Spaghetti Stuffed Eggplant Rollups {Involtini di Melanzane}

Spaghetti Stuffed Eggplant Rollups {Involtini di Melanzane}

Spaghetti Stuffed Eggplant Rollups {Involtini di Melanzane}

Spaghetti Stuffed Eggplant Rollups {Involtini di Melanzane}

Yield: Serves 6 – 10 Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins Ingredients: Tomato Sauce: 5 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1 Small Onion, Finely Diced 3 Garlic Cloves, Minced 3 Cans (14 Ounces) Finely Chopped Tomatoes (I Prefer Mutti Brand) 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Fresh Basil Salt & Pepper To Taste 1/2 Teaspoon… Read More »

Yield: Serves 6 – 10 Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins Ingredients: Tomato Sauce: 5 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1 Small Onion, Finely Diced 3 Garlic Cloves, Minced 3 Cans (14 Ounces) Finely Chopped Tomatoes (I Prefer Mutti Brand) 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Fresh Basil Salt & Pepper To Taste 1/2 Teaspoon… Read More »

Grilled Carrots with Lemon and Dill

Grilled Carrots with Lemon and Dill

Grilled Carrots with Lemon and Dill

Grilled Carrots with Lemon and Dill

Serves 2-4 1 bunch (about 1 pound) carrots, scrubbed and patted dry 2 teaspoons grapeseed oil or other high-heat oil 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1 tablespoon dill, minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Trim tops and any fibrous ends from the carrots and cut crosswise into pieces approximately 3… Read More »

Serves 2-4 1 bunch (about 1 pound) carrots, scrubbed and patted dry 2 teaspoons grapeseed oil or other high-heat oil 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1 tablespoon dill, minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Trim tops and any fibrous ends from the carrots and cut crosswise into pieces approximately 3… Read More »

Seco De Carne (cilantro beef stew)

Seco De Carne (cilantro beef stew)

Seco De Carne (cilantro beef stew)

Seco De Carne (cilantro beef stew)

This week I heard from Maria Bermudez.  This recipe is like the one her grandmother prepared. Serves: 4 1/2  cup vegetable oil 1 1/2  pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut in 2×2 inch pieces 1 chopped red onion 2 chopped garlic cloves 1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste 3 cups cilantro leaves 2 cups spinach 2… Read More »

This week I heard from Maria Bermudez.  This recipe is like the one her grandmother prepared. Serves: 4 1/2  cup vegetable oil 1 1/2  pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut in 2×2 inch pieces 1 chopped red onion 2 chopped garlic cloves 1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste 3 cups cilantro leaves 2 cups spinach 2… Read More »

Rhubarb Bread

Rhubarb Bread

Rhubarb Bread

Rhubarb Bread

1 c buttermilk 1 t vanilla 1 ½ c brown sugar 2/3 cup of oil 1 egg 2 ½ c flour 1 t salt 1 t baking soda 1 ½ cups of chopped rhubarb ½ cup or more chopped walnuts ¼ c brown sugar ½ t cinnamon 1 T butter melted Preheat oven to 325… Read More »

1 c buttermilk 1 t vanilla 1 ½ c brown sugar 2/3 cup of oil 1 egg 2 ½ c flour 1 t salt 1 t baking soda 1 ½ cups of chopped rhubarb ½ cup or more chopped walnuts ¼ c brown sugar ½ t cinnamon 1 T butter melted Preheat oven to 325… Read More »

Calabrese Mustard Greens

Calabrese Mustard Greens

Calabrese Mustard Greens

Calabrese Mustard Greens

6 pounds mustard greens, or chicory, stems discarded 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 5 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar Preparation: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add half… Read More »

6 pounds mustard greens, or chicory, stems discarded 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 5 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar Preparation: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add half… Read More »

Asparagus Parmesan Chips

Asparagus Parmesan Chips

Asparagus Parmesan Chips

Asparagus Parmesan Chips

Serves 4 to 6 1 cup Parmesan grated 4 to 6 medium stalks of asparagus, woody end removed Fresh-ground black pepper Preheat the oven to 375°F. Use a food processor or the smallest holes on a box grater (see Recipe Notes) to shred the asparagus. Transfer to paper towels and firmly squeeze to remove as… Read More »

Serves 4 to 6 1 cup Parmesan grated 4 to 6 medium stalks of asparagus, woody end removed Fresh-ground black pepper Preheat the oven to 375°F. Use a food processor or the smallest holes on a box grater (see Recipe Notes) to shred the asparagus. Transfer to paper towels and firmly squeeze to remove as… Read More »

