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Roasted Cherry Tomato Soup

11/4/2025

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Ingredients
  • 2 pints cherry tomatoes (about 4 ⅓ cups)
  • 1 small red onion quartered
  • 10 cloves garlic peeled
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoon salt (more to taste) 
  • Freshly cracked pepper to taste (generous)
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • Grated parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)     

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425ºF and wash and dry your cherry tomatoes thoroughly.
  2. Place the tomatoes in a 9” x 13 baking dish or a Dutch oven.
  3. Drizzle in the olive oil, and season with the salt and pepper (to taste). Toss well to coat.
  4. Place the quartered onion and peeled garlic cloves evenly throughout the dish, wedging them under the tomatoes.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the skins begin to blister.
  6. Remove from the oven and transfer the vegetables (and liquid) to a deep saucepan.  Blend until smooth with an immersion blender.
  7. Add the broth and heavy cream to the blended tomato mixture, and stir well. Heat over medium heat until warmed through, about 3-4 minutes.
  8. Stir in the fresh basil, then taste and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Serve and enjoy! Try it garnished with a generous grating of parmesan cheese.
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Creamy Sorrel Pasta

10/29/2025

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Ingredients8 oz. Pasta
2 cups packed sorrel leaves
1 cup heavy cream
2 Tbsp butter
2 garlic cloves, minces
½ tsp salt
Black pepper to taste



Instructions
  1. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the sorrel leaves to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Sorrel reduces significantly, so don’t be shy with the amount.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine with the sorrel and garlic. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sorrel sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper, then remove from heat.​
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Tomatillo Salsa

10/22/2025

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Ingredients
1.5 lbs. fresh tomatillos, husks removed and cut into 2-inch pieces
½ white onion, peeled and cut into 4 wedges
-2 serrano chilis, split in half lengthwise
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 garlic cloves
1.25 tsp kosher salt
1 Tbsp lime juice
1 cup fresh cilantro, leaves and small stems, chopped 

​Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425˚. Place the tomatillos, onion and serrano peppers on a sheet tray lined with foil. Drizzle all over with olive oil and toss to combine. Roast for 15 minutes until lightly browned and the tomatillos have softened.
  2. Let cool for 15 minutes then transfer to the bowl of a food processor.
  3. Add the garlic, kosher salt, lime juice and cilantro to the food processor. Pulse for about 15 to 20 seconds until combined.
  4. Serve with tortilla chips or a dipping item of your choice​.
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Creamy Tomato Cottage Cheese Soup

9/24/2025

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Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups tomatoes, chopped (or 2 cans diced tomatoes)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup cottage cheese - the higher the milk fat, the creamier
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ​Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  2. Add the tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  4. Stir in the cottage cheese and continue to blend until fully incorporated and smooth.
  5. Season with sugar (if using), salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.


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Sugar Snap Pea, Radish, Feta Salad

8/20/2025

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Ingredients
1.5 pounds sugar snap peas 
2 bunches radishes 

8 oz crumbled feta cheese 
3 tbsp fresh mint (roughly chopped)
1 tbsp fresh dill
1/4 cup olive oil
1 garlic clove (pressed or grated)
1 tsp red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper


Instructions
  1. Using a pairing knife to begin slicing tip off end of snap pea, there are strings on the top and the bottom of the peas, once you've almost sliced through the end you should find the string. Pull the string out. Repeat with other end of snap pea and string on opposite side.  Once you have prepped the sugar snap peas, slice them diagonally. Place in a large bowl.
  2. Thinkly slice the radishes into uniform pieces, using a knife or a mandolin. Place in large bowl with the sugar snap peas.
  3. Add feta, mint, and dill to the bowl with the peas and radishes.
  4. In a small bowl, add grated garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt and pepper. Whisk to combine. Pour over the peas, radishes, and feta.  Gently toss. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Place in refrigerator until ready to serve, at least half an hour.  Best enjoyed chilled. 
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Creamy Eggplant Dip

