Ingredients: 5 pounds beets 5 cups apple cider vinegar 2.5 cups water 2.5 cups sugar 1 large onion, cut into 1-inch dice 5 bay leaves 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorn 2 tablespoons dried dill 1 tablespoon whole corriander 1 tablespoon whole red pepper flakes 1 tablespoon whole anise seeds 2 full sprigs fresh rosemary Instructions: […]
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Red Cabbage Soup with Sausage
I made this soup a couple of days ago, and it has become one of my favorites. It is creamy and comforting, especially when it is cold outside. I used spicy Italian sausage to give the soup a little heat, but any skinless sausage will work. If you are vegetarian, oyster mushrooms would be a […]
Roasted Root Vegetables with Fresh Spinach
During the colder months of the year we take advantage of root vegetables that were harvested in the fall. While simply roasting root vegetables is a quick and delicious way to enjoy them, this recipe adds a little something extra. The recipe listed below is just a basic outline, the possibilities are endless with what […]
Mashed Rutabaga with Sour Cream and Dill
Rutabagas can be cooked just like potatoes, either roasted or mashed. This dish below can be a fun substitute for traditional mashed potatoes. Mashed Rutabaga with Sour Cream and Dill Ingredients: 2 to 3 pounds of rutabagas, peeled and chopped into 1 inch chunks salt and pepper to taste 2 teaspoons butter 1/4 cup to […]
Fried Mushrooms
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cayenne 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 1/2 cups warm beer 6 cups vegetable oil 1 pound small domestic mushrooms, stems on, wiped clean Instructions: Combine flout, salt, cayenne, baking powder, and sugar in mixing bowl. Add beer, whisk until smooth, and […]
Wild Rice with Oyster Mushrooms
Ingredients: 1/2 cup wild rice, rinsed and drained 1 1/2 cups chicken broth 3 tablespoons butter 1/2 pound small oyster mushrooms 1/4 cup pine nuts 2 tablespoons chopped chives 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper Instructions: In medium saucepan, bring rice and broth to boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer […]
Oyster Mushrooms Provençal
Ingredients: 1 pound oyster mushrooms, torn into chunks 1/4 cup olive oil 4 garlic gloves, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley Juice from 1/2 lemon Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper Instructions: Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté garlic about 1 minute and add mushrooms Sauté until oil is adsorbed, about […]
Yakitori Chicken with Shitakes
Ingredients: 1/4 cup dry sherry 1/2 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 2 pounds skinless, boneless, chicken breasts 18 green onions, trimmed to 2 inches, including white parts 18 medium shiitake mushrooms Instructions: In a bowl, combine sherry, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and cayenne for […]
Spicy Pickled Shiitakes
The spicy shiitakes make an excellent addition to burgers, stir fry, or just as a snack on their own. Ingredients: 6 cups water 6 tablespoons coarse salt 1 1/2 pounds medium shiitakes, stems trimmed and caps halved 2 cups rice vinegar 4 teaspoons sesame oil 4 garlic cloves, peeled 4 tiny hot dried red peppers […]
Mixed Mushroom Stew
This is a hearty mushroom stew that will keep you warm and fill you up as we head into the winter months! This stew can be made with either beef broth or vegetable broth if you are looking for a vegetarian stew. Ingredients: 2 pounds plum tomatoes 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 pound domestic mushrooms, […]