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- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- Total
- 10 min
Instructions
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1
Combine cilantro, olive oil, red wine vinegar, tomato, onion, lemon juice, chile peppers, tomato, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl; stir to combine.
Chef John's Chimichurri Sauce
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- Total
- 15 min
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Combine parsley, cilantro, oil, oregano, garlic, vinegar, salt, cumin, red pepper flakes, and black pepper in a blender.
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Pulse 2 to 3 times; scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula. Repeat pulsing and scraping until a thick sauce forms, about 12 times.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- Total
- 135 min
Instructions
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1
Stir olive oil and lemon juice together with garlic, shallot, parsley, basil, thyme, and oregano; season to taste with salt and pepper. Allow to stand for 2 hours at room temperature before serving; store remaining chimichurri in refrigerator.
Frijoles Refritos (Refried Beans)
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 363 min
- Total
- 378 min
Instructions
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1
Combine water, pinto beans, and garlic in a large pot and cover. Cook over low heat for 5 1/2 hours. Stir in salt and continue cooking until beans are very soft, about 30 minutes more, adding more water if needed during the cook time to ensure the beans remain covered.
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2
Heat canola oil in a skillet over high heat. Spoon the beans into the skillet without draining excess water; mash beans using a potato masher until they begin to lose their shape, about 3 minutes.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 50 min
- Total
- 60 min
Instructions
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1
Combine water, onion, tomato, lentils, oil, cumin, and salt in a large pot over medium heat; bring to a boil. Boil, stirring occasionally, until lentils are soft, about 30 minutes.
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Add potatoes; cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 150 min
- Total
- 155 min
Instructions
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1
Measure water and lard into a large pot. Bring to a boil and add beans. Cook over medium heat for 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Season with salt and continue cooking until tender, about 30 more minutes.
Peruvian Pickled Onions (Salsa Criolla)
- Prep
- 30 min
- Cook
- Total
- 70 min
Instructions
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1
Fill a bowl with water; stir in salt until dissolved. Add red onions; let soak for 10 minutes. Drain and pat dry.
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2
Mix onions, cucumbers, tomato, rice vinegar, lime juice, white wine vinegar, jalapeño pepper, cilantro, olive, and black pepper together in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate at room temperature before serving, about 30 minutes.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Total
- 25 min
Instructions
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1
Bring quinoa and chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan; cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until liquid is completely absorbed, about 15 minutes.
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2
Remove the saucepan from heat; stir pesto into quinoa. Fold tomato into mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Mix cornmeal, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl until combined. Store in an air-tight container.
Patriotic Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries in a bowl; mix gently. Top with marshmallows; stir in if desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Mix honey, mustard, brown sugar, and pineapple juice in a bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine mayonnaise, vinegar, water, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and hot sauce in a bowl; mix until thoroughly combined.
Sugar Snap Pea Salad with Lemon and Dill
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- Total
- 10 min
Instructions
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1
Slice sugar snap peas on the diagonal into 1/2-inch pieces (about 2 1/2 cups). Add sunflower seeds, juice and zest of half the lemon, feta cheese, sunflower oil, and dill. Season with salt and black pepper. Toss to combine. Garnish with slices of lemon and additional feta.
Romaine Salad with Orange and Olives
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- Total
- 10 min
Instructions
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1
Whisk together olive oil, orange juice and vinegar in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
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2
Cut orange sections in half and add to a large bowl along with romaine lettuce, arugula, olives, and red onion. Toss until well combined.
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3
Drizzle half the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Garnish with pine nuts. Serve the remaining dressing on the side to be used at the table.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- Total
- 10 min
Instructions
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1
Whisk together white wine vinegar and mustard in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking. Mix in garlic, salt, and pepper. Chill vinaigrette in the refrigerator until ready to toss with the salad greens.
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2
Wash and thoroughly dry mixed salad greens. Place in a large, chilled salad bowl.
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3
Stir dressing, and drizzle some of it on the greens and toss. Add enough dressing to coat the leaves, but not puddle in the bottom of the bowl.
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Sprinkle fresh parsley, chives, and tarragon over the salad and serve immediately.
Stone Fruit and Tomato Salad
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- Total
- 15 min
Instructions
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1
Combine plums, peach, tomato, cherries, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until; set aside to allow flavors to blend, at least 5 minutes. Drizzle with olive oil; stir to combine.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 5 min
- Total
- 15 min
Instructions
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1
Heat approximately 1/4 inch of oil, or just enough for plantain slices to be halfway submerged, in a medium skillet over medium heat.
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2
Cut off the ends of the plantains. Slit the skin of each plantain by running the tip of your knife from one end of the "rib" to the other; peel the skin. Cut at an angle, making slices that are about 3/4-inch thick.
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3
Brown plantain slices in the hot oil until brown, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-covered plate to drain off excess oil. Sprinkle with salt while still moist.
Air Fryer Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 15 min
Instructions
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1
Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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2
Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit slightly larger than your air fryer basket.
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3
Toss together tomatoes, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and garlic powder in a bowl.
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Place parchment paper into the air fryer basket, then add tomatoes. Roast for 10 minutes.
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5
Remove tomatoes to a bowl using a spatula. Carefully lift parchment paper out of air fryer and top tomatoes with any remaining juices.
Harissa Bacon Baked Beans
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- Total
- 15 min
Instructions
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1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels. Reserve 1/2 tablespoon bacon drippings in the skillet.
