This is an easy, healthy, and filling dinner. It also freezes well. My whole family loved this recipe! Ingredients: 1/2 lb. whole wheat penne 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 cups crimini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper 3 fresh garlic cloves, minced 1 can diced tomatoes, un-drained 1/2 cup veggie stock 2 large carrots,...
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The two times that I’ve made this dip for a party it was literally gone in 5 minutes. It’s delicious! However, I cannot stress enough that the quality of feta cheese will make all the difference in this dip. You need to buy REAL feta cheese–that means from a sheep, not a cow. Many grocery stores will sell...
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Here’s a fabulous way to serve cauliflower! Roasting makes the veg sweet and mild. Plus with all the lemon, garlic, and parmesan you almost forget you’re eating a veg at all Ingredients: 5 cups fresh cauliflower florets (from 1 medium cauliflower), cut approximately into 2-inch pieces. 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 4 cloves fresh garlic,...
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I first ate this appetizer at a Southern Living holiday party 10 years ago (very festive with the red and green, yes?) And I’ve never forgotten it–it was that good! Well, I FINALLY got around to making it for a party that I hosted recently. And it was the hit of the party!!! It’s...
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Here’s a simple, yet impressive, meal that comes together quickly! Serve with a small tossed salad for a great meal. Definitely company-worthy!! Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 Tablespoons butter 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced 1 Tablespoon dried minced onion 3 (6 oz.) cans chopped clams, drained, reserve juice 1 (8 oz.) bottle clam juice 14 oz. half & half 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 lb. linguine, cooked al...
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I am absolutely addicted to this dish! Broccoli rabe may be my new favorite vegetable. And sauteed in garlic, hot pepper flakes, and white wine??? Well, it just doesn’t get any better than this! Thanks to epicurious.com for the fab recipe. Ingredients: 2 lbs. fresh broccoli rabe 4 fresh garlic cloves, minced 1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes 2...
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Try this easy and delicious KP original soup recipe! Many Potato Leek soups call for cream or buttermilk, but I don’t think you need it at all. This soup is still rich and creamy thanks to the potatoes and full of flavor thanks to the wine and spices. If you want to add any...
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This simple, easy to make, KP original appetizer is absolutely scrumptious! Use the freshest tomatoes and basil you can find (perhaps from your own garden??). Also, I highly recommend breaking out the expensive, high quality extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar for this dish. Your taste buds will be so glad you did!  (BTW–I ate...
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Thanks to my Aunt Lori and cousin Jessica for creating this AMAZING feta spread! It’s great served as a dip with pita chips and olives–I brought it to a party recently and it was devoured! It also makes a fantastic spread for roast beef sandwiches and is equally delicious stuffed into a chicken breast...
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This is THE BEST minestrone soup recipe I’ve ever tried! My Mom gave it to me years ago (thanks Mom!) It’s a knock-off recipe from a well known Italian restaurant in Michigan, called Lelli’s (thanks Lelli’s!). Use the freshest ingredients you can find–it makes a big difference.  I love the method of pureeing a...
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