A Springtime Brunch

Fava Bean Dip, a Cheddary Tart, Lemon Caper Salad, and Gluten-free Carrot Cake.

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We love this spring feast for a casual brunch or early evening dinner. The centerpiece is an unconventional quiche flavored with a pop of maple syrup and garlic. Serve it with a light lemony butter lettuce salad. To finish off the meal, we give you a moist, whole grain carrot cake.

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APPETIZER

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Fresh Fava Bean and Almond Dip

This fava bean dip is composed of a handful of simple spring favorites. If you've never done it before, you'll likely be surprised at how meditative it is to shell and peel these little guys. If you're not so fond of the process, trust us, you will be once you taste this. The final mixture is versatile, easy to manipulate, and perfect served as a dip or used in sandwiches, on bread, in rolls, wraps, and more. Keep in mind, the fresher your ingredients, the greener the dip will be and the more it'll brighten your table.

ENTRÉE

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Caramelized Garlic, Spinach and Cheddar Tart

This tart is similar to a quiche, but with a little more complexity. For that reason, it's a nock-out vegetarian main course. The star ingredient is the garlic, which is softened and flavored with balsamic, maple syrup and herbs before being mixed in with the eggs. It lends pops of flavor and acidity to an otherwise rich and cheesy foundation. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy alongside fresh greens.

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Lemon Caper Butter Lettuce Salad

This salad comes together quickly and is endlessly adaptable. Fresh, hearty lettuce and a punchy lemon dressing form the base of the recipe. To give it more substance, feel free to mix in other toppings - toasted bread bits, nuts and seeds, thinly sliced radish, and dried fruit all compliment this mixture nicely. Let your imagination run free.

DESSERT

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Carrot Cake with Non-Dairy Cream Cheese Topping

This gluten-free carrot cake is moist and flavorful thanks to a variety of different flours. Don't let the different flours put you off - most of them can be found in health food stores in the bulk section where you can get just the amount you want to use. Prior to baking, make sure you peel your carrots as doing so will yield a sweeter cake.

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