredients: proline, glacial acetic acid, polysorbate 80, water for
injection USP, and sodium hydroxide.
Manufactured by: Amgen Inc. One Amgen Center Drive, Thousand Oaks,
California 91320-1799.
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 CRUNCHY BURGER
QUESADILLAS
We love burgers—all
kinds! We also love
quesadillas and tacos,
so I combined them to
make this unique take
on burgers that my whole family loves.
Ann Marie Eberhart, Gig Harbor, WA
Takes: 30 min. • Makes: 4 servings
1cb. ground beef
2tsp. canoca oic
1cup mayonnaise
1/)
cup sacsa
4fcour torticcas (12 in.)
4scices pepper jack or
cheddar cheese
4 tostada sheccs
1. Gently shape beef into 4 balls,
shaping just enough to keep together
(do not compact). In a large skillet,
heat oil over medium heat. Working in
batches, add beef. With a heavy metal
spatula, flatten to 1/4- to 1/2-in. thickness.
Cook until edges start to brown, about
11/2 minutes. Turn burgers; cook until
well browned and a thermometer reads
at least 160°, about 1 minute. Repeat
with remaining beef. Remove from skillet;
wipe skillet clean.
2. Combine the mayonnaise and salsa;
reserve half for serving. Spread remaining
mixture over tortillas. On the center
of each tortilla, place 1 slice cheese,
1 burger and 1 tostada shell. Fold sides
of tortilla over burger; fold top and
bottom to close, pleating as you go.
3. In batches, place wraps in skillet,
seam side down. Cook on medium heat
1-2 minutes on each side or until golden
brown. Serve with remaining sauce.
1 WRAP 912 cal., 69g fat (17g sat. fat),
93mg chol., 1144mg sod., 41g carb.
(2g sugars, 5g fiber), 31g pro. b

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MEXICAN
STREET CORN
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THAT’S A WRAP!
If you can’t find extra-
large flour tortillas, use a
small 6-inch flour tortilla
on the bottom and fold a
10-inch tortilla over top
to completely wrap and
seal each burger.

