Gluten-Free Entertaining - More than 100 Naturally Wheat-Free Recipes for Parties and Special Occasions

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Parmesan and Almond

Stuffed Dates

•Soy-free

dates are tender and sweet, truly nature’s candy. here they pair beautifully with a

salty bite of parmesan cheese and a crunchy almond, hidden away inside. regular almonds

will also work here, or try pistachios instead.

4 ounces (112 g) parmesan cheese

24 pitted dates

24 blanched or Marcona almonds

Cut the Parmesan cheese into 24 small rectangles.

Use a paring knife to make a ½-inch (1.3 cm) slit in each date (through

one side of the date, to the hollow where the pit was, not all the way

through). Insert 1 almond into each date, then insert a piece of cheese, so

that it’s secured in the date, but sticking out of the top.

These can be made 1 day in advance if wrapped tightly and refrigerated.

Bring to room temperature before serving.

Yield: 6 servings

Honey Dijon Roasted Chickpeas

•Soy-free •Dairy-free •Nut-free

packed with protein and fiber, these crunchy, addictive chickpeas are a

great alternative to roasted nuts. honey and dijon ensure your sweet and

salty cravings are covered. prepare to be addicted!

3½ cups (840 g) cooked chickpeas

or 2 cans (15½ ounces, or 434 g

each) chickpeas

1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil

¾ teaspoon salt

2 cloves garlic, lightly smashed

4 teaspoons honey

5 teaspoons dijon mustard

Preheat the oven to 350 ̊F (180 ̊C, or gas mark 4). Drain and rinse the

chickpeas (if using canned) and place on a rimmed baking sheet lined with

parchment paper. Toss with the olive oil, salt, and garlic. Roast for about 1

hour, or until crunchy, stirring occasionally for even cooking.

Add the honey and Dijon mustard to the chickpeas, stir to coat the

chickpeas evenly, and roast for 15 minutes longer, or until the coating

is set but not too brown. Let cool and serve, or store in a resealable

bag for up to 1 week.

Yield: 3 cups (720 g)

Chef’s Tip

I love using any leftovers to top salads the next day!

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