Crisp Bacon, Pan-Seared Scallops on a Bed of Tat Soi

Crisp Bacon, Pan-Seared Scallops on a Bed of Tat Soi

Crisp Bacon, Pan-Seared Scallops on a Bed of Tat Soi

Crisp Bacon, Pan-Seared Scallops on a Bed of Tat Soi

4 each sea scallops 2 slices bacon 1 clove garlic minced      1 each shallots minced 4 cups mixed salad greens such as tatsoi, or spinach      2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar ¼ teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground      Cut the bacon into ¼ inch strips for quick cooking. Cook… Read More »

4 each sea scallops 2 slices bacon 1 clove garlic minced      1 each shallots minced 4 cups mixed salad greens such as tatsoi, or spinach      2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar ¼ teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground      Cut the bacon into ¼ inch strips for quick cooking. Cook… Read More »

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

2 cups chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 garlic cloves 2 pickled jalapeño pepper slices 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes 1/4 cup chopped celery 2 (15… Read More »

2 cups chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 garlic cloves 2 pickled jalapeño pepper slices 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes 1/4 cup chopped celery 2 (15… Read More »

Smashed Red Potatoes with Basil & Parmesan

Smashed Red Potatoes with Basil & Parmesan

Smashed Red Potatoes with Basil & Parmesan

Smashed Red Potatoes with Basil & Parmesan

2 lb. medium or large red potatoes (about 5 medium), scrubbed and cut into large chunks, 1-1/2 to 2 inches Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaves 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano Put the potatoes and 1 tsp. salt… Read More »

2 lb. medium or large red potatoes (about 5 medium), scrubbed and cut into large chunks, 1-1/2 to 2 inches Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaves 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano Put the potatoes and 1 tsp. salt… Read More »

Slow Cooker Cider-Braised Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Cider-Braised Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Cider-Braised Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Cider-Braised Pot Roast

Many thanks to Beverly Hansen for sharing this recipe this week.  The apple cider in the share can be used in this main dish and she used a daikon radish in place of the parsnip. 1 c. apple cider 3 tbsp. tomato paste 2 tbsp. flour 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Kosher salt Pepper 3 medium… Read More »

Many thanks to Beverly Hansen for sharing this recipe this week.  The apple cider in the share can be used in this main dish and she used a daikon radish in place of the parsnip. 1 c. apple cider 3 tbsp. tomato paste 2 tbsp. flour 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Kosher salt Pepper 3 medium… Read More »

Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Mushrooms and Spinach

Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Mushrooms and Spinach

Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Mushrooms and Spinach

Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Mushrooms and Spinach

1 (3.5-pound) spaghetti squash 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 2 slices center-cut bacon, chopped 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1.5 cups chopped onion 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 Poblano pepper 8 ounces sliced Crimini mushrooms 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning… Read More »

1 (3.5-pound) spaghetti squash 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 2 slices center-cut bacon, chopped 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1.5 cups chopped onion 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 Poblano pepper 8 ounces sliced Crimini mushrooms 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning… Read More »

Four Cheese Broccoli Pizza

Four Cheese Broccoli Pizza

Four Cheese Broccoli Pizza

Four Cheese Broccoli Pizza

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 lb. pizza dough 1⁄4 cup grated parmesan cheese 3⁄4 lb. provolone cheese, sliced (mild) 12 ounces broccoli florets steamed 1⁄3 cup ricotta cheese Garlic Powder Salt Roll out dough. Coat pizza pan with the olive oil and spread out rolled dough evenly to all edges of pan. Sprinkle… Read More »

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 lb. pizza dough 1⁄4 cup grated parmesan cheese 3⁄4 lb. provolone cheese, sliced (mild) 12 ounces broccoli florets steamed 1⁄3 cup ricotta cheese Garlic Powder Salt Roll out dough. Coat pizza pan with the olive oil and spread out rolled dough evenly to all edges of pan. Sprinkle… Read More »

