Coq Au Vin

Coq Au Vin

Coq Au Vin

Coq Au Vin

Pearl onions in the past have been ready around Thanksgiving. A little early this year! They may be a little larger than the fresh or frozen pearl onions you might purchase in a supermarket. The will look like large scallions or candy onions. Peel and rinse and you may need to cut them in half… Read More »

Pearl onions in the past have been ready around Thanksgiving. A little early this year! They may be a little larger than the fresh or frozen pearl onions you might purchase in a supermarket. The will look like large scallions or candy onions. Peel and rinse and you may need to cut them in half… Read More »

Peas with Shrimp, Basil, and Penne

Peas with Shrimp, Basil, and Penne

Peas with Shrimp, Basil, and Penne

Peas with Shrimp, Basil, and Penne

Peas with Shrimp, Basil and Penne 1-1/2 lb. shrimp (21 to 25 per lb.), peeled, deveined, and cut in half lengthwise 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil 5 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbs. finely grated lemon zest Kosher salt 1-1/2 cups fresh shelled peas (about 1-1/2 lb. unshelled) 3/4 lb. dried penne Freshly ground black… Read More »

Peas with Shrimp, Basil and Penne 1-1/2 lb. shrimp (21 to 25 per lb.), peeled, deveined, and cut in half lengthwise 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil 5 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbs. finely grated lemon zest Kosher salt 1-1/2 cups fresh shelled peas (about 1-1/2 lb. unshelled) 3/4 lb. dried penne Freshly ground black… Read More »

5 Simple Steps for Making Vegetable Stock from Scratch:

5 Simple Steps for Making Vegetable Stock from Scratch:

5 Simple Steps for Making Vegetable Stock from Scratch:

5 Simple Steps for Making Vegetable Stock from Scratch:

Step 1. Whenever you prepare food, save your preferred scraps (see “Keep” and “Avoid” lists below). Store in a gallon freezer bag or storage container in your freezer, adding additional scraps as acquired. Step 2. When the container is full, put the frozen scraps in a big soup pot with some seasonings (see list below)… Read More »

Step 1. Whenever you prepare food, save your preferred scraps (see “Keep” and “Avoid” lists below). Store in a gallon freezer bag or storage container in your freezer, adding additional scraps as acquired. Step 2. When the container is full, put the frozen scraps in a big soup pot with some seasonings (see list below)… Read More »

Mixed Greens with Walnuts and Roasted Onion Dressing

Mixed Greens with Walnuts and Roasted Onion Dressing

Mixed Greens with Walnuts and Roasted Onion Dressing

Mixed Greens with Walnuts and Roasted Onion Dressing

The baby onions in your shares will give any dish a little extra flavor; add them to the pan es when your turkey is roasting. Save them for beef bourguignon or prepare this salad dressing and enjoy it with your Thanksgiving Dinner. The mixture of roasted onions in this dressing will be a great addition… Read More »

The baby onions in your shares will give any dish a little extra flavor; add them to the pan es when your turkey is roasting. Save them for beef bourguignon or prepare this salad dressing and enjoy it with your Thanksgiving Dinner. The mixture of roasted onions in this dressing will be a great addition… Read More »

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Roasting Brussels sprouts has made them a much more accepted vegetable. Years ago Brussels sprouts were boiled and over cooked. The Brussels spouts would never get eaten. This recipe will have you wanting more.  Add some of the baby onions for just a little extra flavor! It is rare that you get them on the… Read More »

Roasting Brussels sprouts has made them a much more accepted vegetable. Years ago Brussels sprouts were boiled and over cooked. The Brussels spouts would never get eaten. This recipe will have you wanting more.  Add some of the baby onions for just a little extra flavor! It is rare that you get them on the… Read More »

Steak, Mushroom, and Bok Choy Stir-Fry

Steak, Mushroom, and Bok Choy Stir-Fry

Steak, Mushroom, and Bok Choy Stir-Fry

Steak, Mushroom, and Bok Choy Stir-Fry

2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 4 teaspoons cornstarch, divided 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 pound flank steak, trimmed and thinly sliced Cooking spray 2 cups thinly sliced mushrooms 1 bunch green onions 1 cup thinly sliced onion 1 cup… Read More »

2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 4 teaspoons cornstarch, divided 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 pound flank steak, trimmed and thinly sliced Cooking spray 2 cups thinly sliced mushrooms 1 bunch green onions 1 cup thinly sliced onion 1 cup… Read More »

