INGREDIENTS: 3/4 to 1 lb. mushrooms 1/2 medium yellow onion 1 potato, shredded 1 carrot, shredded 1/2 cup barley, rinsed 1 1/2 quarts chicken broth 1 cup half and half 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped Salt and pepper, to taste Splash of dry sherry, to taste (optional) METHOD: Clean and chop mushrooms....Read More

INGREDIENTS: For the Greens: Mixed baby greens (or any mix of kale, collard, and/or chard)   Leeks or red onions (no substitutions, as these are what give the dish a little sweetness) Garlic Shiitake mushrooms Olive oil Lemon Salt and pepper METHOD: In a large sauté pan over medium heat, warm enough olive oil to...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup rice wine vinegar 1/3 cup green onions, chopped 1/3 cup cilantro 1 teaspoon cracked black peppercorns 2 jalapeno peppers, seeds removed METHOD: Pour 1/2 cup vinegar into a food processor or blender with all other ingredients and blend until they are finely chopped. Add the rest of the vinegar. Store in refrigerator...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 8 zucchini blossoms with baby zucchini attached (female blossoms) 8 teaspoons soft goat cheese, feta or ricotta 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons shallot, minced 1 cup tomato, finely chopped Salt and pepper to taste A few leaves shredded basil (optional) METHOD: Gently open the zucchini blossoms and place a teaspoon of cheese in each...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 tablespoons minute tapioca 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup sugar 2 cups dried apricots, cooked and drained (reserve water) 1 cup hot apricot juice (reserved from cooked apricots above) 1 unbaked pastry shell and pastry for lattice top 1 small can (1 cup) crushed pineapple (optional) METHOD: Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine tapioca,...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 4 rib pork chops All-purpose flour for dredging Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup red wine 2 1/2 cups blueberries 1/2 cup mild honey (sage or star thistle) METHOD: Preheat the oven to 400° F. Dredge the pork chops in the flour and season to taste....Read More

INGREDIENTS: 4 to 5 nectarines 1 cup water 6 eggs 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 2 1/3 cups ground almonds 1 heaping teaspoon baking powder METHOD: Preheat the oven to 375˚F. Butter and line an 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Set aside Place the nectarines in a casserole dish with 1 cup of...Read More