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Aug 4, 20211 min read
Avocado Chimichurri Sauce
Who doesn't love the vibrant, herbaceous flavors of a classic Chimichurri sauce? Also, who doesn't love a classic avocado puree, crema...
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jilleatsblog
Apr 14, 20213 min read
Surf and Turf Summer Rolls
These iconic Vietnamese rolls look intimidating to make, but can be a breeze if you plan a bit ahead with your veggie prep. While I love...
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jilleatsblog
Apr 6, 20212 min read
Spring Pea + Egg Salad Sandwich
As springtime continues in the northeast, I try to find as many ways as possible to sneak in fresh seasonal green veggies into my daily...
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jilleatsblog
Apr 2, 20212 min read
Spring Potato Salad with Snap Peas and Basil Pesto Dressing
After I tasted this deliciously herby, vegetable-driven potato salad, all I wanted to do was top it with an array of jammy soft boiled eggs!
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jilleatsblog
Apr 1, 20212 min read
Olive Feta Stuffed Chicken with Local Greens
How many times have you looked at the chicken in your fridge and thought, "Ugh, what else can I turn this bird into that isn't the same...
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jilleatsblog
Mar 24, 20212 min read
Salmon Tartare with Root Veggie Chips
Inspired by the good old days at Island Creek Oyster Bar, I've been feeling extra nostalgic lately for their classic Salmon Tartare dish....
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jilleatsblog
Mar 10, 20212 min read
Olive Oil Cake with Macerated Fresh Fruit
Normally, an olive oil cake can be delightfully rich, but often dense in texture. My rendition takes on a more delicate texture by...
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jilleatsblog
Mar 8, 20212 min read
Whipped Ricotta Dip with Crudités
It will take all of your strength not to eat this silky ricotta dip with a spoon alone. Ricotta already has an amazing texture, but adding..
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jilleatsblog
Mar 3, 20212 min read
Celery Caesar Salad with Toasted Breadcrumbs
Now that I moved away from Boston, I cannot help but crave the quintessential Celery Caesar with Toasted Breadcrumbs from Coppa. It's one of
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jilleatsblog
Mar 1, 20211 min read
White Bean Salad with Radishes and Mint
This recipe, featuring a common pantry staple, comes together in a matter of minutes and can act as a lovely side dish to a piece of fish...
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jilleatsblog
Jan 25, 20212 min read
Herby Baked Brown Rice with Fresh Beans
This recipe is a fresh, verdant update to the typical mundane side of weeknight rice. In the springtime, I'll use fresh fava beans, but...
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jilleatsblog
Jan 14, 20212 min read
Stewed Chicken Thighs, for any season
I've been making a version of this savory, simple stewed chicken thigh dish for over a decade now. Depending on the time of year...
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jilleatsblog
Oct 31, 20202 min read
Cucumber Salad with Miso Sesame Dressing
Cucumbers don't have to be boring! If your veggie garden is similar to mine through the peak summertime harvest, then you have an...
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jilleatsblog
Oct 26, 20201 min read
Pilsner Steamed Mussels with Chorizo
Inspired by a classic shellfish dish from Chef Jeremy Sewall’s James Beard-nominated cookbook, The New England Kitchen, steamed mussels...
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jilleatsblog
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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jilleatsblog
Aug 31, 20202 min read
Smoky Shrimp Tacos with Mango + Avocado
Skip the ground beef and try taco night with sweet, wild caught shrimp! Whether it's a sunny, hot summer day or you need a tropical,...
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jilleatsblog
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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jilleatsblog
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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jilleatsblog
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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jilleatsblog
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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