Mindy Kobrin

STUFFED MEDJOOL DATES

Prepared in 15 minutes or less. 12 Medjool dates 12  ½ x ¼ x ¼ -inch pieces Asiago, Manchego, or pecorino cheese 4 slices applewood-smoked bacon, each cut crosswise into 3 pieces Spanish smoked paprika, this deep brick-colored sweet, cool and smoky flavor seasoning is popular in many Mediterranean recipes…

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RAVIOLI AND ESCAROLE BUTTER SAUCE

Prepared in 25 minutes or less. 1 package of fresh ricotta filled ravioli 1 stick (8 Tbs) unsalted butter 6 escarole leaves, rinsed and finely shredded ¼ cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated ½ tsp nutmeg 2 Tbs thyme leaves Zest of 1 lemon Salt and white pepper to taste Bring six…

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PERUVIAN POTATOES WITH FETA

Prepared in 25 minutes or less. ½ tsp minced garlic 2 lbs medium Peruvian purple potatoes “Gem of the Andes” or russet potatoes ¼ lbs crumbled feta ½ cup whole milk 1 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbs yellow onion, finely chopped 1 Tbs bottled aji amarillo or aji mirasol…

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CUBANO

Prepared in 15 minutes or less. ¾ lbs ground pork shoulder 4 oz Swiss cheese, grated 5 oz prosciutto 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 Cuban bread or ciabatta loaf, halved crosswise and lengthwise 4 jalapeno peppers marinated in red vinegar 6 pearl onions (from a jar) 3 bread &…

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