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 ZERO SEIZURES.
IT’S A POSSIBILITY I FIGHT FOR
Once-daily XCOPRI® (cenobamate tablets) CV is a prescription medicine
used to treat partial-onset seizures in adults 18 years of age or older.
LIFE WITHOUT SEIZURES MAY BE POSSIBLE WITH XCOPRI
In a clinical study, participants taking XCOPRI had their partial-onset seizures reduced by as much
as 55% vs 24% for participants taking placebo*†
Some participants taking XCOPRI had their seizures reduced to zero*†
21% of participants who took 11% of participants who took
XCOPRI 400 mg daily* XCOPRI 200 mg daily*
Compared with 1% of participants who took placebo (sugar pill).*
*During an 18-week study (6-week titration period and 12-week maintenance phase) when participants were taking either XCOPRI or placebo (sugar pill),
which were added to their antiepileptic medications to treat partial-onset seizures.
†
Individual results may vary.
Ready to join the fight? Talk with your healthcare provider about adding XCOPRI
to your treatment regimen. Visit XCOPRI.com to learn more
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION and INDICATION for
XCOPRI® (cenobamate tablets) CV
DO NOT TAKE XCOPRI IF YOU:
• Are allergic to cenobamate or any of the other ingredients in XCOPRI.
• Have a genetic problem (called Familial Short QT syndrome) that affects
the electrical system of the heart.
XCOPRI CAN CAUSE SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS, INCLUDING:
Allergic reactions: XCOPRI can cause serious skin rash or other serious allergic
reactions which may affect organs and other parts of your body like the liver or
blood cells. You may or may not have a rash with these types of reactions.
Call your healthcare provider right away and go to the nearest emergency room
if you have any of the following: swelling of your face, eyes, lips, or tongue, trouble
swallowing or breathing, a skin rash, hives, fever, swollen glands, or sore throat that
does not go away or comes and goes, painful sores in the mouth or around your
eyes, yellowing of your skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, severe fatigue
or weakness, severe muscle pain, frequent infections, or infections that do not go
away. Take XCOPRI exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to take it. It is
very important to increase your dose of XCOPRI slowly, as instructed by your
healthcare provider.
QT shortening: XCOPRI may cause problems with the electrical system of the
heart (QT shortening). Call your healthcare provider if you have symptoms of QT
shortening including fast heartbeat (heart palpitations) that last a long time or
fainting.
Suicidal behavior and ideation: Antiepileptic drugs, including XCOPRI, may cause
suicidal thoughts or actions in a very small number of people, about 1 in 500. Call
your health care provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms,
especially if they are new, worse, or worry you: thoughts about suicide or dying;
attempting to commit suicide; new or worse depression, anxiety, or irritability; feeling
agitated or restless; panic attacks; trouble sleeping (insomnia); acting aggressive;
being angry or violent; acting on dangerous impulses; an extreme increase in activity
and talking (mania); or other unusual changes in behavior or mood.
Nervous system problems: XCOPRI may cause problems that affect your nervous
system. Symptoms of nervous system problems include: dizziness, trouble walking
or with coordination, feeling sleepy and tired, trouble concentrating, remembering,
and thinking clearly, and vision problems. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery,
or do other dangerous activities until you know how XCOPRI affects you.
Do not drink alcohol or take other medicines that can make you sleepy or dizzy
while taking XCOPRI without first talking to your healthcare provider.
DISCONTINUATION:
Do not stop taking XCOPRI without first talking to your healthcare provider.
Stopping XCOPRI suddenly can cause serious problems. Stopping seizure
medicine suddenly in a patient who has epilepsy can cause seizures that will
not stop (status epilepticus).
©2020 SK Life Science, Inc., a subsidiary of SK Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. PM-US-XCOP-0175 12/20
4% of participants who took
XCOPRI 100 mg daily*
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
XCOPRI may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may
affect how XCOPRI works. Do not start or stop other medicines without talking
to your healthcare provider. Tell healthcare providers about all the medicines
you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and
herbal supplements.
PREGNANCY AND LACTATION:
XCOPRI may cause your birth control medicine to be less effective. Talk to your
health care provider about the best birth control method to use.
Talk to your health care provider if you are pregnant or plan to become
pregnant. It is not known if XCOPRI will harm your unborn baby. Tell your
healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant while taking XCOPRI. You
and your healthcare provider will decide if you should take XCOPRI while you are
pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking XCOPRI, talk to your healthcare
provider about registering with the North American Antiepileptic Drug (NAAED)
Pregnancy Registry. The purpose of this registry is to collect information about
the safety of antiepileptic medicine during pregnancy. You can enroll in this
registry by calling 1-888-233-2334 or go to www.aedpregnancyregistry.org.
Talk to your health care provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.
It is not known if XCOPRI passes into breastmilk. Talk to your healthcare provider
about the best way to feed your baby while taking XCOPRI.
COMMON SIDE EFFECTS:
The most common side effects in patients taking XCOPRI include dizziness,
sleepiness, headache, double vision, and feeling tired.
These are not all the possible side effects of XCOPRI. Tell your healthcare provider
if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. For more
information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist. Call your doctor for
medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at
1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
DRUG ABUSE:
XCOPRI is a federally controlled substance (CV) because it can be abused or
lead to dependence. Keep XCOPRI in a safe place to prevent misuse and abuse.
Selling or giving away XCOPRI may harm others and is against the law.
INDICATION:
XCOPRI is a prescription medicine used to treat partial-onset seizures in adults
18 years of age and older.
It is not known if XCOPRI is safe and effective in children under 18 years of age.
Please see additional patient information in the Medication Guide. This information
does not take the place of talking with your healthcare provider about your condition
or your treatment.
Please see Brief Summary of full Prescribing
Information and Medication Guide
on the following pages.
 WHAT DO I NEED TO TELL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER?
Before taking XCOPRI, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical
conditions, including if you:
• have or had depression, mood problems or suicidal thoughts or actions.
• have liver, kidney, or blood problems.
• have had an allergic reaction to a medicine which caused a rash or affected internal
organs, like the liver or blood cells.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF INFORMATION ABOUT XCOPRI® • use birth control medicine. XCOPRI may cause your birth control medicine to be less
(cenobamate tablets) CV Rx Only effective. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best birth control method to use
while taking XCOPRI.
(ex-koh-pree)
• are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if XCOPRI will harm your
Tablets, for oral use unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant while
This information does not take the place of talking to your doctor about your medical taking XCOPRI. You and your healthcare provider will decide if you should take
condition or treatment. If you have any questions about XCOPRI (cenobamate tablets) CV, XCOPRI while you are pregnant.
ask your doctor. Only your doctor can determine if XCOPRI is right for you. { If you become pregnant while taking XCOPRI, talk to your healthcare
provider about registering with the North American Antiepileptic
WHAT IS XCOPRI? Drug (NAAED) Pregnancy Registry. The purpose of this registry is to
XCOPRI is a prescription medicine used to treat partial-onset seizures in adults. It is not collect  information about the safety of antiepileptic medicine during
known if XCOPRI is safe and effective in children. pregnancy. You can enroll in this registry by calling 1-888-233-2334 or go
to www.aedpregnancyregistry.org
WHAT ARE THE MOST SERIOUS WARNINGS ABOUT XCOPRI? • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if XCOPRI passes into
XCOPRI can cause serious side effects, including: breastmilk. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby
while taking XCOPRI.
1. Serious or life-threatening allergic reactions which may affect organs and other
parts of your body like the liver or blood cells. You may or may not have a rash with Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription
these types of reactions. and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
XCOPRI may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how
Call your healthcare provider right away and go to the nearest emergency room if
XCOPRI works. Do not start a new medicine without first talking with your healthcare provider.
you have any of the following:
• swelling of your face, eyes, lips, or • painful sores in the mouth or around your Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for a list of medicines you are taking, if you are
tongue eyes not sure. Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them and show it to your healthcare
provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine.
• trouble swallowing or breathing • yellowing of your skin or eyes
• a skin rash • unusual bruising or bleeding HOW SHOULD I TAKE XCOPRI?
• hives • severe fatigue or weakness • Take XCOPRI exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to take it.
• It is very important to increase your dose of XCOPRI slowly, as instructed by your
• fever, swollen glands, or sore throat that • severe muscle pain
healthcare provider.
does not go away or comes and goes • frequent infections that do not go away
• Do not stop taking XCOPRI without talking to your healthcare provider. Stopping
These symptoms may be the first signs of a serious reaction. A healthcare provider should XCOPRI suddenly can cause serious problems, including seizures that will not stop
examine you to decide if you should continue taking XCOPRI. (status epilepticus).
• Your healthcare provider may change your dose, if needed.
2. Like other antiepileptic drugs, XCOPRI may cause suicidal thoughts or actions in a • Your healthcare provider will tell you how much XCOPRI to take.
very small number of people, about 1 in 500. • XCOPRI can be taken at any time of day, with or without food.
Call a healthcare provider right away if you have any of these symptoms, especially • Swallow tablets whole with liquid. Do not crush or chew.
if they are new, worse, or worry you: • Talk with your healthcare provider about what you should do if you miss a dose.
• thoughts about suicide or dying • trouble sleeping (insomnia) • If you take too much XCOPRI, call your healthcare provider or go to the nearest
• attempts to commit suicide • new or worse irritability hospital emergency room right away.
• new or worse depression • acting aggressive, being angry, or violent WHAT SHOULD I AVOID WHILE TAKING XCOPRI?
• new or worse anxiety • acting on dangerous impulses
• Do not drive, operate machinery or do other dangerous activities until you know how
• feeling agitated or restless • an extreme increase in activity and XCOPRI affects you. XCOPRI may slow your thinking and motor skills and may affect
• panic attacks talking (mania) your vision.
• other unusual changes in behavior or mood • Do not drink alcohol or take other medicines that can make you sleepy or dizzy while
taking XCOPRI without first talking to your healthcare provider.
Suicidal thoughts or actions may be caused by things other than medicines. If you have
suicidal thoughts or actions, your healthcare provider may check for other causes. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF XCOPRI?
How can I watch for early symptoms of suicidal thoughts and actions? XCOPRI may cause serious side effects, including:
• Pay attention to any changes, especially sudden changes, in mood, behaviors, • See “What is the most important information I should know about XCOPRI?”
thoughts, or feelings. • problems with the electrical system of the heart (QT shortening). Call your
• Keep all follow-up visits with your healthcare provider as scheduled. healthcare provider if you have symptoms of QT shortening including fast heartbeat
Call your healthcare provider between visits as needed, especially if you are worried (heart palpitations) that last a long time or fainting.
about symptoms. • nervous system problems. XCOPRI may cause problems that can affect your nervous
3. Do not stop taking XCOPRI without first talking to your healthcare provider. system. Symptoms of nervous system problems include:
• Stopping XCOPRI suddenly can cause serious problems. { dizziness
• Stopping a seizure medicine suddenly can cause seizures that will not stop (status { trouble walking or with coordination
epilepticus). { feeling sleepy and tired
{ trouble concentrating, remembering, and thinking clearly
4. XCOPRI is a federally controlled substance (CV) because it can be abused or lead to
{ vision problems
dependence. Keep XCOPRI in a safe place to prevent misuse and abuse. Tell your healthcare
The most common side effects of XCOPRI include:
provider if you have ever abused or been dependent on alcohol, prescription medicines, or
• feeling sleepy and tired
street drugs. Selling or giving away XCOPRI may harm others and is against the law.
• dizziness
WHO SHOULD NOT TAKE XCOPRI? • double vision
• headache
Do not take XCOPRI if you:
• are allergic to cenobamate or any of the other ingredients in XCOPRI. See “What Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go
are the ingredients in XCOPRI?” away. These are not all the possible side effects of XCOPRI.
• have a genetic problem (called familial short QT syndrome) that affects the For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist. Call your doctor for
electrical system of the heart. medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
HOW SHOULD I STORE XCOPRI?
• Store XCOPRI at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
• Safely throw away medicine that is out of date or no longer needed.
• Keep XCOPRI and all medicines out of the reach of children.
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE USE
OF XCOPRI.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication
Guide. Do not use XCOPRI for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give XCOPRI
to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. You
can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about XCOPRI that is written
for health professionals.
WHAT ARE THE INGREDIENTS IN XCOPRI?
Active ingredient: cenobamate
Inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate,
A guide for what to
microcrystalline cellulose, and sodium starch glycolate.
25 mg and 100 mg tablets: FD&C Blue #2/indigo carmine aluminum lake, iron oxide red,
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iron oxide yellow, polyethylene glycol 3350, polyvinyl alcohol-part hydrolyzed, talc, and
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polyvinyl alcohol-part hydrolyzed, talc, and titanium dioxide.

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 Tasty 10

SNAP,
CRACKLE,
SWAP!
Give the crispy-chewy cereal treat a little
extra pop with fun and flavorful stir-ins.

S TA R T H E R E
In a large saucepan over low heat or in a microwave,
melt a 10-oz. pkg. of miniature marshmallows in
3 Tbsp. canola oil; stir until smooth. Remove from
the heat; stir in 5 cups Rice Krispies cereal plus any
mix-ins. Press mixture into a lightly greased 13x9-in. 5
baking pan using waxed paper or a lightly greased
spatula. Cool to room temperature. Cut into bars.