7/30/2025

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Ingredients
4 large eggplants
1 medium red onion or regular onion
2.5 oz olive oil extra virgin
2 cloves garlic (small-medium) add more if you wish
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper 
Preparation
  1.  Grill the eggplants on a fairly powerful fire so that the flesh remains nice and white Pierce the eggplants a couple of times with a knife, then grill for approximately 15-20-25 minutes until blackened, softened and collapsing. Allow these to cool slightly.
  2. With a spoon, scoop the flesh from the eggplant straight into a sieve. Do this with all. Allow it to rest for 15-20 minutes so all juices run out. 
  3. Meanwhile, peel and crush the garlic, and chop finely both the garlic and the onion. 
  4. Transfer the drained eggplant to the food processor and start blitzing adding the oil, the chopped garlic & onion, a generous squeeze of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt & black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning, oil, and lemon as desired. 
  5. Place the eggplant dip in a serving dish. 
  6. If desired, garnish with a good sprinkle of finely or coarsely chopped fresh parsley or coriander/cilantro. Best to serve it with flatbreads, tortilla crisps, or any homemade bread or sourdough.
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Balsamic Peach Tomato Salad

7/22/2025

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Ingredients
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1 garlic clove minced
1 Tbsp whole grain mustard
¼ cup finely chopped red onions
2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
3 Tbsp olive oil
½ Tsp salt
¼ Tsp black pepper
3 peaches pitted and diced
2 pints cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes halved
2 cups baby arugula
1 Tbsp chopped parsley
1 Tbsp minced chives
¼ cup chopped almonds (optional)
¼ cup crumbled feta


Preparation 
1.  In a large bowl, whisk together the garlic, mustard, onions, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper. 
2.  Stir in the peaches and tomatoes. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
3.  Stir in the arugula, parsley, chives, almonds (if using) and feta.
​4.  Serve.
5.  If leftovers, k
eep the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days. If you’re planning to save part of the salad, don’t add all of the arugula. That will keep it from wilting. Stir in arugula when you are planning to eat the salad
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Skordalia - Greek Potato Garlic Dip

7/9/2025

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Ingredients
  • 1 lb gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • kosher salt
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 green onion, trimmed and thinly sliced, for garnish
  • Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
  • Zest of 1 lemon, for garnish
​
Instructions
  1. Prepare and cook the potatoes. Place cubed potatoes in a big colander and rinse with cold water until the water is clear.
  2. ​Transfer to a saucepan and add water to cover the potatoes by at least 2 inches. Salt the water well. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes or until the potatoes are well cooked through (test by inserting a knife, it should break the potatoes with no resistance).
  3. Drain the potatoes in the same colander and rinse again, this time with hot water, for 30 seconds. Set the potatoes aside for 5 to 7 minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
    Make the garlic paste. While potatoes are cooling, combine garlic, large pinch of kosher salt, and lemon juice in the small bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade. Run processor until the garlic turns into a paste (as smooth as you can get it).
  4. Using a potato masher or a food mill (do not use food processor), mash the potatoes thoroughly.
  5. To the mashed potatoes, add about 1/2 of the olive oil, a little bit at a time, mixing well with a wooden spoon. Add the garlic paste and mix well. Add the remaining olive oil, again a little bit at a time, mixing well with your wooden spoon. Taste and add more kosher salt if needed. Mix well to combine.
  6. Let the potato mixture cool then chill in the fridge until later.
  7. Transfer the chilled mashed potato dip into a serving bowl or dish. Add a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and top with chopped green onions, parsley and lemon zest. Serve at room temperature or chilled
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Radish and Carrot Salad

6/25/2025

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Ingredients
  • 3 cups julienne cut or shredded carrots (about 5 large)
  • 1 cup julienne cut watermelon radishes, or any variety radish including Daikon
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium tamari or 2 teaspoons coconut aminos
  • 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup, preferably dark
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated ginger root, preferably grated with a rasp-style grater
  • 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup flat leaf parsley leaves, cut into tiny ribbons or chiffonade
Instructions
  1. Cut the carrots and radishes into matchstick or julienne. (See notes.)
  2. Whisk vinegar, maple syrup, tamari (or coconut aminos), ginger, garlic and salt in a large bowl. Whisk in oil.
  3. Add carrots, radish and parsley.
  4. Toss to coat. Serve immediately or chill.
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Carrot Top, Baby Spinach Pesto

6/11/2025

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How to use carrot top pesto? Like any other pesto. Mix it with pasta, serve it as a dip, add it to baked smashed potatoes, toss it with white beans, or go all in with carrots and serve it as a spread over roasted baby carrots. 

