INGREDIENTS: 2 cups ripe peaches, peeled and diced 1/2 cup red onion, diced 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced 1/2 cup fresh mint, minced 3/4 teaspoon minced jalapeno or serrano chile 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons fresh ginger root, grated METHOD: Combine all ingredients and serve. Salsa is better if...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 cup rice wine vinegar 1/3 cup green onions, chopped 1/3 cup cilantro 1 teaspoon cracked black peppercorns 2 jalapeno peppers, seeds removed METHOD: Pour 1/2 cup vinegar into a food processor or blender with all other ingredients and blend until they are finely chopped. Add the rest of the vinegar. Store in refrigerator...Read More
This is a great all-around salsa. I use it as a sauce for fish and shrimp, in burritos, with chips, and I use it to simmer things in, like left-over shredded chicken or tofu INGREDIENTS: 2 pounds tomatillos, peeled and charred on a grill or under the broiler* 1 large brown onion halved horizontally and...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 4 medium mangoes, diced and mashed 1/4 red onion, diced fine 8 medium tomatoes, chopped fine 1 small habanero pepper, diced fine 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamon 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper Lime juice to taste 1 teaspoon sugar METHOD: Combine mangos, onion, tomatoes, and...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 4 (about 1 pound) very ripe roma tomatoes, chopped 1 small white onion, finely chopped 1-2 serrano chiles, minced 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped 2 tablespoon lime juice 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste) METHOD: Mix all ingredients. Check flavor and adjust if needed with more lime, salt, chile. Great with chips, but also over...Read More
This is a quick and easy dipping sauce for steamed or fried artichokes or asparagus. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper METHOD: In a small bowl of a food processor or blender, place the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and garlic. Process until smooth. Stir...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
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
Pickled onions make a delicious topping for salads and sandwiches, or served as a relish on a cheese platter. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. red onions, halved and thinly sliced into half moons 1 cup white wine vinegar 4 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 bay leaves 10 peppercorns, lightly crushed 2 pinches dried thyme 5 whole...Read More