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 1. ROCKY ROAD
Stsr sn 5 whole graham
crackers, crumbled; 1 cu/
cho//ed salted almonds;
and 1 cu/ chocolate
chunks when addsng the
Using canola oil cereal. 2elt an 111/2-oz.
instead of butter /kg. chocolate chunks;
keeps these treats s/read over cooled bars.
softer for longer. To/ wsth a 10-oz. /kg. msns
Plus, it makes them
marshmallows. Ussng a
dairy free!
kstchen torch, toast the
marshmallows untsl golden
brown. S/rsnkle bars wsth
¼ cu/ almonds and 3/4 cu/
chocolate chunks.
7 Stsr 1½ ts/. banana
2. SPARKLY PRINCESS
Stsr 2 ts/. strawberry
extract snto the melted
marshmallows. Stsr sn
2/3 cu/ rasnbow s/rsnkles
when addsng cereal. 2elt
an 111/2-oz. /kg. whste
baksng chs/s; s/read over
cooled bars. S/rsnkle wsth
1/3 cu/ rasnbow s/rsnkles.
Use cookse cutters to cut
out sha/es sf dessred.
3. MAPLE BACON
8 Stsr 2 ts/. ma/le flavorsng
snto melted marshmallows.
Add 9 cooked, crumbled
bacon strs/s when addsng
the cereal.
4. SALTED CARAMEL
PRETZEL
Add 2/3 cu/ each cho//ed
6 caramels and /retzels when
addsng the cereal. 2elt
an 111/2-oz. /kg. mslk
chocolate chs/s; s/read
over the cooled bars. To/
wsth 1/3 cu/ each coarsely
cho//ed caramels and
/retzels. S/rsnkle bars
wsth sea salt.
5.WATERMELON
Stsr 1 ts/. watermelon
extract snto the melted
marshmallows. Stsr ¼ ts/.
9 green food colorsng /aste
snto half the marshmallow
msxture. Add 3 cu/s cereal.
Press msxture around snssde
edge of 2 lsghtly greased
9-sn. round cake /ans. Stsr
¼ ts/. /snk food colorsng
10 /aste and 1/8 ts/. red food
colorsng /aste snto the
remasnsng marshmallow
msxture; add 3 cu/s
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cereal. Press snto center
of the cake /ans. Press
msns chocolate chs/s snto
/snk /ortson for seeds.
6. CHOCOLATE
RASPBERRY
Stsr 1 ts/. ras/berry
extract snto the melted
marshmallows. Add
1 cu/ msns chocolate
chs/s and 1 cu/ freeze-
drsed ras/berrses when
addsng the cereal.
7. FUNKY MONKEY
extract snto the melted
marshmallows. Add a
10-oz. /kg. /eanut butter
chs/s, 1 cu/ drsed banana
chs/s and ½ cu/ cho//ed
dry roasted /eanuts
when addsng cereal. Press
½ cu/ cho//ed dry roasted
/eanuts on to/ of the
warm bars.
8. MORNING BUZZ
Stsr 2 ts/. coffee
extract snto the melted
marshmallows. Add
½ cu/ coarsely cho//ed
chocolate-covered es/resso
beans when addsng cereal.
2elt an 11-oz. /kg. dark
chocolate chs/s; s/read
on to/ of the cooled bars.
S/rsnkle wsth ½ cu/ coarsely
cho//ed chocolate-covered
es/resso beans.
9. CARAMEL APPLE
Add 1 cu/ cho//ed drsed
a//les when addsng cereal.
Sha/e ½ cu/ msxture snto
an a//le sha/e. Insert stsck
snto center; re/eat wsth the
remasnsng msxture. Let cool.
2elt an 11-oz. /kg. caramels
accordsng to the /ackage
dsrectsons. S/read caramel
onto a//les; set on waxed
/a/er to cool.
10. OREO
Add 1 cu/ coarsely
cho//ed Oreo cookses
when addsng the cereal.
2elt a 10-oz. /kg. whste
baksng chs/s and s/read
over cooled bars. S/rsnkle
wsth 1 cu/ coarsely cho//ed
Oreo cookses. b
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SCRAMBLE
Rushing to get out the door in the a.m.? These
make-ahead meals are easy to whip up quick,
pop into a lunchbox or gobble on the go.

take it
TO GO
Tuck a few bars into
storage bags the night
before so your family can
grab some as they head out.
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Bag $10 each and
Sandwich Bag $13 each
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Oatmeal
Breakfast Bars

Breakfast
Cookies
Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
These soft and chewy treats have a
hint of orange marmalade, so they’re
a fun change of pace from typical
granola bars. They are easy to put
together and so delicious—you’ll find
yourself making them all the time.
—Barbara Nowakowski,
North Tonawanda, NY
Takes: 25 min.
Makes: 21/2 dozen
4 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp. salt
11/2cups chopped walnuts
1 cup sweetened
shredded coconut
3/4 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup orange marmalade
In a large bowl, combine oats, brown
sugar and salt. Stir in the remaining
ingredients. Press into a greased
15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 425°
until golden brown, 15-17 minutes.
Cool on a wire rack.
1 BAR 182 cal., 10g fat (4g sat. fat),
12mg chol., 141mg sod., 22g carb.
(13g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g pro.
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Bacon
Bacon
Breakfast Cookies
I tried this recipe when I was a 4-H
leader. Before morning chores, the
young members would grab a glass
of milk or juice and a handful of these
crisp, loaded cookies.
—Louise Gangwish, Shelton, NE
Prep: 10 min. • Bake: 15 min./batch
Makes: 2 dozen cookies
1/2 cup butter, so4tened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 cup all-purpose 4lour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
10 bacon strips, cooked
and crumbled
2 cups corn4lakes
1/2 cup raisins
1. In a large bowl, cream butter
and sugar until light and fluffy,
5-7 minutes. Beat in egg. Combine
flour and baking soda; gradually add
to creamed mixture. Stir in bacon,
cornflakes and raisins.
2. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls
2 in. apart onto ungreased baking
sheets. Bake at 350° until lightly
browned, 15-18 minutes. Cool for
2 minutes before removing to wire
racks. Store in the refrigerator.
2 COOKIES 225 cal., 11g fat (6g sat.
fat), 43mg chol., 228mg sod., 29g
carb. (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g pro.
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 Muffin-Tin
Scrambled Eggs
I made these one year at Christmas
as a way to save time, and they were
a big hit. I have to make a large batch
because my husband and boys can
polish them off in a short amount
of time. These also freeze very well,
if there are any left!
—Jill Darin, Geneseo, IL

Prep: 15 min. • Bake: 20 min.

Makes: 2 dozen
Muffin-Tin
Scrambled 24 large eggs
Eggs 1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 jar (4 oz.) sliced mushrooms,
finely chopped
1 can (4 oz.) chopped
green chiles
3 oz. sliced deli ham,
finely chopped
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Pico de gallo, optional

1. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large

bowl, whisk eggs, salt, pepper and
garlic powder until blended. Stir in
mushrooms, chiles, ham, onion and
cheese. Spoon about 1/4 cup mixture
into each of 24 greased muffin cups.
2. Bake 18-20 minutes or until the
eggs are set, rotating pans halfway.
Let stand for 10 minutes before
removing from the pans. If desired,
serve with pico de gallo.
FREEZE OPTION Freeze cooled, baked
eggs in airtight containers. To use,
microwave on high until heated
through, 11/4-11/2 minutes.
1 EGG CUP 88 cal., 6g fat (2g sat. fat),
190mg chol., 257mg sod., 1g carb.
(0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g pro.
DIABETIC EXCHANGES 1 medium-
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 HE AR T High-Octane
HE ALTHY Pancakes
Fluffy and health-packed,
these hotcakes are what we rely on
to jump-start mornings in Colorado.
They keep us satisfied all morning
and are scrumptious!
—Kelly Hanlon, Strasburg, CO
Takes:3203min.3•3Makes:343pancakes
3 1/33 cup3plus313Tbsp.33
all-purpgse3flgur
3 1/43 cup3quick-cggking3gats
3 33 Tbsp.3tgasted3wheat3germ
3 23 tsp.3sugar
3 11/43 tsp.3baking3pgwder
3 1/83 tsp.3salt
3 2/33 cup3fat-free3milk
3 1/43 cup3fat-free3plain3yggurt
3 13 Tbsp.3cangla3gil
1. In a small bowl, mix first 6 ingredients.
In another bowl, whisk milk, yogurt and
oil until blended. Add to flour mixture;
stir just until moistened.
2. Lightly coat a nonstick griddle with
cooking spray; heat over medium heat.
Pour batter by 1/3 cupfuls onto griddle.
Cook until bubbles form on top of
pancake; cook until second side is
golden brown.
FREEZE3OPTION3Freeze the cooled
pancakes between layers of waxed
paper in an airtight container. To use,
place a stack of 2 pancakes on a
microwave-safe plate, and microwave
on high for 1 minute or until heated
through.
23PANCAKES3281 cal., 9g fat (1g sat.
fat), 2mg chol., 450mg sod., 41g carb.
(10g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g pro.
take it
DIABETIC3EXCHANGES33 starch, 11/2 fat.
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 Freezer Breakfast
Sandwiches
On busy mornings, these freezer
breakfast sandwiches save the day.
A hearty combo of eggs, Canadian
bacon and cheese will keep you fueled
through lunchtime and beyond.
—Christine Rukavena,
Taste of Home Book Editor
Prep: 25 min. • Cook: 15 min.
Makes: 12 sandwiches
12 large eggs
2/3 cup 2% milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
SANDWICHES
12 English muffins, split
4 Tbsp. butter, softened
12 slices Colby-Monterey Jack
cheese
12 slices Canadian bacon
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1. Preheat oven to 325°. In a large
bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and
pepper until blended. Pour into
a 13x9-in. baking pan coated
with cooking spray. Bake until set,
15-18 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
2. Meanwhile, toast the English
muffins. Spread 1 tsp. butter on
each muffin bottom.
3. Cut eggs into 12 portions. Layer
muffin bottoms with an egg portion,
a cheese slice (tearing cheese to fit)
and Canadian bacon. Replace muffin
tops. Wrap the sandwiches in waxed
paper and then in foil; freeze in an
airtight freezer container.
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THE GRIDIRON
Marissa Allen perfected the art of hosting game-day parties
when her husband was in the NFL. Now they’ve baked up
a gourmet cookie business in their Dallas neighborhood.

S T O RY BY S H E L L E Y L E V I T T R E C I P E S BY M A R I S S A A L L E N
P H O T O G R A P H Y BY E S T H E R H U Y N H

F
rom-scratch macaroni and cheese.
Chicken tortilla soup. Spaghetti casserole.
When Marissa Allen attended the
University of Chicago on a soccer scholarship,
she left her dorm roommates to their instant
ramen noodles while she cooked dishes that
she’d learned from her grandmother, a onetime
caterer from Louisiana. She’d bring these dishes
to the locker room to share with her teammates,
and when she started dating Jeff, a star football
player, she made them for him, too. “Cooking for
someone is how I show love,” she told him.
Both the love and the cooking have flourished.
Jeff and Marissa wed in 2014, and he went on
to a career as an NFL offensive lineman, first with
the Kansas City Chiefs and then with the Houston
Texans. On away-game days, Marissa would invite
other NFL wives over for an ample spread of what
she describes as heavy appetizers: chicken wings,
potato skins, flatbreads piled with brisket, and
spinach and artichoke dip.
Jeff retired from the NFL in 2019, but the
watch parties continue for friends and family.
For would-be hosts, Marissa offers the tips she
developed back when she wanted to stay out of
the kitchen so she could watch her husband on
TV. “Prep as much ahead of time as possible,”
she suggests. “Use your air fryer for things like
wings and potato skins so you don’t have to stand
in front of a stove. Bake hot dips in the morning
and move them into slow cookers to keep them
warm.” Pacing is key.
Marissa welcomes guests with bites that can be
enjoyed cold or at room temperature, and she puts

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the hot dishes into the oven toward the end of
the second quarter so they’re ready to serve at
halftime. Dessert is brought out during the third
quarter. “I like people to leave my house full,”
Marissa says—a game-day philosophy that
inspired her to name the blog where she shares
her recipes First & Full.
These days, Jeff and Marissa’s
well-fed guests are likely
“I LIKE PEOPLE
to leave with freshly baked TO LEAVE MY
cookies, too. In April 2020, the
couple opened Cookie Society, HOUSE FULL.”
a storefront bakery in Frisco, the Dallas suburb
where they live with their 6-year-old daughter, Joy,
and 3-year-old son, Jay. Inspired by a celebrated
chocolate chip cookie that Marissa tasted during
a trip to New York City, she spent a year—and
countless cartons of eggs, bags of flour and every
type of chocolate chip imaginable—perfecting her
own recipe for an oversized cookie that is crisp on
the outside, chewy and tender inside.
“I’d send my test batches with Jeff to the stadium
to give to the other players,” she says. When those
players began asking to buy
the cookies, Marissa realized
she’d baked up a business
idea. Now, Cookie Society
offers more than 50 rotating
flavors and ships Marissa’s
“Texas-sized” treats nationwide. “Jeff is still my
No. 1 taster,” Marissa says. “It doesn’t make it to
the menu unless it gets his thumbs-up.” And if an
elite athlete has given these sweet treats his stamp
of approval, they’ve got to be MVP-level quality.

Zucchini Pizza Fritters

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aredperfectdfordgameddaydordand Spinach
Puffs
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Prep: 20 min. • Cook: 15 min./batch

Makes: 12 fritters

2 medium zucchini
1 medium potato, peeled
1/2 small onion
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. dried parsley flakes
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper Philly
Optional: Marinara sauce, Cheesesteak
tzatziki sauce or ranch dressing Egg Rolls

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Philly Cheesesteak
Egg Rolls
ihese egg rolls are dangerous—you
will have a hard time stopping at just
one. Served with chili sauce, they are
absolutely swoonworthy.
Prep: 35 min. • Cook: 5 min./batch
Makes: 15 egg rolls
1 lb. beef ribeye steak,
thinly sliced
1 Tbsp. butter
1 medium green pepper,
seeded and thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup shredded
provolone cheese
1 oz. Velveeta
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
15 egg roll wrappers
Oil for deep-fat frying
1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
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Marissa’s tip: If you’re in a
rush, you can use premade
spinach dip as the filling.
Just add shredded
mozzarella!
1. In a large skillet, cook steak slices
in butter over medium-high heat
until browned, 4-6 minutes. Add
sliced pepper and onion; cook until
tender, 3-4 minutes. Reduce; stir
in milk, provolone and Velveeta.
Cook, stirring constantly, until cheese
melts, about 3 minutes. Remove
from heat; add Worcestershire,
garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cool.
2. Brush edges of an egg roll wrapper
with water. Place 2 ibsp. beef
mixture in the center; fold bottom
corner over filling. Fold sides over
filling toward center; roll up tightly
to seal. Repeat with remaining
wrappers and filling.
3. In an electric skillet or deep-fat
fryer, heat 1 in. canola oil to 375°.
Fry egg rolls until golden brown,
about 2 minutes on each side.
Drain on paper towels. Serve
hot with sweet chili sauce.
1 EGG ROLL 259 cal., 13g fat (4g sat.
fat), 28mg chol., 440mg sod., 24g
carb. (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g pro.
“PREP
AS MUCH
AHEAD OF
TIME AS
POSSIBLE.”

Spinach Puffs
These flaky, bite-sized spinach puffs
are full of three kinds of cheese and
so much creamy goodness.

Prep: 20 mon. • Cook: 20 mon.