Ingredients
  • 1 cup packed carrot top greens, tough stems removed
  •  1 cup packed baby spinach
  • 1 large clove garlic, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup  roasted unsalted cashews (or other nut of your choice or tahini)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
 
Preparation
  1. Rinse the carrot top greens to dislodge any dirt. Pick out and discard any dry, yellowed, or otherwise unappetizing looking leaves. Discard tough stems.
  2. Place the carrot tops greens, baby spinach, chopped garlic, nuts, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse several times. Scrape the sides down with a rubber spatula.
  3. Serve or use as an ingredient with whatever you choose.
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Basic Basil Pesto

5/7/2025

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Ingredients
  • 2 cups packed basil leaves
  • 1 to 2 cloves  garlic, chopped
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts or walnuts, toasted
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • Kosher salt
  • Black Pepper

Instructions
  1. Fill a small saucepan halfway with water and bring to a boil. Prepare a bowl of ice water and set it near your stove. Set up a food processor with the blade attachment (or get your blender all plugged in and ready).
  2. Drop the basil leaves in the boiling water and blanch briefly just until they’re wilted, 5 to 10 seconds. Use tongs to transfer the basil leaves to the prepared ice water. This stops them from continuing to cook.
  3. Wrap the basil in paper towels and dry very thoroughly. Squeeze to wring out all the water and transfer to the food processor, along with the garlic, pine nuts, and lemon juice.
  4. Blend until everything has broken down into small chunks. With the processor running on low speed, slowly pour in the extra virgin olive oil. Do not run the processor too long, you want to have a little bit of texture to your basil pesto.
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Italian-Style Spinach and Mushrooms

4/23/2025

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Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ​14 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 10 ounces clean fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • ½ cup white wine
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
​
Directions
​
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and garlic in oil until tender.
2. Add mushrooms and fry until they begin to shrink, about 3 to 4 minutes.
3. Toss in spinach and sauté, stirring constantly for a few minutes, until spinach is wilted
4. 
Add vinegar, stirring constantly until it is absorbed, then stir in white wine.
5. Reduce heat to low and simmer until wine is almost completely absorbed.
6. 
Season with salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve hot.


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Creamy Garlic Soup

12/11/2024

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Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 
  • 2 small heads garlic, smashed and peeled, plus 3 cloves, thinly sliced (if using as a garnish)  
  • 1 small onion, chopped 
  • 1 cup dry white wine 
  • 2 sprigs thyme 
  • 1 bay leaf 
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 
  • 1 piece Parmesan cheese rind, plus 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 
  • 2 cups cubed day-old crusty bread 
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • Fresh dill, for topping

 Preparation
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the smashed garlic and onion and cook, stirring, until soft and lightly golden, about 8 minutes.
  2. Add the wine, thyme, bay leaf, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper to taste and the cheese rind. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add 5 cups water, reduce the heat to low and bring to a gentle simmer; cook until the garlic is very soft, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat, add the bread and let soak, 10 minutes.
  4. Remove the thyme, bay leaf and cheese rind from the saucepan; stir in the grated cheese, sour cream and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Transfer the soup to a blender in batches and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. If using garlic as a garnish, combine the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, the sliced garlic and a pinch of salt in a skillet over low heat; cook until the garlic is golden and crisp, 12 to 15 minutes.
  7. Divide the soup among bowls. Top with the fried garlic, some of the garlic oil, and dill.
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Skillet Sweet Potatoes

11/13/2024

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Ingredients
  • 3 tbsp. oil
  • 1 large onion, coarsely chopped
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 serrano chili peppers or more to taste, seeded if desired, and chopped
  • 4 large sweet potatoes, (about 2 1/2 lbs.) peeled and cut into 3/4 inch chunks
  • 1 large clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tbsp. granulated bouillon chicken flavor
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Preparation
  1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat and cook onion, stirring occasionally, until it starts to soften, about 3 minutes.
  2. Stir in red pepper and chili peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in sweet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes start to brown in spots, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and chili powder and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in water and chicken bouillon; reduce heat and cook covered, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, about 8 minutes.
  6. Season with ground black pepper.  
  7. Serve


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Creamy Carrot Soup

10/30/2024

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Ingredients
  • 4 cups peeled (or not, your preference) and chopped carrots
  • 3 cups fat-free chicken broth
  • ½ onion, sliced
  • water to cover
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream or coconut milk

Directions
  1. Combine carrots, chicken broth, and onion in a large pot. Pour enough water into the pot to assure the ingredients are covered; add garlic, thyme, and tarragon.
  2. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, place a cover on the pot, and simmer the mixture until the carrots are very tender, 40 to 50 minutes.
  3. Remove pot from heat; carefully puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
  4. Return pot to medium heat and cook until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Stir cream or coconut milk through the soup.
  5. Serve.
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Creamy Pumpkin Soup

