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DESSERTS Ingredients List 5. While the dough is resting, cover a 2 cups all-purpose flour large plate with paper towels, fill a 11/2 tsp. baking powder large sauté pan with 1 to 2 inches of 1/2 tsp. salt frying oil and make the topping by 3/4 cup warm water combining granulated sugar and 4 tbsp. oil, plus 2 or more cups for frying cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside. 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon 6. Divide the dough into 8 separate pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Tools/Equipment Needed On a lightly floured surface, use a Measuring cups/spoons floured rolling pin to roll out each ball Sauté Pan (Frying Pan) into an 8 to 10-inch circle. (Note: do not Large Plate stack the rolled flour on top of each Large Mixing Bowl other; they will stick. We use a plastic Small Bowl (for cinnamon and sugar mix) table cloth on our table to lay them out Rolling Pin in single layers. You can also lay out Ample space to lay out flattened dough kitchen towels and place them there.) (large counter space or table) 7. Heat the frying oil to 350 degrees. Food Prep Fry each dough circle for 60 seconds, Refer to Instructions turning once, until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to prepared plate Prep Time to drain any excess oil. Sprinkle heavily 45 min. with cinnamon sugar topping. Total Cooking/Baking Time Serving Information 1 hour Serve warm. You can add a drizzle of honey to the top; Pre-set Temp this is how some other regions of Mexico Heat frying oil to 350 degrees enjoy their Bunuelos! Instructions Serves approx. 8 1. Add all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt together in a large bowl. Mix until combined. 2. Add warm water and 4 tbsp. oil. Mix together with a spoon or your hands until the dough comes together. 3. Transfer the dough onto a clean working surface and knead the dough 8 to 10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic. 4. Roll the dough into a ball, place it in a bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel and let it rest for 30 minutes. 136

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DESSERTS PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES FROM LISA RANKIN, FINANCE TEAM As soon as October hits, there’s no regular chocolate chip cookies in the Rankin kitchen! Adding pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice upgrades our basic chocolate chip cookie dough into an AMAZING fall dessert. These will definitely be a hit at any bake sale or dinner party! Ingredients List 3. In a large bowl using a hand mixer, 2¼ cups all-purpose flour cream together butter and sugars until 1 tsp. baking soda light and fluffy. Beat in pumpkin, egg, 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice and vanilla extract until combined, ½ tsp. kosher salt then add flour mixture. Beat on low 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened until no raw flour appears, then fold in ¾ cup brown sugar chocolate chips. Refrigerate dough for ½ cup granulated sugar 30 minutes. ¾ cup pumpkin puree 1 large egg 4. Scoop 1-inch balls onto prepared 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract baking sheets, 2 inches apart and bake 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips until puffed up and golden around the edges, about 12 minutes. Tools/Equipment Needed Baking Sheets Serving Information Measuring cups/spoons Serve warm, with milk!!! Mixer Servings 2 dozen Parchment paper Bowls Prep Time 15 minutes Total Cooking/Baking Time Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees 1 hour Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, pumpkin spice and salt. 138

“THE SECRET OF SUCCESS IN LIFE IS TO EAT WHAT YOU LIKE AND LET THE FOOD FIGHT IT OUT INSIDE.” MARK TWAIN

DESSERTS STRAWBERRY BANANA CHEESECAKE SALAD FROM LISA RANKIN, FINANCE TEAM This is a refreshing salad that kept showing up at picnics. I liked it so much, I finally got the recipe and now it’s one of my favorite dishes to share. Ingredients List Instructions 1 bag mini marshmallows 1. Rinse strawberries, slice 16 oz. vanilla yogurt (2 cups) (1) 8 oz. cool whip 2. Slice 4 bananas (1) 3 1/2 oz. cheesecake-flavored instant pudding mix 3. Mix all ingredients together in a large 2 containers strawberries, sliced bowl 4 sliced bananas Graham crackers or Nilla wafers 4. Add Graham crackers or Nilla wafer crumbles on top or layer in pan for Tools/Equipment Needed garnish Slice bananas Rinse strawberries 5. Chill for approximately 1 hour in ref rigerator Prep Time 5 minutes Serving Information Serve chilled. Total Cooking/Baking Time Top with Graham cracker or Nilla wafer 1 hour 5 minutes crumbles. Servings approx. 8 140

