Homemade Herb Cheese

Homemade Herb Cheese

Homemade Herb Cheese

Homemade Herb Cheese

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… Read More »

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… Read More »

Marinated Mushrooms

Marinated Mushrooms

Marinated Mushrooms

Marinated Mushrooms

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… Read More »

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… Read More »

Roasted Carrot Soup

Roasted Carrot Soup

Roasted Carrot Soup

Roasted Carrot Soup

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… Read More »

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… Read More »

Shrimp Tacos with Corn-Tomato Salsa

Shrimp Tacos with Corn-Tomato Salsa

Shrimp Tacos with Corn-Tomato Salsa

Shrimp Tacos with Corn-Tomato Salsa

Ingredients: 3/4 to 1-pound jumbo shrimp of choice 8 corn tortillas 1/4 – ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or cheese of your choice Arugula or shredded lettuce This is a quick, nutritious summer lunch or dinner. Tex-Mex Grilled Sweet Corn & Tomato Salad Recipe: 3-4 ears of fresh corn in husk 1 cup grape tomatoes… Read More »

Ingredients: 3/4 to 1-pound jumbo shrimp of choice 8 corn tortillas 1/4 – ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or cheese of your choice Arugula or shredded lettuce This is a quick, nutritious summer lunch or dinner. Tex-Mex Grilled Sweet Corn & Tomato Salad Recipe: 3-4 ears of fresh corn in husk 1 cup grape tomatoes… Read More »

Spring Greens with Ginger Tomato Dressing

Spring Greens with Ginger Tomato Dressing

Spring Greens with Ginger Tomato Dressing

Spring Greens with Ginger Tomato Dressing

1 large plum tomato, seeds squeezed out, roughly chopped (tomato in share) 1/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 to 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 6 cups washed mixed greens (any combination of romaine, red leaf,… Read More »

1 large plum tomato, seeds squeezed out, roughly chopped (tomato in share) 1/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 to 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 6 cups washed mixed greens (any combination of romaine, red leaf,… Read More »

Celery Toasts

Celery Toasts

Celery Toasts

Celery Toasts

Slices country white Pullman bread, 1/2-inch thick Sweet butter 4 ounces Cambozola triple-cream blue cheese, sliced, divided evenly between two toasts Cambozola is often marketed as blue brie. 1 cup shaved celery, from the inner head, toughest outer stalks removed, thinly sliced on the bias 2 scallions, thinly sliced on bias all the way up… Read More »

Slices country white Pullman bread, 1/2-inch thick Sweet butter 4 ounces Cambozola triple-cream blue cheese, sliced, divided evenly between two toasts Cambozola is often marketed as blue brie. 1 cup shaved celery, from the inner head, toughest outer stalks removed, thinly sliced on the bias 2 scallions, thinly sliced on bias all the way up… Read More »

Bok Choy Radish Slaw

Bok Choy Radish Slaw

Bok Choy Radish Slaw

Bok Choy Radish Slaw

Most people turn to stir-fry for bok choy, which is definitely a delicious option! Bok choy is really versatile, and can also be grilled, braised, and enjoyed raw like in this slaw. Bok choy is a great addition to any salad, it’s mild tasting and the stalks are very crunchy. For this slaw, I separated… Read More »

Most people turn to stir-fry for bok choy, which is definitely a delicious option! Bok choy is really versatile, and can also be grilled, braised, and enjoyed raw like in this slaw. Bok choy is a great addition to any salad, it’s mild tasting and the stalks are very crunchy. For this slaw, I separated… Read More »

Arugula Simple Ideas

Arugula Simple Ideas

Arugula Simple Ideas

Arugula Simple Ideas

Risotto. Another Italian inspired use for mizuna! Stir chopped and cleaned mizuna into a batch of risotto at the end of cooking. It will wilt perfectly. Try pairing with mushrooms for an earthy dish. Stir-fry. Asian greens are of course perfect for stir-fry! Pair with any vegetables in your share, lots of garlic and ginger,… Read More »

Risotto. Another Italian inspired use for mizuna! Stir chopped and cleaned mizuna into a batch of risotto at the end of cooking. It will wilt perfectly. Try pairing with mushrooms for an earthy dish. Stir-fry. Asian greens are of course perfect for stir-fry! Pair with any vegetables in your share, lots of garlic and ginger,… Read More »

Cabbage Recipes

Cabbage Recipes

Cabbage Recipes

Cabbage Recipes

Eat the cruciferous vegetables. They are among the healthiest choices. There has been a considerable amount of research on the cancer-fighting capabilities of these vegetables. They are full of many of the vitamins we need every day and they are loaded with antioxidants.  That of course is great, even better, these vegetables are some of… Read More »

Eat the cruciferous vegetables. They are among the healthiest choices. There has been a considerable amount of research on the cancer-fighting capabilities of these vegetables. They are full of many of the vitamins we need every day and they are loaded with antioxidants.  That of course is great, even better, these vegetables are some of… Read More »

Vegan Cabbage Rolls

Vegan Cabbage Rolls

Vegan Cabbage Rolls

Vegan Cabbage Rolls

Sauce 1 medium onion, chopped pinch baking soda 4 cloves garlic clove, minced 28-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes* 16-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes*, pureed in blender 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon salt* (or to taste) generous grating black pepper 1/4 cup raisins Cabbage and Filling 1 large cabbage 3 cups cooked lentils (from 1… Read More »

Sauce 1 medium onion, chopped pinch baking soda 4 cloves garlic clove, minced 28-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes* 16-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes*, pureed in blender 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon salt* (or to taste) generous grating black pepper 1/4 cup raisins Cabbage and Filling 1 large cabbage 3 cups cooked lentils (from 1… Read More »

Mizuna Simple Ideas

Alstede Fresh Mizuna

Mizuna Simple Ideas

Mizuna Simple Ideas

Salad. Wash and chop the salad into bite size pieces. Mix with lettuce or any greens for salad. Try spinach and arugula, or even by itself. Serve as a bed under a main dish salad Pasta. Even Asian greens can be tossed with pasta and fresh parmesan. Boil noodles of your choice al dente. While… Read More »

Salad. Wash and chop the salad into bite size pieces. Mix with lettuce or any greens for salad. Try spinach and arugula, or even by itself. Serve as a bed under a main dish salad Pasta. Even Asian greens can be tossed with pasta and fresh parmesan. Boil noodles of your choice al dente. While… Read More »

Baked Kohlrabi Fries

Baked Kohlrabi Fries

Baked Kohlrabi Fries

Baked Kohlrabi Fries

Kohlrabi (or German turnip) is actually of the cabbage family and is a good source of fiber, Vitamins C and B6, Copper, Manganese, Magnesium, and Phosphorus. It’s also gluten-free and GAPS and Paleo diet legal. They are called Baby Fries because they’re only a couple inches long. 3-4 kohlrabi bulbs, peeled and chopped into baby-sized… Read More »

Kohlrabi (or German turnip) is actually of the cabbage family and is a good source of fiber, Vitamins C and B6, Copper, Manganese, Magnesium, and Phosphorus. It’s also gluten-free and GAPS and Paleo diet legal. They are called Baby Fries because they’re only a couple inches long. 3-4 kohlrabi bulbs, peeled and chopped into baby-sized… Read More »