Kale & Mushroom Soup

Kale & Mushroom Soup

Kale & Mushroom Soup

Kale & Mushroom Soup

Many thanks to Lynda Stadtmueller who sent two recipes to share with all of you this week, she says that the flavor is just a litte smokey with a hint of heat.  1/4 cup olive oil 10 oz button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 1-1/2 tsp smoked paprika Pinch ground cayenne pepper 1 large onion, diced… Read More »

Many thanks to Lynda Stadtmueller who sent two recipes to share with all of you this week, she says that the flavor is just a litte smokey with a hint of heat.  1/4 cup olive oil 10 oz button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 1-1/2 tsp smoked paprika Pinch ground cayenne pepper 1 large onion, diced… Read More »

Kale for Kids (and Grown-ups too!)

Kale for Kids (and Grown-ups too!)

Kale for Kids (and Grown-ups too!)

Kale for Kids (and Grown-ups too!)

Fresh Kale storage: store wrapped in paper towel in a plastic bag in your refrigerator, ideally in your crisper drawer. 1 bunch of kale 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil 1 -2 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet cooking sherry) 1 pinch kosher salt Wash the kale, cut the leaves from the center stem/rib, and chop roughly (the… Read More »

Fresh Kale storage: store wrapped in paper towel in a plastic bag in your refrigerator, ideally in your crisper drawer. 1 bunch of kale 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil 1 -2 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet cooking sherry) 1 pinch kosher salt Wash the kale, cut the leaves from the center stem/rib, and chop roughly (the… Read More »

Kale and Quinoa Patties

Kale and Quinoa Patties

Kale and Quinoa Patties

Kale and Quinoa Patties

Makes 12 Patties 1 cup quinoa 5-6 large kale leaves 4 large eggs, beaten 1/2 cup fat free grated parmesan cheese Small white onion (or about 3 spring onions for milder taste), diced 3 cloves garlic 1 tsp salt 1 tsp cumin 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley (plus more for serving) 1/2 lemon (both… Read More »

Makes 12 Patties 1 cup quinoa 5-6 large kale leaves 4 large eggs, beaten 1/2 cup fat free grated parmesan cheese Small white onion (or about 3 spring onions for milder taste), diced 3 cloves garlic 1 tsp salt 1 tsp cumin 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley (plus more for serving) 1/2 lemon (both… Read More »

Kale, Broccoli and Feta Sauté

Kale, Broccoli and Feta Sauté

Kale, Broccoli and Feta Sauté

Kale, Broccoli and Feta Sauté

3 tablespoons olive oil 4 cups broccoli florets Kosher salt and black pepper 1 medium bunch kale, thick stems removed and leaves torn into bite-size pieces (about 10 cups) 2 ounces Feta, crumbled (1/2 cup) 1/4cup Kalamata olives, pitted and slivered Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.  Add the broccoli and season… Read More »

3 tablespoons olive oil 4 cups broccoli florets Kosher salt and black pepper 1 medium bunch kale, thick stems removed and leaves torn into bite-size pieces (about 10 cups) 2 ounces Feta, crumbled (1/2 cup) 1/4cup Kalamata olives, pitted and slivered Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.  Add the broccoli and season… Read More »

Easy Kale Chips

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Easy Kale Chips

Easy Kale Chips

  Ingredients:  •    1 medium bunch or more of kale •    1-2  tablespoons good olive oil or cooking spray •   kosher salt to taste or use sprinkle of brewers yeast or parmesan cheese for flavoring Directions: 1.    Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 2.    Wash kale leaves and dry very well with a towel or… Read More »

  Ingredients:  •    1 medium bunch or more of kale •    1-2  tablespoons good olive oil or cooking spray •   kosher salt to taste or use sprinkle of brewers yeast or parmesan cheese for flavoring Directions: 1.    Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 2.    Wash kale leaves and dry very well with a towel or… Read More »

Risotto with Bacon and Kale

Risotto with Bacon and Kale

Risotto with Bacon and Kale

Risotto with Bacon and Kale

This recipe was sent by CSA member Patti Calligaro this week.  It has been a great week for sharing! 4 slices bacon, chopped coarsely 1 large onion, chopped 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 cup Arborio rice 3 cups low-salt chicken broth, plus 1/4 to 1/2 cup 3 tablespoons fresh… Read More »