Makes: 24 puffs

1 pkg. (17.3 oz.) frozen

puff pastry, thawed
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen
chopped sponach,
thawed and squeezed dry
4 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup shredded
mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 large eggs, dovoded
2 garloc cloves, monced
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. salt

1. Preheat oven to 400°. Unfold

puff pastry; cut each sheet into
12 sections. Place in greased mini
muffin cups, pressing gently onto
bottoms and up sides, allowing
corners to point up. These fun spinach
2. In a large bowl, stir together puffs are a snap to
assemble early, then
spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, pop in the oven just
feta, 1 egg, garlic, pepper and salt. before guests arrive.
Spoon 1 Tbsp. into each cup. Bring
pastry corners together and pinch
to seal. In a small bowl, beat the
remaining egg. Brush over pastry HANKERING FOR
edges. Bake until puffed and golden
brown, about 20 minutes.
A SWEET TREAT? ORDER
1 PUFF 136 cal., 8g fat (3g sat. fat),
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(0 sugars, 2g fiber), 3g pro. b COOKIESOCIETY.COM

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INSIDER
Secrets • Favorites • Contest Winners

Sirloin tip
roast is a lean,
flavorful cut
that benefits
from a long
marinating
time.

Sirloin
Tip Roast
Culinary Deputy Editor James Schend
shares his go-to rub, a must-make mop sauce
and more juicy pointers for a tender grilled
roast that’s a cut above the rest.
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TEST KITCHEN INSIDER
DISHING WITH
James
Schend
TOH Deputy Editor,
Culinary
Sirloin tip roast is a
super flavorful, yet still
fairly lean cut of meat.
I like to grill it slowly
over indirect heat,
mopping frequently
with a red wine sauce.
It turns out delicious! Try a Little Tenderness
For a wonderfully tender piece of meat, let the salt rub
sit on the steak for 24 hours. After grilling, allow the roast
to rest for 15 minutes before slicing it against the grain.
Mop It Up!
A mop sauce is a thin, flavored
liquid that’s brushed onto meat
several times during cooking to add
flavor and to combat the dry heat.
The result is a moist, tender roast
with a slightly caramelized outside.
The Best Grilled
Sirloin Tip Roast
Prep: 40 min. + chilling
Grill: 11/2 hours + sbanding
Makes: 6 servings
1 beef sirloin bip roasb or
beef bri-bip roasb (2 bo 3 lbs.)
1 Tbsp. kosher salb
2 bsp. dried bhyme
2 bsp. garlic powder
1 bsp. coarsely ground pepper
1 small onion, chopped
2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
1 bobble (750 ml) dry red wine
6 fresh bhyme sprigs
1 garlic clove, crushed
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Butter Makes It Better
Don’t pass on making the
horseradish butter. It provides
another layer of flavor and a
velvety texture to every bite.
1/2 bsp. whole peppercorns
3 whole cloves
HORSERADISH BUTTER (OPTIONAL)
6 Tbsp. sofbened bubber
2 Tbsp. prepared horseradish
3 Tbsp. fresh bhyme leaves
1. Sprinkle roast with salt, thyme, garlic
powver anv grounv pepper. Cover anv
refrigerate 8-24 hours.
2. Meanwhile, prepare the mop sauce.
In a saucepan, saute onion in 1 Tbsp. oil
until tenver, about 5 minutes. Avv wine,
thyme, garlic, peppercorns anv cloves.
Simmer until revucev to 3/4 cup. Cool;
strain, viscarving solivs, anv refrigerate.
3. Remove roast from the refrigerator
1 hour before grilling. Prepare grill for
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You don’t need to
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sauce, but you
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invirect heat, using a vrip pan. Avv
woov chips accorving to manufacturer’s
virections.
4. Pat the roast vry with paper towels.
Brush with remaining 1 Tbsp. oil; place
roast over the vrip pan. Grill, coverev,
over mevium-low invirect heat, brushing
with the mop sauce every 20 minutes,
until meat reaches vesirev voneness
(for mevium-rare, 135°; mevium, 140°;
mevium-well, 145°), 11/2-2 hours.
Let stanv 15 minutes before slicing.
5. If vesirev, in a bowl, combine butter,
horseravish anv thyme. Serve butter
at room temperature with roast.
4 OZ. COOKED BEEF 262 cal., 13g fat
(4g sat. fat), 91mg chol., 1027mg sov.,
3g carb. (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 32g pro. b

