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Half and Half – Mushroom and Beef or Elk Burger
Adapted from this New York Times recipe, I’ve always wanted to perfect the home made hamburger. Especially since I often had elk meat to use which is hard to work… Read More »
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Pasta with Sugar Snap Peas and Asparagus
We know it’s spring when asparagus and sugar snap peas hit the grocery stores! We have the perfect recipe to combine these two treasures. Ingredients: 1 pound farfalle pasta prepared... Read More »
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Recipe: Rick’s Pinto Bean Steak Chili
Rick and Paola (founders of ExperiencePlus! and parents to Monica and Maria Elena) have spent the last few years exploring the Western U.S. in their RV. They happened to be... Read More »
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Recipe: Pumpkin Muffins
‘Tis the season for all things pumpkin. One of my favorite applications for pumpkin is muffins. There is something about that flavor, the spices and the sweetness that makes them... Read More »
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Recipe: Zucchini Crusted Pizza
If you have too many zucchini growing in your garden (or your neighbor is desperately trying to give you more), try out this zucchini pizza crust with your favorite pizza... Read More »
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Light and Filling Salade Nicoise
Light and Filling Salade Nicoise Of the many interesting salads offered in France, from those with cheese to meat to more complex combinations, this is one of my favorites. It... Read More »
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Recipe: Aperol Spritz
If this cocktail doesn’t say summer in Italy, I don’t know what does. Bring a little taste of Italy to your back porch this summer with an Aperol Spritz. Ingredients... Read More »
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Recipe: Packing the Perfect Mid-Ride Picnic
Lunch on the Roll Ride until your hungry … or can’t get enough of the view Cycling can certainly kick one’s appetite into gear, and a picnic lunch is a... Read More »
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Recipe: Picnicking On a Bike Ride
Lunch on the Roll Ride until your hungry … or can’t get enough of the view Cycling can certainly kick one’s appetite into gear, and a picnic lunch is a... Read More »
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Squash Blossom Quesadillas
Along with the bounty of zucchini and yellow squash, the blossoms of these plants are delicate, colorful and oh so delicious. If you do not have a garden, make friends... Read More »
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Recipe: Rhubarb Tartlets
Between the creamy custard, bright color and melt-in-your-mouth crust, this recipe makes for a perfect ending to any meal! Ingredients unsalted butter, for greasing plain flour, for dusting 375 g... Read More »
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Recipe: Endive Radish Salad with Ricotta Toast
Have you joined the COVID baking craze while stuck at home? If so, this would make a great topping for one of your homemade loafs. If not, you can swing... Read More »
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Recipe: Alain’s Homemade Gnocchi
Many of us have been spending extra time in the kitchen lately which has provided an opportunity to work on culinary skills! If you’re looking for some inspiration, Tour Leader... Read More »
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Recipe: Ricotta Dumplings with Asparagus and Garlic
Recipe: Ricotta Dumplings with Asparagus and Garlic Get excited for spring with this fresh recipe! Looking for something new to cook up as you settle into spring? Roll up your... Read More »
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Recipe: Classic Italian Panna Cotta
If you’ve got guests coming over and would like a delicious desert that takes very little prep time (though it does need a pit of patience while it solidifies,) this... Read More »
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Recipe: Portuguese Egg Tarts (Pastéis de nata)
This iconic, palm-size pastry recipe dates back to the 16th century, when the confections, like many other Portuguese sweets, were made by nuns in convents. Presently, locals eat this custard-filled... Read More »
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Recipe: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Recipe: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup With the recent bout of chilly weather in Colorado, there has been a lot of discussion in the US office about the wonders of a... Read More »
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Recipe: Tiramisu (Gluten free from me to you!)
Tiramisu: Make it gluten free! You won’t even know the gluten’s gone missing… This recipe will be a hit at any meal, but is also a special nod to my... Read More »
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Recipe: Ginger Squash Soup
Recipe: Ginger Squash Soup Fall is here and with the crispy air comes an excellent excuse to head out to the farmers market and pick up some fresh squash followed... Read More »
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Recipe: Sicilian Pistachio Cake
Recipe: Sicilian Pistachio Cake It is well known across Italy that each region has its own culinary specialty. The foothills of Mount Etna, in eastern Sicily, grow pistachios with such... Read More »
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Recipe: Asparagus Frittata With Burrata and Herb Pesto
Easy and delicious, this frittata makes for a great brunch dish or an easy late-night dinner. Here’s a classic from Mark Bittman’s recipe box. Ingredients 1 small bunch medium asparagus,... Read More »
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Recipe: Tomato and Peach Salad with Whipped Goat Cheese
We love foods that are fresh from the garden (or farmer’s market). Here is a great summer salad that is super quick to prepare but looks and tastes like it’s... Read More »
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Recipe: Potato Salad with Eggs and Mustard Vinaigrette
Warm weather means backyard BBQ’s and pot luck dinners! At the Fort Collins office we have been enjoying an abundance of boiled local eggs during staff lunches, so we’re excited... Read More »
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Recipe: Spanish Bocadillos
Bocadillos or typical Spanish sandwiches are made on a long, tubular barra de pan (think baguette). The sandwich is usually made of some combination of cured ham, cheese, tomato, tuna,... Read More »
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Recipe: Provençal Greens Soup
In Provençe this soup is typically made from locally foraged greens, so if you can improvise with your favorite leafy greens! Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 leeks, cut... Read More »