This recipe was sent by CSA member Patti Calligaro this week.  It has been a great week for sharing! 4 slices bacon, chopped coarsely 1 large onion, chopped 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 cup Arborio rice 3 cups low-salt chicken broth, plus 1/4 to 1/2 cup 3 tablespoons fresh… Read More »

Spicy Sausage, Potato & Kale Soup

Spicy Sausage, Potato & Kale Soup

Spicy Sausage, Potato & Kale Soup

Spicy Sausage, Potato & Kale Soup

Yield: 6-8 servings 1 pound spicy Italian sausage chicken or pork) 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more to taste 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional 2 large bunches of kale, stemmed… Read More »

Yield: 6-8 servings 1 pound spicy Italian sausage chicken or pork) 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more to taste 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional 2 large bunches of kale, stemmed… Read More »

Winter Squash Lasagna with Kale, Sage, and Caramelized Onions

Winter Squash Lasagna with Kale, Sage, and Caramelized Onions

Winter Squash Lasagna with Kale, Sage, and Caramelized Onions

Winter Squash Lasagna with Kale, Sage, and Caramelized Onions

Pre-heat your oven to 350 once your sauce, onions, noodles, are prepared For the Béchamel sauce: 2-3 T olive oil 3 T flour 3 c milk 30 or so fresh sage leaves, roughly chopped 1/2 t dried rosemary 2 cloves garlic, minced Warm the oil in a small pan. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk… Read More »

Pre-heat your oven to 350 once your sauce, onions, noodles, are prepared For the Béchamel sauce: 2-3 T olive oil 3 T flour 3 c milk 30 or so fresh sage leaves, roughly chopped 1/2 t dried rosemary 2 cloves garlic, minced Warm the oil in a small pan. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk… Read More »

Raw Kale & Garbanzo Salad with Spicy Citrus Vinaigrette

Raw Kale & Garbanzo Salad with Spicy Citrus Vinaigrette

Raw Kale & Garbanzo Salad with Spicy Citrus Vinaigrette

Raw Kale & Garbanzo Salad with Spicy Citrus Vinaigrette

3 c chopped fresh kale 1 can of garbanzos, drained (or 1.5 c cooked garbanzos, if you’ve cooked your own from dried) 1/2 medium carrot, sliced into thin discs 1/3 c sliced red onions Spicy Citrus Vinaigrette Juice of 2 large oranges 1 T rice vinegar 1 T olive oil 1 t honey Generous pinch… Read More »

3 c chopped fresh kale 1 can of garbanzos, drained (or 1.5 c cooked garbanzos, if you’ve cooked your own from dried) 1/2 medium carrot, sliced into thin discs 1/3 c sliced red onions Spicy Citrus Vinaigrette Juice of 2 large oranges 1 T rice vinegar 1 T olive oil 1 t honey Generous pinch… 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 »

Barley and Lentil Soup with Fresh Kale

Barley, Lentil, Kale Soup

Barley and Lentil Soup with Fresh Kale

Barley and Lentil Soup with Fresh Kale

1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cloves of garlic minced 1 1/2 cups chopped onions 1 1/2 cups chopped peeled carrots 3 stalks celery chopped 10 cups (or more) vegetable broth 2/3 cup pearl barley 1 14 1/2-ounce can crushed tomatoes in juice 2/3 cup dried lentils 4 cups (packed) coarsely chopped Kale (can also use… Read More »

1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cloves of garlic minced 1 1/2 cups chopped onions 1 1/2 cups chopped peeled carrots 3 stalks celery chopped 10 cups (or more) vegetable broth 2/3 cup pearl barley 1 14 1/2-ounce can crushed tomatoes in juice 2/3 cup dried lentils 4 cups (packed) coarsely chopped Kale (can also use… Read More »

Kale Salads

Kale Salads

Kale Salads

Kale Salads

4-6 cups kale, loosely packed, sliced leaves  midribs removed juice of 1 lemon 3-4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, mashed salt & pepper, to taste hot red pepper flakes, to taste 2/3 cup grated Pecorino Toscano cheese or  Asiago or Parmesan 1/2 cup freshly made bread crumbs from lightly toasted bread Instructions: 1.  … Read More »

4-6 cups kale, loosely packed, sliced leaves  midribs removed juice of 1 lemon 3-4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, mashed salt & pepper, to taste hot red pepper flakes, to taste 2/3 cup grated Pecorino Toscano cheese or  Asiago or Parmesan 1/2 cup freshly made bread crumbs from lightly toasted bread Instructions: 1.  … Read More »