Corn Ragout

Corn Ragout

Corn Ragout

Corn Ragout

3 ears corn ¾ c cup heavy cream 6 slices smoked bacon, diced ½-3/4 c cup tomato concasse (peeled, seeded and chopped tomato and juice) 3 minced shallots ½ c finely chopped onion 1 clove of garlic minced 1/4 cup dry white wine 2 T asiago cheese, grated 1 T minced parsley Salt and pepper… Read More »

3 ears corn ¾ c cup heavy cream 6 slices smoked bacon, diced ½-3/4 c cup tomato concasse (peeled, seeded and chopped tomato and juice) 3 minced shallots ½ c finely chopped onion 1 clove of garlic minced 1/4 cup dry white wine 2 T asiago cheese, grated 1 T minced parsley Salt and pepper… Read More »

Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe

Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe

Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe

Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe

5 tomatoes, cored (if necessary) and quartered 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and quartered 3 medium yellow onions, peeled, quartered extra-virgin olive oil 5 plump cloves of garlic, unpeeled fine-grain sea salt 2 – 3 cups light vegetable stock or water 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika Preheat the oven to 375F degrees and position 2… Read More »

5 tomatoes, cored (if necessary) and quartered 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and quartered 3 medium yellow onions, peeled, quartered extra-virgin olive oil 5 plump cloves of garlic, unpeeled fine-grain sea salt 2 – 3 cups light vegetable stock or water 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika Preheat the oven to 375F degrees and position 2… Read More »

Swiss Chard with Garbanzo Beans and Fresh Tomatoes

Swiss Chard with Garbanzo Beans and Fresh Tomatoes

Swiss Chard with Garbanzo Beans and Fresh Tomatoes

Swiss Chard with Garbanzo Beans and Fresh Tomatoes

2 tablespoons olive oil 1 shallot, chopped 2 green onions, chopped 1/2 cup canned garbanzo beans, drained salt and pepper to taste 1 bunch red Swiss chard, rinsed and chopped 1 tomato, chopped 1/2 lemon, juiced Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Stir in shallot and green onions; cook and stir for 3 to… Read More »

2 tablespoons olive oil 1 shallot, chopped 2 green onions, chopped 1/2 cup canned garbanzo beans, drained salt and pepper to taste 1 bunch red Swiss chard, rinsed and chopped 1 tomato, chopped 1/2 lemon, juiced Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Stir in shallot and green onions; cook and stir for 3 to… Read More »

Eggplant, Zucchini, and Tomato Stacks

Eggplant, Zucchini, and Tomato Stacks

Eggplant, Zucchini, and Tomato Stacks

Eggplant, Zucchini, and Tomato Stacks

¾ c olive oil 3 yellow onions, chopped Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 6 garlic cloves, minced 1/4c fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips 1/2 Tbsp. minced fresh oregano 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 eggplant, 2 1/2 to 3 inches in diameter, sliced 1/8 inch thick 5 tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch… Read More »

¾ c olive oil 3 yellow onions, chopped Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 6 garlic cloves, minced 1/4c fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips 1/2 Tbsp. minced fresh oregano 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 eggplant, 2 1/2 to 3 inches in diameter, sliced 1/8 inch thick 5 tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch… Read More »

Char-Baked Tomato, Zucchini and Eggplant

Char-Baked Tomato, Zucchini and Eggplant

Char-Baked Tomato, Zucchini and Eggplant

Char-Baked Tomato, Zucchini and Eggplant

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, peeled and sliced 5 small tomatoes, thinly sliced Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 small eggplant, about 6 inches long, thinly sliced crosswise 2 zucchini, about 5 inches long, thinly sliced lengthwise 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced ¼ c fresh basil leaves Preheat the oven to… Read More »

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, peeled and sliced 5 small tomatoes, thinly sliced Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 small eggplant, about 6 inches long, thinly sliced crosswise 2 zucchini, about 5 inches long, thinly sliced lengthwise 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced ¼ c fresh basil leaves Preheat the oven to… Read More »

Beet Greens

Beet Greens

Beet Greens

Beet Greens

This recipes will also work for Kale and Collards 1 pound beet greens 1 strip of thick cut bacon, chopped (or a tablespoon of bacon fat) 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 large garlic clove, minced 3/4 cup of water 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/6 cup of cider vinegar Wash… Read More »

This recipes will also work for Kale and Collards 1 pound beet greens 1 strip of thick cut bacon, chopped (or a tablespoon of bacon fat) 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 large garlic clove, minced 3/4 cup of water 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/6 cup of cider vinegar Wash… Read More »