Smoked Salmon and Leek Quiche
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Smoked Salmon and Leek Quiche

Leek season has begun! This smoked salmon and leek quiche is an excellent seasonal recipe that’s also perfect for using up an opened package of smoked salmon. If you enjoy fish quiches, you’ll likely also love the white fish and mushroom quiche and the salmon and spinach quiche with ricotta.

Fig, Goat Cheese and Honey Cake
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Fig, Goat Cheese and Honey Cake

Fig season is here and it’s short, so make the most of it! We don’t always think of figs in savory dishes, so here’s a delicious and indulgent fall meal idea to change from the usual recipes. This savory fig, goat cheese and honey cake will be perfect with an endive salad. If you’re having a brunch these days, think of it too.

Gua Bao - Chinese Steamed Buns with Confit Goose
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Gua Bao - Chinese Steamed Buns with Confit Goose

These steamed buns have a brioche-like texture that’s both airy and melt-in-your-mouth tender. They serve as a perfect base for fillings of your choice - the key is varying textures and flavors while adding freshness with herbs or raw vegetables. Here I’m sharing an easy version made with confit goose legs, fresh cilantro, and peanuts.

Pesto Arancini - Breaded Risotto Balls
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Pesto Arancini - Breaded Risotto Balls

Arancini are crispy little balls on the outside and melty on the inside. They’re perfect if you have leftover risotto from the day before, but they’re so good you might make risotto just for this! Here’s a vegetarian version with pesto and mozzarella.

Italian-Style Roasted and Marinated Vegetable Antipasti
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Italian-Style Roasted and Marinated Vegetable Antipasti

Roasted and marinated vegetable antipasti are a cornerstone of Italian starters. Colorful and flavorful, they can also be served as a side dish alongside beef carpaccio or beautiful burrata mozzarella.