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Category: Always in Season Recipes

Recipes created using California Grown ingredients that are always in season.

The Best Carrot Raisin Salad: California Sunshine Salad

This carrot raisin salad is full of flavor and texture. The sweetness of the carrots and raisins is balanced by a bit of salty Feta cheese, creamy garbanzo beans and crunchy pistachios. It's the...

Delicious Chunky Olive Oil Dip

Get ready for the yum!! We are combining California Grown olive oil, loads of garlic, and tangy Balsamic vinegar then piling it high with fresh tomatoes, chunky green and black olives, feta, and...

Roasted Garlic Tomatoes with Cheese

These Roasted Garlic Tomatoes are covered with toasted cheese and incredibly delicious. Serve them with dinner, as a appetizer or a side dish. Guys.   These are basically like little...

Fiery Candied Walnuts

A sweet and fiery coating kicks up the flavor on these candied walnuts - California style. Try it with a mix of nuts too! Without a doubt, this is the easiest, most rewarding recipe for...

How to Make Roasted Chicken Legs in the Oven, Marbella Style

This simple, recipe for roasted chicken legs in the oven, Marbella style will soon rise to the top of your favorites list! Despite its clever and unusual flavor combination, the end result is quite...

Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Almonds

A savory and simple twist for an appetizer or snack, these Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Almonds are made easily with California almonds, olive oil, herbs and sea salt. I love almonds!...

Bolognese with Pickled California Cherries and Mustard Greens

Showcasing the versatility of the Sweet Cherries from Lodi Farming, Chef's Sarah and Evan Rich from Rich's Table in San Francisco use cherry juice and a bouquet of cherry pits to make this...

Almond Crusted Strawberries

I love anything-covered strawberries and these are my absolute fave! I mean, what could be finer than smothering one of your favorite fruits in chocolate and crunchy toasted...

Saucy Thai-Style Meatballs with Cilantro

This recipe for from-scratch Saucy Thai-Style Meatballs will be the hit of your next get-together! The flavors are fabulous - perfect as an appetizer or hors de oeuvres, but also equally perfect for...

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