Health & Science

MASHED MAPLE SWEET POTATOES

5 to 6 large sweet potatoes

1/2 cup softened butter

1 cup cream or half and half

2 tablespoons vanilla extract

2/3 cup packed light brown sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup maple syrup

1 1/4 cup chopped pecans

2 eggs, beaten

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1/4 cup chopped pecans

RED PEPPER AND SALAMI SALAD

3 red bell peppers

3 red onions

2 cloves garlic

1/4 cup olive oil

4 oz spicy Italian salami, roughly chopped

1/2 jar artichoke hearts, drained and halved

1/3 cup small black olives

2 teaspoons dried oregano

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

ARTICHOKE AND TUNA PANINI

1/2 cup sliced black olives, drained

1 teaspoon minced garlic clove

1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon zest

2 (6 1/2-ounce) jars marinated artichokes, drained, reserving marinade, and chopped

1/3 cup mayonnaise

2 (6-ounce) cans white tuna* in olive oil, drained and broken into chunks

4 long rolls or Italian bread cut into four pieces

4 slices Munster, Havarti or pepper jack cheese