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Potato Waffles

Monday, April 10th, 2017

Potato Wa . . wait, what?  Yes potatoes in your waffle maker!!  Left-over make over!!

Potato Waffles
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  1. Heat the waffle maker. Meanwhile add all the ingredients to a large bowl including 1/2 of the scallions, and whisk thoroughly. Grease the hot waffle iron well. Add 1/3 cup for each waffle. Cook until golden brown on the inside, about 5 minutes per waffle. Serve with a dollop of sour cream, additional scallions, and hot sauce, if desired.
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Brussels & Mushrooms

Monday, April 10th, 2017
Brussels & Mushrooms
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  1. Heat a heavy-duty 12" saute pan, add the olive oil. Add the shallot and saute over medium until translucent. Add the mushrooms and Brussels sprouts and saute over medium-high heat until the mushrooms and Brussels sprouts begin to caramelize (about 6 minutes). Add the 2 tablespoons of pomegranate balsamic to the pan stirring and scraping to deglaze it. (Make sure to scrape up the browned bits of mushroom and shallot at the bottom while evenly coating the Brussels sprouts). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
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Roasted Sweet Potato Power Salad

Thursday, February 9th, 2017
Roasted Sweet Potato Power Salad
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Ingredients
  • 2 medium Sweet Potato peeled, diced
  • 2 tsp Milanese Gremolata Olive Oil
  • 3/4 tsp Himalayan Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 bunch kale curly, washed, chopped
  • 1 15 oz garbanzo beans drained, rinsed
  • 1 Avocado pitted, diced
  • 1/3 c dried cranberries
  • 1/3 c almonds chopped, low sodium, lightly salted
  • 1/4 c red onion
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Salad
  1. Preheat oven to 375º. On a large sheet pan, toss together the diced sweet potato with olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. bake sweet potato until fork tender, allow to cool. Layer ingredients starting with your salad greens
Dressing
  1. Place balsamic in a small bowl and slowly whisk in the olive oil. this dressing will keep in a mason jar for up to 3 months. in the refrigerator. Remember olive oil will solidify so you will need to let it sit out about 10 minutes before serving.
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Winter Fruit Salad with Maple Lime Dressing

Wednesday, February 8th, 2017

A beautiful addition to breakfast, lunch or dinner — or even a SNACK!!

Winter Fruit Salad with Maple Lime Dressing
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  1. Combine fruit portions of the salad in a large bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the balsamic and oil. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat. Serve immediately.
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Items found at The Olive Twist:  Persian Lime Olive Oil, Pure Maple Balsamic Vinegar

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Mediterranean Spaghetti Squash

Wednesday, February 8th, 2017
Mediterranean Spaghetti Squash
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A GREAT addition to a Meatless Monday or any night of the week!
Mediterranean Spaghetti Squash
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A GREAT addition to a Meatless Monday or any night of the week!
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  • 1 Spaghetti Squash
  • 2 Tbsp Tuscan Herb Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 2 1/2 c grape tomatoes halved
  • 3/4 c crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 c kalamata olives sliced
  • 2 Tbsp Greek Blend SEE RECIPE
  • 3 Tbsp basil, fresh chopped
  • Salt & Pepper
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  1. Preheat oven to 350º. Lightly grease a baking sheet. Place spaghetti squash cut sides down on the baking sheet. Bake until you can poke a sharp knife into the squash with little resistance, about 35-45 minutes. Remove squash from oven and set aside to cool. Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic, and saute for 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes and cook briefly, about 1 minute. You only want to warm the tomatoes. Use a large for to shred the spaghetti from the squash and place the strands in a large bowl. Toss with the sauteed vegetables, feta cheese, olives and seasonings. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve Warm
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Maple roasted Chickpeas

Friday, January 20th, 2017

Put the candy bar down!!!  Try this scrumptious recipe instead to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Maple Roasted Chickpeas
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Sweet, and savory at the same time! Delicious go to snack!
Maple Roasted Chickpeas
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Sweet, and savory at the same time! Delicious go to snack!
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  1. Preheat oven to 375º. Drain, rinse and pat dry chickpeas. spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast chickpeas in oven 45-50 minutes or until crunchy through. Mix the olive oi, maple syrup and seasoning in a small bowl. Once chickpeas are crunchy, remove from oven. toss with mixture. Place chickpeas back onto baking sheet and cook for additional 10-15 minutes to caramelize.
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Available at the Olive Twist:  Butter Olive Oil, Maple Syrup, Cinnamon, Himalayan Salt

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Rosemary Potatoes

Monday, May 9th, 2016
Rosemary Potatoes
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  1. Preheat oven to 450º cut potatoes in half lengthwise; cut each half lengthwise into 1 inch wide wedges. Place potatoes in a large bowl; toss with oil, press garlic, sprinkle with seasoning; toss to coat evenly. Spread potatoes in a single layer and roast 12-15 minutes and turn potatoes, drizzle with balsamic and roast additional 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crisp-tender.
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