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Garlic Green BeansIt's spring and my green beans are sprouting in my garden. I can't wait until they are ready to pick. There are a lot of interesting ways to flavor green beans. This recipe combines the tangy flavor of the vinegar with the bite of the garlic to tantalize those tastebuds.Makes 4 servingsIngredients:1 pound fresh green beans, ends trimmed2 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil1/8 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon pepperPreparation:Blanch green beans for about 3-4 minutes or until tender crisp. Rinse briefly under cold water to preserve color, but do not chill. Cover and keep warm.In a large bowl, combine garlic and remaining ingredients. Add warm green beans and toss until well coated. This dish freezes well and can be microwaved right out of the freezer.-----------------

 

Apricot RiceMy personal chef clients love this rice and apricot side dish. A combination of textures and color and the sweetness that the apricots lend to the starchy, grain flavor of the rice make this a uniquely interesting dish that the whole family will love. This can be prepared in about 10 minutes. It can be frozen and reheated just before serving. You may need to add just a little bit of water to rehydrate the rice if reheating at a later date.Makes 4 servingsIngredients:2 packages of long grain and wild rice1 can of apricot halves in syrup1/2 cup slivered almonds2 teaspoons of fresh chopped basilPreparation:Reserve the apricot syrup and dice the apricot halves. Prepare the rice per package instructions except use a ratio of 1 to 1 apricot syrup and water. If the rice calls for 1 cup of water, use 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup of apricot syrup.When rice is finished, add chopped apricots, almonds and basil and stir. Serve immediately or store in refrigerator or freezer until needed.

 

 

Apple Pork ChopsMakes 6 servingsIngredients:1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon white pepper6 (1/2-inch thick) pork chops1/4 cup vegetable oil2 medium-size cooking apples2 cups apple juice, divided3 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground allspicePreparation:Combine first 4 ingredients in a shallow bowl, dredge pork chops in mixture. Reserve remaining flour mixture. Brown pork chops in oil in a large skillet. Arrange chops in a 13x9x2 inch baking dish.Core unpeeled apples and cut into rings, place on chops. Pour 1-1/2 cups apple juice over apples. Combine sugar and allspice, sprinkle over apples. Bake, uncovered, at 325°F. for 1 hour or until chops are tender.Remove pork chops and apple slices to a serving platter, reserving pan drippings. Dissolve 1-1/2 tablespoons remaining flour mixture in remaining 1/2 cup apple juice.Combine flour mixture and pan drippings in a saucepan, cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly. Serve sauce over pork chops.

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