Eggplant Caponata Pasta

Caponata is a Sicilian favorite of fresh eggplant stewed with olives, garlic, tomatoes, herbs, and vegetables in an agrodolce (sweet-sour) sauce. Often served as a dip or appetizer, caponata has many variations. This version turns the base of stewed eggplant into a rustic, deeply-flavorful pasta sauce, creating a warm and comforting, yet elegant and refined pasta dish.

Mexican Red Pozole

This red pozole is a deeply satisfying Mexican staple. An assortment of dried chile peppers, herbs, and spices come together to make a rich, earthy broth that carries sweet white hominy, garlic, and onions. Load this stew up with plenty of lime, cilantro, and fresh veggies to add a vibrant pop to this outrageously tasty dish.

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Mexican Green Pozole

In this classic Mexican green pozole, sweet white hominy and poblano peppers swim in a spicy, smoky broth of cilantro and roasted tomatillos. Fresh radish, red cabbage, and avocado add crunch and brightness to this hearty stew.

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Penne Pasta with Hearty Lentil Bolognese Sauce

Bolognese, the classic Italian pasta dish, is a rustic and hearty ragout traditionally made with ground beef and a bounty of herbs and vegetables in a richly-flavored tomato sauce. In this version, meaty, creamy lentils stand in for the beef to create a satisfying, protein-packed entrée

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Sweet and Smoky Butternut Squash Chili

This richly-spiced butternut squash chili is chock-full of hearty beans and veggies that will warm you to the core on chilly autumn nights. The sweetness of the squash pairs delightfully with smoky chipotle peppers, which add just the right amount of heat.

End-of-Summer Harvest Ratatouille Stew

A classic light stew from the South of France, ratatouille brings together the flavors of the last of the summer vegetable bounty: peppers, zucchini, basil and more. This version gains some crunch from a crispy breadcrumb topping.

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