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Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Herbs

Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Herbs 1 spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds), halved lengthwise, seeds removed 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing 1 tablespoon packed light-brown sugar Coarse salt and freshly…

Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes, Basil and Parmesan

Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes, Basil and Parmesan a 2-pound spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise, and the seeds discarded 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup shredded fresh basil leaves plus additional for garnish 1/4 teaspoon dried…

Fresh Garden Pasta Sauce

Fresh Garden Pasta Sauce 4 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3/4 Cup Finely Chopped Sweet Onion 2 Cloves Garlic, Peeled & Finely Minced 2 1/2 Pounds Prepared Ripe Plum Tomatoes Sea Salt & Black Pepper 1 Bunch (About…

Broiled Tomato Sandwich

Broiled Tomato Sandwich 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 4 ripe tomatoes, sliced 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 3 tablespoons…

Green Salad

Green Salad 4 cups kale, coarsely chopped & packed 2 tsp olive oil, extra virgin 1 large garlic clove, crushed 3/4 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper, ground 2 large celery stalks, diced 1 large green bell pepper, chopped …

Kale Quiche

Kale Quiche 1 large bunch (about 1 1/2 pounds) kale, thick stalks discarded, leaves roughly chopped Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 cups half and half 2 whole eggs 4 ounces grated gruyère or Comté cheese …

Mini Pepper Nachos with Corn, Black Bean and Avocado

Mini Pepper Nachos with Corn, Black Beans and Avocado 2/3 cup corn (grilled, charred, fresh, thawed or canned) 2/3 cup black beans 2/3 cup pico de gallo or your favorite salsa 1 medium avocado, diced salt and pepper to taste …

Sweet Pepper Poppers

Sweet Pepper Poppers 12 mini sweet peppers 3 slices bacon 1/2 cup (75g) diced onion 4 ounces (112g) cream cheese at room temperature 4 ounces (112g) goat cheese at room temperature 1 teaspoon garlic (about one clove) 2…

Cantaloupe Salad with Basil, Mozzarella and Red Onions

Cantaloupe Salad with Basil, Mozzarella and Red Onions 1 medium cantaloupe, cut into 1 inch cubes 10-20 leaves of basil, chiffonade (reserve a few whole leaves for garnish) 10 green olives, sliced 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced …

Oven Roasted Thyme Tomatoes

Oven Roasted Thyme Tomatoes 5   plum tomatoes, quartered 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper 4   sprigs thyme, torn 2 tablespoons olive oil Preheat oven to 250°F. Line baking sheet with parchment. Place tomatoes,…

Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms 2/3 cup chopped plum tomato 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh or 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/8 teaspoon…

Cantaloupe and Cucumber Salad with Fresh Cilantro

Cantaloupe and Cucumber Salad with Fresh Cilantro ¼ c. fresh lime juice salt and pepper 1 large cucumber 2 ripe cantaloupes 3 green onions ½ c. loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves In large bowl, whisk lime juice, 1/4…