Maltaise Sauce is a classic sauce made by adding the juice of blood oranges to Hollandaise sauce. Maltaise sauce can be served with asparagus or broccoli, but is also delicious with an eggs benedict made with shrimp and avocado or a crab cake benedict. INGREDIENTS: 1 pint Hollandaise sauce 1/4 cup freshly squeezed blood...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 8 ounces 60% dark Chocolate 5 1/2 tablespoons soft unsalted butter 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil Grey sea salt from France (Fleur de Sel) 1/4 cup cocoa powder METHOD: Melt the chocolate over a double boiler that has been heated and then turned off. Add the olive oil and stir slowly until the...Read More
While most are familiar with basil pesto, parsley makes a fresh-tasting condiment too! Parsley is one of the most popular herbs used in cooking or garnishing. Parsley comes in two varieties — flat leaf (also called Italian parsley) or curly leaf. Parsley is high in vitamin K and has anti-inflammatory properties. Toss parsley pesto with...Read More
This dairy-free, raw, vegan dessert (or breakfast!) doesn’t contain sugar or require cooking. The pudding features the exotic tropical flavor of cherimoya. This recipe is for one person — so increase the recipe accordingly. INGREDIENTS: Flesh of 1 ripe cherimoya (discard skin and carefully remove ALL seeds) 1/3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or Ripple...Read More
Despite its resemblance to broccoli, rapini is actually a descendant of the turnip family. You might know rapini by one of its many other names: broccoli raab, rabe, or broccoletti. California produces approximately 90% of the rapini grown in the US with Monterey County being the largest producer in California with close to 3,000 acres...Read More
Here’s a winning combo – comfort food plus great nutrition! Serve these crispy-baked sweet potato “fries” as an appetizer or as a side dish with turkey burgers. INGREDIENTS: For Sweet Potatoes 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika (or hot paprika,...Read More
This dressing adds zip to leafy winter greens with its delightful fresh flavor — try it with kale or mixed lettuce salads. It’s also delicious drizzled over steamed asparagus or broccoli. INGREDIENTS: 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 1/3 cup tamari or soy sauce 1/4 cup water 2 cloves garlic,...Read More
INGREDIENTS: Marinade 1 large yellow onion 4 cloves garlic 2 cups pomegranate juice 1/2 cup red wine 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1/2 bunch fresh basil, chopped Lamb 2 racks of lamb, french-cut by the butcher (about 8 to 9 ribs each) METHOD: For the Marinade: Puree the onion, garlic, and...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon curry powder 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, unsalted 1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped 4 cups cauliflower flowerets or potatoes 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock 1 cup water 1/4 cup cream METHOD: In a large saucepan, melt butter over moderately low...Read More
This versatile falafel-flavored chickpea patty is loaded with flavor and is one of our all-time favorites. With a few slight changes in spices and sauces, the recipe easily adapts to Middle Eastern, Indian, or even Mexican cuisine. Add a few crunchy elements for texture, such as sunflower seeds or grated carrot, when the mood strikes....Read More
