FOOD

PANZANELLA SALAD

BREAD BASKET

A hearty, rustic loaf of bread will be best for the croutons. We selected a whole wheat bread with plenty of grains and small seeds. Choose the bread that suits you best, but look for one that is not too soft and with a substantial crust.

CHEESE, PLEASE

While cheese is not required, it will certainly take this salad to new heights. It will add a new texture and flavor. The flavor you add will depend on the type of cheese you use. The recipe is written with mozzarella, but you could also use feta, smoked Gouda, or even goat cheese in its place.

CHOOSE YOUR CHEESE.

YIELDS: 6-8 PREP TIME: 30 MIN TOTAL TIME: 45 MIN

Eating outdoors away from home doesn't have to be boring! These chic, organically-shaped bowls are made from sugar cane... stylish and sustainable!

TASTE SUMMER

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FRESH, FLAVORFUL TOMATOES, CUCUMBERS, AND PEPPERS WITH THIS RECIPE THAT IS EVEN MORE DELICIOUS THAN IT APPEARS.

The ingredients:

• 5-6 cups bread cut into 1 inch cubes, about 1 rustic loaf • 5 tablespoons olive oil • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped and mashed • 5 medium tomatoes (various colors), cut into 1 inch pieces • 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls • 1 English cucumber, 1/2 inch slices cut in half • 1 red bell pepper, diced • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced • 1 teaspoon coarse salt • 11/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard • 11/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper • 1/2 cup thinly sliced basil leaves The instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place bread cubes and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large bowl. Toss to fully coat cubes. Pour cubes onto ungreased baking sheet and toast until crispy (about 15-20 min) tossing every 5 minutes. 2. While bread is toasting, crush garlic clove. When bread is done, cool slightly and then return it to the large bowl with the crushed garlic.

Toss gently to distribute garlic evenly. Set aside. 3. In a large salad bowl, stir together cut tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion and half of the salt. 4. To make the dressing, whisk together the mustard, vinegar,

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JOY MEETS GRILL

COVER STORY

YES... PEACHES

Peaches are elevated when grilled. They make a delicous and unexpected addition to this recipe, but don't stop there. Grill peaches to add to salads, cheese plates, or even in a sundae with vanilla ice cream and chopped pistachios.

BRIGHT AND COLORFUL SWEET AND SPICY

TACOS ARE ALWAYS A WINNER. THESE ARE THAT AND MORE. BY COMBINING JUICY, SPICY MARINATED CHICKEN WITH SWEET, CARAMELIZED PEACHES YOU ARRIVE AT A HANDHELD DELIGHT THAT IS PUNCTUATED WITH CRUNCHY CABBAGE, SCALLIONS, AND PEPPERS. FINISHING IT OFF WITH A SQUEEZE OF LIME JUICE ADDS JUST THE RIGHT ACIDITY TO COMPLETE IT.

GRILLED CHIPOLTE CHICKEN AND PEACH TACOS

makes 12-15 servings PREP TIME: 20 MIN COOK TIME: 25 MIN TOTAL TIME: 45 MIN

The ingredients: For the chicken: • 2 lbs chicken breasts, boneless/skinless • ¼ cup olive oil • 3 chipotle peppers (canned) plus 3 tablespoons liquid from the can • 4 garlic cloves • 1 shallot • 1½ tablespoons ground cumin • 1 tablespoon ground coriander • 2 teaspoons chili powder • 1 teaspoon dried oregano • 2 teaspoons salt continued on page 30