Red Bell Pepper Coulis

Red Bell Pepper Coulis

Red Bell Pepper Coulis

Red Bell Pepper Coulis

A couple of weeks ago I spoke about Red Pepper Coulis and I did not print a recipe. 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped 2 shallots, chopped 1/2 cup white wine 1/2 cup chicken broth 2-3 T cup cream or sour cream Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium… Read More »

A couple of weeks ago I spoke about Red Pepper Coulis and I did not print a recipe. 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped 2 shallots, chopped 1/2 cup white wine 1/2 cup chicken broth 2-3 T cup cream or sour cream Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium… Read More »

Chili Pepper Plant

Chili Pepper Plant

Chili Pepper Plant

Chili Pepper Plant

Some of you may see a Chili pepper plant in your shares. They are one of the favorites here at the farm and one of my fondest memories when I think of my grandmother. I am including a section from the CSA Produce Guide so that you will have the information you need readily available.… Read More »

Some of you may see a Chili pepper plant in your shares. They are one of the favorites here at the farm and one of my fondest memories when I think of my grandmother. I am including a section from the CSA Produce Guide so that you will have the information you need readily available.… Read More »

Stacked Tomato and Burrata Salad

Stacked Tomato and Burrata Salad

Stacked Tomato and Burrata Salad

Stacked Tomato and Burrata Salad

1 vine-ripened tomato, cored and cut into 1/2-inch slices flaked sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/4 cup burrata cheese, or more to taste 1 tablespoon torn fresh basil leaves, or to taste 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Place bottom tomato slice onto a plate and season with sea salt and black… Read More »

1 vine-ripened tomato, cored and cut into 1/2-inch slices flaked sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/4 cup burrata cheese, or more to taste 1 tablespoon torn fresh basil leaves, or to taste 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Place bottom tomato slice onto a plate and season with sea salt and black… Read More »

Sofrito

Sofrito

Sofrito

Sofrito

Version 1: 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 3 cups finely chopped onion 3 cups finely chopped red and green bell peppers (1 1/2 cups each) 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Heat  oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add… Read More »

Version 1: 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 3 cups finely chopped onion 3 cups finely chopped red and green bell peppers (1 1/2 cups each) 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Heat  oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add… Read More »

Garlic Chicken Adobo

Garlic Chicken Adobo

Garlic Chicken Adobo

Garlic Chicken Adobo

4 lbs. of chicken breast. 12 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced in half. 1/3 cup of vinegar. ½ cup of soy sauce. ½ cup of water or broth Coarse ground black pepper, to taste. Brown the chicken in a large skillet; then drain off the fat. Add the garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, water and pepper.… Read More »

4 lbs. of chicken breast. 12 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced in half. 1/3 cup of vinegar. ½ cup of soy sauce. ½ cup of water or broth Coarse ground black pepper, to taste. Brown the chicken in a large skillet; then drain off the fat. Add the garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, water and pepper.… Read More »

Grilled Zucchini Caprese Sandwiches

Grilled Zucchini Caprese Sandwiches

Grilled Zucchini Caprese Sandwiches

Grilled Zucchini Caprese Sandwiches

1 medium zucchini, trimmed and cut lengthwise into 6 slices 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 garlic clove, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 4 (2-ounce) ciabatta rolls, split and toasted 8 large fresh basil leaves 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese,… Read More »

1 medium zucchini, trimmed and cut lengthwise into 6 slices 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 garlic clove, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 4 (2-ounce) ciabatta rolls, split and toasted 8 large fresh basil leaves 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese,… Read More »

Spicy Asian Cucumbers

Spicy Asian Cucumbers

Spicy Asian Cucumbers

Spicy Asian Cucumbers

3 large cucumbers – sliced lengthwise, seeds scooped out, and cut into 1/2-inch thick half rounds 2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon white sugar 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 teaspoons rice vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil 1 teaspoon hot chili oil 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes   Place cucumbers… Read More »

