Recipes

2 medium, or 1 large, leeks2 tablespoons unsalted butter1/4 cup chicken broth 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest Discard the leeks’ tough outer leaves, trim the leeks to about 7 inches long, and cut ’em lengthwise into quarters or eighths. In a shallow dish cover the leeks with cold water, soak for 15 minutes, and […]

1 bunch calaloo leaves, well rinsed, stems discarded, chopped1 yellow onion, chopped1 sweet potato, peeled and diced2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk3 cups water1 1/2 tsp. pepper seeded and chopped fine (scotch bonnet)1 tsp fresh thyme, coarsley chopped2 Tbsp. butter Salt and pepper to taste 1.  In a large saute pan, melt the […]

3 lbs. chicken, legs or breasts of even size 20 fresh sage leaves 5 potatoes, peeled and quartered 1 cup dry white wine 2 garlic cloves 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil  salt and pepper, to taste 1.Season chicken with salt and pepper; set aside. Finely chop 4 of the sage leaves; set aside.  2. […]

4 medium carrots5 medium parsnips1 large turnip1 celery root2 sweet potatoes1 red onion5-10 cloves of garlic peeled1/3 cup of olive oilSea salt (to taste) Fresh or dried rosemary Note: the beauty of cooking is that you can be creative. For instance, if you can’t find celery root, then just use more carrots or parsnips. Don’t […]

Noodle Salad:3 zucchini, julienned1 carrot, julienned 1 can of chickpeas Spicy Peanut Sauce2 tablespoons of vegetable oil or other oil1 cayenne pepper, chopped2 cloves of garlic, minced2 tablespoons of oyster sauce1 teaspoon sesame oil4 tablespoons soy sauce 4 tablespoons peanut butter For Noodle Salad Using a mandolin on the thin sliced setting, julienne the zucchini […]

About 2 loosely packed cups fresh basil leavesSalt to taste1/2 to 2 cloves garlic, crushed2 tablespoons pine nuts or walnuts1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan or other hard cheese Rinse your basil, discard the big central stems, and pat dry. Crush your garlic with your preferred method. Lightly toast your pine nuts […]

3 quarts water 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil 3 tablespoons drained capers 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups baby spinach Bring 3 quarts water to a boil in a Dutch oven. Add pasta; cook […]

4 or 5 carrots 2 garlic cloves 1 tsp cumin powder 1/2 tsp pepper powder 1/4 cup milk Salt to taste Wash and peel your carrots. Bring about half an inch of salted water to boil in a large frying pan, add your carrots and garlic cloves, cover, and cook until the carrots are tender, […]

2 tbsp palm sugar or light brown sugar2 red or green Thai chiles, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, finely chopped1/4 cup fresh lime juice3 tbsp fish sauceKosher salt1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup vegetable oil2 shallots, thinly sliced, divided1/4 cup peanuts2 pomelos3/4 cup torn cilantro leaves with tender stems 2 tbsp dried shrimp Whisk palm sugar […]

2 tablespoon(s) olive oil 2 chopped onions 2 chopped carrots 1 peeled and chopped sweet potato 2 minced garlic cloves 2 chopped zucchini 28 ounce(s) vegetable broth or stock  1can(s) (15.5-oz.) chickpeas, drained 2tablespoon(s) fresh parsley and dill 1jar(s) (16-oz.) pickled beets, well drained, chopped 1. Heat olive oil in saucepan over medium heat. Add onions; sauté 5 minutes. Add carrots, sweet potato and garlic. Sauté 3 to 5 minutes, […]

1/2 cup olive oil1 tablespoon medium-dry sherry or dry vermouth1 1/2 cups Vidalia, Walla Walla, or other sweet onions1/2 cup chopped fresh chives2 cloves garlic, chopped1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced1 pound white turnips, peeled and cut into small cubes1/4 chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme1/2 cup vegetable broth1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon […]

1 tablespoon chopped chives2 medium cloves garlic, minced1 cup Greek yogurt1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste In a bowl, mix together all ingredients until well combined. Season with black pepper to taste. Chill before serving.Serve with assorted vegetables or crackers. Adapted from Food & Wine · […]

1 pound mushrooms such as crimini or white, halved lengthwise if large2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and chopped3 large garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons vegetable oil3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley According to the comments on the Smitten Kitchen post, this much resembles a German Christmas favorite… […]

10″ Tart Crust, frozen or homemade For the filling:1 cup thinly sliced garlic scapes, bud ends removed2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup fresh ricotta cheese1 tsp. lemon thyme leaves (or 1 tsp. thyme plus 1/2 tsp. lemon zest)1/2 tsp. sea salt, plus more for sprinkling 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1. Preheat over to […]