For this salad, it’s best to use a softer lettuce such as a butter lettuce or green or red leaf. It works better with the blueberries, as something crunchier, like romaine, might overwhelm the berries texture and flavor. A little arugula would work well, but go lightly or the sharpness could drown out the other...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 1/4 pints fresh very ripe blackberries 3/4 cup sugar, or to taste Juice of one lemon METHOD: Remove leaves and stems, and rinse quickly in a colander and drain well. Too much residual water will make the sauce runny and dilute. Add the berries and sugar to a food processor and puree. Taste...Read More
This dressing goes with many salads, but works quite well with salads that include blueberries. It’s also a good finishing sauce for grilled pork or chicken. INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon minced shallot Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste 3/4 cup grapeseed oil, or other neutral flavored oil...Read More
This makes a salad dressing with greens, blueberries, almonds, and mozzarella, but works well with cold shrimp or chicken, or a salad of sliced radishes and green onions, or slaws. INGREDIENTS: 3 tablespoons orange juice (fresh preferred, peel reserved) 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1/2 cup whipping cream Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon...Read More
This tart can work as a starter or the main course. It even works as a dessert, served with ice cream or sorbet. The recipe is flexible owing to the fact that you can cut the pastry bases to any size you wish. Use a cookie cutter to form many small tarts for a party,...Read More
A delicious egg and dairy-free version of one of our favorite chai ice creams — enjoy! INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons chai spices (Kashmiri or Malabar spice blends work best — see below)* 1 cup water 2 cans (28 ounces) full-fat coconut milk, shaken well 3/4 cup honey (or maple syrup for the vegan version) 1 teaspoon...Read More
Grilling is a great way to impart a slightly smoky layer of flavor that enhances these mild and slightly sweet peppers. These grilled mild peppers make a fantastic starter for a party. INGREDIENTS: 1 pound Padrón peppers, washed and thoroughly dried 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Coarse sea salt, such as Fleur de Sel...Read More
Korean and Japanese cooks often top sliced tofu with a sautéed mushroom medley. The main differences are that Koreans panfry the tofu first, and they garnish the dish with yangnyumjang, a spicy sesame and soy sauce. The Japanese approach is to warm the tofu and then crown it with the hot mushrooms, which have...Read More
