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Crispy Broccoli

1 bunch broccoli
1 Tbsp. dark sesame oil
2 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar
3 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 tsp. sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional but recommended)

Wash broccoli and cut florets into small pieces. Cut tough skin off
outer layer of stalk and cut stalk pieces into bite-sized pieces.
Steam broccoli for several minutes until crisp-tender. Meanwhile,
combine remaining ingredients in a cruet and shake well. Pour over
broccoli and toss. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.





Spicy Black Bean Salsa

1 15-oz. can black beans, drained
1 15-oz. can red beans, drained
1 15-oz. can corn, drained
1 cup black olives, sliced
2 fresh tomatoes, diced
2 cloves, garlic, minced
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
One quarter cup cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 8-oz. bottle Italian dressing

Combine all ingredients and chill for several hours or overnight before serving with tortilla chips.