Celery Root, Apple and Farro Salad

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Celery Root, Apple and Farro Salad Serves 6 3 cups cooked farro (see note) One celery root, peeled, and cut into julienne 2 apples, cored, and cut into julienne 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, cut into 1/2-inch dice 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar Salt and pepper 1/4 cup finely …

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Waldorf Salad with Celery Root and Apples

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Waldorf Salad with Celery Root and Apples Serves 6 1 celery root, peeled, and cut into julienne 2 apples, cored, and cut into julienne 3 cups cooked shredded chicken 1/2 cup toasted chopped walnuts 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup apple juice or cider 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 …

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Pork Osso Buco with Blood Orange Gremolata

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Pork Osso Buco with Blood Orange Gremolata Serves 6 I actually prefer using pork instead of veal in Osso Buco for its sweet taste, and melt in your mouth tenderness. Using pork shoulder makes this an affordable dish. 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper 2 1/2 pounds pork shoulder, fat trimmed, cut into 1-inch …

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Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake

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Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake Serves 8 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 3/4 cups sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 1/3 cups extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/4 cups whole milk 3 large eggs 1 1/2 tablespoons grated blood orange zest 1/4 cup fresh blood orange juice …

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Blood Orange Pie

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Blood Orange Pie Serves 12 For the Crust 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers (about 2 packets) 1 tablespoon sugar 6 tablespoons butter, melted Preheat the oven to 350 degrees, and coat the inside of a 9-inch pie plate with non-stick cooking spray. In a bowl, combine the crumbs, and sugar. Add the butter and …

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Green Garlic Bread

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Green Garlic Bread Serves 8 One large loaf Italian soft crusted bread 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon minced green garlic 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, or Pecorino Romano 1. Preheat the broiler, and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. 2. Split the bread in half …

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Super Bowl Italian Wedding Soup

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Super Bowl Italian Wedding Soup Serves 8 This is a terrific soup for Super Sunday; you can make it in your slow cooker or on the stove top, and keep it warm for hours while watching the game. Green Garlic bread is a great accompaniment. 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 Walla Walla Onion, …

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Kumquat Chutney

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Kumquat Chutney Makes about 2 cups 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 cups kumquats, sliced, and seeded 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion 1 tablespoon grated ginger 2 teaspoons finely chopped green garlic 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons white vinegar 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Pinch cayenne 1. In a Dutch oven, heat the oil …

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Caramelized Kumquat Toast

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Caramelized Kumquat Toast Serves 4 to 6 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/3 cup sugar 2 cups kumquats, thinly sliced and seeds removed 1 baguette, sliced 1/2-inch thick and toasted 1/2 cup crème fraiche Fleur de sel 1. In a skillet, heat the butter over medium high heat, add the sugar and stir until the sugar …

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Roasted Purple Potato Salad with Green Garlic Dressing

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Roasted Purple Potato Salad with Green Garlic Dressing Serves 4 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 pound purple potatoes, scrubbed, and cut in quarters 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons finely minced green garlic 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano Reggiano, …

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