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How to Use Fresh Produce Finds

November 13, 2015
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Are you loco for local produce? Get fresh menu-planning ideas for every occasion with this naturally delicious recipe collection.
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Grilled Vegetable Pizza

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Skip the standard sauce and cheese and try this garden-variety pie. Spread creamy Marzetti® Ranch Veggie Dip onto warm crust and top with pre-grilled bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, and more.

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Celery Bites with Assorted Fillings

Celery’s great versatility makes it a popular hors d’oeuvre offering—as a crudité with Marzetti® Veggie Dips or stuffed into mini “boats.” With topping suggestions ranging from crispy bacon and parsley to smoked salmon, capers, and lemon zest, this recipe offers the perfect celery bite for every appetite.

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Dill Crab Cakes

These mouthwatering dill crab cakes are anything-but-dull thanks to the farm-fresh flavors of red peppers, parsley, and scallions. A side serving of Marzetti® Dill Veggie Dip—also used in the recipe—makes a tangy accompaniment.

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Indian Spiced Carrots

Tender and oh-so-flavorful on their own, roasted carrots are elevated to a whole new level after a toss with fresh lemon juice, scallions, and cilantro. For added texture and taste, top with chopped pistachios and a dollop of Marzetti® Dill Veggie Dip

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Creamy Ranch Quiche

Nothing says “welcome” to guests like a little bit of comfort food. These mini-quiches are simply handmade using ingredients like Marzetti® Ranch Veggie Dip, spinach, cheese, and dinner yeast rolls, then baked in under 15 minutes for a warm, inviting taste of home.

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Cucumber Cups with Creamy Dip Filling

Effortless and tasty, these cucumber cups are perfect as a party appetizer for a crowd—or a light pre-dinner snack for one! Use a melon baller to make a small “cup” inside each cucumber slice and fill with your choice of Marzetti® Ranch Veggie Dip, Marzetti® Southwest Ranch Dip, or Marzetti® Dill Dip.

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Brussels Sprouts Salad

Serious foodies are calling Brussels sprouts the new kale—and this recipe is your chance to taste for yourself. Separate the outer leaves and transfer to a bowl, salad-style, then toss with fennel, currants, bacon, and Simply Dressed® Blue Cheese Dressing.

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Chopped Kale Salad

Chopped Kale Salad

Tuscan or curly Kale is the centerpiece of this hearty salad, which also features shredded carrots, sliced mushrooms, and crushed croutons. Toss with Simply Dressed® Light Red Wine Italian Dressing for a flavorful finishing touch.

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Grilled Chicken Market Salad

A simple bowl of greens becomes dinner-worthy when you add chicken breasts, tender, grilled Roma tomatoes, juicy red onion, and Simply Dressed® Ranch Dressing. Grilled bread rubbed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil elevates it to restaurant-quality.

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Roasted Pear Salad

Need a “wow factor” starter for your next dinner party? Try this stuffed roasted pear salad recipe including pecans, dried cherries, blue cheese, and Marzetti® Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing over thick butter lettuce leaves.

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    1 of 10 Grilled Vegetable Pizza
    2 of 10 Celery Bites with Assorted Fillings
    3 of 10 Dill Crab Cakes
    4 of 10 Indian Spiced Carrots
    5 of 10 Creamy Ranch Quiche
    6 of 10 Cucumber Cups with Creamy Dip Filling
    7 of 10 Brussels Sprouts Salad
    8 of 10 Chopped Kale Salad
    9 of 10 Grilled Chicken Market Salad
    10 of 10 Roasted Pear Salad

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