Zucchini Noodles With Peanut Sauce

admin July 14, 2014

For the dressing: 1/2 cup natural peanut butter 1/2 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon chopped ginger 1 tablespoon sriracha (or less) 1 tablespoon agave 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce For the salad: 1 1/2 lbs. zucchini 1 lb. cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced in half 1/2 lb.… Read More »

Zucchini Fritters with Herb-and-Mozzarella Salad

admin July 14, 2014

1/2 cup finely crumbled cornbread 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons loosely packed lemon zest 1 teaspoon kosher salt 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 large egg, lightly beaten 3 medium zucchini (about 1 1/2 lb.), coarsely shredded 1/2 cup peanut oil 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon drained capers 1 tablespoon… Read More »

Herb Butter

admin September 16, 2013

makes about 1/2 cup (equivalent of 1 stick) 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 1/4 cup finely chopped mixed herbs (such as basil, thyme, sage, parsley, dill, chives, tarragon, oregano, marjoram or rosemary) 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper In a small bowl, combine all ingredients.… Read More »

Tomato-Mozzarella Tart with Basil-Garlic Crust

admin August 19, 2013

I sometimes serve just sliced tomatoes for the purest flavor, other times I love the pairing fresh herbs and cheese with farm fresh tomatoes. For the Basil-Garlic Crust: 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves 1 medium garlic clove 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 8 Tbsp. unsalted butter, chilled and cut in 8… Read More »

Grilled Corn with Herb Butter

admin August 12, 2013

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tender herbs (such as cilantro, chives, and/or flat-leaf parsley) 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Cayenne pepper 8 ears corn, shucked 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Prepare grill for medium-high heat. Mix butter, herbs, salt, pepper, and a… Read More »

Boursin Cheese (Homemade)

admin July 22, 2013

Every year I prepared this cheese with my students as a part of a lesson about herbs. Everyone loved it! Now that we have all of these herbs growing in our gardens it might be the perfect time for you to prepare and serve. • 2 garlic cloves • 8 ounces butter, at room temperature… Read More »

Care of Peas

admin June 17, 2013

When your share has fresh shelling peas: Use them quickly or freeze them. Sugar snap peas and shelling peas make a great snack eaten raw or here are some simple suggestions. Peas don’t have much of a shelf life, so I don’t recommend storing them —in their pods or shelled—for very long. Store pods in… Read More »

Swedish Cream Potatoes

admin October 28, 2012

10 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 1 medium onion finely chopped 2 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream 1/2 tablespoon salt 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh dill or chopped parsley or finely chopped chives or a mixture of herbs Melt the butter in a large pan and sauté the potatoes and onions. Add… Read More »

Herb Preservation

admin September 16, 2012

To oven dry fresh herbs Pull the best leaves from their stems. Wash them, and then dry. Lay one layer of paper towels on a shallow baking sheet. Place the herb leaves on the paper towel in a single layer and avoid overlapping. Cover them with another paper towel and add another layer. Continue to layer… Read More »

Beans and Greens with Herbed Polenta

admin September 9, 2012

Polenta 1 ½ cups coarse yellow cornmeal 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons mixed fresh herbs (rosemary and parsley are especially good) 4 cups hot water Beans and Greens 2 ½ tablespoons olive oil 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic 1 ½ cups chopped onions 3 cups chopped Swiss chard, kale, or spinach, or a combination 1… Read More »

Cucumber Sandwiches

admin July 30, 2012

Something light and cool for a simple snack, appetizer or lunch. 1 8 oz. carton spreadable cream cheese 2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix or a mix of your own fresh herbs 12 slices pumpernickel rye bread or your favorite 2 to 3 medium cucumbers In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and dressing mix.… Read More »

Mashed Cauliflower

admin June 26, 2012

Cauliflower, another cruciferous vegetable is in the same plant family as broccoli, cabbage and kale. Keep the cauliflower in an open plastic bag, stem side down to prevent moisture from pooling on the florets. Wash cauliflower just before serving. Cauliflower should be prepared with in the first 3 days after pick-up. If you are not… Read More »

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