Crisp, tangy, and just a little sweet, this creamy apple slaw is a refreshing twist on a classic. Shredded tart apples mingle with crunchy cabbage, carrots, and golden raisins, all tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing with a hint of whole-grain mustard and celery seed. It’s the perfect side dish for picnics, barbecues, or alongside roast...Read More

These fragrant quick-pickled carrots are a playful twist on the classic “quickle,” infused with the delicate floral notes of lavender and the gentle licorice flavor of fennel. The hot brine softens the carrots slightly while allowing them to stay crisp and bright. The balance of herbs and spices makes this a refreshing condiment that pairs...Read More

Cooking vegetables en papillote—sealed in parchment—concentrates their flavors while keeping them moist and tender. In this elegant yet simple preparation, leeks transform into something silky and aromatic, their flavor shifting subtly from the sweet white base to the grassy green tips. Paired with carrots, thyme, and a drizzle of olive oil, the result is light...Read More

I enjoy using vegetables to make sauces. It makes for a lighter dish with unusual flavor combinations, and it allows me to get another vegetable on the plate in some instances. I frequently make a sauce using carrot juice which I reduce to a glaze consistency, but for this version, I wanted something less sweet...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. carrots 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons fruity olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 shallot, minced Pinch each of powdered cumin and caraway or 1 pinch of Ras el Hanout (Moroccan spice blend) 2 tablespoons fresh mint, minced METHOD: Peel and grate coarse or use a mandolin. If using a...Read More

Here’s a twist on glazed carrots with Moroccan accents. While the orange flower water is not essential, it really does add an extra dimension that’s delightful and mysterious all at once. INGREDIENTS: 1 bunch carrots (1-1½ pounds), peeled and cut into quarter-inch thick slices on the diagonal 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1/2 tablespoon sugar or...Read More