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Francesca's Zucchini "Carpaccio"
For this dish, fresh spring-summer zucchini are imperative. I use a 1-mm. food processor-blade as if it were a mandoline to hand-slice the tender zucchini.
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
By Faith Willinger
Red-Leaf Lettuce and Watercress Salad with Buttermilk Dressing
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Island Salsa
For snacking, try this tropical topper with Hawaiian lavash crackers, or serve over grilled chicken.
Chilled Beet, Orange and Dill Soup
For easy serving, ladle the soup into pretty bowls, and set them on the buffet table.
Salad of Bitter Greens and Oranges
By Jayne Cohen