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Summer’s End Dinner

Lia Soneson

 
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Summer’s end is nearly here – time to plan one last hurrah on the back patio! IN THIS ISSUE, we’ve planned a perfect end-of-summer dinner menu with Orange & Thyme Pork Tenderloin, an Arugula, Heirloom Tomato & Whipped Ricotta Salad, Grilled Carrots with Minted Yogurt Sauce, and a refreshing Blackberry & Lemon Iced Tea. Cheers to this (Unusual) Summer! 

Blackberry & Lemon Iced Tea
Makes 8 cups iced tea

Nothing says summer like iced tea. We’ve decided to spruce up this favorite by adding fresh blackberries and slices of lemon to the tea we love so much. A great accompaniment to any al fresco meal.

Ingredients:
2 cups fresh blackberries, divided
1/4 cup sugar
8 cups water, divided
8 black tea bags
1 lemon, sliced

Directions:
1. Mash or puree 1 cup of blackberries with 1/4 cup sugar.

2. Bring 5 cups of water to a boil. Add the tea bags to the hot water and steep for 6-8 minutes, then remove the tea bags.

3. Pour the hot tea over the blackberry mixture and let sit for 1 hour. Then, strain through a fine mesh sieve.

4. Add 3 cups of cold water and taste the tea. Adjust the sweetness to your preference, then refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.

5. Serve on ice with a garnish of lemon wedges and remaining cup of whole blackberries.

6. Optionally, add a float of bourbon on top before serving.


Arugula, Heirloom Tomato & Whipped Ricotta Salad
Serves 4 - 6

Whipped ricotta turns this salad into a creamy, dreamy delight! Spicy arugula complements the lemon-y, smooth whipped ricotta and the ripe grape tomatoes punctuate each bite with bursts of brightness.

Salad Ingredients:
15 oz fresh ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
6 oz arugula
Heirloom cherry tomatoes
Basil, chiffonade cut for garnishing

Vinaigrette Ingredients:
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Juice of half a lemon
Salt and pepper

Directions:
1. In a food processor or high-powered blender, whip the ricotta with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt until very smooth.

2. Whisk the vinaigrette ingredients together in a small jar.

3. Toss the arugula with the vinaigrette. Spread the ricotta on a large serving plate.

4. Top the ricotta layer with arugula, heirloom cherry tomatoes, and a garnish of basil.


Grilled Carrots with Minted Yogurt Sauce
Serves 4 - 6

Carrots are transformed on the grill! With some simple seasonings and the utility of a grill basket, simple carrots become elevated into a flavorful, sweet, and savory side! Dressed up with an easy za’atar yogurt sauce, this side dish is worthy of repeating often.

Ingredients:
10 carrots, or about 2 lbs carrots, peeled and cut into 3” matchsticks
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon of Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar

Yogurt Sauce:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (or about half of a small lemon)
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Za’atar spice blend

Garnish:
Fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped

Directions:
1. Peel the carrots, and cut into 3” long matchsticks.

2. Prepare the carrots for grilling: Place the carrots in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss Sprinkle with garlic powder, Kosher salt, pepper, and sugar.

3. Grill the carrots in a grill basket over high heat until slightly blistered, a little charred, and just tender, stirring often.

4. While the carrots are grilling, prepare the yogurt sauce by whisking all of the yogurt sauce ingredients together.

5. Serve the grilled carrots with a drizzle of yogurt sauce, and a generous garnish of fresh cilantro.


Orange & Thyme Pork Tenderloin
Serves 4 - 6

Pork tenderloins are perfectly primed for adapting to flavorful marinades. This marinade features fresh orange juice, thyme leaves and a few other classic marinade flavormakers like Dijon mustard, soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic powder. It’s an easy and delicious recipe!

Ingredients:
2 pork tenderloins

Marinade:
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 sprigs of thyme, leaves only

Directions:
1. Prepare the marinade in a medium bowl by whisking all of the ingredients together.

