Ingredients:2 eggplants2 teaspoons salt1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil3 cloves garlic, crushed2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon saltInstructions:Cut the eggplant into 1/4-inch thick slices and generously salt each slice. Let them rest for about 15 minutes so that the salt can draw out the moisture and bitterness. Wipe each […]
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Asian Cucumber Salad
This is a quick and easy salad that is refreshing on hot summer days. Eat immediately or make it ahead of time, it keeps in the refrigerator up to three days. After that, the cucumbers tend to get soggy. Ingredients:4 Cups thinly sliced cucumbers1/4 cup of finely sliced red onion1/4 cup fine diced red pepper1/4 […]
Chicken Kale Soup
Every week for the past couple weeks I have been roasting a chicken and then using the leftover carcass to make chicken stock. This recipe is really delicious with homemade chicken stock, but you could substitute vegetable stock and mushrooms if you are looking for a vegetarian alternative. The original recipe also didn’t call for […]
Savory Ramp and Cheddar Muffins
Ingredients:1 tablespoon butterApproximately 1 1/2 cups trimmed and chopped ramps (approximately 1 bunch)1 large egg1/2 cup whole milk1/2 cup chicken stock1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon kosher salt1 teaspoon powdered mustard ( or 1 tablespoon of dijon mustard)1 3/4 cup flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 1/2 cups freshly grated cheddar cheeseInstructions:Preheat oven to […]
Spring Radish Salad
This salad is super easy to make and is a light refreshing salad that adds a splash of color to your meal. This salad tastes best with red radishes that aren’t too spicy. Ingredients:1 bunch of red radishes, about 1 1/2 cups finely chopped1/2 bunch of parsley, about 1/2 cup finely chopped1 tablespoon fresh squeezed […]
Spinach Mushroom and Feta Crustless Quiche
Ingredients:Approximately 1 cup, sliced mushrooms (Oyster or shiitakes would be really tasty)1 clove garlic, minced1- 7 oz bag of spinach4 large eggs2 oz of feta cheese1 cup of milk1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated1/2 cup shredded mozzarellaSalt and pepper to tasteInstructions:Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Add mushrooms, garlic and a pinch of salt and pepper […]
Garlic Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes
Ingredients:4 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon minced garlic4 tablespoons flour4 cups milkSalt and Pepper to taste2 1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/8-inch to 1/4-inch rounds2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese3/4 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)1 tablespoon fresh chivesInstructions:Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with cooking oil; set […]
Creamy Kale and Celeriac
Ingredients:1 celeriac, about 1 pound in size1 red onion, sliced1 clove of garlic, thickly sliced3 sprigs of thyme (leaves only)2 tablespoons of oil, plus a little extra1 bunch of kale4 tablespoons of crème fraîche1 teaspoon english mustardParmesan or other hard, grainy cheese, finely gratedInstructions:Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Remove the rough outer skin from […]
Homemade Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie is one of my favorite desserts and is simple to make. Roasting a pie pumpkin in order to make your own pumpkin puree is easier than you think and is super tasty. Ingredients: 1 medium pie pumpkin Coconut or olive oil 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger […]
Spaghetti Squash with Bacon, Spinach, and Goat Cheese
Ingredients: 1 medium spaghetti squash 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper 6 slices of bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 5-oz bag of spinach 2 ounces of soft goat cheese, crumbled Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a large rimmed baking […]