Kohlrabi & Apple Slaw Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: A crisp, refreshing fall slaw. Delicious on its own or piled on a sandwich. Ingredients 3 small Kohlrabi, peeled and julienned 1 large Apple (I used Honeycrisp–you want a variety that’s nice and crisp), julienned ¼ large Red Onion, very thinly sliced 3 Tbsp….
Tomato & Sharp Cheddar Focaccia
Tomato & Sharp Cheddar Focaccia Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: With a salad, a hunk of this bread makes a great lunch. Or, cut into narrower slices, put it out with a bowl of olives and a bottle of white wine for a great summer appetizer spread….
Swiss Chard Torta with Pine Nuts & Raisins
Swiss Chard Torta with Pine Nuts & Raisins Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 1 hour 5 minutes Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes Serves: 6 Admittedly, a fair amount of work goes into making this chard torta, but the resulting flavor will be well worth the effort! Serve for lunch or dinner or cut…
Rhubarb-Currant Mostarda
Rhubarb-Currant Mostarda Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Total time: 20 minutes Serves: Try this sweet/tart/mustardy Italian condiment on panini or with your next cheese plate. Ingredients ½ c. Dried Currants 2 medium Shallots (about ½ c. diced) ½ c. Sugar ¼ c. Red Wine Vinegar ¼ tsp. Kosher Salt 1 Tbsp. Mustard…
Fava Bean & Ramp Risotto
Fava Bean & Ramp Risotto Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Total time: 55 minutes Serves: 3-4 This luxurious risotto is a great way to showcase spring produce. Ingredients 1 bunch (about 10) Ramps 1 lb. fresh Fava Beans, shelled 1 Tbsp. Butter 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1 c. Arborio Rice ½ c….
Tarragon, Scallion & Crème Fraîche Egg Salad
Tarragon, Scallion & Crème Fraîche Egg Salad Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: This egg salad is delicious piled on a thick slice of toasted whole grain bread as shown here or spread thinner on a canapé and topped with radish slices and sea salt. Ingredients 6 Eggs 3 Tbsp. Crème Fraîche 2 tsp….
Asparagus, Spinach & Chèvre Tart
Asparagus, Spinach & Chèvre Tart Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 1 hour 15 minutes Total time: 1 hour 45 minutes Serves: 8 This savory spring vegetable tart would make a great addition to your Easter or Mother’s Day brunch! It’s delicious hot or served at room temperature. Ingredients For the Tart Crust: 1¼ c….
Mushroom, Leek & Artichoke Stuffed Shells
Mushroom, Leek & Artichoke Stuffed Shells Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 90 minutes Total time: 2 hours Serves: 4-6 These shells are great for entertaining. They can be prepared a few hours or a day in advance of baking and serving. Ingredients about 24 jumbo Pasta Shells 3 Tbsp. Butter 1 lb. Button Mushrooms,…
Baked Pasta with Pumpkin, Caramelized Onions & Chèvre
Baked Pasta with Pumpkin, Caramelized Onions & Chèvre Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Perfect for chilly weather, this baked pasta will warm you through and through! Ingredients 3 Onions, thinly sliced Olive Oil 1 Tbsp. thinly sliced Sage Leaves (rosemary would be good, too!) ½ # Small Pasta, such as pipe rigate, penne,…
Roasted Delicata Squash & Wheat Berry Salad with Feta
Roasted Delicata Squash & Wheat Berry Salad with Feta Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 1 hour Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes Serves: 4 Hearty wheat berry salad with roasted delicate squash, scallions, and tangy feta, dressed with lemon-honey vinaigrette: this salad is good served warm, cold, or at room temperature and will keep…
Roasted Garlic & White Bean Soup with Parmesan Frico
Roasted Garlic & White Bean Soup with Parmesan Frico Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 2 hours Total time: 2 hours 15 minutes Serves: 4-6 The Parmesan frico adds a pleasant crunch and nutty, cheesy flavor to a bowl of this simple bean soup. As with many soups, the flavor will continue to develop and…