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Grilled Avocados with Cherry Tomatoes and Herbs

Grilled Avocados with Cherry Tomatoes and Herbs

These grilled avocados lend themselves to improvisation -- just use any fresh herbs and nuts you have on hand, and you can't go wrong.

Preparation time: 20m

Ingredients:
4 avocado, 4 lemon, 1 c parsley, 1 c basil, 1/2 c chives, 1/3 c olive oil, pn salt, 2 T pine nuts, 1 pt cherry tomatoes


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Harvest Pumpkin Dip

Harvest Pumpkin Dip

This is an easy but decadent dip to whip up. Serve with fresh apple or pear slices, or even sweet potato chips.

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Preparation time: 10m

Ingredients:
1 c pumpkin, 1/2 c sour cream, 1/4 c brown sugar, 1/2 t cinnamon, 1 c whipped topping, 1/4 c pecans


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Jalapeño Poppers

Jalapeño Poppers

Spicy peppers cool down with a creamy bean and cheese filling in this healthier version of jalapeño poppers.

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Preparation time: 30m

Ingredients:
1 c refried beans, 1 c monterey jack, 1 scallion, 1 t salt, 12 jalapeño peppers, 1/4 c flour, 2 eggs, 1/2 c cornmeal, cooking spray


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Masala Potato Appetizers

Masala Potato Appetizers

Use packaged pita chips for an easy Indian-inspired appetizer.

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Preparation time: 45m

Ingredients:
3 potatoes, 2 T vegetable oil, 1 t mustard seeds, 1 onion, 2 T ginger, 1/4 green pepper, 1 t turmeric, 1/2 t salt, 1 lemon, 2 T cilantro, pita chips, 1 pepper, 2 t garam masala


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Mustard-Roasted Broccoli Pȃté with Leeks and Lemon

Mustard-Roasted Broccoli Pȃté with Leeks and Lemon

Here’s an unusual pȃté that would be an excellent addition to a vegetarian riff on a charcuterie platter. Add some good bread, a bowlful of olives, some pickled vegetables, a couple of nice cheese

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Preparation time: 3h 10m
Cook.: 20m

Ingredients:
3 c broccoli florets, 1 leek, 1 T grapeseed oil, 1 T whole grain mustard, 2 thyme sprigs, salt, pepper, 1 T lemon zest, 1 T lemon juice, 1/3 c finely grated Parmesan, 1/3 c olive oil, flaky sea salt


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Persimmon Salsa

Persimmon Salsa

You can make this tasty and unique salsa up to 4 hours ahead of time. Just keep covered in the refrigerator, and bring to room temperature before serving. Serve with tortilla chips or roasted chicken.

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Preparation time: 5m

Ingredients:
4 Fuyu persimmons, 2 T white onion, 1 T lime juice, 1 T basil, 2 t serrano chile, 2 T mint, salt, black pepper


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Pickled Ramps

Pickled Ramps

Ramps are also know as wild leeks, and are similar to onion and garlic smashed together. These quick refrigerator pickles intensify their crunch, sharp bite, and pungent flavor.

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Preparation time: 5m

Ingredients:
1 lb ramps, 3/4 c sugar, 3/4 c rice wine vinegar, 3/4 c water, 1 T kosher salt, 2 t Szechuan peppercorns, 1/2 t black sesame seeds, 1/2 t crushed red pepper flakes, 1 clv garlic


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Quinoa Crusted Onion Rings

Quinoa Crusted Onion Rings

Crispy, crunchy onion rings, made healthier thanks to quinoa in three forms. These are easy to make vegan, too!

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Preparation time: 45m

Ingredients:
3/4 c quinoa flour, 3/4 c arrowroot powder, 2 1/2 t smoked paprika, 1/2 t cayenne, 1 T salt, 1 3/4 c buttermilk, 2 eggs, 1 1/2 c quinoa, 1 1/2 c quinoa flakes, olive oil spray, 2 onions, 1/2 c yogurt, 1 T ketchup, 2 T horseradish, 1 T chives