Per Serving: 214 calories, 8g carbohydrates, 2g protein, 20g fat, 3g fiber, 4mg cholesterol, 384mg sodium
Selection and Storage: Markets feature 2 varieties – the Hass and the Fuerte. The Hass has a dark, pebbly skin, the Fuerte has a smooth, thin, green skin. A ripe avocado will yield to gentle pressure. To speed the ripening process, place avocados in a paper bag with an apple. Poke a few holes in bag and store at room temperature.
Preparation: Ripe avocados will peel easily. Slice in half lengthwise and remove skin. To remove the large pit, stick a fork in the pit and twist. Avocados discolor quickly, so rub lemon juice on the surface or cut at the last moment.

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • Bottled ranch-style salad dressing

Nutrition Information per serving: 420 calories, 4g fat, 0.5g saturated fat, 40 mg cholesterol, 71g carbohydrates, 13g fiber, 27g protein, 300 mg sodium

ready in about 50 minutes; serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • white wine
  • collard greens or kale
  • clams
  • mussels
  • melted butter
  • lemon wedges
Belongs to kintyre Pesto 
serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • fresh basil leaves
  • pine nuts
  • grated Parmesan cheese
  • extra virgin olive oil
serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • heavy cream
  • egg yolks
  • vanilla extract
serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • heavy cream
  • coarsely crushed five pepper blend
  • egg yolks
  • vanilla extract

Per Serving: 420 calories, 28 grams fat, 180 mg cholesterol, 940 mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate, 6g fiber, 28g protein

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • crumbled Athenos Blue Cheese
  • Kraft Special Collection Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette Dressing

Makes 8 cups

ready in about 40 minutes
You might need to buy:
  • balsamic or red wine vinegar
  • shredded mozzarella cheese
  • small red onion
  • chopped fresh basil leaves
  • large red-ripe tomatoes
  • olive oil
  • fresh garlic cloves
  • red bell peppers - about 1 1/2 lbs
  • salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • chipotle pepper
ready in about 45 minutes; serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • sliced mushrooms
  • thinly sliced green bell pepper
  • sliced green onions
  • halved cherry tomatoes
ready in about 15 minutes; serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • crumbled feta cheese
  • finely chopped red onions
  • chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • chopped oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • garlic
  • lemon juice
  • olive oil
Belongs to erkeller Cherry Crisp 
You might need to buy:
  • ground nutmeg
  • packed light-brown sugar
  • Topping:
  • ground nutmeg
  • cornstarch
  • old-fashioned rolled oats
  • Vanilla ice cream or whipped topping