Red & White Salad

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This colorful salad is fit for a holiday event. Mix it up and add some dried cranberries and red cabbage for extra flavor and crunch. Tip: We recommend champagne vinegar, but don’t feel like you need to buy it specially. Any good salad vinegar you have on hand will work well.

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Quinoa Risotto with Arugula & Parmesan

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Who said risotto was limited to just rice? We use quinoa here, but all the other usual suspects are present: onion, garlic, broth, and parmesan. Some arugula, mushrooms, and a carrot add some nutrients, flavor, and texture to the mix to round out this dish.

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Provençal Stuffed Eggplants

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The split eggplants are baked in the oven until soft. The pulp is scraped out of the skins and added to the other sautéd vegetables then divided between the eggplant halves to create a lovely dish that’s perfect for a simple family meal or dinner for guests.

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Baked Sweet Potato Fries

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You can find sweet potato fries in just about any restaurant these days, but making them at home gives you the freshest flavor and complete control over your seasonings.

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Orange & Toasted Almonds Green Beans

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Orange zest adds a zing to the enticing, nutty aroma of toasted almonds that add crunch and an attractive garnish to fresh green beans for a side that’s sure to become a family favorite. Tip: To toast sliced almonds, place in a small dry skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly […]

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Old-Fashioned Fruit Crumble

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Use your favorite fruits to make this dessert your own–frozen berries are especially good. If you’re willing to freeze your ramekins, you can also cover them tightly before baking and store in the freezer. Bring up to room temperature to bake.

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Whole Wheat Pizza Dough

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Using all whole wheat flour makes a heavy dense crust. Here the whole wheat is combined with all purpose flour so you get the goodness of whole grain in a delicious crust with just the right texture.

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Fennel Pizza

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Mix up your family’s tradition toppings with the spicy-sweet combination of onions and fennel, or make this elegant dish for a more elegant cocktail hour.

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