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Barley Stew with Leeks, Mushrooms and Greens

BARLEY STEW WITH LEEKS, MUSHROOMS and GREENS INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 1/2 cups chopped leeks (about 2 small stalks; white and pale green parts only) 8-ounce sliced portabello or crimini mushrooms 2 garlic cloves,…

Cauliflower Pizza Crust and Oven Roasted Garlic Cauliflower

Cauliflower Pizza Crust INGREDIENTS 2 1/2 cups cauliflower, grated (about 1/2 a large head) 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 1/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese Kosher salt and freshly…

Tortellini Tomato Spinach Soup

Tortellini Tomato Spinach Soup INGREDIENTS     1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup minced onion (about 1/2 small onion) 1 clove garlic, minced 4 to 6 cups broth, chicken or vegetable 1 (14-ounce) can whole tomatoes,…

Sicilian Aubergine Stew (Eggplant Caponata)

Sicilian Aubergine Stew (Eggplant Caponata) INGREDIENTS olive oil 2 large aubergines, cut into large chunks 1 heaped teaspoon dried oregano sea salt freshly ground black pepper 1 small red onion, peeled and finely chopped 2…

Grilled Hummus Sandwich with Tomatoes, Leeks and Arugula

Grilled Hummus Sandwich with Tomatoes, Leeks and Arugula INGREDIENTS 1 small leek, thinly sliced olive or grapeseed oil 2 - 3 medium to large tomatoes, sliced handful arugula hummus  (use your favorite) salt & fresh cracked…

Arugula and Plum Tomato Bruschetta

Arugula and Plum Tomato Bruschetta INGREDIENTS   1 tablespoon olive oil for frying 3 large garlic cloves 1 bunch fresh arugula, washed and drained 3 large plum tomatoes, cubed 8 thick slices 2-3 days old Italian bread 1/2…

Flash Roasted Tomatoes

Flash Roasted Tomatoes INGREDIENTS 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes 2 Tbs. thinly sliced shallot Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 3 Tbs. olive oil 1/4 cup sliced green onions, white and light green portions 1 1/2 Tbs.…

Rigatoni with Eggplant and Pine Nuts

Rigatoni with Eggplant and Pine Nuts INGREDIENTS Nonstick vegetable oil spray 1 unpeeled large eggplant (1 1/2 to 1 3/4 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 medium yellow bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch squares 2 cups grape tomatoes 3…

Sweet Corn Salad Wraps

Sweet Corn Salad Wraps INGREDIENTS 4 to 6 ears fresh corn, kernels removed (2 to 3 cups) 1 small red onion, chopped finely ½ red bell pepper, chopped handful of cherry tomatoes, sliced into thin rounds, or one large tomato diced ½…

Big Flavor Eggs with Mixed Summer Squash

Big Flavor Eggs with Mixed Summer Squash INGREDIENTS 2 cups crookneck, yellow squash, zucchini or any summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2/3 cup chopped tomatoes 1/2 teaspoon each kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4…

Tomatoes with Basil Vinaigrette

Tomatoes with Basil Vinaigrette INGREDIENTS 1 cup lightly packed fresh basil 1 small garlic clove, coarsely chopped 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar Salt and Freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup extra-virgin…

Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza

Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza INGREDIENTS 1 batch thin-crust pizza dough (see below) or store bought pizza dough 1 cup San Marzano Tomato Pizza Sauce (or any sauce you prefer) 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 2 cups arugula Extra-virgin…