Strawberry Ricotta Tart

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Strawberry Ricotta Tart Serves 8 A shortbread crust, creamy orange flavored ricotta, and strawberries combine for a spectacular dessert. If you prefer, you can use a graham cracker crust. 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into tiny bits 1/4 cup confectioner’s sugar 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 cup whole milk …

Cara Cara Orange Upside Down Cake

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Cara Cara Orange Upside Down Cake Serves 10 1/2 cup unsalted butter 3/4 cups firmly packed light brown sugar 2 oranges, peel and pith removed, and sliced 1/4-inch thick 1. Coat the interior of a 10-inch cake pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. 2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan on medium …

Balsamic Date Spread over Brie on Baguettes

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Balsamic Date Spread over Brie on Baguettes Serves 6 to 8 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/3 cup pine nuts 1/2 cup Medjool dates, pitted, and coarsely chopped 1 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar 8-ounces French brie, at room temperature 1 baguette, sliced 1/2-inch thick, and toasted 1. In a small non-stick skillet, …

Pasta with Swiss Chard and Sausage

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Pasta with Swiss Chard and Sausage Serves 6 1 pound penne, cooked 3 minutes short of al dente, saving some of the pasta water 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage 2 garlic cloves, minced Pinch red pepper flakes 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion 1 bunch Swiss chard, tough …

Sumo Citrus Cheesecake Squares

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Sumo Citrus Cheesecake Squares Makes 20 squares 1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour Three 8-ounce cream cheese, softened 2/3 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1/2 cup whipping cream 1 tablespoon finely shredded Sumo Citrus peel 1/3 cup Sumo Citrus juice 1 teaspoon vanilla paste or vanilla extract 1. Preheat …

Baked Cauliflower Dip

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Baked Cauliflower Dip Serves 6 A version of this dip was served at Sea and Smoke Restaurant in Del Mar, now that they have closed, you can still enjoy it at home. 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium shallot, finely chopped Pinch …

Curried Cauliflower and O’Henry Sweet Potatoes

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Curried Cauliflower and O’Henry Sweet Potatoes Serves 4 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon sweet curry powder Pinch red pepper flakes 1 head cauliflower, cored and cut into florets 2 O’Henry sweet potatoes, peeled, and cut into 3/4-inch pieces One 14.5-ounce can …

Mizuna Salad with Radishes and Tangerines

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Mizuna Salad with Radishes and Tangerines Serves 4 to 6 One head mizuna, washed, spun dry and coarsely chopped 3 to 4 breakfast radishes, thinly sliced 2 tangerines, peeled, and separated into segments 1/4 cup orange juice 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper 1. …

Breakfast Radishes on Baguettes

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Breakfast Radishes on Baguettes Serves 4 A traditional dish in France, it is delicious as a starter. One baguette, sliced 1/2-inch thick Unsalted butter One bunch breakfast radishes, thinly sliced Fleur de Sel 1. Spread the baguette slices with butter, arrange radishes on the butter, and sprinkle with a bit of fleur de Sel. Learn …

Asian Chicken Soup with Bok Choy

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Asian Chicken Soup with Bok Choy Serves 6 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 chicken breasts, skin and bones removed, cut into fine dice 3 medium carrots, finely diced 1 head bok choy, tough stems removed, and cut into fine ribbons 8 cups chicken broth 4 cups …