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Herbed Chile Olive Oil

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Prep Time: 8 minutes Cook Time: 2 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes, plus cooling time 1 1/2 cups extra virgin olive oil 1 habanero or Serrano chile, seeded and slivered 2 large sprigs fresh rosemary 5 sprigs fresh thyme Sterilized, dry glass bottle(s) or jar(s) to hold about 1 1/2 cups Heat olive oil in stainless steel or glass saucepan, …

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Brandade on Garlic Toast with Green Olive and Parsley Salad

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Brandade is a famous dish of Provence featuring a flavorful purée of salt cod, olive oil, garlic, milk and cream. Salt cod can be purchased at many supermarkets and comes packaged as boneless, skinless fillets. Serves 6 to 8 as an appetizer Brandade 1 head of garlic 2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 pound Idaho potatoes, peeled 1/2 …

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The Tuscan

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Created by Mixologist Ryan Goodspeed

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Pizza with Black Olive Tapenade, Roasted Cipollini Onions, Grilled Tuscan Kale and Aged Goat Cheese

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This delicious pizza can be made from scratch, or for a shortcut in the kitchen, purchase a good quality pizza dough at your local grocery store. Pizza with Black Olive Tapenade, Roasted Cipollini Onions, Grilled Tuscan Kale and Aged Goat Cheese Makes one 10-inch pizza 1 bunch Tuscan kale (or substitute regular kale or Swiss chard) 3 tablespoons extra virgin …

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Black Olive Cola

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Created by Mixologist Ryan Goodspeed

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The Florentine

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Created by Mixologist Ryan Goodspeed

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Lamb Tartare with Harissa, Fried Capers, Preserved Lemon and Potato Chips

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Serves 4 as an appetizer 8 ounces trimmed lamb loin or leg meat 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 shallot, minced 1 tablespoon finely minced preserved lemon 1 tablespoon Harissa paste or Sriracha sauce 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped 2 basil leaves, minced 1 egg yolk 1 teaspoon lemon juice Kosher salt …

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Grilled Tuna Steak With Spring Onions and Provencal Vinaigrette

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Chef Michael’s dish tops hearty tuna fillets with a zesty vinaigrette featuring green olives, tomato, olive oil and roasted red pepper.

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Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes with Roasted Eggplant and Feta

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Serves 6 as an appetizer 2 pounds eggplant 1/4 cup, plus 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pound assorted heirloom tomatoes or ripe Roma tomatoes 1/4 cup torn basil leaves 1 clove garlic, minced 3 peeled shallots, thinly sliced 1/4 cup parsley, roughly chopped Juice of 1 lemon 4 ounces best quality …

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Herbed Roast Turkey

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16-20 servings 16 to 18 lb. turkey, thawed, if frozen 1 medium onion, cut into wedges 2 ribs celery, cut into 2-inch pieces 2 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 to 2 stems each of fresh sage, rosemary and thyme, if desired 3 cloves garlic 1/3 cup chopped fresh sage leaves 1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves 3 tablespoons fresh …

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