Late Summer Plum Cake

Late Summer Plum Cake

Late Summer Plum Cake

Late Summer Plum Cake

Serves 8 1 ½ cups unbleached-flour, plus more for pan 1 t baking powder ½ t kosher salt ¼ t baking soda 8 medium-size fresh lemon verbena leaves or 1/2 t grated lemon zest ½ c (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pan 2/3 c granulated sugar 2 large eggs, room temperature ¾… Read More »

Serves 8 1 ½ cups unbleached-flour, plus more for pan 1 t baking powder ½ t kosher salt ¼ t baking soda 8 medium-size fresh lemon verbena leaves or 1/2 t grated lemon zest ½ c (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pan 2/3 c granulated sugar 2 large eggs, room temperature ¾… Read More »

Cardamom Ginger Zucchini Bread with Streusel Topping

Cardamom Ginger Zucchini Bread with Streusel Topping

Cardamom Ginger Zucchini Bread with Streusel Topping

Cardamom Ginger Zucchini Bread with Streusel Topping

3 fresh eggs 2 cups sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 8 ounces cream cheese 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon cardamom 1 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups shredded zucchini (about one medium) For the Topping: 3/4 cup flour 3/4 cup brown… Read More »

3 fresh eggs 2 cups sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 8 ounces cream cheese 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon cardamom 1 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups shredded zucchini (about one medium) For the Topping: 3/4 cup flour 3/4 cup brown… 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 »

Lamb and Summer Savory Meatballs

Lamb and Summer Savory Meatballs

Lamb and Summer Savory Meatballs

Lamb and Summer Savory Meatballs

1/2 lbs. ground lamb 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 a cup milk 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup scallions (spring onion) greens, chopped 2 cloves garlic, grated (wait till the last minute to do this) 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh summer savory 2 Tbsp. pomegranate molasses 1 egg 1/3 cup of pine nuts Pour the milk onto the… Read More »

1/2 lbs. ground lamb 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 a cup milk 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup scallions (spring onion) greens, chopped 2 cloves garlic, grated (wait till the last minute to do this) 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh summer savory 2 Tbsp. pomegranate molasses 1 egg 1/3 cup of pine nuts Pour the milk onto the… Read More »

Stuffed Sicilian Aubergine

Stuffed Sicilian Aubergine

Stuffed Sicilian Aubergine

Stuffed Sicilian Aubergine

1 large, round Sicilian eggplant 1 cup ground steak 2 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 purple onion, chopped 1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped 4 basil leaves, chopped 1 can diced tomatoes 1/2 tsp sugar Salt and pepper 1/2 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed Olive oil Crumbled feta Fresh basil leaves, snipped Cut the eggplant in… Read More »

1 large, round Sicilian eggplant 1 cup ground steak 2 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 purple onion, chopped 1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped 4 basil leaves, chopped 1 can diced tomatoes 1/2 tsp sugar Salt and pepper 1/2 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed Olive oil Crumbled feta Fresh basil leaves, snipped Cut the eggplant in… Read More »

Spinach Bars

Spinach Bars

Spinach Bars

Spinach Bars

Combine: the following ingredients: 1C flour 1 C Milk 3 eggs ½ t salt ½ t baking soda ½ t baking powder 1 stick softened butter 1 8 oz. shredded cheese (the recipe calls for cheddar, but Swiss works well too) Add about 16 oz. of spinach or other green leafy vegetable.  (These should be… Read More »

Combine: the following ingredients: 1C flour 1 C Milk 3 eggs ½ t salt ½ t baking soda ½ t baking powder 1 stick softened butter 1 8 oz. shredded cheese (the recipe calls for cheddar, but Swiss works well too) Add about 16 oz. of spinach or other green leafy vegetable.  (These should be… Read More »

Strawberry and Frangipane Phyllo Tart

Strawberry and Frangipane Phyllo Tart

Strawberry and Frangipane Phyllo Tart

Strawberry and Frangipane Phyllo Tart

4 T unsalted butter, melted 4 sheets phyllo dough, thawed, if frozen 2/3 cups blanched almonds 1/2 cup sugar, plus extra for phyllo 1 large egg, beaten lightly 1 egg yolk 1/8 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 cup red currant jelly, melted 1 1/2 pints small strawberries, hulled (if large, halve lengthwise) Preheat oven to 375… Read More »