Eggplant and Sausage Lasagna

Eggplant and Sausage Lasagna

Eggplant and Sausage Lasagna

Eggplant and Sausage Lasagna

Many thanks to CSA member Colleen Prasser who is sharing this recipe! 2 eggplants, sliced lengthwise into ¼” slices * 2 tbsp. salt 2 tbsp. olive oil For the sauce: 1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp garlic powder 1… Read More »

Many thanks to CSA member Colleen Prasser who is sharing this recipe! 2 eggplants, sliced lengthwise into ¼” slices * 2 tbsp. salt 2 tbsp. olive oil For the sauce: 1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp garlic powder 1… Read More »

Eggplant Sauté with Shallots, Basil and Oregano

Eggplant Sauté with Shallots, Basil and Oregano

Eggplant Sauté with Shallots, Basil and Oregano

Eggplant Sauté with Shallots, Basil and Oregano

2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoon crushed garlic 1 shallot, diced 4 cups cubed eggplant (1 inch cubes) salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon freshly chopped oregano 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese Heat olive oil in a 10″ skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and shallot… Read More »

2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoon crushed garlic 1 shallot, diced 4 cups cubed eggplant (1 inch cubes) salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon freshly chopped oregano 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese Heat olive oil in a 10″ skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and shallot… Read More »

Zucchini Pancakes

Zucchini Pancakes

Zucchini Pancakes

Zucchini Pancakes

Many thanks to Kim De Maria CSA member who sent this recipe to me this week. 2 cups grated zucchini, not peeled and squeezed dry with a paper towel ¼ tsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. minced garlic ½ cup chopped yellow onion ½ tsp. salt ¼ tsp. pepper ⅛ tsp. cayenne pepper 1    egg ½… Read More »

Many thanks to Kim De Maria CSA member who sent this recipe to me this week. 2 cups grated zucchini, not peeled and squeezed dry with a paper towel ¼ tsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. minced garlic ½ cup chopped yellow onion ½ tsp. salt ¼ tsp. pepper ⅛ tsp. cayenne pepper 1    egg ½… Read More »

Pasta with Tomatoes, Green Beans & Feta

Pasta with Tomatoes, Green Beans & Feta

Pasta with Tomatoes, Green Beans & Feta

Pasta with Tomatoes, Green Beans & Feta

1 1⁄2 lbs. ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced 2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste, plus 1 tablespoon salt, for pasta water 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil, to taste 1 -2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar, to taste (optional) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1… Read More »

1 1⁄2 lbs. ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced 2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste, plus 1 tablespoon salt, for pasta water 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil, to taste 1 -2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar, to taste (optional) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1… Read More »

Gazpacho

Gazpacho

Gazpacho

Gazpacho

Is a Spanish recipe, so it is not too spicy.  It is a cold soup, almost like a salad in a cup.  Allow to chill so that the vegetables will be crisp and, the flavors will develop. 6 ripe peeled and chopped tomatoes 1 purple onion finely chopped 1 cucumber peeled cut in 1/2lengthwise and… Read More »

Is a Spanish recipe, so it is not too spicy.  It is a cold soup, almost like a salad in a cup.  Allow to chill so that the vegetables will be crisp and, the flavors will develop. 6 ripe peeled and chopped tomatoes 1 purple onion finely chopped 1 cucumber peeled cut in 1/2lengthwise and… Read More »

Pickled Carrots

Pickled Carrots

Pickled Carrots

Pickled Carrots

An alternative to freezing or canning, making pickles is a great way to maximize an abundance of vegetables. I’ve used carrots in this recipe, but beets, sugar snap peas, pearl onions, cucumbers or even bell peppers are delicious as pickles. This recipe is for refrigerator pickles, which will keep up to 1 month in a… Read More »

An alternative to freezing or canning, making pickles is a great way to maximize an abundance of vegetables. I’ve used carrots in this recipe, but beets, sugar snap peas, pearl onions, cucumbers or even bell peppers are delicious as pickles. This recipe is for refrigerator pickles, which will keep up to 1 month in a… Read More »