Learn about the featured food of the month

Health4U nutritionist Peggy Crum and MSU Corporate Chef Kurt Kwiatkowski team up to choose a slate of seasonal produce and pantry items to feature, one each month, throughout the year. Find links to the Recipe for Health newsletter and Chef's recipe.

Recipes

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Lamb Burger

If you're looking for a great burger recipe, you've found it! This juicy lamb burger can be paired with a delightful mint yogurt sauce on top.

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Braised Chicken Breast with Leeks and Olives

Switch up your chicken routine with this braised chicken recipe. The leeks become melt-in-your-mouth tender and the olives give a pop of flavor.

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Sorghum Banh Xéo Crepes

Banh Xéo is a crispy hot Vietnamese crepe. Xéo is the sizzling sound the batter makes as it cooks in the hot skillet. Traditionally, the fillings are cooked in the batter, the crispy crepe folded and served without utensils to be eaten out-of-hand.

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Olive Oil Poached Chicken

Tender poached chicken with an olive oil sauce.

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Kale and Lentil Stew

A hearty, vegetarian stew!

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Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce

Peanut butter’s reach is well beyond the sandwich. The flavor of peanut pairs well with anything sweet. Classic savory sauces like this one from Chef Kurt become nutty and smooth with this one special ingredient.

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Walnut Spinach Pesto

Walnuts bring pesto-making into the sphere of affordability. Using spinach instead of basil is less aromatic but stays greener, and green is great!

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Dried Cherry Granola Bars

The perfect on-the-go breakfast or snack! These store in the fridge for a week or two.

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Taro Frittelle

Taro is the potato of the humid tropics. Like the Irish potato we know and love, taro is a tuber, a staple starchy vegetable, and a key ingredient in many traditional dishes.

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Spinach and Artichoke Israeli Couscous

Coming from a humble beginning, Israeli couscous has been discovered by the culinary world. Consider it a trendy and upscale addition to any menu.

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Southwest Millet Bake

This whole grain side dish is a unique addition to your Mexican meal.

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Grapefruit Brûlée

A little heat caramelizes the sugar--grapefruit's never been so good!

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BBQ Glazed Salmon

This saucy glaze adds a sweet element to salmon--makes a perfect addition to rich-tasting fish.

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Yogurt Brûlée

Make this with homemade or store-bought Greek-style yogurt. Either way, it’s a simple, creamy, and delicious dessert.

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