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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.

HALLOUMI AND WATERMELON SALAD

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This delicious pairing of cooked Halloumi cheese and crisp watermelon makes for a satisfying and delightful summer salad.

EDAMAME HUMMUS

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Edamame hummus is a delicious and healthy snack that substitutes edamame and Asian flavorings for chickpeas and cumin traditionally used in hummus.

SAUTéED BABY ARTICHOKES WITH PARMESAN

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Baby artichokes are quick to sautee and oh so delicious. The trick is to aggressively trim away all the hard leaves and marinade them in a bit of lemon and olive oil before cooking..

LAYERED ARTICHOKE AND LEMON HUMMUS

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This Artichoke and Lemon Hummus recipe has two layers. The bottom layer is artichoke hummus and the top layer is a lemon, garlic, almond and olive oil smear. You scoop…

BAKED FETA WITH HONEY AND NUTS

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This baked feta recipe is smack-your-head simple, easy and quick and will have your guests licking their lips and reaching for another bite. It is a great last minute appetizer, with the only non-pantry ingredient being a slab of good feta cheese.

SMOOTH GAZPACHO WITH HOMEMADE CROUTONS

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This ultra creamy and smooth gazpacho whips up in your blender in minutes and is sure to become a new summer favorite.

CHILLED CORN & BUTTERMILK SOUP

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A quick and easy chilled soup that is perfect for warm days when it is too hot to cook and you need something light and refreshing.

CHILLED BEET & BUTTERMILK SOUP

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This gorgeously colored chilled beet and buttermilk soup is refreshing, quick and easy to prepare and makes for a dramatic presentation, especially when you garnish with an edible flower.

FROZEN MIGNONETTE SAUCE WITH CUCUMBER