Recipe of the Day: What to Cook in April 2013

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The Pioneer Woman's Restaurant-Style Salsa

You don't have to wait until tomato season to enjoy fresh, homemade salsa; Ree relies on canned tomatoes to make a copycat version of salsa served at Mexican restaurants.

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Guy's Weeknight Stuffed Chicken

Guy fills lean chicken breasts with sun-dried tomato couscous studded with olives, bakes them in the oven and finishes the dish with a white wine-lemon sauce.

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Alton's Tres Leches Cake

The secret to Alton's deliciously decadent dessert is letting the cake chill overnight in a rich glaze made from three milks: evaporated, sweetened condensed and half-and-half.

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The Pioneer Woman's Lemon Blueberry Pancakes

Add a bit of brightness to your morning meal by mixing fresh lemon juice and plump blueberries into Ree Drummond's homemade pancake batter.

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Devil's Food Cupcakes with Chocolate Icing

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Double-Chocolate Cupcakes

Sour cream and buttermilk add richness and a slight tang to these better-for-you cupcakes, finished with a rich dark chocolate frosting.

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Mexican Lasagna

In place of pasta, tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese, Rachael swaps in flour tortillas, taco sauce and shredded Cheddar cheese for a Mexican take on this Italian classic.

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Top-Rated Angel Food Cake

Alton flavors his five-star rated, light-as-air angel food cake with orange extract, but you can add whatever flavor you like best.

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50 Grilled Cheese Recipes

The all-American grilled cheese gets a makeover in these easy recipes from Food Network Magazine. Try new twists like Bacon and Tomato, Spicy Nacho and Meaty Macaroni.

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Chicken and Rice Casserole

Thanks to pre-cooked rotisserie chicken, this one-pan dinner can be on the table in just 40 minutes.

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Cheesy Baked Pasta With Meatballs

A big-batch supper the whole family will enjoy, this hearty casserole combines rigatoni noodles with meatballs, a red pepper-tomato sauce and a duo of Italian cheeses.

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Pancakes With Bacon and Eggs

Can’t decide whether to go sweet or savory at breakfast time? This five-star all-in-one breakfast combines the best of both worlds: fluffy pancakes, cheesy eggs and maple-laced bacon.

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Quick Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Transform your sweet potato side into a complete meal by topping the spuds with sauteed broccoli rabe, creamy ricotta cheese and crispy pancetta.

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Chicken Caesar Salad

No longer just a restaurant standby, traditional Caesar salad can be made quickly at home. This easy recipe combines chopped romaine, broiled chicken breast, crunchy croutons and a cheesy garlic-lemon dressing.

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Chocolate-Coconut Granola

This granola combines Bobby's two favorite ingredients: coconut and chocolate. He eats it as a pre-workout snacks, but it makes a great breakfast or anytime snack, too.

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30-Minute Pasta With Sausage

Combine sweet Italian sausage with fresh garlic, plum tomatoes and a splash of rich cream for an indulgent dinner that's ready to enjoy in just 30 minutes.

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Herb-Roasted Chicken

The key to this hearty Sunday supper is a flavor-packed paste made with garlic, fresh herbs and walnuts, and rubbed onto the chicken before it's roasted.

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Ina's Lemon Yogurt Cake

A cup of plain yogurt offers subtle tang and added moisture to Ina's citrus-laced cake.

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Bobby Flay's Grilled Chicken Paillard with Lemon and Black Pepper and Arugula-Tomato Salad

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Bobby's Grilled Lemon-Pepper Chicken

Bobby marinates lean chicken breasts in a simple mixture of shallots, black pepper and lemon, then grills them until they're juicy and serves them with a fresh salad of arugula and tomatoes.

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The Pioneer Woman's Perfect Enchiladas

Ree Drummond's tried-and-true recipe features corn tortillas stuffed with ground beef and baked in premade enchilada sauce with cheddar cheese.

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Giada's Weeknight Baked Salmon

To ensure that cleanup in a cinch, Giada bakes salmon fillets in throw-away aluminum foil pouches. These help the fish stay moist in the oven, as they trap in steam and surround the seafood with flavors of herbs and tomatoes.

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Chicken Parmesan Rollatini

In just 35 minutes, you can make this all-in-one supper featuring tender chicken stuffed with mozzarella and served with creamy polenta and homemade tomato-basil sauce.

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Easiest Rhubarb Crumble

Let in-season rhubarb shine in this easy-to-make crumble, baked with crunchy chopped hazelnuts and fragrant fresh orange zest.

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50 Mac and Cheese Recipes

Skip the boxed stuff and opt for one of these deliciously creative takes on a family classic from Food Network Magazine.

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Ina's Mini White Pizzas

Instead of making a single pie for everyone to share, Ina crafts individual pizzas so guests can add desired toppings, like a trio of creamy cheeses and peppery arugula.

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Creamy Pasta Primavera

Featuring seasonal spring ingredients like asparagus and snap peas, Ted Allen's hassle-free pasta is mixed with prosciutto and finished with a creamy garlic sauce.

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Bacon and Broccoli Rice Bowls

Instead of ordering takeout, opt for this homemade version of an Asian-inspired favorite, flavored with soy sauce and sesame oil, then finished with a sunny-side-up egg.

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