It happens to everyone: You buy a bunch of herbs for a recipe, then watch the leftovers decompose in your fridge. Carla Hall tells you how to use them up deliciously. REDBOOK.

Basil
"When you think of basil, you think of pesto, mozzarella cheese, tomato sauces, and pasta dishes. But basil is also great with corn, zucchini, eggplant, even fresh strawberries."

Chives
"Use them in place of scallions. They taste great with eggs. If you can, snip them with kitchen scissors instead of cutting them with a knife; if your knife's dull, you'll bruise them."

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Cilantro
"Did you know the stems are flavorful too? Add cilantro to Mexican food: guacamole, tomatoes, rice. I make a tuna salad with cilantro and lime, peanuts, ginger, and chili. If your dish has lime in it, you can usually use cilantro too."

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Mint
"I love it in salads, and it's great in marinades-mint, olive oil, and garlic-for meat. And it makes an

When you think of a weeknight meal, tuna burgers and and a miso cabbage salad may not be what comes to mind. However, we think that's exactly the reason it should be your dinner tonight. These dishes combine to make a meal full of bright, zippy flavors that will leave you perfectly satisfied on a Monday (or any) night.

The Menu

Tuna Burgers with Wasabi Ginger Mayo by merrill

Serves 6

Tuna Burgers

4 scallions, white and light green parts only, finely chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh ginger
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 1/2 pound sushi-grade ahi tuna, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 English cucumber
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
1 box broccoli or alfalfa sprouts
6 brioche rolls

Wasabi Ginger Mayonnaise

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons prepared wasabi
6 tablespoons finely chopped pickled ginger (the pink, sweet kind you get with sushi)

1. Combine the scallions, ginger, egg and tuna in a large bowl.

Chocolate Covered Banana Bites

Ingredients:

2 cups chocolate chips (semi sweet)

2 tablespoons of coconut oil

2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter

2 large pinches of sea salt + extra for sprinkling

4 bananas, that aren't over ripe

1/2 cup chopped almonds

1 pinch granulated sugar for sprinkling

Directions:

Before you start line 2 large plates with aluminum foil and clear some room in your freezer, always good to do these things before your hands are covered in chocolate.

Place the 2 cups of chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave the chocolate for 30 seconds. Then add the coconut oil and the peanut butter, microwave for 30 more seconds. Stir with a spoon and make sure that everything is melted and creamy. If you have a few stubborn chips, wait a few seconds and see if the residual heat melts them, if not, give the mixture another 5-10 seconds in the microwave. Once creamy and well combined add the salt, and stir once more.

Cornballs Two Ways
Arrested Development Cornballs

DANGER: Cornballs are potentially addicting and possibly dangerous! Watch your guests for signs of cornball stealing, taking more than their fair share, or eating the Cornballs while they are too hot. Oh yeah, also watch out for the hot oil.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon white spelt flour

1/2 cup +1 tablespoon fine cornmeal

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

1 egg

1/2 cup unsweetened soy milk with 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

oil for frying

For Savory Cornballs add these ingredients to the mixture:

1/4 cup onion, diced

2 cloves of garlic, minced

2 green onions, minced

1 ear of corn, with kernels off of the cob

1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes

2 tablespoons cheddar cheese, grated (optional)

For Sweet Cornballs add these ingredients to the mixture:

1/4 cup + ¼ teaspoon of vanilla sugar (or

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The best way to get your spinach! Family dinner night has never tasted so good! These cheesy calzones are delicious and fun to make with the whole family. Use store-bought pizza dough for a simple dinner prep.

Ingredients:
1 store-bought or homemade pizza dough
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, for dusting
1/2 cup marinara sauce
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup fresh baby spinach
1 egg
1 tablespoon water

Helpful Tip:
You can find pizza dough at most specialty grocery stores in the freezer section. Thaw before use.

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Directions:

1.Preheat oven to 500°F. Dust a clean work surface with 1/4 cup flour. Place the dough in the flour and coat all sides. With a rolling pin, roll the dough out into a 12-15 inch circle. Dust a baking stone or baking pan with the remaining flour and transfer the dough onto the floured baking stone.

2. Spoon marinara

Cornmeal-Dusted Catfish with Quinoa Sauté

Farmed catfish is an inexpensive, sustainable option. For a kid-friendly dish, omit the jalapeño in the quinoa.

Yield: Serves 4 (serving size: 1 fillet and about 2/3 cup quinoa mixture)

1/3 cup uncooked quinoa
1/2 cup hot water
1/4 cup cornmeal
4 (6-ounce) catfish fillets
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced jalapeño pepper
2 teaspoons thinly sliced garlic
1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears)
1 cup chopped tomato
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
4 lemon wedges

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Preparation

1. Place quinoa in a fine sieve; place sieve in a large bowl. Cover quinoa with water. Using your hands, rub grains together for 30 seconds; rinse and drain. Repeat