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Chicken Tagine with Olives, Cilantro and Lemons
Fresh cilantro, briny olives and tons of lemon slices, which dissolve into the rich sauce, give this dish extra flavor and depth.
Get the recipe: Chicken Tagine with Olives, Cilantro and Lemons

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Roasted Butternut Squash with Asian Tahini and Pepitas
A common Mediterranean dish, this roasted butternut squash is drizzled with a creamy tahini dressing with soy sauce and rice vinegar, which gives it an Asian spin.
Get the recipe: Roasted Butternut Squash with Asian Tahini and Pepitas

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Braised Short Ribs with Dates and Chestnuts

Italian and French menus are no strangers to wine-braised short ribs, but this Mediterranean variation adds chestnuts and dates, providing a slightly sweet and nutty note.
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Slow Cooker Short Ribs with Dates and Chestnuts

These Mediterranean-inspired slow cooker short ribs are cooked down with wine, broth, dates and chestnuts until fork-tender.
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From the February 2016 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine