Old-Fashioned Raspberry Buckle

Written on Jun 6, 2011 by Alison Ashton
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Summer-fresh raspberries are the star in this simple, old-school cake that’s perfect for brunch or an afternoon pick-me-up.

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Santa Maria-Style Beans

Written on Jun 1, 2011 by Alison Ashton
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This Central California-style barbecue side is a perfect dish to showcase the beauty and flavor of heirloom beans.

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Brandied Cherry Clafoutis

Written on May 25, 2011 by Lia Huber
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This dessert has a pudding-like consistency and decadently rich flavor . . . for about 30 calories more than a serving of low-fat Oreos.

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Greek Chicken Salad Pita with Lemon Vinaigrette

Written on May 9, 2011 by Alison Ashton
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Alison Lewis’s colorful, bright-flavored chicken salad, from her book, “400 Best Sandwich Recipes, is a surefire lunch-box winner.

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Speedy Chickpea Couscous with Pesto

Written on May 5, 2011 by Alison Ashton
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When it comes to side dishes on hectic weeknights, whole wheat couscous is a busy cook’s best ally.

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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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Chicken and Mushroom Saute with Marsala Cream Sauce

Written on May 3, 2011 by Lia Huber
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This sauce is more silk than velvet, which works beautifully with any type of mushroom, from cremini to morels.

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Carla Hall’s Spicy Carrot and Ginger Soup

Written on Apr 27, 2011 by Alison Ashton
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This recipe demonstrates “Top Chef” contestant (and fan favorite!) Carla Hall’s deft touch with nourishing ingredients. It’s also the type of healthy everyday food she favors that leaves room for some well-chosen indulgences. She uses herbal tea bags as bouquet garni to infuse the soup with flavor and silken tofu instead of heavy cream to…

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Chocolate Amaranth Pudding

Written on Apr 25, 2011 by Alison Ashton
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Coconut sugar lends subtle sweetness to our Mexican-spiced chocolate pudding made with amaranth.

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Devilish Egg Salad

Written on Apr 22, 2011 by Lia Huber
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My husband claims to not be very fond of egg salad . . . but he loves deviled eggs. I, on the other hand, can’t be bothered with filling those fragile egg white shells. So this is my compromise. An egg salad that tastes like deviled eggs (with a little added heft from minced celery). Heaven.

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