INGREDIENTS: 2 cups warm water, 100-105°F 2 teaspoons active dry yeast 4 cups all-purpose flour, (1 lb. 3 oz.) 2 teaspoons sea salt or 1 1/2 teaspoons table salt 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh sage or rosemary, chopped 1 teaspoon coarse (kosher) salt METHOD: Pour...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup low-fat buttermilk 1/3 cup molasses 1/2 cup dried currants 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts Vegetable cooking spray METHOD: Combine the flours, cornmeal, cinnamon, soda, and salt in a large bowl...Read More

This recipe is a healthy, non-dairy version of a spinach dip made popular by Café La Vie, that featured raw food. INGREDIENTS: 2 1/2 cups zucchini 1/4 cup water 2 cups cashews (soaked) 1 1/2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoons white miso 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon yellow onion 3 cloves garlic 1/2 teaspoon white...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1/2 teaspoon mustard seed 1/2 teaspoon anise seed 1 1/2 cups of sliced, de-seeded kumquats 1 cup sugar plus 2 tablespoons 1 1/4 cups freshly squeezed navel orange juice 1/2 cup dried cherries 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon METHOD: In a...Read More

If you love juicy ham with a crunchy, sweet crust, this is your go-to recipe. For best results, be sure to order a quality smoked bone-in ham from Corralitos Market and Sausage Company. Allow about 2 hours and 25 minutes for prep and cooking, and an additional 20 minutes for resting time. INGREDIENTS: 1 bone-in...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. celery root, coarsely grated or julienned 8 oz. cooked bay shrimp 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon chopped cornichons 1 tablespoon chopped capers 1 tablespoon EACH parsley, chives, tarragon, minced Salt and pepper to taste METHOD: In a non-reactive mixing bowl, combine grated celery...Read More

This vegan version of karidopita is full of flavor, spicy and moist — a satisfying cake to enjoy anytime. INGREDIENTS: Cake 1 cup vegetable oil 2 cups water 1/2 cup cognac 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup dark raisins 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2...Read More

These pickled strawberries are bright, crunchy, and versatile. They are a delicious addition to salads. They are great coarsely chopped, tossed with fresh herbs, and served with seafood or used as an accompaniment on a cheese plate. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup white wine vinegar 3/4 cup red wine vinegar 6 ounces ice 1 cup sugar 1...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 2 quarts of puréed strawberries (approximately 4 to 5 baskets) 1/2 cup simple syrup 1 cup water 1/4 cup dried hibiscus 1/4 teaspoon salt METHOD: In a pot combine simple syrup, water, salt, and the dried hibiscus. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and cool. Strain the hibiscus syrup, pressing the hibiscus to...Read More

Slow-roasting strawberries intensifies the flavor to the max! Try a spoonful on top of ice cream or ladle some over pound cake. INGREDIENTS: 4 pints organic strawberries 1/2 cup raw or turbinado sugar 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar METHOD: Preheat oven to 250°F. Wash and stem the strawberries, leaving them whole. Place the strawberries in a...Read More