10/23/2024

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Ingredients
  •  2.4 lb pumpkin (any type) OR butternut squash, unpeeled weight 
  • 1 onion , sliced (white, brown, yellow)
  • 2 garlic cloves , peeled whole
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth/stock , low sodium
  • 1 cup water
  • Salt and pepper
Finishes:
  • 1/2 - 3/4 cup cream , half and half or milk
Instructions
1.Cut the pumpkin into 2.25" slices. Cut the skin off and scrape seeds out.  Cut into 1.5" chunks.
2.Place the pumpkin, onion, garlic, broth and water in a pot - liquid won't quite cover all the pumpkin. Bring to a boil, uncovered, then reduce heat and let simmer rapidly until pumpkin is tender - about 10 minutes.
3.Remove from heat and use a stick blender to blend until smooth.
4.Season to taste with salt and pepper, stir through cream,  
5.Ladle soup into bowls, drizzle over a bit of cream, sprinkle with pepper and parsley if desired. 
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Slow Cooker Cherry Tomato Soup

9/4/2024

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Ingredients
24 ounces cherry tomatoes
1 large shallot
4 medium cloves garlic
1 can cannellini beans
3-4 cups vegetable stock
1-2 pieces of Parmesan rind
2 teaspoons dried seasoning blend of choice: suggest everyday blend, italian herbs, herbes de provence
½-1 cup heavy whipping cream or coconut milk
Kosher salt and fresh black pepper to taste
Fresh basil for serving, thinly sliced
Fresh shaved Parmesan for serving
 
Preparation
  1. Put all ingredients except for stock and heavy cream in a slow cooker.  Add just enough stock to cover contents. Season with salt and pepper, cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  2. When cooking time is complete, use an immersion blender to blend until smooth. Alternatively, use a regular blender to blend in batches.
  3. Add cream and if necessary additional stock to reach desired consistency and flavor.
  4. Serve with fresh basil and Parmesan.
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Peach Salsa

8/14/2024

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Ingredients
  • 2 to 3 ripe peaches, pitted and diced
  • ½ red bell pepper, diced
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice and zest of 1 lime
  • 1 small garlic clove, grated
  • ½ jalapeño pepper, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
Instructions
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the peaches, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, lime juice and zest, garlic, jalapeño, and salt. Season to taste and chill until ready to use.  Letting it chill for a few hours increases the flavors melding together.
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Lemony Lentil with Greens Soup

5/15/2024

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Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried brown lentils
  • 8 cups water, divided
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium onions, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 6 cups chopped collard and/or kale greens
  • ¾ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 pound small yellow potatoes, quartered
  • Juice of 1 lemon, plus wedges for serving

Directions

1. Pick through lentils, discarding any stones. Rinse.
2. Combine the lentils in a small saucepan with 3 cups water. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook, covered, until tender, 25 to 30 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and lightly caramelized, 15 to 20 minutes. Add garlic and coriander; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in greens and cilantro; cook, stirring occasionally, until the greens have wilted, about 1 minute.
4. Add 1 cup of water and cook, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, for 30 seconds.
5. Add the lentils and their liquid, potatoes, lemon juice and the remaining 4 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until the potatoes are tender, 12 to 14 minutes.
5. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.


 

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Spinach and Potato Frittata

3/20/2024

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Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 small red potatoes, sliced
  • 1 cup torn fresh spinach
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
  • 1 teaspoon crushed garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet (large enough to accommodate all the ingredients) over medium heat. Cook potatoes in hot oil, stirring occasionally, until tender but firm, about 10 minutes.
  2. Mix in spinach, green onions, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until spinach is wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Beat together eggs and milk in a medium bowl. Pour over vegetables in the skillet. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until eggs are firm, 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.  Slice and enjoy!
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Sauteed Cabbage and Carrots

1/31/2024

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Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons, avocado oil, coconut oil, or olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped lengthwise
  • 1/2 head green cabbage, cut into chunks
  • 3-4 large carrots- cut into chunks
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low sodium vegetable stock
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes, optional to taste
Preparation
  1. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add in butter and the olive oil and let it heat up for a minute or so.
  3. Add in onion and sauté it until softened - about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add in cabbage and cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring from time to time.
  5. Once the cabbage starts to caramelize on the edges, add garlic, chopped carrots, salt pepper, and red chili pepper flakes if usiing.
  6. Pour in half a cup of the vegetable stock. Cover and cook until the sauce reduces slightly.
  7. Add the rest of the vegetable stock and simmer for about 10-15 minutes or until the carrots and cabbage are soft.
  8. Season with more pepper to taste and serve.
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Carrot Butternut Squash Soup

