Nut-Free

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Risotto-Stuffed Mushrooms

Risotto is slightly time consuming, but this beautiful appetizer is worth the extra time!

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Minestrone Soup

A classic Italian soup that makes an easy weeknight dinner.

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Savory Barley Stew

Barley stew is soothing and nourishing to the stomach and digestive system and rich in fiber and minerals.

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Braised Brussels Sprouts & Kale

Use lacinato kale for it’s deep blue-green color and superb flavor.
Traditionally used in Italian cooking for centuries, the name
‘dinosaur kale’ is also used because of the texture of the leaves.

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Fresh Cranberry Spritzer

A festive holiday beverage to enjoy a toast with friends; sweet apples work best rather than tart for this drink.

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Glazed Sweet Vegetables

This baked dish is a crowd-pleaser. Try using other sweet vegetable combinations like squashes, yams or parsnips.

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Käsespätzle

A healthier version of Spätzle (German for “Little Sparrow”) - a traditional German dumpling – replaces its heavy use of eggs with silken tofu. Top with cheese and crispy onions to make Käsespätzle aka German “mac & cheese”!

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Vegan Bratwurst

This über delicious vegan sausage uses a lot of dried spices. Feel free to play around with the flavor by adding or substituting the optional seasonings.

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Juniper Berry Simple Syrup

Impress your friends with this sophisticated sweetener with hints of pine, citrus and herbs.

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Cucumber Gazpacho

Refreshing with a kick of spice makes this the perfect cold soup for a hot summer day.