Eat In, Live Longer? Cooking Every Night Is Sounding Better

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Tilapia Fish Tacos with Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Broiled tilapia, cabbage slaw, and salsa verde make these fish tacos a scrumptious summer dish.
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Grilled Flour Tortillas with Goat Cheese, Peruvian Olives, and Roasted Red and Yellow Peppers

This hearty sandwich offers a tasty meatless treat for lunch or dinner.
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Vegetarian Pizza

Whole-wheat bagels and a more portion-friendly size make mini pizzas a healthier alternative to delivery deep dish.
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Quick Parsley and Pine Nut Pasta Sauce

Jazz up your next pasta night with pine nuts. These oblong kernels deliver a dose of vitamin E, while parsley gives the dish a fresh, earthy edge.
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Cafe Benedict

This Benedict recipe has heart-healthy avocado and protein-packed eggs for a filling Sunday brunch or a midweek meal.

Trash the takeout tonight. A new study in Public Health Nutrition shows that eating in can lead to a longer life. Researchers found that among elderly Taiwanese people, those who cooked more than 5 times a week were 47 percent more likely to be alive after 10 years than those who ate out more often.

For a healthier lifestyle, check out these recipes for delicious dining ideas — all ready in 15 minutes or less.

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