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DESSERTS TWO MINUTE VELVET FUDGE FROM CHAR PETERSON, ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM This recipe was given to me when I was a caterer by my associate, Julie Nelson. Make sure you only microwave the ingredients for TWO minutes, no more, no less. Even though the chocolate looks like it isn’t melted and ready to mix, trust me: It is. Don’t over “nuke” the chocolate mixture! Ingredients List 3. Remove from microwave and 2 cups milk chocolate chips** immediately add powdered sugar and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips** vanilla. Stir well until smooth. 1 can sweetened condensed milk ¼ cup powdered sugar 4. Add nuts and stir. 1 tsp. vanilla ½ cup chopped nuts (optional) 5. Spread onto prepared 8x8 dish and let **Can use any type of chip. Don’t use all sit until firm. Do not refrigerate until it has been cut. Once fudge has started semi-sweet, however, as it makes the to firm up, using a sharp knife, cut into fudge not as smooth as it should be. bite size pieces. Tools/Equipment Needed 6. Store in air tight container. Microwaveable bowl 8x8 baking dish, lined with parchment Serving Information paper Approx. 16-18 pieces Prep Time 5 minutes Total Cooking/Baking Time Preheat oven to 400 degrees Freeze 1 hour Microwave 2 minutes Instructions 1. In a microwaveable bowl, mix chips and sweetened condensed milk. 2. Microwave on high for two minutes; do not microwave longer than two minutes! 142



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“LAUGHTER IS BRIGHTEST IN THE PLACE WHERE FOOD IS.” IRISH PROVERB

DRINKS AND SNACKS ISABELLE’S “ALL GONE” SMOOTHIE FROM REBECCA KEEFER, MUNICIPAL TEAM …because my 11/2-year-old daughter drinks it for breakfast and tells me it’s “all gone” when I come home with the empty cup in the evening. Ingredients List Instructions ½ cup non-fat yogurt 1. Blend all ingredients until smooth 2 cups kale (or spinach, or other greens of 2. Enjoy choice – sometimes a mixture) ½ banana (because Isabelle eats the other Serving Information half before it makes it to the blender) Serve chilled 2 tbsp. whole flax seeds Servings 32 oz. ½ cup unsweetened almond milk 1 cup frozen berries Tools/Equipment Needed Measuring cups/spoons Blender Food Prep Rinse greens Prep Time 10 minutes Total Cooking/Baking Time 10 minutes 143

DRINKS AND SNACKS BLUEBERRY BANANA AVOCADO SMOOTHIE FROM COURTNEY TER-VELDE, INTERIOR DESIGN TEAM This smoothie is full of antioxidants, iron, vitamin C, and is totally dairy-free. I find this to be an excellent morning smoothie or afternoon pick me up when I want an extra burst of the good stuff. Ingredients List Instructions ½ cup Almond Milk (Any non-dairy milk 1. Place all ingredients into blender and source works well: Cashew, Hemp, Soy) 1 cup fresh spinach blend until smooth. ½ avocado 1 banana 2. Add several cubes of ice until frosty/ 2 cups frozen blueberries f rothy 1 tbsp. ground flaxseeds ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon Serving Information Ice Serve chilled Servings 2 Tools/Equipment Needed Blender Measuring cups/spoons Food Prep Wash produce Prep Time 5 minutes Total Cooking/Baking Time 5 minutes 145

DRINKS AND SNACKS CITRUS GREEN SMOOTHIE FROM SUZANNE GOODWIN, ADMINISTRATIVE/MARKETING TEAM This smoothie is a perfect healthy breakfast or snack! This is a plant-based, (Vegan/ Gluten Free) clean eating recipe packed with fruit and protein. Ingredients List Instructions 1½ cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk 1. Place all ingredients in your Vitamix 2 tbsp. plant-based vanilla protein powder ½ large grapefruit, peeled and seeded (or other high powered blender) in the 1 medium orange, peeled and seeded order listed. 1 banana, frozen 1 cup strawberries, frozen 2. Blend for 60-90 seconds, starting 2 cups spinach, frozen on low and increasing to high 1 tbsp. honey (optional) speed, until all ingredients are thoroughly combined, and mixture is Tools/Equipment Needed homogenous. High powered blender Serving Information Food Prep Serve immediately Peel and seed fruit Servings 2 Prep Time 5 minutes Total Cooking/Baking Time 5 minutes 146