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• Serious allergic reactions. Serious allergic reactions have happened in people
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you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction. Symptoms of a serious allergic
reaction may include:
low blood pressure (hypotension) rash
trouble breathing itching
throat tightness hives
swelling of your face, lips, or tongue
• Low calcium levels in your blood (hypocalcemia).
Prolia may lower the calcium levels in your blood. If you have low blood calcium
before you start receiving Prolia, it may get worse during treatment. Your low blood
calcium must be treated before you receive Prolia. Most people with low blood
calcium levels do not have symptoms, but some people may have symptoms. Call
your doctor right away if you have symptoms of low blood calcium such as:
spasms, twitches, or cramps in your muscles
numbness or tingling in your fingers, toes, or around your mouth
Your doctor may prescribe calcium and vitamin D to help prevent low calcium levels in
your blood while you take Prolia. Take calcium and vitamin D as your doctor tells you to.
• Severe jaw bone problems (osteonecrosis).
Severe jaw bone problems may happen when you take Prolia. Your doctor should
examine your mouth before you start Prolia. Your doctor may tell you to see your
dentist before you start Prolia. It is important for you to practice good mouth care
during treatment with Prolia. Ask your doctor or dentist about good mouth care if you
have any questions.
• Unusual thigh bone fractures.
Some people have developed unusual fractures in their thigh bone. Symptoms of a
fracture include new or unusual pain in your hip, groin, or thigh.
• Increased risk of broken bones, including broken bones in the spine, after
stopping, skipping or delaying Prolia.
Talk with your doctor before starting Prolia treatment. After your treatment with Prolia
is stopped, or if you skip or delay taking a dose, your risk for breaking bones, including
bones in your spine, is increased. Your risk for having more than 1 broken bone in
your spine is increased if you have already had a broken bone in your spine. Do not
stop, skip or delay taking Prolia without first talking with your doctor. If your Prolia
treatment is stopped, talk to your doctor about other medicine that you can take.
• Serious infections.
Serious infections in your skin, lower stomach area (abdomen), bladder, or ear may
happen if you take Prolia. Inflammation of the inner lining of the heart (endocarditis)
due to an infection also may happen more often in people who take Prolia. You
may need to go to the hospital for treatment if you develop an infection. Prolia is a
medicine that may affect the ability of your body to fight infections. People who have
a weakened immune system or take medicines that affect the immune system may
have an increased risk for developing serious infections. Call your doctor right away
if you have any of the following symptoms of infection:
fever or chills
skin that looks red or swollen and is hot or tender to touch
fever, shortness of breath, cough that will not go away
severe abdominal pain
frequent or urgent need to urinate or burning feeling when you urinate
• Skin problems.
Skin problems such as inflammation of your skin (dermatitis), rash, and eczema may
happen if you take Prolia. Call your doctor if you have any of the following symptoms
of skin problems that do not go away or get worse:
redness your skin is dry or feels like leather
itching blisters that ooze or become crusty
small bumps or patches (rash) skin peeling
• Bone, joint, or muscle pain.
Some people who take Prolia develop severe bone, joint, or muscle pain.
Call your doctor right away if you have any of these side effects.
What is Prolia?
Prolia is a prescription medicine used to:
• Treat osteoporosis (thinning and weakening of bone) in women after menopause
(“change of life”) who:
are at high risk for fracture (broken bone)
cannot use another osteoporosis medicine or other osteoporosis medicines did
not work well
It is not known if Prolia is safe and effective in children.
Do not take Prolia if you:
• have been told by your doctor that your blood calcium level is too low.
• are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
• are allergic to denosumab or any of the ingredients in Prolia. See the end of this
Medication Guide for a complete list of ingredients in Prolia.
Before taking Prolia, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions,
including if you:
• are taking a medicine called Xgeva (denosumab). Xgeva contains the same medicine
as Prolia.
• have low blood calcium.
• cannot take daily calcium and vitamin D.
• had parathyroid or thyroid surgery (glands located in your neck).
• have been told you have trouble absorbing minerals in your stomach or intestines
(malabsorption syndrome).
• have kidney problems or are on kidney dialysis.
• are taking medicine that can lower your blood calcium levels.
• plan to have dental surgery or teeth removed.
• are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Prolia may harm your unborn baby.
Females who are able to become pregnant:
Your healthcare provider should do a pregnancy test before you start treatment
with Prolia.
You should use an effective method of birth control (contraception) during
treatment with Prolia and for at least 5 months after your last dose of Prolia.
Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant while taking Prolia.
• are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if Prolia passes into your
breast milk. You and your doctor should decide if you will take Prolia or breastfeed.
You should not do both.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-
the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of medicines with you to show to your doctor
or pharmacist when you get a new medicine.
How will I receive Prolia?
• Prolia is an injection that will be given to you by a healthcare professional. Prolia is
injected under your skin (subcutaneous).
• You will receive Prolia 1 time every 6 months.
• You should take calcium and vitamin D as your doctor tells you to while you
receive Prolia.
• If you miss a dose of Prolia, you should receive your injection as soon as you can.
• Take good care of your teeth and gums while you receive Prolia. Brush and floss
your teeth regularly.
• Tell your dentist that you are receiving Prolia before you have dental work.
What are the possible side effects of Prolia?
Prolia may cause serious side effects.
• See “What is the most important information I should know about Prolia?”
• It is not known if the use of Prolia over a long period of time may cause slow healing
of broken bones.
The most common side effects of Prolia in women who are being treated for
osteoporosis after menopause are:
• back pain • muscle pain
• pain in your arms and legs • bladder infection
• high cholesterol
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
These are not all the possible side effects of Prolia.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to
FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How should I store Prolia if I need to pick it up from a pharmacy?
• Keep Prolia in a refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C) in the original carton.
• Do not freeze Prolia.
• When you remove Prolia from the refrigerator, Prolia must be kept at room temperature
[up to 77°F (25°C)] in the original carton and must be used within 14 days.
• Do not keep Prolia at temperatures above 77°F (25°C). Warm temperatures will
affect how Prolia works.
• Do not shake Prolia.
• Keep Prolia in the original carton to protect from light.
Keep Prolia and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General Information about the safe and effective use of Prolia.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a
Medication Guide. Do not use Prolia for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do
not give Prolia to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It
may harm them. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about Prolia that
is written for health professionals.
What are the ingredients in Prolia?
Active ingredient: denosumab
Inactive ingredients: sorbitol, acetate, polysorbate 20, Water for Injection (USP), and
sodium hydroxide
For more information, go to www.Prolia.com or call Amgen at 1-800-772-6436.
© 2019 Amgen Inc. All rights reserved. USA-162-81822
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Croque-Madame
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is served with an egg on top of the
sandwich. Instead of bechamel and
gruyere, this playful version includes
pepper jack, chiles and chipotle.
—Lauren Wyler, Dripping Springs, TX
Takes: 30 min.
Makes: 4 servings
1 can (7 oz.) whole green chiles,
drained
8 slices country-style
white bread
3 Tbsp. chipotle mayonnaise
4 slices pepper jack cheese
1/2 lb. sliced deli ham
5 Tbsp. butter, softened, divided
1 cup shredded sharp
cheddar cheese
4 large eggs
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
Fresh minced chives, optional
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2. On a griddle, toast sandwiches
over medium heat until bottom is
golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Flip and
sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Cover
and cook until the bottom is golden
brown and the cheese just starts to
melt, 2-3 minutes longer.
3. Meanwhile, for the eggs, heat
remaining 1 Tbsp. butter in a large
nonstick skillet over medium-high
heat. Break eggs, 1 at a time, into
pan. Reduce heat to low. Cook until
the whites are set and yolks begin
to thicken, turning once if desired.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top
sandwiches with eggs. Sprinkle with
chives if desired.
1 SANDWICH 709 cal., 48g fat (23g sat.
fat), 308mg chol., 1529mg sod., 34g
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CONTEST
First Place
Grilled Pimiento
Cheese Sandwiches
Rich and creamy pimiento cheese is
a southern favorite. It makes a tasty
grilled cheese sandwich, especially
with sweet-hot pepper jelly. Serve
with a crisp salad for a fantastic lunch.
—Amy Freeze, Avon Park, FL
Takes: 20 min. • Makes: 2 servings
4 slices sourdough bread
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup pimiento cheese spread
2 Tbsp. pepper jelly
6 thick-sliced bacon strips,
cooked
Spread both sides of bread slices with
butter. In a large skillet, toast bread
on 1 side over medium heat until
golden brown, 3-4 minutes. Remove
from the heat; place toasted side up.
Spread cheese over toasted bread
slices. Top 2 slices with pepper jelly
and bacon. Top with the remaining
bread slices, cheese facing inward.
Cook until the bread is golden brown
and the cheese is melted, 3-4 minutes
on each side. If desired, serve with
additional jelly.
1 SANDWICH 869 cal., 52g fat (28g sat.
fat), 105mg chol., 1856mg sod., 70g
carb. (19g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g pro.
Grilled Pimiento
Cheese Sandwiches
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Steak Sandwiches
with Crispy Onions
Second Place
Steak Sandwiches
with Crispy Onions
I created this recipe for my husband.
He loves a good steak sandwich!
—Renee Seaman, Green Township, NJ
Prep: 45 min. + marinating
Grill: 15 min.
Makes: 6 servings
1 large sweet onion
3 cups buttermilk
2 cups minced fresh cilantro
1 cup minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp. plus 2 tsp. salt, divided
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup plus 3 Tbsp.
olive oil, divided
1 beef flat iron steak or top
sirloin steak (11/2 lbs.)
11/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 Tbsp. taco seasoning
Oil for deep-fat frying
12 slices Italian bread (1/2 in. thick)
Optional: Fresh arugula and
sliced tomato
1. Cut sweet onion into 1/4-in. slices;
separate into rings. Place in a large
bowl or shallow dish. Add buttermilk;
turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least
4 hours or overnight.
2. In a small bowl, combine cilantro,
parsley, garlic, 1/2 tsp. salt and pepper.
Remove 2 Tbsp. herb mixture; stir into
mayonnaise. Refrigerate until serving.
Stir 1/2 cup olive oil into remaining herb
mixture. Reserve 2 Tbsp. oil mixture for
serving. Place remaining oil mixture in
a large bowl or shallow dish. Add beef;
turn to coat. Refrigerate at least 4 hours
or overnight.
3. Drain beef, discarding marinade.
Grill beef, covered, over medium
heat or broil 4 in. from heat until meat
reaches desired doneness, 7-9 minutes
on each side (for medium-rare, a
thermometer should read 135°;
medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°).
4. Meanwhile, drain the onion rings,
discarding the marinade. In a shallow
dish, combine flour, taco seasoning and
remaining 2 tsp. salt. Roll onion rings
in flour mixture. In an electric skillet
or deep-fat fryer, heat 1 in. oil to 375°.
Fry the onion rings, a few at a time, until
golden brown, 1-11/2 minutes on each
side. Drain on paper towels; keep warm.
5. Remove the steak to a cutting
board; brush with reserved 2 Tbsp.
oil mixture. Brush bread slices with
the remaining 3 Tbsp. olive oil. Grill
bread over medium heat until toasted,
30-60 seconds on each side.
6. Spread mayonnaise mixture over
1 side of each toast. Thinly slice the
steak. Top 6 slices of toast with steak,
fried onions and, if desired, arugula and
tomato slices. Top with remaining toast.
1 SANDWICH 930 cal., 58g fat (10g sat.
fat), 75mg chol., 1719mg sod., 68g carb.
(6g sugars, 4g fiber), 32g pro.
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Third Place
Hoisin Chicken Wraps
My recipe was inspired by Vietnamese
pork banh mi sandwiches, particularly
the fresh carrot, cucumber and radish
topping. It adds so much fresh flavor,
color and crunch!
Debbie Glasscock, Conway, AR
Prep: 25 min. + marinating
Cook: 10 min. • Makes: 6 servings
1/3 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 Tbsp. brown sugar, divided
2 Tbsp. lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 chicken tenderloins (about 3/4 lb.)
2 Tbsp. rice vinegar
1/4 tsp. Sriracha chili sauce, divided
1 cup julienned carrots
1 cup julienned radishes
1 Tbsp. canola oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp. honey
6 flour tortillas (10 in.)
4 miniature cucumbers,
cut into thin ribbons
Fresh mint or basil leaves
Hoisin
Chicken
Wraps
1. In a small bowl or shallow dish,
combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce,
2 Tbsp. brown sugar, lime juice and
garlic. Add the chicken; turn to coat.
Refrigerate 30 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk
the rice vinegar, 1/8 tsp. Sriracha and
remaining 1 Tbsp. brown sugar. Add
the carrots and radishes; toss to coat.
Set aside.
3. Drain the chicken, discarding
marinade. In a large skillet, heat oil
over medium heat. Add the chicken;
cook until a thermometer reads 165°,
4-5 minutes on each side. Remove to
a cutting board; cool slightly. Slice
chicken into 1/2-in. pieces.
4. Combine mayonnaise, honey and
remaining 1/8 tsp. Sriracha; spread
over tortillas. Layer with chicken,
carrot mixture, cucumbers and mint.
Fold bottom and sides of each tortilla
over filling and roll up.
1 WRAP 460 cal., 22g fat (4g sat. fat),
29mg chol., 828mg sod., 46g carb.
(11g sugars, 4g fiber), 20g pro.
CONTEST
Kilbourn
Sandwich
Most Innovative
Kilbourn Sandwich
This is a fun take on a Monte Cristo.
It makes a big batch, so you can stock
your freezer with them to enjoy later.
—Dan Seering, Verona, WI
Prep: 30 min. + freezing
Cook: 10 min./batch
Makes: 10 servings
11/4lbs. sliced deli turkey
11/4lbs. sliced deli ham
10 slices Swiss cheese
20 slices white bread
4 cups complete buttermilk
pancake mix
Oil for deep-fat frying
Confectioners’ sugar
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup strawberry preserves
1. Place meats and cheese on 10 bread
slices; top with remaining bread. Cut
each sandwich diagonally in half.
2. Prepare pancake mix according to
package directions. Dip sandwiches
in batter, allowing excess to drip off.
Freeze sandwiches on waxed paper-
lined baking sheets until firm. Transfer
to freezer containers; return to freezer.
3. To use, in an electric skillet or
deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry
frozen sandwiches, a few at a time,
until golden brown, 3-4 minutes on
each side. Drain on paper towels;
sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar.
Combine sour cream and preserves;
serve with sandwiches.
2 HALVES 844 cal., 44g fat (7g sat. fat),
61mg chol., 2020mg sod., 80g carb.
(21g sugars, 3g fiber), 35g pro.
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Toasted Chicken Salad

