Lentil Salad with Apples

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This make-ahead salad is better if allowed to marinate for a bit so that all the flavors develop.  It’s worth the wait. If you can’t find canned Puy lentils (more info on types of lentils here), don’t be afraid to buy them dry and cook them yourself. The extra twenty minutes are worth the wait […]

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Grilled Corn with Lime Butter

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It’s backyard BBQ time. Want to enjoy the season and set a more nutritious table? With a few modifications to your shopping list and favorite recipes you can have your much loved cookout foods without the guilt. Fire up the grill and enjoy!

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Tomatoes with Vegan Pesto

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The flavor of perfectly ripe tomatoes is brought out by broiling and garnished with an easy pesto. This is the ideal appetizer for a late summer shindig. Look for local tomatoes for the freshest flavor. Tip: Tomatoes ripen towards the end of grilling season. If you have a grill pan, you can also make these […]

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Sesame Mushrooms

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Mushrooms are a wonderful main course for a vegetarian meal or hearty side with a carnivore’s entree. These would make a wonderful topping with simple buckwheat soba. Tip: If you have time, let the mushrooms marinate for 20-30 minutes before baking.

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Grilled Eggplant

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This fresh dish uses grilling to bring out the best flavor and texture in eggplants. Topped with a simple tomato salad, this is a light summer side that will be welcome at any picnic table.

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Roasted Chipotle-Lime Broccoli

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Broccoli is absolutely the most exciting dish on the table…when you top it with a tangy, tasty sauce like this one. Serve as a side with your favorite southwestern entrees.

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Tortillas

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Simple corn tortillas use very few ingredients and require no complicated kneading processes or long rise times, making them one of the most basic breads you can learn to bake. Tip: To keep the dough from sticking to your press or pie plate, split a large plastic freezer bag along its seams and place the […]

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BLT Pasta Salad

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Made for a school lunch program, this pasta salad will please picky eaters of all ages.

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