3 large cucumbers – sliced lengthwise, seeds scooped out, and cut into 1/2-inch thick half rounds 2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon white sugar 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 teaspoons rice vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil 1 teaspoon hot chili oil 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes   Place cucumbers… Read More »

Fourth of July Berry Desserts

Fourth of July Berry Desserts

Fourth of July Berry Desserts

Fourth of July Berry Desserts

Here are some creative ideas for your July 4th celebration! Star Spangled Fruit Kebobs From:  simplegirlathome.blogspot.com American Flag Fruit Skewers From:  myturnforus.com Red, White and Blue Strawberry Shortcake 1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 pint blueberries, rinsed and drained 2 pints fresh strawberries, rinsed and… Read More »

Here are some creative ideas for your July 4th celebration! Star Spangled Fruit Kebobs From:  simplegirlathome.blogspot.com American Flag Fruit Skewers From:  myturnforus.com Red, White and Blue Strawberry Shortcake 1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 pint blueberries, rinsed and drained 2 pints fresh strawberries, rinsed and… Read More »

Crock Pot Strawberry Jam

Crock Pot Strawberry Jam

Crock Pot Strawberry Jam

Crock Pot Strawberry Jam

For a couple of weeks now I have been working on a recipe for Strawberry Jam in a Crock Pot. This one is prepared without commercial pectin.  The first batch turned into the best strawberry sauce ever.  The second batch, great strawberry  jam is almost gone already! Crock Pot Strawberry Jam: 2 Quarts of strawberries,… Read More »

For a couple of weeks now I have been working on a recipe for Strawberry Jam in a Crock Pot. This one is prepared without commercial pectin.  The first batch turned into the best strawberry sauce ever.  The second batch, great strawberry  jam is almost gone already! Crock Pot Strawberry Jam: 2 Quarts of strawberries,… Read More »

Dijon Chicken Stew with Potatoes and Kale

Dijon Chicken Stew with Potatoes and Kale

Dijon Chicken Stew with Potatoes and Kale

Dijon Chicken Stew with Potatoes and Kale

4 teaspoons olive oil, divided, more if needed 2 cups sliced leek 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (about 1 1/2 ounces) 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided… Read More »

4 teaspoons olive oil, divided, more if needed 2 cups sliced leek 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (about 1 1/2 ounces) 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided… Read More »

Mascarpone Chive Mashed Potatoes

Mascarpone Chive Mashed Potatoes

Mascarpone Chive Mashed Potatoes

Mascarpone Chive Mashed Potatoes

1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut in chunks 4 dried bay leaves Kosher salt 2 1/4 cups milk 12 ounces mascarpone cheese 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 1 bunch chives (1-in. diameter), snipped Simmer potatoes with bay leaves in a large pot of salted water until falling apart when poked, 20 to 25 minutes. Meanwhile,… Read More »

1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut in chunks 4 dried bay leaves Kosher salt 2 1/4 cups milk 12 ounces mascarpone cheese 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 1 bunch chives (1-in. diameter), snipped Simmer potatoes with bay leaves in a large pot of salted water until falling apart when poked, 20 to 25 minutes. Meanwhile,… Read More »

White Bean Soup with Quinoa, Spinach, and Shiitakes

White Bean Soup with Quinoa, Spinach, and Shiitakes

White Bean Soup with Quinoa, Spinach, and Shiitakes

White Bean Soup with Quinoa, Spinach, and Shiitakes

Servings: 6 1 pound dry cannellini beans 1 tablespoon canola oil 1/3 pound shitake mushrooms, stemmed and sliced 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil 1 large onion, leek, or other slicing allium, sliced into thin rings 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional) 2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary 1/2 cup quinoa 10 ounces washed fresh spinach,… Read More »

Servings: 6 1 pound dry cannellini beans 1 tablespoon canola oil 1/3 pound shitake mushrooms, stemmed and sliced 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil 1 large onion, leek, or other slicing allium, sliced into thin rings 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional) 2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary 1/2 cup quinoa 10 ounces washed fresh spinach,… Read More »