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Southwestern Squash and Black Bean Quiche with Cornbread Crust

Featuring a tender custard filling full of chile-spiced roasted squash and garlic plus lots of Cheddar, this quiche is guaranteed to please vegetarians and meat eaters alike. A layer of…

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Leek Tart with Bacon & Gruyère

Paired with a green salad and a glass of crisp white wine, this tart is perfect for lunch or a light dinner. I also like to cut it into thin…

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Oven-Roasted Pepper Tart with Prosciutto & Goat Cheese

How-To

Baking a Leek Tart

Get hearty taste from a subtle onion and an enriched dough

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Turkey and Spinach Hand Pies

These turnover-like pastries make a nice lunch paired with a green salad. Or enjoy them for a casual weeknight dinner.

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Carrot & Ginger Soufflé

Brightly flavored and light as air, this soufflé makes a great side dish alongside a roast chicken or beef tenderloin. Or serve it with a salad for a light lunch.…

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Herbed Artichoke Galette

Prepared artichokes and ready-made puff pastry make quick work of this tasty galette. Serve it with a green salad on the side for a light and lovely summertime meal.

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Ham and Cheese Puff Pastries

Accompanied by a simple green salad, these luscious turnovers make a quick and delicious meal. For a vegetarian version, swap the ham for 2 cups of steamed, chopped broccoli.

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Heirloom Tomato and Cheese Pie

This to-die-for rustic tart (or galette) is ideal for brunch, lunch, or a light supper with a green salad. The secret to keeping the crust from getting soggy despite all…

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Tomato-Basil Tart with Yogurt Custard

Using yogurt in a custard instead of milk or cream adds a nice tang. This one tops a puttanesca-inspired filling of tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovy, and basil. Omit the anchovy…