Seasonal Brussels Sprout Salad

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Seasonal Brussels Sprout Salad

Seasonal Brussels Sprout Salad

1 stalk or container of Brussels Sprouts 1 Bunch of Red Beet Roots (Roasted) Recipe below Pink Lady apples Ricotta Cheese Sour Cream Pepitas Olive oil Blanch the Brussels Sprouts in salted boiling water for 2 minutes and drain and plunge into an ice water bath to stop cooking. Allow to cool and move to… Read More »

1 stalk or container of Brussels Sprouts 1 Bunch of Red Beet Roots (Roasted) Recipe below Pink Lady apples Ricotta Cheese Sour Cream Pepitas Olive oil Blanch the Brussels Sprouts in salted boiling water for 2 minutes and drain and plunge into an ice water bath to stop cooking. Allow to cool and move to… Read More »

Pepper Cabbage

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Pepper Cabbage

Pepper Cabbage

1 head green cabbage (about 1 pound), cored and finely chopped 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon celery seed 1/2 cup cool water 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt Finely chop the cabbage and green bell pepper, then combine… Read More »

1 head green cabbage (about 1 pound), cored and finely chopped 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon celery seed 1/2 cup cool water 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt Finely chop the cabbage and green bell pepper, then combine… Read More »

Best Carrot Cake

Best Carrot Cake

Best Carrot Cake

Best Carrot Cake

2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 3 large eggs 2 cups sugar 3/4 cup vegetable oil 3/4 cup buttermilk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups grated carrot 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained 1 (3 1/2-ounce) can flaked coconut (optional) 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts… Read More »

2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 3 large eggs 2 cups sugar 3/4 cup vegetable oil 3/4 cup buttermilk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups grated carrot 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained 1 (3 1/2-ounce) can flaked coconut (optional) 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts… Read More »

Green Smoothies

green-smoothie

Green Smoothies

Green Smoothies

Green smoothies are great for breakfast or a snack, as they will provide you with a lasting source of energy. Fruits are a good source of energy but eaten alone will only provide short bursts of energy (they contain lots of sugars, which are quickly metabolized). Because of their high content of veggies, green smoothies… Read More »

Green smoothies are great for breakfast or a snack, as they will provide you with a lasting source of energy. Fruits are a good source of energy but eaten alone will only provide short bursts of energy (they contain lots of sugars, which are quickly metabolized). Because of their high content of veggies, green smoothies… Read More »

Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad

Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad

Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad

Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad

1/2 – 3/4 pound Brussels sprouts, stems removed and shredded (about 3 cups) 3 cups mixed greens 1/2 cup dried cranberries Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds or squash seeds For the Dressing: 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon pure maple syrup 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive… Read More »

1/2 – 3/4 pound Brussels sprouts, stems removed and shredded (about 3 cups) 3 cups mixed greens 1/2 cup dried cranberries Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds or squash seeds For the Dressing: 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon pure maple syrup 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive… Read More »

Batter Dropped Cider Donuts

Batter Dropped Cider Donuts

Batter Dropped Cider Donuts

Batter Dropped Cider Donuts

1 cup of cider, boiled down to 1/4 cup. Let cool. 2 cups flour 1/4 cup sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg 1/3 cup milk 1 egg, slightly beaten Assemble ingredients: Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off. In large bowl combine flour, 1/4… Read More »

1 cup of cider, boiled down to 1/4 cup. Let cool. 2 cups flour 1/4 cup sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg 1/3 cup milk 1 egg, slightly beaten Assemble ingredients: Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off. In large bowl combine flour, 1/4… Read More »

Autumn Harvest Bowl

Autumn Harvest Bowl

Autumn Harvest Bowl

Autumn Harvest Bowl

1 medium butternut squash, peeled diced (4-5 cups) 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets (5 cups) 1 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced 3-4 medium apples, cored and diced 1/3 dried cranberries (sweetened with apple juice, we can use apple cider) 1/4 cup olive oil + 2 tbsp. divided 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds… Read More »

1 medium butternut squash, peeled diced (4-5 cups) 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets (5 cups) 1 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced 3-4 medium apples, cored and diced 1/3 dried cranberries (sweetened with apple juice, we can use apple cider) 1/4 cup olive oil + 2 tbsp. divided 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds… Read More »

Beet and Berry Walnut Salad

Beet and Berry Walnut Salad

Beet and Berry Walnut Salad

Beet and Berry Walnut Salad

Large bowl of mixed salad greens 1 cup of steamed or roasted beets 1 pint fresh strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries 1/2 cup walnut pieces (toasted) 1/2 cup raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese In a large bowl, toss the salad greens top with the beets, berries, walnuts, and raspberry vinaigrette. Top with… Read More »

Large bowl of mixed salad greens 1 cup of steamed or roasted beets 1 pint fresh strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries 1/2 cup walnut pieces (toasted) 1/2 cup raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese In a large bowl, toss the salad greens top with the beets, berries, walnuts, and raspberry vinaigrette. Top with… Read More »

Pickled Eggplant

Pickled Eggplant

Pickled Eggplant

Pickled Eggplant

3 eggplants, peeled and sliced into strips 1 cup onions, sliced thin 1 cup sweet or hot or a mix of red peppers, thin sliced 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup apple cider or white vinegar 2 cups water 4 garlic cloves, sliced or chopped Chopped fresh oregano, basil and parsley 2 cups (or more)… Read More »

3 eggplants, peeled and sliced into strips 1 cup onions, sliced thin 1 cup sweet or hot or a mix of red peppers, thin sliced 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup apple cider or white vinegar 2 cups water 4 garlic cloves, sliced or chopped Chopped fresh oregano, basil and parsley 2 cups (or more)… Read More »

Delicata Squash with Quinoa Salad

Delicata Squash with Quinoa Salad

Delicata Squash with Quinoa Salad

Delicata Squash with Quinoa Salad

Delicata squash (about 1 pound each), halved lengthwise and seeded 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 cup quinoa 2 tablespoons golden raisins 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 1 Granny Smith apple, finely diced 1 large shallot, minced 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons chopped mint 2 tablespoons chopped… Read More »

Delicata squash (about 1 pound each), halved lengthwise and seeded 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 cup quinoa 2 tablespoons golden raisins 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 1 Granny Smith apple, finely diced 1 large shallot, minced 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons chopped mint 2 tablespoons chopped… Read More »

Brisket Tacos with Summer Salsa

Brisket Tacos with Summer Salsa

Brisket Tacos with Summer Salsa

Brisket Tacos with Summer Salsa

Brisket Tacos with Summer Salsa: 2 uncooked bacon slices, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 medium-size white onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 (3- to 3 1/2-lb.) beef brisket, trimmed 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 3 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce 3 tablespoons adobo sauce… Read More »

Brisket Tacos with Summer Salsa: 2 uncooked bacon slices, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 medium-size white onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 (3- to 3 1/2-lb.) beef brisket, trimmed 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 3 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce 3 tablespoons adobo sauce… Read More »

Cucumber Salad with Dill Sour Cream

Cucumber Salad with Dill Sour Cream

Cucumber Salad with Dill Sour Cream

Cucumber Salad with Dill Sour Cream

5 cucumbers (about 2 1/2 pounds)peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced on an angle 1/4 inch thick Salt and pepper 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1 small red onion, thinly sliced In a colander set over a bowl, toss the… Read More »

5 cucumbers (about 2 1/2 pounds)peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced on an angle 1/4 inch thick Salt and pepper 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1 small red onion, thinly sliced In a colander set over a bowl, toss the… Read More »