Teff Tahini Banana Bread
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Teff Tahini Banana Bread

Moist, slightly dense, and earthy in a good way. Teff flour and tahini give this loaf a savory, satisfying depth. Bananas and coconut sugar offer a subtle sweetness.

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Shaved Steak Tostadas with Peanut Sauce
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Shaved Steak Tostadas with Peanut Sauce

Shaved steak and prepared Thai red curry are the magic that gets this summer recipe on

the table in record time without sparing flavor or nutrition. Corn tostadas, crisp vegetables,

creamy peanut sauce, and fresh herbs bring crunch and color to the plate.

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Beef Brisket Wellingtons
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Beef Brisket Wellingtons

Smoky, savory brisket in tender, flaky pastry accompanied by a spicy, tangy, sweet cranberry sauce is a knockout appetizer or main dish for any occasion. Smoking a brisket to make this recipe is well worth it, but it’s also a great use for leftover brisket. And if you’ve never heard of “leftover” brisket, you can always order brisket from your favorite BBQ place. Make the cranberry sauce and cook the mushrooms a day or two in advance, so assembling and serving the wellingtons will be a breeze.

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Feta Filled Mini Peppers
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Feta Filled Mini Peppers

Sweet bell peppers, tangy feta cheese, and fresh egg combine to create this bite sized snack, delicious served hot or cold.

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Walnut Lentil Pâté
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Walnut Lentil Pâté

This is a favorite comfort food from my youth. The secret to its deliciousness is plenty of onions caramelized in lots of good olive oil. Caramelizing the onions takes a little extra time and patience, but it is mostly hands-off and absolutely makes the dish.

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