2. Add the pork tenderloins to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour for the flavors to infuse into the meat.

3. Fire up the grill! Let the marinated tenderloins warm to room temperature for 20 minutes before grilling. Place the marinated tenderloins on the hot, well-oiled grill, and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side. Turn until all sides have seared and browned, and then, turn on one burner (or turn to low) to create a direct/indirect environment. Place the seared tenderloins on the cooler, indirect side, and continue to cook until their internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.

4. Once the pork tenderloins reach 145 degrees F, place on a clean plate, and cover loosely with a tinfoil "tent" for about 10 minutes. This allows the meat to rest, and the juices to soak back into the meat. 5. Slice the grilled tenderloins, and serve warm.

 

Try Our Grilled Corn and Quinoa Summer Salad

Lia Soneson

 
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Two grains, corn and quinoa, share an ancient history as important crops in the developing Americas. IN THIS ISSUE, we’ve made them the cornerstone of a salad that’s hearty, and nutritionally balanced enough to be the main entrée. Grilled sweet corn only gets tastier with the addition of healthy quinoa, summer-ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and a bright lemony vinaigrette.

 

Tips for Making Better Salads, PLUS, 3 Entree-Worthy Salads

Lia Soneson

 
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With summertime local produce thriving, it’s time to put entrée salads in the starring role on the dinner table. IN THIS ISSUE, we present three hearty salads, each with a dazzling burst of flavors. We’re sharing our favorite tips for summer grilling, how to make mango rosettes, and easy basics to follow when composing homemade salad dressings! It’s time to revel in the season of ripe produce — choose to serve a satisfying salad for dinner.

 

We Can Still Grill, Right? Brats and Amazing Sides

Lia Soneson

 
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We're all bonding with our homes more these days! Mix up mealtime with a "picnic" on the patio, deck, or even driveway! And, there's no time like the present to get some summer grilling underway!

IN THIS ISSUE, we've assembled a delicious menu for an at-home outdoor dinner: beer-boiled then grilled brats, zipped-up baked beans, and a grilled potato salad ready to elevate the moment!

 

A Good Time to Have Brunch In!

Lia Soneson

 
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There is no better time than the present to brunch . . . IN! If breakfast is the most important meal of the day, brunch is the most fun! Brunch implies a leisurely sort of day — where our schedules are less relentless and time together is well spent. Whether you spend it with family or a few good friends, we've composed a foolproof menu worth celebrating.

IN THIS ISSUE, we feature a Caramelized Onion, Mushroom, and Parmesan Quiche, Macerated Citrus Salad, and a side of Orange Poppyseed Bread.

 

Build a Healthy Meal with Dinner Bowls

Lia Soneson

 
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Loaded with more energizing goodies than a traditional salad, the trend of "healthy bowls" is a delicious and filling answer to "what's for dinner?" We like to carefully prepare our ingredients, and arrange them artfully in little clusters for curated bites of tasty awesomeness. IN THIS ISSUE, we present three super healthy recipes featuring an array of vegetables, protein sources, whole grains, and very flavorful dressings. Cheers to a healthy and wholesome New Year!

 

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Lia Soneson

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May 17, 2018 - Summer Ready Hearty Salads

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April 19, 2018 - Oil & Vinegar - How to Use and Enjoy!

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Oil and vinegar, (like oil and water), don't physically mix well, but their flavors certainly do in many delicious combinations!

IN THIS ISSUE, we delve into the versatility of quality olive oils and vinegars by exploring techniques of dipping, dressing, marinating, and reducing. We highlight three, spring-inspired salads featuring oil and vinegar dressings that truly pack a flavor punch.
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February 15, 2018 - Cooks’ Best Secret - Garlic!

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IN THIS ISSUE, we're getting re-acquainted with garlic, and appreciating it at a whole new level. Roasted garlic transforms a creamy salad dressing, sliced garlic infuses flavor into a quick fresh tomato pasta, and coveted black garlic is featured in a roasted chicken. Start cooking!
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