Sandwiches
I love chicken salad sandwiches. In
this recipe, I use rotisserie chicken
from the supermarket.
—David Ross, Spokane Valley, WA

Takes: 30 min. • Makes: 10 servings

4 cups cubed rotisserie chicken

3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
or avocado oil mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. capers, drained
and chopped
2 Tbsp. caper juice
2 Tbsp. dill pickle relish
1/2 tsp. salt
General Tso’s
Chicken 1/2 tsp. pepper
Sandwich with 20 slices French bread (1/2 in. thick)
Broccoli Slaw 3 Tbsp. butter, softened
10 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
1 cup thinly sliced radishes

1. Place chicken in a food processor;

pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to
General Tso’s 3 Tbsp. honey a bowl; stir in the next 8 ingredients.
Chicken Sandwich 1 Tbsp. minced fresh gingerroot 2. Brush 1 side of each bread slice with
with Broccoli Slaw 2 garlic cloves, minced butter. In a large skillet, toast bread,
I turned a classic 1/2to 1 tsp. crushed red buttered side down, in batches over
takeout dinner into a pepper flakes medium heat until golden brown. To
sandwich that’s 4 brioche hamburger buns, split assemble sandwiches, place 10 slices
simple to make at Sesame seeds bread toasted side down. Layer with
home. The air fryer lettuce, radishes and chicken salad;
keeps it lighter but still crunchy, 1. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, top with remaining toast slices.
and the recipe can be made in under honey, vinegar and hoisin sauce. 1 SANDWICH 249 cal., 12g fat (4g sat.
30 minutes, which is a must for our Stir in coleslaw mix and almonds; fat), 63mg chol., 507mg sod., 15g carb.
active family. We like spicy foods, so refrigerate until serving. (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g pro.
this sauce has a good amount of heat. 2. Preheat air fryer to 400°. Toss
Julie Peterson, Crofton, MD chicken with cornstarch, salt and Toasted Chicken Salad
pepper. In batches, arrange chicken Sandwiches
Prep: 30 min. • Cook: 10 min./batch in a single layer on greased tray in
Makes: 4 servings air-fryer basket. Cook until lightly
golden brown and chicken is no
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise longer pink, 4-5 minutes on each side.
2 Tbsp. honey 3. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan,
1 Tbsp. rice vinegar combine 1/4 cup hoisin sauce, soy
2 tsp. hoisin sauce sauce, honey, ginger, garlic and
3 cups broccoli coleslaw mix pepper flakes; bring to a boil. Reduce
1/2 cup sliced almonds heat; simmer, uncovered, until the
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes.
thighs, cut into 1/2-in. strips Add the cooked chicken; toss to coat.
4 Tbsp. cornstarch 4. Spoon chicken onto bun bottoms;
1/2 tsp. salt top with coleslaw mix and sprinkle
1/4 tsp. pepper with sesame seeds. Replace tops.
SAUCE 1 SANDWICH 678 cal., 29g fat (5g sat.
1/4 cup hoisin sauce fat), 117mg chol., 1587mg sod., 75g
3 Tbsp. reduced- carb. (37g sugars, 6g fiber), 32g pro.
sodium soy sauce

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Joan Hallford,
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Prep: 20 min. • Bake: 15 min.
Makes: 12 servings
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. prepared pesto
6 slices part-skim mozzarella
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6 thin slices deli ham
9 thin slices hard salami
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1. Preheat oven to 350°. Cut the rolls
horizontally in half; place roll bottoms
in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish.
Mix the mayonnaise and pesto until
combined. Spread over cut sides
of the rolls. Layer the roll bottoms
with mozzarella cheese, ham, salami,
pastrami, giardiniera, shredded
Parmesan cheese, basil leaves and
red onion. Place bun tops over the
filling and gently press to flatten.
2. Bake 10 minutes. Remove from the
oven; brush with salad dressing. Bake
until golden brown and the cheese
is melted, about 5 minutes longer.
Cool slightly before cutting. Serve
the sandwiches with pepperoncini
and, if desired, additional giardiniera.
1 SANDWICH 290 cal., 17g fat (6g sat.
fat), 44mg chol., 1026mg sod., 20g
carb. (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g pro.
Lebanese Street
Sandwiches
Arayes are grilled
Lebanese-style pitas
stuffed with
a seasoned meat
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commonly found at the food stalls
that line the streets of Beirut. If
you’d rather not use a grill, bake
them in the oven or make in a
panini press.
—Nikki Haddad, Germantown, MD
Prep: 30 min. • Grill: 10 min.
Makes: 6 servings
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2 large onions, coarsely chopped
11/2 cups packed fresh
parsley sprigs
1/2
1 lbs. ground beef
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tsp. salt
6 whole pita breads
2 Tbsp. olive oil
TAHINI SAUCE
1/3 cup tahini
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 Tbsp. water
1/8 tsp. salt
1. Place onions in a food processor;
pulse until finely chopped. Remove
and pat dry; transfer to a large bowl.
Add parsley to processor; pulse until
minced. Stir into the onions. Add beef,
egg and salt; mix lightly but thoroughly.
2. Slice pitas horizontally in half.
Spread bottoms with meat mixture
to edge. Replace the pita tops; press
lightly to adhere. Brush outsides of
sandwiches with oil. Grill sandwiches,
uncovered, over medium heat until a
thermometer inserted into the meat
mixture reads 160°, 10-12 minutes,
turning every 2 minutes. Cool slightly
before cutting into quarters.
3. Combine sauce ingredients; serve
with sandwiches.
1 SERVING 545 cal., 28g fat (7g sat. fat),
101mg chol., 852mg sod., 42g carb.
(3g sugars, 4g fiber), 30g pro.
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CURRYWURST

