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Oct 26, 20201 min read

Quinoa Salad with Avocado, Radishes, and Citrus Vinaigrette

Using lemon, orange, and lime zests add bright flavor to this light quinoa based lunch salad.

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Oct 13, 20202 min read

Roasted Cauliflower with Crispy Bacon

For those that think they don't like cauliflower, try roasting the florets with bacon fat! Giving the vegetable a new flavor: smoky,...

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Sep 23, 20202 min read

Chopped 'Hummus' Salad with Smoky Tahini Dressing

I can't recall how I thought up this recipe idea, but I'm enamored with it and think you will be too. The components of a spiced hummus...

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Aug 30, 20201 min read

Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Ricotta, Arugula, and Citrus Vinaigrette

Try to find whole milk ricotta cheese for this healthful take on a chilled pasta salad. It adds a rich, creamy texture that balances the...

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Aug 26, 20202 min read

Potato Salad with Charred Summer Corn and Crispy Pancetta

I grew up avoiding the whole 'mayo-blanketed' summer BBQ salads that some find quite nostalgic. When I think about that beautiful buffet...

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Aug 19, 20202 min read

Smoky Zucchini Soup with Charred Poblanos + Focaccia Croutons

When I first tasted the texture of this soup, I couldn’t believe that there wasn't any cream or cheese! The true flavor of the zucchini...

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Aug 12, 20202 min read

Grilled Skirt Steak Arugula Salad with Gorgonzola Fonduta Sauce

The Italian version of a fondue, or cheese sauce, fonduta is not only fun to say, but it derives from the verb “to melt." What better...

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Aug 1, 20202 min read

Grilled Ratatouille with Local Summer Cherry Tomato Ragù

Use the grill to add an end-of-summer twist and a smoky charred flavor to this ratatouille, or vegetable stew.

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Apr 30, 20202 min read

Green Goddess Dip with Seasonal Veggies

A smattering of bright, seasonal vegetables with a vibrant spring-inspired dip is the perfect balance for appetizers or casual bites that...