Satsumaimo (Sweet-Potato) Pancakes Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 6 The texture of these sweet-potato pancakes is denser than a regular pancake but still fluffy and tender thanks to the cake flour. Ingredients 110 g (3.9 oz, 1.1 cup) cake flour* 1 TBSP granulated sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp cinnamon Wet Ingredients:…
Apricot-Sage Cream Scones
Apricot-Sage Cream Scones Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Total time: 25 minutes Serves: 8 Scones are easy, and sage doesn’t have to be just for stuffing turkeys or making pumpkin turnovers. Try it with dried apricots and apricot jam in these simple cream scones. Ingredients 1 cup (120 g) whole-wheat pastry flour…
Whole-Wheat Blueberry-Lavender Muffins
Whole-Wheat Blueberry-Lavender Muffins Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Total time: 30-35 minutes Serves: 12 muffins Punch up the flavor in your blueberry muffin with bright lemon zest and fragrant lavender. Ingredients Dry Ingredients: 1 2/3 cups (200 g) whole wheat pastry flour 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder…
Slow-Cooker Heirloom Tomato Sauce
Slow-Cooker Heirloom Tomato Sauce Prep time: 20-30 minutes Cook time: 3-6 hours (see instructions) Total time: 3.5-6.5 hours Serves: 6 cups Making homemade tomato sauce is incredibly easy with a slow cooker! Ingredients ~4 pounds (1.8 kg) variety heirloom tomatoes 1 TBSP olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 TBSP fresh rosemary, chopped 1 TBSP fresh…
Vegan Rhubarb-Raspberry Crostata
Vegan Rhubarb-Raspberry Crostata Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Total time: 80 minutes Serves: ~8 servings A simple vegan crostata filled with rhubarb and raspberries. Why mess with butter in the summer heat when there’s olive oil? Ingredients Filling: 1/4 cup (32 g) cornstarch 3 TBSP water ~1.25 lbs (565 g) 1/2″ (~1…
Rosemary-Orange Ricotta Muffins
Rosemary-Orange Ricotta Muffins Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 9 A portable savory muffin with a hint of sweetness. The orange, ricotta, and rosemary are an unusual but delicious combination. Ingredients Dry ingredients 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour 3/4 cup (72 g) whole-wheat pastry flour 1/4 cup…
Roasted Beet and Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese, Pine Nuts, and Oranges
Roasted Beet and Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese, Pine Nuts, and Oranges Prep time: 20-30 minutes (can be done ahead) Cook time: 30 minutes Total time: 50-60 minutes Serves: Serves 3-4 as a meal; 6-8 as a side. A colorful entree or side dish, this roast beet salad combines earthy beets and spinach with sweet…
Sweet Potato Curry with Cauliflower and Chickpeas
Sweet Potato Curry with Cauliflower and Chickpeas Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Total time: 40 minutes Serves: 6 A spicy, flavorful curry with sweet potatoes and cauliflower. Ingredients 1/4 cup (60 mL) olive oil 2 tsp cumin seeds or ~1 tsp ground cumin 1 TBSP fresh ginger, peeled and minced 3 cloves…
Matcha-Black Sesame Layered Cheesecake
Matcha-Black Sesame Layered Cheesecake Prep time: 40 min Cook time: Total time: 8-9 hours Serves: 12-16 A rich layered cheesecake inspired by the Japanese flavor combination of black sesame and powdered green tea (matcha). Ingredients Crust 1 cup (~70 g) unfrosted animal crackers 4 TBSP (55 g) butter, melted + extra to grease the pans…