This treasured Shelly Family Rhubarb Pie comes from the family of Catherine Barr, Executive Director of the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets. Passed down through generations, it’s a recipe that captures the warmth and nostalgia of home baking — a perfect balance of tart, juicy rhubarb wrapped in a buttery, flaky crust. The filling is...Read More

Once a sensation in American kitchens, Chicken with Forty Cloves of Garlic remains a timeless French classic. Despite its bold name, this dish is anything but overpowering—the garlic cloves, left unpeeled and gently braised, become sweet, mellow, and creamy, infusing the chicken and vegetables with rich, aromatic flavor. Chef Andrew Cohen’s version simplifies traditional methods,...Read More

This vibrant Triple Berry Jam is the go-to recipe of Catherine Barr, Executive Director of the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets. Each summer, when the stalls overflow with ripe berries, Catherine turns the season’s bounty into jars of jewel-toned jam. The blend of blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries creates the perfect harmony of sweetness and tang,...Read More

This Sautéed Rapini with Olives, Lemon and Garlic is a vibrant, rustic side dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cooking — bold, simple, and deeply flavorful. Bitter rapini (also known as broccoli rabe) is balanced beautifully by briny oil-cured olives, sweet caramelized onions, and bright lemon zest. Finished with a splash of white wine...Read More

This refreshing Apricot Pineapple Smoothie comes from farmers market vendor Darline Pulido-Alicea of Pulido Farms in Hollister, California. Made with sweet Blenheim apricots, juicy pineapple, and fresh strawberries, it’s a bright and nourishing blend that captures the flavor of summer. Add a touch of protein or flaxseed oil for an energizing start to your day....Read More

This elegant Pesto Cheese Torta is a crowd-pleasing appetizer layered with creamy, buttery cheese and vibrant homemade basil pesto. It’s rich, flavorful, and beautifully simple to prepare ahead—perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or wine nights. Served with crisp crackers or crostini, each slice reveals alternating layers of green and white that make a stunning presentation...Read More

Few desserts are as timeless—or as comforting—as a classic pound cake. Rich, buttery, and delicately golden, this cake has the perfect balance of moist crumb and tender texture. Whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with juicy summer fruit like peaches, berries, or macerated strawberries, it’s a dessert that never goes out of...Read More

This Thai Sweet and Spicy Beef Salad, known in Thailand as Yum Nua, is a vibrant dish that perfectly captures the balance of flavors Thai cuisine is famous for — salty, sweet, sour, spicy, and umami. Traditionally made with leftover grilled beef, it’s tossed with fresh herbs, crisp cucumber, red onion, and a zesty lime-fish...Read More

This Fresh Lemon–Strawberry Sparkling Lemonade is sunshine in a glass—refreshingly tart, lightly sweet, and bursting with real fruit flavor. Fresh lemon juice gives it zing, while puréed strawberries (or raspberries) add a beautiful blush of color and natural sweetness. Finished with a splash of sparkling water, it’s the perfect drink for brunch, afternoon picnics, or...Read More

This Grilled Leg of Lamb Provençal is one of Chef Andrew Cohen’s signature friends-and-family favorites—simple to prepare yet full of rustic Provençal flavor. The magic lies in the marinade: aromatic herbs, garlic, and a rich black olive tapenade infuse the lamb with savory depth, while red wine tenderizes the meat to perfection. Pounded to an...Read More