From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia – Poke (English pronunciation: /poʊˈkeɪ/) is a raw fish salad served as an appetizer in Hawaiian cuisine. Pokē is the Hawaiian verb for “section” or “to slice or cut.” INGREDIENTS: 1 pound fresh sashimi-grade Yellowfin (Ahi) Tuna, cut into small cubes 1/2 cup toasted sesame oil 1/4 cup soy sauce...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 12 oz. prepared pizza or bread dough 16 oz. container sour cream 1 lb. onions, diced (about 3-4 large onions, or 4-5 medium onions) 4 eggs, slightly beaten 4 oz. Schoch Family Farmstead Gouda, grated (or other cheese of your choice) 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 2 oz. butter (4 tablespoons) Salt and pepper,...Read More
Roasting vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and crispy edges add a toothsome quality that makes them extra-delicious with a garlicky aoili. INGREDIENTS: Aioli: 1 cup mayonnaise, such as Best Foods 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano 2 garlic cloves, pressed 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon...Read More
Even though this vinegar will have a lovely cherry flavor after infusing for a week, allowing the cherries to steep in the vinegar a few more weeks will result in a much deeper, robust flavor. It’s definitely worth the wait! INGREDIENTS: 2 cups cherries, washed, pitted, and coarsely chopped 2 cups good quality, dark balsamic...Read More
Use this delightfully tangy vinaigrette to dress up a spring green salad made with baby spinach, arugula, or mesclun with a few whole mint leaves added to the salad mix. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup freshly squeezed ruby-red grapefruit juice 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint 1...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 – 2 1/2 pound Romanesque cauliflower, core removed and cauliflower broken up into florets 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt Several grinds of black pepper METHOD: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place all ingredients in a bowl mixing bowl. Toss and mix the...Read More
Fresh artichokes are available year-round in California, but some claim the “frost-kissed” chokes you find in January and February are the sweetest. However, spring is the official season for artichokes and you’ll find them in abundance at the farmers’ markets. Medium to large artichokes are best for steaming — save the smaller ones for roasting....Read More
INGREDIENTS: Cake 2 large carrots, finely shredded or grated 1 large parsnip, finely shredded or grated 1 medium zucchini, finely shredded or grated 1 apple, tart, peeled, cored, and finely shredded or grated 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon,...Read More
This pasta dish is a delightful melange of earthy flavors. INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup olive oil 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes 1 lb. sweet Italian sausage, (no casing) 1 bunch kale, washed, stemmed, and roughly chopped 2 1/2 cups half and half 1/2 teaspoon...Read More
