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Rigatoni with Fresh Basil, Pear Tomatoes and Garlic

Yvonne Tally

There is nothing like the perfume of fresh basil growing in your garden or on your grocer’s shelf to announce the arrival of summer! The large smooth leaves that burst with fragrance when picked send the senses into excitement. The time of year for kicking back is here. This recipe will fill your palate with…

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Pan Roasted Hens with Pancetta and Lemons

Yvonne Tally

This “One Dish Delish” is elegant, full of protein and low in fat. The pancetta gives a savory flavor while keeping the lean meat moist. The lemon’s natural citrus tenderizes the meat while giving it a light fresh element that balances the pancetta. The trussing takes a few minutes but well worth the finished product.…

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Braised Chicken Breast in Tomato and Aromatic Vegetables

Yvonne Tally

This dish is terrific the next day for lunch, appetizers, or just warmed up again! Cooking Category: Mid Week Skill Set: Novice & Enthusiast & Expert Product Availability: All year Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15-18 minutes Entrée Servings: 2 Appetizer Servings: 6 Roma tomatoes 6 shallot 1 whole, minced fennel 2 tablespoons fresh…

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Baby Greens with Edible Flowers and Blackberry Vanilla Vinaigrette

Yvonne Tally

This simple salad is crisp, beautiful and delicious! The edible flowers add an exotic earthy flavor; while the vinaigrette’s slightly sweet taste adds a lively smoothness that wraps it all together. Greens 4 Servings Level of Difficulty: Easy High fiber and very low fat baby mixed greens 1 big handful for each person — about…

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Warm Baby Spinach Salad with Dried Cherries and Spicy Citrus Vinaigrette

Yvonne Tally

This is a light and tangy salad. Servings: 6 fresh baby spinach (or regular) 8 cups scallions — fine chop 2 or 3 dried cherries to taste Japanese cucumbers (or English), diagonal sliced (if using English use half of 1) 2 whole Dressing: sea salt 1/4 teaspoon to 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup…

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Spaghetti Squash Pancake with Fuji Apples and Watercress Salad

Yvonne Tally

The crisp texture of the spaghetti squash softens this classic combination of apple, cheese and toasty nuts. The watercress and daikon sprout salad create a surprise of spice and pepper! Cooking Category: Weeknight/Light Fare Skill Set: Novice/Easy Cooking Product Availability: All year Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 8-10 minutes Servings: 4 appetizers or 2…

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Caesar Salad with Seared Prawns, Artichoke Hearts and Baby Shitake

Yvonne Tally

I call this “Hail Caesar” because it is so full of flavor it makes you want to shout! Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 12 minutes Dressing sea salt 3/4 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup sherry vinegar 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup lemon juice juice of 1 lemon Worchester sauce 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard…

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Atlantic Cod with Fresh Citrus Salsa and Basil Greens

Yvonne Tally

This dish sings the beginning of summer! The sweet juice of fresh ruby grapefruit, pineapple and navel orange dance a summer sonnet with fennel and habanera chili making for the perfect combination of sweet and sassy! This is a fun dish to prepare with family or friends Mid Week…if salsa is made the day before…

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Garden Turkey Burger

Yvonne Tally

The combination of veggies and nuts along with the rice and chicken give you a whole meal deal in one scrumptious patty. Light and fiber filled, this burger is delicious the next day. Slice and top with jarlsburg cheese and melt under the broiler then wrapped in a big butter lettuce leaf and you have…

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Big Kid Burger

Yvonne Tally

Don’t hassle with the cheese order, just make it with the cheese inside. Less mess, quicker and oh so yummy! Kids like it simple, if you can get them to eat a whole wheat bun, great- but if they insist on white, make it organic. Makes 4 burgers or 20 mini appetizer burgers The Burger…

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