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Cook onion in reserved drippings over medium-low heat until starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 2 minutes more.
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Stir beans, harissa sauce, water, raisins, dates, cumin, and cooked bacon into the skillet. Pour into an 8-inch square baking dish.
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Bake in the preheated oven, covered, until heated through and bubbly, about 40 minutes. Stir gently before serving and top with parsley and jalapeno slices. Recipe developed by Laura Kanya
Sautéed Leeks in Butter and White Wine
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 7 min
- Total
- 17 min
Instructions
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1
Cut leeks about 1/4 inch above the roots and inspect for any soil. If soil is found, make another cut about 1/4 inch above the first one.
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Trim away the dark green sheaths, and again, inspect for soil. Tear away the outer layer of the white part of the leek, as it will be tough. Clean and reserve sheaths for seasoning, if desired.
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Cut leeks lengthwise, making narrow cuts, about 1/4 inch wide (julienne cut). If any soil is found, place cut leeks in a colander and submerge in a bowl of water. Swish gently, allowing any sediment to settle to the bottom. Remove leeks from the water, drain, and pat dry with paper towels.
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Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until foamy. Add leeks and cook, stirring constantly, about 4 minutes. Pour in wine and cook until leeks are tender, about 1 minute.
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Remove from heat and stir in remaining butter. Season with salt and garnish with fresh parsley.
Air Fryer Copycat Nacho Fries
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 13 min
- Total
- 18 min
Instructions
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1
Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
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2
Stir paprika, chili powder, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder together in a small bowl.
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3
Pour fries into a large bowl. Drizzle vegetable oil over the fries; toss to coat. Sprinkle seasoning mixture over fries; toss until evenly coated.
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Place seasoned fries in the basket of the preheated air fryer. Cook for 10 minutes. Shake the basket and cook until crisp; about 3 minutes more.
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5
Meanwhile, heat cheese sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Serve as a dipping sauce for the fries.
Gingered Apple-Persimmon Compote
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 20 min
Instructions
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1
Heat mashed persimmons in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir apple, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, lemon juice, and lemon zest into persimmons. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until sauce is desired consistency and flavors blend, 10 to 15 minutes.
Spicy Garlic-Sesame Green Beans
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 20 min
Instructions
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1
Combine mirin, soy sauce, sesame chili oil, garlic, and sesame seeds in a small bowl. Set sauce aside.
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2
Heat peanut oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add green beans and saute for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add in sauce and lower heat to medium. Continue cooking until beans have reached the desired doneness, 4 to 5 minutes more. Season with salt, if desired, before serving.
Skillet-Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 20 min
Instructions
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1
Toss together potatoes with oil and 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium high heat. Add potato mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are browned and cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.
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Meanwhile, stir together melted butter, remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, thyme, and sage in a bowl until well combined. Pour over potatoes.
Bacon-Wilted Kale with Apples
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 20 min
Instructions
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1
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon to hot skillet; cook until crisp and fat is rendered, about 3 minutes. Drain all but 1 tablespoon bacon drippings from skillet.
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Add apple and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and gradually add kale. Cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Drizzle with vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
Microwave Delicata Squash
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 20 min
Instructions
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1
Place delicata squash halves, cut-sides down, in a microwave-safe bowl. Pour in vegetable broth, season with salt, and cover with a lid.
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Microwave until squash easily pierced with a knife, about 8 minutes. Carefully uncover bowl; drain broth. Flip squash; let cool 5 minutes then cut into smaller pieces.
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3
Whisk lime juice, Sriracha, sugar, sesame oil, and fish sauce together in a small bowl until sugar dissolved; pour over squash.
Italian-Seasoned Cauliflower Bites in Foil
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 20 min
Instructions
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1
Preheat the grill to medium heat, about 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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Spread out aluminum foil on a clean work surface, fold in half, and lightly grease one side with cooking spray. Scatter cauliflower pieces onto the foil and dot with butter. Sprinkle with garlic and Italian seasoning. Bring the sides of the foil up and fold twice. Roll the ends towards the centre and press down to seal.
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Grill, turning occasionally, for 10 minutes.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 20 min
Instructions
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1
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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2
Whisk lemon, oil, salt, and garlic powder together in a large bowl for the marinade.
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Cut squash into 1x3-inch strips; add to marinade. Add onion and toss to coat, separating layers. Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese.
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4
Air-fry in batches, if needed, to avoid overcrowding the fryer, about 5 minutes. Shake air fryer basket. Continue cooking until vegetables are slightly soft, and edges are begin to char, 5 to 7 minutes minutes more.
Vegetarian Garden Stir-Fry
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 25 min
Instructions
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1
Grease a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-low heat. Add sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, fruit and nut mix, mushrooms, bell pepper, and chia seeds. Stir-fry about 2 minutes. Season with cayenne, garlic, and salt. Cook and stir about 2 minutes more.
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Stir in egg whites slowly, mixing until they are cooked through, but not crusty, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer stir-fry to a large bowl and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Let cheese melt and serve.
German Kohlrabi in Cream Sauce
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 25 min
Instructions
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1
Combine kohlrabi, salt, and sugar in a pot. Set aside until kohlrabi releases liquid, about 5 minutes.
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Cover pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Shake pot from time to time, so nothing sticks to the bottom. Cook for about 4 minutes. Stir in cream and simmer another 30 seconds without allowing cream to boil.