Category: Dinner
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Chicken Piccata Pasta Bake
There can be a lot of strength in simplicity, especially when there is a baseline complexity to a project. Cooking for new, often evolving eating needs can be a huge challenge that can be just one small piece of the daily to-do list. Leaning on tried and true flavor combinations and bulk producing meals are…
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Pimento Cheeseburger Fried Rice
Minced & Moist (IDDSI Level 5) Soft foods that are finely chopped and held together with moisture so they don’t crumble or fall apart. Pimento cheese has been a secret southern weapon for adding a little more fun, and fried rice might be its best unexpected match. This recipe leans into comfort food without asking…
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Squash and Sausage Casserole
Minced & Moist (IDDSI Level 5) Soft foods that are finely chopped and held together with moisture so they don’t crumble or fall apart. When I first started adapting recipes for people with dysphagia, I noticed how often soups were the go-to “safe” choice, but with dysphagia, the truth can a bit more complex. Smooth…
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Steakhouse Plate
Easy to Chew (IDDSI Level EC7) Regular foods that are naturally soft and easy to chew, without tough, dry, or hard components. Steak is one of those foods people miss the most when chewing or swallowing gets harder. It’s iconic: the smell, the sear, the satisfaction of a proper bite. But it’s also one of…
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Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Easy to Chew (IDDSI Level EC7) Regular foods that are naturally soft and easy to chew, without tough, dry, or hard components. Traditional stuffed zucchini can be a little fussy: hollowing out each half, precooking the filling, trying not to overbake the shells. This casserole style version skips the precision work while keeping the same…
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Asian Chicken Broccoli Slaw
Minced & Moist (IDDSI Level 5) Soft foods that are finely chopped and held together with moisture so they don’t crumble or fall apart. This minced and moist (IDDSI level 5) Asian chicken salad is a delightful combination of savory and tangy flavors. Made with steamed broccoli slaw, tender chicken, and pregelled ramen noodles, it’s…
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Beef Stroganoff
Soft & Bite-Sized (IDDSI Level 6) Tender foods cut into small, bite-sized pieces that are easy to chew and break apart with minimal effort. Beef Stroganoff originated in Russia but has since become beloved worldwide for its creamy, savory flavors. This dish combines the richness of beef, the earthiness of mushrooms, and the tangy notes…
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Lemon Shrimp and Grits
Minced & Moist (IDDSI Level 5) Soft foods that are finely chopped and held together with moisture so they don’t crumble or fall apart. Lemon shrimp and grits is a Southern classic with a citrusy twist. This dish features tender, lemony shrimp served over creamy, buttery grits, combining bright, fresh flavors with the comforting, rich…
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Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Pot Pie
Minced & Moist (IDDSI Level 5) Soft foods that are finely chopped and held together with moisture so they don’t crumble or fall apart. This Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Pot Pie is a comforting combination of tender chicken, soft broccoli, and a creamy cheddar sauce baked inside a flaky, golden crust. While this recipe is written…
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Moroccan Chicken Tagine
Soft & Bite-Sized (IDDSI Level 6) Tender foods cut into small, bite-sized pieces that are easy to chew and break apart with minimal effort. A good tagine isn’t complicated, it’s patient. Moroccan cooking has a long history of using slow, moist heat to coax flavor out of everyday ingredients, and chicken tagine is one of…