(Family Features) Chasing away those final cool days in the spring can be done in a cinch: just turn classic chicken noodle soup into a fresh, lemony meal. This Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup calls to mind those classic brothy soups from when you were a kid but with a flavorful spring twist. Serve with fresh cucumber sandwiches for a veggie-forward meal and find more soup inspiration at Culinary.net.

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Servings: 4-6

• 2 carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups cooked, chopped chicken
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
• 6 cups broth
• 1 cup orzo
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon thyme
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• cucumber sandwiches, for serving

1. Chop carrots and celery. In pot, saute with butter.
2. In bowl, mix chicken with lemon juice and lemon pepper then set aside.
3. After carrots and celery are tender, add broth and orzo to pot. Then add garlic powder, onion powder, thyme and sugar. Simmer 10 minutes then add chicken and cream; simmer about 5 minutes.
4. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with cucumber sandwiches.

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Culinary.net

(Family Features) Watermelon, strawberries, corn and green beans get all the fresh produce love in the summer, but don’t forget broccoli as a warm-weather staple. Instead of dunking in dressing or smothering with melted cheese, go for a lighter dish with this Broccoli Salad – an ideal light lunch or simple summer side. Visit Culinary.net to find more veggie-inspired salad ideas.

Broccoli Salad

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Servings: 4-6

• 2 medium heads broccoli
• 2 apples
• lemon juice
• 1 carrot
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 cup pecans
• 1 package (2 1/2 ounces) real bacon pieces

Dressing:

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds

1. Coarsely chop broccoli and place in large bowl. Coarsely chop apples and brush with lemon juice to prevent browning; add to bowl. Shred carrot and add to bowl with blueberries, cranberries, sunflower seeds, pecans and bacon.
2. To make dressing: Mix mayonnaise, milk, apple cider vinegar, sugar and poppy seeds. Pour over broccoli salad and mix well.

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Culinary.net

(Family Features) Summer is here and it’s time to hit the grill. Take at-home entertaining to the next level by upgrading everyone’s favorite cheeseburger with ground pork.

Family and friends will love this elevated twist on a summer favorite that is oh-so-deliciously different than the traditional beef patty. These Pork and Bacon Burgers are made with Heritage Duroc pork, known for its rich flavor and juiciness, and will be a hit at your next barbecue. The crispy bacon adds another level of texture and flavor, making these juicy burgers a gourmet treat that rivals any takeout burger. Celebrating 150 years as the premium all-natural meat choice for families, Coleman All Natural Meats offers a variety of products that are sourced from American family farmers who humanely raise livestock with no antibiotics ever and no added hormones.

Find more recipes to elevate your grilling experience at ColemanNatural.com.

Pork and Bacon Burgers

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6

• 2 pounds Coleman Ground Pork
• 1/4 pound ground pork chorizo
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 cheese slices (optional)
• 6 hamburger buns
• 6-8 strips Coleman Hickory Smoked Uncured Bacon, cooked
• tomato slices (optional)
• red onion slices (optional)
• lettuce (optional)
• ketchup (optional)
• mayonnaise (optional)

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. In large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, chorizo, onion, garlic, salt and pepper.
3. Gently mix ingredients, being careful not to overwork meat.
4. Divide meat into six burger patties.
5. Cook burgers 3-4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145 F or desired doneness.
6. During last 2-3 minutes of cooking, place cheese slices on top of burgers to melt, if desired.
7. Transfer burgers to platter. Assemble burgers with buns, bacon, tomato slices, red onion slices, lettuce, ketchup and mayonnaise, as desired.

Tip: Burger patties may be frozen up to 1 month. Fully defrost before cooking.

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Coleman Natural Foods