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Francesca Zani

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Pear and Crostini Canapé
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Pear and Crostini Canapé

Byfrancescadzani@gmail.com May 21, 2025

Gather The Goods French Baguette or Endive 1-1 1/2 cups ricotta- ¼ cup Perfect Puree Napa Pear Puree 2 teaspoons lemon zest Salt to taste Finishing oil Candied ginger, minced Smoked salt Edible flower petals and Micro greens as garnish Make It 1.    Cut the baguette on a sharp bias to create long strips of…

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Red Jalapeno Onion Tart
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Red Jalapeno Onion Tart

Byfrancescadzani@gmail.com May 21, 2025

Gather the Goods Olive Oil 4 small Onions, sliced in 1/4”-1/2” rounds 2 tablespoons Perfect Puree of Napa Valley Red Jalapeno 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon butter 8 oz mascarpone puff pastry, cut into a large square Himalayan sea salt Make It Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In a large saute pan, char…

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Prosciutto & Tomato Bread Salad
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Prosciutto & Tomato Bread Salad

Byfrancescadzani@gmail.com May 21, 2025August 29, 2025

I love picking from my parents garden. Maybe I should learn to grow my own things. Also, overgrown fennel fronds will always make it into my salads. Salad for lunch? Get me a sandwich please! Anything but salad. So because I dislike them it takes a good one to get me excited. Creamy dressed salads…

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Honey-nut Squash & Beet
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Honey-nut Squash & Beet

Byfrancescadzani@gmail.com May 21, 2025

GATHER THE GOODS Yield: 4 servings 2 honey-nut squash, halved 1 large red beet, quartered 1/4 cup olive oil Kosher salt cracked black pepper   MAKE IT Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Season the honey-nut squash and beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast until golden brown and tender, about 35 to 45…

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Hot Peppers
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Hot Peppers

Byfrancescadzani@gmail.com May 21, 2025

GATHER THE GOODS 1 pound hot Italian peppers 1/2 cup olive oil MAKE IT In a large saute pan over medium high heat add oil and peppers. Cover with a splatter screen to avoid oil splatter. Allow to cook for about 15 to 20 minutes over medium heat until the peppers are golden and tender,…

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Tahini Panzanella
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Tahini Panzanella

Byfrancescadzani@gmail.com May 21, 2025August 29, 2025

Yield: 2 servings Total Time: GATHER THE GOODS 1/4 Italian sesame loaf 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 English cucumber, cut into half moons 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoon tahini 2 tablespoons cold water 1 tablespoon lemon juice kosher salt cracked black pepper MAKE IT Cube bread into…

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Summer Rolls
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Summer Rolls

Byfrancescadzani@gmail.com May 21, 2025August 29, 2025

Yield: 2 servings Total Time: 20 minutes GATHER THE GOODS 4 pieces rice paper 6 large shrimp, cleaned and cooked 1/4 cup thinly sliced bell pepper 1/4 cup shredded carrots 1/4 cup shredded green cabbage 4 teaspoons Hoisin sauce For serving 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts Hoisin sauce MAKE IT Pour warm…

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Spanikopita
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Spanikopita

Byfrancescadzani@gmail.com May 21, 2025August 29, 2025

Yield: 6 servings Total Time: 40 minutes GATHER THE GOODS 1/4 cup olive oil, divided 1 small yellow onion, diced small 3 cloves garlic, minced 20 ounces frozen thawed spinach 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 7 ounces farmers cheese 6 ounces feta, crumbled into medium chunks 8 oz. (1 roll) phyllo dough 4 tablespoons butter, melted…

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Green Goddess Beans
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Green Goddess Beans

Byfrancescadzani@gmail.com May 21, 2025August 29, 2025

Yield: 2 servings GATHER THE GOODS 1 (15 oz.) can white navy beans, drained 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt Juice of 1 small lemon 1 tablespoon mayo 1 tablespoon sour cream 2 tablespoons finley chopped basil 2 tablespoons finley chopped parsley 2 heads romaine, cut into thirds 2…

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Smoked Paprika & Honey Canary Melon
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Smoked Paprika & Honey Canary Melon

Byfrancescadzani@gmail.com May 21, 2025August 29, 2025

Total Time: 5 minutes Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients 1 canary melon, de-seeded and cut into thick slices 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon honey Method Lay pieces of melon on a platter. Sprinkle with salt, paprika, and drizzle with honey.

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