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Squash Blossom Quesadillas

Posted on April 21, 2017 by adminih

You Will Need: 12 squash blossoms 6 corn tortillas (preferably 6-inch) 1 1/2 cups coarsely shredded pepper Jack cheese 1 tablespoon cilantro leaves, chopped Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Instructions: 1. Carefully look over the squash blossoms and brush off any dirt or small bugs you might find. Carefully remove the stems and stamens.

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Squash Blossoms Stuffed With Ricotta

Posted on April 21, 2017 by adminih

Makes 4 (first course) or 2 (main course) servings You Will Need: For tomato sauce: 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 pound plum tomatoes, finely chopped 1/2 cup water 1/2 teaspoon sugar For squash blossoms: 1 cup whole-milk ricotta (preferably fresh) 1 large egg yolk

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Summer Veggies with Mint Pesto

Posted on April 21, 2017 by adminih

You Will Need: Olive oil 8-10 stems broccoli rabe – any stalks that are too stiff removed 6-8 radishes, cut into bite size pieces (quarters for large ones, halves for medium ones) 1 1/2 cups fresh green beans, ends trimmed Edible flowers such as calendulas, pansies or violets (You might find some in the store

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Roasted Cauliflower Larb

Posted on April 21, 2017 by adminih

6 Servings You Will Need: 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into large florets with some stalk attached 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 green Thai chiles, finely chopped 1 3-inch piece lemongrass, tough outer layers removed, finely chopped 4 kaffir lime leaves, finely chopped ¼ cup fish sauce ¼ cup fresh lime juice ¼ cup

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Chicken Curry With Kaffir Lime Leaves

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

You Will Need: 20 oz boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 3 small Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed 5 leaves kaffir lime ½ cup coconut cream ** ½ cup water ** 2 tbsp lime juice or 2 pieces assam gelugor 3 tbsp oil salt to taste Spice Paste 5 fresh red chilies,

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Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Broccoli Rabe and Garlic Sage Butter Sauce

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

serves: 6-8 servings You Will Need: Gnocchi: One 1-lb sweet potato 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese ¼ cup Parmesan cheese 1½ teaspoons salt 1¼ cup flour (more for dusting) Sauce and Other Ingredients: 5 cups finely chopped Andy Boy broccoli rabe (stems, leaves, and florets) 8 tablespoons butter ¼ cup heavy cream 2 cloves

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Pancetta-Sage Turkey With Pancetta-Sage Gravy

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

Makes 10 to 12 servings You Will Need: Pancetta-Sage Butter: 4 garlic cloves, peeled 4 ounces thinly sliced pancetta (Italian bacon), chopped 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons minced shallot 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage 2

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Sage Pork Chops

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

6 servings You Will Need: 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon dried sage 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 6 center cut bone-in pork chops 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup water 2 cubes beef bouillon Add all ingredients to list 3 leaves tri-color sage Instructions: Combine the salt, sage and black pepper in a small bowl and

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Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Kebabs

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

You Will Need: 1 c. wild rice 2 Fresh rosemary sprigs 2 lemons kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into long 1/2″-thick strips extra-virgin olive oil bamboo skewers, soaked in water sea salt, such as Maldon Instructions: Cook rice according to package instructions. Meanwhile, in a small

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Grilled Lamb on Rosemary Skewers

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

You Will Need: 2 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, cut into chunks 10 to 20 fresh figs Rosemary branches ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, more or less Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary Instructions: Start a charcoal

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Baja-Style Rosemary Chicken Skewers

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

You Will Need: 1/2 small white onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 dried chiles de arbol, crumbled (or 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper) 1 teaspoon minced rosemary 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano, crumbled 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch

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Roasted Beets with Cumin, Lime, and Peppermint

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

Serves 4 You Will Need: Beets 8 medium beets (2 pounds without greens) Olive oil Dressing 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted and ground 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 3/4 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil salt 1/4 cup peppermint leaves, sliced Instructions: Preheat oven to 425°F. Clean the beets and trim off any

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Lemon Braised Chicken & Beans with Peppermint Pesto

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

serves 6 to 8 You Will Need: 1 pound dried small white beans, such as flageolet 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 small white onion, diced 2 lemons 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 sprigs fresh thyme 2/3 cup finely chopped dill fronds Peppermint

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Pearl Couscous Salad with Peppermint and Pecans

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

serves 2 as main, 4 as a side You Will Need: 1 medium-sized red onion, cut into slivers 1/2 cup pearl couscous 1/2 cup (plus 2 tablespoons) water 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup fresh peppermint, chopped (reserve a few whole leaves for garnish) 1/4 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted 1 tablespoon red wine

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Pasta With Peppermint And Garlic

Posted on April 20, 2017 by adminih

You Will Need: 1 lb. pasta (your choice) 1/2 cup of peppermint leaves, coarsely chopped 6 garlic cloves, minced 6-8 tablespoons olive oil salt & pepper to taste Instructions: Cook your favorite kind of pasta, leaving it slightly firm (al denté). Drain. In a large frying pan with the olive oil, sauté the garlic and

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Ojakhuri With Chicken And Fried Potatoes Flavored With Marigold

Posted on April 18, 2017 by adminih

You Will Need: 1 whole chicken 700 grams of potatoes 1 large onion 1 tbs of dried marigold 10 tbs of oil and salt (amount dependent upon personal preference). Instructions: Chicken: Cut the chicken length ways but do not separate into two halves. Rub oil and salt on to both sides of the chicken. Flatten

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Rosemary Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Apple Sauce

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Manuela Peñalosa

Servings: 8 lamb chops You Will Need: Sauce ½ cup packed apple mint leaves 3 sprigs flat leaf parsley, leaves only 1 Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced ⅓ cup olive oil 1 tbsp lemon juice Lamb Chops 1 rack of lamb ¼ cup olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp fresh rosemary, finely

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Creamy Asparagus and Shrimp Pasta

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Manuela Peñalosa

Servings:4 You Will Need: 1 pound asparagus 1/2 pound linguine 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided Coarse sea salt 1 pound peeled, deveined shrimp 3 tablespoons minced garlic (2 to 3 cloves) 2 tablespoons minced chives, divided 1/2 cup half and half 1/2 cup grated Pecorino cheese 4 chive blossoms Freshly ground pepper Instructions: Fill a

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Grilled Potato Salad with Black Garlic Vinaigrette

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Manuela Peñalosa

Servings: 4 You Will Need: 24 oz = 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes 4 cloves black garlic 4 T oil ¼ tsp salt pepper 1 T rice wine vinegar 1 T chives with chive blossoms 2-3 T fresh dill, cilantro, Italian parsley or tarragon. Dill Cream: 1 Cup sour cream 2 T fresh dill 2

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One Pan Gnocchi With Sundried Tomatoes and White Beans

Posted on April 4, 2017 by adminih

You Will Need: 500g/18 oz packaged gnocchi 1-2 tablespoons olive oil salt and pepper ¼-1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes 2 cups mushrooms, sliced ⅓ cup sundried tomatoes, diced 4 cups loosely packed spinach 540mL/19 oz white beans, drained and rinsed Parmesan cheese Instructions Heat oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add the

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