Swiss Chard Cheese Pie

This is an easy and delicious appetizer or main course which uses a vegetable that for many people is seldom or never used… Swiss Chard. This “pie” doesn’t require a crust and once all mixed up, is simply poured into a greased baking dish and then baked off.It is yummy cold, room temp or hot and freezes extremely well. I always make a big tray at the beginning of the summer and freeze so I know we always have something to take boating, to a last-minute party or picnic or for a trip to the beach. Cut it into 1”...

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Strawberry Matcha Roll Cake

8 SERVINGSThis strawberry matcha roll cake is an ultimate summer treat! Delicate sponge cake flavored with Japanese green tea powder and filled with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.IngredientsFor Cake 4 large eggs ¼ cup (30gr) all-purpose flour 5 teaspoons (5gr) matcha green tea powder 1/2 cup (100gr) sugar, divided For Filling ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons O’Live A Little’s Strawberry Balsamic Vinegar 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder 7oz (200gr) fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped Powdered sugar for dusting, if desired Method For Prep Preheat the oven to 375° F (190° C). Line 13x9x2-in baking...

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Steamed Carrots with Orange or Lemon - Dill Vinaigrette

This recipe just screams SPRING! Great for an Easter or Passover meal. So fresh, colorful and delicious it makes a great addition to any table! Ingredients ½ Cup O’Live A Little’s Orange or Lemon Balsamic 1 Tablespoon Horseradish Mustard 1 Tablespoon O’Live A Little’s Red Wine Vinegar 1 Tablespoon Tangerine or Lemon Honey ½ Cup O’Live A Little’s Dill Extra Virgin Olive Oil Kosher salt to taste 3 pounds trimmed carrots sliced or baby carrots Chopped Dill, Lemon or Orange Zest for Garnish Method of Prep Whisk together the lemon balsamic, mustard, and honey in a medium bowl until combined....

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Spring Garlic and Fennel Puree

Makes about two cups Click here for the video recipe!Ingredients 1 cup heavy cream 4 large heads of garlic, cloves peeled 1 small fennel bulb—trimmed, cored and thinly sliced crosswise 3 tablespoons milk Salt and freshly ground white pepper Method Of Prep In a medium saucepan, bring the cream, garlic, and fennel to a simmer. Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes. Uncover and simmer until the garlic and fennel are very tender, about 15 minutes. Let cool slightly, then transfer to a blender. Add the milk and puree until smooth. Season the puree with salt and pepper...

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Spicy & Sweet Bacon Chicken Wings

Ingredients 1 dozen chicken wings 6 oz Honey & Habanero Bacon Jam 1 bunch scallions ½ c flour (optional) Method of Prep Pat chicken wings thoroughly dry with a paper towel, dust with flour (optional), place on a baking sheet, and bake at 400 degrees for about 45 minutes or until the skin is crispy. While wings are hot, toss in Honey & Habanero Bacon Jam, place back in the oven at 450 degrees until caramelized. Top with finely chopped scallions. Serve with blue cheese, carrots, and celery

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Spaghetti with Green Garlic

Ingredients Salt 1 pound spaghetti 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 heads green garlic (or 4 cloves regular garlic), thinly sliced 1 tablespoon chopped parsley small pinch of red pepper flakes Method Of Prep Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and add the spaghetti. Cook until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large (3-quart) saucepan over medium heat until shimming. Add the garlic, parsley, red pepper flakes, and 1/4 cup of water. Cover and sweat, stirring occasionally, until soft, adding more water if necessary...

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