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ROASTED EGGPLANT SALAD WITH SMASHED CUCUMBERS AND CHICKEN

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This chilled roasted eggplant salad pairs crunchy smashed cucumbers with savory roast eggplant, shredded chicken & a bright rice vinegar dressing. This is a perfectly refreshing meal for the dog days of summer.

SWEET POTATO HUMMUS WITH CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS

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This umami-rich sweet potato humus is the very definition of comfort food. The good news is it is very healthy as well as delicious.

SMASHED CUCUMBER SALAD WITH AVOCADO AND TOMATOES

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This refreshing and crunchy smashed cucumber salad is perfect for a hot sultry evening or to pair with spicy food. The crunch of the cucumbers pairs well with the silkiness of the avocados and the tomatoes add color and pop. Can be made in advance.

CHICKEN RAMEN NOODLE SOUP WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

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An incredibly fragrant and satisfying chicken ramen soup. The broth is unique in that it is chock full of shredded chicken and caramelized onions.

HOMEMADE SHORT RIB RAMEN NOODLE SOUP WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

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This flavorful short rib ramen noodle soup maybe the very ultimate in comfort food. The genius of this recipe is the mashup of delicious Asian flavors with a fantastic amount of caramelized onions. It takes awhile to make, but is worth the effort. Make a big batch and freeze the leftovers.

CRANBERRY OLIVE OIL CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE NUGGETS AND WALNUTS

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This cranberry olive oil cake is a delightful moist, spiced cake with tart cranberries and cream cheese nuggets. It is easy to make and will hold for several days. A perfect cake to make in advance or to give as a gift for the holidays.

MELTED SWEET POTATOES WITH CINNAMON AND LEMON

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These caramelized-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside sweet potato disks may be the perfect way to prepare this delicious and healthy vegetable. A combination of roasting and braising is used to create the heavenly texture and flavor in these naturally sweet root vegetables.

NECTARINE CRISP WITH SALTED HONEY WHIP CREAM

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White nectarines are covered in an oatmeal and walnut topping and finished with a dollop of honeyed whip cream and a sprinkling of Maldon salt.

STRAWBERRY KALE SALAD

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This delicious massaged strawberry kale salad is the perfect early spring salad when strawberries are at their peak. Toasted almonds, sweet dates and mild red onions tie it all together.

FRENCH LENTIL & GARLIC SAUSAGE SOUP