Southwestern Egg Rolls with Salsa Dipping Sauce

Baked Branzino with Citrus Gremolata

Delicate branzino fillets baked and topped with a bright citrus gremolata of lemon, orange, and fresh herbs. An elegant, light main course worthy of a French chef guest.

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Tomato Bruschetta Valerie Style

A classic Italian appetizer featuring ripe heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, and kalamata olives piled high on grilled bread. This bruschetta is Valerie's go-to starter for entertaining close friends.

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Arugula Salad with Pickled Red Onions and Champagne Vinaigrette

Peppery arugula topped with quick-pickled red onions and dressed in a bright Champagne vinaigrette. A refined salad that pairs beautifully with hearty mains.

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Crazy Easy Quickbread

A quick and easy beer bread made with self-rising flour, rosemary, and Parmesan. Golden and crusty on the outside, soft on the inside, and ready in under an hour.

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Chicken Cutlets with Spicy Arugula

Crispy panko-crusted chicken cutlets served atop a bed of peppery arugula dressed in a tangy lemon-shallot vinaigrette. A satisfying main course that balances crunch with fresh greens.

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Roasted Beets with Herbs

Tender baby beets roasted until caramelized and tossed with fresh parsley and tarragon. A simple, elegant side dish that lets the natural sweetness of the beets shine.

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Festive Salad with Tomatoes, Basil and Mozzarella in a Creamy Vinaigrette

A festive holiday salad of mixed greens and romaine tossed in a creamy Champagne vinaigrette. Topped with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, pine nuts, and sliced basil.

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Italian Fennel Coleslaw

A crisp Italian-style coleslaw with shaved fennel, dried basil, and a tangy mayonnaise-vinegar dressing. A fresh, crunchy side that pairs perfectly with beef sandwiches.

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English and Italian Finger Sandwiches

Italian-style finger sandwiches layered with salami, prosciutto, mortadella, roasted red peppers, and pepperoncini on herbed bread. Trimmed and cut into elegant thirds for a beautiful party platter.

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Rumaki Teriyaki

Retro-style chicken liver and water chestnut bites wrapped in bacon and glazed with teriyaki sauce. A savory, bite-sized appetizer that's a guaranteed poker night crowd-pleaser.

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