INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups brown or green lentils 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 large garlic cloves, chopped 4 – 6 cups water (or a combination of chicken, lamb, or vegetable stock mixed with half the water) 12 – 20 oz. chard (green, red, rainbow, or combination), chopped Sea salt Fresh ground...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1/2 oz. dried porcini mushrooms 3 tablespoons butter 1 small onion, chopped 1 lb. white button mushrooms, sliced in half 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped (don’t substitute dry) Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 lb. fresh linguine pasta 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese METHOD: Soak porcini mushrooms in 3/4 cup warm water for...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. fresh capelli pasta, cooked 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 lb. fresh tuna, cut into 1/2 inch chunks 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 large can (14 oz. can or more) Italian plum tomatoes, drained (reserve juice), and chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/4...Read More
This mouthwatering version of macaroni and cheese is from one of our farmers market vendors, Evette Lecce, owner of Pensi Pasta Company. You can find her fresh pasta at the Aptos, Monterey and Carmel markets including a selection of gluten-free varieties. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. fresh Pensi Pasta macaroni 1/4 cup butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour...Read More
Use this dressing on mixed baby greens or drizzle over poached salmon. INGREDIENTS: 2/3 cup full-fat Greek yogurt 2/3 cup mayonnaise 4 tablespoons lemon juice 1 cup fresh dill fronds, packed 1 tsp dried dill Salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste METHOD: Place all ingredients in blender and process until smooth. Place in jar...Read More
These Greek lemon potatoes are crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside and make a delicious side dish for roasted lamb, chicken, or beef. INGREDIENTS: 7 large russet potatoes, cut into wedges 3/4 cup olive oil 3/4 cup water 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon dried Greek oregano 2 lemons, juiced 1-2 teaspoons...Read More
A luscious lemony cake perfect for the early months of spring! No need to be a cake decorator for this cake — just lightly spread the creamy icing on top of the layers and chill. INGREDIENTS: For the Cake: 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Juice AND zest of 1...Read More
The ultimate take on the classic American burger, and even more delicious with nutrient-rich mushrooms. Mix in delicious Baby Bella (cremini) and white mushrooms for one of the tastiest burgers yet. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 pound mushrooms, cremini or white, or a mixture of both 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound grass-fed ground beef 1/2 teaspoon salt...Read More
