One way to extend the enjoyment of our local cherry season is to make cordials that can be enjoyed later in the fall or bottled for special homemade gifts during the holidays. Brandied cherries are delicious added to drinks or spooned over ice cream. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup sugar 1 cup water 1 cup pitted cherries...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 recipe for a 9-inch double pie crust 4 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup sugar 4 cups pitted cherries* 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 tablespoons butter METHOD: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place bottom crust in pie pan. Set top crust aside, covered. In a large...Read More
INGREDIENTS: Cheese 2-3 gallons goat milk or cow milk 1 packet mesophilic DVI Culture – OR – 4 oz. mesophilic culture from a mother culture 1 teaspoon liquid rennet dissolved in 1/2 cup water* Brine: 1/2 cup Kosher salt per 1/2 gallon of water (boiled and cooled to below room temperature) * NOTE: I use...Read More
MILK Make sure the milk you use for this cheese is NOT ULTRA- PASTEURIZED. Homogenized milk will work fine. Fresh farm milk will also work well but we encourage you to make first batch of cheese with 1 gallon of store bought whole milk. Low-fat milk will work but the cheese will be drier and...Read More
This is a large-batch hummus recipe — on purpose! I like to divide the hummus into several portions and stir in additional ingredients for variations, such as chopped roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, or chopped Kalamata olives. Hummus also makes a great filling for a vegetarian sandwich layered with sprouts, cucumber, and tomato. INGREDIENTS: 3-4...Read More
There are many versions of this cake recipe on the internet, but I especially enjoy the version from Babbo Cookbook, by Mario Batali. It’s the perfect, not-too-sweet kind of cake to enjoy with an espresso or cup of tea. INGREDIENTS: Cake 4 eggs 3/4 cup sugar 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons finely chopped...Read More
Chocolate and olive oil have a natural affinity for one another. INGREDIENTS: 4 squares unsweetened chocolate 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, mild or buttery tasting 4 large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups granulated sugar 1 1/3 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup nuts (optional) 1 large Hershey...Read More
These exquisite-tasting cookies are made with olive oil, a healthier alternative to butter. You’ll never notice the olive oil! INGREDIENTS: 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar, divided 1 cup almond meal, toasted 3/4 teaspoon baking soda Pinch of salt 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, buttery or mild-flavored 1/2 teaspoon pure...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. wild salmon 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup maple syrup Cayenne, black pepper Sesame seed for garnish, optional METHOD: In a bowl combine soy sauce and maple syrup. Marinate wild salmon for 1 hour (overnight if possible). Place salmon skin side down on a broiler pan sprayed with non-stick spray. Sprinkle salmon...Read More
