Lime Caesar Dressing

Written on Jul 12, 2011 by Alison Ashton
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Try this easy, bold-flavored Caesar dressing, inspired by Cristina Ferrare’s “Big Bowl of Love.”

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Basil-Mint Pesto

Written on May 5, 2011 by Alison Ashton
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This simple, springy pesto is a versatile friend in the kitchen. Use to flavor whole grains, dollop on fish or chicken, or dress a bowl of pasta.

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Fennel and Mint Raita

Written on Mar 31, 2011 by Alison Ashton
Fennel and Mint Raita

A traditional Indian condiment gets a spring makeover with fennel and mint.

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Sustainable Tuna Caponata

Written on Mar 14, 2011 by Alison Ashton
Sustainable Tuna Caponata

An Italian-style tuna salad, sans mayo, is delicious way to use premium, sustainably caught canned tuna.

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Mom’s “French” Dressing

Written on Dec 19, 2010 by Lia Huber
Mom’s “French” Dressing

This recipe–a zippy, tomato-based salad dressing–was handed down to my mom early on in her marriage by her Aunt Gladys.

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End-of-Summer Pico de Gallo

Written on Sep 8, 2010 by Alison Ashton
End-of-Summer Pico de Gallo

Put those late-season tomatoes to tasty good use in our super-simple End-of-Summer Pico de Gallo.

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Roasted Red Pepper Romesco Sauce

Written on Aug 4, 2010 by Alison Ashton
Roasted Red Pepper Romesco Sauce

Our version of Catalonian tomato-red pepper romesco sauce boosts the ratio of roasted bell peppers. It may just end up being, like it has mine, your new all-purpose sauce.

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Fiery-Sweet Peach Salsa

Written on Jun 23, 2010 by Alison Ashton
Fiery-Sweet Peach Salsa

The heat of the jalapeno and bite of the red onion play nicely off the subtle sweetness of the peach in this summery salsa.

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Spanish Leaning Spinach and Chickpea Dip

Written on May 11, 2010 by Lia Huber
Spanish Leaning Spinach and Chickpea Dip

I waffled about whether to name this ‘hummus’ or ‘chickpea dip’, but ultimately thought it veered far enough from tradition to go with the latter. It is, in any case, delicious. If you’ve ever had any doubt as to the strength of pounded garlic, this little dish will set you straight.

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Curry Dipping Sauce

Written on Apr 5, 2010 by Lia Huber
Curry Dipping Sauce

A super-simple dipping sauce great with everything from grilled artichokes to quinoa cakes.

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