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Orange Vanilla Arugula Salad

-adapted from D Herbs Ingredients: For the Salad 1 Cara Cara orange, cut into wedges 2 c baby arugula 1/2 avocado, peeled and chopped 1/2 c bean sprouts 1 oz raw almonds, chopped 1/4 c golden raisins (optional) For the Dressing juice of 1 Cara Cara orange 1/8 c Bella Nonnas Vanilla Dark Balsamic Vinegar 1/8 c Bella Nonnas Champagne Balsamic Vinegar 2 tbsp. Bella Nonnas Blood Orange Fused Olive Oil 1/2 tsp. ground mustard seed pinch of sea salt pinch of black pepper Instructions: For the Salad Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl and toss to combine. You don't have to use the golden raisins, but they add subtle bursts of sweetness that pair well with the almonds. For the Dressing Whisk the...

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Champagne Garlic Habanero Pickles

Ingredients: 2 pounds fresh, small, firm pickling cucumbers 1 fresh habanero pepper sliced in half (optional) 5 cloves fresh garlic (optional) 3" sprig fresh dill 1 cup Bella Nonnas Champagne Balsamic Vinegar 1 cup Bella Nonnas A-Premium White Balsamic 2 cups filtered water 1/4 cup kosher salt 1 tablespoon pickling spice mix (optional) Cooking Instructions: Arrange cucumbers, habanero pepper halves, garlic cloves, and sprig of dill in one large sterilized lidded jar, or divide among smaller sterilized jars with tight fitting lids. In a medium sauce pan set over medium-high heat, heat both vinegars, pickling spice (if using), salt, and water to a simmer. Pour hot liquid over the pickles, making sure the liquid comes above the pickles and allow to cool...

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