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    Roasted Tomato and Chicken Sandwich

    1 teaspoon olive oil 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise 1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard 1/2 minced garlic 1 (16-ounce) loaf French bread, cut in half...
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    Cracked Marinated Olives

    Serves 8 Ingredients 1 lb/450 g can or jar unpitted large green olives drained 4garlic cloves, peeled 2 tsp coriander seeds 1 small lemon 4 sprigs of fresh thyme 4 feathery stalks of fennel 2 small fresh red chiles (optional) pepper Spanish extra-virgin olive oil to cover Method: 1. To...
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    Chicken on a Stick

    2 packs of chicken tenders (20 tenders) 3 slices of provolone cheese 4 garlic cloves (sliced thin) 10 slices of prosciutto ham Pinch Italian parsley 1 tbsp of sea salt 1/2 tbsp crushed black pepper 20 wooden skewers 4 sprigs of rosemary 4 sprigs of basil 4 sprigs of thyme 4 sprigs of dill 1/4...
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    Homemade Salad Dressings

    Caesar Salad Dressing 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 3 cloves garlic minced 1 egg yolk 3 anchovie fillets 1 cup parmesan cheese 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce 2 tsp fresh lemon juice 1 tsp dry mustard Salt Pepper Mix all ingredients together. Serve with leaf lettuce...
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    Penne from Hades

    3 shallots, chopped 3 ribs celery, chopped 1 jar sun dried tomatoes, julienned, in olive oil 4 dried ancho peppers, seeded and crushed 5 cloves of garlic, chopped 6oz container marscapone cheese 2 1/2 cup chicken stock, no salt added 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 tsp lemon flavored sea salt 1 lb...
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    Eggplant Lasagna

    Grilled eggplant served "lasagna style" Ingredients * 2 eggplants * Extra virgin olive oil (for brushing) * Chopped fresh basil and oregano * Prepared (or your own fresh) tomato sauce * 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated * 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated Directions 1...
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    Lamb And Aubergine Kebabs

    Makes two big kebabs 2 peppers (any colour) 14oz / 400g minced lamb 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 onion, peeled, grated and excess liquid squeezed out 2 big pinches each dried mint, crushed chilli flakes and ground cumin Salt and pepper 2 thin aubergines (around 8oz / 250g each), trimmed at both...
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    Luscious Cherry Balsamic Summer Salad

    This is a luscious fresh basily salad for a light summer supper. If you can find them, definitely choose Heirloom tomatoes. They always taste 100 times better, and they will be super fresh, since the older veggie varieties cannot ship for 1000s of miles without damage. And don't forget to make...
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    Barley Salad with Chicken and Corn

    1 cup barley salt and pepper 2 bunch scallions -- cut into thirds crosswise and white ends halved 2 1/2 cup corn kernels -- fresh from 3 ears corn 3 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil 1 pint grape tomatoes -- halved 1/4 cup parsley -- chopped Reserved cooked chicken breast -- shredded 1...
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    Roasted Marjoram Chicken

    4 chicken breast halves, on the bone (about 1/2 pound each) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp plus 1 tsp sweet paprika 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper 1/3 cup plus 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup raw unsalted sunflower seeds 1/2 cup coarsely chopped marjoram leaves 1/2 cup...
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    Breezy Moroccan Swiss Chard with Chickpeas

    It is based on an authentic Moroccan recipe that traditionally uses spinach. But it turned out so delicious, 1 bunch of Swiss Chard 1 14-oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 large fresh tomato*, diced (or one 14-oz. can diced tomatoes) 2-3 cloves garlic, peeled & roughly chopped...
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    Carrabba's Italian Grill Bruschette Carrabba

    1 loaf Italian-style or French bread 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened 3 to 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 3 slices Fontina cheese, thinly sliced and trimmed to fit bread slices 3 slices mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced and trimmed to fit bread slices 3 ounces...
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    Grilled Salt & Vinegar Potatoes

    2 cups / 475 ml white wine vinegar 1 pound / 16 oz / 450 g waxy potatoes (see head notes), cut into 1/4-inch slices 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus more for seasoning 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper fennel salt* to taste (optional)...
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    Corn And Tomato Scramble

    Summer corn and vine-ripened tomatoes are already close to perfection, and they taste best when prepared simply. Here, the corn is sautéed with scallions in butter, the tomatoes are lightly dressed with oil and cider vinegar, and then the two components are tossed together so that their flavors...
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    Asparagus and Zucchini Crudi

    Prep Time:10 minInactive Prep Time:--Cook Time:--Level:EasyServes:6 to 8 servings Ingredients 2 zucchini, trimmed 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1-ounce shaved Pecorino Romano, for...
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    Spice Rubs from Cooks Illustrated Magazine

    Chili Rub Makes about 1 cup. Published July 1, 1998. Adjust the ingredient amounts or add or subtract ingredients, as you wish. For instance, if you cannot abide spicy hot food, reduce or eliminate the cayenne. Ingredients 4 tablespoons paprika 2 tablespoon chili powder 2 tablespoons...
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    Braised Green Beans & Summer Vegetables

    1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, halved and sliced 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried 1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 pound green beans, trimmed 1 med. summer squash or zucchini, halved and cut into 1" pieces...
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    Blue Cheese Chicken Burger

    Ingredients: * 4 to 6 fresh or semi-frozen (preferred) breasts trimmed of all fat and cartilage * 1 Whole garlic bulb (WalMart) * 1 Small shallot (mild onion) or fresh red onion (old red onion will smell strong and have strong nasty taste) * Fresh Basil (five large leaves) (Wal Mart or...
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    Tuscan-Rubbed Salmon

    2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon sweet paprika ½ teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon ground fennel 1 ¼ teaspoons ground black pepper 3/4 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon garlic powder 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil Instructions: 1. Prepare grill. 2. Combine all...
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    Grilled Chicken and Peaches

    1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/3 apricot jam 2 Tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1-1/2 Tablespoons soy sauce 1-1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, quartered 8 nectarines (about 2 pounds), quartered lengthwise (can substitute with plums, peaches or apricots) 1 red onion, quartered lengthwise and...
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