Sometimes you just need a steak. After a tough day or week, there's nothing more soothing (if you're a carnivore!) than a tender, juicy, perfectly cooked steak with a caramelized crust. My mouth is watering just thinking about it! If you can, splurge and buy grass-fed organic beef. Nothing tastes richer or beefier than an organic steak. Serve with some excellent oven fries, a classic spinach salad, and a chocolate pie for dessert. Now there's a meal to perk up your spirits!

• Steak House Steak
• Amy's Potatoes
• Strawberry Spinach Salad
• Black and White Brownie Pie

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Canned salmon is an excellent and nutritious ingredient to have on hand. You can use it to make so many things, from Salmon Patties or this luscious Salmon Coleslaw. I like to buy the red sockeye salmon because I think it has a richer flavor, but pink salmon is just fine. Enjoy these easy and cool recipes this week.

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Chicken sandwiches are always welcome. But did you know how many calories are in a fast food chicken sammie? Some can have thousands! So if you're looking for a quick and easy, nutritious lunch or snack, turn to one of these ten easy recipes. Chicken Waldorf Sandwiches are my new favorite, but I love all of the sandwiches on this list. You can also make them with turkey, ham, or roast beef!

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