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Butter is a beloved ingredient that plays a starring role in some of our favorite recipes from cakes to quick breads to pasta dishes. But too much of a good thing can pose a problem: The fat found in butter is mostly the saturated variety – the kind that clogs arteries and raises LDL (bad) cholesterol, a contributing factor in heart disease. For those trying to lower their cholesterol, The American Heart Association recommends reducing saturated fat intake to 11 to 13 grams – meaning that 2 tablespoons of butter has already put you over the daily limit. It’s safe to say that butter should be an occasional treat, but what about all of our favorite everyday recipes that call …

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Mouth-wateringly good! Tequila-Glazed Chicken and Corn on the Cob Serves 6 Ingredients 6 6-ounce bone-in chicken thighs, skinned 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder 3/4 cups pineapple juice 1/3 cup tequila 1/4 cup honey 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 teaspoons water 2 teaspoons grated lime rind 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 can Cooking spray 1 medium Jalapeno pepper 7 teaspoons unsalted butter, softened 1 teaspoon grated lime rind 2 teaspoons honey 1/4 teaspoon salt 6 medium ears shucked corn Directions Tequila-Glazed Chicken: 1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat using both burners. 2. After preheating, turn the left burner off (leave the right burner …

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