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DRINKS AND SNACKS COCOA CASHEW ENERGY BITES FROM COURTNEY TER-VELDE, INTERIOR DESIGN TEAM These energy bites are a great alternative to store bought energy bars. They are full of antioxidants, omega-3s, and fiber. These are easy to make and last about 3-4 weeks in the refrigerator. Ingredients List Instructions 1 cup raw unsalted cashews 1. In a food processor, combine all dry (1) 12 oz. package of pitted Medjool dates 1 tbsp. maple syrup ingredients to mix evenly 2 tbsp. Cocoa powder 11/2 tbsp. coconut oil 2. Add cashews and chop finely 1 tsp. ground cinnamon ½ tsp. Vanilla extract 3. Add dates, oil, and maple syrup and 1 pinch of sea salt blend until all ingredients are evenly distributed and a smooth paste is Tools/Equipment Needed made Measuring cups/spoons Food Processor 4. Spoon out mixture and roll into a ball Wax Paper about 11/2 – 2 inches Baking Sheet 5. Repeat until all mixture is used Food Prep Clear dates of any remaining stem 6. Refrigerate* Roughly chop dates 7. Option: Try using a blend of cashews Prep Time and almonds or adding Maca powder 5 minutes and peanut butter in place of the cinnamon and coconut oil. Total Cooking/Baking Time 10 minutes Serving Information Serve chilled. Servings 15-20 pieces *These need to stay refrigerated or they will soften and potentially melt if exposed to warm conditions. Will last in refrigerator up to 4 weeks 148

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DRINKS AND SNACKS DOWN TO EARTH GRANOLA FROM BRENDA FARMER, MARKETING TEAM This granola is great to mix with your favorite cereal or to use as a topping for yogurt. For a gluten-free version, select gluten-free old fashioned oats. If you’re looking for a gut-friendly option, use the alternative ingredients listed within the parentheses. Ingredients List Instructions 4 cups old fashioned oats (or gluten-free 1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees. old fashioned oats) 1 ½ cups almonds (or variety of nuts such 2. Mix oats, nuts, brown sugar, salt, and as pecans, walnuts, peanuts, sunflower cinnamon in a large bowl. seeds, etc.) ½ cup brown sugar 3. Heat oil and honey (or maple syrup) in ½ tsp. salt a sauce pan on med-low. ½ tsp. cinnamon ¼ cup oil 4. Stir in vanilla and remove. Pour over ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup) oat mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon, 1½ cups raisins (or dried cranberries) until fully coated. 1 tsp. vanilla 5. Pour mixture onto large baking sheet Tools/Equipment Needed (15x10x1) Baking Sheet Sauce Pan 6. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring every 10 Measuring cups/spoons minutes. Large bowl 7. Cool and stir in raisins (or dried Food Prep cranberries) Preheat oven to 300 degrees 8. Store in airtight container for 1 week or Prep Time refrigerator/freezer up to 2 months. Approx. 10 minutes Serving Information Total Cooking/Baking Time Servings about nine cups (24 servings) Oven to 300 degrees Safe serving size for gut-friendly: ¼ cup 40 minutes 150

“THERE IS NO SINCERER LOVE THAN THE LOVE OF FOOD.” GEORGE BERNARD SHAW

DRINKS AND SNACKS FRUIT SMOOTHIE FROM CHELSEA SCHULTZ, ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM My daughter did not get teeth until she was 15 months old so finding different foods she could eat was a bit challenging, so, we started doing a lot of smoothies. Both my daughters and I love them and drink them regularly, especially when we are on the go! Here’s one of our favorites! Ingredients List Instructions 3 cups of frozen berry blend – mix of 1. Put your frozen fruit in the blender strawberries, blackberries, raspberries ½ cup Vanilla Greek yogurt – You can use any frozen fruit 1¼ cup milk (or milk alternative) (pineapple, banana and mango are Optional: Add vanilla, honey, cinnamon also a delicious combo) etc. 2. Add the yogurt to the blender – you Tools/Equipment Needed can use whatever yogurt you prefer Blender Measuring cups/spoons 3. Add milk in the blender – you can use almond, whole, soy etc. Prep Time Five minutes 4. Blend all ingredients until smooth – add more yogurt if you like a thicker Total Cooking/Baking Time consistency Five minutes 5. ** You can add any flavor you want to the smoothie – i.e.: honey, vanilla, cinnamon etc. – I even add chia seeds to mine for extra protein! Serving Information Serve cold. Top with fresh berries Serves two. 151