4 T unsalted butter, melted 4 sheets phyllo dough, thawed, if frozen 2/3 cups blanched almonds 1/2 cup sugar, plus extra for phyllo 1 large egg, beaten lightly 1 egg yolk 1/8 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 cup red currant jelly, melted 1 1/2 pints small strawberries, hulled (if large, halve lengthwise) Preheat oven to 375… Read More »

Garlic Scape, Radish and Chicken Stir-fry Recipe

Garlic Scape, Radish and Chicken Stir-fry Recipe

Garlic Scape, Radish and Chicken Stir-fry Recipe

Garlic Scape, Radish and Chicken Stir-fry Recipe

Garlic Scapes cut into 1″ long pieces radishes sliced into thin rounds (save some of the really tender leaves and rip them into small pieces) 2c. Optional –snow peas, sugar snap peas, broccoli or even a stir fry mix boneless pieces of grass-fed chicken ½ to 1 whole bottle of beer 1/4c. Soy sauce 2… Read More »

Garlic Scapes cut into 1″ long pieces radishes sliced into thin rounds (save some of the really tender leaves and rip them into small pieces) 2c. Optional –snow peas, sugar snap peas, broccoli or even a stir fry mix boneless pieces of grass-fed chicken ½ to 1 whole bottle of beer 1/4c. Soy sauce 2… Read More »

Spinach, Bacon and Mushroom Quiche

Spinach, Bacon and Mushroom Quiche

Spinach, Bacon and Mushroom Quiche

Spinach, Bacon and Mushroom Quiche

Many Thanks to Anne Buggy for this recipe that is low carb and uses multiple items in the share! 4 large eggs, lightly whisked 3/4 c cream 3/4 c water 2 Tablespoons melted butter 1 Tablespoon flour Spinach, 1 bunch, cooked and drained 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 3 Tablespoons sour cream 1/2 c… Read More »

Many Thanks to Anne Buggy for this recipe that is low carb and uses multiple items in the share! 4 large eggs, lightly whisked 3/4 c cream 3/4 c water 2 Tablespoons melted butter 1 Tablespoon flour Spinach, 1 bunch, cooked and drained 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 3 Tablespoons sour cream 1/2 c… Read More »

Strawberry Pistachio and Goat Cheese Pizza

Strawberry Pistachio and Goat Cheese Pizza

Strawberry Pistachio and Goat Cheese Pizza

Strawberry Pistachio and Goat Cheese Pizza

1 (12-ounce) prebaked pizza crust 1/3 cup (3 ounces) crumbled goat cheese 1 cup sliced strawberries 1 cup trimmed watercress or arugula 1/2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Dash of salt Dash of freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shaved fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 3 tablespoons shelled dry-roasted pistachios, chopped… Read More »

1 (12-ounce) prebaked pizza crust 1/3 cup (3 ounces) crumbled goat cheese 1 cup sliced strawberries 1 cup trimmed watercress or arugula 1/2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Dash of salt Dash of freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shaved fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 3 tablespoons shelled dry-roasted pistachios, chopped… Read More »

Savory Mushroom Turnovers

Savory Mushroom Turnovers

Savory Mushroom Turnovers

Savory Mushroom Turnovers

Servings: Makes 8 turnovers 2 tablespoons butter 1 shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons) 1 pound button or Cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced 1/3 cup dry sherry or white wine 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme Salt and pepper 6 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated 1 recipe Quick Puff Pastry 1 egg, beaten 1. In a large skillet, melt… Read More »

Servings: Makes 8 turnovers 2 tablespoons butter 1 shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons) 1 pound button or Cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced 1/3 cup dry sherry or white wine 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme Salt and pepper 6 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated 1 recipe Quick Puff Pastry 1 egg, beaten 1. In a large skillet, melt… Read More »

Fresh Spinach Meatballs

Fresh Spinach Meatballs

Fresh Spinach Meatballs

Fresh Spinach Meatballs

1 bunch fresh spinach, stems removed, cleaned dried and chopped 2 ½ pounds ground turkey breast, or beef or pork, beef and veal or lamb ½ c medium onion, finely minced, 3-4 large garlic cloves minced 1 large egg 1/3 cup milk 2/3 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to… Read More »

1 bunch fresh spinach, stems removed, cleaned dried and chopped 2 ½ pounds ground turkey breast, or beef or pork, beef and veal or lamb ½ c medium onion, finely minced, 3-4 large garlic cloves minced 1 large egg 1/3 cup milk 2/3 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to… Read More »