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PANZANELLA

July 12, 2019September 11, 2019by Jean Miller

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DEVILED EGGS

June 8, 2019September 11, 2019by Jean Miller

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Italian, Recipes, Salads & Sides

MOZZARELLA KUMATO SALAD

March 15, 2018September 11, 2019by Jean Miller

This Mozzarella Kumato Salad is an excellent twist on a Insalata Caprese.

When Mark and I were in Sydney, Australia in 2015, we decided to try the Dining Room, Park Hyatt, known for its waterfront view of the Sydney Opera House. We were originally seated a table away from the gorgeous windows, but a local patron graciously offered to switch with us so that we might enjoy an uninterrupted view. It was fabulous! Continue reading “MOZZARELLA KUMATO SALAD” →

Recipes, Salads & Sides, Vegetables

SAUTEED KALE

February 15, 2018September 11, 2019by Jean Miller

Sauteed kale is a quick and easy side or a wonderful addition to salads or pastas. Continue reading “SAUTEED KALE” →

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AVOCADO CORN SALAD

January 11, 2018September 14, 2019by Jean Miller

This Avocado Corn Salad brings together many of our favorite foods. For example, we pretty much adore avocados. They are on our short list of miracle foods for their healthy fat, fiber, and vitamin content. They also pack enough protein to leave you feeling satisfied without weighing you down.

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ROASTED ASPARAGUS

October 17, 2017September 15, 2019by Jean Miller

Roasted Asparagus is a quick, easy side. To keep raw asparagus fresh after purchasing, trim a half inch from the stems and arrange in a glass filled with an inch of water and refrigerate until ready to use.

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QUINOA LENTIL SALAD

September 29, 2017September 22, 2019by Jean Miller

The first time I had quinoa lentil salad it was at a relaxing lunch with Mark at Rhubarb, in Asheville, North Carolina. It was served over wilted spinach and I was immediately hooked. My version is subtly dressed, allowing it to top various greens or to serve as a simple side.

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BAKED BEETS WITH PISTACHIOS

August 9, 2017September 22, 2019by Jean Miller

When Mark and I went to Australia in 2015, we discovered baked beets served a myriad of ways. They are also lovely over greens. If doing the latter, we crumble the goat cheese over the top instead of whipping. In either case, pistachios add a delightful contrast in flavor and texture, and a little fresh thyme looks lovely tucked in here and there.

BAKED BEETS WITH PISTACHIOS
Servings: 6-8
Time: 1hr 50mins
Difficulty: Easy

WHAT YOU NEED	WHAT TO DO	WHY
8 ounces goat cheese 1/2 cup plain whole milk yogurt	In a 1-quart bowl, beat together with a hand mixer until perfectly smooth (1-2 minutes). Cover and chill to thicken while preparing the beets.	A hand mixer allows access to all parts of the bowl.
1/2 cup pistachios	Spread evenly across a little pan that fits inside a toaster oven; toast at 350°F just until fragrant (4-5 minutes); set aside to fully cool.	Nuts burn easily. Pistachios are soft while still hot.
16 ounces beets 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt 1/4 teaspoon roughly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves	Position an oven rack just below center; preheat to 400°F “Convection” (verify with an oven thermometer). Place an 18-inch long sheet of aluminum foil over a quarter sheet pan. Cut off beet tops and roots; wash, dry, and rub with oil. Crowd together on foil; distribute seasonings over top. Fold foil edges to form a tightly sealed packet.	Ovens often run hot or cold, or preheat slowly. Baking tightly sealed promotes tender beets, whereas roasting peeled and diced yields a tough, fibrous texture.
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (I like Modena) 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt 1/2 teaspoon roughly ground black pepper	Bake until fork tender (60-80 minutes). Let rest, until cool enough to handle (15-20 minutes). Meanwhile, add seasonings to a 1-quart glass bowl; set aside. Slip on plastic gloves, remove beets from foil; cut off tough bases. Slide off peels with your thumbs; cube on a dark plastic cutting board. Toss with seasonings, cover and chill 1-2 hours before serving with a smear of goat cheese and a sprinkle of pistachios.	Beet juice stains unprotected hands, plastic, bamboo, and light colored cutting boards. Chilling gives seasonings time to penetrate beets.

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TURKEY DRESSING

November 19, 2016July 11, 2019by Jean Miller

My mom used to make this every Thanksgiving for my dad. As a child, I peeled the crusts from store-bought bread, buttered each slice, sprinkled seasonings over top, and then helped tear up the pieces. When Dane and Jessi were little I had them do the same.

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