Zucchini Meatballs These meat-free meatballs are a great addition to your favorite pasta dish or try them in a sandwich! Recipe courtesy of Cassidy Radloff. Servings 1 tsp. olive oil 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 ½ cups zucchini, coarsely grated ⅜ tsp. salt ⅛ tsp. pepper 3 Tbsp. basil, [...]

Spring Quinoa
Julia Lont2018-02-28T11:32:39+00:00Spring Quinoa This protein-packed salad blends quinoa with healthful dandelion greens, fresh snow peas, walnuts, feta cheese and light, citrus-herb dressing. Servings For the Salad: 1 ½ cups quinoa 2 ³⁄4 cups water 1 tsp. sea salt, divided ¼ lb. snow peas, cut into ³⁄4" pieces [...]

Toasted Parmesan Salad
Julia Lont2018-02-28T11:19:26+00:00Toasted Parmesan Salad A simple Romaine salad with artichoke hearts, a savory dressing, and served with delicious, crispy toasted Parmesan. Servings Salad Ingredients: ³⁄4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 2-3 romaine hearts 1 can quartered artichoke hearts, drained Dressing Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. [...]
Bavarian Apple Tart
Julia Lont2018-02-28T10:33:34+00:00Bavarian Apple Tart A sweet and creamy dessert based on the traditional Bavarian treat, featuring cream cheese, sweet apple slices, and sliced almonds. Or try it for breakfast or brunch! Servings For the crust: 1 cup flour 1/3 cup maple sugar ½ cup butter, softened ½ [...]

Cranberry Cheese Spread
Julia Lont2018-01-10T11:56:23+00:00Cranberry Cheese Spread Zippy cranberries, lime, and chilis complement rich cream cheese in a festive spread. Great for a party! Servings 16 oz. cream cheese, softened 1-14 oz. can whole berry cranberry sauce 4 oz. chopped green chilies, drained 2 Tbsp lime juice ½ tsp garlic [...]
Quince Paste
Julia Lont2017-11-21T10:56:53+00:00Quince Paste This traditional Spanish treat is sweet and delectable served atop a nutty aged cheese, such as Manchego. 2# quince, peeled, cored, and sliced 2 cups granulated sugar (more or less, as needed) 1. Put quince in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to boil over [...]
Huevos Rancheros
Julia Lont2017-10-31T10:57:22+00:00Huevos Rancheros Spice up your breakfast table with this hearty dish or enjoy it for lunch or dinner! Servings Olive oil, divided 1 cup minced onion 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 – 14 oz. can Fire Roasted Tomatoes, with juice 1 – 4 oz. can green chiles, [...]

Roasted Red Pepper & Pesto Calzones
Julia Lont2017-11-27T15:39:37+00:00Roasted Red Pepper & Pesto Calzones Crisp grilled calzone pockets with two piping hot, savory filling options: Roasted Red Pepper, and Pesto. Recipe quantities are for one calzone. Servings Pesto Calzone 4 oz. Big River pizza dough 1 Tbsp. Pasta Plus pesto 1/4 cup grated mozzarella [...]
Grilled Yam Salad
Julia Lont2017-11-27T15:27:47+00:00Grilled Yam Salad Grilled yams add caramelly highlights to a boldly-dressed bed of kale. Servings Salad Ingredients 1/2 lb. garnet yams, small 3 cups water 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes 1 bunch Red Russian kale, stemmed and [...]

Veggie Kabobs with Pesto Aioli
Julia Lont2017-11-27T15:34:30+00:00Veggie Kabobs with Pesto Aioli A rainbow of grilled fresh vegetables on skewers, served with a zesty basil-packed pesto aioli. Servings Veggie Kabob Ingredients 12 bamboo skewers (10") 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 red bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into [...]