Eggplant, Roasted with Fresh Mozzarella

Roasted Eggplant with Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Pickled Raisins, and Mint 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 cup golden raisins 1 large or 2 medium (1 1/2 pounds total) eggplant, cut into large chunks 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1/4 cup plain panko bread crumbs 1 pound ripe tomatoes, cored…

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Roasted Green Grapes with Rosemary and Goat Cheese

Roast green grapes at 425°F for about 20-25 minutes until they caramelize and burst. Toss them with fresh rosemary, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Serve warm over creamy goat cheese (or ricotta) on toasted baguette slices or alongside roasted chicken or pork. The grapes become sweet and jammy with a concentrated flavor…

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Salmon Mousse

In a large bowl, mix salmon, celery, green pepper, onion, dill, mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice until well combined. In a sauce pan, melt the cream cheese over medium low heat. Reduce heat to low, add the tomato soup or tomato sauce and continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add several…

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Green Chicken Chili, Slow-Cooker

INGREDIENTS Mix chicken, potatoes, salsa, broth, cumin, salt, and pepper in slow cooker. Cover and cook until chicken shreds easily with a fork and sweet potatoes are tender, about 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low. Add beans during last 30 minutes of cooking. Shred chicken in slow cooker with 2 forks. Taste…

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Pork Tenderloin, Spiced with Cherry-Thyme Pan Sauce

INGREDIENTS PREPARATION 1. Combine coriander, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a small bowl. Rub pork with spice mixture.2. Heat oil in a 12″ heavy skillet over medium-high until hot but not smoking. Reduce heat to medium and cook pork, turning occasionally, until meat is browned on all sides and an instant-read thermometer…

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Spiced Quinoa and Chickpea Bites

1 (14.5-oz.) can chickpeas, drained, rinsed 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, peeled, smashed 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional) 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 large egg 2 Tbsp. smooth almond butter or sunbutter 1 1/4 cups cooked quinoa (preferably red) Vegetable oil (for frying; about…

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Butternut Squash Soup with Brie & Cheddar

Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 45 minutesServings: 6Calories Per Serving: 419 kcal 3 tablespoons salted butter2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 yellow onion, chopped2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage2-3 cups cubed butternut squash1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 cups bone, chicken, or vegetable broth1 bottle/can (12 ounce) pumpkin beer/cider2 cups whole milk1 cup chopped broccoli2-3 cups shredded cheddar cheese4 ounces creamy brie, cubed1/4 teaspoon cayennekosher salt and black pepper 1. Melt together the butter and olive oil in…

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White Cheddar Puffs With Green Onions

1 cup water1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, cut into 4 pieces1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt plus additional for sprinkling1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all purpose flour4 large eggs1 1/2 cups (packed) grated extra-sharp white cheddar cheese2/3 cup minced green onions Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Bring 1 cup water, butter, and 1/2 teaspoon…

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