Sunflower Sprouts –The Ultimate Locally Grown FoodMid-winter here in southwestern Montana. Lots of snow in our mountains. A foot-plus of snow covering the park, our lawn and garden. Yet newly harvested bright green sunflower sprouts top our salads, stuff our omelets and become our mid-afternoon snacks. Continue reading Sunflower Sprouts – Fresh Greens in Winter
Appreciating QuinceWith their enticing fragrance and complex flavor, quince surely deserve even wider appreciation. A common fruit in the Middle East, throughout the Mediterranean and in parts of South America. Yet here in North America they can be difficult to find. They’re considered a “specialty food” Continue reading Quince & Apple Crumble
Roasted Delicata Squash & Friends—Made for Holiday MealsA family favorite for at least a month now. Ever since I saw it among the New York Times’ Thanksgiving recipes. It was love at first sight. The two beautiful delicata squash on my kitchen counter took to this new recipe famously with their tender skin and sweet flesh. Continue reading Roasted Delicata Squash, Purple Onions & Tahini Sauce
Cranberry Hazelnut Biscotti for Holiday GivingDid you know that classic Italian biscotti (bee/SKOHT/tee) traveled the seas with Columbus? While Cranberry Hazelnut Biscotti aren’t exactly the same as those biscotti, they are twice baked to remove excess moisture. It’s the twice baking Continue reading Cranberry Hazelnut Biscotti — Gluten & Dairy Free
Two pounds of short and chubby cucumbers helped fill my basket to overflowing. These crisp and tasty farmers’ market beauties were destined for a Cucumber Salad from Ottolenghi’s cookbook, Plenty. Once home, I was so excited to get cooking, I charged ahead without taking a moment to read through the recipe in advance. Continue reading Cucumber Salad w/ Ginger, Toasted Sesame Oil
A Rainbow of Colors . . . a Rainbow of NutrientsEnjoy crunchy texture and layers of taste in purple, orange and green Tricolor Slaw. Tricolor Slaw boasts bright color and flavor along with an abundance of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. This easily prepared salad is especially so Continue reading Tricolor Slaw – Kale, Chard, Cabbage & Carrots
Light, Moist, Tender & TastyNutritionally rich Flaxseed Muffins w/ Apple ’n Blueberries feature oat flour, flaxseeds, coconut sugar and coconut milk. Light, moist, tender and tasty, they’ve become my new go-to muffins whenever I have a little extra time for breakfast. For sure I’ll prepare them for Easter Continue reading Flaxseed Muffins w/ Apple ’n Blueberries
