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Peach Blackberry Salad with Blackberry-Basil Vinaigrette

Prep time: 20 minutes • Cook time: n/a • Serves 4

Tip: For best results, prepare the vinaigrette the day before serving to give the flavors time to fully develop.

Vinaigrette Ingredients:

½ c. extra virgin olive oil
¼ c. champagne vinegar
1 t. Dijon mustard
3 T. Great Canadian Honey
4-5 large blackberries, rinsed
1 T. fresh basil, roughly chopped
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Ingredients:

2 c. baby spinach
2 c. baby arugula
2 large ripe peaches, sliced
1 c. blackberries, washed and patted dry
½ c. walnuts, roughly chopped
4 oz. goat cheese, crumbled
Fresh basil sprigs, for garnish

Directions:

  1. Add the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, Great Canadian Honey, blackberries, and basil to a food processor container. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and process on high until thoroughly emulsified. Taste and add additional honey, salt, and/or black pepper, if desired. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  2. Add the spinach and arugula to a large bowl and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving platter and top with sliced peaches, fresh blackberries, walnuts, and goat cheese.
  3. Garnish with sprigs of fresh basil and drizzle some of the blackberry-basil vinaigrette on top. Serve immediately with remaining vinaigrette on the side.

 

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Honey Roasted Carrots Recipe

Prep time: 15 minutes • Cook time: 20-25 minutes • Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

2 lbs. fresh carrots, peeled and cut on the diagonal
1 T. extra virgin olive oil
3 T. Great Canadian Honey
1 T. curry powder
10-12 fresh thyme sprigs
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions:

  1. Place the top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 400°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking sheet. Set aside.
  2. Add carrots, olive oil, Great Canadian Honey, curry powder, and fresh thyme to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, to taste. Toss until well combined.
  3. Pour seasoned carrots on the prepared sheet pan and spread into a single layer without overcrowding. Place in the pre-heated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, turning carrots once halfway through cooking. Carrots should be crisp, tender, and nicely browned when ready.
  4. Remove from oven and transfer to a serving bowl or platter. Serve immediately with your choice of entrees. Enjoy!