1/17/2024

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Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium white onion, chopped
  • 2-3 large celery ribs, chopped
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 pound carrots, sliced into 1/2-inch coins
  • 1 pound butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper, adjust for desired heat
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 5 cups vegetable broth
  • ⅔ - 1 cup coconut milk, light or whole
Instructions
  1. In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and celery, and sauté with a pinch of salt for 5-10 minutes or until they become softened. Add the minced garlic towards the end and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the sliced carrots and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing them to start softening.
  3. Incorporate the cubed butternut squash, bay leaf, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour in the 5 cups of vegetable broth and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the carrots and butternut squash pieces are very tender and easily fall apart when poked with a fork.
  5. Remove the bay leaf.
  6. Using an immersion blender or a high-speed blender (working in batches if necessary), blend the soup until it is very smooth.
  7. Stir in half of the can of coconut milk for creaminess. Adjust the amount of coconut milk based on your preference. You can reserve some for garnish when serving.
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Creamy Sweet Potato Soup

12/13/2023

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Ingredients
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 heaping teaspoon sea salt 
Freshly groun black pepper
3 medium sweet potatoes (1½ pounds), peeled and cubed
1 apple, peeled and chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 teaspoon coriander
½ teaspoon smoked paprika 
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 
3 to 4 cups vegetable broth 
1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk, reserve 1/4 cup for garnish
Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, salt, and several grinds of fresh pepper and sauté until soft, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the sweet potatoes and the apple and cook until they begin to soften, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic, ginger, coriander, and smoked paprika, and stir. Stir in the apple cider vinegar and then 3 cups of the broth and the coconut milk. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  3. Let cool slightly and blend the soup until smooth with an immersion blender or free standing blender.  If your soup is too thick, add up to 1 cup more broth and blend.
  4. Season to taste and top with a swirl of coconut milk.
NotesThis soup thickens as it cools. If reheating it, stir in a little water to create a smooth, creamy consistency.
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Carrot Potato Soup

11/29/2023

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Ingredients
  • 1 Tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 1 medium-sized onion, diced (any color is fine)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced or grated
  • 1 celery stick, diced
  • 1 lb. (5 medium sized carrots) peeled and diced
  • 1 lb. (2 medium sized potatoes) peeled and diced
  • 1 tsp Italian herbs
  • ¼ tsp dried thyme
  • ¼ tsp dried parsley (optional)
  • ⅛ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
  • ½ tsp fine salt, plus more to taste
  • 2 ½ cups vegetable broth
  • 2-3 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Preparation
  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, a pinch of salt and pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent. 
  2. Add the garlic, and cook for an extra minute until fragrant.
  3. Add carrots, potatoes, celery, herbs, salt and pepper to the pot. Give a good stir and cook for about 2-3 minutes to enhance their flavor.
  4. Stir in the broth, bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover with a lid and cook for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  5. Turn the heat off, and let it cool slightly.
  6. Transfer  1 cup of the soup to a container in which you can blend it until smooth. This way you get a creamier soup.  You can skip this step if you wish.
  7. Return the blended soup to the soup, toss well to combine and taste to adjust the seasoning to your taste. It depends on the broth you used, you might need to adjust the salt. Stir in the parsley.
  8. Serve with freshly ground black pepper, extra parsley, and crusty bread.
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Sautéed Escarole

11/7/2023

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INGREDIENTS
  •  2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 small pinch red pepper flakes, optional
  • 1 head escarole, well rinsed (and still a little wet), leaves removed from core, torn or chopped into 3 to 4 inch pieces
  • 1 generous pinch sea salt or kosher salt
 
PREPARATION
 
1.  Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium high heat. When the oil is hot, add the garlic and red pepper flakes (if using).
2.  Sauté the garlic.
3.  Once the garlic starts to cook and is fragrant, add the escarole leaves to the pan. The leaves should still be a little wet from rinsing. They'll sizzle as they hit the pan, but if you add them all at once, the oil shouldn't splatter.  Use tongs to turn the escarole over in the pan as it cooks. Sprinkle with a little salt.
4.  Wilt the escarole.  When it starts to wilt and is barely cooked through, remove from heat and serve.
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