An Indirect Route

Persian Cucumber, Tomato & Onion Salad

A NYT Cooking recipe for this classic Persian salad. 3-4 Persian cucumbers1/2 red onion, diced (1/4 inch pieces)2 T finely chopped herbs (parsley, cilantro, basil or dill)1 tsp dried mint2-3 tomatoes (approx 1 lb)1/4 cup lime juice (2 limes)3 T olive oilSea salt and...

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Summer Garden Salad

5 veggies and an avocado dress up romaine lettuce. Ingredients 3T lime juice2 tsp honey1/2 tsp Dijonsalt & pepper2 tsp olive oil4 c shredded romaine lettuce, 1 c yellow pear tomatoes halved, 1 c chopped, peeled cucumber, 1/2 c chopped orange pepper, 1/2 c sliced...

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Fruit-Filled Scones

Make them your way. Change the filling options - blueberries, raspberries, mulberries, even chocolate chips; add lemon zest; drizzle with a glaze or go without. Have fun! Remember, the key to success is to handle as little as possible. 1 stick unsalted butter, cut in...

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3-Ingredient Granola

Just 3 ingredients go into this simple, chunky granola. Perfect topping for yogurt or just plain as a snack. Start to finish: 40 minutes 5 cups old-fashioned oats1/2 cup honey or syrup1/2 cup peanut butter Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with...

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Skillet Vegetarian Enchiladas

One pan recipe with all the ingredients combined. Start to finish: 30 minutes. 1 T olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 1/2 poblano pepper, seeds removed and chopped 1 red bell pepper, seeds removed and chopped 2 zucchinis, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup fresh, frozen,...

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcakes

Great discovery from Sally's Baking Addiction. Chocolate chip cupcakes with "cookie dough" frosting. Brilliant! Makes 24 large or 48 mini. Ingredients Cookie Cups 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup granulated sugar1 large egg, at room...

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Quick Biscuits

Light, flaky, and so quick to make. Start to finish 30 minutes +/- 2 cups self-rising flour1 cup heavy whipping cream Preheat oven to 450 degrees.Combine flour and cream in a large bowl.Turn out onto a lightly floured surface; knead for 5 minutes or until no longer...

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Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

A combination I would not have thought of, but it works. Thanks, Jeremy!Start to finish: 30 minutes +/- 1 T olive oil 1 T butter1/2 small onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 16-oz box small pasta (bow ties, elbow noodles, etc.)1 large...

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Fried Rice with Greens

Fried rice works best with cold/leftover rice, so if possible, make the rice the day before (or when making rice for another dish, make some extra). Serves 4-5. With cooked rice, start to finish: 30 min +/- Approx 3 1/2 cups cooked rice (or 1 cup short grain rice,...

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