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Make-Ahead Beef & Mushroom Pot Pies are a healthy, festive and fun holiday meal reminiscent of the frozen pot pies of my childhood, only healthier and tastier.

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.

HAWAIIAN TOFU POKE

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Hawaiian tofu poke has become a weekly staple in my house. We eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is easy to make, keeps in the fridge for days, can be made simply or with a lot of delicious add-ins, and provides a great source of vegetarian protein.

SPRING ISRAELI COUSCOUS SALAD

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Looking for a tasty, make-ahead dish? Try this Israeli couscous salad packed with snap peas, herbs, and nuts, perfect for a light lunch or outdoor gathering.

HOMEMADE DATE SALAD DRESSING

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Make this sweet-and-tangy homemade date salad dressing in a food processor or blender, then pour it on everything. Wonderful with both sweet and bitter greens.

ORZO SALAD WITH LEMON, ASPARAGUS AND CRUNCHY BREADCRUMBS

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Elevate your salad game with my version of Ali Slagle's quick, wholesome orzo salad, blending bright lemon, roasted veggies, and crunchy homemade breadcrumbs.

FARRO, YELLOW SQUASH AND POMEGRANATE SALAD

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This farro, yellow squash and pomegranate salad makes for a great fall side dish or even a main course. The farro is cooked in apple cider vinegar, giving it a sweet depth of flavor. Roasted squash, pomegranates, golden raisins, pistachios and feta cheese create a balanced sweet-savory goodness.

FARRO SALAD WITH ZUCCHINI AND RADISH

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This riff on Charlie Bird's Farro salad is suitable for a vegetarian meal or makes a nice accompaniment to a protein. It is wonderful for lunch the next day.

HOLIDAY SALAD WITH PASSION FRUIT DRESSING

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This vibrant and fresh holiday salad is just what you need to cure your winter doldrums. Made with butter lettuce, Fuyu persimmons, pomegranates, blueberries and my favorite Passion Fruit Salad Dressing.

HALLOUMI AND WATERMELON SALAD