Creamed Spinach

Creamed Spinach

Creamed Spinach

Creamed Spinach

Many thanks to CSA member Rebecca Braun who shares this recipe with us this week. 1/2 cup fat-free milk 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour Cooking spray 1 cup thinly sliced leek (about 1 large) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry 1/4 cup (2 ounces) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese… Read More »

Many thanks to CSA member Rebecca Braun who shares this recipe with us this week. 1/2 cup fat-free milk 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour Cooking spray 1 cup thinly sliced leek (about 1 large) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry 1/4 cup (2 ounces) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese… Read More »

Creamy Asparagus and Leek Soup

Creamy Asparagus and Leek Soup

Creamy Asparagus and Leek Soup

Creamy Asparagus and Leek Soup

Many thanks to Dana Lloyd who sent this recipe to share with all of you this week! 1 large leek ½ bunch of asparagus 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 1 bay leaf Sprig of thyme Chopped chives 1 cup coconut milk (boxed and unsweetened, but you can also use canned coconut milk, thinned with… Read More »

Many thanks to Dana Lloyd who sent this recipe to share with all of you this week! 1 large leek ½ bunch of asparagus 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 1 bay leaf Sprig of thyme Chopped chives 1 cup coconut milk (boxed and unsweetened, but you can also use canned coconut milk, thinned with… Read More »

Butternut Squash and Greens Kuku

Butternut Squash and Greens Kuku

Butternut Squash and Greens Kuku

Butternut Squash and Greens Kuku

Sending a thank you to Gail Fraser for sending this recipe to share this week.  Kuku is a traditional Iranian egg dish made with more greens than a frittata. Serve warm or at room temperature. 1 Tbs. olive oil, divided 8 oz. butternut squash, cut into ½-inch cubes (2 cups) 1 medium leek, thinly sliced… Read More »

Sending a thank you to Gail Fraser for sending this recipe to share this week.  Kuku is a traditional Iranian egg dish made with more greens than a frittata. Serve warm or at room temperature. 1 Tbs. olive oil, divided 8 oz. butternut squash, cut into ½-inch cubes (2 cups) 1 medium leek, thinly sliced… Read More »

Lemon-Oregano Salmon and Leek Parsnip Pasta

Lemon-Oregano Salmon and Leek Parsnip Pasta

Lemon-Oregano Salmon and Leek Parsnip Pasta

Lemon-Oregano Salmon and Leek Parsnip Pasta

Many thanks to CSA member Rebecca Braun for sharing this recipe with us. 4oz skinless salmon filet Extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle (optional) 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 pinch dried oregano flakes Salt and pepper, to taste 2 medium parsnips 1 leek stalk 1 small garlic clove 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive… Read More »

Many thanks to CSA member Rebecca Braun for sharing this recipe with us. 4oz skinless salmon filet Extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle (optional) 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 pinch dried oregano flakes Salt and pepper, to taste 2 medium parsnips 1 leek stalk 1 small garlic clove 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive… Read More »

Spinach Quinoa Pilaf

Spinach Quinoa Pilaf

Spinach Quinoa Pilaf

Spinach Quinoa Pilaf

This recipe will use the spinach from the share.  It can also be adapted to include the shallot and the leek, replacing the onion and garlic. 1 T olive oil 1 onion chopped 1 garlic clove minced 1 cup quinoa 1 ¼ c water 1-2 bunches cleaned spinach 1 T lemon zest Salt and pepper… Read More »

This recipe will use the spinach from the share.  It can also be adapted to include the shallot and the leek, replacing the onion and garlic. 1 T olive oil 1 onion chopped 1 garlic clove minced 1 cup quinoa 1 ¼ c water 1-2 bunches cleaned spinach 1 T lemon zest Salt and pepper… Read More »

Leek and Walnut Bread

Leek and Walnut Bread

Leek and Walnut Bread

Leek and Walnut Bread

3/4 teaspoon active dry yeast Biga (recipe follows), at room temperature About 5 cups bread flour 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour 3 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 cups (about 6 oz.) chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only) 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (about 4 oz.) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves About 1/4 cup cornmeal… Read More »

3/4 teaspoon active dry yeast Biga (recipe follows), at room temperature About 5 cups bread flour 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour 3 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 cups (about 6 oz.) chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only) 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (about 4 oz.) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves About 1/4 cup cornmeal… Read More »