Avocado, Cucumber, and Kefir Soup

Chilled Avocado, Cucumber, and Kefir Soup 1 cup organic plain whole-milk kefir or Greek yogurt 2 medium avocados, pitted and peeled, plus a few extra slices for garnish 3 medium Persian (mini) cucumbers 2 cups water 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish 1 teaspoon Maldon sea salt 2…

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Pad Thai

Classic Pad Thai The recipe makes more sauce than you will need. The leftover sauce can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Ingredients: Directions: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the garlic, chiles, palm sugar, tamarind paste and fish sauce and heat, stirring occasionally, until the palm sugar…

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ROASTED BONELESS LEG OF LAMB WITH ROSEMARY AND GARLIC

Roasted boneless leg of lamb is full of flavor and perfect for special occasions and holidays.  The boneless lamb is stuffed with rosemary, parsley, and garlic then rolled up and roasted until it’s pink, tender, and juicy.  Perfect served with a salsa verde and roasted potatoes.  Many  salsa verde recipes don’t include mint, however, when I’m making…

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Baby Lemon Impossible Pies

# Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted  1 cup granulated sugar  1/2 cup all-purpose flour 4 large eggs 2 cups whole milk 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice  2 tablespoons lemon zest 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting) # Instructions: 01 – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a…

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Asparagus and Two-Cheese Quiche

Asparagus and Two-Cheese Quiche with Hash-Brown Crust INGREDIENTS PREPARATION Do Ahead Quiche can be made up to 1 day in advance. Cool to room temperature, then wrap with plastic and refrigerate. To reheat, bake at 325°F until warmed through, 15 to 20 minutes.

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Macaroni & Cheese, Truffled, w Nutty Cheese Topping

Serves 8 Cook 1 lb pasta, drain and toss w 2 T truffle oil. Preheat oven to 400. In saucepan, melt 5 T butter. In small bowl combine 3/4c pecan pieces, 4 T breadcrumbs, 4 T Parm, parsley, thyme and 1 tsp paprika. Toss w melted butter. In another saucepan, melt 8 T butter, ¼ c shallots, 4…

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Maple-Chipotle Bacon Skewers

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with foil; place oven-safe cooling rack on foil-lined baking sheet. Cut bacon into thirds, then thread bacon slices onto skewers diagonally (corner to corner). Place skewers on rack (wash hands). Combine syrup, coffee, and chipotle powder; whisk to blend. Divide mixture in half, then brush both sides of…

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Molten Chocolate Crackle Pie

1 pie crust round (homemade recipe below) 1 egg, beaten, for brushing vanilla sugar or coarse sugar, for sprinkling (optional) 4 large eggs 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 10 tablespoons salted butter, melted 1 tablespoon hazelnut liquor (optional) 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks Hazelnut whipped cream 1 cup heavy cream 1 tablespoon real maple syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 tablespoon hazelnut liquor (optional) 1. Position…

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Butternut Squash Soup with Feta

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe 1/3 cup olive oil,5 cups butternut squash,1/4 teaspoon kosher salt,4 sage leaves or 1 teaspoon of herb of choice,1/2 bulb garlic,1 (8 ounce) feta block 2 Tablespoons honey or brown sugar,1 quart (32 ounces) vegetable broth Feta Crisps Recipe: Ingredients: Instructions:

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