OBATZDA

CHEWY
SOFT
PRETZELS

Pop-Up Party

Oktoberfest!
Munich may be thousands of miles away, but the fun is
well within reach. Re-create the German celebration at home
with soft pretzels, Bavarian brews and fun party games.

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 Pop-Up Party

THE PROST Indulge as the Deutsche

WITH THE MOST have been since 1810

with this delish spread.
RECIPES ON P. 78

If you can’t
hunt down any
German-brewed
beer, serve up
American-made
marzen beers,
a type of lager
that originated
in Bavaria.

CURRYWURST

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and white
bunting is a
quintessential
nod to the
Bavarian flag
and signifies
harmony
and peace.

For a simple
DIY version
of this pretzel
stand, use a
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CHEWY
SOFT
PRETZELS

OBATZDA

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 CURRYWURST
I lived in Berlin, Germany, many
years ago, and one of my favorite
things to eat was currywurst.
—Julie Merriman, Seattle, WA
Prep: 15 min. • Cook: 40 min.
Makes: 4 servings
1 lb. uncooked bratwurst links
3 Tbsp. water
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, finely cpopped
2 cups ketcpup
1/2 cup cpicken brotp
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
4 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. curry powder
2 Tbsp. smoked paprika
Hot cooked frencp fries
1. Place bratwurst and water in a
skillet; cover and cook over medium
heat for 10 minutes. Uncover; turn
the bratwurst. Cook until browned
and the centers are no longer pink,
13-17 minutes longer. Remove and
cool slightly. Cut into 1/2-in.-thick
slices; set aside.
2. In the same skillet, heat oil over
medium heat. Add onion; cook
and stir until tender, 5-7 minutes.
Add ketchup, broth, brown sugar,
red wine vinegar, curry powder and
paprika. Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
Simmer, uncovered, until slightly
thickened, 8-10 minutes, stirring
occasionally. Add sliced bratwurst;
heat through.
3. Serve the sausage mixture with
french fries; sprinkle with additional
curry powder.
1 SERVING 612 cal., 37g fat (12g sat.
fat), 85mg chol., 2611mg sod., 56g
carb. (47g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g pro.
CHEWY SOFT PRETZELS
These homemade pretzels never last
long around our house. My kids love
to make them—and eat them!
—Elvira Martens, Aldergrove, BC
Prep: 1 pour + rising
Bake: 15 min.
Makes: 1 dozen
1 pkg. (1/4 oz.) active dry yeast
11/2 cups warm water
(110° to 115°)
1 Tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. salt
4 to 41/4 cups all-purpose flour
8 cups water
1/2 cup baking soda
1 large egg, ligptly beaten
Optional toppings:
Coarse salt or sesame seeds
1. Dissolve yeast in warm water.
In a large bowl, combine sugar, salt,
yeast mixture and 2 cups flour; beat
on medium speed until smooth.
Stir in enough remaining flour
to form a stiff dough.
2. Turn the dough onto a floured
surface; knead until smooth and
elastic, about 5 minutes. Place
in a greased bowl, turning once
to grease the top. Cover and let
rise in a warm place until doubled,
about 1 hour.
3. Punch down dough; divide and
shape into 12 balls. Roll each into
a 22-in. rope; shape into a pretzel.
4. Preheat oven to 425°. Place water
and baking soda in a large saucepan;
bring to a boil. Place the pretzels,
1 at a time, in boiling water for
30 seconds. Remove; drain on paper
towels that have been lightly sprayed
with cooking spray.
5. Place on greased baking sheets.
Brush with egg; top as desired. Bake
until golden brown, 12-14 minutes.
Remove from pans to wire racks.
1 PRETZEL 164 cal., 1g fat (0 sat. fat),
16mg chol., 400mg sod., 33g carb.
(1g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g pro.
EDITOR’S NOTE: For even chewier
pretzels, use bread flour.
TO MAKE LARGE PRETZELS: Divide
dough into 4 balls. Roll each ball into
a 40-in. rope. Proceed as directed,
increasing bake time to 16-20 minutes.
FREEZE OPTION: Freeze baked pretzels
up to 6 months. Thaw completely. Spritz
with water; bake at 350° for 5 minutes.
OBATZDA
(GERMAN BEER CHEESE DIP)
This dip is so delicious and creamy.
It’s so simple to make the night before
an Oktoberfest get-together.
—Beate Trinkl, Einsbach, Germany
Takes: 15 min. • Makes: 31/2 cups
2 rounds (8 oz. eacp) Camembert
cpeese, rind on, sliced
1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cpeese,
softened
1 medium onion, finely cpopped
1 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. caraway seeds
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 Tbsp. German wpeat beer,
optional
In a bowl, mash Camembert cheese
with a fork to desired consistency.
Beat in the cream cheese, onion,
seasonings and, if desired, beer.
2 TBSP. 79 cal., 7g fat (4g sat. fat),
20mg chol., 183mg sod., 1g carb.
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WHY I COOK

Erin Gleeson Woodside, CA

After a cross-country move from New York to California, the
now-bestselling cookbook author went from photographing
lavish dishes in the city to simple recipes in the woods—an
artistic pivot inspired by her new home, a charming cabin
in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Nearly a decade and four
cookbooks later, The Forest Feast series is as fresh as ever.
How did you become
interested in cooking?
I grew up in rural Sonoma
County, California, on an
apple orchard. We had a big
garden and cooked a lot as
a family. Then, in college, I
studied art for a year in Bologna,
Italy’s culinary capital, and that
really solidified my love of food.
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for creating recipes
for your cookbooks?
I went to art school, not culinary
school, so I am a home cook!
I get intimidated if a recipe
takes up more than a page
and has a lot of steps, so I try
to keep things short and simple
with visual diagrams and little
Erin subscri
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to a weekly es
farm box fo
access to th r
freshest loc e
a
produce. l
What advice do you
have for home cooks
trying to eat meatless
more often?
Look for colorful, in-season
vegetables to keep things fun.
A sheet pan of vegetables with
a little olive oil, salt and pepper
can go a long way! Add a grain
and some legumes, and it’s
both filling and tasty.
Your books and blog
focus on entertaining,
too. Any hosting tips?
Guests often remember the

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illustrations. This way, they’re conversations they have more
approachable and people will than the hosting details, so put
actually make them! more effort into the guest list
and thoughtful introductions
at the party. And champagne
always helps! b
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Apple Matchstick EXTRA NUTRITION, ERIN
Salad STIRS FINALLY GRATED
BEETS INTO PASTA.
Whisk together 1/4 cup
olive oil, 2 Tbsp. lemon
juice and 1/2 tsp. salt. Stir in
4 julienned apples, 1/3 cup
toasted chopped pecans,
1/4 cup dried cranberries,
1/4 cup golden raisins and
3 Tbsp. cilantro leaves.
Makes 6 servings.

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