Asparagus, a member of the lily family, is only harvested during spring months in our area, so when it’s available be sure to savor some of these tender veggies. Remember that eating in season and eating local is more sustainable and tastes best! We have just begun harvesting our own asparagus and have it available …
Spring is a wonderful time of renewal and the perfect time for you to try something new like planting a garden or a window box garden. Enjoy these tips and tricks on how to grow the perfect herb garden at home provided by Jenn Borrealo, our Culinary & Educational Specialist. Start to plan your garden …
Spinach is a leafy green vegetable that historians believe to have originated in Persia approximately two thousands years ago. Belonging to the amaranth family, spinach is closely related to beets and swiss chard. Spinach is experiencing it’s renaissance as a powerhouse vegetable for it’s availability, nutritional value, and versatility in cooking. Spinach is a cool …
Lettuce celebrate all the wonderful and flavorful benefits of this increasingly popular vegetable called lettuce. Some leading experts have said that lettuce is the second most popular fresh vegetable in the U.S. behind the potato and that the average American may consume over 30 pounds of lettuce every year. Lettuce is 95 % water so …
French Onion Soup To prepare French Onion Soup: 2 T butter and 2 T olive oil 3-4 onions thinly sliced 1 t white sugar (optional) 3/4 t salt, pinch of thyme 3 T dry white wine 1 1/2 T Worcestershire sauce 1 T brandy (optional) 3- 3 1/2 C beef stock, vegetable stock for vegetarian …
As health experts continue to advise us to eat more leafy greens, we’re here to remind you that Cabbage is an easy way to consume more greens while also eating harmoniously with the seasons. Eating in season offers a higher density of nutrients in your food as these foods are picked fresh in season and …
Cranberry Beans, aka Roman Beans or Speckled Sugar Beans are in the legume family, a powerhouse, nutrient dense protein food group. Legumes are one of the most underrated foods on the planet. Not only are they delicious, they are also highly nutritious packed with dietary fiber, protein, iron, along with many important vitamins and minerals. …
French Horticultural Bean (Cranberry Beans) 1 1/2 c French Horticultural beans pick through to remove stones and leaves darkened beans, rinse and drain 5 c water 1/4 c olive oil 1/2 t Rustic Herbs, Herbs de Provence, or Tuscan herbs Add the ingredients to a large saucepan. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil for 15 …
This week’s eating in season spotlight is on the amazing Superfood Kale. Kale is a dark, leafy green that can be eaten raw or cooked and hails from the cabbage family with relatives including broccoli, cauliflower and collards. This versatile vegetable has been around since Roman times, however, has really made it’s culinary debut in …
2 garlic cloves, minced 8 ounces butter, at room temperature 16 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (freshly-grated) 1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced or 1 t dried dill weed, crumbled 1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or marjoram 1 Tablespoon minced basil 2 teaspoons fresh chopped chives or more 1/2 teaspoon …
Marinade measurements are equal parts oil to acid. Use the vinegar of your choice or what you have available. A sprinkle of each spice or aromatic to taste. Honey or a little sugar can work interchangeably. Button or Baby Bella mushrooms olive oil (extra virgin) apple cider vinegar honey garlic (fresh) thyme oregano salt red pepper …
1 lb. carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch lengths 1 Tbs. olive oil 1 Tbs. unsalted butter 1 shallot minced 1/2 medium onion, diced (to yield about 3/4 cup) 1 large rib celery, diced (to yield about 1/2 cup) 1 Tbs. minced fresh ginger (from about 1/2-inch piece, peeled) 2 cups homemade or low-salt vegetable …