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DRINKS AND SNACKS MEDITERRANEAN MULE FROM CHRISTYN GIANNAVOLA, ARCHITECTURE TEAM During a summer visit with a friend, I was introduced to the Mediterranean Mule and have never looked back! Ingredients List Instructions 3 oz. Figenza Fig Vodka 1. Combine vodka and lime juice. 1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice Crabbie’s Alcoholic Ginger Beer Ice 2. Pour into a copper mug over crushed ice. Tools/Equipment Needed Copper Mug 3. Top with ginger beer and garnish with Lemon/Lime Juicer a fresh lime wedge. Food Prep Serving Information Juice Limes Serve ice cold in a copper mug and garnish with a fresh lime wedge Prep Time Serves one. Five minutes Total Cooking/Baking Time Five minutes 153

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DRINKS AND SNACKS DR. OZ’S, “NO-BAKE” ENERGY BARS FROM BRENDA FARMER, MARKETING TEAM With all the processed snack bars on the market today, sometimes it’s better to make your own. My family loves this recipe we found through Dr. Oz. (For a gluten-free / gut-friendly recipe, use the alternative ingredients in the parentheses.) Ingredients List Instructions 1 cup quick-cook oats (or gluten-free oats) 1. Mix all ingredients together in bowl. 1/3 cup dried tart cherries (or dried cranberries) 2. Spread in a pan and refrigerate for 2 ½ cup all-natural peanut butter hours. 3 tbsp. honey (or maple syrup) 1 tsp. vanilla 3. Slice into two-inch squares. Tools/Equipment Needed 4. Return to fridge for storage. 8x8 brownie pan or similar Serving Information Prep Time Serve chilled 10 minutes Serves approx. 12 Total Cooking/Baking Time 10 minutes 155

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DRINKS AND SNACKS VP Bloody Mary FROM VINCE PRESS, MARKETING TEAM Feel free to experiment with other ingredients including: beef bouillon, beef stock, bacon salt, garlic salt, a myriad of hot sauces, fennel, Togarashi Japanese seasoning, pineapple juice and more depending on the profile you are after! Ingredients List To Assemble 1 quart / 32-ounce Clamato Tomato Dip rim of (12-oz.) glass in lemon juice. Cocktail Rim glass with Old Bay Seasoning or other 1 quart / 32-ounce V8 Juice (Spicy) finely ground seasoning mix. 2.5 tbls. Worcestershire Sauce Add Ice. 2 tbls. Tamarind (premium soy) Sauce Add 1 ½ to 2 oz. of your favorite vodka or 2 tbls. Steak Sauce tequila (Bloody Maria) to a glass. ½ tbls. Hot Sauce (to taste) – Tabasco Add six oz. of the Bloody Mary Mix (good brand “Habanero Flavor” is nice ratio to the liquor). 3 oz. dill pickle juice (could use any brine Stir.Top with garnish. Garnishes are i.e. pepperoncini, cherry pepper, etc.) endless of course. At its simplest form, 2 tbls. prepared Horseradish (to taste) make a small skewer with a Buffalo 1 tsp. Lemon Juice Cheese Curd, Lemon Wedge, Jalapeno ½ tsp. of Anchovy paste (dissolved in small Stuffed Olive and Pepperoni cube or amount of apple cider vinegar) other cured / smoked meat. Other ideas include: shrimp, crabmeat, steamed clam, Dry Ingredients lobster claw, boneless buffalo wing, beef 1 tsp. Dill Weed stick, bacon strip, celery stalk, etc. Serve 1 tsp. Old Bay Seasoning with straw. Enjoy! 1 tsp. Celery Seed (bruised to release essence) 2 tsp. Fresh Ground Black Pepper ½ tsp. Cayenne Pepper (to taste) Instructions Combine Clamato and V8 in Large Pot. Vigorously stir (or use hand blender) in other wet ingredients. Vigorously stir (or use hand blender) in dry ingredients. Pour back mix into 64-oz. container. Let sit a minimum of two days and up to one week so ingredients can meld; Taste periodically to adjust spice or seasoning level with any of the ingredients. 157