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Spaghetti Squash with Turkey Meatballs

Spaghetti Squash with Turkey Meatballs 1 spaghetti squash (about 3 pounds), halved lengthwise Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves,…

Eggplant Sandwiches with Cubanelle Peppers and Baby Arugula

8 (1/2-inch-thick) eggplant slices Olive oil 2 cubanelle peppers or sweet peppers 4 Slices ciabatta bread 1 Candy onions, sliced 2 tablespoons pesto (you can use refrigerated or make your own) 1 cup baby arugula 1/8…

Grilled Salmon with Peach and Avocado Salsa

For the salmon: 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated onion 1 teaspoon light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black…

Fish Tacos with Quick Cabbage Slaw

Fish Tacos with Quick Cabbage Slaw For the slaw: 1 small cabbage, shredded (about 4 cups) 1 small carrot, grated 2 to 3 green onions, thinly sliced 1/2 to 1 whole jalapeño chile, seeded and minced, optional 1 clove garlic,…

Simple Mirepoix and Sautéed Chicken

The definition of mirepoix in its core is a ratio of three vegetables used in classic French cooking. They are a trio of aromatic vegetables. These vegetables are a combination of carrots, celery, and onion. Combined, these three vegetables…

Pasta with Chicken Sausage, Leeks, Corn, and Crimini Mushrooms

Pasta with Chicken Sausage, Leeks, Corn, and Crimini Mushrooms 8 ounces casarecce or other short pasta 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for pasta water 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 12-oz. pkg. Italian chicken sausage, sliced crosswise…

Spaghetti Squash Carbonara

1-2 large spaghetti squash Salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 pound bacon, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup heavy cream 1 egg yolk 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated, plus more for serving Parsley, chopped fresh,…

Feta Stuffed Pepper

Feta Stuffed Pepper 4-5 Cubanelle peppers 1/3 pounds of feta cheese 1 tablespoons of olive oil 1 heaping tablespoon of finely chopped parsley ½ small hot pepper (of your choice, jalapeño works well), finely chopped 1/8…

Eggplant Sandwich with Peppers and Candy Onions

8 (1/2-inch-thick) eggplant slices Olive oil 2 bell or cubanelle peppers or sweet peppers 4 Slices ciabatta bread 1 Candy/Yellow/Spring onion, sliced 2 tablespoons pesto (you can use refrigerated or make your own) 1 cup…

Scallops with Peach, Corn, Tomato and Parsley Salad

Scallops with Peach, Corn, Tomato and Parsley Salsa olive oil 2 ears corn 2 peaches (halved and pitted) scallops salt and pepper 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes chopped parsley Heat a charcoal or gas grill until very…

Turkey Chili with Green Kale and Sweet Corn

Turkey Chili with Green Kale and Sweet Corn 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 pounds 93% lean ground turkey teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1…

Spinach, Leek and Feta Cheese Fritatta

Spinach, Leek and Feta Cheese Fritatta 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large leek, white and light green part only, halved and thinly sliced (about 1 cup) 6 oz spinach, washed and chopped 1 clove garlic, minced …